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The cream has risen to the top for the Australian Open Men’s Singles final, when Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev will square off, live and free on the 9Network, tonight from 6.30pm AEDT.

It all comes down to a showdown between the two men ranked no.1 and no.2 in the world. 

Italy’s Jannik Sinner has stayed composed under pressure, blocking any outside noise to surge through to the final as the reigning champion looks to claim his third Grand Slam title. 

Zverev is yet to win a Slam final in two previous attempts, going down in five sets on both occasions, as another hard fought contest on Rod Laver Arena awaits.

In commentary for Nine’s Wide World of Sports is Todd Woodbridge, Jim Courier, Lleyton Hewitt, John Millman and their host, James Bracey.

The Afternoon Serve is live from 2.00pm AEDT to preview the final day of play. The women’s doubles final will follow at 3.00pm AEDT. 

Fans will have the ability to watch every point of every match, at any time live, free and on any device in HD on 9Now.

Night Session	Begins 7.30pm AEDT
	Jannik Sinner (ITA) [1] v Alexander Zverev (GER) [2]

Stream – 9Now Every Match, Every Court

Sunday, January 26, 2025

It’s down to the champ and the challenger when Aryna Sabalenka and Madison Keys face off in the Australian Open Women’s Singles Final, live and free on the 9Network, tomorrow – Saturday January 25, from 6.30pm AEDT.

Hunting a three-peat of Australian Open singles titles, world no.1 Sabalenka has dismantled all of her opponents on the way to the final, where she meets resurgent American Keys, who is yet to lose a match in the Australian summer of Tennis.

Holding a favourable 4-1 win record over Keys, Sabelanka is chasing history as she sets her sights on joining Evonne Goolagong Cawley, Steffi Graf, Margaret Court, Monica Seles and Martina Hingis as the only women to win three consecutive Australian Open singles titles. 

Channel 9 expert commentator, Jelena Dokic, said: “This shapes as a great match up between the two best women’s players of the Aussie summer.”

“After winning the lead up events in Brisbane and Adelaide, Sabalenka and Keys remain unbeaten and are now chasing their own slice of history.

“Sabalenka is deserving of a seat at the table with the five greats who have claimed an Australian Open three-peat, but needs to contend with Keys who wants to claim her breakthrough Grand Slam slam title.

“Last time they met at a Slam was the 2023 US Open and it was an epic three-set encounter. This looks to be one as well between two of the biggest hitters in Women’s tennis.”

The Afternoon Serve is live from 4.00pm AEDT to preview the final day of the women’s singles draw. Australia’s most successful individual Olympian of all time, Kaylee McKeown, and 200m freestyle gold medallist Mollie O’Callaghan join the show as special guests. 

Fans will have the ability to watch every point of each match, at any time live, free and on any device in HD on 9Now.

Night Session	Begins 7.30pm AEDT
	Aryna Sabalenka [1] v Madison Keys (USA) (19)

Stream – 9Now Every Match, Every Court

Friday, January 24, 2025

Australia’s favourite game show, Tipping Point, returns on Monday, January 27, at 5.00pm on Channel 9 and 9Now for an exciting new season. 

Following his commentary duties at the Australian Open, tennis legend Todd Woodbridge is back to host Australia’s No.1 afternoon game show, which pushes contestants’ luck to the brink.

Get ready for more nailbiting moments, thrilling trivia, and the mesmerising coin-drop machine that keeps audiences guessing until the very last second.

Since launching in 2024,Tipping Point Australia has quickly become Australia’s No.1 daily game show.

Building on its success with viewers across the nation, in 2025 Tipping Point Australia promises to deliver even more excitement, heart-pounding drama and unforgettable moments as contestants battle it out for cash prizes. 

This year there will be a fresh slate of contestants from all walks of life, each bringing their own stories, strategies and personalities to the table. It all starts with a thrilling episode on Monday, where Todd puts three new contestants to the test. 

Paediatric doctor-in-training Hannah, 38, retail operation manager Suzanne, 56, and lumbar yard manager Jakob, 25, will go head to head to make it to the jackpot round. Who will take home the cash?

Todd Woodbridge said: “I’m thrilled to bring Tipping Point Australia back to our incredible fans. Tipping Point has captivated audiences with its unique blend of knowledge and luck, becoming a staple of Australian television. 

