ABC TV TV Guide and Broadcast Listings

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12:00 AM

Austin

Austin thinks he's on a date. Greta thinks it's a meeting. Julian goes rogue at the publisher's office, and Ingrid quietly edges toward a Big Bear deal without him.

1h
12:30 AM

Austin

Austin fakes pop culture tastes to sell books. Ingrid starts her job as creative director of the new show and is confronted by the star, Rodger Corser wanting to change things. Julian bonds with Rodger and ruins everything.

1h
1:00 AM

ABC News At Noon

The leading news at lunchtime. Ros Childs brings you the day's top stories and the latest news as it unfolds, with reporters in the community across Australia and around the world reporting on the issues that matter to you.

1h
2:00 AM

Recipe of the Year

Adam Liaw and Pia Miranda host this heartfelt cooking competition. Under the watchful eye of the iconic Country Women's Association, home cooks from across Australia compete with the recipes that tell their stories.

1h
2:45 AM

Dustfall

Detective Antigone 'Tig' Pollard is called in to investigate a harrowing case when a teenage girl is discovered naked in a cane field.

1h
3:40 AM

You Can't Ask That

Misunderstood, marginalised Australians answering anonymous, online questions. Insightful, irreverent and moving, this episode sets the record straight of what it's really like to be a wheelchair user.

1h
4:00 AM

Murdoch Mysteries

When a reporter investigating conditions at a workhouse is murdered, Murdoch goes undercover to investigate.

1h
4:45 AM

Grand Designs Australia

Returning to sixth generational family land, Sam along with wife Selina, build an off-grid forever home for their three sons from beloved Canberra Red bricks.

1h
5:40 AM

Long Lost Family

We meet Christine Gillard who for almost 50 years has lived with the pain of having given up her firstborn daughter, not once but twice. And Robert Lindsay, searching for the Croatian dad he has never met.

1h
6:30 AM

Antiques Roadshow

The Roadshow returns to the historical Cromford Mills in Derbyshire, founded by the father of the Industrial Revolution, Sir Richard Arkwright. Mark Hill meets a pilot who has constructed her own planes.

1h
7:25 AM

Hard Quiz

Australia's smartest alecs brave Tom Gleeson's wit to be crowned Hard Quiz champion. Zara's in the tank for Timberlake, Suzanne's red-hot for Radiohead, Alex is barracking for Obama, and Paul's crazy for classic Holdens.

1h
8:00 AM

ABC News

News from where we live. ABC News NSW brings you the day's top stories, exclusive investigations and original reporting on issues that matter most. Presented by Lydia Feng, sport with Niav Owens and weather with Tom Saunders.

1h
8:30 AM

Gardening Australia

Costa and the crew return in a refreshed season full of inspiring stories, practical ideas and beautiful gardens. Your weekly fix of gardening goodness starts here.

1h
9:20 AM

Death Valley

John and Janie unravel a mystery involving a murder at a school reunion, a cold case, and a shocking discovery from Janie's past. John risks their friendship with unexpected news. (Final)

1h
10:05 AM

Recipe of the Year

Adam Liaw and Pia Miranda host this heartfelt cooking competition. Under the watchful eye of the iconic Country Women's Association, home cooks from across Australia compete with the recipes that tell their stories.

1h
10:55 AM

Class Clowns

Geography and gymnastics are on the timetable today. Our comedians must name a series of iconic Aussie landmarks before putting on an artistic floor routine in front of Olympic gymnast Isabella Wang.

1h
11:30 AM

Crime Night!

Julia Zemiro is joined by criminologists Professor Danielle Reynald and Dr David Bartlett, plus comedians Rhys Nicholson and Claire Hooper to explore romance scams, with guest Casey Donovan sharing her own remarkable story.

1h
12:00 PM

ABC Late News

End your day with the latest on the day's top stories. ABC News has reporters across Australia and around the globe to uncover what's happening and why it matters. Presented by Craig Smart in Perth.

1h
12:15 PM

Murdoch Mysteries

When a reporter investigating conditions at a workhouse is murdered, Murdoch goes undercover to investigate.

1h
1:05 PM

rage New Music

Your weekend begins with an all-night music video marathon. rage brings you New Releases showcasing the latest in buzzed-about and boundary-pushing music videos.

