9NETWORK IN 2027
9NETWORK SET TO DOMINATE IN 2027 WITH AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST SHOWS, NEW SHOWS, AND SPORTING MOMENTS
KEY ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Sylvia Jeffreys and Tom Steinfort named as new hosts of Today for 2027
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New and highly respected relationship expert Marryam Chehelnabi joins Married at First Sight
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Biggest ever year of sport sees Cricket, Netball and Basketball on Nine, two home World Cups, and road to 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games commence
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Season 23 of The Block undertakes the most ambitious project in the show’s history
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Two of Channel 9’s biggest shows, The Block and Love Island Australia, extend onto Stan for the first time with exciting new formats
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Golden Bachelor Australia Season 2 brings double the love with two eligible bachelors
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The Salvation Army’s Carols in the Domain finds a new home on Channel 9 and 9Now
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Ratings phenomenon The Floor Australia returns for a third season with Roger Corser
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Slate of gripping new documentaries to drop, including LIGHT: The Ian Roberts Story, Police, with the return of Naked City and Events that Changed Australia.
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Grammy Awards arrive on Channel 9 and 9Now
Australia’s biggest shows and sporting moments are set to ignite Australian audiences in 2027 with Nine announcing a slate of news, sport and entertainment across Channel 9 and 9Now at the 2027 Upfront.
Audiences can expect the biggest ever year of sport while some of the country’s biggest shows get new faces, new shows, and new unprecedented challenges. Nine’s trusted news and current affairs programs will continue to deliver quality journalism 365-days a year.
It follows a stellar 2026 for the 9Network, where its position was cemented as the No.1 commercial free-to-air network across the 5 City Metro in Total TV, winning year-to-date in key commercial demographics with People 25-54 (44.3%), People 16-39 (46.9%), Shoppers 18+ (42.4%) and Total People (42.4%). Nationally, 9Now is the No.1 commercial free-to-air BVOD platform, claiming People 25-54 (44.9%), People 16-39 (47.4%), Shoppers 18+ (43.3%) and Total People (43.4%).*
Nine Managing Director Streaming and Broadcast, Amanda Laing, said: “Across news, sport and entertainment, Channel 9 and 9Now continue to grow audiences, deepen engagement and create content that resonates with Australians.
“2027 is shaping up to be an enormous year for Channel 9 and 9Now and builds off the back of our ratings dominance in 2026. From January through to December, there is something for everyone.
“In News, our new Today hosts will steer the program into a new era - keeping Australians informed from the moment they wake up. In Sport, cricket, netball and basketball return to Nine with the 2027 men’s and women’s Ashes Series while a Netball World Cup in Sydney is set to ignite the city around the country’s largest participation sport for women. The crown jewel of international rugby union returns to Australian soil for the first time since 2003. All Wallabies matches played in the 2027 Rugby World Cup will be on Channel 9 and 9Now, with full coverage of every single match on Stan Sport live and on-demand. These events join our growing and premier sporting lineup in rugby league and Australian Open. And in Entertainment, our unscripted reality slate will continue to dominate ratings across Married At First Sight, The Block, and The Golden Bachelor.
“This content sits at the heart of a broader streaming and broadcast engine with Channel 9, 9Now and Stan all working together to drive fandom, engagement and growth. Never is this evidenced more than the extension of some of our biggest shows on to Stan. Our successful launch of MAFS: After the Dinner Party on Stan has created a new blueprint for further extensions to delight existing fans of our biggest shows and find new ones. Next year we’re excited two of our biggest shows - The Block and Love Island Australia - will extend onto Stan for the first time with never-before-seen formats.”
9Network continues to capture unmatched audience scale, from mega-events like the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, the Australian Open, and a historic State of Origin series, to an East Coast sweep by 9News and entertainment hits like Married at First Sight, Travel Guides, Tipping Point and The Block. 9Network’s consistent performance underscores its unwavering commitment to informing, entertaining, and connecting audiences week after week. As we look ahead, the 9Network remains committed to delivering more groundbreaking content.
*SOURCE: Source: OzTAM VOZ © 2026, TVMAP VOZ Analyser, National (incl Spill) and 5 City Metro (excl Spill), Nine Content, Total People and Multiple Demos, when watched, calendar YTD (up to 13.09.26). CFTA Shares, All Day. Total TV, BVOD.
LIGHT UP YOUR CHRISTMAS: THE SALVATION ARMY’S CAROLS IN THE DOMAIN ON CHANNEL 9 AND 9NOW
The 9Network is bringing Australia together to celebrate the magic of the holiday season, becoming the proud new home of The Salvation Army’s Carols in the Domain.
Hosted by A Current Affair’s Ally Langdon and 9News’ James Bracey, one of Australia’s most beloved festive traditions will broadcast live on Saturday, December 19, 2026, on Channel 9 and 9Now.
Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Royal Botanic Gardens, the 44th annual Carols in the Domain brings together a star-studded lineup of Australia’s finest performers from stage, screen, and song. Tens of thousands will gather under the stars in Sydney’s iconic Domain, while millions of families tune in from living rooms all across the country for an unforgettable night of soaring carols, festive surprises, and spectacular fireworks.
Ally Langdon said: “Christmas is all about family, togetherness, and tradition. I am so thrilled to join James to bring this magical night into living rooms right across Australia on Channel 9.”
James Bracey added: “Standing in the heart of Sydney, surrounded by tens of thousands of people singing along with Australia’s top talent - it doesn’t get better than this. It’s a privilege to welcome the ultimate Christmas celebration to its brand-new home on Channel 9.”
Celebrating 43 years of charity partnership with The Salvation Army, Nine is proud to connect audiences nationwide in the true spirit of togetherness.
*SOURCE: Source: OzTAM VOZ © 2026, TVMAP VOZ Analyser, National (incl Spill) and 5 City Metro (excl Spill), Nine Content, Total People and Multiple Demos, when watched, calendar YTD (up to 13.09.26). CFTA Shares, All Day. Total TV, BVOD.
