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Friday Jul 17
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9:00 The Answer Run
Comedian Jason Manford hosts an exciting, fast paced quiz show, where three couples face a series of 50/50 questions which hurtle the Answer Run down towards them.
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 Help! We Bought a Village
Intrepid Brits restore empty and unloved settlements heading steadily for collapse, as they breathe new life into remote villages, hamlets, borgos and cortijos abroad.
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.
4:30 Deal or No Deal Australia
Join host Grant Denyer for a round of this high pressure and high stakes game show, where contestants face up to the Banker and must decide: is it deal or no deal?
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!

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 Seven Sharp
Join Hilary Barry, Jeremy Wells and the team for a fresh perspective on today's stories.
7:30 The Repair Shop
Nestled deep in the British countryside, the Repair Shop is a place where battered, broken but beloved artefacts are brought back to life.
8:30 Chateau DIY
The first bride and groom of the season are due at Belinda and Lee’s, however Lee has broken his foot. Tim and Krys begin major renovations to their swimming pool.
9:25 Tipping Point Lucky Stars
Ben Shephard hosts as actress Fay Ripley, comedian and writer David Baddiel, and actress and singer Kate Robbins put their wits to the test to win 20,000 pounds for charity.
10:25 Deal or No Deal Australia
Join host Grant Denyer for a round of this high pressure and high stakes game show, where contestants face up to the Banker and must decide: is it deal or no deal?
10:55 Big Adventures Into Thailand with Sue Perkins
Sue heads south to Phuket, the country's largest island. Making her diving debut in the tropical waters of the Andaman Sea, she learns how destructive humans can be to the fragile coral reefs.
11:50 800 Words. s3 e2
It’s D day for George and the two other prospective fathers, and there’s a major surprise at Woody and Tracey’s engagement party.

12:35 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.
1:00 TVNZ1 Quiz
2:00 Infomercials
5:30 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.
6:00 Infomercials
7:30 Fishing and Adventure
Tairua: It's a close to the coast adventure out from Tairua where the boys hunt down kingfish, crayfish and big snapper from the shallow reefs.
7:55 Rural Delivery
A search for novel methods to control Black Spot in apples; a third generation upholds traditions of a Southland High Country station; and Massey Young Farmers club provides skills and connections.
8:25 Hyundai Country Calendar
Pumpkin People: Inland from Wanganui, a resourceful couple grows pumpkins on their sheep and beef farm, selling the seeds for eating and processing them into flour and oil.
8:55 Well Traveller. s2 e3
Author and foodie entrepreneur Matilda Brown guides couple Lisa and Colin on a well deserved break focused on moving and eating well for longevity.
9:25 Tagata Pasifika
Tagata Pasifika is TVNZ's flagship Pacific news show, telling the stories of Pacific Islanders and its community. Made with the support of NZ on Air.
9:55 Find My Country House Canada
Mission 2: Couples looking to relocate from the city find their perfect country house in a regional, Canadian location.
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9:30 Les Mills Adult Classes
Grit 48 Cardio: 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 Good Chef, Bad Chef
Mike, Jacq, Tim and Jo create stunning dishes, balancing bold flavours and wholesome ingredients. Every meal is a delight what will you try first?
10:30 Farm to Fork
Masterchef Australia Judge Andy Allen, alongside Michael Weldon and Courtney Roulston take you on a food journey to find the freshest produce and create inspiring recipes in the kitchen.
11:00 The Drew Barrymore Show
Zayn: Driven by humour and optimism, Drew Barrymore presents human interest stories and has heartfelt conversations with special guests.

12:00 Home and Away
John scrambles for donations. Jo and Lacey demand the truth. David faces his trauma.
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 Good Chef, Bad Chef
Mike, Jacq, Tim and Jo create stunning dishes, balancing bold flavours and wholesome ingredients. Every meal is a delight what will you try first?
3:00 Travel Guides
Favourite Trips: our intrepid Travel Guides have dusted off the slide projector, ready to take a walk down memory lane and reflect on the amazing holidays enjoyed over the past seven years.
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!
5:00 The Simpsons. s21 e3
The Great Wife Hope: the men of Springfield become obsessed with mixed martial arts. Meanwhile, Marge and her friends decide to stage a protest.

