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ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Index
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Index
Program Guide ... 3
Sunday, 23 May 2021 ... 3
Monday, 24 May 2021 ... 7
Tuesday, 25 May 2021 ... 10
Wednesday, 26 May 2021... 13
Thursday, 27 May 2021 ... 16
Friday, 28 May 2021 ... 19
Saturday, 29 May 2021 ... 21
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Sunday 23 May 2021
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Program Guide
Sunday, 23 May 2021
6:00am
rage
(CC,PG)
Keep the party vibe going with wall-to-wall music videos, from new releases to classics and the long-forgotten.
7:00am
Weekend Breakfast
(CC)Ease into your Sunday with an intelligent and engaging mix of news, updated
information, in-depth analysis, interviews, politics and weather. Presented by Johanna Nicholson and Fauziah Ibrahim plus sport with Jared Coote.
9:00am
Insiders
(CC)David Speers and the panel discuss the big political issues of the week as federal politicians return to Canberra for the first sitting fortnight after the Budget. The Senate will be conducting Budget Estimates hearings.
10:00am
Offsiders
(CC)Kelli Underwood presents the show that gets to the centre of the big sporting issues both on and off field. Join a panel of sportswriters, experts and pundits for a challenging, insightful and humorous discussion about sport.
10:30am
The World This Week
(CC,Repeat)Beverley O'Connor presents the week's best international stories from an Australian perspective, as seen by ABC News reporters posted in Europe, North America, the Middle East, North Asia, South Asia and the Pacific.
11:00am
Compass: Inconceivable
(CC,AD,Repeat)In the age of the global climate crisis many young Australians are struggling with the idea of having kids. Inconceivable explores these anxieties and how they are playing out in the lives of five Australians.
11:30am
Songs of Praise: Young Choir of the Year: Final
(CC,Repeat,G)Aled Jones hosts the final of the Young Choir of the Year competition from the Pontio Centre in Bangor. The junior and senior choir finalists sing their choice of inspirational song to impress the judges and lift the trophy.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Sunday 23 May 2021
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12:00pm
ABC News at Noon
(CC)Miriam Corowa presents the latest from ABC News, following today's top stories and coverage of events as they unfold. Plus original reporting, expert analysis and all the updated news, sport, weather and information you need.
12:30pm
Landline
(CC)In 2021 Landline turns 30, celebrating three decades telling the stories of farmers, businesses and communities from Australia's rural and regional heartland. Hosted by award-winning journalist Pip Courtney.
1:30pm
Gardening Australia
(CC,AD,Repeat)Inspiring, entertaining and full of practical advice, join Costa Georgiadis and the team as they unearth gardening ideas, meet avid gardeners and look at some of the most inspiring gardens from across the country.
2:30pm
Doc Martin
(CC,AD,Repeat,PG)Martin's GMC report requires he passes three refresher courses which will decide if he is deemed fit to practice, starting with phlebotomy. Meanwhile, Louisa focuses on her new career as a child and adolescent counsellor.
3:30pm
Restoration Australia: Gervasoni Homestead
(CC,Repeat,PG)Marnie and Dale dream of converting 'Gervasoni Homestead' into a family home. But with the buildings near collapse and a modest budget, has the romance of these buildings gone to their heads?
4:30pm
Back Roads: Kulin, WA
(CC,Repeat,G)280kms from Perth, Kulin is home to less than 400 people. From the 'Tin Horse Highway' - horse-shaped sculptures made out of 44 gallon drums to a giant waterslide, the quirky town is known for its generosity of spirit.
5:00pm
Anh's Brush With Fame: Jessica Mauboy
(CC,Repeat,PG,Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are advised that the following program may contain images and voices of people who have died)
Talented Darwin girl Jessica Mauboy joins Anh in his arts studio to talk about her journey to chart and television success, and the family that made it possible.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Sunday 23 May 2021
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5:30pm
Antiques Roadshow: Minehead Railway Station 2
(CC,G)Fiona and the team are at Minehead Railway Station where spirits are high. As the sun breaks through, the treasures begin to arrive including a chair said to have belonged to Henry VIII and a Butlins dance trophy.
