It’s a great recognition for locally-made programming on the public broadcaster.
Two Australian ABC series’ have been recognised on the international awards stage.
ABC series Love on the Spectrum and kid’s drama series Hardball have both been nominated for an International Emmy Award.
Love on the Spectrum has been nominated in the Non-Scripted Entertainment category, while Hardball has been nominated for Kids: Live-Action.
This is the second nomination for Hardball after winning an International Emmy for the first season.
Hardball follows school student Mikey on his quest to become the ‘sweetest-bestest-acest’ handball champ Western Sydney’s ever seen.
Love On The Spectrum tells the stories of young adults on the autism spectrum navigating the world of dating and relationships.
Both series are produced by Northern Pictures.
Jennifer Collins, ABC Director Entertainment & Specialist, said:
“Quality Australian content is resonating with audiences the world over. I am particularly proud of the fact that the Love on the Spectrum format was developed locally with Northern Pictures and our ABC Factual team and has now had such global recognition.
“A huge congratulations to our production partners at Northern Pictures and our ABC team in leading the way for Australian content on the world stage.
“Receiving a nomination for series 2 of Hardball is another recognition of creative excellence following their win for series 1, congratulations to the entire team.”
The winners will be announced on November 21 at the 50th International Emmy Awards in New York City.
