FILM AND TV
What was Bluey ranked in the USA in 2025 in terms of popularity. How is this significant?
Ranked number 1. Significant because it is an Australian TV show that has significant influence in the USA. Helps to spread positive ideas about Australian values and culture.
What sporting event did Australia host in which promoted significant global reach and when?
The 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
What does the G'Day USA program do in terms of promoting relationships with Australia and USA?
'brings together leaders from government, business, the creative industries and academia to deepen the Australian-US relationship' (American Australian Association 2024).
How many countries is Bluey distributed in? Why is this significant?
Distributed in 60 countries. Significant as it reaches a large audience, strong influence helps to shape global perceptions of Australia as friendly.
How did Papua New Guinea joining Australia's national rugby league to two of Australia's national interests (and hence, significance)?
Promotes regional relationships: Builds a stronger tie between the two states.
Promotes security: PNG singed agreement that obligates them to shun security ties with China. PNG singed seperate pact, reaffirming its commitment to Australia as a major security partner.
Why is a positive relationship with the USA significant? How does G'Day USA achieve this?
The USA is a very large, powerful state which has the ability to influence states globally. G'Day Australia portrays Australia in a positive light to a highly influential audience in the world's largest economy.
What did Jimmy Fallon say about Bluey? How does this contribute to Australian cultural influence?
"It's a massive deal". Given the Jimmy Fallon is a very famous TV popularity with a wide reach, this statement helps to spread positive messages about Australian culture.
What did Fiji Prime Minister Rabuka say during a press conference with Penny Wong (Australia's Foreign Minister) about the power of sport in promoting positive relationships?
“Sport… has the power to unite people in a way that little else does".