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Sunday May 17
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2:45 Big Cats 24/7
Reunion: Reunited, the Xudum pride lionesses struggle to feed their young one cub is starving. Leopard mum Lediba and cheetah mum Pobe each fight to keep their cubs alive.
4:00 Grand Designs New Zealand
Kawau: a Hauraki Gulf island with an illustrious history looks to be an idyllic family retreat but building there proves a logistical nightmare.
5:00 The Chase
It's game on as teams of complete strangers work together to win money and try and defeat the Chaser, a ruthless quiz genius, who wants to leave them with nothing! Hosted by Bradley Walsh.

6:00 1news at Six
The nation's leading team of journalists brings viewers the latest news and sport, plus the most comprehensive weather report.
7:00 Hyundai Country Calendar
Class Act: a former world champion shearer mentors the next generation of shepherds, shearers and farmers, while managing a large Pāmu owned King Country sheep & beef station.
7:30 Grand Designs New Zealand
Martinborough: a “forever” home amongst the vines in Martinborough wine country, with a black and white combination of Yakisugi timber and Oamaru Stone, tests the limits of an enterprising couple’s resources.
8:30 The Brokenwood Mysteries. s12 e2
Young, charismatic priest Canon Zach Mantell shakes up Brokenwood's parish with his unconventional style; but when his wife dies in the church cemetery, Mike and Kristin find clues of a murder.
10:35 All Her Fault. s1 e8
Series Final: Reeling from the recent home invasion, Marissa tries to put the pieces together to learn the truth.
11:45 Q+a with Jack Tame
Q+A with Jack Tame 2026 13: Hosted by Jack Tame, Q+A brings viewers the important political interviews and discussions of the week, taking a close look at politics, economics, and global events.

12:50 TVNZ1 Quiz
1:00 Infomercials
6:00 Bnz Business Breakfast
Bnz Business Breakfast: Join BNZ Business Breakfast for a sharp, authoritative start to the business day. in just 30 minutes we set the agenda — fast, focused, and forward looking.
6:30 Breakfast
Start your day off right as the Breakfast team brings you all the latest in news, weather, sport and entertainment.
9:00 The Finish Line
The more you know, the further you go. Knowledge equals speed as contestants battle it out to reach the finish line first. Action packed quiz fun with Roman Kemp and Sarah Greene.
10:00 Tipping Point
Fantastic quiz show in which four players take on a machine in the hopes of winning its 10,000 pounds jackpot. Only one can win!
11:00 The Chase
It's game on as teams of complete strangers work together to win money and try and defeat the Chaser, a ruthless quiz genius, who wants to leave them with nothing!

12:00 Tenable
Gameshow hosted by Warwick Davis. Five contestants attempt to answer top 10 list questions for the chance to win a big cash prize. the more top ten lists, the greater the jackpot.
1:00 Emmerdale
Long running soap following the ups and downs of village life amid the rolling scenery of the Yorkshire Dales.
1:30 Coronation Street
Long running drama with the residents of England's most famous cobbled street.
2:00 Go Girls. s4 e4
Kevin faces up to failure and gets help from unlikely quarters, as Leo tries to be a better man for love.
3:00 Tipping Point
Fantastic quiz show in which four players take on a machine in the hopes of winning its 10,000 pounds jackpot. Only one can win!
4:00 Te Karere
Te Karere brings you key events and stories of interest to Māori as well as bringing a Māori perspective to the day's news and current affairs.
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2:10 MOVIE: Shrek Forever After
Rumpelstiltskin wreaks havoc on Shrek’s life in the final movie of this brilliant series of Shrek adventures but will it be a fairy tale ending? Starring Mike Myers & Cameron Diaz. (2010)
4:00 Netball: ANZ Premiership
LIVE coverage of the final match in Round 6 in the 2026 ANZ Premiership season as the Pulse host the Steel from TSB Arena in Wellington.

6:00 The Big Bang Theory. s7 e23
The Proton Transmogrification: Penny gets fired from her movie; Raj sees Emily on a date with another man; and Howard and Bernadette have to take care of his mother.
7:00 Highway Patrol
Crash Chaos: a hit and run driver is found at home, but he’s drugged, angry and not going to come easily. It’s a midnight make out stake out: the Highway Patrol find young daters in a steamy situation .
7:30 Taskmaster
An Even Bigger Spoon: Amy Gledhill gets creative with spoons and Kumail Nanjiani impresses all with his jaw strength.
8:30 MOVIE: Central Intelligence
Accountant Calvin Joyner's life changes drastically after Bob Stone, his classmate in high school, drags him into a dubious covert operation. Starring Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and Kevin Hart. (2016)
10:40 Doc. s2 e9
Kaddish: at Jake's father's funeral, grief helps clarify his feelings for Amy.
11:35 The Rookie. s8 e13
Bailey gets a new role; a ride along with Nolan goes awry; the team looks to recruit new members.

