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Leave your baggage at the door when the inspirational and uplifting series Space Invaders returns for its biggest season yet, Saturday, February 4, at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.

Bigger and better, and with a new co-host, series three in 2023 will help families confront their overwhelming physical and emotional burdens and stop them drowning in utter clutter, amid the most awe-inspiring transformation of their lives.

This season our intrepid team of remarkable and passionate Space Invaders are the returning dynamic duo of declutter guru Peter Walsh and renovation queen Cherie Barber, joined by treasure hunter Angie Kent (Gogglebox, Bachelorette). They will show those in need how to literally clear their way to newfound happiness at home. 

Each week the Space Invaders will help desperate families lighten their homes and their hearts with amazing renovations and unbelievably huge transformations, while sharing decluttering tips and other tricks that can help us all improve our lives.

Angie, with a love of upcycling and finding new ways to bring old things back to life, uncovers each family’s treasured possessions, discovering their history and helping to rejuvenate them to take a special new place in a brand new space.

Peter’s mission is to lower the load of physical and emotional baggage that has overtaken homes and strained relationships, while empowering people to let go and live the life they deserve, happily clutter-free.

Cherie then takes on the most ambitious renovations yet, turning rooms that were once a jumbled mess into spectacular, jaw-dropping spaces that leave the homeowners gobsmacked.

Watch the emotional stakes rise to unprecedented levels as the extraordinary work of the Space Invaders gives these overwhelmed Aussies the helping hand they need the most – making entire families speechless and full of gratitude.

Space Invaders is produced by WTFN for the 9Network.

SPACE INVADERS
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4, AT 7.30PM ON CHANNEL 9 AND 9NOW

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For further information, please contact:
Sean Salter
Nine Publicity
ssalter@nine.com.au

Monday, January 30, 2023

Our funniest comedians join Andy Lee to find out what makes Aussies tick. New series starts Tuesday, February 7 at 9.00PM after MAFS on Channel 9 and 9Now.

The Hundred with Andy Lee returns to Channel 9 and 9Now on Tuesday, February 7, at 9.00pm after Married at First Sight, with top comedians joining 100 viewers Zooming in from all over the country to tell us what really makes Australia tick. 

Handpicked to represent the makeup of Australia, “The Hundred” will be standing by to be polled live and provide the stories behind the stats as three comedy panellists compete to see who knows Aussies best.

The Hundred with Andy Lee tackles the big talking points in a funny and irreverent way. Whatever topical story has gripped the nation, we will be finding out what Australia really thinks about it. 

Host Andy Lee will be joined by comedian Mike Goldstein and media personality Sophie Monk, who will feature in five episodes this season. A selection of top comedians will round out a trio each week to share their take on the hot topics at hand. They include Ross Noble, Tommy Little and Dave Thornton. 

In the first episode we’ll see how many of our Hundred have hooked up with a relative, what percentage of Aussies are siding with Harry and Meghan, and find out the main reason that Aussies lie.

Plus, the new series will feature a host of famous identities who will “Face The Hundred” to see how many people can put a name to the face. There is nowhere to hide, and pride is on the line. 

“One hundred per cent of me is pumped for The Hundred to return with Sophie Monk joining the show as a regular. If you don’t know much about stats, one hundred per cent is a lot. Heaps!” Andy said. 

The Hundred with Andy Lee is an original concept by Screentime Australia and Andy Lee, produced by Endemol Shine Australia in association with Channel 9. 

Friday, January 27, 2023

It’s down the final four in the Men’s draw on Day 12 of the 2023 Australian Open with both semi finals back-to-back on Channel 9HD and 9Now.

First up at 2.30pm it’s crowd favourite Stefanos Tsitsipas (world No.4) facing a tricky match-up against Karen Khachanov in what promises to be a closely fought encounter, with the winner going through to their first Australian Open final.  

Then from 7.30pm, Novak Djokovic’s quest for Australian Open title No.10 meets its next victim, American Tommy Paul, as the Serbian maestro looks to book his date with history in Sunday’s final.

If Paul can pull off an upset he will be the first American since Andre Agassi in 2003 to make a Men’s Australian Open final.

On Channel 9HD, the coverage is hosted by James Bracey, Roz Kelly and Tony Jones. In commentary is Jim Courier, Todd Woodbridge, Lleyton Hewitt, Jelena Dokic, Dylan Alcott, Casey Dellacqua, Sam Smith, Alicia Molik, Mark Philippoussis, Darren Cahill and Peter Psaltis.

