You’d be surprised.
Forget that for a moment. 60 Minutes’ habit of doing China stories, along with their obsession with royals, true crime, fads etc are becoming really tiresome.
Yeah Nine. Fall into line with the Australian and Chinese Governments talking points.
Absolutely.
Not really. These are topical and relevant issues that draw an audience.
Yeah but when it was somewhat credible they had a good variety of stories. Fast forward to today the variety is all of the above, not really anything groundbreaking.
Like, how many MH370 ‘breakthroughs’ have they had on the show? We still don’t know where the heck that plane disappeared into. At times it’s almost as if the show is leaning more and more into conspiracy theories than actual investigative journalism.
She does, but we still don’t really know how bad it is. Tbh we only know she has it and thats it.
SPECIAL EDITION
SUNDAY, MARCH 31, AT 8.40PM ON CHANNEL 9 & 9NOW
ELON MUSK’S CRASH COURSE
He’s not only one of the world’s wealthiest men, Elon Musk is also one of the smartest. There’s no doubt he’s an impressive high-tech visionary. As the boss of electric car maker Tesla, Musk’s long-held dream has been to produce fully autonomous vehicles. For the last decade he has repeatedly declared Tesla’s vaunted “autopilot” feature has been on the verge of solving the complex challenges of self-driving technology. But in a special edition of 60 MINUTES, Musk is accused of exaggerating the capability of Tesla’s achievements and lulling drivers into a false sense of security. This investigation, produced by The New York Times, reveals a serious gap between expectation and reality that’s already led to several fatal crashes.
Producer: Emma Schwartz, The New York Times
US ambassador to Australia, Caroline Kennedy, features in this Sunday’s episode.
📺 Ambassador Kennedy will soon drive a 2004 Ford Falcon into the outback to raise funds for the Cancer Council as part of the Shitbox Rally.
— U.S. Embassy Australia (@USEmbAustralia) April 4, 2024
This Sunday, she speaks to @60Mins about the 🇦🇺🇺🇸 cancer research that gives her hope and takes us for a spin in her shitbox. pic.twitter.com/NK041fbzGj
THIS WEEK ON 60 MINUTES
SUNDAY, APRIL 7, AT 8.45PM ON CHANNEL 9 & 9NOW
TRIAL AND TERROR
They are statistics that could not be more damning: One in five women in Australia over the age of 15 has experienced sexual violence. Yet only 13 per cent of sexual assaults are ever reported. But then the numbers get even worse. Few of the cases that are reported make it to court, and even fewer end in a conviction or a substantial punishment. It’s no surprise many survivors of these attacks accuse the justice system of causing more harm than good. They say that when giving evidence, they’re often made to feel blamed. But as Amelia Adams reports, some women have now had enough and are courageously fighting to force change.
Reporter: Amelia Adams
Producers: Anne Worthington, Serge Negus, Nina Funnell
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BOMBS AWAY
For the competitors, the indelicately named Shitbox Rally is a gruelling, week-long trek through the Australian Outback in a bomb of a car that’s likely to break down. But behind the larrikin humour and endless potholes, it’s serious business. Over the years the event has raised $44 million for cancer research, prevention and treatment. And that’s why this year’s rally will have a special guest entrant. Caroline Kennedy is not only part of America’s most famous political dynasty, she is also the United States Ambassador to Australia and, as she tells Tara Brown, by entering the Shitbox, she wants to recognise an initiative between our two countries that’s making impressive progress in the hunt for a cure for cancer.
Reporter: Tara Brown
Producers: Hannah Bowers, Sheree Gibson
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WOMB TO MOVE
At almost four months old, little Henry Bryant is not only very cute, he’s also a history maker. As are his mum Kirsty and grandmother Michelle. Last year, in an Australian medical first, Michelle donated her womb to her daughter in the hope of giving Kirsty a chance at becoming pregnant. It was a risky procedure for both women and there were no guarantees the transplant would succeed. But as Sylvia Jeffreys reports, Henry is now joyous proof it did.
Reporter: Sylvia Jeffreys
Producer: Lisa Brown
What are the chances of a 60 Minutes episode being produced to investigate this report in Nine’s newspapers today? Wouldn’t surprise me given it would be a good way for Nine to denigrate Seven’s name.
And then 9 has mid steps in the future and 7 goes hard on them.
