Barrumbi Kids
Format: children's television series
Produced by: Danielle MacLean, Monica O’Brien and Julia Morris
Series Director: Justin Schneider
Editor for episodes 4 & 6: Pip Hart
Year: 2022
Barrumbi Kids tells the rollicking, coming-of-age story of Tomias (Nick Bonson) and Dahlia (Caitlin Hordern) – two best friends growing up in a magical and remote Northern Territory community. The fast-paced, 10-episode drama is filled with action, humour and heart. Through fishing, dancing and schooling, the children learn about themselves, each other and living in both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal cultures. You can watch Barrumbi Kids now Netflix and SBS on Demand.
Awards:
Finalist at 2024 Prix Jeunesse International Festival
Won 1st prize from the Children's Jury at the Chicago International Children's Film Festival in the Live-Action TV category
Nominated for 2023 TV Week Logie Awards for Most Outstanding Children'sProgram
Nominated for 2023 AACTA Awards for Best Children’s Program