A short compilation of clips from Skippy the Bush Kangaroo (Fauna Productions, 1966–69) showing the adventures of Skippy and Sonny at Waratah National Park.

A short compilation of clips from Skippy the Bush Kangaroo (1966–69). Courtesy: Fauna Productions.

Episode 1 of the Life in Australia series.

Its famous Opera House was still under construction, but Australia's largest city was already a busy metropolis in 1966.

Its famous Opera House was still under construction, but Australia's largest city was already a busy metropolis in 1966.

Its famous Opera House was still under construction, but Australia's largest city was already a busy metropolis in 1966.

Made by the TV program's production company Fauna Production Pty Ltd, this is 'Skippy's very own tea set'.

Award-winning film critic Adrian Martin writes about The Nun (AKA La Religieuse), which screens at Arc cinema on 10 May as part of the Cinema Reborn season.

One of the most recognisable Australian television theme songs, Skippy the Bush Kangaroo was composed by English-born musician and band leader Eric Jupp (1922-2003).

Above the tip of Cape York, beyond the northern-most point of the Australian continent, are the Torres Strait Islands.