1h
6:00 PM

rage Charts

Keep the party vibe going as the sun comes up with continuous music videos, from new releases to classics and the songs we've long forgotten.

1h
7:00 PM

rage Charts

Your weekend starts here as rage counts down the hottest music videos of the week, with the latest chart toppers and brand new hit predictions.

1h
8:00 PM

Weekend Breakfast

All the news you need to start your weekend. Johanna Nicholson and Melissa Mackay bring you the latest news, interviews, politics, culture, weather and global affairs. Plus sport with Daniela Intili.

1h
10:00 PM

rage Charts

Keep the party vibe going every Saturday morning with wall-to-wall music videos, from classic hits and long-forgotten tracks from the rage vault, to the latest new releases and special features.

1h
11:30 PM

Rage: Guest Programmer

Australia's longest running music TV show, rage is home to the biggest vault of music videos from a diverse range of artists, genres and eras. Guest Programmers curate a playlist of their all-time favourite clips.

1h
1:00 AM

ABC News At Noon

Jade Macmillan presents the latest from ABC News on the weekend bringing you today's top stories and coverage of events as they unfold. Plus original reporting, analysis and updated news, sport, weather and information.

1h
1:30 AM

Beyond Paradise

When Kelby's old friend Emily becomes the target of threatening texts the team must act fast to uncover who's hiding behind the screen. With Humphrey busy at home Kelby steps up to help Esther with the investigation.

1h
2:30 AM

Death Valley

John and Janie unravel a mystery involving a murder at a school reunion, a cold case, and a shocking discovery from Janie's past. John risks their friendship with unexpected news. (Final)

1h
3:15 AM

You Can't Ask That

This episode sets the record straight about what it's really like to be judged as fat. Find out the answers to the questions Australians wanted to ask but were too embarrassed or afraid to ever ask in person.

1h
3:35 AM

Grand Designs: House Of The Year

From storm-lashed islands to cliff-carved retreats and collapsing hillsides, Kevin McCloud reveals homes built against the odds in the new series of House of the Year.

1h
4:25 AM

Boyer Lecture 2026: Sam Roggeveen

Program Director of the Lowy Institute's International Security Program, Sam Roggeveen delivers the 2026 Boyer Lecture exploring the opportunities and challenges of Australia's engagement with Asia in the 21st Century.

1h
5:05 AM

Martin Clunes' Islands of the Atlantic

In the first episode, Martin Clunes explores tropical Sao Tome and Principe, known as the African Galapagos, and encounters some fearsome predators and powerful women on the remote Bijagos Islands.

1h
5:55 AM

Australian Story

In 2024, acclaimed singer Katie Noonan's life fell apart when she split with her husband. Her new album reflects the grief of separation but is tempered with lyrics about falling in love, gifted to her by writer Trent Dalton.

1h
6:25 AM

Landline

A tasty sampler of stories from the land - covering food, agriculture, crops, climate, business and innovation - as we meet the fascinating people who make our rural and regional communities unique. Presented by Pip Courtney.

1h
7:00 AM

Kath & Kim

Kim makes Kath feel self conscious about her age so she invests in the new homeboy fashion range. Kath is upset when Kel stands her up several times. Kim maintains her treat-'em-mean-keep-'em-keen campaign with Brett.

1h
7:25 AM

Hard Quiz

Liv thinks Thunderbirds are go, Matt's cheering for the Sydney Swans, Brad reckons Rubik's Cubes are ripper, and Mark's nuts for nuclear physics. Tom thinks they're all a bit sad. Watch #HardQuiz and judge for yourselves.

1h
8:00 AM

ABC News

News from where we live. ABC News NSW brings you the day's top stories, exclusive investigations and original reporting on issues that matter to you. Presented by Lydia Feng, and sport with Niav Owens.

1h
8:30 AM

Beyond Paradise

A local chocolatier falls under suspicion when three customers are poisoned after sampling her confections. Humphrey must explore every avenue to determine whether she orchestrated the attack or was framed.

1h
9:30 AM

Lynley

Lynley and Havers are assigned to a missing person case of a young estate agent with ties to Lynley's former classmate Helen Cylde, but as the clock ticks station chief DCI Nies pressures them to arrest a suspect.

