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| Beijing 2008 Olympic Games |
| July '08: The Australian Olympic team will represent our country in the upcoming Beijing Games. Athletes are completing their final preparations before the games begin in August. These competitors will put years of training into play when they compete in their events. Download pdf (77k) |
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| World Youth Day 2008 |
| July '08': Sydney is preparing to hold the biggest event in Australia’s history. World Youth Day commences on the 15th of July. In what promises to be a spectacular event, it will also mark Pope Benedict XVI’s first visit to Australia. Download pdf (48k) |
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| Cruel forces of nature |
| May '08: A shocking earthquake has killed over 13,000 people in China, the second Asian country left devastated by a terrible natural disaster in less than a month. Download pdf (48k) |
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| Living with Autism |
| Apr '08:
Children affected by autism and their families potentially face a lifetime of hardship as they deal with the challenges a disorder that has no cure brings. Download pdf (46k) |
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| Celebrating Multiculturalism |
| Mar '08:
Harmony Day, held annually on March 21, highlights the success of Australia as a culturally and ethnically diverse country united by common values. Download pdf (53k) |
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| Teenage Alcohol Abuse |
| Mar '08:
Teenage binge drinking has become a serious social issue following the results of an Australian National Council on Drugs report that found the consumption of alcohol at harmful levels among young people is increasing. Download pdf (46k) |
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| Bridging the Gap |
| Feb '08:
In what will forever be an historic day in Australia’s history, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd said ‘Sorry’ to the Stolen Generations and made a promise to reduce the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. Download pdf (49k) |
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| Countdown to Christmas |
| Dec '07: Delve into the history and symbolism of Christmas with this downloadable feature article, The Christmas Tradition, and encourage students to get into the festive spirit with other Christmas resources from EnhanceTV. Download pdf (41k) |
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| Alcohol, violence, crime and devastation |
| Nov '07:
Drunken brawls, violent assaults and glassings, in which alcohol has been identified as a contributing factor, have become a common weekend occurrence. Download pdf (45k) |
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| TROPJR - call for entries |
| Nov '07: School students and aspiring young filmmakers are being encouraged to get creative and enter into the first ever TROP JR: The Worlds Largest Short Film Festival for Kids! By Kids! Download of media release pdf (816K) |
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| Extreme Fire Danger |
| Nov '07:
With summer just around the corner, experts are warning of a dangerous fire season ahead and predict this summer will be as bad, if not worse, than last year. Download pdf (46k) |
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| Federal Election '07 |
| Oct '07: The Federal Election is now in full swing and the fight for leadership has begun. While Prime Minister John Howard is vying for an historic fifth term in office, this is Labor leader Kevin Rudd’s first bid for the prime ministership. Download pdf (50k) |
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| The path to healthy living |
| Oct '07: With the abundance of processed foods, bombardment of junk food advertising on television, and undeniable appetite for fast food, it is no wonder Australia is becoming an increasingly obese nation. Download pdf (55k) |
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| Biodiversity in crisis |
| Sept '07: Humans are dependent on biodiversity for life, yet many environmental threats are a result of human activity. Currently, the rate of mammal extinctions in Australia is the highest in the world. Download pdf (52k) |
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| Enhance Literacy and Numeracy skills |
| Sept '07:
September 3 - 9 is National Literacy and Numeracy Week. This annual event highlights the importance of the development of strong literacy and numeracy skills among all Australian students. Download pdf (49k) |
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| Childhood Killer |
| Aug '07:
As childhood cancer is perceived to be relatively rare, figures released by the Children’s Cancer Institute Australia that state cancer as the second leading cause of death in children aged 1-14, may cause some alarm. Download pdf (49k) |
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| National Science Week '07 |
| Aug '07: Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology, National Science Week, is coming up (Aug 18– 28). EnhanceTV has an extensive range of science resources that may help to engage students in Science Week. Download pdf (56k) |
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| All in the Genes |
| Aug '07:
One in twenty newborn babies are affected by genetic disorders that can have an effect on growth, development or health, and many of these conditions are life threatening and incurable. Download pdf (48k) |
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| Travel Bug |
| Aug '07:
The opportunity to experience different cultures, lifestyles and foods has never been more alluring as more Australian residents choose overseas destinations over domestic travel. Download pdf (49k) |
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| AIDS, the global pandemic |
| Jul '07:
The increasing prevalence of people living with AIDS may be prompting criticism that Australia’s, and indeed the world’s, efforts to combat this crippling disease are not enough. Download pdf (44k) |
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| Losing the Battle |
| Jul '07: The prevalence of diabetes is increasing with around 275 Australians developing the chronic disease each day, yet many are unaware they have the disease. Download pdf (45k) |
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| World Wide Web is a dangerous place |
| Jun '07: Young people may be placing themselves in serious danger as the internet plays an increasingly central role in their day to day lives. Download pdf (49k) |
