Even though Billy Betts, who plays Junior, is Eddie Betts' son and had never acted before, he had to audition just like everybody else, eventually getting the part because he sounded just like how the producers imagined Junior would sound.
Que Minh Luu, Director of Content at Netflix in Australian and New Zealand said: "We're thrilled to be partnering with ACTF and NITV for the first time on this charming and fantastical look into the wonder of childhood. As we deepen our local investment we continue to focus on stories and ideas that make Australian audiences feel seen, heard and understood."
Marissa McDowell, NITV (Australian National Indigenous Television) Head of Commissions, said: "NITV continues to bring world class, First Nations children's stories to Australians. We are thrilled to continue our longstanding relationship with the ACTF following previous success with Barrumbi Kids and Thalu. We are also thrilled to be working with Netflix for the first time, and we hope that children come to love this brand-new series inspired by Eddie Betts' wonderful books."
The books were written to motivate and inspire literacy and learning, with ''My Kind'' focussing on spreading kindness and understanding, acceptance and equality and 'My People'' designed to start conversations about First Nations cultures and to combat racism and bias.
This animated series is inspired by former star AFL football player Eddie Betts's ''Eddie's Lil' Homies'' popular book series for early readers. Its two titles are: ''My Kind'' and ''My People''.