• Fetch to add Free-to-Air IP Channels to TV Guide

    Fetch to add Free-to-Air IP Channels to TV Guide
    Fetch TV will be making Free-to-Air channels available as IP feeds via the Fetch Electronic Program Guide from next month.
    Fetch households with poor FTA reception, or none at all, will have easy access to FTA program information and single click channel access from the EPG.
    The FTA IP channel feeds are currently available for viewing on the Fetch platform via the individual FTA BVOD Apps but Fetch will soon provide the added convenience of integration into the EPG.
    Scott Lorson, CEO of Fetch TV
  • Bruce Lehrmann lodges appeal in defamation case against 10

    Bruce Lehrmann lodges appeal in defamation case against 10
    Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann has lodged a notice of appeal with the Federal Court following a ruling that on the balance of probabilities he raped Brittany Higgins at Parliament House in 2019.
    Lehrmann had tried to sue Network 10 and former Project presenter Lisa Wilkinson for defamation over an interview with Ms Higgins.
    Lehrmann was given until close of business on Friday afternoon to appeal the decision.
    Filings with the court indicate Lehrmann had lodged a notice of appeal with the
  • Friday Flashback: Flashbacks with Barry Humphries

    Friday Flashback: Flashbacks with Barry Humphries
    Industry this week has been caught up in questions of workplace bullying and sexual harrasssment.
    In 1999 ABC screened a four part series, Flashbacks with Barry Humphries in which Sir Les Patterson gave his esteemed view on the topic.
  • Postcards: June 2

    Postcards: June 2
    Travel Guides‘ Kevin and Janetta feature in Postcards this Sunday on Nine Melbourne.
    Kevin and Janetta show viewers around their hometown of Maldon (Dja Dja Wurrung Country). Starting on Main Street, they head into Maldon Bakery for a pastry before shopping at Portia & Co and chatting to owner Rebecca Haack. They end their tour of Maldon at the quirky Blue Cockatoo Bar which is accessible through the fish and chip shop!
    Lauren Phillips is checking out local gems in Altona (Boonwurrung
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  • Survivor US plea to fans: “Please consider embracing kindness”

    Survivor US plea to fans: “Please consider embracing kindness”
    Survivor US has made a plea to its very fervent fan base to simmer their passion on social media.
    View this post on InstagramA post shared by Survivor (@survivorcbs)It’s not clear why the show has felt the need to remind its audience to remain respectful, but this past season was noteworthy for the uncomfortable meltdown by Liz after missing out on a food reward, and for the surprise finale vote by Maria who voted for Kenzie over her series ally Charlie.
    “I was really shocked,”
  • Returning: Pachinko

    Returning: Pachinko
    Apple TV+ today confirmed premiere date for the second season of drama series Pachinko.
    Told in three languages — Korean, Japanese, and English — and consisting of eight, one-hour episodes, season two of “Pachinko” will premiere in August.
    Hailing from Media Res, “Pachinko,” has been celebrated for its epic storytelling and praised as “an immersive, poignant, must-see journey.” The series quickly became Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes during its
  • Thursday 30 May 2024

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  • Dream Home: June 2

    Dream Home: June 2
    That was fast.
    After “weeks of gruelling renovations” (aka three episodes) the Dream Home teams will present their first finished rooms for judging this Sunday.
    Expert judges Simon Cohen, Rosie Morley and Lana Taylor will critique the Brad and Mel’s Northcote home and Taeler and Elle’s Watsonia home.
    Lana said, “If there is no feeling, they’ve missed the mark. The feel-good factor usually comes from a cohesive design where all the elements in the space are wor
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  • SAFC appoints new Head of Production and Development.

    SAFC appoints new Head of Production and Development.
    The South Australian Film Corporation has appointed Leanne Saunders as Head of Production and Development.
    One of New Zealand’s most experienced and respected producers and production executives, she comes to the SAFC from the New Zealand Film Commission where she has served for the past eight years as Head of Development and Production with titles such as After The Party, The Convert, We Are Still Here, Went Up The Hill and The Power Of The Dog.
    Prior to the NZFC, she was a film producer
  • Netflix begins production with Superwog stars

    Netflix begins production with Superwog stars
    As first tipped by TV Tonight, Theo and Nathan Saidden are taking their Superwog characters to Netflix.
    The Saiddens will write, direct, produce and star in a new standalone series, Son of a Donkey. Production has started in Melbourne, also produced by Princess Pictures.
    In Son of a Donkey, we meet Theo just as he moves out of his home to claim his independence — until he’s faced with the harsh realities of adulthood. From driving fines and daddy issues to internet scams and a lot of
  • ABC exploring Q+A future

    ABC exploring Q+A future
    ABC is mulling the future of Q+A and whether there is another format which could function in its role of public discourse.
    Speaking yesterday to a Senate Estimates Committee, ABC managing director told Liberal Senator Dave Sharma, “Senator, we’re using that time to think about the program’s future. Look, I think, Q+A as a concept, what is there and what it’s meant to do, is an important one.
    “It’s important that the ABC does that and actually brings people tog
  • Nine board unites on way forward after damaging fortnight