6:30pm
Compass: One of a Kind
(CC,AD,Repeat,PG)Peter Macleod-Miller is the rector of St. Matthews Anglican Church in Albury. He has now built a church community that welcomes everyone. Compass explores what makes this eccentric and fiercely opinionated minister tick.
7:00pm
ABC News Sunday
(CC)7:40pm
*Brand New*
Spicks And Specks: Kyla Matsuura-Miller, Kate McCartney, Isaiah Firebrace &
Peter Helliar
(CC,PG)Can Kate McCartney and Kyla Matsuura-Miller work out the price of Kurt Cobain's guitar? What was Isaiah Firebrace doing in Rebel Wilson's bed? And did Pete Helliar remain cool when he saw Shooter McGavin in New York?
8:30pm
Wakefield
(CC,AD,M,Coarse Language, Sex Scenes)
Having applied for a new role at the ward and with the song triggering his unsettling memories finally out of his head, Nik is relieved. His desire for Kareena evolves into an invitation.
9:30pm
Smother
(CC,M,Adult Themes, Coarse Language)
Val looks to Mairead for support when Carl comes under fire as events from his past life in Denmark come to light, while Calum has a run-in with a group of local lads.
10:20pm
Unforgotten
(CC,Repeat,M,Coarse Language)
When human remains are found buried in the central reservation of the M1. Cassie and Sunny begin the task of identifying them.
11:10pm
Glitch
(CC,Repeat,M,Coarse Language, Sex Scenes, Violence)
After questioning Elisha, James & Kate head to Noregard to get answers while John discovers his true name & history. Phil is on a mission, no-one is going to stand in his way.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Sunday 23 May 2021
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12:05am
Dark Money
(CC,AD,Repeat,M,Adult Themes, Coarse Language, Drug Use)
The lies continue to eat away at the Mensah's marriage and Isaac's life is spiraling out of control. The casting of the film's sequel is announced and the story of Isaac's abuse finally hits the press.
1:05am
rage
(MA,Rage Warning - Adult Themes, Coarse Language, Drug Use, Horror, Nudity, Sex References, Violence)
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. We curate the best clips of all time to surprise and entertain you for hours.
3:10am
Miriam's Big American Adventure: American Values
(CC,Repeat,M,Coarse Language)Miriam travels to Indiana to visit a young people at summer camp, then to Ohio, where she learns how common death by drug overdose is in the community, and Tennessee, where some folks are preparing for the end of the world.
4:10am
Unforgotten
(CC,Repeat,M,Coarse Language)
When human remains are found buried in the central reservation of the M1. Cassie and Sunny begin the task of identifying them.
4:55am
Insiders
(CC,Repeat)David Speers and the panel discuss the big political issues of the week as federal politicians return to Canberra for the first sitting fortnight after the Budget. The Senate will be conducting Budget Estimates hearings.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Monday 24 May 2021
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Monday, 24 May 2021
6:00am
News Breakfast
(CC)9:00am
ABC News Mornings
(CC)10:00am
Landline
(CC,Repeat)11:00am
Hawke: The Larrikin And The Leader
(CC,Repeat,PG)12:00pm
ABC News At Noon
(CC)1:00pm
The Durrells
(CC,AD,Repeat,PG)2:00pm
Parliament Question Time
(CC)3:15pm
ABC News Afternoons
(CC)4:00pm
Think Tank
(CC,Repeat,G)5:00pm
Julia Zemiro's Home Delivery
(CC,Repeat,PG)5:25pm
Hard Quiz
(CC,Repeat,PG)6:00pm
The Drum
(CC)Ellen Fanning and Julia Baird host smart and respectful conversations about the issues impacting people's lives in the show that values expertise above opinions.
7:00pm
ABC News
(CC)7:30pm
7.30
(CC)
Australia's leading nightly public affairs program, bringing you more exclusive
investigations and real life stories of extraordinary Australians. Plus a unique perspective on the issues of the day. Presented by Leigh Sales.
