Triumphs, Tragedies and Turmoil

The 9Network presents 2025: The Year That Was, this Sunday, December 7, at 7.00pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.

Join Samantha Armytage for a look back at the moments that shook the world and shaped our nation. This 90-minute national special is a sweeping review of 12 monumental months defined by global political chaos, domestic economic upheaval, beacons of hope and heartwarming triumphs. From the corridors of power in Washington to the miraculous safe return of stranded NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, we revisit the headlines that demanded our attention.

Key Highlights Include:

The Bright Side: Amid the chaos there were moments of pure joy in 2025. We relive the spectacular ocean landing that brought stranded NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams home safely; the heartwarming return of Valerie the dachshund; and the celebrations in Brisbane for a remarkable NRL-NRLW “deadly double”.

A Political Realignment: We examine how the cost-of-living squeeze put pressure on Aussies this year, as well as the road to the federal election that resulted in a stunning win for Anthony Albanese.

The Second Coming of Trump: The return of Donald Trump to the White House and how his second term captivated the world.

Crime & Consequences: The international obsession with the Erin Patterson triple-murder trial that ended with the sentencing of the “Mushroom Murderer”. Plus, the escalating youth-violence crisis in Victoria and the ongoing manhunt for anti-government extremist Dezi Freeman.

A Royal Reckoning: Scandal continued to plague the monarchy as King Charles stripped his younger brother, Andrew, of his titles.

Global Flashpoints: From Chinese warships sailing off the Australian coast to the expulsion of Iran’s ambassador, 2025 was a year of diplomatic tension. Yet hope emerged as a long-awaited Gaza ceasefire was finally brokered.

Nature’s Fury: Following devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, Australia faced its own “biblical deluge” with record-breaking floods in North Queensland and the NSW mid North Coast.
 

From the moments that left us speechless to the events that sparked a global conversation, tune in to witness history in review when 2025: The Year That Was premieres Sunday, December 7, at 7.00pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.

Producers: Tracey Hannaford and Alex Chance 

For further information, please contact:
9Network Publicity
Alex Dyer
alex.dyer@nine.com.au

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