Channel 44

03/01/2025

PREMIERE | THE LIVING ROOM | 8.30PM SATURDAY 4 JANUARY | Cult movie The Room has maintained a strong fanbase for over twenty years, with people laughing and yelling during interactive screenings. How and why do cult classics like The Room achieve such a dedicated audience? Narrated by Matt Crook, The Living Room: A Celebration of Cult Classics explores the enigma of cult classics with Adelaide's cinemagoers, media personality Benjamin Maio Mackay, and a survivor of The Room, Greg Sestero.

01/01/2025

For this month only, Friday night is Classic Aussie Films night on Channel 44! Watch iconic Australian cinema including Ginger Meggs, Les Patterson Saves the World, The Club and more, from Friday 3 January at 8.30pm.

3 Jan: Ginger Meggs
10 Jan: A Dangerous Summer
17 Jan: The Club
24 Jan: Les Patterson Saves the World
31 Jan: Far East
7 Feb: Squizzy Taylor
14 Feb: The FJ Holden

Many thanks to Umbrella Entertainment for the opportunity to share these films with you. For more great Australian cinema, follow Brollie or go to brollie.com.au.

20/12/2024

🎄 CHRISTMAS IN THE SQUARE 🎄 There's more festive fun on C44 with Christmas in the Square, recorded live in Henley Square, featuring carols, live music and fireworks over the sea! Thanks to Christian Family Centre, Seaton, you can catch it on TV at one of the broadcast times below or watch on-demand anytime on CTV Plus here: https://bit.ly/3BuEoYy

Friday 20 December: 8.30pm
Sunday 22 December: 2.30pm
Christmas Day: 1.30pm

20/12/2024

🎟 GIVEAWAY 🎟 Win two tickets to see Anora. Winner of the 2024 Palme d’Or, Anora is the story of a Brooklyn es**rt and her short-lived Cinderella story when she marries the son of an oligarch. In cinemas Boxing Day.

Enter now to win two tickets, thanks to Kismet Movies.

Winner of the 2024 Palme d’Or, Anora is the story of a Brooklyn es**rt and her short-lived Cinderella story when she marries the son of an oligarch

16/12/2024

Adelaide Fringe has revealed its 2025 program with more than 1,300 shows across comedy, theatre, cabaret, music, visual arts, interactive experiences and more. Spread across 500 venues throughout South Australia, this year’s program invites audiences from near and far to immerse themselves in the iconic festival’s spirit of creativity, accessibility, and innovation.

Heather Croall AM, Adelaide Fringe Director and CEO, said, “Adelaide Fringe is an invitation to explore South Australia through the eyes of the local and international artists who make this event so unique. This year, we’re seeing some much-loved artists and venues return, alongside new talent and experiences that truly reflect the diversity and spirit of Fringe. I encourage everyone to check out nearby shows in their own suburb, venture out to regional performances, and, if you’re visiting, take the time to explore the program and uncover some of the hidden shows and gems throughout our city and state.”

Returning festival hotspots, such as The Garden of Unearthly Delights and Gluttony, will once again transform Adelaide’s eastern parklands into an energetic gathering space for Fringe-goers. The West Village will host nearly 200 events across over thirty brick and mortar venues, including ILA, Adelaide College of the Arts , Nexus Arts, The Mercury and many more. This year also sees exciting expansions, with The Courtyard of Curiosities extending its programming into the State Library of South Australia and Migration Museum, offering audiences an intimate and imaginative experience in one of Adelaide’s most treasured venues. Meanwhile, Fool’s Paradise returns to Victoria Square, with a dynamic lineup of shows and performances set to make it a central attraction of the 2025 Fringe season.

There are over 100 events taking place in the regions of South Australia, from Coober Pedy to Kimba, Kangaroo Island and Coonawarra, illustrating that Fringe’s statewide program is truly accessible to everyone. A 2024 crowd favourite, Sleeps Hill Tunnel, is back by popular demand with an extended season. Set in the historic railway tunnel in Panorama, Sleeps Hill Tunnel promises another immersive journey as audiences venture underground for an experience that blends history, mystery and creativity in an unforgettable setting. The Dome is also back again, this time in the Dom Polski Centre, featuring eleven full dome experiences.

Ambassadors for 2025 are acclaimed First Nations singer-songwriter Nancy Bates, award-winning comedian and television personality Rhys Nicholson, performer and comedian Michelle Brasier, and renowned actress Teresa Palmer.

Rhys Nicholson said, “As an Australian performer who’s been doling out my wares in Adelaide for well over a decade, I’m buzzing with delight to be a Fringe Ambassador. I’ve always felt the Fringe is such a perfect encapsulation of what we do in Australian performing arts. A purely open festival where as long as you’ve got the gumption, creativity and sunscreen, you can find your audience. I’m just happy to be here.”