8:00pm
Australian Story
(CC)Putting the 'real' back into reality TV, the award-winning series with no narrator and no agendas, just authentic stories told in people's own words. For 25 years we have been telling the stories of extraordinary Australians.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Monday 24 May 2021
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8:30pm
Four Corners
(CC)For six decades Four Corners has been exposing scandals, triggering inquiries, leading national debate and confronting the issues that matter to us all. In 2021 Australia's premier investigative journalism program turns 60.
9:15pm
Media Watch
(CC,PG)Paul Barry presents the show that casts a critical eye over the media industry, watching the watchers and commenting on all forms of media, spin and communications.
9:35pm
TBA
10:35pm
ABC Late News
(CC)End your day informed and up-to-date with the latest from Australia's most trusted news source. Michael Tetlow presents the day's top stories, updated details and original reporting. Plus business news with Kathryn Robinson.
11:05pm
Love On The Spectrum
(CC,AD,Repeat,PG)Warm-hearted and uplifting, the new season of Love on the Spectrum continues to tell the stories of people on the autism spectrum as they navigate the world of dating and relationships.
12:00am
At Home Alone Together
(CC,Repeat,MA,Coarse Language)Ray is told that Mary is well enough to leave the hospital. Bjorn gives the impression that a massage parlour was going to open in the empty shop. This sends Birgit into a dither and she starts a petition to have it stopped.
12:30am
At Home Alone Together
(CC,Repeat,M,Coarse Language, Sexual References)
A doctor meets Ryan and convinces him he has escaped Ray Martin's house with an invisibility ray. Ray Martin hears this and attempts to kidnap Ryan so he can have the invisibility ray for when he goes to the shops.
1:00am
rage
(MA,Rage Warning - Adult Themes, Coarse Language, Drug Use, Horror, Nudity, Sex References, Violence)
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. We curate the best clips of all time to surprise and entertain you for hours.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Monday 24 May 2021
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3:25am
Keeping Australia Safe
(CC,Repeat,M,Adult Themes, Coarse Language,This program contains content that may concern some viewers.)
In the Middle East, an RAAF Strike Fighter pilot flies into battle against ISIS; In Tasmania a mum visits Drug Court with her son; In Sydney Border Force's Counter Terrorism Unit allows cameras in for the first time.
4:25am
The Drum
(CC,Repeat)Ellen Fanning and Julia Baird host smart and respectful conversations about the issues impacting people's lives in the show that values expertise above opinions.
5:25am
7.30
(CC,Repeat)
Australia's leading nightly public affairs program, bringing you more exclusive
investigations and real life stories of extraordinary Australians. Plus a unique perspective on the issues of the day. Presented by Leigh Sales.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Tuesday 25 May 2021
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Tuesday, 25 May 2021
6:00am
News Breakfast
(CC)9:00am
ABC News Mornings
(CC)10:00am
Four Corners
(CC,Repeat)11:00am
Antiques Roadshow
(CC,Repeat,G)12:00pm
ABC News At Noon
(CC)1:00pm
Sanditon
(CC,AD,Repeat,PG)
2:00pm
Parliament Question Time
(CC)3:15pm
ABC News Afternoons
(CC)4:00pm
Think Tank
(CC,Repeat,G)4:55pm
Julia Zemiro's Home Delivery
(CC,Repeat,PG)5:25pm
Hard Quiz
(CC,Repeat,PG)6:00pm
The Drum
(CC)Ellen Fanning and Julia Baird host smart and respectful conversations about the issues impacting people's lives in the show that values expertise above opinions.
7:00pm
ABC News
(CC)7:30pm
7.30
(CC)
Australia's leading nightly public affairs program, bringing you more exclusive
investigations and real life stories of extraordinary Australians. Plus a unique perspective on the issues of the day. Presented by Leigh Sales.
