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Constellation

Australian TV in the 1980s

Created by Maria Lewis

Featured in this constellation

Acropolis Now

Fast Forward

1980s Australian TV miniature

Sale of the Century

Perfect Match

Board games

Australian television in the 80s really began to find its footing with mainstream hits becoming landmarks of the industry.

1980s Australian TV miniature → Sale of the Century