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Tuesday May 5
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10:45 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?
11:15 Shortland Street
Selina gets rattled.
11:45 George Clarke's Remarkable Renovations
Bakery, Lincolnshire: Matt’s Victorian terrace in Laceby came with a derelict bakery in the garden. Now he's hatching a plan to painstakingly convert it into a home for his sister and nephew.

12:45 Grand Designs Australia
Newtown: When a 100 year old derelict building known as the Newtown Hat Factory comes on the market, Anita and Kris jump in – dazzled by its potential and the chance for a sophisticated life.
1:35 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.
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 Breakfast
Start your day off right as the Breakfast team brings you all the latest in news, weather, sport and entertainment.
9:00 Riddiculous
Ranvir Singh hosts three teams who will go head to head over a series of Riddiculous riddles set by Riddlemaster Henry Lewis!
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 Go Girls. s3 e10
A familiar face is back and determined to help, as Britta takes on an enemy of gargantuan proportions.
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! 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 Seven Sharp
Join Hilary Barry, Jeremy Wells and the team for a fresh perspective on today's stories.
7:30 First Class Travel Show
Josie heads to Finland and Sweden to enjoy gourmet food, a sauna and helicopter ride.
8:20 Lotto
8:25 Worlds Apart
Season Finale: the treasure hunt reaches its high stakes finale, at the Hill of the Buddha, as the last three duos face the toughest challenges yet. Who'll take home the £50,000 ?
9:30 Coronation Street
Long running drama with the residents of England's most famous cobbled street.
10:30 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?
11:00 Shortland Street
Phil dances with danger.
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10:45 Celebrity Treasure Island
The teams’ trust, and team work is tested as they go in blind into a face off challenge. Then who will be one step closer to victory in the all important treasure hunt.
11:50 CSI. s10 e19
World’s End: When a student is discovered murdered at Lindsey's school, the investigation takes a sharp turn when the CSIs uncover an unlikely connection between the boy's death and atrocities of the past.

12:45 Accident, Suicide, or Murder
Execution Enigma: Explore the unbelievable true stories of suspicious deaths, unpacking the evidence and strange behaviour that led investigators to question these tragic events.
1:30 Emmerdale
Long running soap following the ups and downs of village life amid the rolling scenery of the Yorkshire Dales.
1:55 Infomercials
2:55 Mr Throwback. s1 e4
As the basketball charity game nears, Danny and Kimberly go to Toronto to recruit a whale to play.
3:55 Farmer Wants a Wife. s12 e13
A month after the final decisions, our Farmers return to where their search for ‘the one’ began, reuniting with host Natalie Gruzlewski to discover if true love has gone the distance.
4:45 TVNZ2 Returns at 5am
5:00 Infomercials
6:00 Les Mills Born to Move
The Library: 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
Small: Kiri and Lou meet a shy little creature called Small. it turns out she’s a fan and she’s even written a song about them.
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!
7:00 Smarty Pants
River Things: Tired of being the "losers" in class, three buddies are on a mission to become cool realising along the way that just accepting themselves is the coolest way to be.
7:25 Sonic Boom
Designated Heroes: 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.
7:50 Lego Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu
Spellbound: Kai, Jay, Cole and Zane must master their elemental powers and Spinjitzu weapons to protect the land of Ninjago, which also has an underworld.
8:10 Maddie + Triggs
Sound Tennis: 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.
8:25 Tākaro Tribe
Panana: This New Zealand made animation sees the Tākaro Tribe on a learning adventure in Te Wao Arapū (The magical Alphabet Forest), along with Pāpā Rākau (Tree father) and Kōkā (Pond Mother).
9:05 Infomercials
9:35 Les Mills Adult Classes
Bodyattack 126: 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 Everyday Gourmet with Justine Schofield
MasterChef Australia finalist Justine Schofield shares some of her favourite recipes in this cookery program aimed at ideas for the home cook.
10:30 Farm to Fork
Farm to Fork takes you on a journey across Australia, showcasing fresh local produce to inspire healthy cooking. Discover where your food comes from, support local farmers, and learn how to eat well.
11:00 The Drew Barrymore Show
Luke Grimes & Laura Sanko: Driven by humour and optimism, Drew Barrymore presents human interest stories and has heartfelt conversations with special guests.
11:30 Shortland Street
Selina gets rattled.

