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Follow the chaotic life of criminal barrister Cleaver Greene in this hilarious 8-part comedy drama. With ups and downs aplenty, Rake is a rollercoaster ride of legal hijinks and personal drama. From courtroom battles to complicated relationships, Rake delivers a fresh and witty take on the legal genre. With sharp writing and a talented cast, this show is not to be missed.

An 8-hour legal and political thriller that is a spin-off of Crownies and features Marta Dusseldorp reprising her role of Crown Prosecutor Janet King. The series will look at the dilemmas of a contemporary woman who returns to work after a year's maternity leave and is flung into a shocking prosecution that involves layers of intrigue played out at the highest levels of power. Janet King's case leads her through some astounding twists and revelations that impact on her life on every level.

This 26-part drama filmed in Sydney follows six teenager students of the National Academy of Dance, seen through the eyes of ambitious ballerina Tara Webster, played by newcomer Xenia Goodwin.

The latest project from comedian Chris Lilley is a 12-part mockumentary which puts the male species under the microscope to explore what it means to be a guy in the 21st century.

Lennie Cahill Ted McCabe work together to solve crimes, unravel scams and make some much-needed money whilst at the same time try to avoid the wrath of the police and the underworld.

This show takes a look at the of 14-year-old rebellious schoolboy Jonah Takalua. His family, friends, teachers and counselors attempt to help him channel his limitless energy into bigger and brighter things.

Sophie Okonedo, Jonathan LaPaglia and Melissa George star in the The Slap which is adapted from Christos Tsiolkas's book. The series focuses on the shattering effects of a 'slap' at an Australian suburban barbeque.

This is the city of Sam Callaghan, Patricia Cheng, the CIA's Conrad Harrison and the clients of the Cheng Detective Agency. The agency's cases range from the usual (straying spouses and petty fraudsters) to events with international implications and complications. Sam's contacts from his military days are useful - but they start to drag him back into a dark world that he would prefer to leave behind.

Get ready for a fast, furious and funny delve into musical history with Spicks & Specks, ABC TV's new weekly comedy game show screening Wednesdays at 8.30pm. Hosted each week by comedian Adam Hills, and featuring team captains Alan Brough and Myf Warhurst. Each week, the trio are joined by four guests from the worlds of comedy, music and entertainment.

The eight-part series follows the lovably dysfunctional Moody family as they come together for eight uniquely Moody occasions over a single year, forming a riotous family portrait of people we know and love.

Shot in Sydney, each half hour episode is set a year apart. Focused on the lovable, yet seasonally dysfunctional Moody family, A Moody Christmas is set against the backdrop of the one occasion that can bring out the best (and the worst) in people.

Set in the offices of the Crown prosecution, Crownies is a legal drama that follows a team of smart and passionate lawyers who are hungry for justice.

Laid is a wickedly funny series about a woman who sees the ghosts of people she's had sex with. It's a raunchy and irreverent take on sex and death. Created by Marieke Hardy and Kirsty Fisher, Laid is a must-watch for fans of dark comedies. With its unique premise and sharp humor, it's a show that will leave you wanting more.

The show follows the life of a criminal family as they smuggle drugs into Australia and exotic wildlife out through blood ties in the Torres Strait Islands.

This series follows the trials and tribulations of Australians restoring buildings to their former glory. As host Sibella Court follows the restoration process, she showcases the amazing Aussie battlers working to restore these heritage buildings to give them a new life and create a new home for themselves.

his ground breaking mockumentary follows the daily lives of five very special individuals who are among the thousands of citizens nominated for the prestigious title of Australian of the Year. As portrayed by Lilley, the five nominees are from different parts of the country and represent the full spectrum of Australian society: young and old, male and female, urban and rural; native and emigrant.

Seven top Australian teenager surfers are selected to live in a training facility attached to a high school. At the end of the year only two will get sponsorship and a wild card onto the Professional Circuit. The series is a race into the finals for the wild card, a race to get through the year, and a race to grow up.

By gamers, for gamers. Hosted by two eager gamers, Good Game is packed with the latest gaming news and events, gaming tips, reviews and interviews with game developers.

This is an Australian television drama series. The six-part series tells the stories of six inner-city households in one street, whose lives are changed by a seemingly insignificant incident. It tells powerful contemporary stories about Indigenous Australians in the Sydney suburb of Redfern.

Four Corners is Australia's premier television current affairs program. It has been part of the national story since August 1961, exposing scandals, triggering inquiries, firing debate, confronting taboos and interpreting fads, trends and sub-cultures. Its consistently high standards of journalism and film-making have earned international recognition and an array of Walkleys, Logies and other national awards.

Join the hilarious duo of Lano and Woodley in their zany misadventures across Australia in this uproarious comedy series. With their unique blend of physical comedy and witty banter, you'll be laughing out loud with every episode. Don't miss out on this classic Australian comedy gem!

Join the hilarious journey of dating in this comedy series. From awkward first dates to heartbreaks, it's a rollercoaster of emotions. Watch as the characters navigate the treacherous waters of love and relationships. You'll laugh, cringe, and relate. Get ready for It's a Date!

Frank Woodley stars as a hapless single father in the hilarious comedy series, Woodley. Follow his misadventures as he tries to navigate parenthood. Watch as Frank's character fumbles his way through daily life with his young daughter, encountering wacky situations and quirky characters along the way.

Covering 344,400km2 and stretching along 2300km of coastline, the Great Barrier Reef is one of the richest and most complex natural ecosystems on Earth. Home to a stunning array of animals, from microscopic plankton to 100-tonne whales, it is one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World.

The Elegant Gentleman's Guide to Knife Fighting aspires to take sketch comedy in a different direction. With longer-form scenes, less traditional material, and a surprising cast, it will be at times random, often ridiculous and occasionally surreal.