5:30 The Big Bang Theory. s12 e1
The Conjugal Configuration: Sheldon and Amy’s honeymoon runs aground in New York, while Penny and Leonard discover they are uncomfortably similar to Amy’s parents. Guest starring Neil deGrasse Tyson.
6:00 Celebrity Bridge of Lies
Ross Kemp presents the quiz show where a team of four take on the Bridge of Lies. One by one they must cross the Bridge, stepping on the truths and avoiding the lies.
7:00 Highway Patrol
No Time for Roundabouts: One driver rides high on a roundabout. Another rides low and scrapes the road. Then there’s the guy who just wants to go camping fast.
7:30 The Wheel with Michael Mcintyre
Tonight's celebrity experts are Alison Hammond, James Martin, Dianne Buswell, Sir Steve Redgrave, Rachel Parris, Laurence Llewelyn Bowen and Bash the Entertainer.
8:45 Michael Mcintyre's Big Show
Alison Hammond, Ricky Wilson, Anne Marie and James Blunt: Alison Hammond is rudely awoken in the Midnight Gameshow, Ricky Wilson is the Unexpected Star of the Show, Anne Marie hands over her phone in Send to All, and James Blunt performs.
9:55 Never Mind the Buzzcocks
Panel game based on the world of rock and pop music. Tonight's guests includes Keith Chegwin, Neil Hannon, Emmy Kate Montrose, Tom Robinson, Deborah Evans Strickland, Kevin Patterson.
10:55 Hell's Kitchen
Chef Ramsay surprises the three finalists with a special visit with their families; the finalists are pampered with a day of hair, makeup and styling before they are faced with a major surprise.
11:55 Dead Ahead. s1 e5
In this flashback episode the whānau celebrate Nan’s 70th Birthday. Kiri must make one last sacrifice, but it is John Boy whose fate is decided.

12:50 The Beckham Feud: Truth & Lies
A revealing documentary examining the explosive rift inside Britain’s most famous family: the Beckhams.
1:45 Emmerdale
Long running soap following the ups and downs of village life amid the rolling scenery of the Yorkshire Dales.
2:10 Infomercials
3:10 The Hundred with Andy Lee
Host Andy Lee is joined in the studio by a panel of Australia's funniest comedians and a 100 regular Aussies via Zoom to explore the fun behind the facts that make US tick.
4:00 The Voice Australia
The Knockouts: It’s the second night of the Voice Knockouts. Tonight’s performances will determine who goes through to the Showdowns, where two artists from each team will earn their place in the Semi Finals. 
5:30 TVNZ2 Returns at 6am
6:00 Mecha Builders
Special Delivery: Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Abby Cadabby are robot heroes in training who use their STEM superpowers to solve wacky larger than life problems.
6:25 Tākaro Tribe
Takaro Tribe Discovers Rainbows: Come join the Tākaro Tribe! They sing and dance their way through their magical alphabet forest, meeting friends and whānau and learning as they go.
6:55 Maddie + Triggs
Checkmates: Maddie, an adventurous youngster who happens to be visually impaired, sets out with her best doggy friend Triggs to discover the music and adventure in the sounds of the world around them.
7:10 Robin Hood: Mischief in Sherwood
The Taster: Sherwood is in danger from the tyrannical Prince John! Teenage Robin and his merry band of outlaws fight back.
7:35 Sonic Boom
The Biggest Fan: 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.
7:55 Lego Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu
Secrets Discovered: When two evil brothers manipulate the past and future to control all of Ninjago, the ninjas must retrieve the lost time blades to stop them.
8:40 Beyblade X
Back Then: Four beybladers and their genius friend travel the world as team 'Bladebreakers' to win a championship, realising there's much more at stake on the go.
9:05 Transformers: Earthspark
Missed Connection: After the end of the Transformers' war, the Malto family moves to Witwicky, Pennsylvania, to start a new life but their lives soon get entangled with a group of Terran Transformers.
9:30 The Nanny. s2 e13
The Strike: Fran and Maxwell's disagreement over crossing a picket line becomes a very public affair..
10:00 Fresh
This week we are Keeping it Fresh at the Moana Showcase, Coco Shakim takes US into his World and NT Beats brings US the sounds of Thompson Park in Fresh Beats.
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10:35 Christina on the Coast
Season 4 Ep 12: Christina transforms Shawn and Michael's outdated coastal home into a modern day retreat. She remodels the kitchen so they can enjoy their ocean view.
11:30 Pit Bulls & Parolees
Puppys Journey Home, A: Tia tries to find the perfect dog for a couple living on a farm. But will any of the puppies get along with livestock? Plus, the team rescue a violent stray.

