Cricket: 2008/2009 Test Series ‘Australia v South Africa Third Test...’

Nine

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 150 minutes, Sport, Cricket, HD

Down by 6 wickets in the 1st test and an even worse 9 wicket loss in the 2nd. Hopefully the 3rd test at the Sydney Cricket Ground will restore Australia's fortunes.

Cricket: 2008/2009 Test Series ‘Australia v South Africa Third Test...’

Nine HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 150 minutes, Sport, Cricket, HD

Down by 6 wickets in the 1st test and an even worse 9 wicket loss in the 2nd. Hopefully the 3rd test at the Sydney Cricket Ground will restore Australia's fortunes.

Tennis: Brisbane International ‘2009 - Day Three’

Seven

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 360 minutes, Sport, Tennis, WS

After a couple of shock exits, Day 3 match-ups at the 2009 Brisbane International include Julie Coin v Amelie Mauresmo, Ernests Gulbis v Paul-Henri Mathieu and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga v Jarkko Nieminen.

Tennis: Brisbane International ‘2009 - Day Three’

Seven HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 360 minutes, Sport, Tennis, WS

After a couple of shock exits, Day 3 match-ups at the 2009 Brisbane International include Julie Coin v Amelie Mauresmo, Ernests Gulbis v Paul-Henri Mathieu and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga v Jarkko Nieminen.

Midday Report

ABC1

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, News, CC

Up-to-the minute local, national and international news, with special attention on business and the economy...

In The Night Garden ‘Hide And Seek’

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, G, Children, CC, Repeat

In the Night Garden explores the magical place that exists between waking and sleeping in a child's imagination. Like a nursery rhyme picture book for television, it is a place inhabited by a community of toy characters that care for each other and have fun together.

Indonesian News

SBS

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, News

News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

Indonesian News

SBS HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, News

News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

Indonesian News

SBSNews

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, News

News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

Dr Phil ‘Spouses at War’

Ten

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 60 minutes, PG, Talk Show, WS, HD, CC

Jake and Donna are the perfect couple; posterkids for the happy marriage society ... not. Turns out that this doting duo hate each other royally. So much so that even guns have been involved. Nope, what goes on behind these closed doors would make Guy and Madonna look like honeymooners who can't get enough of each other.

Dr Phil ‘Spouses at War’

Ten HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 60 minutes, PG, Talk Show, WS, HD, CC

Jake and Donna are the perfect couple; posterkids for the happy marriage society ... not. Turns out that this doting duo hate each other royally. So much so that even guns have been involved. Nope, what goes on behind these closed doors would make Guy and Madonna look like honeymooners who can't get enough of each other.

Tennis: The Hopman Cup ‘The Hopman Cup XXI (2009) - USA Vs Germany’

ABC1

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 360 minutes, Sport, Tennis, CC

ABC1 is serving up a week of sizzling tennis action with Lleyton Hewitt returning to the Hopman Cup to celebrate the tournament's 21st birthday. Karen Tighe will once again host ABC TV's telecast complemented by an outstanding commentary team comprising Fred Stolle, Nicole Pratt, Geoff Masters, Louise Pleming, Steve Robilliard and Peter Wilkins.

Five Minutes More

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 5 minutes, G, Children, CC, Repeat

The gentle tale of five best friends who live on a beautiful patchwork quilt and take us on wonderful journeys and adventures. From the familiar world of the child's bedroom, Faraway the Aardvark, Louisa the Polar Bear, Florrie the Dog, Sam the Monkey and Georgie the Penguin lead us into one of the quilt's many patches... and another world.

The Cricket Show

Nine

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, G, Sport, CC

If it's happening in the world of cricket, you'll learn of it first on the cricket show. Scores, information packed player profiles and historical accounts are but a portion of the entertainment during the big game lunch period.

The Cricket Show

Nine HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, G, Sport, CC

If it's happening in the world of cricket, you'll learn of it first on the cricket show. Scores, information packed player profiles and historical accounts are but a portion of the entertainment during the big game lunch period.

Turkish News

SBS

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 25 minutes, News

News from Turkish Radio & TV Corporation, in Turkish, no subtitles.

Turkish News

SBS HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 25 minutes, News

News from Turkish Radio & TV Corporation, in Turkish, no subtitles.

Turkish News

SBSNews

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, News

News from Turkish Radio & TV Corporation, in Turkish, no subtitles.

Lunar Jim

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 10 minutes, G, Children, CC, Repeat

Lunar Jim and his friends are an intrepid group of astronauts living in a tiny little village called Moona Luna. A village much like any other but with one big difference. It's on the Moon!

Little Princess

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 10 minutes, G, Children, CC, Repeat

The Little Princess is four years old. Like any other four-year-old, she is shy, exuberant and boisterous by turns. However, when she is cranky or distracted she is uniquely herself. The only child of loving parents - the King and Queen- The Little Princess lives in a castle, which is also home to the Maid, the Admiral, the Chef, The General, The Prime Minister, and sundry other characters.