Teresa Palmer said, “I’m so excited to be an Adelaide Fringe Ambassador! Growing up in SA, the Fringe has always been such a special part of our community—a celebration of art, creativity, and connection that brings people together in the most wonderful way. I’ve always admired how the Fringe celebrates bold and unique voices, and I’m beyond excited to work with the festival this year to share its extraordinary magic with the world.”

Minister for Arts, Andrea Michaels MP, said, “Each year Adelaide Fringe draws people from around the world to South Australia to experience the best of arts and culture. As the biggest arts festival in the Southern Hemisphere, it not only showcases incredible talent but also drives significant economic and social benefits for our state. The Malinauskas Government is proud to support this extraordinary event that enriches our community, supports artists, and strengthens our reputation as a global arts destination.”

The 2025 Adelaide Fringe season will run from Friday 21 February to Sunday 23 March. Tickets are on sale now.

16/12/2024

Community television (CTV) stations will receive access to $3 million over the next three years from the Albanese Government—the largest financial support in its history. This landmark investment highlights the vital role CTV plays in amplifying local voices, fostering cultural diversity, and nurturing emerging talent in Australia’s media landscape.

“This funding will ensure CTV can continue delivering essential local content, providing training opportunities for future media professionals, and transforming for a digital future,” said Joseph Matina, Chair of C31 Melbourne and Geelong.

Dr. Tom Young, Chair of Channel 44, added, “Community TV is a platform for uniquely Australian stories. This investment supports passionate creatives and strengthens the sector’s ability to connect with diverse communities.”

The future of CTV lies in innovation. The CTV+ streaming platform (ctvplus.org.au) already provides live access to both C31 and C44, on-demand access to over 150 programs and will soon expand with a smart TV app, launching in 2025. These developments ensure that community content remains accessible to both local and national audiences.

This $3 million boost is part of the Albanese Government’s $180.5 million media strategy, which supports public interest journalism, strengthens media diversity, and promotes sustainability in grassroots broadcasting.

Communications Minister Michelle Rowland MP said, “Local news and community broadcasting are at the heart of our communities. This funding ensures community TV continues to make a vital contribution to media diversity and national identity.”

We thank Minister Rowland, her team and the Federal Government for their commitment to grassroots media. This funding secures a sustainable future for CTV, enabling us to continue amplifying local voices, fostering creative talent, and telling the stories that matter most.

13/12/2024

🎮 Gaming exhibition SAGE returns in February with a record 37 SA-made games! 🎮 The South Australian Game Exhibition (SAGE), Adelaide’s biggest and most exciting event for video game developers and fans, levels up in 2025 with a record number of new and innovative games on display, and all the free, family-friendly fun you can pack into two days!

Get your tickets from FringeTIX at https://bit.ly/4fkx7Il

Now in its third year, SAGE is the biggest event championing the SA games industry, taking over Adelaide Studios as part of the Adelaide Fringe on Friday 7 and Saturday 8 February 2025.

Presented by South Australian Film Corporation, SAGE 2025 returns with:

🎮 37 SA-made video games from local developers and studios across the Main and Elevate Showcases, spread over both sound stages at the SAFC’s Adelaide Studios screen production facilities in Glenside
🎮 14 new game studios showcasing at SAGE for the first time
🎮 Informative displays from partner organisations across industry, education and more
🎮 An expanded “SAGE Advice” program of talks and panel discussions featuring local game developers and national industry experts sharing their insights and tips
🎮 The popular Refuel Zone , featuring food trucks and refreshments, and
🎮 The SAGE Awards offering $2,000 cash from the SAFC for Best in Exhibition and $1,000 in legal services from SAGE sponsor and games industry specialist Cam Rogers Legal for the SAGE Elevate Award, both determined by an industry jury.

10/12/2024

💙 FAREWELL ANDREI 💙 Last night we farewelled Andrei Gostin, who stepped down after six years on the C44 board. Andrei has been a rock of support for the C44 team during some tumultuous times for the station. Through our partnership with University of South Australia and Andrei's role there, he's also led the production of some of C44 viewers' favourite programs, including Our Time, the SA Sports Show, The Divide and, more recently, BTS with Jess and The Film Maker Studio.

From everyone at C44, thank you for your commitment to community TV, Andrei. We look forward to working with you still on exciting new projects at UniSA!

10/12/2024

💙 FAREWELL ALBERT 💙 Last night we farewelled our much-loved and popular production manager Albert Jamae, who's moving onto a new and exciting role with Ochre Dawn. Albert has been an integral member of the C44 team, through many ups and downs over five years, with many personal achievements too, including (but certainly not limited to) the Antenna Award-winning doco The Art of Reconciliation with City Of Charles Sturt and City of Port Adelaide Enfield, series The Divide with University of South Australia, and most recently the documentary Every Body Dance with Mount Barker District Council, Community Living Australia, and Australian Dance Theatre. As well as many other productions, events and more. He's also been a great mentor to many volunteers and interns from University of South Australia and Flinders University, who have been able find their career path thanks to their experience with Albert and C44.

