The trip to Australia was paid for by Channel 4 as part of a programme, I had shared the screenshot where Sue said this.I agree, they were so rude about the kangaroo pie for no reason. It's not uncommon for people to eat kangaroo meat in Australia - it is even sold in supermarkets and butcher shops. Their reaction was pure disgust though?? For me when people come over and bring something to share you thank them no matter what.
I've seen a few short documentaries/reports on the Bonnells and compared to them the Radford kids have it good! Very strict and little room for individuality - I think they were the family that had all the kids in 3 bedrooms with each bedroom having a colour/theme to make it easier for the mum when doing washing etc. I have to say though they showed their real life and (from my perspective) a quite true look into ordinary big family life.
I believe the TV company did pay for the trip - anything filmed as part of the shows is usually covered by the company. Their past holidays to Spain and Florida have been said to have been paid for by the TV companies too.
I am not a fan of the Bonnells, they have some rather religious rules and views that I do not agree with. I think the mother is an awful rude woman.