8:00pm
Anh's Brush With Fame: Li Cunxin
(CC,PG)'Mao's Last Dancer' Li Cunxin shares his incredible journey from extreme poverty in communist China to principal dancer on the world ballet stage. Can Anh capture his poise and humility?
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Tuesday 25 May 2021
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*Brand New*
Love On The Spectrum
(CC,AD,PG)Having found a match at speed dating, Michael succeeds in setting up a dinner
rendezvous. With hopes of finding love, Ronan steps out on the very first date of his life.
Plus dinosaur loving Mark is back, continuing his search for love.
9:30pm
TBA
10:30pm
ABC Late News
(CC)End your day informed and up-to-date with the latest from Australia's most trusted news source. Michael Tetlow presents the day's top stories, updated details and original reporting. Plus business news with Kathryn Robinson.
11:00pm
Q+A
(CC,Repeat)
More big name guests, more must see moments. Join Hamish Macdonald and a panel of punters, pollies and pundits every Thursday night as they talk through the issues and set the agenda for the week ahead.
12:05am
TBA
1:05am
rage
(MA,Rage Warning - Adult Themes, Coarse Language, Drug Use, Horror, Nudity, Sex References, Violence)
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. We curate the best clips of all time to surprise and entertain you for hours.
3:25am
Keeping Australia Safe
(CC,Repeat,M,Adult themes, coarse language, content that may concern)
Australia's busiest remand centre goes into lockdown when inmates charged with terrorism offences are brought down from the cells. In Torres Strait, Border Force officers intercept a vessel approaching Australian waters.
4:25am
The Drum
(CC,Repeat)Ellen Fanning and Julia Baird host smart and respectful conversations about the issues impacting people's lives in the show that values expertise above opinions.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Tuesday 25 May 2021
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5:25am
7.30
(CC,Repeat)
Australia's leading nightly public affairs program, bringing you more exclusive
investigations and real life stories of extraordinary Australians. Plus a unique perspective on the issues of the day. Presented by Leigh Sales.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Wednesday 26 May 2021
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Wednesday, 26 May 2021
6:00am
News Breakfast
(CC)9:00am
ABC News Mornings
(CC)10:00am
Gardening Australia
(CC,Repeat,G)11:00am
Miriam's Big American Adventure
(CC,Repeat,PG)Final12:00pm
ABC News At Noon
(CC)12:30pm
National Press Club Address
(CC)1:35pm
Media Watch
(CC,Repeat,PG)2:00pm
Parliament Question Time
(CC)3:15pm
ABC News Afternoons
(CC)4:00pm
Think Tank
(CC,Repeat,G)5:00pm
Julia Zemiro's Home Delivery
(CC,Repeat,PG)5:25pm
Hard Quiz
(CC,Repeat,PG)6:00pm
The Drum
(CC)Ellen Fanning and Julia Baird host smart and respectful conversations about the issues impacting people's lives in the show that values expertise above opinions.
7:00pm
ABC News
(CC)7:30pm
7.30
(CC)
Australia's leading nightly public affairs program, bringing you more exclusive
investigations and real life stories of extraordinary Australians. Plus a unique perspective on the issues of the day. Presented by Leigh Sales.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Wednesday 26 May 2021
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8:00pm
Hard Quiz
(CC,PG)Tom Gleeson is an expert at drawing contestants out of their shells, and with topics as varied as the C-130 Hercules, Little Shop of Horrors, Simone Biles, and World of Warcraft, there's something for everyone.
8:30pm
*Brand New Season*
Shaun Micallef's MAD AS HELL
(CC)Shaun Micallef works aboard a riverboat with Francis transporting livestock to the Middle East. Along the way the two play 'Turkey in the Straw' with a goat.
9:00pm
*Stream all Episodes on iview*
You Can't Ask That: Families of Missing Persons
(CC,AD,M,Adult Themes, Coarse Language)There are over 2600 Australians listed as long-term missing persons, according to the National Missing Persons Coordination Network. Is it better for someone you love to be missing or dead? Their answers might surprise you.