“The new season will continue to celebrate the show’s signature blend of suspenseful game play and heartwarming moments, showcasing the highs and lows of contestants’ journeys.”

Tipping Point Australia returns Monday, January 27, and continues week nights at 5.00pm on Channel 9. 

For further information, please contact:
Alexandra Maiolo
Nine Publicity
alexandra.maiolo@nine.com.au

Friday, January 24, 2025

An All Aussie Mixed Doubles Final and the heavy hitters of the men’s draw will wage war in the semi finals on Australian Open Day 13, live and free on the 9Network.

Australia is guaranteed a Grand Slam victory when Kimberly Birrell (AUS)/John-Patrick Smith (AUS) face Olivia Gadecki (AUS)/John Peers (AUS) in the Mixed Doubles Final from 12.00pm AEDT.

The King of Melbourne Park Novak Djokovic meets his next hurdle to a 25th Grand Slam title when he meets German world no.2 Alexander Zverev during the Day Session. Zverev is yet to beat Djokovic at a Slam in their three meetings, and is hell bent on winning his first Slam following defeats in the French and US Open finals. 

The youthful exuberance of Ben Shelton meets world no.1 Jannik Sinner at night on Rod Laver Arena, where the big serving American who holds the fastest serve of the tournament so far at 232 km/hr, will need every piece of his arsenal to overcome the reigning champion.

The only ever female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup, Michelle Payne, plus flying Melbourne Storm winger Will Warbrick join The Morning Serve as special guests live from 11.00am AEDT.

Throughout the 2025 Australian Open, fans will have the ability to watch every point of every match, at any time live, free and on any device in HD on 9Now.

Day Session	12.00pm AEDT – Friday January 24
	Kimberly Birrell (AUS)/John-Patrick Smith (AUS) v Olivia Gadecki (AUS)/John Peers (AUS)
	Alexander Zverev (GER) [2] v Novak Djokovic (SRB) [7]
Night Session	Begins 7.00pm AEDT
	Jannik Sinner (ITA) [1] v Ben Shelton (USA) (21)

Stream – 9Now Every Match, Every Court

Friday, January 24, 2025

Find home harmony and inner calm when Space Invaders returns to help you say goodbye to your household clutter and stress, Saturday, February 8, at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.

Learn how to improve your life by changing your mindset and find out how to take action, as our compassionate team of Space Invaders share their invaluable tips in the fifth season of this heartfelt program.

Join decluttering expert Peter Walsh, renovation specialist Cherie Barber and collector Angie Kent as they come together to guide families through a whole mess of challenges with their homes and hearts.

Understanding that navigating renovations and transformations can be overwhelming, our Space Invaders offer practical decluttering strategies and emotional support as they use their skills, compassion and humour to guide struggling Aussies through a life-changing journey of amazing household rejuvenation.

Peter addresses the physical and emotional aspects of clutter, recognising the impact it can have on homes and relationships, as he encourages families to cultivate a more organised and peaceful environment.

Cherie undertakes unbelievable renovations, completely transforming multiple spaces in days to create a sense of calm within, while Angie uncovers hidden treasures with an often remarkable history.

With heart and hope, our home helpers will transform the lives of families in need and leave them speechless with the breathtaking home improvements they need to work towards creating more organised and harmonious lives.

Space Invaders is produced by WTFN for the 9Network.  

SPACE INVADERS
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, AT 7.30PM ON CHANNEL 9 AND 9NOW

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LIKE @SpaceInvadersTV on Facebook
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Stream for free on 9NOW

For further information, please contact:
Madison Long
Publicity and Talent Coordinator 
madison.long@nine.com.au 

Thursday, January 23, 2025

The Sydney Morning Herald is establishing a Parramatta bureau, as the city’s longest-serving masthead looks to the geographical heart of Sydney to drive subscriber growth.

With investment including funding for office space in the Parramatta central business district and a marketing campaign, the bureau will ensure the Herald is in the beating heart of a city undergoing rapid transformation. 

The expansion doubles down on the masthead’s enhanced coverage over recent years of the important issues and exciting changes playing out in western Sydney. Set to operate by March, the Parramatta team will cover urban affairs, education, health, culture, sport, politics, transport and any other issues worthy of coverage. 