NINE IN 2027
ENTERTAINMENT
MARRIED AT FIRST SIGHT
Australia’s No.1 reality TV show and most talked-about social experiment, Married at First Sight**,** makes its highly anticipated return for series 14.
This season, authentic Aussie singles from all walks of life are putting everything on the line, desperately seeking genuine, lasting love. Joining them on this unique pathway to connection are renowned sexologist Alessandra Rampolla, relationship expert John Aiken and the newest addition to the expert team in 2027, highly respected relationship expert Marryam Chehelnabi.
Bringing a fresh dynamic alongside Alessandra’s passionate approach to intimacy and John’s signature tough-love accountability, Marryam adds a powerful new dimension to the experiment. She was the lead therapist on Couples Therapy Australia, she holds a Master of Science in Medicine from the University of Sydney as well as a Master of Counselling and Applied Psychotherapy, and is a PACFA Registered Clinical Psychotherapist (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia). Her extensive background and wealth of experience will bring a fresh and distinctive perspective to the experiment.
The 2027 season promises unprecedented emotional depth, sharp twists, and explosive dynamics, with authentic heart and romance at the very centre of every story from the moment the couples step up to the altar. Get set for captivating aisle encounters, fiery Dinner Parties, intense Commitment Ceremonies that will reshape relationships overnight, and the ultimate search for enduring, transformative love.
Solidifying its place as an unmissable cultural phenomenon, the MAFS universe continues to thrive with the Stan Original series, MAFS: After The Dinner Party**,** streaming exclusively on Stan immediately following each televised Dinner Party. With hosts Jules Lund, Brittany Hockley and Laura Byrne returning to deliver the first unfiltered participant debriefs, exclusive unseen footage and in-depth expert commentary, it remains the ultimate destination for dedicated fans.
Prepare for an extraordinary season of instant sparks, raw vulnerability, and unforgettable television when Married at First Sight dominates Australian screens again in 2027.
Married at First Sight and MAFS: After The Dinner Party are produced by Endemol Shine Australia (ESA), part of media and entertainment group, Banijay Entertainment, for the 9Network and Stan.
THE BLOCK
In 2027, Australia’s biggest renovation show, The Block is taking on the most ambitious project in the show’s history. Its 23rd season sees contestants tackle epic heritage restorations after two years of new builds.
Channel 9 has acquired three grand heritage buildings from the Victorian Government, kickstarting a new future for Jacksons Hill in Sunbury, Victoria.
The historic site boasts some of the state’s oldest and most magnificent heritage architecture. The buildings were constructed 170 years ago in gold rush times as an industrial school, becoming a psychiatric hospital and most recently, a university campus.
Just 40 minutes northwest of Melbourne’s CBD, Sunbury is a historic community that captures a “little bit city, a little bit country” feel. Picturesque rolling hills, vineyards and its legacy as the birthplace of The Ashes give the area a distinct township charm.
Returning to co-host, Scott Cam and Shelley Craft will challenge five new teams to preserve and revitalise these landmark buildings while transforming them into The Block’s signature high-quality and aspirational family homes.
The Block: The House Next Door, premiering in 2027 on Stan will give Blockheads plenty to talk about when fan-favourite all-stars tackle a sixth renovation over the fence.
The Block is a Nine production in conjunction with Cavalier Television.
THE GOLDEN BACHELOR
After capturing the heart of the nation and redefining prime-time romance in 2025, the television event that proves love only gets better with age returns to the 9Network - bigger, bolder and with double the romance.
In a major new twist, The Golden Bachelor Australia will feature two very different Golden Bachelors, each bringing their own story, personality and approach to love as they embark on an extraordinary journey to find their second chance at forever.
And this time, the power of choice is in the women’s hands. As they get to know two men who couldn’t be more different, our remarkable group of vibrant Australian women will have the opportunity to follow their hearts, choose their own path and decide which Golden Bachelor could be the one for them.
Beloved host Samantha Armytage returns to guide them through the journey as new connections form, loyalties shift and the women take control of their romantic destinies.
With double the romance, twice the heartbreak, unexpected twists and plenty of unforgettable golden moments, Season 2 promises more emotion, more drama and two very different journeys to love.
The Golden Bachelor Australia is produced by Warner Bros. International Television Production Australia for the 9Network.
THE FLOOR
Get ready for round 3! The Floor is back in 2027, with another 81 contestants ready to put their knowledge, nerve and strategy to the ultimate test.
Host Rodger Corser returns as a new class of Australia’s sharpest minds step onto The Floor, all fighting for territory and the chance to take home the ultimate prize of $200,000.
Among this year’s 81 contestants are some familiar faces ready to swap their usual stomping grounds for The Floor, including comedian Peter Helliar, The Golden Bachelor’s Kim Morgan-Short, Olympic champion Kerri Pottharst, and Love Island’s Jess Losurdo.
The rules are simple, but surviving is anything but. Each contestant begins with a single tile and their own area of expertise, before challenging their neighbours to high-stakes trivia duels. Win and you take their territory. Lose and your game is over. As The Floor grows smaller, the pressure builds, alliances are tested and every decision could be the difference between going home and taking control.
With brand-new contestants, fresh categories and unexpected twists, Season 3 takes the competition to another level as players battle to outsmart, outplay and outlast each other.
Now firmly established as one of Australia’s most exciting family game shows, The Floor delivers edge-of-your-seat competition and addictive play-along trivia. But with only one contestant able to conquer it all, who will be left standing?
The Floor is a Talpa format produced by Eureka Productions for the 9Network.
TIPPING POINT
Fresh off its victory as the 2026 Logie Award winner for Most Popular Entertainment Program, afternoon powerhouse Tipping Point Australia returns for another thrilling season on the 9Network. Since taking the country by storm, the hit series has firmly cemented its crown as Australia’s No. 1 afternoon game show.