9:30pm
QI: Rogue
(CC,PG)FinalBill Bailey, Jack Carroll and Olga Koch join regular panellist Alan Davies as Sandi Toksvig hosts the quiz with a difference, asking questions on the theme of rogue.
10:00pm
The Set: You Am I and Fanny Lumsden
(CC,Repeat)Join Linda Marigliano and Dylan Alcott at their house party! Tonight You Am I and Fanny Lumsden play their hits including Berlin Chair and Fierce, plus special one-off collabs in front of a live crowd.
10:35pm
ABC Late News
(CC)End your day informed and up-to-date with the latest from Australia's most trusted news source. Michael Tetlow presents the day's top stories, updated details and original reporting. Plus business news with Kathryn Robinson.
11:05pm
Four Corners
(CC,AD,Repeat)For six decades Four Corners has been exposing scandals, triggering inquiries, leading national debate and confronting the issues that matter to us all. In 2021 Australia's premier investigative journalism program turns 60.
11:50pm
Media Watch
(CC,Repeat,PG)Paul Barry presents the show that casts a critical eye over the media industry, watching the watchers and commenting on all forms of media, spin and communications.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Wednesday 26 May 2021
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12:10am
QI: Rogue
(CC,Repeat,PG)Bill Bailey, Jack Carroll and Olga Koch join regular panellist Alan Davies as Sandi Toksvig hosts the quiz with a difference, asking questions on the theme of rogue.
12:40am
At Home Alone Together: Extra Dose
(CC,Repeat,M,Adult Themes, Coarse Language, Sexual References)Final
An extra dose of the survival guide we all need: a lifestyle show for a time when nobody has a life. Ray Martin returns with Australia's best comedians to share advice on living your best life in the COVID era.
1:20am
rage
(MA,Rage Warning - Adult Themes, Coarse Language, Drug Use, Horror, Nudity, Sex References, Violence)
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. We curate the best clips of all time to surprise and entertain you for hours.
3:25am
Keeping Australia Safe
(CC,Repeat,M,Adult Themes, Drug References)Final
Former Olympian Damian Keogh is caught with cocaine during a police operation; we visit inmates at Long Bay Jail; a case worker tries to find accommodation for elderly women who've been thrown out of home by their kids.
4:25am
The Drum
(CC,Repeat)Ellen Fanning and Julia Baird host smart and respectful conversations about the issues impacting people's lives in the show that values expertise above opinions.
5:25am
7.30
(CC,Repeat)
Australia's leading nightly public affairs program, bringing you more exclusive
investigations and real life stories of extraordinary Australians. Plus a unique perspective on the issues of the day. Presented by Leigh Sales.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Thursday 27 May 2021
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Thursday, 27 May 2021
6:00am
News Breakfast
(CC)9:00am
ABC News Mornings
(CC)10:00am
Australian Story
(CC,AD,Repeat)10:30am
Anh's Brush With Fame
(CC,Repeat,PG)11:00am
The Pool
(CC,Repeat,PG) 12:00pmABC News At Noon
(CC) 1:00pm
Hard Quiz
(CC,Repeat,PG)
1:30pm
Shaun Micallef's MAD AS HELL
(CC,Repeat)2:00pm
Parliament Question Time
(CC)3:15pm
ABC News Afternoons
(CC)4:00pm
Think Tank
(CC,Repeat,G)4:55pm
Julia Zemiro's Home Delivery
(CC,Repeat,PG)5:25pm
Hard Quiz
(CC,Repeat,PG)6:00pm
The Drum
(CC)Ellen Fanning and Julia Baird host smart and respectful conversations about the issues impacting people's lives in the show that values expertise above opinions.
6:55pm
Sammy J
(CC,PG)Biting, bite-sized comedy as Sammy J and his team of troublemakers tackle the news of the week.
7:00pm
ABC News
(CC)ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Thursday 27 May 2021
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7:30pm
7.30
(CC)
Australia's leading nightly public affairs program, bringing you more exclusive
investigations and real life stories of extraordinary Australians. Plus a unique perspective on the issues of the day. Presented by Leigh Sales.
