Why is it called Redfern Now?
The Indigenous Department of the ABC had originally aimed to a create an Aboriginal spin-off of a series that McGovern has previously worked on called The Street. Although, purchasing the rights to recreate the series proved too costly for the department, and so Riley and McGovern came up with the idea for Redfern Now.
Is Redfern Now based on true stories?
After two series that collaboration now brings us this terrific telemovie that – as so much of Redfern Now has been – manages to be both a story about everyone, and a story firmly rooted in the Indigenous experience.
Who created Redfern Now?
Blackfella Films
Redfern Now/Program creators
How do I watch Redfern Now?
Redfern Now : ABC iview.
What happened to the block Redfern?
The present Redfern railway station was damaged by fire in the 2004 Redfern riots. The ticketing area and station master’s office were significantly damaged – and the windows in the front of the station were bricked up for almost a year afterwards to prevent further attacks.
Is Redfern an eastern suburb?
To the west of Bondi Junction are the inner-city suburbs of Centennial Park, Paddington, Surry Hills, Redfern, Waterloo, Darlinghurst, Moore Park and the Kings Cross locality. The southern portion of the Eastern Suburbs are commonly referred to as South-Eastern Sydney.
When was Redfern now released?
November 1, 2012
Redfern Now/First episode date
Does the Block in Redfern still exist?
The Block is in the immediate vicinity of Redfern station. The area around The Block is now reportedly the subject of plans for massive redevelopment by private developers at the instigation of the New South Wales state government (see Redfern-Eveleigh-Darlington).
Is Redfern Safe 2020?
Redfern still ranks well towards the top-end in Sydney per capita for home break-ins, drug offenses, disorderly conduct, domestic violence and many other important crime indicators; it’s one thing to be progressive, but it’s another entirely to deny reality.
Do Aboriginals still live in Redfern?
According to the 2016 census, Redfern has a population of 13,213 people, with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people making up 2.1% of the population. 52.2% of the population were born overseas.
What happened to Redfern?
The 2004 Redfern riots took place on the evening of Sunday 15 February 2004, in the inner Sydney suburb of Redfern, New South Wales, and were sparked by the death of 17 Year old Thomas Hickey, also known as TJ Hickey resulting from a bike accident in Waterloo on 14 February 2004.
What is the TV series Redfern Now about?
Redfern Now is a drama series that explores contemporary inner city Indigenous life. These powerful, moving, funny, and bittersweet stories centre on a diverse group of individuals, exploring their strength, flaws and resilience.
Who is the police officer in Redfern Now?
While the storylines do examine the disparities between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australians, Redfern Now is a fictional series that focuses on character journeys, rather than a documentary. Police officer Aaron Davis, played by Wayne Blair, is the only character to appear in multiple episodes throughout the series.
How long did it take to make Redfern Now?
Redfern Now took two years for the department to produce, and created more than 250 jobs for Indigenous people in the film making industry. Sally Riley called upon British screen writer Jimmy McGovern to work on this series.
What was the name of the block in Redfern?
The Block, Redfern. ‘The Block’ is a particular group of houses in Redfern owned by the Aboriginal Housing Company, and is recognisable as the venue of the 2004 youth riots for Aboriginal rights. It is the main location within Redfern, where the characters in the series interact and exist with each other.