12:30 My Mortgage Free Home. s2 e10
Amanda Lamb leads the way on a mortgage free house hunt for couple who are tired of the seaside crowds in Penarth and long for a quieter life in a quaint Welsh village.
1:30 My Lottery Dream Home
Season 13 Ep 14: After winning $1000 dollars a day for life, David searches for a luxurious Manhattan apartment for a Texas native.
2:00 Million Dollar Listing: LA
Ending on a High: the Altmans' tension boils over as Heather rushes to finish the Orange County office for their grand opening. Flagg hosts a tour of his historic Pasadena estate.
3:00 Filthy Fortunes
Amping Up the Mess and Money: Matt takes on a rock star mess to find classic guitars, vintage trucks, and rare Harleys. However, the hoard's heavy metal puts the team at risk.
4:00 Caribbean Life. s17 e9
Starting Fresh on Roatan: An adventure seeking couple change up their daily routine and move to Roatan, Honduras.
4:30 Hawaii Life. s12 e3
Coming Home to Old Hawaii Charm: a woman is returning to Hawaii after 40 years on the mainland. She enlists her sister to help find the perfect home with old Hawaii charm.
5:00 House Hunters International
Expecting Big Spaces in the Small City of Alcala de Henares: a couple moving to the small Spanish city of Alcala de Henares discovers that a big dream comes with a bigger price tag.

5:30 House Hunters International
Moving to Melbourne for Love and Food: with a visa expiring, a new couple makes a quick decision to stay together and move to Melbourne, Australia.
6:00 ThreeNews
Friday 17 July 2026: ThreeNews presents comprehensive coverage of global and local news.
7:00 Millionaire Hot Seat AU: Episode 60
With life changing cash on the line, everyday Aussies will have the opportunity to walk away with cash prizes up to $1,000,000.
7:30 All New the 1 Percent Club UK: Episode 12
Find out how clever you are as Lee Mack presents the quiz where it doesn't matter how good you are at quizzes and where 100 contestants could win up to 100,000 pounds.
8:30 Game of 2 Halves: Episode 12
Game of 2 Halves pairs stars of the sporting stadiums with crack up Kiwi comedians in a battle of banter and a test of trivia.
9:30 Thank God You're Here
Season 5 Ep 5: Michelle Brasier, Marty Sheargold, Ray O'Leary and Julia Morris step through the blue door on another episode of 'Thank God You're Here.'.
10:30 The Real Murders of Atlanta
In Cold Blood: After a young mother is murdered before her toddler's eyes, detectives uncover footage of the killer and a witness identifies a suspect close to the victim.
11:30 9-1-1: Lone Star
Season 4 Ep 17: Owen is conflicted when his brother Robert asks him for help, Carlos faces the prospect of joining the Texas Rangers.

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9:30 Kids Baking Championship
Kids Baking Championship: Frosting the Snowman: Kardea Brown and Duff Goldman challenge four talented bakers to create handmade treats for the North Pole residents. the baker with the most impressive gift will win a $10,000 prize bundle!
10:30 The Zoo: San Diego
New Day for An Old Tortoise: Tortoise Jaws isn't well, so the staff works to bring him out of his shell. Two giraffe calves need to be hand reared and a koala is ready for a mate.
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9:40 Sidewalk Karaoke
Te Hāmua Nikora hits the streets in search of karaoke talent.
10:10 Toi Te Ora - Our Way of Life
Join Tiare Tawera and Pohoira Iopata for Māori stories, life hacks, recipes, health tips, DIY ideas and more. Highlighting Raglan business Xtreme Xero Waste.
10:40 Get the Name Right
Joe Daymond and Kara Rickard travel around New Zealand, uncovering the origins of our place names. Delving deep into our history uncovering the good, the bad and the ugly.
11:06 Waiata Anthems
When Chad "˜The Boogieman' Chambers' hometown, Tokomaru Bay, is devastated by Cyclone Gabrielle, the reggae artist hits the studio to record a poignant new waiata.
11:09 Te Kuru Marutea
Featuring Te Kuru Marutea, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. Experience the passion, precision, and power of New Zealand's finest teams as they bring te reo, identity, and tradition to the stage. This is haka at its finest!
11:39 Whiua Te Paatai
Fluent reo Māori speakers are in the hot seat to answer the tough questions.