8:00pm
Back Roads: Strahan, Tas
(CC,AD)FinalHeather Ewart travels to Strahan in Tasmania, a tiny coastal community in one of the oldest and most spectacular wilderness landscapes, a place of world heritage beauty and an open library of stories. (Season Final)
8:30pm
Q+A
(CC)
More big name guests, more must see moments. Join Hamish Macdonald and a panel of punters, pollies and pundits every Thursday night as they talk through the issues and set the agenda for the week ahead.
9:35pm
TBA
10:35pm
ABC Late News
(CC)End your day informed and up-to-date with the latest from Australia's most trusted news source. Michael Tetlow presents the day's top stories, updated details and original reporting. Plus business news with Alicia Barry.
11:10pm
Employable Me Australia
(CC,AD,Repeat,PG)FinalRyan looks for a tourism job with support from Krystyna who is also on the autism spectrum. Sinead, who has Down Syndrome, hopes to secure a job in aged-care. Short statured Tiana wants a job that capitalises on her smarts.
12:10am
TBA
1:10am
Hilltop Hoods Live
(CC,Repeat,M,Coarse Language,The following program contains strobing effects) Hilltop Hoods Live brings you incredible live music and behind the scenes footage as the hip hop pioneers perform at triple j's One Night Stand in Lucindale, South Australia.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Thursday 27 May 2021
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2:15am
rage
(MA,Rage Warning - Adult Themes, Coarse Language, Drug Use, Horror, Nudity, Sex References, Violence)
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. We curate the best clips of all time to surprise and entertain you for hours.
4:25am
The Drum
(CC,Repeat)Ellen Fanning and Julia Baird host smart and respectful conversations about the issues impacting people's lives in the show that values expertise above opinions.
5:20am
Sammy J
(CC,Repeat,PG)Biting, bite-sized comedy as Sammy J and his team of troublemakers tackle the news of the week.
5:25am
7.30
(CC,Repeat)
Australia's leading nightly public affairs program, bringing you more exclusive
investigations and real life stories of extraordinary Australians. Plus a unique perspective on the issues of the day. Presented by Leigh Sales.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Friday 28 May 2021
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Friday, 28 May 2021
6:00am
News Breakfast
(CC)9:00am
ABC News Mornings
(CC)10:00am
Q+A
(CC,Repeat)
11:05am
George Clarke's Amazing Spaces
(CC,Repeat,G)12:00pm
ABC News At Noon
(CC)1:00pm
Back Roads
(CC,AD,Repeat)Final 1:30pm
That Pacific Sports Show
(CC,Repeat) 2:00pm
Smother
(CC,Repeat,M,Adult Themes, Coarse Language) 3:00pm
ABC News Afternoons
(CC)
4:00pm
Think Tank
(CC,Repeat,PG)4:55pm
Julia Zemiro's Home Delivery
(CC,Repeat,PG)5:25pm
Hard Quiz
(CC,Repeat,PG)6:00pm
The Drum
(CC)Ellen Fanning and Julia Baird host smart and respectful conversations about the issues impacting people's lives in the show that values expertise above opinions.
7:00pm
ABC News
(CC)7:30pm
Gardening Australia
(CC,AD)Inspiring, entertaining and full of practical advice, join Costa Georgiadis and the team as they unearth gardening ideas, meet avid gardeners and look at some of the most inspiring gardens from across the country.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Friday 28 May 2021
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8:30pm
Vera: Cuckoo
(CC,AD,Repeat,M,Drug References, Violence)
DCI Vera Stanhope investigates the case of an anonymous teenage boy found dead in a boatyard, and uncovers a serious dysfunction in the heart of a picturesque seaside community.
10:00pm
Doc Martin
(CC,AD,Repeat,PG)Ruth is concerned about becoming increasingly forgetful, and is even more perturbed when Martin offers to perform a mini mental state examination. It confirms she is showing early signs of dementia.