    Nine board unites on way forward after damaging fortnight
    A lengthy Board meeting at Nine yesterday addressed allegations of poor behaviour by executives at the media group, but ultimately united behind chief executive Mike Sneesby, despite some reports suggesting “a dead man walking.”
    Sneesby, chairman Peter Costello and human resources boss Vanessa Morley released a statement after the five-hour meeting promising scrutiny of the allegations and apologising to those affected.
    “It is important we all acknowledge the trauma some of you
  • SBS On Demand joins VOZ Streaming

    SBS On Demand joins VOZ Streaming
    SBS On Demand has joined VOZ Streaming, which gives marketers full programmatic access to Australia’s free-to-air commercial BVOD inventory.With BVOD now accounting for approximately 10% of Total TV minutes viewed weekly, programmatic trading across 7plus, 9Now, 10play and SBS On Demand will enable advertisers to aggregate the scale of BVOD services while managing de-duplicated reach and frequency, and frequency capping.
    SBS Director of Media Sales, Adam Sadler, said: “Over many year
  • Airdate: Beyond The Dream

    Airdate: Beyond The Dream
    New sports special Boiling Point: Swimming’s Greatest Rivalry special marks the first of five documentaries in the landmark new series Beyond The Dream in the lead up to the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games Paris 2024, with the series to continue through to Brisbane 2032.
    Boiling Point: Swimming’s Greatest Rivalry, looks at fiercest rivalry between Australia and the United States.
    It features never before seen footage and one-on-one interviews with some of the greatest swimmers of
  • 7News Spotlight: June 2

    7News Spotlight: June 2
    On Sunday 7News Spotlight screens “Creating Change – A Cost of Living Special,” offering solutions that Australians can implement to help stretch their weekly budgets.
    Host Michael Usher said: “This affects everyone, no matter your financial position. Everyone in every generation is searching for a way to save money and balance rising costs. Our panel and guests hopefully help guide us to better financial positions.”
    Finance expert David Koch will lead a panel of ex
  • “Don’t vape in the toilets”: Which Colin from Accounts star is the voice of Virgin Australia?

    “Don’t vape in the toilets”: Which Colin from Accounts star is the voice of Virgin Australia?
    When she isn’t playing ‘Yvette the Vet’ in Colin from Accounts, actor Annie Maynard can be heard telling Virgin passengers to buckle up and get ready for take-off.
    TV Tonight asked Maynard if she has been the anonymous voice on Virgin aircraft for years?
    “Yes, good ears. Don’t vape in the toilets, that’s me,” she laughed.
    “It’s surprising that people pick people’s voices but I guess it’s your identity, isn’t it?Yes, I do a l
  • How many Baby Reindeer viewers in Australia looked into the story afterwards?

    How many Baby Reindeer viewers in Australia looked into the story afterwards?
    Many Australians who watched Baby Reindeer believed the version of events as recounted by writer and star Richard Gadd, over the woman who self-identified as his ‘stalker’, Fiona Harvey.
    Two thirds of those who watched went looking for more information on the story and its characters afterwards.
    UK-owned market research firm conducted a survey online over the past week.
    Methodology: YouGov Surveys: Serviced provides quick survey results from nationally representative or targeted audi
  • Jim Henson: Idea Man

    Jim Henson: Idea Man
    A new doco takes us into the mind of a singular creative visionary, from his early years puppeteering on local television to worldwide success. Friday on Disney+.Matildas v China PR
    Top Gear Australia
    Silent Witness
    The Orville
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  • Better Homes & Gardens: May 31

    Better Homes & Gardens: May 31
    This Friday on Better Homes & Gardens Graham visits his favourite flower field on the outskirts of Melbourne, and Joh Griggs meets indigenous chef Mark Olive.
    Johanna – Mark Olive At The FarmMark Olive, aka ‘The Black Olive’, is Australia’s most acclaimed indigenous chef. For over 40 years, across numerous television appearances, live events and a best-selling cookbook, he’s been celebrating native ingredients and educating Australians on how to cook with them.
  • Airdate: A Family Affair

    Airdate: A Family Affair
    New romantic comedy A Family Affair, starring Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron, will premiere on Netflix in late June.
    The film directed by Richard Lagravanese also features Joey King, Liza Koshy and Kathy Bates.
    A surprising romance kicks off comic consequences for a young woman (Joey King), her mother (Nicole Kidman) and her movie star boss (Zac Efron) as they face the complications of love, sex, and identity.
    Director: Richard LagravaneseWriter: Carrie Solomon
    Tuesday June 28 on Netflix.
  • Joel Pearlman to depart Roadshow Films