Additional off-court reporting will come from Alicia Loxley, Clint Stanaway, Danika Mason and Madeline Slattery.

9Now has every match, every court available on device of your choosing, in full HD, with the new start-over button allowing fans to watch from the start of each session.

DAY SESSION
Starts 12.00pm AEDT
MIRZA/BOPANNA (IND) v STEFANI/MATOS (BRA)
STEFANOS TSITSIPAS (GRE) [3] v KAREN KHACHANOV [18]

NIGHT SESSION
Starts 7.30pm AEDT
NOVAK DJOKOVIC (SRB) [4] v TOMMY PAUL (USA)

Friday, January 27, 2023

The ‘Road to the Open’, Drive TV episode featuring Kia ambassador Dylan Alcott will air on the 9Network this Sunday 29 January in the lead up to the 2023 Australian Open Men’s Singles Final.

Ahead of the start of its fourth season, this special episode of Drive TV sees host Emma Notarfrancesco get behind the wheel with Australian of the Year 2022 and winner of 23 Grand Slam titles, Dylan Alcott AO.

A proud Kia ambassador, Dylan shares with the audience the road to his success. Including taking viewers back to where it all began serving up a few expert tips to show host Emma along the way. As well as sharing his favourite Melbourne coffee spot and why ‘the North’ is his place of choice.

Dylan also provides insights into how he drives and the role automotive manufacturers, like Kia, can play.

“I drive with my hands, is that wigging you out? It’s a bit like playing play-station,” says Dylan during the episode.

Drive’s Director of Content, James Ward says, “Dylan is a natural talent – both on the court and in front of the camera. Producing content pieces such as this with Kia Australia allows us to demonstrate the technology and features of a vehicle and bring it to life in a meaningful way.”

This Drive TV Production is the latest extension to Drive’s broadcast suite of content products. “This first project with Kia Australia is ultimately a human story”, said Drive’s Executive Producer Terry King. “Dylan is an inspiring individual and a respected brand ambassador. Collaborating with brands and their ambassadors in this way produces genuine and engaging content.”

Kia’s General Manager of Marketing Dean Norbiato agrees. “Dylan is such an inspiring Australian. Drive has done a cracking job in celebrating our relationship with Dylan, the Australian Open and one of our most exciting vehicles, the fully electric Kia EV6.

Drive TV launched in 2022 and is broadcast weekly on 9Network. Season four returns to air February 2023. To view previous episodes, please visit: https://www.drive.com.au/drivetv/

Drive presents ‘The Road to the Open: with Dylan Alcott’ on 9Network this Sunday 29 January at 1.30pm AEDT, 12.30pm AEST, 1.00pm ACsT, and 2.30pm AWST. 

For more information, please contact:
Caitlin Lynch, Senior Communications Manager, Nine 
clynch@nine.com.au 

Hayley O’Grady, PR and Trade Communications Manager, Drive
Hayley.ogrady@drive.com.au

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

The Novak Djokovic juggernaut rolls into the quarter finals on Day 10 of the 2023 Australian Open with Andrey Rublev, Karolina Pliskova and Aryna Sabalenka all featuring on Channel 9HD and 9Now from 11.00am.

In the night session, 25-year-old Andrey Rublev is on the hunt to stop nine-time Australian Open Champion Djokovic, who is chasing a record equalling 26th straight win on Rod Laver Arena, set by Monica Seles.

World no. 5 Aryna Sabalenka comes up against Croatian Donna Vekic who has dominated her competition so far to make it into her first-ever quarter final of the Australian Open. 

In the day session, the American Tommy Paul, fresh from upsetting Roberto Bautista Agut on his way to the quarters, meets his countryman in 20-year-old emerging star Ben Shelton.

Also featuring in today’s quarter finals match ups is former World no. 1 Karolina Pliskova, who will go head-to-head with Poland’s Magda Linette.

On Channel 9HD, the coverage is hosted by James Bracey, Roz Kelly and Tony Jones.In commentary is Jim Courier, Todd Woodbridge, Lleyton Hewitt, Jelena Dokic, Dylan Alcott, Casey Dellacqua, Sam Smith, Alicia Molik, Mark Philippoussis, Darren Cahill and Peter Psaltis.