10:50pm
ABC Late News
(CC)End your day informed and up-to-date with the latest from Australia's most trusted news source. Michael Tetlow presents today's top stories, updated details and original
reporting from coast to coast and around the globe.
11:05pm
The Vaccine
(CC,Repeat)Jeremy Fernandez is joined by Dr Norman Swan, Casey Briggs, Sophie Scott, medical experts and health authorities to bring you everything you need to know about the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine and to answer your questions.
11:20pm
Shaun Micallef's MAD AS HELL
(CC,Repeat)Shaun Micallef works aboard a riverboat with Francis transporting livestock to the Middle East. Along the way the two play 'Turkey in the Straw' with a goat.
11:50pm
You Can't Ask That: Families of Missing Persons
(CC,AD,Repeat,M,Adult Themes, Coarse Language)There are over 2600 Australians listed as long-term missing persons, according to the National Missing Persons Coordination Network. Is it better for someone you love to be missing or dead? Their answers might surprise you.
12:20am
rage
(MA,Rage Warning - Adult Themes, Coarse Language, Drug Use, Horror, Nudity, Sex References, Violence)
Your weekend begins with an all-night music video marathon. Rage brings you new music, emerging and independent Australian artists, plus classic hits, party favourites and songs you've never heard but will fall in love with.
5:00am
rage
(CC,PG)
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.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Saturday 29 May 2021
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Saturday, 29 May 2021
6:00am
rage
(CC,PG)
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.
7:00am
Weekend Breakfast
(CC)Start your weekend informed and fully up-to-date as Johanna Nicholson and Fauziah Ibrahim bring you the latest news, in-depth analysis, politics, interviews, weather, culture and global affairs. Plus sport with Jared Coote.
10:00am
rage
(CC,PG)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.
11:00am
rage Guest Programmer
(CC,PG)For over 30 years rage has been showcasing a diverse range of music videos from Aussie and international artists. Features special guests who program their favourites and themed specials. #WatchingRage
12:00pm
ABC News At Noon
(CC)Miriam Corowa presents the latest from ABC News, following today's top stories and coverage of events as they unfold. Plus original reporting, expert analysis and all the updated news, sport, weather and information you need.
12:30pm
George Clarke's Amazing Spaces
(CC,Repeat,G)In the final episode of the series, George meets a cheese salesman transforming a horse trailer into a cheese stall, & a man hoping to set a world record for the smallest
campervan. Finally, George's garden build is revealed.
1:20pm
David Stratton's Stories Of Australian Cinema: Family
(CC,AD,Repeat,M,Adult Themes, Coarse Language, Drug Use, Nudity, Sexual References, Sex Scenes, Violence)
Part 3 is about families: The Castle's nuclear family; family of faith in The Devil's Playground; Romper Stomper's neo-Nazis; immigrants in Head On and crime families from Ned Kelly to Animal Kingdom.
ABC TV Program Guide: Week 22 Saturday 29 May 2021
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2:20pm
Love On The Spectrum
(CC,AD,Repeat,PG)Having found a match at speed dating, Michael succeeds in setting up a dinner
rendezvous. With hopes of finding love, Ronan steps out on the very first date of his life.
Plus dinosaur loving Mark is back, continuing his search for love.
3:30pm
Anh's Brush With Fame: Tina Arena
(CC,Repeat,PG)Anh's guest this week is household name and acclaimed performer Tina Arena, who shares her journey from child star to international success and the challenges and sacrifices that have shaped her.
4:00pm
Ask The Doctor: Stress Relief
(CC,Repeat,G)FinalSandro submits to a humiliating stress test, Caroline discovers how school students can manage their moods, and Shalin explores the science of 'comfort food'.
4:30pm
Landline
(CC)For 30 years Landline has been telling stories from the paddock to plate, covering crops, climate, controversies and the characters of rural Australia. Connecting the city to the country since 1991. Presented by Pip Courtney.
