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2000
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7.1 (13)

Buzz & Poppy is a beloved New Zealand children's show that first aired in 1999 and ran until 2009. Produced by Huhu Studios Ltd, the show featured a cast of lovable characters and a variety of catchy songs that quickly became popular with children and adults alike.

The show followed the adventures of Buzz, a curious bee, and Poppy, a fun-loving flower, as they explored the world around them and learned valuable lessons about friendship, cooperation, and the importance of nature. The two friends would often encounter various insects and animals along the way, and each episode would teach viewers about different aspects of the natural world.

One of the standout features of Buzz & Poppy was its use of puppetry and animation to bring its characters to life. Buzz and Poppy were both puppet characters, while the other animals and insects were created using a mix of puppetry and animation techniques. This gave the show a unique visual style that was both charming and engaging for young viewers.

Another key part of the show's appeal was its cast of talented actors and performers. Paula Keenan was the voice of Poppy, bringing her infectious energy and enthusiasm to the character. Suzanne Lee played the voice of Buzz, imbuing him with a sense of curious wonder and adventurous spirit. And Chic Littlewood rounded out the main cast as the narrator, providing a friendly and reassuring presence throughout each episode.

Beyond its main characters, Buzz & Poppy also boasted a wide range of supporting characters and guest stars. From mischievous snails to friendly ladybugs, each episode brought new and exciting characters to life. And in later seasons, the show began to feature guest stars from other New Zealand productions, adding even more excitement and variety for its young audience.

But perhaps the most enduring aspect of Buzz & Poppy was its music. The show featured a wide range of original songs, each one catchy and upbeat in its own way. From the peppy opening theme song to the heartfelt ballads, each song served to enhance the whimsical and playful tone of the show. Even now, years after the show ended, many New Zealanders still find themselves humming along to the show's infectious tunes.

Despite its popularity, Buzz & Poppy remained firmly rooted in its mission to educate and inspire young viewers. Each episode was carefully crafted to teach a valuable lesson or impart useful information about the natural world. Whether learning about the important role bees play in pollinating flowers or discovering the joys of working together, Buzz & Poppy was always about learning and growing as a person.

Overall, Buzz & Poppy was a beloved children's show that captivated audiences for over a decade. With its charming characters, engaging visuals, and memorable music, it left a lasting impact on New Zealand's cultural landscape. Even today, many people look back on their childhood memories of the show with fondness, grateful for the joy and wonder it brought to their lives.

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23. Episode 23

Buzz and Poppy need a new Forest Ranger clubhouse and so do the magpie brothers. When Vermin finds a rainbow ball and gives it to Buzz and Poppy, Wiley pops it and creates a roof for the magpies. Wiley soon discovers fireworks and causes mischief all over the forest and even challenges Bertie Bee to a race with her broken wing. Buzz and Poppy come up with creative ideas to help Bertie Bees. When Buzz talks Poppy into writing his school essay, he soon learns it's not harmless fun. Meanwhile, Wiley wants to win a newspaper contest and makes Maneeta answer the questions. When the two guilty bugs start having bad dream, winning by cheating starts to seem like a bad idea.

22. Episode 22

Buzz and Poppy's friend, Tweedle, invents a new game called Tweedle Sticks. Wiley get curious and attempts to play, but makes himself look like a fool which causes him to break every stick. Wiley gets even more mad and sees Buzz and Poppy's new painting of the Magpie brothers. Wiley thinks it's a mirror of him and thinks he can fly. Later, Wiley becomes unhappy because he doesn't have hair. Poppy Huhu is unhappy with the hair she has. Both bugs end up with bigger problems as they attempt to change things.

21. Episode 21

A flood leaves Wiley and the Thug Bugs homeless, who are forced to live with others. This causes Wiley just to eat and sleep all day and to discover Poppy's invitation to Bertie Bees party, which he plans to eat all the food. But, when the forest is covered in snow, Wiley gets more ideas to steal Axel's snow blower called the Puff Pump to steal more food.