Additional off-court reporting will come from Alicia Loxley, Matthew Pavlich, Clint Stanaway, Danika Mason and Madeline Slattery.

9Now has every match, every court available on device of your choosing, in full HD, with the new start-over button allowing fans to watch from the start of each session.

DAY SESSION
Starts 11.00am AEDT
LKAROLINA PLISKOVA (CZE) [30] v MAGDA LINETTE (POL)
ARYNA SABALENKA [5] v DONNA VEKIC (CRO)
BEN SHELTON (USA) v TOMMY PAUL (USA)

NIGHT SESSION
Starts 7.00pm AEDT
ANDREY RUBLEV [5] v NOVAK DJOKOVIC (SRB) [4]
GADECKI/POLMANS (AUS) v STEFANI/MATOS (BRA)

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Nine is expanding its AFL coverage even further in 2023, with 9Podcasts and 3AW today announcing a brand new line up of podcast hosts.

Each week, Australia’s biggest media personality, AFL journalist and commentator and former Collingwood President, Eddie McGuire will jump into the hot seat with three-time premiership player, and Norm Smith and Brownlow medalist, Jimmy Bartel. 

Released every Monday, the podcast will see the personalities react to the weekend that was, and set the agenda for the week to come by diving straight into the hottest topics in footy. It promises to be a no holds barred, no quarter given or taken, debate and discussion, that poses the big question: will Jimmy be able to handle Eddie?

Released every Monday, the podcast will see the personalities react to the weekend that was, and set the agenda for the week to come by diving straight into the hottest topics in footy. It promises to be a no holds barred, no quarter given or taken, debate and discussion, that poses the big question: will Jimmy be able to handle Eddie?

Eddie McGuire said, “Jimmy has become one of the strongest voices in football analysis. He understands the game as well as anyone, from being a champion player to his knowledge of list management not to mention his burgeoning media career. I’m excited to be discussing the game we love with an insider’s knowledge and supporter’s passion, while bringing the decision makers of the game to the debate.”

Joining the 9Podcasts AFL line up, is a fan favourite commentator, Anthony Hudson, who has called some of the most memorable moments in footy history. Huddo, as he is affectionately known, will sit down with the game’s greatest coaches and players to hear never-before-heard stories about iconic footy moments, life after footy, and plenty of banter and insight to get you hyped for the round ahead!

Huddo said: “I can’t wait to tell fantastic footy stories each week – talking with the game’s big names, reliving great moments and exploring the comprehensive 3AW archives starting with the 90’s which was an amazing era of football on and off the field.”

Eddie, Jimmy and Huddo round out 3AW’s spectacular coverage of the AFL, joining Jaqui Felgate, Matthew Lloyd, Leigh Matthews, Caroline Wilson, Tim Lane and a host of others, providing listeners with thought provoking debate and long form storytelling content that you can’t get anywhere else.

Nine’s new AFL podcasts by 9Podcasts will be available on all podcast platforms.

For further information, please contact: 
Caitlin Lynch, Senior Communications Manager, Nine
clynch@nine.com.au 

Monday, January 23, 2023

PREMIERING MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6 AT 9.00PM 
ON CHANNEL 9 AND 9NOW 

Australia’s hearts will be captivated in this new series filled with hope about the most emotional human experience of all – trying to have children – when Big Miracles premieres on Monday, February 6, at 9.00pm AEDT on Channel 9 and 9Now.

Starting a family is one of life’s greatest milestones and the utmost dream for many, but what happens when that dream seems impossible?

Lisa McCune, one of Australia’s most popular and successful screen and theatre actress, narrates this heartfelt series about the ultimate quest to create new life.

Big Miracles takes us on an intimate, emotionally powerful journey. We follow 10 brave and determined Australian couples and individuals as they navigate the raw and emotional road of trying to fall pregnant against overwhelming odds, through IVF and other fertility treatments.

We also witness the miraculous work of dedicated doctors, nurses and scientists committed to making their baby dreams come true.

Each year, a staggering one in six Australians will experience infertility. From women with endometriosis to men with low sperm counts or same sex couples that rely on surrogacy. Today more than ever before people are seeking the help of highly skilled fertility specialists to start a family.

While the specialists rely on cutting-edge science and technology to turn pregnancy dreams into reality, these couples and individuals must rely on hope and pure determination as they go through a physical, emotional and financial rollercoaster ride to parenthood.