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| Time to act on drug use |
| Jun '07: Statistics from a survey on drug use suggest many young adults are ignoring the health risks involved with taking drugs to seek the ‘high’. Download pdf (51k) |
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| A Global Fight |
| June '07: As the dramatic impacts of global warming continue to be exposed, World Environment Day (WED), June 5, aims to focus attention on environmental issues and calls for a worldwide fight against climate change. Download pdf (52k) |
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| Week of National Reconciliation |
| May '07: National Reconciliation Week, May 27 – June 3, aims to promote reconciliation between Indigenous Australians and the wider Australian community. Download pdf (52k) |
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| Silent Path of Destruction |
| May '07: There is an increasing prevalence of mental health problems among young people and many are left untreated. Download pdf (53k) |
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| The Great Health Divide |
| May '07: A new World Health Organisation report suggests there is a worrying gap between the well being of Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. The report states the health of Aborigines as a century behind other Australians, as published in the Sydney Morning Herald. Download pdf (50k) |
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| 'Right-to-die' is a lifelong debate |
| Apr '07: The long-running euthanasia debate raises ethical, medical and religious concerns. The question remains: who should make decisions about when and how we die? Download pdf (45k) |
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| We will remember them |
| Apr '07: The Anzac legend was established April 25, 1915, during World War I when the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula. Download pdf (56k) |
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| David Hicks pleads guilty |
| Mar '07: David Hicks pleaded guilty for providing material support for terrorism at a hearing at Guantanamo Bay US base in Cuba earlier this week. Download pdf (61k) |
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| Media Literacy Award winners announced |
| Mar '07: The Australian School Library Association Inc. (ASLA) and EnhanceTV have the pleasure of announcing the winner of the School Library Innovation Award for Media Literacy Enhancement- Terri Davis from Newman College, Churchlands Western Australia.Download pdf (209k) |
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| Human face to Mother Nature |
| Mar '07: Following the recent spate of tropical cyclones across northern
Australia, scientists warn there is more extreme weather to come.
Download pdf(44k) |
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| Unite for Harmony |
| Mar '07: The incidence of race-fuelled acts of violence and racial discrimination in society suggests we still have a long way to go to achieve harmony. Download pdf (42k) |
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| Water a dwindling resource |
| Mar '07: As industry experts claim the nation is in the midst of the “worst drought ever”, public attention is focussed on the water crisis like never before. Download pdf (39k) |
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| Seaweek '07 |
| Feb '07: March 4-10 is Seaweek, the national educational campaign that seeks to focus students’ attention on the marine environment. Download pdf (56K) |
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| Advertising Obesity |
| Feb '07: Amid the panic of Australia becoming an increasingly obese nation, food advertising may be persuading children to make ill-informed food choices.Download pdf (54K) |
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| Climate Change Crisis |
| Feb '07: Intense heatwaves, frequent bushfires, extreme winds, flooded coastlines and permanent drought; this is the gloomy outlook for the future of Australia.Download pdf (62K) |
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| Addressing youth brutality is critical |
| Jan '07: Youth gangs and racism have been identified as major factors
leading to criminal behaviour. Download pdf (53K) |
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| EnhanceTV website nominated as finalist in AIMIA awards |
| Jan '07: Screenrights CEO Simon Lake welcomed the nomination of Screenrights' www.enhancetv.com.au site as a finalist in the best non-profit website category in the 13th annual Australian Interactive Multimedia Industry Association (AIMIA) Awards Download of media release pdf (161K) |
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| Call for end to P-plate deaths |
| Jan '07: NSW has seen a staggering increase in the number of deaths on the roads involving P-plate drivers. Look at all sides of the issues of P-plate driver fatalities. Download pdf (40K) |
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| Bringing film production to schools |
| Dec '06: Media studies in schools is no longer simply about film analysis, a new emphasis on film production is emerging in schools, both primary and secondary.Download pdf (36K) |
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| Directing the Hero Within |
| Dec '06: A unique project has been developed by a team of South Australian
film makers, specifically tailored for teachers looking to branch out into
film production. Find out
more about this hands-on DVD resource and how you can obtain a copy for
your school. Download pdf (46K) |
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| EnhanceTV Survey - gift card winners |
| Dec '06: Thank you everyone who has given their feedback in the EnhanceTV survey - keep your responses coming! Here are the first 25 members who responded and who each receive a $20 Coles Myer gift card. Thanks again! |
| A.Templar, B.Edgar, J.Warren, K.McPhee, C.Harvey, A.Paliaga, K.Robertson, R.Rentz, L.Johnstone, J.Dymond, R.Hindmarsh, M.Farmer, S.Johnson, F.Bamford, M.Rowe, R.Jones, K.Hauser, S.Henderson, I.Davies, M.Arms, D.Shand, C.Rose, K.Callaghan, J.Kermeen, K.Allen. |
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| EnhanceTV at NSW English Teachers' Conference |
Dec '06: EnhanceTV proudly sponsored William Simon's session "TV
and Manuf[r]acturing Reality" at
the NSW English Teachers' Association. The session examined Reality TV
and proposes that is has displaced the morality of traditional folktales.