5:00pm
Football: A-League: Melbourne City v Newcastle Jets
(CC)The A-League finals are fast approaching and Melbourne City heading towards a top four finish. Despite missing out on the finals, can the Newcastle Jets score an upset win on the road in Melbourne?
7:00pm
ABC News
(CC)7:30pm
The Durrells
(CC,AD,PG)The Durrells plan to throw Louisa a surprise birthday party. Gerry is forced to smarten up for his first tutorial with Mr Kralefsky. Larry is seemingly determined to live the bachelor life.
8:20pm
Sanditon
(CC,AD,M,Adult Themes)
Charlotte sets out to avoid Sidney, until a serious accident forces them together. When Tom brings a new doctor to the town, he and Lady Denham clash, while Clara makes a bold move in her bid to outplay Sir Edward and Esther.
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9:20pm
Wakefield
(CC,AD,Repeat,M,Coarse Language, Sex Scenes)
Having applied for a new role at the ward and with the song triggering his unsettling memories finally out of his head, Nik is relieved. His desire for Kareena evolves into an invitation.
10:20pm
MotherFatherSon
(CC,AD,Repeat,MA,Coarse Language, Drug Use, Nudity, Sex Scenes)
US-born Max is at the heart of British politics and owner of a media empire. His ex-wife Kathryn has been frozen out of the family. When their son Caden suffers a catastrophic breakdown, they're pulled back together.
11:20pm
Dark Money
(CC,AD,Repeat,M,Adult Themes, Coarse Language, Violence)
The studio threatens to sue Manny and Sam if they refuse to rebut the press stories. As Isaac recovers in hospital, Sam and Manny both decide to take justice into their own hands. (Final)
12:20am
rage Guest Programmer
(MA,Rage Warning - Adult Themes, Coarse Language, Drug Use, Horror, Nudity, Sex References, Violence)
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.
5:00am
rage
(CC,PG)
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.
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Other States:
Northern Territory
4:30pm
Football: A-League: Melbourne City v Newcastle Jets
(CC)The A-League finals are fast approaching and Melbourne City heading towards a top four finish.
Despite missing out on the finals, can the Newcastle Jets score an upset win on the road in Melbourne?
6:30pm
Landline
(CC)For 30 years Landline has been telling stories from the paddock to plate, covering crops, climate, controversies and the characters of rural Australia. Connecting the city to the country since 1991. Presented by Pip Courtney.
South Australia State
4:30pm
Football: A-League: Melbourne City v Newcastle Jets
(CC)The A-League finals are fast approaching and Melbourne City heading towards a top four finish.
Despite missing out on the finals, can the Newcastle Jets score an upset win on the road in Melbourne?
6:30pm
Landline
(CC)For 30 years Landline has been telling stories from the paddock to plate, covering crops, climate, controversies and the characters of rural Australia. Connecting the city to the country since 1991. Presented by Pip Courtney.
Western Australia State
2:30pm
Anh's Brush With Fame: Tina Arena
(CC,Repeat,PG)Anh's guest this week is household name and acclaimed performer Tina Arena, who shares her journey from child star to international success and the challenges and sacrifices that have shaped her.
3:00pm
Football: A-League: Melbourne City v Newcastle Jets
(CC)The A-League finals are fast approaching and Melbourne City heading towards a top four finish.
Despite missing out on the finals, can the Newcastle Jets score an upset win on the road in Melbourne?
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5:00pm
Love On The Spectrum
(CC,AD,Repeat,PG)Having found a match at speed dating, Michael succeeds in setting up a dinner rendezvous.
With hopes of finding love, Ronan steps out on the very first date of his life. Plus dinosaur loving Mark is back, continuing his search for love.
6:00pm
Ask The Doctor: Stress Relief
(CC,Repeat,G)FinalSandro submits to a humiliating stress test, Caroline discovers how school students can manage their moods, and Shalin explores the science of 'comfort food'.
6:30pm
Landline
(CC)For 30 years Landline has been telling stories from the paddock to plate, covering crops, climate, controversies and the characters of rural Australia. Connecting the city to the country since 1991. Presented by Pip Courtney.