1979 in Australian television explained

This article is a summary of 1979 in Australian television.

Events

Debuts

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60 MinutesNine Network
Doctor Down UnderSeven Network
PrisonerThe 0-10 Network
The OracleABC
Golden SoakABC
Bailey's BirdSeven Network
ARVOABC
Love Thy Neighbour in AustraliaSeven Network
Patrol BoatABC
CarrotsSeven Network
SkywaysSeven Network
Ride on StrangerABC
Top MatesABC
EarthwatchABC
Simon Townsend's Wonder WorldThe 0-10 Network
Shirl's NeighbourhoodSeven Network1979
WombatBTQ-71979
The World Around UsSeven Network1979

New international programming

Television shows

1950s

1960s

1970s

Ending this year

Date Show Channel Debut
12 JanuaryCuckoo in the NestSeven Network22 December 1978
18 February Chopper SquadThe 0-10 Network5 November 1976
24 FebruaryGlenview HighSeven Network27 September 1977
1979ARVOABC2 April 1979
1979Super Flying Fun ShowNine Network1970

See also