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Saturday Jun 27
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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 Infomercials
7:30 Fishing and Adventure
Opotiki: the crew head to Opotiki for a head to head challenge to catch a snapper the closest to 70cm. with a guaranteed consequence on the line, the boys go toe to toe with the fish and each other.
7:55 Rural Delivery
Dairying as an escalator to farm ownership; future thinking and sustainability at the heart of decision making for Rabbidge Farms; and developing premium ciders from New Zealand bred apples.
8:25 Hyundai Country Calendar
On Giants' Shoulders: on Giants’ Shoulders: a Wairarapa family farming on an historic sheep station, honours the past, prepares for the future, and enjoys a shared love of the ocean with their community.
8:55 Dog Squad Puppy School. s4 e10
Season Finale: a very special occasion for Police pups Tahi and Wren, speed dating for the Biosecurity ‘O’ litter and a matching for Kauri Dieback detector Marty.
9:25 Tagata Pasifika
Tagata Pasifika is TVNZ's flagship Pacific news show, telling the stories of Pacific Islanders and its community. Made with the support of NZ on Air.
9:55 Find My Country House Canada
North Rustico: Couples looking to relocate from the city find their perfect country house in a regional, Canadian location.
10:25 John & Lisa's Weekend Kitchen
John & Lisa's Christmas Kitchen 8: John and Lisa simplify some traditional festive dishes that can be a bit tricky to get right with a menu that includes a gorgeous alternative to Christmas pudding.
11:20 Rick Stein's Australia
The North Coast: Rick motors up the NSW North Coast to see how the popularity of its iconic laid back lifestyle is shaping food and dining.

12:35 Make it at Market
Mosaics & Animal Embroidery: Mosaic artist Dionne from Bedfordshire and animal head embroiderer Alan from Derby are both hoping to make their dreams of a creative career come true.
1:30 Highway Cops
The Italian supercar and the Aussie superstar, and there’s magic in the air when a minivan driver is found with mushrooms.
2:00 FIFA World Cup 2026
New Zealand v Belgium: Join US for LIVE coverage of the Group match between New Zealand and Belgium from BC Place in Vancouver, Canada.

5:30 Tipping Point: Best Ever Finals
Look back at some of the most dramatic end games in Tipping History, including agonising trades and jackpot counters teetering on the edge.
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 Britain's Got Talent
Britains Got Talent is back for the first LIVE Semi Final, who will impress enough to make the LIVE final?
8:00 Lotto
8:05 Britain's Got Talent Continued
Britain's Got Talent: Britains Got Talent is back for the first LIVE Semi Final, who will impress enough to make the LIVE final?
9:00 Faking it
Season Finale: Scottish painter/decorator Craig tries to fake it as a high fashion makeup artist.
10:15 FIFA World Cup 2026
New Zealand v Belgium: Join US for a replay of the Group match between New Zealand and Belgium from BC Place in Vancouver, Canada.

