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Don Spencer, born Donald Richard Spencer on 22 March 1937 in Tamworth, New South Wales, has been a staple of Australian music and children's television since 1962. A national fixture in Australia and the UK, Spencer is best known for his long-running role as a host on Play School (Australia: 1968–1999; UK: 1972–1988). His early hit single Fireball reached the UK Singles Chart, and he later devoted himself to children’s music through the Australian Children’s Music Foundation. Today, fans can look forward to new music and performances as Spencer continues his lifelong mission of inspiring young listeners. We’ve got you covered for a straightforward, friendly ticket-buying experience—secure your seats and join Don Spencer on his forthcoming appearances.

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Biography highlights, career milestones, and upcoming appearances are listed below. Don Spencer’s contributions extend beyond performance: he founded the Australian Children’s Music Foundation (ACMF) in 2002 and was honored with the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2007 for services to children's music and television. In 2024, he received the AIR Awards Outstanding Achievement Award and a Lifetime Achievement Award from Major Minor Music Australia. His 2024 release Wonderful World of Pets, on the ABC-affiliated label, features the lead single I Wish I Had An Elephant and an accompanying book. For fans across Australia and beyond, this page provides essential background, recent activity, and up-to-date tour information. For tickets, think of us as your reliable connection—no fuss, just easy access to the shows you want to see.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Don Spencer

  • Born Donald Richard Spencer on 22 March 1937 in Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia; active in music since 1962.
  • Longstanding host of Play School in Australia (1968–1999) and the UK version (1972–1988).
  • First single 'Fireball' (theme for Fireball XL5) reached UK Singles Chart No. 32 in March 1963.
  • Founded the Australian Children’s Music Foundation (ACMF) in 2002; awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2007 for services to children's music and television.
  • 2024 AIR Awards Outstanding Achievement Award and a Lifetime Achievement Award from Major Minor Music Australia.
  • Released Wonderful World of Pets in 2024 (label associated with ABC); lead single reportedly 'I Wish I Had An Elephant' with related book.

The records

Don Spencer Discography

  • Wonderful World of Pets
    2024 · ABC Music
  • The Ultimate Collection
    2007 · ABC Records
  • Have a Beaut Day
    1994 · ABC Records
  • Walkabout
    1992 · ABC Records
  • The Best of Don Spencer
    1991 · ABC Records
  • Australia for Kids
    1989 · ABC Records
  • Australian Animal Songs
    1988 · ABC Records
  • Hokey Cokey (with Chloe Ashcroft & Carol Chell)
    1985 · BBC Records
  • Feathers, Fur or Fins
    1985 · ABC Records
  • Don Spencer from Play School sings 21 Children's Favourites
    1984 · J&B

The hits

Top Don Spencer Songs

  • Hold On To Your Dream
    2024 · N/A
  • I Wish I Had An Elephant
    2024 · N/A
  • If
    2023 · N/A
  • The Garden (as Australia Too)
    1985 · AUS 22
  • Fireball / I'm All Alone Again
    1963 · UK 32

Biography highlights, career milestones, and upcoming appearances are listed below. Don Spencer’s contributions extend beyond performance: he founded the Australian Children’s Music Foundation (ACMF) in 2002 and was honored with the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2007 for services to children's music and television. In 2024, he received the AIR Awards Outstanding Achievement Award and a Lifetime Achievement Award from Major Minor Music Australia. His 2024 release Wonderful World of Pets, on the ABC-affiliated label, features the lead single I Wish I Had An Elephant and an accompanying book. For fans across Australia and beyond, this page provides essential background, recent activity, and up-to-date tour information. For tickets, think of us as your reliable connection—no fuss, just easy access to the shows you want to see.

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