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Saturday Apr 27
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2:40 Infomercials
5:35 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.
6:00 Infomercials
6:55 Faith in Action
7:25 Fishing and Adventure
It's part 2 of the epic Fiordland adventure as the crew try their best to get through the huge challenge list. They experience some unreal scenes as the deep south delivers one hell of a spectacle.
7:55 Dog Squad
Palmerston North Delta team Sam and Zinny have their work cut out for them as a fleeing driver keeps on running. Meanwhile, there are sad goodbyes and new beginnings for Corrections drug dog Radar.
8:25 Hyundai Country Calendar
Two shepherding brothers on a vast East Coast hill country station go on to buy the property and draw the community together for their traditional on-Farm sale.
9:00 Lap of Luxury
We hop across the Tasman to the Australia's Lizard Island Resort, before returning to New Zealand to visit David and Pam Nathan's African inspired Anderson's Cove and Hollyford Wilderness Experience.
9:30 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.
10:00 The Great British Sewing Bee
Sewing Bee kicks off with 12 sewers creating a capsule wardrobe. They begin with a mini skirt, then make a going-Out top from lockdown loungewear and finish with a wrap dress. S8 E1
11:30 The Great British Bake Off
It's Halloween Week and the bakers make apple cake, a s'more-ish Technical and a spooky showstopping piata. Whose bakes will be eerie-Sistible enough to earn them star baker? S13 E6

12:50 Sarah Beeny's New Country Lives
Pete and Carina want to create a caravan site, but who will use it? James finds out about holiday home rental rates, and Ioan builds on his newfound independence.
1:55 Selling Super Houses
It's finale week and make-or-Break time, as the remaining trainees market, produce, pitch and conduct a house tour for two of the most luxe listings they've seen. Who will get the job of a lifetime?
3:00 The Wheel with Michael Mcintyre
Michael McIntyre hosts a special Christmas edition. Danny Dyer, Zoe Ball and David Walliams compete to win money for charity.
4:15 Unbeatable
Jason Manford hosts the quiz show where players face a question and pick from a board of six rankable answers. Some answers are good, but only one is unbeatable.
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 The Celebrity Bake Off
AJ Odudu, Gemma Collins, Jessica Hynes and Tim Key make sandwich cakes and a classic tart, before recreating their earliest childhood memory in choux. S6 E2
8:00 Lotto
8:05 Call the Midwife
The team help a single mother whose flat is riddled with damp whilst Nancy and Dr Turner care for a Sylheti woman with an undiagnosed illness, and Matthew teaches Trixie how to drive. S13 E2
9:25 Alan Carr's Adventures with Agatha Christie
Visiting locations across London and Devon, Alan gets to know the real Miss Marple and finds out what inspired Agatha to create this famous silver-Haired sleuth.
10:25 The Twelve
Detective Sam Chedid takes the stand as various pieces of evidence are introduced to the court, some of which raise questions about Nathan Spears' involvement. S1 E2
11:30 Line of Duty
Lindsay is denied bail and finds herself targeted in prison. Growing increasingly desperate, she tells Kate about a relationship with an executive police officer. S2 E3