Beloved host Todd Woodbridge returns to the helm to guide a fresh batch of contestants through the ultimate test of strategy, luck and nerve. Pitting quick wits against the iconic machine for life-changing cash and prizes, Tipping Point Australia promises even more edge-of-your-seat entertainment for families nationwide.
Tipping Point Australia is produced by Endemol Shine Australia (ESA), part of media and entertainment group, Banijay Entertainment, for the 9Network.
TRAVEL GUIDES
Hot on the heels of winning its fifth consecutive TV Week Logie Award for Best Lifestyle Program, Travel Guides is back in 2027 for more holiday hijinks around the world.
It’s been more than a decade since our Guides first got their passports stamped, ticking off over 50 countries. This year they’ll hit ten more bucket-list destinations around the world: from the Pyramids of Giza, to the French island vibes of New Caledonia, the selfie-worthy shores of Santorini, and the wonderfully weird tropical North Queensland.
All of our loveable Guides will return, with the Fren Family, Kevin and Janetta, Matt and Brett, Kev, Dorian and Teng, and Karly and Bri bringing their fantastically unfiltered opinions on all things travel. And after their debut last year, Callum and Mitch from Love Island, and married country musicians Brooke and Adam, are back for more fun in the sun, while there will also be three new cast groups joining the action: married couple and fan favourites from The Block, Tom and Sarah-Jane; Olympic swimming royalty and sisters Cate and Bronte Campbell; and best mates Fletch and Lachie, hot off travelling the world and creating their own way of accessible travel under the handle Two Mates 1 Chair.
Whether they’re sipping champagne in first class or haggling in a village market, tasting questionable street food or trying adrenaline sports, our Guides navigate the globe with clashing sensibilities proving once again, one traveller’s five-star paradise can be another another’s horror show.
With narration from beloved Aussie comedian and actress Denise Scott, Travel Guides is produced by the 9Network.
LIGHT: THE IAN ROBERTS STORY
A groundbreaking new documentary, LIGHT: The Ian Roberts Story, delivers an unvarnished, boots and all account of one of the most transformative figures in Australian sporting history.
Widely considered one of the most feared and revered forwards to ever step onto a rugby league field, Ian Roberts played with relenting, bone-rattling intensity. And in 1995, at the peak of his career, Roberts made a decision that sent shockwaves through the code, the nation and the international sporting community. He publicly announced that he was gay, becoming the first elite male athlete in a major contact sport to come out while still playing.
LIGHT: The Ian Roberts Story dives into the personal turmoil, off-field battles and immense bravery he required to break the silence in a deeply traditional sporting culture. Through raw interviews, archival match footage and personal accounts, the documentary explores the heavy toll his revelation took on his life and career, alongside the enduring legacy of hope and visibility he created for generations to come.
LIGHT: The Ian Roberts Story distributed by Bonsai Films for the 9Network.
NAKED CITY
There are five million stories in the Naked City. This, is one of them.
The darkest criminals are linked by blood, crimes and conspiracies. But when cornered like snakes, they strike with venom.
Returning from the acclaimed crime documentary series Naked City: HITMEN, the 9Network presents Naked City: THE SNAKE PIT. Helmed by veteran crime journalist at The Age, John Silvester, this three part series cuts through mob mythology to expose the unvarnished reality of contract hits, street executions and the tangled, deadly nest in which Australia’s crime families slither.
Beyond the trigger men, the series turns its lens on the devastating fallout; giving voice to the victims and grieving families whilst police and key insiders break their silence to reveal the profound human toll from the country’s most heinous crimes.
Naked City: THE SNAKE PIT delivers the underworld stripped of its glamour: raw, unflinching, and told directly by those who survived the bite.
Naked City: THE SNAKE PIT is directed and produced by Michael Venables ADG & Graham Watson & edited by Billy Steele & Duncan Balmain with JAM TV for the 9Network.
POLICE
Police is the new premium observational documentary series taking viewers beyond the flashing lights and inside the real world of the Western Australia Police Force.
With remarkable access across the frontline and specialist policing, cameras ride alongside officers as ordinary shifts become extraordinary. From emergency callouts to quiet moments of community support and exceptional camaraderie, the series highlights the courage, composure and unwavering dedication of those who put themselves in harm’s way every day.
SWEAT IT OUT!
Sweat It Out! charts the wild, untold rise and fall of the iconic Australian music scene affectionately dubbed Oz Rock.
Proudly live and loud, this high-octane movement captured a country forging its identity through raw, uninhibited music and a relentless ethos of bands that toured longer, drove further, and played harder than anywhere else on the planet. From AC/DC to Zoot, the story comes alive through rare archival footage and first-hand accounts from the survivors who built a globally legendary sound out of beer-soaked pub floors and endless stretches of highway.
Sweat It Out! is produced by City Films Worldwide and Cathartic Pictures for the 9Network.
EVENTS THAT CHANGED AUSTRALIA
Following a hit debut, the groundbreaking documentary series Events That Changed Australia will return in 2027 to showcase more defining moments that shaped our nation.
This powerful series produced by Ronde Media blends rare archival footage and candid accounts from trusted journalists, eyewitnesses and first responders to examine Australia’s most pivotal historical turning points.
Season 1 captivated audiences with an in-depth look at landmark chapters, including critical moments of crisis and national resilience like the Lindt Cafe Siege, Bali Bombings, Cronulla Riots, and the devastating 2009 Black Saturday bushfires.
Season 2 is set to dive even deeper into the compelling stories, natural disasters and cultural shifts that rocked the country to its core and redefined what it means to be Australian.
THE 2027 GRAMMY AWARDS®
The 9Network delivers an all-access pass to music’s ultimate night, The 2027 GRAMMY Awards**®**.
Broadcasting live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, the 9Network will give you front-row access to unforgettable live performances and history-making awards from the
global music industry’s most prestigious night. Australian viewers can catch every moment live on Channel 9 and 9Now.
EMERGENCY
The high-stakes, fast-paced world of trauma care returns in a thrilling new season of Emergency. The series once again takes viewers behind the scenes at the Royal Melbourne Hospital’s Emergency Department, where dedicated medical professionals hold patients’ lives in their hands every day.
