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Friday Jan 16
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12:10 The Great Aussie Bake Off
It's Cheese Week and our remaining amateur bakers create cheesy Tear and Shares, Three Cheese Pies and Floating Cheesecakes.
1:10 Border Patrol
A mysterious vial of liquid puts Customs on high alert; Immigration officers play a confusing game of “he said, she said” with a traveller from Columbia.
1:35 TVNZ1 Quiz
2:00 Infomercials
5:30 Hyundai Country Calendar
Texas Gold: a Bay of Plenty hapu develops flourishing kiwifruit orchards and dairy farms, returning its people to land previously confiscated by the Crown.
6:00 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.
7:00 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.
8:00 The Travelling Auctioneers
Marshall, Stevenage: Research, restore and ready for sale! An intrepid team of antiques experts and master crafters help families turn unwanted items into winning lots.
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 hope of winning its £10,000 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 Deal or No Deal UK
Join host Stephen Mulhern for one of the most exciting and iconic gameshows of all time as one of his brave contestants takes on the infamous Banker for a life changing cash prize.
4:00 Find My Country House: New Zealand
Ashburton: Jess and Kim are upsizing in Ashburton to accommodate their 7 month old. from a 3 bedroom brick home to a modern 2 bedroom townhouse with high end finishes, which property will fit their lifestyle?
4:30 Deal or No Deal Australia
Join Grant Denyer in Deal or No Deal, the high pressure, high stakes game of risk versus reward where contestants must beat the Banker to win a huge cash prize of $100,000.
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 Find My Country House: New Zealand
Rotorua: Jay and Phil are hunting for a home to suit their three sporty kids, with space for motorsports and mountain biking. from a lake view property to a family friendly lakefront home.
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.
8:25 The Hotel Inspector Revisits
The Hotel Inspector: Alex revisits Hasmeeta and Bharat after they revamped their Thai spa and restaurant a year after her first visit. They have added a small bar and Alex shows them how to showcase for maximum profits.
9:20 Build Your Dream Home in the Country
Season Premiere: Mark helps an ex police officer and primary school teacher build their beautiful forever home in the Lancashire countryside.
10:20 Deal or No Deal Australia
Join Grant Denyer in Deal or No Deal, the high pressure, high stakes game of risk versus reward where contestants must beat the Banker to win a huge cash prize of $100,000.
10:50 Hard Quiz
This week, Quizmaster General Tom Gleeson sinks his teeth into the Twilight Saga, Midnight Oil, Danish Kings of England, and Australian railways. Which superfan will hoist the Big Brass Mug?
11:20 Would I Lie to You?
Rob Brydon and team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by guests Chizzy Akudolu, Simon Gregson, Michelle Visage and Henning Wehn. They all reveal extraordinary stories about themselves.
11:55 800 Words. s1 e1
Widower George Turner quits his job as a popular 800 word columnist for a top selling Sydney newspaper and buys a house on an impulse in a remote New Zealand seaside town.

12:45 Border Patrol
A New Zealand national loses her cool over a permit for her favourite ginseng, an itinerary raises red flags at Immigration and Customs officers find MDMA hidden inside art supplies from France.
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12:20 New Amsterdam. s3 e4
This is All I Need: Max journeys to Connecticut to bring Luna back to New York, but second guesses his instincts when he sees her with her grandparents.
1:05 Emmerdale
Long running soap following the ups and downs of village life amid the rolling scenery of the Yorkshire Dales.
1:30 Infomercials
2:30 Taken
Acgt: a CIA analyst's son is kidnapped. Meanwhile, the team gets help from an unlikely source S2 E13
4:45 TVNZ2 Returns at 5am
5:00 Infomercials
6:00 Les Mills Born to Move
Triple Bounce: 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 The Jungle Bunch to the Rescue!
Les Mini as a Foudlart: the jungle can be a dangerous place... but thankfully there are a group of heroes ready to defend those in trouble. Join the Jungle Bunch as they rush to the rescue of their animal friends!
7:25 Transformers: Earthspark
Bear Necessities: 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.
7:50 Lego Ninjago: Dragons Rising
The Calm Inside: Two teenagers from different worlds use their Ninja powers to defend dragons from villains who want to harvest the dragons' life forces.
8:10 Petronix Defenders
Mission: Paul E Rescue: When the world's wild animals are in danger, a team of young super heroes rush to their rescue, as they are able to transform their backpacks into small animals with incredible technology.
8:35 Edmond and Lucy
Goodbye Piney Pine Tree: Edmond the squirrel and Lucy the bear cub LIVE an adventurous life in their forest home, where nature is their best playmate. Based on the bestselling book collection.
9:00 Infomercials
9:30 Les Mills Adult Classes
Grit 50 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 Farmer Wants a Wife
The ladies meet friends of the farmers; one woman triggers alarm bells; a confrontation results in a dramatic walkout; farmer Tom introduces his final two ladies to his family.
11:30 Superstore. s3 e21
Aftermath: Amy and Jonah deal with the consequences of their recent interactions. Meanwhile, Glenn and Dina enlist Garrett's help to win the store a visit from Cloud 9's CEO.