12:09 Uka
In the season opener of Uka 2, Toko J.A.B take on Wairere Touch Club and Kahotea Marae plays Poohara Marae.
12:39 Putauaki - He Maunga Kōrero
This series focuses on the history, commemoration and people of a significant pa of Ngati Awa which has been lost since the severe Ngati Awa lands confiscation Te Kupenga a Taramainuku in Te Teko.
1:09 Pukuhohe
A Te Reo Game Show for Māori Language Week.
1:39 Waka Huia
Waka Huia is an iconic archival series recording the unique stories and histories of Maori for all New Zealanders.
2:10 Tautohetohe
Māori wordplay and wit in action as two teams go head to head on a given topic.
3:10 Hakapedia
Haka fans compete against haka experts using their knowledge on everything kapa haka.
3:37 Te Nūtube
Two clever cousins, Atareta and Te Haakura, share their world with their followers.
3:47 Cocomelon
Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe tapping music.
3:51 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.
4:05 Kiri & Lou
Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre historic New Zealand NZ.
4:10 Bigsies and Littles
An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides.
4:18 Island of Mystery
Tired of this weird game, Josh decides it's time to go home but is soon running for his life from creatures emerging from a strange bone lined fort.
4:26 Tūhura
Niua and Hura travel to Whangārei to uncover the story behind the sacred maunga Parihaka.
4:31 Te Ohu O Pūkana
Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi
4:37 Tamaiti Tu Winter
Under the watchful gaze of the mountain ranges, young Māori boys navigate their way through winter mahi. Mama Manu shows the boys how to barrel race.
4:46 Tamariki Haka
Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills.
4:55 Haka Life Wharekura
Follow reigning champions, Te Wharekura o Hoani Waititi Marae, as they compete against other kura tuarua at Ngā Kapa Haka Kura Tuarua o New Zealand 2024 in Whakatū.
5:10 Toi Te Ora - Our Way of Life
Join Tiare Tawera and Pohoira Iopata for Māori stories, life hacks, recipes, health tips, DIY ideas and more. Building a pallet bar, advice on raising your tamariki and gardening tips.

5:38 Mauri Reo Mauri Ora
Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences.
6:13 Te Hokowhitu a Tū
Featuring Te Hokowhitu a Tū, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. Experience the passion, precision, and power of New Zealand's finest teams as they bring te reo, identity, and tradition to the stage. This is haka at its finest!
6:40 Hakapedia
Haka fans compete against haka experts using their knowledge on everything kapa haka.
7:09 Ngau Tuarā
Tipene, Wasi & Thomas go horseback riding. Deep in the heart of Tūhoe country, Ruatoki serves up rotten corn and mini golf takes a turn.
7:40 Matariki Matarau
NEW: This mini docu series highlights ‘many faces’ and cultures gathered under Matariki, told through the lens of 7 Tangata Tiriti with migrant/ethnic whakapapa. Each episode will show US how they came to be in New Zealand, where they learned Te Reo and why, shared cultural values, challenges faced as migrants and similarities between Matariki and their own cultures.
7:49 Paper Planes
A boy discovers a talent for making paper planes and competes in the world championships.
9:23 The Changeover
Troubled teenager Laura Chant must journey inside herself to become a witch and save her little brother Jacko from an ancient spirit.
11:00 Rewind
REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. it also has old music videos updated with graphic factoids.
11:26 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 Cocomelon
Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe tapping music.
6:45 Binnabånnas - Te Reo
Binnabånnas and their friend Ujjujju are two taking Sami culture puppets, who explore what it means to be a three year old.
6:53 Kiri & Lou
Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre historic New Zealand NZ.
6:59 Bigsies and Littles
An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides.
7:07 Island of Mystery
After escaping the slimy, scale covered ponaturi, Josh, Kazumi, Rangi, Kura, and Toro decide to search the creatures' village for the godstick.
7:15 Te Nūtube
Two clever cousins, Atareta and Te Haakura, share their world with their followers.
7:26 Darwin and Newts
An animated series for youngsters who love to figure out how things work.
7:38 Te Pāmu Kūmara
It's the school holidays. While Pāora Patero and Grace are still plotting, Nan has a fun surprise for the tamariki.
7:49 Fly My Pepeha
Tamariki series offering an immersive journey into the heart of the rich landscapes of New Zealand and Māori history. Using drone technology, viewers will explore diverse landscapes and traditions.
8:00 Pūkana 2025
Te Reo Māori entertainment programme for Kura and Kura Kaupapa tamariki / taiohi.
8:28 Tūhura
Niua and Hura travel to Te Rotorua nui a Kahumatamomoe to uncover the landmarks connected to the ancient love story of Hinemoa and Tutānekai.
8:33 Mahi Tika Ana!
Maramataka Māori has heavily influenced te Māori since the beginning of time. Follow Hinewai and Hine Te Kura as they learn from Heeni Hoterene about living according to the maramataka Māori.
8:43 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.
8:48 Mahi Tika Ana!
More trees mean more oxygen! Makoha Nightingale Pene has challenged Hinewai and Hine Te Kura to plant 60 native trees. Will they rise to the challenge? Watch to find out!
9:00 Tōku Whare Kōhanga Reo
Communities give some much needed love to tired and run down kōhanga across New Zealand.
9:30 Paper Planes
A boy discovers a talent for making paper planes and competes in the world championships.
11:05 Bamay
A showcase of Australia’s most diverse and stunning landscapes, shot from the air and inspired by the word Bamay, which means land in the Bundjalung language from northern New South Wales.
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