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New Zealands Favourite TV Guide
Friday Oct 16
TVNZ 1ch 1
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
NPC Rugby
Northland v Otago: Join US for coverage of the first semi final match between hosts Northland and Otago from Semenoff Stadium in Whangarei.
9:20
Chateau DIY
At the stunning Château De LA Fare, Janet and Phillip are nearing the end of the rebuild of their incredible two bedroom suite. Meanwhile, the Hutsons are trying to restore an ornate fountain.
10:15
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?
10:45
Celebrity Race Across the World
The teams travel through the breathtaking beauty of Costa Rica, a country that contains five per cent of the world’s biodiversity, before reaching Panama, the seventh country of the race.
11:55
800 Words. s3 e14
The Turner family are forced to revisit their tragic past when a stranger walks into town. Poppy’s outback justice upsets some of the Weld locals and the republican presidential race hots up.

12:45
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.
1:10
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.
TVNZ 2ch 2
5:30
The Big Bang Theory. s6 e1
The Date Night Variable: Howard discovers that he can't escape his mother even in space! Caught in an argument between Bernadette and his mom, Howard deals with woman trouble from the space station.
6:00
Celebrity Bridge of Lies
Ross Kemp presents this 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
Postie Bike: a learner rider says his postie bike is the secret to his sex appeal. One motorcyclist believes he’s above the law and the road rules don’t apply to him.
7:30
The Graham Norton Show
Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård, John Malkovich and Ayo Edebiri join Graham on his sofa. with music from Orville Peck.
8:35
Gogglebox
What do Britain's sharpest armchair critics think of our biggest and best TV programmes? Settle in for sharp, funny and heartfelt takes on the must watch TV this week.
9:40
Never Mind the Buzzcocks
Sophie Willan, Nadine Coyle, Tom Grennan and Chris McCausland join the regulars for the legendary pop culture panel show's revival, hosted by Greg Davies.
10:30
The Summer I Turned Pretty. s1 e3
Summer Nights: Belly's best friend, Taylor, arrives in Cousins to help her celebrate her 16th birthday, but Belly is blindsided by a secret Taylor's been keeping.

12:25
Family Guy. s21 e7
The Stewaway: During a game of hide and seek, Stewie takes refuge in Quagmire's suitcase, only to wind up in Paris; Peter and Lois take a getaway to Vermont.
1:10
Emmerdale
Long running soap following the ups and downs of village life amid the rolling scenery of the Yorkshire Dales.
1:35
Infomercials
2:35
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.
3:25
The Voice USA
The Knockouts Premiere: Sting and Jennifer Hudson serve as mega mentors to help prepare the artists for the knockouts; the coaches pair three artists to perform solo against each other, then select a winner to move on.
THREEch 3
5:30
Bondi Rescue. s15 e6
Tragedy strikes when a husband and wife are swept off the rocks the lifeguards desperately search for them in hopes that the rescue doesn't become a body recovery.
6:00
ThreeNews
Friday 16 October 2026: ThreeNews presents comprehensive coverage of global and local news.
7:00
Millionaire Hot Seat AU: Episode 116
With life changing cash on the line, everyday Aussies will have the opportunity to walk away with cash prizes up to $1,000,000.
7:25
The 1 Percent Club UK: Episode 8
Have you ever wondered how clever you are? This is your chance to find out as Lee Mack is back with the ultimate leveller of a quiz show.
8:25
The Floor US
Season 1 Ep 2: Hosted by Rob Lowe, "The Floor" is the ultimate trivia battle in which 81 contestants stand on 81 squares on a massive game show floor, competing for a whopping grand prize.
9:20
Bondi Rescue: Episode 1
Season 15 premiere: Australia's East Coast has been devastated by drought and fires. Fires continue to blaze, and smoke impacts the lifeguards' ability to protect beachgoers.
9:50
RLWC: Australia v Samoa
Replay: Women's Rugby League World Cup 2026: Australia v Samoa: Coverage from the Women's Rugby League World Cup match between Australia and Samoa at CommBank Stadium, Sydney.

12:00
Infomercials
Infomercials
6:00
Charles Stanley
In Touch Ministries: Charles Stanley 2026 27: Religious Programme.
WHAKAATA MAORIch 5
5:05
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. the best gardening stories of the season.

5:31
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.
6:06
Senior Kapa Haka Regionals 2026 - Repackage
Revisit the performance of rōpū from the 2026 Senior Kapa Haka Regional Competition.
6:32
Waka to Worlds
After months of early morning trainings, pushing their bodies to the limit, race day has finally arrived. But before the teams can look to the finals, they must get through the heats first.
7:02
Ngau Tuarā
NEW: An unscripted un filtered and unparalleled aged Māori humour. Youth is a gift of nature, getting old is a work of art. Ngau Tuarā features some of our most outspoken and prolific koeke, who take on not so age appropriate challenges and activities.
7:30
Mā Tō Rourou
Sonny is a young boxer from West Auckland’s Peach Boxing, chasing big dreams in the ring. He shares the values that drive him and the strong support from his whānau and community that’s helped him every step of the way.
7:45
Long Way North
Set in 19th century Russia, young aristocrat Sasha defies her family to journey into the Arctic. She hopes to locate her explorer grandfather’s lost ship and reclaim her family's honor, facing harsh polar elements and emotional trials along the way.
9:15
The Nice Guys
PREMIERE: Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe form an unlikely, bumbling partnership in 1970s Los Angeles to solve the case of a missing girl and a dead adult film star.
11:15
Rewind
REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. it also has old music videos updated with graphic factoids.
11:41
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.
SKY OPENch 8
5:30
The World's Funniest Weather. s1 e15
It's Been Nice Snowing You: a skier hits the slopes with his face. a monkey does his monkey business on a girl's back. a pole dance brings down the house.
6:00
Pointless Australia: Episode 32
Hosted by Mark Humphries and Andrew Rochford, contestants answer questions across a range of topics. However, unlike conventional game shows, the aim is to score as few points as possible.
6:30
Border Security: Episode 4
This documentary series is a fascinating insight into the daily workings of the thousands of Australian officers who dedicate their lives to protecting the border.
7:00
Border Security: Episode 5
This documentary series is a fascinating insight into the daily workings of the thousands of Australian officers who dedicate their lives to protecting the border.
7:30
Space Invaders. s4 e5
Kylie and Paul: When Kylie's mum passed away, the family home became buried in inherited possessions. Peter and the team must sort through 512 boxes and renovate seven rooms in just two days.
8:30
The Teacher: Body in the Lake: Episode 1
Season 2 premiere: Art teacher Dani's life is turned upside down when a student disappears during a school trip.
9:30
The Teacher: Body in the Lake. s2 e2
Tim is disgusted with Dani and wants her gone. DI Calgetti wants to search Dani's house. Bel asks a nervous Sienna to speak at the vigil.
10:30
S.W.A.T.. s1 e4
Radical: After a domestic terrorist dies in an explosion, the S.W.A.T. team must race to find his partner before more devices are detonated. Hondo reaches out to his former team leader, Buck.
11:30
Home, Land and Sea. s2 e2
Gravity Fishing: Nate Smith works to empower and support local fishing communities and bring a sustainable approach back to New Zealand's seafood industry.

12:00
Infomercials
Infomercials
8:00
My Favourite Dead Person. s2 e3
Wiremu Toetoe and Te Hemara Rerehau: from a free six month boat trip to Europe to starting our first Te Reo Maori newspaper, find out about the travel and adventures of Wiremu Toetoe and Te Hemara Rerehau.