Civics and citizenship

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All Australians over the age of 18 have the right to vote. But it hasn't always been that way.

Media arts

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Rookie reporters from around Australia have contributed to the program's 50 years by doing their own stories for ABC News. We've put some of them together in this very special special.

Civics and citizenship

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As well as federal government, there are two other levels of government that we vote for too; local and state. So what are the responsibilities of each level of government and why is our country set up that way?

Media arts

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Bias is hard to avoid, but it can be really damaging - leading us to make poor choices without fairly weighing up the facts. This episode looks at bias in the media and why it can be particularly damaging.

Civics and citizenship

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Electorates make up our national political map and we hear them mentioned by name on the news each night. But why do they exist and how do they help make sure everyone is represented in parliament?

Media arts

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The news media can be a powerful force for good, but it doesn't always use its power in the right way. That's why news organisations often have codes of ethics which journalists are expected to abide by.

Media arts

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Have you ever wondered what makes news news? We look at the news values that determine which stories we see and hear about and which ones we don't, and how those news values can subtly shape the way we see the world.

Media arts

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Fake news is big news at the moment. Many experts are worried about the effect that fake stories are having on the media and democracy, but did you know that fake news isn't new?

Civics and citizenship

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Democracy is something most Australians take for granted, but what is democracy and how did it come to be? We take a trip back in history to find out.

Media arts

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Sources are a key ingredient to any news story but their quality can vary a lot. This episode looks at different types of sources and gives advice on how to find reliable information.

Civics and citizenship

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All Australians over the age of 18 have the right to vote. But it hasn't always been that way.

Health and PE

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Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

Health and PE

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Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

Health and PE

News and current affairs

5-6

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Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

Health and PE

News and current affairs

5-6

7-8

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Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

Health and PE

News and current affairs

5-6

7-8

9-10

Classification: Not Classified

Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

Health and PE

News and current affairs

5-6

7-8

9-10

Classification: Not Classified

Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.

Health and PE

News and current affairs

5-6

7-8

9-10

Classification: Not Classified

Host Hamish McLachlan shares all the golden moments and Australian performances each day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - every Aussie medal, every reaction, every unmissable moment.