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Big Brother Rolls Out The Welcome Mat For 12 New Housemates. Continues Monday To Friday At 7.30pm, And Sundays At 7pm.

Tonight, Big Brother welcomed 12 new housemates from every corner of the nation to chill and spill in his lush new pad. If only the walls could talk – oh, wait!

Queenslanders turned out in droves to apply for the show, so it is no surprise three locals have made the final cut. Allana, 45, is a social worker and a mother of three. She raised her kids with tenacity and grace, while still finding time to belt out tunes on the piano, sip gin by the beach, and keep her brows on fleek.

Next up it’s Bruce, the 25-year-old tradie with strong opinions on relationships and gender roles. Dubbed “trouble” by those who know him, he’s a wildcard guaranteed to ignite unexpected friendships and explosive moments.

Rounding out the Sunshine State is Disability Advocate, Conor. The 31-year-old lives loud and unapologetic with Tourette syndrome, turning stigma into strength by cracking jokes, being the life of the party and diving deep into real talk.

All the way from WA, Emily is a 30-year-old primary school teacher with a big heart, quick wit and sensitive nature, but she is the first to admit she is a hypochondriac and a germophobe.

Fellow West Australian, Holly, is a self-described ‘unicorn’. This 31-year-old model has travelled the globe for work, and prides herself on being untamed and impossible to ignore.

New South Wales is gifting the Big Brother house three iconic tenants. Colin, 21, the livewire from Wollongong, is an aspiring MMA fighter and proud mama’s boy. He is loud, loveable, and allergic to making his bed.

Michael, 49, is a publisher from Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. He is a devoted single dad of three teens who would prefer to stay home and watch movies with his kids than go on a date.

Coco, 30, is a single mum of three who recently walked away from a broken marriage to start afresh. She has survived two tumours, chest surgery, and the heartbreak of losing her dad, and now she is ready to bring her razor-sharp wit and raw honesty to the house.

Repping South Australia is Edward, the 31-year-old sales manager who is the youngest of six and a proud twin. He has never had a girlfriend, but Edward is here to challenge himself and prove that nice guys don’t finish last!

Victoria is checking three guests into Casa de Big Brother. Abiola, 24, is a musician who wants to be “the first openly fat, black, lesbian on TV”. She doesn’t just walk into a room – she arrives!

Mia, 23, has stepped away from her gig as a Bunnings retail assistant to bring her chaotic energy to the house. A proud South Asian woman, Mia is passionate about inclusivity and representation, but she admits she'll happily burn a bridge if needed!

Hoping he is a cut above the rest is 21-year-old barber, Vincent. Born and bred in regional Victoria, Vincent grew up making wine, salami and passata with his Nonno as part of the “biggest Italian family in Australia”.

Click here for imagery of our 12 new housemates.

The house is jumping, but it’s not a party until one more housemate arrives. With more say than ever before, Australians will get to decide which housemate will round out the baker’s dozen.

Will audiences vote for 67-year-old retiree, Jane, who would be the oldest ever Big Brother housemate in Australian history? Or will they opt for loudmouth larrikin and nostalgia dealer, 36-year-old Mitch? Both are Victorian residents, but that is where the similarities end. Vote to have your say https://10.com.au/big-brother/big-brother-voting.

Live stream all the action 24/7 on 10.com.au/big-brother.

Big Brother.
Continues Monday To Friday At 7.30pm, Sundays At 7pm.

Watch + Live Stream 24/7 On 10.

Monday 11.10.25
Posted by Natasha Azzarello
 

Groundbreaking series Race Around the World returns to the ABC in 2026. Casting now open for the next wave of visionary storytellers

The ABC is thrilled to announce production has commenced on the revival of groundbreaking creative competition series, Race Around the World.

Produced by Endemol Shine Australia, the series is set to build on the legacy of the 90’s breakout hit that captivated the nation, reimagined for a new generation of filmmakers, storytellers, content creators and audiences.

In a time defined by fast-paced narratives and global connection, Race Around the World returns both as a homage to its original spirit and a bold reimagining. It celebrates the raw power of authentic, on-the-ground storytelling and the boundless curiosity that fuels it.

The revival of the much-loved format is set to deliver fresh perspectives, discover new creative talent and reaffirm the ABC’s commitment to original Australian content.

ABC Head of Entertainment, Rachel Millar said “We’re thrilled to bring back this iconic series to Australian audiences — to reignite that sense of creative adventure and champion a new generation of storytellers is really exciting.”

Peter Newman, CEO of Endemol Shine Australia, said: “We are incredibly excited to be bringing back this much-loved global adventure competition. The original series struck a deep chord with viewers, is still talked about to this day and unearthed some amazing Australian screen talent. We strongly feel this brilliant format will inspire audiences across Australia and a new wave of talent who are lucky enough to be selected to take part.”

Race Around the World is now calling for the next big filmmakers, content creators and storytellers from across Australia. If you have curiosity, creativity, and the courage to produce a film every 10 days for 100 days across 10 different countries, this is your sign. A chance to captivate audiences with your imagination, voice and vision on a national scale awaits!