On the frontline, familiar doctors, including Dr Michael, Dr Emma, Dr Jonathon and Dr Luke, demonstrate exceptional medical skill paired with deep empathy as Emergency captures the real- life drama of an emergency department that never stops.
By following a range of intense, critical cases the series offers a powerful window into the human spirit. Moments of hope, profound humanity and surprising humour seamlessly balance the life and death intensity, celebrating both those who provide care and those receiving it.
Produced by WTFN exclusively for the 9Network.
FLEX
Wipe down the reformer and hold the cold plunge - FLEX is back, and the Eastern Suburbs’ favourite fitness obsessives are turning up the heat.
Fresh off its groundbreaking debut, Australia’s premier micro-reality series returns for Season 2 to dissect the price of perfection. Returning favourites Marcus, Henry, and Sarah are joined by a fresh batch of ultra-toned strivers navigating love, clout, and career meltdowns in Sydney’s most ruthless postcode. In a neighbourhood where image is everything and burnout is a status symbol, staying at the top is the ultimate workout.
Bigger drama. Sweatier secrets. Zero filters. Because in this playground, if you aren’t flexing, you’re fading.
Catch daily micro-episodes on socials and full episodes weekly on 9Now. @flex_the_series
NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS
A CURRENT AFFAIR
For decades, A Current Affair has been a trusted fixture in living rooms across Australia, and heading into 2027 it firmly remains the country’s No. 1 daily current affairs program.
Hosted by the multi award-winning Ally Langdon on week nights and the hugely experienced Deb Knight on Saturdays, the program is an essential daily destination for stories that shape the national conversation.
Built on relentless advocacy, ACA fights for fairness for Australians from all walks of life. From championing local heroes and batting for the underdogs to taking on big business and
holding governments to account, A Current Affair delivers genuine results for the people who need them most.
Beyond breaking exclusive stories and delivering high-impact investigations, the program has for 35 years provided an essential portrait of Australian life. It balances hard-hitting journalism with heartwarming feature stories, capturing quirky personalities, local triumphs and community resilience.
A Current Affair combines a mix of current news, investigations and human-interest stories each night that speak directly to what matters most and resonates with viewers.
60 MINUTES
Returning in 2027, for its 49th season, 60 Minutes continues to set the gold standard in Australian current affairs. Led by veteran investigative journalists Tara Brown, Nick McKenzie, Amelia Adams, Dimity Clancey, and Adam Hegarty, the flagship program remains dedicated to uncovering the truth, holding powerful institutions to account, and driving real-world change.
As a multi-platform powerhouse, 60 Minutes reaches audiences wherever they are - spanning Channel 9, 9Now, YouTube, and the Extra Minutes weekly podcast.
LONGFORM CURRENT AFFAIRS AND INVESTIGATION UNIT
Nine’s Longform Current Affairs and Investigations Unit continues to set the benchmark for high-impact investigative journalism, world-class storytelling and culturally defining event television. Throughout 2026, the team delivered a blockbuster slate of productions, including global investigative specials Andrew: The Downfall of a Prince and The Reckoning: Inside the Epstein Files, alongside inspiring personal profiles like A Remarkable Life: Richard Scolyer and Steve Irwin: A Wild Life, as well as 70 Years of Television. The compelling stories produced by the Unit extend audience reach by windowing across Channel 9, 9Now, YouTube and Stan.
Looking ahead to 2027, Nine’s Longform Current Affairs and Investigations Unit will expand this commitment by continuing to deliver the biggest domestic and international stories. By pairing unmatched access with powerful narrative documentary filmmaking, Nine will continue to keep millions of Australians connected to the major political, global and extraordinary human events that shape their world.
9NEWS
In a complex and fast-moving world, Australians continue to turn to 9News for trusted journalism, breaking news and the stories that matter.
In 2027, 9News continues to transform how news is produced, delivered, and experienced across every screen.
At the centre of this evolution is Future News, Nine’s biggest investment in news and current affairs in decades. The transformation is creating a modern, connected newsroom built to deliver trusted journalism faster and more seamlessly across Channel 9, 9Now, nine.com.au, mobile and social.
Audiences will continue to find more 9News wherever and however they choose to consume it, from Australia’s leading television bulletins to live and on-demand news on 9Now, breaking coverage across digital and social, and original formats designed specifically for emerging viewing habits.
For advertisers, this connected news ecosystem provides premium opportunities to reach highly engaged audiences within one of Australia’s most trusted and brand-safe media environments.
TODAY
Today is the breakfast show that kick-starts Australia’s daily conversation, bringing viewers the latest news, current affairs, sport, politics, entertainment and weather, with the Today team connecting with audiences from coast to coast.
In 2027, with new hosts Sylvia Jeffreys and Tom Steinfort, Today enters a new era. It will continue to be a morning ritual, combining the stories Australians need to know with the conversations, personalities and lighter moments that get the day started.
Offering a fresh and light-hearted take on news, entertainment, lifestyle and celebrity, Today Extra returns each weekday from 9.00am with David Campbell and new host Belinda Russell with its familiar mix of topical conversations, practical advice and fun.
And on weekends, Weekend Today keeps Australians across everything they need to know from home and around the world, with news, sport, weather, entertainment and plenty of weekend fun.
SPORT
AUSTRALIAN OPEN, GRAND SLAM TENNIS
The 2027 Australian Open will headline a smashing summer of tennis on Nine to kickstart the year of exclusive coverage of all four Grand Slams.
Beginning in January, a world class line up will represent their nations in the United Cup, while the Brisbane and Adelaide Internationals provide the perfect entree into Nine’s wall-to-wall, 15 day coverage of the 2027 Australian Open.
The world’s best players converge on Melbourne Park where a stellar commentary lineup featuring Todd Woodbridge, Jim Courier, Jelena Dokic, Alicia Molik, John McEnroe,
Dylan Alcott, John Millman, Casey Dellacqua and Sam Smith will put you on centre court for all the action.