12:35 Firebite. s1 e5
Having survived the King, Shanika and Tyson's lives are torn apart by child services.
1:15 Marilyn Manson: Unmasked
Uncover the controversy surrounding notorious rock star Marilyn Manson, from his early days as a symbol of counterculture who shocked the public with his lyrics to the sexual assault allegations.
2:10 Highway Patrol
Officers deal with a Cheeky P plater who has pulled out in front of them on a main road. Checks reveal he his displaying the wrong coloured P plates.
3:00 Infomercials
5:00 TVNZ2 Returns at 6am
6:00 Les Mills Born to Move
The Library: Designed to nurture a life long love of physical activity, BORN to MOVE helps children experience the joy and vitality of moving to music, combining fun and fitness in way that children love.
6:30 Kiri and Lou
Kiri and Lou follows the adventures of Kiri, a feisty little dinosaur with overpowering emotions, and Lou, a gentle but thoughtful creature. Follow the friendship of these two prehistoric creatures.
6:35 Toi Time
Are you ready to kanikani? Join Tama, Māia, JoJo and guests including Aunty Anika (Anika Moa) as they dance, sing and have fun around their whare in this fun and educational new series!
7:05 Smarty Pants
Danielle: Tired of being the "losers" in class, three buddies are on a mission to become cool realising along the way that just accepting themselves is the coolest way to be.
7:30 Sonic Boom
OG Man Out: Sonic, Tails, Amy, Knuckles, and Sticks reside on Seaside Island in Hedgehog Village. Together they defend the island from various threats like Doctor Eggman and his robotic creations.
7:50 Lego Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu
The Temple on Haunted Hill: Kai, Jay, Cole and Zane must master their elemental powers and Spinjitzu weapons to protect the land of Ninjago, which also has an underworld.
8:15 Peppa Pig
Wedding Day: Join Peppa and her animal friends on fun filled adventures playing games, dressing up and of course jumping in muddy puddles!
8:35 Takaro Tribe
Kiwi is Sick: Come join the Takaro Tribe as they sing and dance their way through their magical alphabet forest, meeting friends and whanau and learning as they go.
9:00 Infomercials
9:30 Les Mills Adult Classes
Dance 6: Les Mills and TVNZ are thrilled to be working together to offer you free access to renowned Les Mills classes; BODYBALANCE, BODYCOMBAT, BODYATTACK, LES MILLS CORE and LES MILLS GRIT Cardio.
10:00 Everyday Gourmet with Justine Schofield
MasterChef Australia finalist Justine Schofield shares some of her favourite recipes in this cookery program aimed at ideas for the home cook.
10:30 Farm to Fork
Farm to Fork takes you on a journey across Australia, showcasing fresh local produce to inspire healthy cooking. Discover where your food comes from, support local farmers, and learn how to eat well.
11:00 The Drew Barrymore Show
Michelle Pfeiffer, Kurt Russell, Beau Garrett, Patrick J. Adams & Elle Chapman: Driven by humour and optimism, Drew Barrymore presents human interest stories and has heartfelt conversations with special guests.

12:00 Home and Away
Abigail’s night out takes an unexpected turn. Cash is stuck with Richie the rookie. Can Roo and Alf get on the same page?
12:30 Tipping Point Australia
Hosted by Australian tennis legend Todd Woodbridge, Tipping point will push contestants' luck to the very edge in their quest to beat the mesmerising device and win mystery prizes and cash!
1:30 Bridge of Lies
Ross Kemp hosts a nail biting quiz. Using knowledge, strategy and a little luck, contestants must cross the Bridge, spotting the lies. One wrong step and they lose everything!
2:30 Everyday Gourmet with Justine Schofield
MasterChef Australia finalist Justine Schofield shares some of her favourite recipes in this cookery program aimed at ideas for the home cook.
3:00 Travel Guides
Europe: Each week, five very different groups of ordinary Aussies become travel critics as they head on the same week long holiday. This week’s destination a European cruise!
4:00 Tipping Point Australia
Hosted by Australian tennis legend Todd Woodbridge, Tipping Point will push contestants' luck to the very edge in their quest to beat the mesmerising device and win mystery prizes and cash!
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2:55 Motogp Highlights
France: All the action from the 2026 MotoGP World Championship with the biggest names lining up on the best bikes including Kiwi Cormac Buchanan
4:00 Dirty Mudder Truckers
Running with Rivals: the Dirty 7 and Team Georgia face off to see who the best Mega Truck racing team is.
5:00 Gold Rush: White Water
Curse of the Gold Gods: with just a month left of the season, both crews are closing in on gold. But a life threatening accident at Dustin's site forces his crew out of the water.

