Aussie Gold

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Aussie Gold
Genre Comedy
Created by Darren Chau
Written by Frank Woodley
Presented by Frank Woodley
Country of originAustralia
Original languageEnglish
Production
Executive producer Darren Chau
ProducerAnthony Warrington
Production locations Melbourne, Victoria
Running time3 hours (including commercials)
Release
Original network the Comedy Channel
Original release26 September 2008 (2008-09-26)

Aussie Gold is a television programme on Foxtel's The Comedy Channel, created and executive produced by Darren Chau, produced by Anthony Warrington, and hosted by Australian comedian Frank Woodley. The show hosts a programming block celebrating the very best in Australian comedy. [1] The weekly programme has also featured special editions such as ANZAC Gold [2] and the 20th Anniversary celebrations of Fast Forward . [3]

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An Aussie Gold promo starring Peter Helliar won Silver at the 2011 Australian Promax Awards. [4]

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