12:15 Mrs Brown's Boys
Mammy's Valentine: Everyone in the Brown family has a date for Valentine's Day except Agnes. Can she really start internet dating at her age?
12:45 Matlock. s2 e11
Tail Lights: the team works tirelessly to prove a landlord's culpability after a building collapse leaves multiple people dead and injured.
1:30 Critical Incident. s1 e5
Discovering that Dalia is now a fully fledged drug dealer, a horrified Zil realizes he has created a criminal and decides that he must be the one to fix it.
2:20 The AU Pair. s1 e4
Season Finale: the family is thrust into a confrontation that forces long buried secrets to the surface. with trust hanging by a thread, Zoe must make a life altering choice.
3:10 TVNZ1 Quiz
3:30 Infomercials
6:00 Rural Delivery
Dairying as an escalator to farm ownership; future thinking and sustainability at the heart of decision making for Rabbidge Farms; and developing premium ciders from New Zealand bred apples.
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5:10 TVNZ2 Returns at 6am
6:00 Mecha Builders
Get in Gear: Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Abby Cadabby are robot heroes in training who use their STEM superpowers to solve wacky larger than life problems.
6:20 Tākaro Tribe
Ngeru Gets Glasses: Come join the Tākaro Tribe! They sing and dance their way through their magical alphabet forest, meeting friends and whānau and learning as they go.
6:50 Maddie + Triggs
Birdie: 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.
7:05 Robin Hood: Mischief in Sherwood
Merlin the Imposter: Sherwood is in danger from the tyrannical Prince John! Teenage Robin and his merry band of outlaws fight back.
7:30 Smarty Pants
World's Gratest Dads: 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.
7:50 Ninjago Masters of Spinjitzu
The Hands of Time: When two evil brothers manipulate the past and future to control all of Ninjago, the ninjas must retrieve the lost time blades to stop them.
8:40 Beyblade X
Super Champion Challenger Chooser Match: Four beybladers and their genius friend travel the world as team 'Bladebreakers' to win a championship, realising there's much more at stake on the go.
9:00 Transformers: Earthspark
Age of Evolution Part 2: 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.
9:25 The Nanny. s2 e9
Stock Tip: Fran discovers her new boyfriend has a secret, which could cost Maxwell a fortune.
10:00 Fresh
This week we are at GLOW UP DAY in Otara, Fresh Dramedy shows US what happens when you take your Samoan BF home to meet your palagi parents and Fresh Beats is in Mt Wellington.
10:30 Shortland Street
The reckoning arrives.

12:05 School Spirits. s1 e8
Madison's Body: Season Finale: in a thrilling finale, Maddie finally pieces together the puzzle of her disappearance which has severe consequences in both the spirit and living worlds.
1:10 Destination X UK. s1 e3
The European bus trip goes off road and off the rails as the players find themselves in another mystery country. This time, host Rob Brydon has even more tricks up his sleeve.
3:40 Dmv. s1 e20
Impact Will be Felt: Season Finale: a long‑awaited achievement sparks an office celebration that brings unresolved feelings and realizations to the surface.
4:10 MOVIE: Uncle Buck
Buck, a lovable bachelor who has a reputation for being slovenly and reckless, is left in charge of his brother's children during a family emergency. Stars John Candy and Macaulay Culkin. (1989)

6:05 The Big Bang Theory. s10 e16
The Allowance Evaporation: Sheldon and Amy have their first fight since moving in together. and Raj quickly learns the reality of having to fend for himself when his father cuts him off financially.
7:00 Netball: ANZ Premiership
LIVE coverage of the Grand Final in the 2026 ANZ Premiership season as the Mystics take on the Steel from Trusts Arena in Auckland.
9:00 MOVIE: The Huntsman - Winter's War
Huntsman, The: Winter's War: Eric and fellow warrior Sara, raised as members of Ice Queen Freya's army, try to conceal their forbidden love as they fight to survive the wicked intentions of both Freya and her sister. (2016)
11:20 Taskmaster
Domestic Bumfluff: Season Finale: a new Taskmaster Champion will be crowned once the dust, feathers and lint have all settled.

12:20 American Princess. s1 e9
You An't Always Trust Your Vaganya: Amanda and David are forced to take a corporate group around the Renaissance Festival together. Brian and Juan Andres double date with Natasha, Phil and Stephen.
1:50 Citadel. s1 e1
Series Premiere: Top agents of the independent spy organization Citadel – collide with a nefarious, new syndicate – Manticore – leading to catastrophe.
2:30 Vampire Academy. s1 e9
Darkness: the aftermath of the Trials throws the Dominion into chaos. Christian faces a horrific truth. Rose takes drastic measures for her future.
3:25 Fallen. s1 e8
Season Finale: Luce believes she was murdered; Daniel confronts Miss Miriam, and Cam faces Howson; Luce seeks answers from Miss Sophia; Daniel saves her, and they reconcile.
4:10 Fresh
This week we are at GLOW UP DAY in Otara, Fresh Dramedy shows US what happens when you take your Samoan BF home to meet your palagi parents and Fresh Beats is in Mt Wellington.
4:35 TVNZ2 Returns at 5am
5:00 Infomercials
6:00 Tākaro Tribe
Poihau: 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).
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12:25 Infomercials
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6:00 Charles Stanley
Charles Stanley
6:30 Infomercials
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9:35 Preposterous Pets. s1 e4
The latest pet craze in the US? Owners pimp out their poodles to compete in grooming contests. Plus, in Kenya, a family owns domesticated Giraffes.
10:35 The Aquarium
Aquarium, The: Aquarium staff travel to a remote island to get footage of whale sharks during mating season. Plus, a seal is treated for joint pain.
11:30 Outchef'd
Justin, a teacher and vegan home cook, is blown away when Eddie Jackson gives him the chance to battle head to head against celebrity chef Tiffani Faison.