At the conference EnhanceTV also ran a lucky draw competition. The prize
of a Sony DVD player, subscription to Screen Education Magazine (1 year)
and a copy of the book "Why TV is Good for Kids" was won by Louise Moulton
of Oak Flats High School in NSW. |
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| Christmas is coming |
| Nov '06: Christmas is one of the most widely celebrated
festivals in the world. Delve into the history and symbolism of Christmas
and get your class into the festive spirit with our Christmas
activities... Download pdf (45K) |
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| Worst drought on record |
| Nov '06: Farmers, agriculture experts and the media are
all dubbing this our worst drought on record, and for very good reason... Download pdf (47K) |
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| Winner of Premium Members Lucky Draw |
| Nov '06: Congratulations Linda Zappala of St Margaret Mary's College (QLD), who won an iPod Nano and selection of BBC Books. |
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| Ice a “scourge on Australian
society” |
| Oct '06: Parliamentary secretary for health, Christopher
Pike, recently labeled “ice” - the crystalline form of methamphetamine
- “a
scourge on Australian society”... Download pdf (47K) |
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| Nutrition Week 2006 |
| Oct '06: October 15 – 21 is National Nutrition Week
in Australia. Nutrition is a big concern for all Australians, particularly
as we continue to ignore the health warnings about poor diet and lack of
exercise... Download pdf (41K) |
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| The environment is a hot topic |
| Oct '06: Global warming is a serious and growing concern.
Severe storms, floods, coral bleaching and melting ice caps are issues
being reported in the media everyday and this evidence of climate change
is hard to ignore... Download pdf (42K) |
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| Winner of "EnhanceTV Delivers" competition... |
Oct '06: Congratulations Genevieve Groom, who won a Sony DVD Recorder for St Mary's Anglican Girls' School library Karrinyup, WA, and an iPod Nano for her winning entry. Genevieve is pictured (right) with Suad Majrouh (left).
EnhanceTV: ad-free from history to hip-hop
Oct '06: Teachers can request ad-free copies of any television program - on subjects covering anything from history to hip-hop - through a new service offered by EnhanceTV's online store. Download pdf of media release (100K) |
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| What is media literacy? |
| Sep '06: Media literacy is of growing importance in Australian
schools. Curriculum changes have reflected the need to encourage students
to critique, analyse and deconstruct the media messages that surround them... Download pdf (49K) |
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| Best Made for TV Documentary |
| Sep ' 06: A compelling look at the little known political
tensions in the Indonesian province of Aceh was the winner of the Screenrights
Best Made for TV Doco award at this years DOCNZ conference... Download pdf (45K) |
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| Bushfires rage through NSW |
| Sep '06: High winds and unusually high temperatures fanned
the flames of more than 50 bushfires across NSW on Sunday 24 September... Download pdf (40K) |
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| National Science Week |
| Aug '06: August 12 – 20 is National Science Week.
This year’s
theme is Our Dry Continent, a topic that encourages teacher’s to
explore Australia’s desert regions as well as the issues of drought,
salinity and sustainability... Download pdf (41K) |
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| Rewarding teacher librarians working for media literacy |
| Aug '06: Teacher librarians who have been making an impact on media literacy in their school could soon be rewarded for their efforts with a new award sponsored by EnhanceTV and the Australian School Library Association, ASLA...Download pdf of media release (100K) |
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| Indonesia hit by earthquake |
| Jul '06: A strong earthquake hit near Jakarta on Thursday
20th of July, just days after another quake hit off the coast of Java causing
a tsunami and high numbers of casualties... Download pdf (41K) |
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| Obesity continues to take its toll |
| Jul '06:
Australian adults and children are continuing to ignore the warnings about the
long-term health effects of poor diet and lack of exercise. Australian obesity
statistics continue to grow... Download pdf (43K) |
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| New online store delivers access to educational TV |
| Jul '06: Australian teachers and students now have access to an unprecedented volume of educational television programs and teaching resources through the new EnhanceTV online store, launched today... Download pdf of media release (48K) |
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