Throughout the year tennis fans can keep their eye on the ball with every match from all four Grand Slams when Roland Garros, Wimbledon and the US Open are available exclusively across the 9Network, 9Now and Stan Sport.
Our best Australian talent will feature in Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup ties, with the Laver Cup streaming live and on demand on Stan Sport. The only place for world class tennis is here on Nine.
RUGBY LEAGUE
After locking in broadcast rights through to 2034, NRL on Nine will continue the meteoric rise of the most entertaining football code you can find in 2027, available live and free on Channel 9 or to stream on 9Now.
Home of the biggest games and the best commentary team there is, Nine’s Wide World of Sports will bring the season to life in February from Las Vegas for opening weekend when the Melbourne Storm take on the Wests Tigers. While at home in Australia, the long-awaited return of the Bears will take place from their new base in Perth, when they return to the NRL for the first time since 1999.
After another record breaking series, viewers will receive exclusive coverage of Men’s and Women’s State of Origin, plus the NRL Grand Final. Viewers also get Thursday Night, Friday Night and Sunday Afternoon NRL throughout the regular season, a fresh season of NRLW, plus the biggest magazine show in the game - 100% Footy, on the 9Network and 9Now.
The best lineup of rugby league commentators and experts will assemble on Nine’s Wide World of Sports for the 2027 NRL Telstra Premiership. A collection of legends and superstars including Internationals, Origin heroes, Premiership winners, Captains and even a Rugby League Immortal provide the voices and insight into what promises to be another jaw dropping year of NRL and NRLW action.
STATE OF ORIGIN 2027
The biggest rivalry in Australian sport is exclusive to Nine, when the Men’s and Women’s
2027 Ampol State of Origin is exclusive, live and free on Channel 9HD and 9Now.
All six games are only on Nine, and in 2027 we get a kiwi flavour with men’s game 2 schedule to be played in Auckland New Zealand for the first time in history,
In the Men’s series, record broadcast ratings tuned in as the NSW Blues flipped the script to stun the Queensland Maroons at home in a series-deciding game 3 to send Blues legend Laurie Daley on a winning note in 2026, putting the Maroons right back where they like to be, as underdogs, for the 2027 series.
In Women’s Origin, the superstar NSW Blues lineup will be out to make it three series wins in a row and will be wary of a Maroons outfit with plenty to prove.
With a lineup of the greatest players in Origin history to call the action, and unprecedented access to every key moment, there’s simply no place like Nine’s Wide World of Sports come Origin time.
WORLD ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2027
The World Athletics Championships are exclusive, live and free from Beijing, China from September 11 to 19 at the renowned Bird’s Nest National Stadium. Bringing together the top track and field talent on the planet. Global superstars across sprints, distance races, field events, and relays take center stage, creating high-stakes competition as world champions and Olympic medallists clash for ultimate global supremacy. Fans can follow every moment live and free across Australia on the 9Network and 9Now.
Leading the green-and-gold charge are world-class performers such as high jump stars Nicola Olyslagers, the defending world champion, and Eleanor Patterson, pole vault standout Nina Kennedy, and middle-distance sensation Jessica Hull.
Sprinters Lachlan Kennedy and Gout Gout will be out to deliver on the hype with their journeys promising to deliver box office viewing.
CRICKET - THE ASHES
Cricket’s greatest rivalry returns to Nine in spectacular fashion with exclusive, live, and free primetime coverage of the 2027 Ashes series in England.
Australian sports fans won’t miss a moment of the action as our men’s Test squad dons the whites to defend the urn on foreign soil. Nine will also broadcast every match of the Women’s Ashes, featuring a thrilling four-day Test, three ODIs, and three T20s live and free to audiences nationwide.
Legendary former Australian captain Mark Taylor leads Nine’s expert commentary team, delivering world-class analysis, deep insight, and unmatched passion for every ball of the iconic series.
NETBALL / SUPER NETBALL
Nine welcomes Netball Australia back to the family in 2027 with complete broadcast and streaming rights for Super Netball, the Australian Diamonds and the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027.
The season kicks off with the world’s premier domestic competition, Super Netball featuring eight powerhouse clubs delivering fast-paced matches with an unmatched level of physicality.
The high-stakes club action builds towards the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 from August 25 to September 5, 2027 in Sydney. Staged on a single court at the Sydney Superdome in Sydney Olympic Park, the 12-day, 64-match tournament will bring 16 nations together as the
world champions the Australian Diamonds defend their crown against the likes of New Zealand, Jamaica and England.
Across the network, Nine will deliver extensive multi-platform coverage designed to keep fans connected:
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Free-to-Air Matches: Super Netball regular-season games live and free across the 9Network and 9Now
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Finals & Internationals: Every Super Netball Finals match, every Australian Diamonds test match and key Netball World Cup 2027 games—including the semi-finals and final—broadcast live and free
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Digital & Streaming Access: Complete live coverage and on-demand streaming of every match across 9Now and Stan Sport
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Starting January 1, 2027, the 9Network, 9Now and Stan Sport will bring you every match, every rivalry and every milestone moment—live, direct, and free to all Australians.
SWIMMING
Nine will dive in with Dolphins in 2027 for a packed swimming schedule available live and free on the 9Network. As the LA 2028 Olympic Games approach, our current and emerging stars such as Kaylee Mckeown, Mollie O’Callaghan, Lani Pallister, Cam McEvoy, Meg Harris and Sam Short will be on display starting April 12 in Brisbane with the Australian Open Swimming Championships on 9Now. This is followed by World Championship Trials in Sydney on May 31 on Channel 9.
Then the Dolphins travel to Budapest to take on the best on the planet from July 10-18 in the World Championships, before finishing with the Australian Short Course Championships in Perth from September 29-October 1.
RUGBY UNION
Super Rugby Pacific and Super Rugby W will form the build up to Rugby World Cup 2027 when our Wallabies hopefuls will put their best foot forward for the Brumbies, Waratahs, Reds and Force against teams from New Zealand, Fiji and the greater Pacific. Stan Sport will be the only place to watch every match live and on demand.