Apply now at www.RaceAroundTheWorldCasting.com.au

Race Around the World will premiere on ABC TV and ABC iview in 2026.

Always free and Always entertaining, watch all your favourite entertainment programs on ABC iview now.

Production credit: Race Around the World is produced by Endemol Shine Australia (a Banijay Entertainment company) for ABC. Endemol Shine Australia Director of Content: Amelia Fisk, ABC Head of Entertainment: Rachel Millar.

Wednesday 11.05.25
Posted by Natasha Azzarello
 

Big Brother Is Always Watching. Big Brother Premieres Sunday, 9 November At 7pm On 10.

All eyes will be on the Big Brother House when TV’s original social experiment returns to 10 on Sunday, 9 November at 7pm. 

In 2001, Big Brother made history, and in 2025, Big Brother is back: bigger and bolder than ever before.

Hosted by Mel Tracina, the history-making format is getting back to its roots with live nominations, live evictions, and 24/7 livestreaming from Dreamworld.

It’s been a big few months for Big Brother, who has been busy building a whole new pad and searching the country high and low for the perfect tenants. The hunt has paid off, and this year’s housemates are ready to become your new obsession.

Big Brother will be here in the blink of an eye:

Big Brother.
Premieres Sunday, 9 November At 7pm.
Watch + Stream Free On 10.

Tuesday 10.07.25
Posted by Natasha Azzarello
 

The search for Australia’s Portrait Artist of the Year begins this November on the ABC.

Watch a first look clip HERE

Hosted by Miranda Tapsell and Luke McGregor, Portrait Artist of the Year celebrates creativity and extraordinary talent from across Australia. The joyful and inspiring eight-part series premieres Sunday 2 November, 8pm on ABC TV, with all episodes available to stream for free on ABC iview.

The series explores one of the most accessible and provocative forms of art – the portrait. A selection of Australia's most talented amateur and professional artists will be challenged to capture the likeness and spirit of some of the nation's most recognisable and intriguing personalities, including Maggie Beer AO, Costa Georgiadis, Ken Done AM, Tsehay Hawkins, Courtney Act, Margaret Pomeranz AM, Celia Pacquola, Myf Warhurst, Mark Coles Smith, Talijah Blackman-Corowa, Rhys Nicholson, Adam Liaw, Amanda Keller OAM, Madison de Rozario OAM, Matt Okine, Frank Finger, Alex Lee, Chloe Hayden, Dr Karl Kruszelnicki AM, and Denise Scott AM.

The artists are tasked, in front of a live audience, to paint a portrait of the sitter in just four hours, after which their work is judged by a panel of three renowned Australian art authorities; Director of the National Portrait Gallery, Bree Pickering; award winning, multi-disciplinary artist, Abdul Abdullah; and Associate Professor of Art History at the Australian National University (ANU), Robert Wellington.

Each sitter arrives with a treasured personal item, inviting the artist to weave something deeply meaningful into their portrait. Viewers will gain a rare window into the artists’ process and skill – witnessing the magic of blank canvases turning into finished portraits.

At the end of each heat, the sitter will select their favourite portrait to keep. Meanwhile, the judges will choose a Top 3, and from those, one artist advances to the semi-final. From six semi-finalists plus one wildcard, the field will narrow to three finalists. The winning artist will be awarded a career-defining commission, with their work displayed in the National Portrait Gallery of Australia.

Always free, always entertaining, discover a range of arts programming on  ABC iview now.

Production credits:

Portrait Artist of the Year is produced by Endemol Shine Australia (a Banijay Entertainment company) for ABC. Executive Producer: David McDonald.  Series Producer: Maria Handas.

Post Executive Producer: Kate Feely. Director: Kate Douglas Walker. ABC Head of Arts, Music and Events: Kath Earle.  ABC Commissioning Editor: Rachel Robinson.

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.

Thursday 10.02.25
Posted by Natasha Azzarello
 

C21 International Format Awards & SportsPro Media Awards nominations

Two big international awards announcements, first up from the C21 International Format Awards: Headliners and Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey have both been nominated for Best Factual Entertainment Format!

Regarded as the leading awards for the global format business, to be recognised across 10 categories and numerous territories is an incredible feat. A massive congratulations to all the brilliant and hardworking people behind these marvellous shows. 

Next up, in an ESA first, our brand-new sports documentary Shaking Down the Thunder has been nominated for Best Original Content in the 2025 SportsPro Media Awards!

These awards celebrate the trailblazers shaping the future of the sports media landscape, honouring those who push the boundaries of how sports content is produced. The ambition and dedication behind telling one of the greatest stories in the Swans' history is unparalleled – a huge congratulations to the talented team behind this nominated program. 

Winners for the C21 International Format Awards will be announced on Sunday October 12 ahead of MIPCOM, followed by the SportsPro Media Awards in Madrid on Tuesday November 18. 

Thursday 09.18.25
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