12:40 Sanditon
The arrival of Miss Lambe's forbidden love causes Charlotte to question her opinion of Sidney. Meanwhile, Clara witnesses a moment between Esther and Sir Edward. S1 E4
1:35 Power
Ghost, Tommy and Kanan move forward to kill the heads of the Jimenez Cartel. Donovan warns Angela that her own office is after her. LaKeisha lets slip that Teresi is Tommy's father. S5 E7
3:35 Infomercials
5:30 Leading the Way with Dr. Michael Youssef
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5:15 The Voice U.S
Coaches Camila Cabello, John Legend, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani all vie to discover and coach the next singing phenomenon on the sixth night of Blind Auditions.
6:00 Takaro Tribe
Come join the Takaro Tribe as they sing and dance their way through their magical alphabet forest, meeting friends and whanau and learning as they go.
6:15 Book Hungry Bears
Four bears named Crystal, Boomer Melody and Scout explore their paper craft world in search of a good book to read.
6:25 Thomas & Friends
Choo choo! the iconic blue tank engine is coming to your station. Join Thomas and friends for all new adventures.
6:35 Kiri and Lou
Kiri is having an ordinary kind of day and she doesn't feel like doing much. But Pania's extraordinary farts make the day amazing!
6:45 Gus - The Itsy Bitsy Knight
Gus is keen to follow in Adam the Hardy One's footsteps: at the same age, he had already tamed a Stinky-Dragon! His sister Iris offers to help him accomplish this feat. S1 E1
7:10 Spidey and His Amazing Friends
Peter Parker, Miles Morales and Gwen Stacy join forces with Hulk, Ms Marvel and Black Panther to fight their common enemies and learn that working together as a team is the best.
7:35 Wacky Races
A group of characters and their equally odd vehicles take part in a cross country race for the title of "wackiest racer".
7:55 Lego Dreamzzz
Season Finale: the Nightmare King has opened a rift to the waking world and is ready to invade. the dream chasers must make their final stand and defeat the Nightmare King once and for all.
8:20 Dragons Nine Realms
In the modern world, dragons have become nothing but an ancient legend. So when a group of misfit kids discover the dragons' hideout, they must protect a secret that is centuries old.
8:40 Fright Krewe
Five misfit teenagers are gifted magic powers to save the world from a demonic evil they accidentally unleashed into New Orleans! Can they overcome their differences to defeat ghosts and monsters?
9:05 Malory Towers
The nostalgic adventures of teenage girl Darrell Rivers, when she leaves home to attend an all girls' boarding school in the British countryside. Based on the Enid Blyton novels.
9:30 The Pm's Daughter
Cat is like any other teenager, with one difference - her mother is the new Prime Minister of Australia. Along with her new friends, Cat navigates life in the spotlight.
10:00 Fresh
Malo e lelei, Talofa lava Freshies, We're on the South side of TAMAKI MAKAURAU, ready to turn up for the Baddest Polynesian block party in the world! the one and ONLY POLYFEST 2024.
10:30 Shortland Street
Monique's unsure where she stands.

1:00 Bob Hearts Abishola
Bob's grand opening party for the sock factory is upstaged by a fight between Abishola and her sister-in-Law. S4 E21
1:30 Dinner Date
Tyler from Surrey is going to be given five menus, each put together by a potential blind date. the five men behind the menus have all come up with a three course meal. S11 E4
2:30 The Amazing Race
One team decides to make the fateful choice of stealing another team's taxi in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, creating enemies for themselves. S31 E4
3:30 Ghosts
Sam meets a Viking ghost at the Farnsbys' house who has an unexpected connection to Thorfinn; Trevor devises a new method for the ghosts to trade favours. S2 E6
4:00 ANZ Premiership Netball
LIVE coverage of the opening match of Round 3 in the 2024 Premiership season as the Northern Stars host the Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic from the Pulman Arena in Papakura, Auckland.

6:00 The Big Bang Theory
Sheldon feels slighted when Professor Proton seeks advice from Leonard instead of him, and he seeks revenge by befriending a rival TV scientist. S7 E7
7:00 MOVIE: Kung Fu Panda
A brilliant & hilarious animated comedy with the voices of Jack Black, Angelina Jolie & Jackie Chan! a lazy panda must become a Kung Fu Master to save the Valley of Peace from an evil snow leopard.
8:45 MOVIE: Girls Trip
When four lifelong friends travel to New Orleans for the annual Essence Festival, sisterhoods are rekindled and wild sides are rediscovered. Stars Tiffany Haddish and Regina Hall. (2017)
11:10 MOVIE: Greed
Steve Coogan, Asa Butterfield and Isla Fisher star in this British satire about the world of the ultra-rich from BAFTA-Winning director Michael Winterbottom. (2019)

1:05 MOVIE: Father Figures
Upon learning that their mother has been lying to them for years about their allegedly deceased father, two fraternal twin brothers hit the road in order to find him. Starring Owen Wilson. (2017)
3:00 MOVIE: Human Traces
When a mysterious young man arrives on a remote Sub-Antarctic research station, secrets threaten the relationship of a married couple working on the island. Stars Sophie Henderson. (2017)
4:25 Fresh
Malo e lelei, Talofa lava Freshies, We're on the South side of TAMAKI MAKAURAU, ready to turn up for the Baddest Polynesian block party in the world! the one and ONLY POLYFEST 2024.
4:50 2 Tunes
5:00 Tomorrow's World
5:30 Infomercials
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6:00 Charles Stanley
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9:30 Dodo Heroes
Katherine Connor and her family run an elephant sanctuary in Thailand. She wants to rescue an older elephant, Pang Fai, to release her from chains forever. S1 E6
10:30 Dr.dee: Alaska Vet
Dr. Dee visits a ranch to check on a pack horse named Red, but she has to be careful. Red kicks like a mule! Dr. Terry and Nicole head to Arctic Village for a remote clinic. S2 E5
11:30 How Do Animals Do That?
Experts test how impressive dogs' noses are at picking up scents even under water. Plus, how and why do fireflies glow? And, how do ostriches run so fast?