Watch every International match played on home soil across Nine and Stan Sport with every International from across the globe live, on demand and exclusive to Stan Sport.
The game they play in heaven is set to continue its ascension and reach even greater heights in 2027.
RUGBY WORLD CUP
The crown jewel of international rugby union returns to Australian soil for the first time since 2003, and Nine will be the exclusive home of the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup. Featuring an expanded 24-team format competing in 52 matches across the nation, Nine will deliver comprehensive coverage across linear television, digital streaming and subscriber platforms.
The ultimate dedicated rugby destination for RWC 2027 will be Stan Sport, streaming every single match of the tournament live and on-demand. Rugby lovers can immerse themselves in complete match coverage, complemented by daily analysis shows, documentaries, full-match replays, mini-matches and exclusive behind-the-scenes access throughout the six-week spectacle.
Every Australian can take part in the host-nation excitement, with key tournament fixtures airing live and free on Channel 9 and 9Now. Free-to-air coverage features half of the total tournament matches, including every Wallabies game as they chase World Cup glory, both semi-finals, and the final live from Sydney on November 13, 2027.
Supported by Nine’s premier commentary team - featuring World Cup winners Tim Horan & Matt Burke, rugby legends Michael Hooper, Justin Harrison & Morgan Turinui along with Allana Ferguson and the voice of Rugby Sean Maloney plus an array of international stars and trusted analysts, the 9Network and Stan Sport provide full multi-platform access to ensure fans don’t miss a single tackle, try or defining moment.
LOS ANGELES 2028 OLYMPICS GAMES
The only destination for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games is here on Nine. Our Aussie heroes plot their path to glory in LA for what promises to be an unmissable, global sporting festival.
Whether on the track, in the pool or on the court, Nine will be the exclusive destination to follow Olympic champions and emerging superstars doing their thing on the world stage. Nine will also feature coverage of international events, domestic tournaments and long form storytelling on the Road to LA.
After a record medal haul for Australia at Paris 2024, the Green and gold will turn it up a notch to take momentum into a home Olympic Games at Brisbane 2032.
100% FOOTY
Home of the biggest opinions from those who count, footy fans are the winners as Nine’s flagship NRL primetime program 100% Footy gets supercharged in 2027. Featuring a star studded panel discussing, dissecting and disagreeing on the biggest issues in the game.
SUNDAY FOOTY SHOW NRL
The longest running rugby league panel show and fan favourite is back in 2027 when Andrew Johns, Billy Slater and Brad Fittler and special guests light up Sunday morning each week of the NRL season.
News, views and previews are all on the agenda along with plus the ‘award winning’ segment “Turn It Up” returns with the great characters of rugby league sharing their journeys every week on The Sunday Footy Show.
AFL SUNDAY FOOTY SHOW & FOOTY CLASSIFIED
Australia’s longest running AFL program, The Sunday Footy Show, hits its 35th season in 2027 and will continue to bring fans expert footy analysis, high-profile guests and spotlighting emerging talent.
The hard-hitting Footy Classified also returns to set the agenda for the 2027 AFL season. Tune in to the code’s best breaking-news and analysis program every week.
STILL TO COME IN 2026
THE BLOCK AUCTIONS
All eyes are on Mount Eliza as the 22nd season of The Block prepares to go under the hammer. Set in one of the Mornington Peninsula’s most affluent suburbs, the area offers a prestigious coastal lifestyle less than an hour’s drive from Melbourne CBD.
Defined by their breathtaking views and a “quiet luxury” coastal aesthetic, these five luxury family homes feature high-end tactile finishes, statement furniture and premium inclusions that have seen high-stakes room reveals and budget drama.
Competition is fierce this year as rivalries take centre stage with strategic game-playing and brutally honest critiques between contestants. The gloves are off as each team fights to outperform the rest and have the most attractive home come auction day.
With their spectacular water views across Port Phillip Bay to the city skyline, these properties deliver turn-key coastal perfection ready for buyers to move in.
The tension is sky-high - will they all sell and will The 2026 Blockheads make life changing money?
1 EURO HOUSE
Still to come in 2026, renowned interior design powerhouses Shaynna Blaze and Darren Palmer are tackling their biggest makeover yet in 1 Euro House. Taking on the ultimate renovation challenge, the duo will transform a crumbling property they purchased for just one euro in the picture-perfect Italian village of Castronovo into a breathtaking dream home.
This is far more than a standard makeover show, it’s a celebration of Italian culture, craftsmanship and local community. Teaming up with native artisans to blend bespoke
design with regional tradition, Shaynna and Darren passion-fuel every space with structural vision and bold styling. Culminating in an emotional, grand reveal, 1 Euro House proves that with enough creativity, even the most forgotten ruins can be brought back to glorious life.
1 Euro House is produced by Abode Entertainment.
LOVE ISLAND AUSTRALIA
Move over, America, the Aussies are stealing your love nest!
Love Island Australia is back for an eighth season, and this year it is taking over the renowned Love Island USA villa in tropical Fiji. The one and only Sophie Monk returns as host, bringing more than just smoking-hot singles to the ultimate dream destination.
This season’s villa will be controlled by The Power Couples, and you will not believe the absolute chaos they create. Who are they? All will be revealed.
ITV Creative Director, Alex Mavroidakis, said: “Last year was peak Love Island Australia, but we have found a way to make the show even better. Thanks to our American landlords, we’ve filled the best Love Island villa in the world with the most unfiltered and flawless-looking cast of singles.
“If you like non-stop shocks, epic betrayals, proper LOLs, love triangles and love stories, then the new season of Love Island Australia is the place for you.”
Season seven was the most-watched Love Island Australia ever, and it received a record number of finale votes. It saw significant year-on-year growth, with the launch episode numbering a whopping total of 680,000 viewers on 9Now. To date, Love Island Australia 2025 has recorded an average BVOD audience of 627,000 per episode, and 959 million minutes streamed.