Get ready to have your heartstrings pulled in this remarkable series of hope, heartache and triumph.

Big Miracles is produced by Ronde Media for the 9Network.

BIG MIRACLES
MONDAY FEBRUARY 6 AT 9.00PM ON CHANNEL 9 & 9NOW

DOWNLOAD MEDIA KIT HERE

For further information, please contact: 
Alessandra Muratore
Nine Publicity
alessandra.muratore@nine.com.au

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Its quarter final time on Day 9 of the 2023 Australian Open as Stefanos Tsitsipas, Jessica Pegula, Victoria Azarenka and Sebastian Korda bring the business end of the competition to life on Channel 9HD and 9Now.

In the night session from 7.00pm, the Greek God Stefanos Tsitsipas who has conquered all before him so far, will be looking to take the momentum he has built in Melbourne into his first finals match up against the Czech Republic’s Jiri Lehecka.

American world No.3 Jessica Pegula faces a resurgent Victoria Azarenka, who is looking to claim a big scalp as she aims to add to her tally of eight Grand Slam victories.

In the day session emerging American star Sebastian Korda takes on Karen Khachanov in an interesting match up where both players look to cement themselves as serious Grand Slam threats for years to come.

Also featuring in today’s quarter finals match ups is reigning Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina who will go head-to-head with Latvia’s Jelena Ostapenko.

Australian mixed doubles duo Lizette Cabrera and John-Patrick Smith begin Day 9 coverage from 11.00am as they look to progress into the semi-final stage of the competition.

On Channel 9HD, the coverage is hosted by James Bracey, Roz Kelly and Tony Jones, while over on 9Gem is Nick McArdle, Emma Lawrence and Seb Costello.

In commentary is Jim Courier, Todd Woodbridge, Lleyton Hewitt, Jelena Dokic, Dylan Alcott, Casey Dellacqua, Sam Smith, Alicia Molik, Mark Philippoussis, Darren Cahill and Peter Psaltis.

Additional off-court reporting will come from Alicia Loxley, Matthew Pavlich, Clint Stanaway, Danika Mason and Madeline Slattery.

9Now has every match, every court available on device of your choosing, in full HD, with the new start-over button allowing fans to watch from the start of each session.

DAY SESSION
Starts 11.00am AEDT
L. CABRERA/J. SMITH (AUS) v L. STEFANI/R. MATOS (BRA)
ELENA RYBAKINA (KAZ) [22] v JELENA OSTAPENKO (LAT) [17]
KAREN KHACHANOV [18] v SEBASTIAN KORDA (USA) [29]

NIGHT SESSION
Starts 7.00pm AEDT
JESSICA PEGULA (USA) [3] v VICTORIA AZARENKA [24]
STEFANOS TSITSIPAS (GRE) [3] v JIRI LEHECKA (CZE)

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

The Demon and the Djoker are ready to face off on Rod Laver Arena tonight, where they’ll light up the night session on Day 8 of the 2023 Australian Open, live and free on Channel 9HD, from 7.00pm.

Australia’s sole remaining hope in the singles draw, Alex de Minaur, gets his shot at taking down a Goliath of world tennis in nine-time Australian Open champion and Men’s Singles favourite, Novak Djokovic.

De Minaur will need to draw on every ounce of home support as the 23-year-old, currently ranked No.24 in the world, looks to make the Australian Open finals for the first time in his career.

Djokovic has been nursing a hamstring injury but history suggests it would be foolish to write off the Serbian, who has one eye on his 22nd Grand Slam victory where he’d join Rafael Nadal at the top of the all time list.

Also featuring today is the top ten ranked fourth round match-up between Andrey Rublev (No.5) and Holger Rune (No.9) will feature in the day session with a quarter finals berth on the line.

While the race for the Women’s singles title has been blown wide open and the challengers will be circling the 2023 title in the day session from 11.00am on Channel 9HD.

First up is Arnya Sabalenka (No.5) against Swizerland’s Belinda Bencic (No.12), before world No.4 Carolina Garcia of France looks to book her spot in the finals.

On Channel 9HD, the coverage is hosted by James Bracey, Roz Kelly and Tony Jones, while over on 9Gem is Nick McArdle, Emma Lawrence and Seb Costello.

In commentary is Jim Courier, Todd Woodbridge, Lleyton Hewitt, Jelena Dokic, Dylan Alcott, Casey Dellacqua, Sam Smith, Alicia Molik, Mark Philippoussis, Darren Cahill and Peter Psaltis.