12:00 All-American Makers
Brook & Brian help Marc vet big claims: a device that can 3D print, laser engrave and mill; a trashcan that scans items to create a grocery list.
1:00 You Have Been Warned
Count down through YouTube clips of the world's top 20 natural born thrillers including: the world's biggest wave rider and a death-Defying high board diver.
2:00 You LIVE in What?
Homeowners show off their homes created from converted historic spaces including a Japanese temple, a Texas church and an Arizona brothel. S3 E11
3:00 What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
Kevin and Grant build supersized robots and face off in a battle royale. They'll also find out a motorcycle can be built with just one wheel and what it takes to survive the perfect storm. S1B Ep8
3:55 Family Game Night
Families of all sizes are selected from the audience to compete in larger-than-Life versions of classic games for a chance to win cash, prizes and a brand new car.
4:55 Ocean Bounty
RMS Niagara sank in 1940 after striking a German mine. the second world war had arrived in New Zealand and settled beneath the surface of the Hauraki Gulf. S5 E13

6:00 Newshub Live
Newshub LIVE at 6pm presents comprehensive coverage of global and local news.
7:00 Food Rescue Kitchen
Naomi Toilalo is on a food rescue mission. Join her in Maketu as she challenges top chefs Kasey and Karena Bird to make a 3 course meal out of rescued food.
7:30 Vinnie Jones in the Country
Vinnie is determined to create his own oasis in Sussex as he battles bereavement following the death of his wife Tanya. But tensions boil with Builder Wobbly over a concrete pour.
8:30 MOVIE: Jack the Giant Slayer
Jack must save Isabelle from the giants after one of the magic beans that a monk gives him in exchange of his horse sprouts a giant beanstalk into the realm of the giants. Stars Nicholas Hoult (2013)
10:45 Dude You're Screwed
Primitive skills expert Matt is dropped into chest-Deep snow in the Arctic circle. Wearing nothing but his shorts and sandals, he has to find his way back to civilization. S1 E6
11:40 All-american Makers (Encore)
Brook & Brian help Marc vet big claims: a device that can 3D print, laser engrave and mill; a trashcan that scans items to create a grocery list.

12:35 Infomercials
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5:00 Leading the Way
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5:30 Charles Stanley
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11:30 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 Pūrākau
Animated story time series for children focusing on Māori myths and legends. Rangiwhakaekeau and his son Rangiteaorere posed the phrase, He kotahi nā Tūhoe, e kata te pō'.
6:40 Tamaiti Tū
A celebration of reo Māori life and play through the eyes of four boys from Ngāti Tūwharetoa. a motorbike outing ends in tears and a lesson in humility.
6:50 Taki Atu Taki Mai
Contemporary beats, melodic rhymes and captivating colours for pre-Schoolers.
7:00 Darwin and Newts
An animated series for youngsters who love to figure out how things work.
7:10 Tamariki Haka
Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills.
7:20 Te Pāmu Kūmara
It's the school holidays. While Pāora Patero and Grace are still plotting, Nan has a fun surprise for the tamariki.
7:30 He Rourou
An instructional cooking series aimed at tamariki and whānau.
7:40 Kāinga Whakapaipai
Join Ratema and Makurata on an action-packed journey of self-Discovery, learning new techniques and practises to fulfil their daily household chores.
7:55 Kia Mau
A fun sing-Along Māori performing arts series for children.
8:25 Haka Regionals 2024
LIVE: Coverage of the Tainui regional kapa haka competition held at the Claudelands Event Centre, Hamilton.

5:25 Yes to Success
On one of our longest travel days, we visit a region where Robett's whanau is from.

