Spot On (TV programme) facts for kids
Spot On was a popular New Zealand children's television show. It aired every week from 1973 to 1988. The show was a lot like the famous British TV programme Blue Peter.
Each week, three presenters would take young viewers on exciting adventures. They would explore different jobs, events, or sports to show kids what they were all about. Imagine learning about firefighting, flying in a rescue helicopter, or even visiting a chocolate factory! They also did cool things like rock climbing and abseiling, and sometimes even traveled to other countries. The half-hour show also included fun sketches and interviews done in the studio.
About the Show
Spot On was produced by TVNZ. For most of its run, it was made at their studios in Dunedin. However, the last two seasons were produced at the TVNZ Studio 4 facility in Christchurch. Usually, one of the three presenters would change each year, bringing new faces and ideas to the show.
Meet the Presenters
Many different people helped make Spot On special over the years. Here are some of the presenters who hosted the show:
- Ray Millard
- Erin Dunleavy
- Douglas Blair
- Evelyn Skinner
- Ian Taylor
- Danny Watson
- Margaret Rishworth (Campbell)
- Marcus Turner
- Helen McGowan
- Sandy Beverley
- Peta Carey
- Ole Maiava
- Wendy Nuzum
- Josie McNee
- Phil Keoghan
- Amber Cunliffe
Who Made It Happen?
Behind the scenes, a team of producers worked hard to create each episode of Spot On. They planned the segments, guided the presenters, and made sure everything ran smoothly. Here are some of the producers:
- Murray Hutchinson
- Michael Stedman
- Huntly Eliott
- Judith Thomas
- Ian Garner