    Joel Pearlman to depart Roadshow Films
    Joel Pearlman, a founding Co-CEO of production company Roadshow Rough Diamond, will step down from his role as CEO of Roadshow Films after 30 years with the Village Roadshow organisation.
    Pearlman’s tenure saw him oversee the organisation across a diverse slate from local and global studios, licensors, and production companies including Warner Bros, Lionsgate, Village Roadshow Pictures, A24, FilmNation, Made Up Stories and Arenamedia. Highlights include launching the Harry Potter, Lord of
  • Airdate: ABBA: Against the Odds

    Airdate: ABBA: Against the Odds
    50th anniversary special ABBA: Against the Odds, jointly funded by European broadcasters including BBC, ARD/WDR, France Télévisions, SVT and DR, will screen on ABC in June.
    Featuring re-discovered archive, exclusive never-before-seen stills and previously unheard stories, the film is a roller-coaster journey of love, struggle, fame and – of course – epic songs.
    Telling the epic story of ABBA’s greatest period of musical achievement framed between the albums &lsquo
  • Call for Entries: ABC / AIDC Indigenous Documentary Placement

    Call for Entries: ABC / AIDC Indigenous Documentary Placement
    The Australian Broadcasting Corporation in partnership with the Australian International Documentary Conference have opened applications for the Indigenous Documentary Placement program for 2024.
    Running for the third time, the Indigenous Documentary Placement provides one mid-career Indigenous practitioner with a unique opportunity to undertake a four-month paid placement with the ABC.
    ABC Chief Content Officer, Chris Oliver-Taylor, said, “The ABC is committed to supporting opportunities
  • The Bear: trailer

    The Bear: trailer
    Star / Disney+ has dropped a trailer for Season Three of The Bear, starring Jeremy Allen White, to premiere in June.
    The half-hour series also features Ayo Edebiri, Richard “Richie” Jerimovich, Abby Elliott, Lionel Boyce, Liza Colón-Zayas and Matty Matheson, with Oliver Platt and Molly Gordon in recurring roles.
    Season three of FX’s “The Bear” follows Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White), Sydney Adamu (Ayo Edebiri) and Richard “Richi
  • 9Now: Married at First Sight NZ

    9Now: Married at First Sight NZ
    Season 4 of Married at First Sight NZscreens on 9Now from next week.
    Aussie John Aiken joins the cast with relationship and sex therapist Jo Robertson.
    John Aiken said: “I’m excited to be a part of the fresh relaunch of MAFS NZ. After being involved for over a decade with the Australian version, I can now bring all of my lessons and insights to Kiwi singles looking for love. I spent a good deal of time growing up in New Zealand and I married a Kiwi, so I feel very connected to the co
  • 1% Club UK and Gruen draw in Wednesday viewers

    1% Club UK and Gruen draw in Wednesday viewers
    The 1% Club UK topped entertainment at 853,000 in National TV Audience, a very economic programming win for Seven compared to local reality production.
    Next in the slot was Hard Quiz (673,000), 7:30 (649,000), MasterChef Australia (596,000), The Summit (558,000) and Alone Australia high at 345,000.
    Later Gruen drew 667,000 then The Front Bar (584,000), NCIS: Sydney (332,000), Blak Ball (325,000), Ski Rescue Down Under (255,000) and Alone Australia: The Reunion (214,000).
    Seven News topped the ni
  • Wednesday 29 May 2024

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  • Selling Sunset star to guest on Neighbours

    Selling Sunset star to guest on Neighbours
    US presenter and actor Chrishell Stause (Selling Sunset, Days of our Lives) will guest star in Neighbours, commencing filming in July.
    She will play Yasmine Shields, a glamorous and successful businesswoman in pursuit of an exciting work opportunity.
    Stause, married to Australia’s G Flip and an advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights, has previously acted on US soaps All My Children, The Young and the Restless and Days of Our Lives. Her character will feature from late 2024.
    Executive Producer, Jason
  • Stan Sport unveils Olympic presenting team

    Stan Sport unveils Olympic presenting team
    Stan Sport hosted its Olympics launch yesterday at a media event at the Sydney Opera House.
    Stan Sport will showcase all 329 events from Paris 2024 live and ad-free, with the biggest moments showcased in 4K Ultra HD, a first for Olympics coverage in Australia.
    Coverage will span 40 individual sport channels, an exclusive 24/7 Olympic News channel and 4 live & exclusive feature channels crossing between the big moments.
    Stan Sport also provides a world first offering of 8 exclusive internatio
  • “Lacked context”: ABC News boss issues statement following Laura Tingle remarks

    “Lacked context”: ABC News boss issues statement following Laura Tingle remarks
    ABC News Director Justin Stevens has issued a statement following reports of ABC presenter and Board Member Laura Tingle’s comments at the Sydney Writers’ Festival where she described Australia as a “racist country”.
    “Laura Tingle’s remarks at the Sydney Writers’ Festival at the weekend lacked the context, balance and supporting information of her work for the ABC and would not have met the ABC’s editorial standards,” Stevens said in a statem

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