[Herky] Fwd: The Acorn TV Dispatch: Head Down Under in this month's Aussie issue

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Discover world-class TV from Australia and New Zealand, learn a bit of Aussie slang, get to know Irish actress Amy Huberman and her all-new series Finding Joy , and much more. 
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Welcome to the August issue of The Acorn TV Dispatch . 




We start this month’s newsletter with an interview with Amy Huberman. Acorn TV recently got to chat with the popular Irish actress about her new series, Finding Joy . It’s all about life, love, fulfillment, and “looking for happiness in all the wrong places.” 



In this second issue of our Summer Destination series we’re continuing to explore some of the countries featured in the Acorn TV library. Last month we started with Wales, this time we’ll take a look at Australia. 



For the August issue, we’ve got lots of Acorn TV shows from “Oz” to recommend for you (and some from New Zealand, too). We’ll take a closer look at Aussie slang. And to test just what you know about “speaking Australian” we’ve got a quiz on some of the peculiar terms they use Down Under. 



So, as the Australians would say – keep on streamin,’ mate! 




Surprised by Joy 

Popular Irish actress Amy Huberman chats about her new Acorn TV series 


Finding Joy is a six-part series created and written by the delightful Amy Huberman . She also stars in the lead role. You may know Amy from Striking Out , the hit Acorn TV legal drama. For the award-winning actress, Finding Joy is a distinct change of pace. 



Last month, we chatted with Amy about this latest project. It’s the first series she has ever written and her first major foray into television comedy. You’ll be able to watch it later this year on Acorn TV. A joy indeed! 
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Acorn TV Original Finding Joy will premiere this Fall, exclusively on Acorn TV! In the meantime, catch Amy in Acorn TV Original Striking Out and Irish drama The Clinic , both available now on Acorn TV. 


6 Australian and New Zealand Shows to Inspire Your Next Vacation 

By CHRISTINE SARKIS, SmarterTravel.com 


Raise a glass to multitasking—specifically the kind that allows you to binge watch great television and plan your next vacation at the same time. If you’ve had your eye on Australia or New Zealand, but you need a little visual inspiration to decide exactly where to go, then consider letting your remote lead the way. Here are six New Zealand and Australian shows on Acorn TV packed with the sort of scenery worth a trip Down Under. 
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The Abbreviating Aussies 

Understanding Australians and their slang 


Australians love their diminutives. If a word can be abbreviated, they think “why not?” From cuppas (cups of tea) to prezzies (presents) to sickies (days off sick from work), Australians like to shorten their words whenever they can. (Did you know that “selfie” started in Australia?) 
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Speak Aussie? 

Ten Aussie terms to put you to the test 


Some Australian slang words are well known, like “ barbie ” (barbeque) or “ roo ” (kangaroo). The 10 in our quiz might be a little harder to work out. 
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Acorn TV Watchlist: Discover Australia & New Zealand 


Our Down Under dramas and comedies are among the most popular in the Acorn TV library. This month we’re adding two more – Mystery Road and 800 Words . See what other past favorites we’re recommending for you. 


Brokenwood Mysteries 

Series 1-4 

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800 Words 

Series 1-3 

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East of Everything 

Series 1-2 

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The Heart Guy 

Series 1-2 

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The Code 

Season 1-2 

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Dear Murderer 

Series 1 

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East West 101 

Series 1-3 

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Janet King 

Series 1-3 

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UPCOMING AUSSIE PREMIERES 


Exclusive U.S. Premiere of A Place to Call Home 


After five addictive seasons, the Bligh family is returning for a final goodbye. Bid farewell to Ash Park and its unforgettable residents with an exclusive two-hour U.S. premiere of the sixth and final season on Friday, August 31. Kick off your long Labor Day weekend with the first two episodes of Season 6, just weeks after the Australian broadcast. 
Watch Series 1-5 


Acorn TV Original Mystery Road Premieres August 20 


Set against Australia's majestic landscapes and stunning scenery, Mystery Road stars Aaron Pedersen ( Jack Irish , A Place to Call Home ) as detective Jay Swan, who is sent to the remote outback town of Patterson for what he thinks will be a simple investigation into the disappearance of two young jackaroos (workers on a sheep or cattle station). Partnered with tough local cop Emma James (Emmy, BAFTA, and Golden Globe winner Judy Davis ), their investigation will gradually unpeel the layers of the town, as Jay's ability to hunt beneath the surface reveals crimes and miscarriages of justice that stretch back into Patterson's history. In solving the mystery of the missing boys, Jay and Emma - and the town - will learn a hard lesson - that you have to be truthful about your past to understand your present, and to have any sort of future. 


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Jack Irish Returns This Fall 


Emmy Award-winner Guy Pearce ( Memento , Iron Man 3 ) is back in his iconic role as Jack Irish, a former criminal lawyer, and part-time debt collector, with a penchant for getting wrapped up in things he shouldn't. Aided by journalist - and sometimes girlfriend - Linda Hillier ( Marta Dusseldorp , A Place to Call Home , Janet King ), Jack takes on cases that plunge him into Melbourne's criminal underbelly in this acclaimed Aussie noir series. Series 2 premieres Sep. 10. 
Watch Series 1 


Trending Topics 

Popular discussions from the Acorn TV Fans Facebook Group 


🌹 Need a light-hearted show to binge this weekend? Read fan reactions to Aussie drama Bed of Roses here , here , and here . 




🏄 Can't wait for the continuation of 800 Words Season 3 premiering on August 15? Join the excitement here. 




🎨 If you're in the mood for some creative inspiration, get art-related recommendations here. 
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Ask Acorn TV 

Answers to common questions from Acorn TV fans 


Why is the second part of 800 Words Season 3 premiering weekly? I was able to binge all eight episodes of Part 1 at once. 
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I'm so excited for the new season of Agatha Raisin to premiere in November! Are there any other updates on Series 2? 
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UP NEXT ON ACORN TV 


Queue up your Watchlist for these upcoming premieres. 


    * BBC thriller Five Days: The Train premieres August 13 Watch Trailer → 
    * Murder Investigation Team Series 1-2 premieres August 13 Watch Trailer → 
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