Wilbur ‘Ray's Socks/Spilled Apples’

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 25 minutes, G, Repeat

Meet Wilbur! He's an enthusiastic, loveable, fun-loving and funny 8 year-old calf whose barnyard serves as a launching pad for adventure, stories, songs, play, laughter and liberal sprinkling of the unpredictable.

Market Update - Day

SBS

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 5 minutes, Current Affairs

Market Update - Day

Market Update - Day

SBS HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 5 minutes, Current Affairs

Market Update - Day

Cricket: 2008/2009 Test Series ‘Australia v South Africa Third Test...’

Nine

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 300 minutes, Sport, Cricket, HD

Down by 6 wickets in the 1st test and an even worse 9 wicket loss in the 2nd. Hopefully the 3rd test at the Sydney Cricket Ground will restore Australia's fortunes.

Cricket: 2008/2009 Test Series ‘Australia v South Africa Third Test...’

Nine HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 300 minutes, Sport, Cricket, HD

Down by 6 wickets in the 1st test and an even worse 9 wicket loss in the 2nd. Hopefully the 3rd test at the Sydney Cricket Ground will restore Australia's fortunes.

MOVIE: Patlabor 3

SBS

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 105 minutes, PG, Cult, Movie, WS, CC, Repeat

Like its predecessors, this film is a science-fiction/ thriller set in a semi-futuristic world where human-piloted robots are part of everyday industry. A scientist adds a growth hormone discovered in a meteorite that landed in Antarctica to the living cancer cells of her dead daughter to create a flesh-eating monster for a biochemical laboratory with links to the US military.

MOVIE: Patlabor 3

SBS HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 105 minutes, PG, Cult, Movie, WS, CC, Repeat

Like its predecessors, this film is a science-fiction/ thriller set in a semi-futuristic world where human-piloted robots are part of everyday industry. A scientist adds a growth hormone discovered in a meteorite that landed in Antarctica to the living cancer cells of her dead daughter to create a flesh-eating monster for a biochemical laboratory with links to the US military.

Japanese News

SBSNews

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, News

News via satellite from NHK Tokyo, In Japanese, no subtitles.

Oprah ‘Best Life Week - Finding Your Spiritual Path’

Ten

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 60 minutes, PG, Talk Show, WS, HD, CC

The original chat show Queen interviews more A-list celebrities, gives out audience freebies and brings some important issues to the fore.

Oprah ‘Best Life Week - Finding Your Spiritual Path’

Ten HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 60 minutes, PG, Talk Show, WS, HD, CC

The original chat show Queen interviews more A-list celebrities, gives out audience freebies and brings some important issues to the fore.

Play With Me Sesame

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 25 minutes, G, Children, Repeat

A playdate with some of Sesame Street's favourite characters: Bert, Ernie and Grover. Each episode mixes classic Sesame Street footage with newly created games and activities where the Muppets invite children to join in.

Cantonese News

SBSNews

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, News

News via satellite from ATV Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

Penelope

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 5 minutes, G, Children, CC, Repeat

3-yr-old Penelope is something of a chatterbox and can sometimes be quite a little imp, but her sweet nature, insatiable curiosity and sense of humour are irresistible.

Boblins ‘Overground Underground’

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 10 minutes, G, Children, CC, Repeat

Onny goes to the vegetable patch to get some carrots and sees them disappearing into the ground. She goes to Pi to get help. He decides to use his drilling machine to investigate the mystery of the missing carrots.

Play School ‘Treasures Wednesday’

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 25 minutes, G, Children, CC, Repeat

Join the playschool gang to learn, sing songs, listen to stories and make things. Experience adventures with Big Ted, Jemima and all the other toys, on this all time favourite children's show.

Mandarin News

SBSNews

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, News

News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, no subtitles.

Ready Steady Cook

Ten

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 60 minutes, G, Entertainment, Game Show, Cooking, WS, CC, Repeat

The pressure is on to whip up a tantalising treat. Get inspired to hit the kitchen as Australia's best chefs, culinary experts and guest contestants go shoulder-to-shoulder in a cook-off against the clock.

Ready Steady Cook

Ten HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 60 minutes, G, Entertainment, Game Show, Cooking, WS, CC, Repeat

The pressure is on to whip up a tantalising treat. Get inspired to hit the kitchen as Australia's best chefs, culinary experts and guest contestants go shoulder-to-shoulder in a cook-off against the clock.

Jakers!: The Adventures Of Piggley Winks ‘Tale Spinner’

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 25 minutes, G, Children, CC, Repeat

Piggley's substitute teacher asks them to write a true story but he doesn't take it seriously. But when the teacher turns out to be an inspiration to the class, Piggley learns to value his storytelling gift and to work harder.

Nightly Business Report

SBSNews

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, Business & Finance, News

PBS, in English

Spacefiles: The Universe Unveiled ‘Quest’

SBS

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 15 minutes, G, Documentary, Education

The search for extra-terrestrial life.