12:00 Home and Away
Mackenzie and Lacey clash. Lacey’s grief resurfaces. a life is on the line.
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 Everyday Gourmet with Justine Schofield
MasterChef Australia finalist Justine Schofield shares some of her favourite recipes in this cookery program aimed at ideas for the home cook.
3:00 Celebrity Treasure Island
The teams’ trust, and team work is tested as they go in blind into a face off challenge. Then who will be one step closer to victory in the all important treasure hunt.
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. s18 e4
Yokel Chords: Principal Skinner offers Lisa a chance to tutor Cletus' kids; Bart tries to scare his peers out of the cafeteria by claiming it’s haunted.

5:30 The Big Bang Theory. s6 e24
The Bon Voyage Reaction: Sheldon and Penny are thrown for a loop when Leonard is offered an exciting new job opportunity overseas.
6:00 The Big Bang Theory. s7 e1
The Hofstadter Insufficiency: Sheldon and Penny bond in Leonard's absence, but it's Sheldon's feelings that are crushed when Leonard returns from the North Sea.
6:30 Home and Away
Will Remi pick up the guitar again? Lacey overcomes her grief to support Jo. Sonny withholds his good news.
7:00 Shortland Street
Phil dances with danger.
7:30 Celebrity Treasure Island
In a gruelling face off, can Kāhu take out a challenge win? Then, shocking twist no one saw coming changes the game for good.
8:30 New Zealand Spy. s1 e2
The Games: Undercover as an athlete, coach, and chef, the spies are sent to Christchurch for the 1974 Unity Games to protect the Indian Foreign Minister from being assassinated.
9:05 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Jimmy Carr hosts as Jon Richardson and Rosie Jones take on Joe Wilkinson and Phil Wang. Dr John Cooper Clarke joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner. with Rachel Riley.
10:05 DMV. s1 e13
Test Drive: During Teen Outreach Day at the DMV, Colette pushes Gregg to mentor a disengaged teen; Vic suspects one of the students may be his biological son.
10:30 Celebrity Treasure Island
In a gruelling face off, can Kāhu take out a challenge win? Then, shocking twist no one saw coming changes the game for good.
11:35 CSI. s10 e20
Take My Life, Please!: a legendary comic from the good old days of Las Vegas is set to reunite with his partner on stage for one night only, until one half of the famous duo is found dead.
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10:35 Below Deck Down Under
Call Me By My Name: a high stakes charter gets off to a rocky start when Jenna's cabin mistake puts the interior team under scrutiny. Chef Ben pushes Ellie past her limits and forces Capt. Jason to restore order.
11:35 Chaos in Court
Trial By Violence: a father lunges at a serial killer, a defendant attempts to stab an attorney, and an officer tasers an Alaskan wildlife enthusiast.

12:35 Infomercials
Infomercials
6:00 Alaska: The Last Frontier. s9 e8
Thanksgiving Rescue: as Thanksgiving approaches, the Kilchers prepare for a feast. Eivin and Eve rescue a baby seal on the beach and there's a beetle infestation on the homestead.
7:00 Homestead Rescue
All My Stresses LIVE in Texas: a Californian family longing for ranch life in central Texas find themselves on a homestead that requires a total makeover by the Raneys.
9:00 Infomercials
Infomercials
10:35 The Good Doctor
Yippee Ki Yay: in an effort to please Salen, Andrews takes on a high profile case and assigns Shaun and Allen to help perform a risky surgery to restore the voice of a famous pop star.
11:30 Pretty Little Liars
No One Here Can Love or Understand Me: Emily is on the hunt for answers, and enlists Ezra's help in finding out more about Cyrus and his past connection to Alison.