1h
11:00 AM

Darby and Joan

When Jack takes a detour to help an old mate recover some stolen guns, he and Joan learn there's more to the robbery than it first appeared. and Joan begins to suspect that there is more to Jack than he's letting on.

1h
11:45 AM

The Forsytes

As London reawakens for the new season, Soames dreams of fatherhood while Jolyon Jnr faces the daunting prospect of reconnecting with the Forsytes.

1h
12:35 PM

Rage: Guest Programmer

Australia's longest running music TV show, rage is home to the biggest vault of music videos from a diverse range of artists, genres and eras. Guest programmers curate an all-night playlist of their all-time favourite clips.

1h
6:00 PM

rage Charts

Keep the party vibe going as the sun comes up with continuous music videos, from new releases to classics and the songs we've long forgotten.

1h
7:00 PM

rage Charts

Keep the party vibe going with wall-to-wall music videos, from new releases to classics and the long-forgotten.

1h
8:00 PM

Weekend Breakfast

All the news you need to start your Sunday. Johanna Nicholson and Melissa Mackay bring you the latest news, interviews, politics, culture, weather and global affairs. Plus sport with Daniela Intili.

1h
10:00 PM

Insiders

For 25 years, Insiders remains the leading destination for political analysis and commentary. David Speers and the panel discuss the past sitting week in federal parliament and the issues on the political agenda this week.

1h
11:00 PM

Offsiders

Abbey Gelmi and the panel discuss the week in sport including the start of the Rugby League World Cup, the Second Cricket Test between South Africa and Australia, the Wallabies host the All Blacks, plus A-League Men and AFLW.

1h
11:30 PM

The World This Week

Girish Sawlani brings you a weekly roundup of international news from an Australian perspective as reported by ABC News correspondents covering the Indo Pacific, Europe, North America, the Middle East, India and Indonesia.

1h
12:00 AM

Compass

A descendant of First Nations WWI soldier William Allan Irwin sets out on an emotional journey to France, where he seeks to honour his ancestor and return his spirit home to Gomeroi country. A Compass Anzac Day special.

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ABC TV TV Guide: Finding Today's and Tonight's Programs

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  • Prime-Time Schedule: Features major network dramas, comedies, reality series, and news specials, usually starting in the early evening.
  • Late-Night Broadcasts: Features late-night talk shows, encore broadcasts of earlier programs, and late news coverage.

Specific broadcast times depend on your local broadcast affiliate and time zone. Reviewing daily program updates ensures you have the correct information for both weekday and weekend viewing.

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How Listings Are Organized

Listings are arranged chronologically from early morning to late night. Each entry highlights the program title, scheduled airtime, and brief episode descriptions when provided by the network.

Handling Live Events and Schedule Adjustments

Breaking news events, extended sports coverage, and live specials can periodically displace regularly scheduled programming. Checking daily listings helps confirm whether a show's start time has shifted or if a program is temporarily delayed.

ABC TV Programming Categories

The network offers diverse content categories to cater to varied viewer interests:

  • News & Information: Daily morning news, national evening news broadcasts, and investigative news magazines.
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  1. Identify Your Local Time Zone: Confirm whether published times reflect Eastern, Central, Mountain, or Pacific time zones.
  2. Select Your Viewing Date: Check specific daily schedules, as weekend programming often differs from the Monday-through-Friday line-up.
  3. Verify Local Affiliates: Local news broadcasts and regional syndication may alter schedule blocks outside of prime-time hours.
  4. Set Reminders for Live Events: Live broadcasts may follow precise start times without delay options.

Regional and Time-Zone Variations

Broadcast timing varies across different geographic regions. For example, programming broadcast in the Eastern time zone often airs simultaneously in the Central time zone, shifting local clock times by one hour. Additionally, local station affiliates may insert local news or regional sports coverage, altering standard network schedules. Always verify times against your local provider's channel guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ABC TV TV Guide?

The ABC TV TV Guide is a scheduling reference detailing broadcast times, show titles, and programming details for ABC TV daily broadcasts.

What is on ABC TV tonight?

Tonight's schedule typically features prime-time dramas, comedy series, news magazines, or special events. Specific listings depend on the current day's broadcast schedule and your local affiliate.

Why do ABC TV program times vary by region?

Program times vary because broadcasts are adjusted for local time zones, and local affiliate stations integrate regional news and custom programming into the national network feed.

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