As the population surges in Parramatta and its surrounding suburbs, the region is undergoing a once-in-a-generation boom. The building of the Powerhouse Parramatta represents the largest cultural investment in Sydney since the Opera House in 1959, Metro West and light rail are reshaping the area, and the food and culture scene is rapidly evolving. 

The team – which will be recruited externally and internally – will report to the Herald’s associate editor and state topic editor Kathryn Wicks. Journalists from the masthead’s North Sydney newsroom will also undertake short-term rotations in the bureau.   

“The opening of our new bureau in Parramatta is one of a number of new investments across the publishing business designed to drive growth,” said Herald editor Bevan Shields. 

“A big part of the Herald’s success of late has been our exceptional coverage of Sydney, and this expansion allows us to double down on that winning formula. I am excited to see how our Parramatta team will push the boundaries of editorial innovation. 

“Sydney readers are hungry for quality coverage of their suburb and we are ready to meet that demand. This strategy will also allow us to better reflect the diversity of our city, which is an important focus for the Herald.”

For further information, please contact:
Adrian Motte
Senior Communications Manager – Trade & Publishing
amotte@nine.com.au

Thursday, January 23, 2025

Back-to-back women’s singles semi finals will headline Australian Open Day 12, live and free on the 9Network from 7.00pm AEDT.

First up, friends will become foes when reigning champion Aryna Sabalenka meets Paula Badosa on Rod Laver Arena.

Sabalenka hasn’t shown any cracks in her title defence so far, while Badosa has returned from a career-threatening injury to find herself in a Grand Slam semi final showdown with the world no.1.

Storming her way into the second semi-final is world no.2 Iga Swiatek, who is yet to drop a set in her 2025 campaign as she chases her first Australian Open title.

Standing in her way is American Madison Keys, who is out to avenge her loss to Ash Barty in her last Australian Open semi final appearance back in 2022. Keys fought back from one set down in her quarterfinal and now faces a tough task against Swiatek.

The Morning Serve is live from 10.30am AEDT to preview all the action on Day 12.

Throughout the 2025 Australian Open, fans will have the ability to watch every point of every match, at any time live, free and on any device in HD on 9Now.

Day Session	11.30am AEDT – Thursday January 23
	Andre Goransson (SWE)/Sem Verbeek (NED) v Simone Bolelli (ITA)/Andrea Vavassori (ITA) [3]
	Mark Philippoussis (AUS)/Pat Rafter (AUS) v Marcos Baghdatis (CYP)/Tommy Haas (GER)
	Kevin Krawietz (GER)/Tim Puetz (GER) [4] v Harri Heliovaara (FIN)/Henry Patten (GBR) [6]
Night Session	Begins 7.00pm AEDT
	Aryna Sabalenka [1] v Paula Badosa (ESP) [11]
	Iga Swiatek (POL) [2] v Madison Keys (USA) [19]

Stream – 9Now Every Match, Every Court

Thursday, January 23, 2025

A Demon meets a Sinner in the quarterfinals on the 9Network from 7.30pm AEDT,  when the nation throws it support behind Alex De Minaur on Australian Open Day 11.

Although De Minaur is ranked inside the world’s top ten, Sinner has proven to be his kryptonite, winning every one of their nine matchups.

However, with the home crowd inside Rod Laver Arena, a strong run in the round stages and the dangling carrot of making a Grand Slam semi-final for the first time, De Minaur is primed for a breakthrough against the world no.1.

Back-to-back women’s quarterfinals will be held during the day session from 11.30am AEDT. First up, American Madison Keys meets Elina Svitolina followed by a top ten ranked clash between Iga Swiatek and Emma Navarro.

One of American men’s tennis rising stars, Ben Shelton, is on court as his brash and exciting style goes on show against unseeded Italian Lorenzo Sonego, who has nothing to lose against his more fancied opponent during their daytime quarterfinal.

Throughout the 2025 Australian Open, fans will have the ability to watch every point of every match, at any time live, free and on any device in HD on 9Now.

Day Session	11.30am AEDT – Wednesday January 22
	Madison Keys (USA) [19] v Elina Svitolina (UKR) [28]
	Emma Navarro (USA) [8] v Iga Swiatek (POL) [1]
	Ben Shelton (USA) [21] v Lorenzo Sonego (ITA)
Night Session	Begins 7.30pm AEDT
	Alex De Minaur (AUS) [8] v Jannik Sinner (ITA) [1]

Stream – 9Now Every Match, Every Court

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

One of rugby league’s most popular personalities, Mark Geyer OAM, has announced that he will be joining 2GB and Nine Radio on a three year deal from 2025.