12:30 All American
Championships: Spencer suffers a devastating setback and gets strength from an unlikely source. Plus, Billy faces some tough truths to get his family back.
1:30 Flip or Flop
What's Old is New Again: Tarek and Christina get a lead on a home in California, where they find some outdated designs and others that are in style once again.
2:00 Vanderpump Rules
Seeing Red (Flags): Lisa gives Marcus an opportunity to DJ a premiere party at SUR. Shayne dates two girls at the same time. Audrey tells Angelica about Chris and Jason's other job, which leads to explosive consequences.
3:00 Chopped
Trash Into Treasure: the competitors take on ingredients that would usually be thrown away in hopes of turning edible trash into culinary treasures.
4:00 Beach Hunters. s5 e14
Lone Star State Beach Home: a couple looks for a relaxing retreat along the beaches of Galveston, TX, where they can unwind.
4:30 Island Life. s18 e6
Moving Near Mum in Kill Devil Hills: a couple is tired of staying with family while visiting Kill Devil Hills. They want a move in ready home with a yard for their dogs.
5:00 House Hunters International. s173 e1
He Shed, She Said in Australia: a woman struggles to persuade her Australian boyfriend to give up his shed dreams for a family home.

5:30 House Hunters International
Family First in Christchurch New Zealand: a family looks to leave their San Francisco life behind to pursue a better balance of work, play and family time in Christchurch, New Zealand.
6:00 ThreeNews
ThreeNews presents comprehensive coverage of global and local news.
7:00 Millionaire Hot Seat Au: Episode 8
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 My House My Castle
Bay of Plenty: the Bay of Plenty is a beach lover's dream. But is the sand really golden, or just sun struck hype? We explore what life is really like by the sea.
8:00 House Hunters Australia
Bec and Ben: Ben and Bec search for their first home, but Ben wants something functional and close to family while Bec prioritizes space for her creative pursuits.
8:30 All New Love it or List it Australia
Byron Bay: Will wants a larger kitchen and open space, but Katie loves their current home. with mum Kyoko having the final say, it's head versus heart when the family clash.
9:40 Outback Opal Hunters
A Well That Takes on Water: the Digi Diggers need to explore new ground after mining opal too brittle to sell. the Bushmen find their new claim has been dug out by opal thieves.
10:40 Vanderpump Rules
Seeing Red (Flags): Lisa gives Marcus an opportunity to DJ a premiere party at SUR. Shayne dates two girls at the same time. Audrey tells Angelica about Chris and Jason's other job, which leads to explosive consequences.
11:40 Caught!
Florida Man: from stealing gators to eating cheesecake naked in a swamp, the wildly unpredictable Florida Man has been caught on tape in his bizarre habitat!
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10:52 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 Tūhura
Niua and Hura travel to Te Hokianga nui ā Kupe to uncover the story one of most well known fortified Pā of Ngāpuhi.
6:41 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.
6:55 Kiri and Lou
Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre historic New Zealand NZ.
7:06 Island of Mystery
Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.
7:20 Te Nūtube
Two clever cousins, Atareta and Te Haakura, share their world with their followers.
7:30 Tamaiti Tū Spring
Challenge accepted. Papa Ahu equips the boys, assigns a leaf finding mission, and leads them up the mountain with blindfolds on.
7:40 Tamariki Haka
Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills.
7:52 Mataora Digital
Amazing content curated for rangatahi, whānau and pakeke. Made by the Mataora team.
8:00 Pūkana 2024
Te Reo Māori entertainment programme for Kura and Kura Kaupapa tamariki / taiohi.
8:30 Ōpaki
Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori.
9:00 Tōku Reo
Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website.
9:30 Marae
NZ's longest running, bilingual, weekly current affairs show returns for 2026, featuring a Māori perspective on politics and culture.
10:00 Haka Yarns
Explores and celebrates the world of kapa haka and the passionate haka community. Hosted by kapa haka "know it alls" Chey Milne and Kereama Wright with Anipatene Biddle and Montel Tivoli.
10:56 Waiata Anthems
Nikora Edwards aka Swizl Jager, defies societal expectations in more ways than one and, through his music, explores the dynamics of not fitting the traditional mould.
11:00 Tuna Dundee - Keep it Native
Rapaera Black, born and bred in the Tuhoe Valley, still carries on the legacy of traditional fermented Māori kai. He is a born hunter gatherer known locally as Tuna Dundee.
11:30 Whaikōrero
The origin and history of whaikōrero featuring Hone Sadler, Paraone Gloyne, Te Poroa Malcolm and Anaru Martin. They look at the future of whaikōrero.