Additional off-court reporting will come from Alicia Loxley, Matthew Pavlich, Clint Stanaway, Danika Mason and Madeline Slattery.

9Now has every match, every court available on device of your choosing, in full HD, with the new start-over button allowing fans to watch from the start of each session.

DAY SESSION
Starts 11.00am AEDT
ARYNA SABALENKA [5] v BELINDA BENCIC (SUI) [12]
CAROLINE GARCIA (FRA) [4] v MAGDA LINETTE (POL)
ANDREY RUBLEV [5] v HOLGER RUNE (DEN) [9]
DONNA VEKIC (CRO) v LINDA FRUHVIRTOVA (CZE) ON 9GEM
BEN SHELTON (USA) v J J WOLF (USA) ON 9GEM
ROBERTO BAUTISTA AGUT (ESP) [24] v TOMMY PAUL (USA) ON 9GEM

NIGHT SESSION
Starts 7.00pm AEDT
ALEX DE MINAUR (AUS) [22] v NOVAK DJOKOVIC (SER) [4]
HUNTER (AUS) /MERTENS (BEL) v GOLUBIC (SUI) / NICULESCU (ROU)

Monday, January 23, 2023

Daniil Medvedev, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Coco Gauff and Felix Auger-Aliassimeare all in action on day five of the 2023 Australian Open with live and free coverage on Channel 9HD, 9GemHD, plus every match, every court is available to stream on 9Now. 

In the night session from 7.00pm, 2022 men’s finalist and Djokovic’s main title challenger Daniil Medvedev takes to the court against rising star Sebastian Korda of the USA. Korda is out to pull off an upset and emulate his father Petr, who was the 1998 Australian Open Men’s champion. 

Tonight’s third round session also pits Karen Khachanov against crowd pleasing American Frances Tiafoe. 

Greek powerhouse Stefanos Tsitsipas highlights the day session against his next assignment, Tallon Griekspoor from the Netherlands. While No. 6 seed Felix Auger-Aliassime comes up against Argentinian Francisco Cerundolo. 

Aussies Jordan Thompson and Max Purcell begin their doubles campaign, and in the women’s event, it’s a USA showdown between No. 7 seed and 2022 French Open finalist Coco Gauff and Bernarda Pera. 

On Channel 9HD, the coverage will be hosted by James Bracey, Roz Kelly and Tony Jones, while on 9Gem, Nick McArdle, Emma Lawrence and Seb Costello will host Nine’s broadcast.

Commentary throughout the tournament will be provided by Jim Courier, Todd Woodbridge, Lleyton Hewitt, Jelena Dokic, Dylan Alcott, Casey Dellacqua, Sam Smith, Alicia Molik, Mark Philippoussis, Darren Cahill and Peter Psaltis.

Additional off-court reporting will come from Alicia Loxley, Matthew Pavlich, Clint Stanaway, Danika Mason and Madeline Slattery.

Throughout the duration of the tournament, Channel 9HD and 9GemHD will have the best matches and biggest moments live and free across 276 hours of tennis coverage.

9Now will provide every point of every match, at any time on the device of your choosing, in full HD, with the new start-over button allowing fans to watch from the start of each session.

DAY SESSION
Starts 11.00am AEDT
JANNIK SINNER (ITA) [15] v MARTON FUCSOVICS (HUN)
STEFANOS TSITSIPAS (GRE) [3] v TALLON GRIEKSPOOR (NED)
COCO GAUFF (USA) [7] v BERNARDA PERA (USA)
PURCELL / THOMPSON (AUS) v DURAN (ARG) / OSWALD (AUT)
JESSICA PEGULA (USA) [3] v MARTA KOSTYUK (UKR)
FELIX AUGER-ALIASSIME (CAN) [6] v FRANCISCO CERUNDOLO (ARG) [28]

NIGHT SESSION
Starts 7.00pm AEDT
KAREN KHACHANOV [18] v FRANCES TAIFOE (USA) [16] 
DANIIL MEDVEDEV [7] v SEBASTIAN KORDA (USA) [29]
HUBERT HURKACZ (POL) [10] v DENIS SHAPOVALOV (CAN) [20]
MARIA SAKKARI (GRE) [6] v LIN ZHU (CHN)

Friday, January 20, 2023