5:30 Hurō Ppi II
Jorian and Rhan share their unconventional whānau arrangement, as they co-Parent their ppi conceived through IVF with the help of a close friend.
6:00 Tōku Whare Kōhanga Reo
Communities give some much needed love to tired and run-Down kōhanga across New Zealand.
6:30 Kids Don't Come with a Manual
Arona is a mama to 5 teenagers and a 1 year old. the whānau has had to split where they live. She wants to know how to keep teenagers connected when they can't all LIVE under the same roof.
7:00 April and the Extraordinary World
1941. France asleep in the nineteenth century, governed by steam and Napoleon V, where scientists vanish mysteriously. Avril, a teenage girl, goes in search of her missing scientist parents.
8:45 What's Eating Gilbert Grape
A young man in a small Midwestern town struggles to care for his mentally-Disabled younger brother and morbidly obese mother while attempting to pursue his own happiness.
10:45 Sidewalk Karaoke
Te Hāmua Nikora hits the streets in search of karaoke talent.
11:15 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 Pūrākau
Animated story time series for children focusing on Māori myths and legends. Te Houtaewa of Te Kao is legendary. He is known to be the fastest runner of his time.
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8:00 Island of Mystery
Convinced the makutu is the work of the Ponaturi, Toro and Hikuroa head off. Unfortunately, they don't hear Josh tell them about the creature he saw in the puna. S2 Ep5
8:10 Tiki Towns
Tiki Towns tells the stories of NZ's Maori place names. in just one minute you'll find out how these towns got their names and what they mean.
8:15 Moe & Friends
Frank organises a surprise party for Gwen the Godwit, but he's in for a surprise himself.
8:25 Catdog
Dog is dismayed that his favourite milkbones are banned from Nearbug. / Dog eats so many pecan pies that a pecan tree grows in his head!
8:50 We Baby Bears
While exploring a lantern festival, the Bears encounter Panda's long-Lost family.
9:20 Kiri and Lou
Kiri and Lou feel tremendously relieved that their friendship, with all its difficulties and challenges, is finally over. or is it?
9:25 My Favourite Dead Person
Famous New Zealand pilot Jean Batten broke many world records. Follow along with our tamariki to learn more about her flights and exactly who she shared the cockpit with. S2 Ep4
9:35 Kea Kids News
Today on Kea Kids News: Kids are roping buckin' broncs! Runner wins with just one leg! Riding bikes will save some honks! and Chloe Swarbrick learns to dab!
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12:00 The Crowd Goes Wild
Join the team for an alternative dose of sports news, delivering the best (And worst) sporting moments the only way they know how, with a little cheek!
1:00 Judge Judy
With her outspoken style and hard-hitting decisiveness, Judge Judy single-Handedly sorts out family disputes and misdemeanours, one case at a time.
1:30 The Women's Game
The Women's Game covers sport like no kiwi show has before. Hosted by Laura McGoldrick, it celebrates and talks the biggest issues in women's sport with the people inside the game.
2:00 Super Rugby Pacific: Fij v Moa
Coverage of the DHL Super Rugby Pacific. Fijian Drua host the Moana Pasifika from Churchill Park, Lautoka.
4:25 The Chevron Championship
Event highlights of the Chevron Championship from the Club at Carlton Woods, Texas.

5:30 News First on Sky Open
Join the News First team for all the day's current events, sports, and weather.
6:00 American Pickers
In Texas, a family's vintage service station is just like a petroliana museum where the awesome inventory is all off limits. Back home, Dave delivers the goods on a rare pinball machine.
7:00 Super Rugby Pacific: Hig v for
Coverage of the DHL Super Rugby Pacific. Highlanders host the Force from Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin.
9:30 Weekend Mysteries: Birdsong
As Stephen Wraysford recovers from his injuries and prepares for a major offensive, he is haunted by the legacy of his affair. Pt 2 of 2
11:20 NRL Premiership: Nql v Pen
Coverage of the 2024 NRL Premiership Round 8: North Queensland Cowboys v Penrith Panthers at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

1:25 Closedown
Sky Open's regular programming returns at 6am with the best drama, factual, lifestyle, and comedy shows, plus free-to-Air sport!
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6:00 Catdog
Cat is tired of Dog being so un-Intelligent. / Winslow misses CatDog after they supposedly moved away
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