Since it was introduced in the 1950s, television has been a popular feature of Australian homes.
From then on, millions of people could access important historical, sporting and cultural events and information in a way that was never before possible.
Television has contributed to our lives in many ways: it has provided entertainment, allowed us to participate in significant events, and shaped the way we see and think about things, as a society.
Curriculum areas
- Year 9 History
Questions
- How were events and information communicated to us before television?
- How has this changed since television was introduced?
- What type of events, information and messages can television communicate?
- Now we can engage with global events and culture, how has this affected Australian society?