The NSW and Australian representative, and 1991 premiership winner with Penrith, will be heard daily on 2GB’s new Drive program, Sydney Now with Clinton Maynard, and also feature weekly on The Continuous Call Team and Wide World of Sports programs.

Mark Geyer said: “I’m pumped to be joining the team at 2GB and very grateful for the opportunity. Some of the biggest names in radio have gone through those 2GB corridors, so it’s humbling to be a part of such an established team. Let’s rip in!” 

2GB Content Manager, Luke Davis, said: “We’re so excited to welcome Mark Geyer to the 2GB and Nine Radio family! ‘MG’ is a league legend, an experienced media personality, a business owner, a voice of Western Sydney, and never short of an opinion. We’re looking forward to his unique insights each day on Sydney Now and across the NRL season – further-strengthening our top-rating Continuous Call Team line-up as we enter our 39th year on air.”

Geyer joins returning members of the Continuous Call Team in 2025, including Paul Gallen, Darryl ‘The Big Marn’ Brohman, Mark ‘Piggy’ Riddell, Josh Morris and host and lead commentator, Mark Levy. 

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

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Nine and Swimming Australia have today announced a landmark 10-year multi-platform media rights and sponsorship agreement through to 2034.

In swimming’s most wide-ranging broadcast deal to date, Aussie sports fans will have free access to more swimming action than ever before with Nine securing the nation’s most-watched Olympic and Paralympic sport across all platforms including the 9Network and 9Now for the next decade.

Nine’s coverage will come to life across streaming, broadcast, publishing and audio for the annual Swimming Australia calendar that includes the Australian Swimming Trials for the Olympics and Paralympics plus the Australian Short Course Championships, Australian Age Championships and Australian Open Championships.

The comprehensive agreement will ensure race meets featuring Australia’s most successful Olympic team The Dolphins will be available in every household nationally, cementing Nine as the home of swimming.

Nine’s coverage of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Swimming Trials saw an audience of 5.7 million tune in and the network’s swimming coverage of the Games provided the most watched moments of the Olympics and Paralympics. Looking ahead, viewers can watch elite international racing on Nine including the Pan Pacs in 2026 and 2030.

Nine Acting CEO Matt Stanton, said: “Nine is proud to provide Swimming Australia with an unrivalled multimedia platform to showcase its sport and success for the next 10 years. Sport is part of our DNA at Nine and this partnership ensures Swimming Australia has the backing and support of Nine as we head towards Brisbane 2032 and beyond.”

Nine’s Director of Sport Brent Williams, said: “The Dolphins have provided some of the most iconic moments in Australian sporting history. This inspiring team of fighters and superstars continues to deliver time and time again on the global stage. This deal lays the platform for Wide World of Sports to showcase the many fiercely competitive race meets, allow viewers to follow the progress of our big name athletes, and bring to the forefront the rising stars of swimming who will be our future Olympic champions all the way to Brisbane 2032.” 

Rob Woodhouse, CEO of Swimming  Australia, said: “This landmark agreement with Nine is a pivotal moment for our sport. It brings unprecedented exposure to our national teams and to the next generation of athletes that will be household names by LA 2028 and Brisbane 2032.

“We are always looking to enhance fan accessibility and ensure the visibility of our Dolphins inspires all Australians to swim, to improve their own wellbeing and to be part of our swimming community. This is a great win for fans old and new of swimming, and for the Dolphins, with such incredible access to the sport we love.”

Jodie Hawkins, EGM Commercial at Swimming Australia, added: “This new partnership with Nine presents an incredible opportunity for our sport. We are grateful for the support and confidence Nine has shown in swimming and look forward to continuing this relationship and expanding the influence and benefits of our great sport.

“This relationship has been pivotal in delivering high-quality events to our fans and our ongoing collaboration will be crucial as we navigate future opportunities, setting a platform for the sport to build its profile and cement itself as one of Australia’s iconic and most loved sports. 

“We would also like to thank Sport Five for their support in the development of this exciting partnership.”

Tuesday, January 21, 2025