12:00 Cake Wars
Four talented bakers are on a robot powered battle to create incredible Transformers themed cakes in hopes of taking the $10,000 prize.
1:00 Tournament of Champions
Guy Fieri welcomes the victorious Great 8 back into the arena to compete in the toughest quarterfinals in Tournament of Champions history.
3:00 Celebrity IOU
Cindy Crawfords Super Remodel: Anthony Anderson wants to give back to his selfless brother, Derrick, who has been busy working the front lines in the ER during the pandemic.
4:00 The 1 Percent Club UK
1 Percent Club UK, The: Find out how clever you are as Lee Mack presents the quiz where it doesn't matter how good you are at quizzes and where 100 contestants could win up to 100,000 pounds.
4:55 Getaway
This week on Getaway David Genat continues his cruise down the Mekong arriving, in Ho Chi Minh City, before heading north to the capital Hanoi and onto the glorious islands of Halong Bay.

5:30 Mark Rober's Revengineers
The team get revenge on inconsiderate patrons by pseudo electrifying cars that park in electric vehicle spots. Then they deploy a fake drive through menu.
6:00 ThreeNews
Season 2026 Ep 178: ThreeNews presents comprehensive coverage of global and local news.
6:30 Bondi Rescue
Bluebottles swarm at Bondi, so Harries devises a magical treatment for the stings.
7:00 MOVIE: Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls
Ace Ventura, Pet Detective, returns from a spiritual quest to investigate the disappearance of a rare white bat, the sacred animal of a tribe in Africa. Stars Jim Carrey (1995)
8:55 MOVIE: Guess Who
A young woman, Theresa, brings her boyfriend, Simon, home to meet her parents and surprise them with the news of their engagement. Another surprise: Simon is white. Stars Ashton Kutcher...
11:05 Wild Cards
When the head of a popular streetwear clothing brand dies, Max and Ellis find themselves investigating a murder within the world of haute couture, fashion models and overworked assistants.

12:00 Infomercials
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5:00 Leading the Way
Leading the Way
5:30 Charles Stanley
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11:26 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 Mahi Pai
We take a deep dive into the ocean exploring the interesting world of whales with Kamaka along for the ride.
6:46 Binnabånnas - Te Reo
Binnabånnas and their friend Ujjujju are two taking Sami culture puppets, who explore what it means to be a three year old.
6:54 Darwin and Newts
An animated series for youngsters who love to figure out how things work.
7:05 Island of Mystery
Follow Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.
7:14 Te Nūtube
Two clever cousins, Atareta and Te Haakura, share their world with their followers.
7:25 Bigsies and Littles
An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides.
7:33 Te Pamu Kumara
Tai and her superhuman whānau run their local vege shop from their kūmara farm. Tai and Nan are approached by Grace who offers to buy the farm.
7:46 Fly My Pepeha
Tamariki series offering an immersive journey into the heart of the rich landscapes of New Zealand and Māori history. Using drone technology, viewers will explore diverse landscapes and traditions.
7:57 Pūkana 2025
Te Reo Māori entertainment programme for Kura and Kura Kaupapa tamariki / taiohi.
8:25 Tūhura
Niua and his drone sidekick Hura travel to Te Rotorua nui a Kahumatamomoe to uncover the story behind the sacred spring ‘Te Puna a Tūhoe’ located at the base of Ngongotahā maunga.
8:31 Mahi Tika Ana!
Will Hinewai and Hine Te Kura catch a fish today to end the day on a high, or will they return home empty handed? Tune in to see as the manuhiri of the day, Te Aorere teaches them new fishing terms.
8:42 Tūhura
Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind the rock formation at Karekare beach called ‘Te Kākāwhakaara.’
8:48 Mahi Tika Ana!
Who would have thought fermented foods could be so good for your health? Watch as Hinewai and Hine Te Kura learn the secrets from the one and only Koro Rapaera Black in Te Whārua o Ruatoki!
9:00 Tōku Whare Kōhanga Reo
Communities give some much needed love to tired and run down kōhanga across New Zealand.
9:30 Big Trip 2
In this animated sequel, bear Mic‑Mic and his rabbit friend Oscar are entrusted with delivering a baby grizzly to save the presidential candidacy of John Grizzly. Along the way they overcome sabotage, icy hazards, and a conniving vulture as they race across America.
11:00 2026 1st XV Super 8 CNI Rugby
NEW: the 2026 Super 8 1st XV & 2026 CNI 1st XV plus Other Sports to Whakaata Māori YouTube – MĀORI ACTIVE.

