Remember When: Tellydots took over our TVs

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In October 2000 TV3, in partnership with BP, Pizza Hut and KFC, brought the global marketing phenomenon of Tellydots to our shores. Captivated by the promise of prizes such as Holden Barinas, portable CD players, and even $333,333.33 in cash, we had nothing better to do than stick a small piece of plastic to our television sets. Join us as we remember the Y2K Tellydot promotion.

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