12:00 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!
1:00 Come Dine with Me
Birmingham Day 5: the knives are out as a group of strangers compete for the title of ultimate dinner party host. the prize money adds spice to the proceedings as there's no end to what contestants will do to win!
1:30 Parks and Recreation. s3 e9
Fancy Party: Andy and April host a dinner party for all their friends, Ben asks Leslie for some career advice, and Ann tries her luck at a singles party.
2:00 Seinfeld
The Scofflaw: a friend lies to Jerry and George about having cancer. Elaine tries to get back at an ex boyfriend. Kramer helps track down a parking “scofflaw.” S6 E13
3:00 The Simpsons. s18 e15
Rome Old and Juli Eh: When Homer stops paying the nursing home, Grampa moves in with Selma.
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 Big Bang Theory
The Geology Elevation: Sheldon is overcome with jealousy when Bert wins a grant for his geology research. Also, Howard faces judgment from the gang over a Stephen Hawking action figure he created! S10 E9

6:00 The Simpsons. s26 e8
Covercraft: a mid life crisis has Homer taking up bass guitar and forming a cover band with other dads, but the band's success is threatened by the breakout potential of one of its members.
6:30 Travel Guides. s6 e3
Malaysia: our Guides are in Malaysia for a truly multicultural experience. from the sights and sounds of Kuala Lumpur to the wilds of Borneo there's something here for everyone.
7:30 The Graham Norton Show
Chris Pratt, Cynthia Erivo, Dawn French and Rob Beckett join Graham on his sofa. with music from singer songwriter Jack Savoretti.
8:35 The Big Fat Quiz Best Bits
From James Corden and Sean Lock to Rose Matafeo and Jonathan Ross, this special compilation episode looks back on 20 years of Big Fat Quizzing with Jimmy Carr and some dream team celebrity duos.
9:40 Rob and Romesh vs
Restaurants Second Course: Rob and Romesh's journey into the restaurant business continues to opening night.
10:40 Stranded on Honeymoon Island UK
Three more couples get hitched on Honeymoon Island and leap into their stranded life together. But while it’s paradise for some of the honeymooners, one couple fail to ignite.
11:55 Hell's Kitchen
The top eight chefs will begin the week with an international cuisine challenge; they will be assigned a cuisine to inspire a dish.

12:50 The Fortune Hotel
Stephen Mangan hosts as a massive twist changes everything and the guests get personal in a devious Room Service game and rapid on a river for a thrilling Day Trip challenge.
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6:00 Alaska: The Last Frontier. s4 e12
Thanksgiving on the Homestead: Homesteaders who work together, give thanks together. the Kilchers celebrate Thanksgiving with the friends who helped prepare the homestead for winter.
6:55 Alaskan Bush People
Wild Wild Wonderland: Set weeks before the fire threatens the Brown Homestead, Billy rallies the family toward the next stage of North Star Ranch including the discovery of gold mines on the land.
7:50 Bering Sea Gold. s6 e10
No Place Like Nome: the harbor is starting to freeze and the crews want one more day to score big gold.
8:50 Infomercials
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10:30 Cupcake Wars. s7 e8
Cupcakes on Parade: the contestants get the opportunity to serve cupcakes at a VIP party in Chicago for the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Parade.
11:25 Sister Wives
Thanks for Nothing: Christine and Kody struggle to keep things cordial. Kody regrets the family being separated at Thanksgiving. Paedon updates Christine on Robyn and the kids.