1:00 Bamay
A showcase of Australia’s most diverse and stunning landscapes, shot from the air and inspired by the word Bamay, which means land in the Bundjalung language from northern New South Wales.
1:30 Māori All Blacks: Bound By Blood
A team connected by blood, who uphold the legacy of our tīpuna and that of the players whose shoulders they stand on. Join the Māori All Blacks on their first tour of Japan since 2014.
2:00 Piri's Tiki Tour
Combining his love for Rugby with his skill at diving and hunting, All Black Piri Weepu sets out on a tour around New Zealand meeting up with locals.
2:30 Matau Bros Gone Fishing
Follows hard case Māori anglers, Matene, Dazza and Jeff Cleave (Ngati Wai, Te Rarawa, Tainui) as they fish for knowledge, and fish for kai mo te tēpū.
3:00 Marae
NZ's longest running, bilingual, weekly current affairs show returns for 2026, featuring a Māori perspective on politics and culture.
3:30 The People's Game
Look into the world of touch with some of the legends of the game. Touch is often underfunded and kept alive from volunteers – we learn the history, meet the legends and are with those who owe their success to touch.
4:05 Tōku Reo Kokara
Kara’s ever present charm is accompanied by the joy and laughter she brings to any project She is a passionate activist for Māori, and uses her public platform to inform and educate her audience about important issues.
4:17 Te Waiora
Mini series exploring the deep connection that Māori have with water. Siblings Mamah and Ngapuke Patea have a love for their awa, passed down through generations and instilled by their father.
4:27 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.
4:30 Avatar: The Last Airbender
Ko nga putanga reo maori o nga pakiwaituihi e rua, o Avatar.
5:00 Mura O Te Ahi
Hilarious 'debating' competition showcasing Māori humour and wit entirely in the Māori language.

5:30 Uka
Semi finals see Te Kōhanga o Tokomaru play against Te Tapuaekura o Hatupatu and Puurekireki Marae against Wairere Touch Club.
6:00 Sidewalk Karaoke
Te Hāmua Nikora hits the streets in search of karaoke talent.
6:30 Super Kura
The official blessing of the Puna Reo approaches and Mungzy needs a haircut, which is not an easy job. Clara is overwhelmed by the aroha shown by the Kaikohe community.
7:00 Red Earth Uncovered
A half hour youth documentary series where a host investigates Aboriginal linkages to ancient myths and legends.
7:27 Waiata Anthems
In his new waiata, Reti Hedley of the indigenous soul music group IA delves into the beauty and self assurance that te reo Māori can bestow upon its speakers.
7:31 Māori All Blacks: Bound By Blood
A team connected by blood, who uphold the legacy of our tīpuna and that of the players whose shoulders they stand on. Join the Māori All Blacks on their first tour of Japan since 2014.
8:25 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.
8:52 Shiray & Gillies: Full Noise
As the to do list grows and the baby’s arrival looms, nerves kick in and the reality of parenthood hits hard.
9:18 Japan XV v Māori All Blacks
LIVE: LIVE coverage as Japan XV host the Māori All Blacks at Paloma Mizuho Stadium, Nagoya.
11:18 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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