12:00 Karanga the First Voice
Iwi around the motu explore and celebrate karanga in contemporary New Zealand.
12:30 13 Hours to Survive
It’s an epic drama that happens with the coming of each low tide. as the sea recedes, creatures become trapped in tidal pools. They must survive 13 hours the time it takes for the tide to return.
1:31 Tautohetohe
Māori wordplay and wit in action as two teams go head to head on a given topic.
2:30 Ōpaki
Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori.
3:00 ASB Polyfest 2025
Featuring Te Rerenga Wāna Westlake Girls' College, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 2025, as the festival marks 50 years of rangatahi excellence.
3:17 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.
3:24 Tūhura
Niua and Hura travel to Te Hokianga nui ā Kupe to uncover the story one of most well known fortified Pā of Ngāpuhi.
3:30 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.
3:45 Kiri and Lou
Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre historic New Zealand NZ.
4:00 Island of Mystery
Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.
4:15 Te Nūtube
Two clever cousins, Atareta and Te Haakura, share their world with their followers.
4:26 Avatar: The Last Airbender
NEW: Ko nga putanga reo maori o nga pakiwaituihi e rua, o Avatar.
4:53 Mura O Te Ahi
Hilarious 'debating' competition showcasing Māori humour and wit entirely in the Māori language.
5:22 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.

6:00 Te Mana Kuratahi 2025
Relive the best of this year's Te Mana Kuratahi regional kapa haka competition held in Tauranga.
6:25 Waiata Anthems
Once self conscious of her fair skin, pop singer YAHYAH finally lets go of her insecurities and sings in te reo Māori to honour her heritage and connect with her late mother.
6:30 Autaia Haka Theatre
We follow the heartfelt journey of Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Kaikohe as they honor the legacy of Kupe and the arrival to New Zealand.
6:45 Autaia Haka Theatre
A moving and spiritual performance that carries the wairua of Kupe. Kaikohe lays down their aroha and mana on the stage with raw emotion and fierce pride
7:02 Hurō Pēpi II
Jorian and Rhan share their unconventional whānau arrangement, as they co parent their pēpi conceived through IVF with the help of a close friend.
7:30 Strait to the Plate
NEW: Aaron finishes up his culinary trip through the Top Western Cluster group by heading to Saubai Island, the most northern island in the Torres Strait.
8:00 Red Earth Uncovered
A half hour youth documentary series where a host investigates Aboriginal linkages to ancient myths and legends.
8:30 Episode 3
NEW: When We Go to War chronicles a New Zealand family at the outbreak of WWI, from optimism to despair as war's toll mounts. it follows their experiences from the home front to the battlefields of Gallipoli and Egypt
9:20 Here the Wild Things Are
A global race to discover the weird and wonderful wild hidden in our city streets.
9:30 Not Even
On her birthday, Liz tries to repress her sadness over her late father. Over the course of the day, the group visits Liz, and they update her on their lives.
9:55 Waiata Anthems
Hard core band Bleeders' punk attitude and Ara Poutama New Zealand Department of Corrections come together in a surprising connection to improve the statistics of Māori incarceration and offending.
10:00 Rewind
Music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. Includes old music videos updated with graphic factoids.
10:25 Waiata Anthems
Ngāti Whātua singer, MAJIC PĀORA, crafts music to inspire her iwi and provide a positive example for her tamariki.
10:30 Whare Pūoro
A showcase of New Zealand musicians performing entirely in te reo Māori. Presented by Amanda Ashton.
11:00 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.
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