12:25 Home Town
Colour Psychology: Ben and Erin turn a neglected house into an uplifting oasis for women recovering from difficulties. What can they create with a modest budget of $100,000? S5 E2
1:25 Flip or Flop. s45 e1
Down to the Studs: Tarek and Christina get a lead on a for sale by owner property in Whittier, California that would scare most buyers away but they're not most buyers.
1:55 Keeping Up with the Kardashians
Photo Shoot Dispute: a fight over the family Christmas card escalates into a major feud between Kourtney, Kim, and Khloe. Meanwhile, Scott feels guilty for moving on to a new relationship.
2:55 Guy's Grocery Games
Perfect Strangers: Eight chefs who've never met before are partnered up to take on the market. First, they must make a classic duo dish with a limited budget of only $15.
3:55 Beachfront Bargain Hunt. s18 e6
Fetching a Home in Newport, Oregon: a young couple want to find a home in the coastal town of Newport. They have a budget of $350,000 to find a property with beach access.
4:25 Island Life. s17 e11
Close to Port on Johns Island: a young newlywed searches for a SC home on beautiful John's Island while her husband is away at sea.
4:55 House Hunters International. s165 e6
Cruising Destination to Barcelona: An engaged couple gives up their cruise line jobs to find their first place together in Barcelona, Spain.

5:30 House Hunters International. s166 e6
The Hague with You: a family is at odds about making another international move for a job opportunity in the Hague, Netherlands.
6:00 ThreeNews
ThreeNews presents comprehensive coverage of global and local news.
7:00 Animal Embassy. s1 e2
Federica the turtle has arrived from Italy, and Loro Parque has kindly offered to be her permanent home. Meanwhile, Esmeralda the iguana has a lumpy belly that has to be checked out.
7:30 The Traitors UK: Episode 5
Following a sleepless night, the players arrive at breakfast eager to share their thoughts on the Traitors' gameplay. with a mission focused on protection from murder, true intentions are laid bare.
8:50 Vinnie Jones in the Country
Pay it Forward: Vinnie runs out of jobs on the farm and boredom kicks in. But a visit from the 'Crazy Gang' creator Dave Bassett inspires him to do more for others.
9:50 Alert: Missing Persons Unit
Bus 447: a call comes in reporting the disappearance of an entire city bus full of students on a field trip.
10:50 The Death Investigator with Barbara Butcher
Blood on the Eyes: When an unknown body surfaces in the icy East River, Barbara Butcher joins detectives in a race to reconstruct the victim's identity using the few fragile clues left behind.
11:50 Infomercials
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2:00 Infomercials
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10:56 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.
6:37 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.
6:52 Darwin and Newts
An animated series for youngsters who love to figure out how things work.
7:03 Island of Mystery
With danger averted, Josh plays along with Kura, Rangi and Toro and decides to help them look for the stolen godstick.
7:15 Te Nūtube
Two clever cousins, Atareta and Te Haakura, share their world with their followers.
7:24 Tamaiti Tu
A celebration of reo Māori life and play through the eyes of four boys from Ngāti Tūwharetoa. the boys are off to build a fort in the bush.
7:34 Tamariki Haka
Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills.
7:44 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.
7:57 Te Nūtube Haka
Welcome to the fifth season of Te Nūtube. a brand new show with a twist a kapa haka called Te Nūtube Haka. Join Atareta, Te Haakura and their whānau as they set the plan for Te Nūtube Haka.
8:28 2026 Waka Ama National Sprint Championships
Whakaata Māori presents LIVE coverage of the 2026 Waka Ama National Sprint Championships.

4:43 The Outlook for Someday
A symbolic film about social diversity and inclusion.
4:47 Loading Docs 2021 - Tumanako Hope
Powerful people. Powerful stories. Eight insightful short documentaries from strong New Zealand voices.
5:00 ASB Polyfest 2025
Featuring Te Kapa Haka o Te Puna o Wairaka Mt Albert Grammar, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 2025, as the festival marks 50 years of rangatahi excellence.

