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The Wayne Manifesto

★7.0 1997 1 Season David McRobbie TV-MA

The Wayne Manifesto is an Australian children's television series that aired on the ABC in 1996. Based on the children's books by David McRobbie, it is centred around the life 12-year-old Wayne Wilson, showing the world both as the way he would like it and the way it really is. Filmed in Brisbane, Australia, it aired most weekdays in the afternoon at 4pm on the ABC.

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 26 episodes

A Wayne in a Manger

Episode 01

A Wayne in a Manger

Jun 2, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne Wilson and his family move into their new home in suburban Melbourne. On arrival they discover that the previous owner has emptied almost the whole house, and the the moving truck carrying their possessions has gotten lost. They must start their new life in a practically bare house, compensating in ways such as using Mr. Wilson's (a plumber) toilet collection for chairs, while waiting for the truck to find its way. On top of this, Wayne must adjust to a new school, make friends such Squocka, Violet (the girl next door) and Rosie (her sister), and put up with the school bully, Kevin, and his accomplice, Patrick, as well as his nagging parents and sister.

The Alien

Episode 02

The Alien

Jun 3, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne leaves home and continues his pursuit of the alien. Charlene tries to unearth information about the cute boy in the car. Wayne feels guilty after he turns the alien in to the police.

This Guy Dellafield

Episode 03

This Guy Dellafield

Jun 4, 1997 · 23 min

School troubles include a new teacher and a bully.

A Slave to Fashion

Episode 04

A Slave to Fashion

Jun 5, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne wants to be accepted; Rosie has feelings for Wayne.

Pizza

Episode 05

Pizza

Jun 6, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne boasts that he can cook; Charlene finally meets Rupert.

Rites and Wrongs

Episode 06

Rites and Wrongs

Jun 9, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne's surprise birthday present is a family camping trip. The trip is a washout but Wayne encounters Violet and Rosie, who are on a camping trip of their own, and makes a daring rescue.

The Wayne Manifesto

Episode 07

The Wayne Manifesto

Jun 10, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne discovers his first chest hair and, to celebrate, compiles his six-point manifesto.

There's Good in Everybody

Episode 08

There's Good in Everybody

Jun 11, 1997 · 23 min

Taking his parents' advice, Wayne tries to see the good side of the bully Kevin Merry and invites him over for a cookout. Rosie forms a gang but is too bossy to keep it together.

Harris Weed

Episode 09

Harris Weed

Jun 12, 1997 · 23 min

Visiting relatives cause problems for Wayne. The Wilson's furniture finally arrives.

You Can't Take Him Anywhere

Episode 10

You Can't Take Him Anywhere

Jun 13, 1997 · 23 min

Grandpa comes to stay, taking over Wayne's room and causing endless embarrassment for Wayne and Charlene.

Junk

Episode 11

Junk

Jun 16, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne's mum decides that his father's ever-expanding toilet collection has got to go.

Work Experience

Episode 12

Work Experience

Jun 17, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne tries his hand at baby-sitting while Squocka and Violet do their work experience on a building site.

Wise Words

Episode 13

Wise Words

Jun 18, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne wants to go to the fete but first he needs to earn some money—he decides to raise money by salvaging golf balls.

Now You See It, Now You Still See It

Episode 14

Now You See It, Now You Still See It

Jun 19, 1997 · 23 min

Squoka needs an assistant for his magic act and Grandpa moves into a home.

Fancy Dress

Episode 15

Fancy Dress

Jun 20, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne tries to impress Violet by being more sensitive and tolerant. Wayne and Charlene teach Harris Weed a lesson at a birthday party.

Wheels Within Wheels

Episode 16

Wheels Within Wheels

Jun 23, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne finds a way to reconcile Rupert and Charlene, but the Merry brothers are up to no good when they steal the wheels to Rupert's Volvo.

Special Operations

Episode 17

Special Operations

Jun 24, 1997 · 23 min

It is limited specials day at the local supermarket and Wayne's mum wants everyone to help.

Elementary, My Dear Squocka

Episode 18

Elementary, My Dear Squocka

Jun 25, 1997 · 23 min

Violet and Squocka turn detective when Wayne is accused of cheating on an exam. Violet leaves for the States.

Soap

Episode 19

Soap

Jun 26, 1997 · 23 min

It is Father's Day, but Wayne and Charlene are too preoccupied with their own troubles to find a real present.

Amy Pastrami Day

Episode 20

Amy Pastrami Day

Jun 27, 1997 · 23 min

Violet is back from America and her stories of 'Amy Pastrami Day' ignite the imagination of the drama teacher.

Witch Wayne

Episode 21

Witch Wayne

Jun 30, 1997 · 23 min

It is Halloween and Violet decides to find out the truth about the neighbourhood 'witch'

A Wayne's Gotta Do ...

Episode 22

A Wayne's Gotta Do ...

Jul 1, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne would prefer to go to the cinema with Violet but is forced to face the school bully instead.

The Harder They Fall

Episode 23

The Harder They Fall

Jul 2, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne reluctantly drags himself away from Violet to help his mother with the shopping.

Where's Wilson

Episode 24

Where's Wilson

Jul 3, 1997 · 23 min

Wayne receives an after-school detention which upsets his plans to judge a bake-off.

Dad's Ad

Episode 25

Dad's Ad

Jul 4, 1997 · 23 min

Dad brings home a video camera to make a commercial for the local television station. Wayne spots the camera and thinks up a different project.

Wayne in the Wings

Episode 26

Wayne in the Wings

Jul 7, 1997 · 23 min

It is Christmas again, but Wayne is not happy because it looks like Violet might be going to a different high school next year.

About the series

The Wayne Manifesto poster
Audience score
★ 7.0 /10

based on 3 votes

Synopsis

The Wayne Manifesto is an Australian children's television series that aired on the ABC in 1996. Based on the children's books by David McRobbie, it is centred around the life 12-year-old Wayne Wilson, showing the world both as the way he would like it and the way it really is. Filmed in Brisbane, Australia, it aired most weekdays in the afternoon at 4pm on the ABC.

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Cast

6 principal cast

Jeffrey Walker

Jeffrey Walker

Wayne Wilson

Simon James

Simon James

Kevin Merry

Remi Broadway

Remi Broadway

Rupert Pringle

Brooke Harman

Brooke Harman

Rosie

Cassandra Magrath

Cassandra Magrath

Charlene Wilson

Mark F. Hill

Patrick

Where to watch The Wayne Manifesto

The Wayne Manifesto is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The comedy from David McRobbie has 1 season and 26 total episodes, rated 7.0/10 by 3 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does The Wayne Manifesto have?

The Wayne Manifesto has 1 season with 26 episodes in total.

Is The Wayne Manifesto still on the air?

The Wayne Manifesto has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs The Wayne Manifesto?

The Wayne Manifesto airs on ABC TV.

When did The Wayne Manifesto first air?

The Wayne Manifesto first aired on June 2, 1997.

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