Now, which new couple from season eight will resist the temptations, pass the love tests, emerge as the nation’s favourites, and win $50,000?
This season is getting ‘VillaMaxxed’ with an exclusive new extension on Stan for the first time - Love Island Australia: Unseen. Uncut. With daily drops of unseen and exclusive footage, audiences get VIP access to the Islanders in the raw. See for yourself the love and the drama as it plays out. It’s real villa life, in real time, unfiltered and unpredictable.
Love Island Australia, again narrated by our sharp-tongued Irishman Eoghan McDermott, is produced by ITV Studios Australia for the 9Network.
JAMIE DURIE’S FUTURE HOUSE
Still to come this year, Jamie Durie’s Future House returns for a second powerful season. Jamie will not only showcase the latest building, innovation and resilient design methods, but
also put a human face on the housing crisis, with so many ordinary Aussies desperate to find a place to call home. From a flood-relocated $1 heritage house to an “impossible” shipping
container project, a house rebuild to withstand a category two cyclone, and a partnership with Global Sisters to create a housing community for vulnerable single mothers. Jamie will also go back to where he began, with a monster backyard blitz on his property in northern NSW. The ultimate, self-sufficient infinity garden retreat is something you’ll have to see to believe.
Packed with cutting-edge tech, red-tape battles and emotional reveals, season two is out to revitalise the Great Australian dream.
Jamie Durie’s Future House is produced by Rawkus for the 9Network.
CHEFS AHOY
Chefs Ahoy is the vibrant and fast-paced new cooking competition sailing onto our screens. Hosted by Australian comedian Peter Helliar, this light-hearted and colourful series drops two top chefs per episode into a high-seas culinary battleground. Celebrating the ultimate comfort of ocean cruising, it takes viewers on an unforgettable journey across spectacular destinations – from the bustling streets of Korea and the sun-soaked shores of Greece, to the vibrant cultures of Japan and Spain. Part high-stakes battle, part travel adventure, and all foodie delight, each episode puts destination-inspired cuisine front and centre as the rival chefs explore local ports, taste authentic flavours, and immerse themselves in the local culture in order to craft their ultimate signature dish.
The heat rises as Australia’s culinary favourites go head-to-head in epic high-seas showdowns: Miguel Maestre vs. Dan Hong, Minoli De Silva vs. Courtney Roulston, Vincent Yeow Lim vs. Alice Zaslavsky, and Mark LaBrooy vs. Khanh Ong.
Tasked with scaling up their inspired recipes alongside the ship’s highly skilled culinary crew in unfamiliar kitchens, the pressure reaches boiling point with their reputations on the line. The chefs face a massive judging panel, with up to 4,000 passengers casting their votes at "The Captain’s Dinner” aboard one of Princess Cruises’ premium and luxuriously appointed ships. Only one chef in each destination can sail away victorious – making this delicious voyage around the world an energetic cook-up not to be missed.
Chefs Ahoy is a Rawkus production in partnership with Princess Cruises for the 9Network.
2026 NRL GRAND FINAL DAY
The 2026 Telstra NRL Premiers will be crowned exclusive, live and free on Channel 9 and 9Now. 16 hours of continuous Grand Final coverage from Accor Stadium will kick off with Weekend Today, Wide World of Sports and the Sunday Footy Show before we’re on field for the NRL State Championship and NRLW Grand Final played back to back.
Celebrate a huge season with pre game entertainment from 6.30pm before the two best teams of the season fight for premiership glory.
MELBOURNE CUP
As the official home of the iconic Melbourne Cup Carnival, the 9Network is set to deliver four spectacular days of elite racing, high fashion and trackside entertainment. Returning to lead the broadcast, Eddie McGuire anchors the action from the on-course studio, with James Bracey capturing the tension live from the Mounting Yard and Francesca Cumani bringing her world-class racing expertise. Form analysts David Gately, Ally Mosley and Grace Hayes will provide key insights, while Billy Slater rides horse-back securing exclusive
post-race interviews and Tony Jones chats with the biggest names in the sport.
Off the track, Sylvia Jeffreys, Jelena Dokic and Felix Von Hofe bring viewers all the glamour, celebrity style and runway excitement straight from the Birdcage and Fashions on the Field. With full race replays and enhanced digital coverage on 9Now, fans won’t miss a single second across all four major racedays:
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Howden Victoria Derby Day – Saturday, October 31
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Lexus Melbourne Cup Day – Tuesday, November 3
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Crown Oaks Day – Thursday, November 5
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TAB Champions Stakes Day – Saturday, November 7
CHRISTMAS MAGIC ON CHANNEL 9
For generations, Christmas has been defined by the traditions that bring Australian families together. This year, 9Network lights up screens across the country with every magical event, from iconic street pageants to candlelit carols under the stars.
The festive journey begins in South Australia on Saturday, November 14 for the 2026 National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant. Live from the streets of Adelaide, join 9News’ Brenton Ragless and Alice Monfries to experience the Southern Hemisphere’s largest Christmas parade, a timeless spectacle of colourful floats, marching bands, dancers, and the long awaited arrival of Father Christmas.
The celebration continues in Queensland on Saturday, December 12 with the Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols from Brisbane’s Riverstage. This broadcast celebrates the warmth and wonder of the season with spectacular performances from Australia’s most talented artists. Proudly supporting the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust, the event unites viewers in a night of music and community spirit.
The tradition continues on Sydney’s grandest stage on Saturday, December 19, as Channel 9 becomes the proud new home for the 44th annual The Salvation Army’s Carols in the Domain, delivering Australia’s largest outdoor Christmas concert live into homes across the nation.
Hosted by A Current Affair’s Ally Langdon and 9News’ James Bracey, the milestone event set against the backdrop of Sydney Harbour features Australia’s finest talent, soaring carols, and spectacular fireworks, while celebrating 43 years of charity partnership with The Salvation Army.
