The ABC has unveiled a suite of new programs for its 2024 slate while the follow-up seasons for two of its drama series have begun shooting.
Australian Features will showcase a cross-section of the country's contemporary factual storytelling, with the broadcaster inviting submissions to commissioning editors and development executives.
Making their 'Bluey' debut in 28-minute special 'The Sign', airing on the ABC April 14, will be Rove McManus, Deborah Mailman, Brendan Williams and Joel Edgerton.
The ABC will undergo a "significant transition" across the next five years as it takes a digital-first approach to commissioning, producing, and distributing content.
In ABC factual series 'New Leash on Life', comedian Joel Creasey teams up with dog behaviourist Laura V as they try to reduce the number of dogs in pounds.
Bunya Productions and Heiress Films' 'In Limbo', starring Ryan Corr and Bob Morley, premieres May 24 at 9pm on ABC TV and ABC iview, with all episodes available to stream on iview from launch.
The Australian Children's Television Foundation (ACTF) is lobbying for local children's content to have its own app on smart TVs and other devices in order to become more discoverable.