20. Episode 20

Wiley Weta is up to no good again as his feat hurt, challenges Buzz to a game of River Rock Roll and another bike race through the muddy forest. Wiley sees Buzz and Poppy bouncing around on puff balls, he tries them for himself but bounces out of control. Buzz notices trash everywhere in the forest caused by the Thug Bugs, so Wiley challenged Buzz to a River Rock Roll, the loser cleans the forest. In the end, Wiley gets what he deserves.

19. Episode 19

Buzz and Poppy are making a movie about life in the forest when they encounter a pet flea, Hopsctoch, and Wiley's peaceful spot, where the tallest tree blocks the view. Wiley tells Slick to chop down the tree. When Buzz and Poppy discover that Hopscotch can find any bug by smell, Wiley goes missing. Buzz and Poppy search for Wiley but is he missing to become the star of their movie.

18. Episode 18

The famous Singing Slaters are coming for a concert, but one of the Slaters gets sick and Slick is asked to fill in. While Slick deals with his shyness, his boss Wiley finds a siren and causes ruckus in the forest as a snow storm approaches. When the snow comes Buzz and Poppy organize a toboggan race, where Wiley cheats by using Axel's new invention, a faster toboggan. Slick prepares for the biggest night of his life, Wiley wins the race but can he be reasoned with to stop the siren noise?

17. Episode 17

Buzz and Poppy plan a Forest Ranger trip, while they organize "˜The Give Right Picnic,' a day of sharing. Wiley has other plans to steal everyone's food. While Buzz and Poppy prepare supplies, shovels, and camping gear for their trip, they break their mum's special pottery clay. They have to fix it before the trip, but the Thug Bugs accidentally dump clay on top of Wiley. Buzz and Poppy save Wiley, but encounter the magpie brother's with a sickness that makes other bugs sick instead of the Forest Rangers.

16. Episode 16

Buzz builds a cart and lends it to Whirligig the postman to make his job easier, but the cart ends up a disaster. Meanwhile the forest council is about to reward the busiest bug. Wiley ends up burning wood to warm the Thug Bugs. The smoke ends up making the bugs sick and change color, and Slick tries to persuade everyone to vote for the "˜The Boss' to win the busiest bug award.

15. Episode 15

A tree branch falls and hits Wiley's head which causes him to be nice, while the Thug Bugs steal the last jar of Sunny Honey. Buzz and Poppy race against time to figure out how to make more Sunny Honey and come across Vermin the magpie, who is sick. Vermin ate a Huhu bug and Axel Ant has to find a cure to the magpie's sickness.

14. Episode 14

Buzz and Poppy's friends Digger, the worm, and Toi Toi are injured. Digger hurts his back and is stuck in a hole in a ghost cave, while Toi Toi gets a special wheel chair which causes Wiley to have mischievous ideas to get one of his own. Wiley gets a bright idea to cause mayhem in the forest as Buzz and Poppy fall ill.

13. Episode 13

The forest is up for an upgrade. Buzz and Poppy's mum, Dolly, organizes a competition to improve the forest, while Buzz and his dad build a fire bucket to carry water to hot spots due to a high fire danger. The bucket breaks and Wiley Weta takes over the competition and creates "The Wiley Weta Weekly" as the printing machine breaks down.

12. Episode 12

Poppy becomes mad at Buzz for ruining her homework, which they both apologize to each other. Soon they hear that their Grandpa is stepping down as Forest Leader and Wiley Weta thinks about taking over. Afterwards, Buzz and Poppy are distracted by a video game and their baby sister, Snobbly, disappears. Soon every bug in the forest is searching for Snobbly and Wiley cheats in the race for Forest Leader.