6:00 ThreeNews
ThreeNews presents comprehensive coverage of global and local news.
6:30 Bondi Rescue. s14 e7
Conan O'Brien tries his hand at lifeguarding with hilarious results. on the promenade, Singlets treats a rollerblader with a severely dislocated knee.
7:00 All New Wild Heroes: Episode 4
The vets treat an albatross that had been kept in someone's home for a week, and the Zoo team is in rural Auckland, supporting efforts to save an endemic bat species.
7:30 The Floor Australia: Episode 7
With just 32 players left on the floor, it's time to turn it up a notch. the nightly bonus prize is doubled to $20,000 for one night only.
8:40 MOVIE: The Batman
Batman is called to intervene when the mayor of Gotham City is murdered. Soon, his investigation leads him to uncover a web of corruption, linked to his own dark past. Stars Robert Pattinson (2022)
11:50 Will Trent
The Look Out: When the wife of a local football hero is shot in a robbery gone wrong, Will is determined to quickly solve the seemingly simple case; Angie and Ormewood investigate the murder of a local realtor.

12:50 Crimes Gone Viral
Surprise Attack: a road rage incident spirals out of control, and a woman fights off a robber armed with a knife.
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6:00 Alaska: The Last Frontier. s9 e16
Legacies LIVE On: Eivin and Eve build an epic homestead style treehouse. Atz Lee, Jane and Etienne stock their freezers with trout while Otto and August refurbish an old tractor.
7:00 Alaskan Bush People
Bull By the Horns: the Wolfpack's quest for complete freedom takes a big step forward with livestock, including a risky 2,000 pound longhorn bull. Noah and his new wife have a major announcement.
7:55 Alaskan Bush People
The Buffalo Trail: the Wolfpack seizes an opportunity to stockpile meat with their first ever buffalo hunt. Whilst brothers Noah and Bam are left to build a mine cooled meat locker. S4b E10
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10:35 The Good Doctor
The Lea Show: Sophie takes Lea out for a day full of luxurious wedding planning; after a nearly fatal oversight, Dr. Lim senses an underlying issue is behind nurse Villanueva's unprofessional behavior.
11:30 Pretty Little Liars
Out, Damned Spot: the girls' academic future takes center stage as college pressures mount.

12:25 All American
Life Goes On: Spencer seeks guidance from Layla, Jordan receives unexpected news, and Laura decides where she and Billy stand. Elsewhere, Asher receives clarity from his parents.
1:20 Flip or Flop
Rotten Flip: Tarek and Christina take a gamble on a million dollar possibility in Anaheim Hills that is rotted with mould. Tarek tries to keep it on track.
1:50 The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
Drama on the Dance Floor: After a chaotic Italy trip, the ladies reunite for Rachel's disco birthday. Kyle and Erika avoid Dorit, who rebuffs Sutton. Boz is stunned, and absences cloud Dorit's cover reveal.
2:50 The Floor Australia: Episode 7
With just 32 players left on the floor, it's time to turn it up a notch. the nightly bonus prize is doubled to $20,000 for one night only.
4:00 Beach Hunters. s6 e8
Beach Hunting on Topsail Island: a couple searches for a vacation home on Topsail Island, North Carolina. with four kids, they're looking for a place that can accommodate everyone.
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3:30 Life in the Ffn
See the stories of people who are at different stages of 'rangatiratanga' in their community. Lance and Deena show their gratitude for their home through kaitiakitanga. NB: "F Word "
4:00 Huiki Haere
The Schmidt Peke and Rupuha/Ripikoi sisters embark on a journey of mind, body, and soul, immersing themselves in the serenity of a sound bath, bond in a sweat lodge, and wrap it up with Zumba.
4:30 Home, Land & Sea
Raised on whenua, Joyann turned her rongoā skills and plant love into Soul Time, crafting healing balms. Her husband Barlow gathers the rongoā, keeping tradition alive.
5:00 Kāinga Whenua
Pio visits with various whanau at the beginning of their papakāinga development journeys to answer the question, how do I get started?