Spacefiles: The Universe Unveiled ‘Quest’

SBS HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 15 minutes, G, Documentary, Education

The search for extra-terrestrial life.

This Is Emily Yeung ‘Ballet Dancing’

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 5 minutes, G, Children, Education, Repeat

Educational program

Creature Features.

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, G, Children, Nature, CC, Repeat

Nick Hardcastle hosts the new series of everyone's favourite pet show, exploring the fads, charms, and delights of animals, and their owners. Also reveals some of the curious facts and unusual activities of the animal world.

Salam Cafe

SBS

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, PG, Comedy, WS, CC, Repeat

Salam Cafe, features young Australian Muslims discussing the humorous side of current issues with sketches from award winning comedians and weekly guest interviews. Filmed in Melbourne and Sydney in front of a live audience, Salam Cafe offers the audience a compelling look at the funny side of life as an Australian Muslim today. Regular panellists include esteemed host Ahmed Imam, journalist and counter-terrorism expert, Waleed Aly and the multi-talented Susan Carland.

Salam Cafe

SBS HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, PG, Comedy, WS, CC, Repeat

Salam Cafe, features young Australian Muslims discussing the humorous side of current issues with sketches from award winning comedians and weekly guest interviews. Filmed in Melbourne and Sydney in front of a live audience, Salam Cafe offers the audience a compelling look at the funny side of life as an Australian Muslim today. Regular panellists include esteemed host Ahmed Imam, journalist and counter-terrorism expert, Waleed Aly and the multi-talented Susan Carland.

Filipino News

SBSNews

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 35 minutes, News

Weekly news bulletin from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.

Everybody Loves Raymond ‘The Contractor’

Ten

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, G, Sitcom, WS, HD, CC, Repeat

It seemed like a good idea at the time; Gianni's a handyman and Debra's kitchen needs some minor repairs. It's a shame that he can't seem to overcome a terminal laziness and actually do some, well, work. And as for Frank .... is his nose out of joint! Ray Romano, Patricia Heaton, Doris Roberts, Brad Garrett, Peter Boyle.

Everybody Loves Raymond ‘The Contractor’

Ten HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, G, Sitcom, WS, HD, CC, Repeat

It seemed like a good idea at the time; Gianni's a handyman and Debra's kitchen needs some minor repairs. It's a shame that he can't seem to overcome a terminal laziness and actually do some, well, work. And as for Frank .... is his nose out of joint! Ray Romano, Patricia Heaton, Doris Roberts, Brad Garrett, Peter Boyle.

Martin Morning

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 10 minutes, G, Children, CC, Repeat

The un-average world of 7 yr old Martin Morning and his friend Gromo. Martin thinks the rest of the world finds him average: but he knows that every morning very un-average amazing and unbelievable things happen to him.

Football Stars of Tomorrow

SBS

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, Sport, Repeat

A series that focuses on grassroots football. Highlights will include celebrity of the week, men's and women's football, player spotlight, goal of the week, coaching tips for kids and much more.

Football Stars of Tomorrow

SBS HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, Sport, Repeat

A series that focuses on grassroots football. Highlights will include celebrity of the week, men's and women's football, player spotlight, goal of the week, coaching tips for kids and much more.

Huey's Cooking Adventures

Ten

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, G, Lifestyle, Cooking, WS, Repeat

Jovial Kiwi chef Ian 'Huey' Hewitson can cook up a storm in just about any location you fancy, from a standard home kitchen, to a tropical island, to a windy mountaintop.

Huey's Cooking Adventures

Ten HD

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, G, Lifestyle, Cooking, WS, Repeat

Jovial Kiwi chef Ian 'Huey' Hewitson can cook up a storm in just about any location you fancy, from a standard home kitchen, to a tropical island, to a windy mountaintop.

The Mr Men Show

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 10 minutes, G, Children, CC, Repeat

Whether you are Mr. Nervous, Little Miss Chatterbox or Mr. Lazy, we could all use a lot more of Little Miss Sunshine! These are just a few of the wacky personalities from The Mr. Men Show, the classic animated sketch comedy series for children.

German News

SBSNews

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, News

News from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

1 Minute In A Museum ‘Planning The Floor’

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 5 minutes, G, Children, Repeat

Children's series

Potatoes and Dragons ‘All In The Family’

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 10 minutes, G, Children, Repeat

The spectacularly gifted swordsman Sir Senior wants to teach his son Sir Junior the art of combat. Sir Senior is the very model of a loud, aggressive warrior and his son seems unsuited to follow in his father's footsteps.

Fraggle Rock ‘Beginnings’

ABC2

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 25 minutes, G, Children, CC, Repeat

Enter the world of the Fraggles who invite you to join their subterranean fantasy land, through the hole in the lighthouse and down the tunnel, far away from reality in a place bound together by magic.

The Journal

SBS

Wed, 7 Jan 2009, 30 minutes, News, CC

News via satellite from DW Berlin, in English.

The Journal

SBS HD