5:31 Te Mana Kuratahi 2025
Relive the best of this year's Te Mana Kuratahi regional kapa haka competition held in Tauranga.
6:00 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!
6:30 Hakapedia
Tangaroa make his return to take on Kairangi and haka expert Tom.
7:00 Nomad
Kahu casts his net for whitebait, fishes for tuna with an old family friend, and joins Hui Ā Iwi in Kaikōura, celebrating Ngāi Tahu identity and connection.
7:30 Spark: A Space Tail
A teenage monkey and his friends go on a mission to save the universe from a tyrannical villain.
9:00 Amelie
A whimsical romantic comedy about a young woman who decides to change the lives of those around her for the better while struggling with her own isolation.
11:02 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.
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12:00 Infomercials
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8:00 The Drawing Show
Puppycoptersaur: Left to his own devices, Mark freestyles a drawing using ALL the suggestions from the audience.
8:05 The Drawing Show
Shirt: is it a T shirt? is it a business shirt? is it a party shirt? It's up to you, you're the artist!
8:10 Moe & Friends
Butterfly: When Carrie the Caterpillar becomes a beautiful butterfly, Moe is jealous that he doesn't have wings.
8:25 Kiri and Lou
Hoobie Hoobie Hoobie: Lou helps Sorry with her anxiety.
8:30 Kiri and Lou
Where's Kiri?: Kiri decides to make Lou miss her, but it doesn't go well.
8:35 Kea Kids News: Episode 26
Today on Kea Kids News: Kids prepare for pilgrimage! a special Matariki wish! Bastille Day! and our Deputy Prime Minister's malu!
9:00 The 100k Drop: Episode 58
Contestants are given a stack of cash at the start of the game, and they must answer questions correctly to hold on to it. with each incorrect answer, money is lost through a trapdoor.
10:00 Infomercials
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12:00 ASB Classic Men's Tennis: D4 Highlights
Tennis: ASB Classic Men's International Highlights Day 4: Highlights from Day 4 of the 2026 ASB Classic Men's International at the ASB Manuka Doctor Arena, Auckland.
1:00 LIVE: ASB Classic Men's Tennis: SF1
LIVE: Tennis: ASB Classic Men's International: Sf1: LIVE coverage of the 2026 ASB Classic Men's International Tennis. Tune in for the 1st Semi final from the ASB Manuka Doctor Arena, Auckland.
3:00 World's Most Scenic Railway Journeys
Alaska: Season 2 finale: our journey begins in Anchorage, Alaska, where we board the Denali Star. the train then heads north into the vast wilderness of the USA's largest and most remote state.
4:00 Inside Cadbury: Chocolate Secrets...
Inside Cadbury: Chocolate Secrets Unwrapped: Unwrapped. Take a glimpse into the secretive world of Britain’s largest and most loved chocolate maker. at Cadbury’s Bournville plant, scientists tackle complex problems and experiment...
5:00 Man v. Food (Casey Webb). s3 e8
Palm Springs: Casey's culinary quest takes him to Palm Springs, California. There, he finds a three pound skyscraper of a sandwich loaded with deli meat.

5:30 Mike & Molly. s1 e9
Mike's New Boots: Molly gets jealous when Mike introduces her as his "friend" to a woman who's clearly flirting with him.
6:00 Mike & Molly. s1 e10
Molly Gets a Hat: Mike's overbearing mother buys Molly a new hat as a gesture of goodwill. as a result, Molly feels obliged to invite her to spend Thanksgiving with her family.
6:30 The 100k Drop: Episode 59
Contestants are given a stack of cash at the start of the game, and they must answer questions correctly to hold on to it. with each incorrect answer, money is lost through a trapdoor.
7:30 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
An inventor creates a machine that can turn water into food, but an accident causes havoc.
9:30 A-League Men: Mcy v AFC R13
Replay: a League: Men 2025/2026: Melbourne City v Auckland FC R13: Coverage of a League Men 2025/26 Round 13 as Melbourne City take on Auckland FC at AAMI Park, Australia.

12:00 Milf Manor
Milf I'm a Big Boy Now: a new duo moves in and shakes things up. Stefany's mixed signals cause the men she's juggling to fight. While several mums have their eye on one man.
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