I’d be careful anyone throwing stones.
Nine should be careful… as I’m sure Seven could access some damaging claims under their roof. If one starts, the other may go harder.
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THIS WEEK ON 60 MINUTES
SUNDAY, APRIL 14, AT 8.40PM ON CHANNEL 9 & 9NOW
COULDN’T CARE LESS
It’s not a proud boast, but this Sunday 60 MINUTES will broadcast what is without doubt some of the cruellest, most horrific vision ever seen on Australian television. It’s part of a major investigation by Tara Brown focusing on shocking accusations that disability support workers were mistreating a vulnerable person they were employed to look after. However, instead of caring for the woman, their attitude and actions screamed that they couldn’t care less. As Brown reveals, the workers smugly assumed that because the victim was unable to speak, their abuse would go undetected. But they were proved wrong when, in an extraordinary act of love, the woman’s elderly parents took the law into their own hands and used a hidden camera to expose the terrible truth.
Reporter: Tara Brown
Producers: Serge Negus, Anthony Dowsley
SNEAK PEEK
SAVING PARADISE
If you were to imagine the perfect tropical paradise – sunny skies, sparkling warm water and pristine beaches – Tuvalu is as close to it as anywhere on Earth. The country is a narrow strip of tiny islands halfway between Australia and Hawaii that’s made all the more special by its isolation. Yet for all its wonder, the people of Tuvalu are facing a devastating threat. Rising sea levels mean their home is disappearing. And what’s really frightening is how quickly it’s happening. But as Adam Hegarty reports, all is not lost yet. On 60 MINUTES, he travels to Tuvalu to meet the ingenious Australians who are working to raise the height of the island in an extraordinary engineering feat that also has significant political implications.
Reporter: Adam Hegarty
Producer: Natalie Clancy
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THIS WEEK ON 60 MINUTES
SUNDAY, APRIL 21, AT 8.40PM ON CHANNEL 9 & 9NOW
THE MENACE OF THE TAIPANS
They look mightily impressive. They’re relatively young. And they’ve cost more than three-and-a-half billion dollars to buy and operate. According to the top brass at the Defence Department though, Australia’s 46 MRH-90 Taipan helicopters are useless junk. Others say that they’re dangerous, as the country tragically saw last July when one crashed near Hamilton Island killing four Australian airmen from the 6th Aviation Regiment. It seems no surprise then that the helicopters have been taken out of service, and as the story goes, are about to be dumped in a great big hole at a secret Defence location. But what if it turns out that these machines aren’t as bad as we’re being told? In a special report for 60 MINUTES, Andrew Probyn, the National Affairs Editor for 9News, investigates the very real possibility that there’s another reason for the terrible accident, and it’s one that has nothing to do with the reliability, or otherwise, of the MRH-90.
Reporter: Andrew Probyn
Producer: Hannah Bowers
SNEAK PEEK
WONKY WONKA
It seemed like a good idea at the time. Scottish entrepreneur Billy Coull thought he’d make money, and just as importantly make a whole lot of children happy, by staging a Willy Wonka spectacular in Glasgow. His idea was to take an empty warehouse and fill it with the wonder of Roald Dahl’s imagination. Coull promised it’d be like nothing the kids had ever seen before. And he was right. But for all the wrong reasons. The show was a disaster of monumental proportions. Turns out, among Coull’s many failings, his greatest was to rely on artificial intelligence to plan and then sell the extravaganza. As Adam Hegarty discovered though, AI simply wasn’t smart enough to understand the magic of Willy Wonka. This attempt at fun not only turned to farce, it also became the subject of worldwide ridicule.
Reporter: Adam Hegarty
Producer: Sammi Taylor
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Background article about the failed Willy Wonka spectacular in Glasgow
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60 Minutes Australia launches 24/7 channel on 9Now
Viewers can now enjoy unlimited access to world-class journalism as 60 Minutes Australia debuts its 24/7 channel on 9Now.
From unearthing timeless stories about significant world events to exposing the misconduct of public figures, 60 Minutes Australia 24/7 offers an extensive library of heart-pounding investigations and thought-provoking interviews, which showcase the program’s never-ending commitment to producing the very best television reporting.
As Australia’s leading current affairs program and a long-cherished Sunday night tradition, 60 Minutes is now complemented by its 24/7 channel on 9Now. It cements 60 Minutes as the nation’s go-to destination for news beyond the headlines, anytime.