11. Episode 11

Buzz and Poppy plan for a Forest Ranger trip, but when Milly Millipede, the forest's free taxi breaks down, the Thug Bugs start charging taxi fairs of their own. While planning for the Forest Ranger Trip, Buzz and Poppy hear of the myths of the Big Footed Monster. They fix Milly, but the Thug Bugs are at it again as Wiley Weta gets a job at the post office and starts reading peoples mail. It is up to Buzz and Poppy to save the day.

10. Episode 10

The Thug Bugs are up to no good as they plan to cheat during a kick ball contest, enter a fake water melon made of rock into a contest, and their friend Slick Slater becomes hurt after a shaky earth quake.

9. Episode 9

Wiley Weta steals timber for his new sun deck which was supposed to be used for the forest's first hospital. Wiley ends up hurt, but Buzz and Poppy save the day while they plan a surprise party for their grandma and one of the Thug Bugs,' Slick Slater. Later, Poppy practices his flute for a concert. But when the flute is damaged, will the concert be ruined?

8. Episode 8

After a big rain storm, Buzz and Poppy love to dodge the big rain drops and call it the Rain Jumping Game. But when they go home, a scary noise keeps them awake. With only one gang to blame, the Thug Bugs are responsible for the scary noises and end up getting stuck in mud, only for Buzz and Poppy to save them. When all is well, the Huhu family has a yard sell with a prize necklace for one lucky customer. But when the Thug Bugs here of it, they steal it and Buzz and Poppy have no choice but to find it.

7. Episode 7

In the forest, the Thug Bugs are acting up again as they steal the annual collection of clothes for charity, ruin a school play, and have Wiley blown away on their giant kite. It is up to Buzz and Poppy to save the town and forest from such disasters.

6. Episode 6

Buzz and Poppy race around the forest for the Good Fun Challenge. While the Thug Bugs are always a nuisance, they take over a boat and end up stuck in the river. Meanwhile, Slick spies on Buzz and Poppy in class.

5. Episode 5

Grandma teaches Buzz and Poppy how to say "please" and "thank you" and mean it, but someone has been stealing her vegetables while a missing pet Hopscotch is discovered by Slick and the Thug Bugs. Buzz and Poppy investigate the case of missing vegetables and record every time they say "please" and "thank you." Slick struggles to let his only friend and pet Hopscotch return to its rightful owners, Buzz and Poppy.

4. Episode 4

Parent's Day Party is around the corner and Buzz and Poppy must play a special tune for their mom and dad, while the forest bakery runs out of cakes and everyone loses their caps. The Thug Bugs decide to start their own bakery with hideous baking ingredients and ruin the party. In the end, Buzz and Poppy rescue the day by saving the party and finding everyone's hats.

3. Episode 3

It is the biggest day of Buzz and Poppy's lives as they prepare their friend, Bertie Bee, for a Best Bee Contest and start a Forest Rangers group to help another friend, Tweedle. But, Poppy dreams of eating Axel Ant's new Bark Berry Chocolate. While Bertie Bee practices for the contest, Thug Bug's old pal Sting finds a way to enter the contest just to cheat. The Forest Rangers activities makes Tweedle nervous he breaks out in red spots, and Poppy dreams are shattered as she finds out the chocolate is not for her.

2. Episode 2

Buzz and Poppy start the forest's first newspaper called "New Leaf News" with their friends, taking photos and writing stories. But when they deliver, the newspapers go missing. They must find the newspapers. Poppy starts playing horribly on her old flute and exchanges it for a new one with the Thug Bugs, only to find out her new flute is bad. She must get her old flute back, while Buzz and Poppy prepare for a new bike race with Grandpa's old tandem.

1. Episode 1

It was the biggest storm anyone could remember and something huge had dammed the river. As the floodwaters rise, the whole community, friend and foe, pulls together to stop their homes from being washed away. When the storm is gone, Grandpa goes missing causing Buzz and Poppy to search for him. They find Grandpa in a waterhole and need to rescue him, while a new creature left behind by the storm is the talk of the town.

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