5:30 Ariki 4
Ariki is a revolutionary Māori martial arts series where teams of rangatahi battle it out. Based on the ancestral art form, ARIKI was created by Te Whare Tū Taua o New Zealand.
5:57 Waiata Anthems
Commercial success made William Singe lose his sense of self. at his lowest point, Will turns to his whakapapa and finds the connection with his first te reo Māori single: Whānau.
6:01 Fresh 2026
NEW: our favourite flavours of the Pacific are presented in a Fresh Poly platter in this series dedicated to inspiring Islanders worldwide.
6:30 The Hui
A compelling mix of current affairs investigations, human interest and arts and culture stories.
7:00 Te with Moana
Since its 2019 debut, Te with Moana has become an award winning and trusted force in current affairs. More than a current affairs show, it explores the rich diversity of today’s Māori experience.
7:30 Treaty Road
As the buffalo near extinction, the Plains Indigenous People struggle to survive, but they add a medicine chest clause to Treaty 6 to try to protect their health. the Indian Act is pushed through and undermines any rights enshrined in the treaties.
8:21 Someday Stories
A series of six sustainability focused short films by emerging young film makers form New Zealand New Zealand.
8:30 Day One Shorts 2025
NEW: After her gender identity was denied in her homeland, Lee Li, a transgender asylum seeker, was forced to leave her country, family, and language to embark on a journey toward belonging, freedom, and self empowerment.
8:40 Waiata Anthems
Once self conscious of her fair skin, pop singer YAHYAH finally lets go of her insecurities and sings in te reo Māori to honour her heritage and connect with her late mother.
8:45 Lucky Grandma
An ornery, chain smoking, newly widowed grandma is eager to LIVE life as an independent woman. a local fortune teller predicts her future and she lands herself on the wrong side of luck.
10:17 Someday Stories 6 2022
1963, New Zealand. An out of wedlock pregnancy forces 18 year old Mary to take things into her own hands at great personal risk, altering the course of more than one life
10:30 Red Earth Uncovered
Red Earth Uncovered is a half hour youth documentary series where a host investigates Aboriginal linkages to archaeological discoveries and ancient myths and legends.
11:00 Whakaata Māori
Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of New Zealand. be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.

6:30 Kori Club
Kori Club is a captivating series for 0 8 year olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Māori.
6:36 Tūhura
Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind how Rangitoto was carried from the West Coast of Tāmaki to the Te Waitematā Harbour.
6:42 Takaro Tribe
Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0 6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live.
6:57 Darwin and Newts
An animated series for youngsters who love to figure out how things work.
7:09 Island of Mystery
After crashing down into a valley of lava streams, Kura is determined to find a way back up the cliff and get their godstick back from.
7:17 Te Nūtube
Two clever cousins, Atareta and Te Haakura, share their world with their followers.
7:28 Tamaiti Tū Spring
Muster mayhem. the whanau heads to the farm, but the sheep aren't cooperating. Koro Noel saves the day, and the boys have a blast with some playful lambs.
7:39 Tamariki Haka
Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills.
7:49 Mataora Digital
Amazing content curated for rangatahi, whānau and pakeke. Made by the Mataora team.
8:00 Te Nūtube Haka
A fusion of haka and tamariki awesome ness with Te Nūtube stars Atareta and Te Haakura.
8:30 Ōpaki
Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori.
9:00 Tōku Reo
Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website.
9:30 Hangi Pit Masters
Nestled in the heart of Auckland city former Al Brown protege's Kyle Street and Jordan MacDonald's restaurant Culprit has been delivering their trolley service since 2016.
10:00 Tagata Pasifika 2026
NEW: New Zealand’s longest running Pacific news and current affairs television programme, Tagata Pasifika covers stories of Pacific Island communities here and around the Pacific region.
10:30 Treaty Road
As the buffalo near extinction, the Plains Indigenous People struggle to survive, but they add a medicine chest clause to Treaty 6 to try to protect their health. the Indian Act is pushed through and undermines any rights enshrined in the treaties.
11:19 Loading Docs 2022 - Power of Emotion
Forty five years after his parents were wrongfully imprisoned for overstaying, a Tongan New Zealander finally admits the painful truth behind what happened to his family during the Dawn Raids.
11:30 Lucky Grandma
An ornery, chain smoking, newly widowed grandma is eager to LIVE life as an independent woman. a local fortune teller predicts her future and she lands herself on the wrong side of luck.

1:00 Loading Docs 2022 - Power of Emotion
A passionate video gamer leads his team on a turbulent battle to be the first New Zealanders to compete in Esports in the Commonwealth Games.
1:18 Loading Docs 2022 - Power of Emotion
New Zealand's first Tongan swimming champion battles self doubt and setbacks as she fights for a medal at the Commonwealth Games.
1:30 Sachie's Kitchen
Culinary rising star Sachie Nomura hosts this new cooking series celebrating Japanese cuisine and inspiring viewers at home with simple to make, amazing dishes.
2:00 Ōpaki
Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori.
2:30 Tōku Reo
Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website.
3:00 Te Mana Kuratahi 2025
Relive the best of this year's Te Mana Kuratahi regional kapa haka competition held in Tauranga.
3:24 Kori Club
Kori Club is a captivating series for 0 8 year olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Māori.
3:31 Tūhura
Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind how Rangitoto was carried from the West Coast of Tāmaki to the Te Waitematā Harbour.
3:37 Takaro Tribe
Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0 6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live.
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