Thank you, Albert. You'll be greatly missed and we wish you all the success in your new role.

10/12/2024

🥂 Merry Christmas from the C44 team! 🥂 We celebrated a big year for C44 last night with great food and drinks and our customary dirty Secret Santa! The camera lens mug maintains the record for the most-stolen gift and Clare schemed her way to a rightful victory this year. Many thanks to The Walkers Arms Hotel for their fantastic hospitality.

06/12/2024

UniSA's partnership with C44 has been awarded for its innovative and inclusive approach to teaching in film and TV production! The UniSA Creative team behind new series The Film Maker Studio has been awarded the 2024 Unstoppable Enhanced Learning Award by the University of South Australia Provost and Chief Academic Officer Professor Marnie Hughes-Warrington AO.

[Pictured L-R: Caroline Man, Neelu Sharma, Professor Marnie Hughes-Warrington AO, Dr Kim Munro, Andrei Gostin]

Watch The Film Maker Studio now on CTV Plus at https://ctvplus.org.au/series/the-film-maker-studio/

Professor Marnie Hughes-Warrington AO, said The Film Maker Studio "stands out as an exceptional initiative in Work Integrated Learning. Through your partnership with Channel 44, students have gained authentic production experience while creating a professional TV series featuring South Australian industry leaders. The project's impact extends beyond its impressive output of four broadcast-quality episodes, embracing inclusivity through interdisciplinary collaboration between Film and Television and Interior Architecture students, and fostering diversity through thoughtful guest selection and leadership opportunities."

The Film Maker Studio takes screen buffs and aspiring screen makers behind the camera. In each episode, host Sid Christie interviews an Australian screen professional, including cinematographer David Gregan, colourist and online editor Jade Robinson, scenic artist Johnnie Haratzis and writer/director Vicki Sugars.

Sid explores not only how experienced these professionals got into the screen industry but how they stay up to date and maintain career momentum. They also share inspiring and relatable stories about how they once saved the show or created a look that we all remember.

04/12/2024

⏮ 2024 IN REVIEW ⏮ In April, we visited Ming Chiu’s Cantonese restaurant Ming’s Palace for The Power of Peking Duck during South Australia's History Festival. Ming's Palace is the longest-running Chinese restaurant on Gouger St and an Adelaide institution. Ming’s signature Peking Duck has been a staple of Adelaide’s dining scene for 35 years. In conversation with food writer Katie Spain, Ming discussed his journey from China to Adelaide, the many changes he's seen on Gouger Street over the decades, and the many famous and influential people who've visited for Peking Duck.

02/12/2024

🎅 WATCH ON-DEMAND ON CTV+! 🎅 Join the festive fun of the Glenelg Christmas Pageant, as over 30,000 people line the iconic Jetty Road to join their community in celebrating the Christmas season and, of course, to welcome the man of the hour — Santa! Watch it on-demand anytime on CTV Plus, thanks to the City of Holdfast Bay.

Join the festive fun of the Glenelg Christmas Pageant, as over 30,000 people line the iconic Jetty Road to join their community in celebrating the Christmas

02/12/2024

OUR TIME | MONDAY 7PM | Host Malcolm Harslett sits down with Paramita Roy to discuss a global movement to stop violence against women. Catch Our Time every Monday at 7pm or anytime, on-demand on CTV Plus at ctvplus.org.au or on the app in your app store.

OurTimeTV is a co-production of C44 and University of South Australia, recorded at Magill Campus.

01/12/2024

30/11/2024

🎅 GLENELG CHRISTMAS PAGEANT 🎅 SUNDAY 5.30PM 🎅 The festive season arrives on C44 this Sunday with our broadcast of the Glenelg Christmas Pageant! Sunday 5.30pm on free-to-air on Channel 44, or catch up on-demand on CTV Plus at ctvplus.org.au, thanks to the City of Holdfast Bay.

27/11/2024

💃 PREMIERE | EVERY BODY DANCE | SUNDAY 8.00PM🕺 Produced by C44, this short documentary captures the joy and creativity of Every Body Dance, an inclusive dance project and creative collaboration between Australian Dance Theatre, Mount Barker District Council, Community Living Australia, and members of the disability community.

Follow participants and their support workers over five weeks of workshops as they explore creative expression through dance, under the expert guidance of ADT's Adrianne Semmens and Tanya Voges, culminating in a performance at the UKARIA Cultural Centre.

27/11/2024

🏳️‍🌈 Feast Festival 🏳️‍⚧️ is over for another year and we’re proud to have worked alongside the dedicated Feast team, capturing all the fun and colour of Adelaide’s LGBTIQ+ q***r arts and cultural festival, like all the costumes, stalls, l**e wrestling and so many cute doggos at Picnic in the Park!