Great Australian Stuff

20231h

Hosted by Tony Armstrong, this four-part series uncovers the surprising stories behind some of our most loved - and loathed - iconic Australian 'stuff'.

Production

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Trailers & Videos

Thumbnail for video: Great Australian Stuff | Official Trailer | ABC TV + iview

Great Australian Stuff | Official Trailer | ABC TV + iview

Seasons

4 Episodes • Premiered 2023

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1. Food

This episode unpacks great Aussie classics like the meat pie, the Macadamia nut, and how marketing played its part in promoting the Granny Smith apple, the Chiko Roll, and the one and only: Vegemite.

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2. The Land

Tony Armstrong explores all the stuff from the land that's become iconic and recognisable as Great Australian Stuff - including the boomerang, the Akubra and the Permanent Pleat.

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3. Home

It's 'sweet'! It's where the heart is! Yes, it's the Home. Tony Armstrong opens the front door onto some of our best-known, strangest, and daggiest icons inspired by all-things domestic.

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4. Play

We're a nation that loves to play, which is why it has given us some of our most memorable icons like Speedos, the Sherrin football, a dress made from polystyrene balls and our most popular museum attraction: a horse's heart.

Cast

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Tony Armstrong

Self - Presenter

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