Led by distinguished journalists including Liz Hayes, Tara Brown, Nick McKenzie, Amelia Adams, Dimity Clancey, and Adam Hegarty, this award-winning program has shaped perspectives and sparked conversations since it was first broadcast on the 9Network in February 1979. 60 Minutes Australia 24/7 enables viewers to delve into the program’s rich history of compelling stories, featuring both past and present reporters who have contributed to the show’s impressive legacy.
Kirsty Thomson, Executive Producer of 60 Minutes, said: “Our commitment to delivering Australia’s finest journalism remains unwavering. With the launch of 60 Minutes Australia 24/7, viewers now have the opportunity to access our investigations whenever they want, reaffirming the enduring relevance and impact of our reporting.”
“This marks a significant milestone for 60 Minutes, highlighting the everlasting connection it maintains with its audience.”
Experience 60 Minutes Australia 24/7 now on 9Now.
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Has she done any reports for 60 in the past year or so? Feels like she’s more focused on Under Investigation rather than this. A shame if so as she’s one of their best reporters.
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THIS WEEK ON 60 MINUTES
SUNDAY, APRIL 28, AT 8.40PM ON CHANNEL 9 & 9NOW
HAVANA SYNDROME
Some people might applaud the ingenuity; most though would condemn the barbarity. A secret new weapon has apparently been developed and is being used to target hundreds of high-ranking United States government workers. Those affected include diplomats, military officials, and spies, who believe they’ve been struck down in mysterious circumstances by strange energy waves. After being attacked, the victims report a range of debilitating neurological ailments that have seriously impaired their lives. In this special report for 60 MINUTES, Dimity Clancey investigates the so-called “Havana Syndrome”. The condition got its name because it was first detected in Cuba, but there are no prizes for guessing it’s another country accused of engineering it.
Reporter: Dimity Clancey
Producers: Garry McNab, Nichola Younger
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RAPID SUCCESS
Between them, Jess Fox’s parents, Richard Fox and Myriam Fox-Jerusalmi, won 18 world titles in paddling, and were trailblazers in the sport. It’s little surprise then that from the moment Jess was born, she was destined to have the considerable skills and daring needed to race down rapids in a kayak and a canoe. What wasn’t predicted was just how successful she’d become. Experts now say Jess Fox is the greatest paddler of all time. And as Adam Hegarty reports, that’s the best news for Australia as this champion prepares for the Paris Games. It will be her fourth Olympics, another extraordinary feat, but even more significantly for Jess, this time there’s the strong chance she’ll be joined by a very special team mate: her sister, Noemie Fox.
Reporter: Adam Hegarty
Producer: Lisa Brown
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THIS WEEK ON 60 MINUTES
SUNDAY, MAY 5, AT 8.40PM ON CHANNEL 9 & 9NOW
NO WARNING, NO CHANCE
Dannielle Finlay-Jones should be alive today. On weekdays, she should be teaching students at the school where she worked. And on weekends, she should be playing sport and hanging out with her friends. Instead, she’s another murdered victim of domestic violence. Her family, though, don’t want their precious Danni to be a statistic. They want the system that failed her to be fixed. As Amelia Adams reports, Danni had been looking for love, and met Ashley Gaddie, a 33-year-old tradie with a long history of violence against women, on a dating app. But Danni didn’t know about his past, or that he was out on bail at the time, and with no warning about his real character, she stood no chance.
Reporter: Amelia Adams
Producer: Laura Sparkes
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A BEAUTIFUL MIND
Imagine being able to remember the day you were born. And from then on, every high and every low of every day of your life. For a tiny club of fewer than one hundred extraordinary people worldwide, this is no trick. Unbidden, and sometimes unwelcome, highly detailed memories constantly flood their thoughts. Eighteen-year-old Canadian Emily Nash is the latest and youngest person to be identified with Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory, or HSAM. But while Emily’s definitely the girl you want on your Trivial Pursuit team, her ambitions run higher. As she tells Tara Brown, she has volunteered herself, and her unforgettable and beautiful mind, to help those who can’t remember. And medical researchers couldn’t be happier, because they believe understanding Emily’s super brain will provide clues to better treat conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Reporter: Tara Brown
Producer: Sammi Taylor
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