Finally, gather your loved ones on Christmas Eve for the ultimate Australian tradition Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight. Broadcast live from Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl at 8.00pm on Channel 9 and 9Now, the country’s finest performers come together for an unforgettable night of music, hope, and charity, raising vital funds for children who are blind or have low vision.
Celebrate the true spirit of the season right here on Channel 9 and 9Now.
BASKETBALL
Nine and the National Basketball League have united to become Australia’s home of free-to-air basketball, starting Saturday 19 September, 2026.
The NBL is Australasia’s premier professional basketball competition, featuring 10 teams—nine based across Australia and one in New Zealand. The 29-round regular season sees the top six teams advance to the Finals, battling through a Play-In Tournament, Semifinals and a Grand Final series to determine the champion.
The 2026/27 Hungry Jacks NBL season will feature Australia’s best talent, showcasing elite homegrown stars, international imports and the next generation of global superstars.
Nine’s coverage of the NBL season will include:
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Two Marquee Games Per Week: Saturday evenings, Live and Free on the 9Network and 9Now
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NBL Finals Series: See all games live and free
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NBL Overtime: A dedicated weekly show delivering deep-dive analysis, highlights and exclusive access
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9Now Integration: A dedicated NBL hub featuring highlights, classic games and catch-up content
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Wide World of Sports Coverage: Comprehensive news and editorial support across Nine’s digital and sports broadcast platforms
The NBL joins the WNBL on Nine and will help build on the sport’s unprecedented growth and bring elite basketball to the widest audience in Australia.
SYDNEY HOBART
The 9Network will be the exclusive home of the annual Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. Marking its 81st edition, this iconic and thrilling race has set sail from Sydney Harbour every year since 1945 (other than 2020).
Renowned for its fierce competition across 628 nautical miles and breathtaking scenes of Australia’s coastline, the Sydney Hobart is a staple of the Australian summer and a Boxing Day tradition.
Viewers around the country will be able to enjoy live coverage called by Matt Hill on December 26, 2026, capturing the excitement, triumphs, and challenges of this legendary fleet as they tackle the ocean journey to Constitution Dock.
GOLF
Wide World of Sports is the only place to be for live and free action of the two big weeks of the Australian summer of golf, featuring Masters champion Rory McIlroy taking on Aussies Cameron Smith, Min Woo Lee and Adam Scott back on home soil, plus British Open champion Ryan Fox from New Zealand.
First up from November 26 is the BMW Australian PGA Championship at The Lakes Golf Club in Sydney where a world class field will battle it out for a record $2.5m AUD in prize money.
Then it’s on to the national championship, with the men’s Capital.com Australian Open in Melbourne from December 3 from Kingston Heath Golf Club on Melbourne’s world-famous Sandbelt, featuring back to back Masters champion Rory McIlroy.
That isn’t all for golf on the 9Network and 9Now, with two women’s major golf events set to be broadcast on free to air television when the world’s best tee it up for the standalone women’s Australian Open and Australian WPGA Championship in March.
PARAMEDICS
Paramedics, the hit observational documentary series, returns. Follow emergency frontline ambulance crews and critical care teams as they respond to everyday Aussies experiencing their worst days. From critical callouts to quiet moments of care and everyday humour, the series continues to highlight the dedication, empathy and steady composure of first responders who step up when help is needed most.
Paramedics is produced by WTFN production for the 9Network.
BUDGET BATTLERS
Returning for a third season when Aussies need it most, Budget Battlers is tackling the cost-of-living crisis head on. Former Block favourite Jess Eva is back on the tools, bringing her trademark heart, humour and clever DIY tips to everyday Aussie heroes. Each week the Budget Battlers team take on ambitious home transformations with a razor-thin budget and just five days to complete, finding creative ways to make a meaningful difference without breaking the bank. With big ideas, practical solutions and plenty of heart, Budget Battlers proves you don’t need a big budget to create a big impact.
Budget Battlers is produced by Maker Media for the 9Network.
CHÂTEAU DIY AUSTRALIA
Château DIY Australia, a five-part series from the creators of Escape to the Château, follows adventurous Australians as they embark on a new life in France, restoring abandoned châteaux to their former magnificence, coming to the 9Network later this year.
The program showcases Aussie château enthusiasts and owners as they uncover secrets, discover unpolished gems, and pick up bargains. Viewers will watch as they navigate all sorts of challenges – from crumbling ceilings and timeworn turrets to dreaded termites – in transforming their château dreams into reality, and leaving a lasting legacy in the stunning French countryside.
Château DIY Australia is produced by Spark Media Partners for the 9Network in association with Cineflix Rights.
TARONGA
The award-winning observational documentary series Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo returns for its seventh season, taking viewers on another all-access journey behind the scenes of Taronga Zoo Sydney and Taronga Western Plains Zoo.
Australian actress Lisa Hensley joins the program as the new narrator, with her celebrated voice guiding viewers through the extraordinary world of the keepers, veterinarians and specialists caring for the zoos’ furry, feathered and scaly residents.
Season seven delivers an unforgettable look at modern animal care – from delicate eye surgery on an ageing sea lion and emergency hospital care for a senior koala, to the staggering logistical feat of relocating a 1.7-tonne rhinoceros and bidding farewell to the western lowland gorillas.
From groundbreaking breeding programs and cutting-edge technology to hands-on enrichment and vital field research, the core message of Taronga remains steadfast: ensuring a shared future for both wildlife and people.
Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo is produced by McAvoy Media for the 9Network.
FOR THE LOVE OF PETS
For The Love of Pets**,** the heart-warming series about the amazing staff and volunteers who save the lives of animals every day, returns for its third season.This season will see Australian actor and host Rodger Corser join the show as the new narrator, taking viewers on the journey of the highs and lows on the frontline of care for our beloved pets.
Season three will be based in RSPCA Queensland and QVS Pet Emergency and will give audiences unparalleled, behind the scenes access to witness the incredible work of these organisations as they care for thousands of animals each year.
For The Love of Pets is produced by Context Media for the 9Network.
