The Block is back — and this time, the show's playing nice
And so nice that we started this season with a celebration of love and unity as we were introduced to this year's hopefuls, which include lesbian couple Han and Can, along with Robby and his gay bestie, Mat. It felt a far cry from last year's festival of negativity, rumoured adultery and downright mean-girl behaviour (let's never speak of the Phillip Island series again), and this year's contestants look a lovely bunch — particularly WA cop couple Britt and Taz, who I already know I'd let pop me in the back of a paddy wagon.
Producers look like they've gone out of their way to make sure this year's Block experience is a positive one for contestants — and viewers.
The work site is now shut up every night, with contestants forbidden from toiling away after hours, so no more all-nighters! They're also all staying together in a communal campsite (complete with deluxe caravans) — Kumbaya, anyone? Best of all, they've all been given the building schedule ahead of time, so no nasty budget surprises.
That's enough to put a smile on anyone's face, especially WorkSafe and Nine's HR department, who surely weren't looking for a repeat of last year's shenanigans. Scott and Shelley are back hosting The Block. Credit: Supplied
I visited the site a few months ago — it's impressive! No spoilers, but know this: Block fans won't be disappointed with the way these houses take shape.
Give us ALL the rainbows and unicorns please, The Block. It's about all we can take right now. The Yogurt Shop Murders is coming to Max. Credit: Supplied
I am starting to seriously worry about my other half: his streaming algorithms are basically end-to-end true-crime docos. Yikes! Now he can add this excellent four-parter to the watch list. It's all about the murder of four girls at a frozen yoghurt shop in Austin, Texas, back in 1991. Though two people did time for the crime, questions surround the confessions they gave. This is a fascinating look at police investigations, crime reporting and the concept of 'false memory'. But it's the families' stories that make this most impactful — and a devastating watch. Must-see. The Twelve: Cape Rock Killer is headed to Foxtel and Binge. Credit: Supplied
This season of The Twelve is set in and around Margaret River, with certified Silver Fox Brett Colby (aka Sam Neill) headed off down south to defend the husband of a pal. This has a stacked cast and great premise. The second season of Wednesday is coming to Netflix. Credit: Jonathan Hession / Netflix
Everyone's favourite moody teen is back, skulking the halls of Nevermore Academy on the hunt for more foes to fell. This season her family play a much more central role — can't wait for more Morticia and Gomez! The second season of Platonic is coming to Apple TV Plus. Credit: Supplied
I fell hard for this great comedy starring Rose Byrne and Seth Rogan; I'm so pleased it's back. The first two eps of the new season drop this week, then one episode a week till October 1.
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Ally Langdon wins inaugural Ray Martin news Logie award
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The red carpet was graced by Bandit and Chilli, stars of the beloved children's cartoon Bluey. The two-time Logie-winning series was an early winner, taking the Logie for the Best Children's Program. The 65th Logie Awards are being broadcast on the Seven Network. Acclaimed Australian journalist Ally Langdon was all smiles at the Logies as she accepted the inaugural Ray Martin Award for Most Popular News or Public Affairs Presenter. The award was presented by Martin, who said he was honoured to be recognised with the tribute, adding he had never seen journalism more under siege than it is today. Gold Logie nominee Langdon, who hosts Nine's A Current Affair, thanked the media veteran for his service to news in Australia. "I think for a lot of us in this industry, you are a big part of why we got into it. Thank you so much for just showing and being that guiding light," Langdon said. 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"This is fine because it is a team effort, team show," he said. New Zealand comedian and Guy Mont Spelling Bee host Guy Montgomery won the coveted Graham Kennedy Award for Most Popular New Talent. Comedian and actor Magda Szubanski is being inducted into the Logies Hall of Fame, recognising almost 40 years of contributions to the industry. The announcement comes just months after the Kath & Kim star revealed her stage four blood cancer diagnosis. Iconic rocker Jimmy Barnes earlier kicked off the night in true working-class style with a powerhouse performance. The star-studded crowd was on its feet early, fired up by Barnes' performance of his hit Working Class Man, before settling in for opening remarks from returning host Sam Pang. Pang, hosting for the third consecutive year, didn't miss a beat. "It's inspiring that with the world in as much turmoil as it is right now, that we as an industry have not wavered in our commitment and bravery in coming together tonight to honour ourselves," he said. He went on to congratulate and roast each nominee for the coveted Gold Logie and some of the commercial networks' biggest stars - from The Voice host Sonia Kruger to 20-year Today Show veteran Karl Stefanovic and former talk show queen Kerri-Anne Kennerley. Larry Emdur, who won the Gold Logie in 2024, wasn't spared either, with Pang cheekily noting the presenter's absence from this year's nominee list. Seven's The Voice took out the first award of the night, winning Best Entertainment Program. Seven TV personalities are vying for the Gold Logie - 2023 winner Sonia Kruger, Ten's I'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here! host Julia Morris, ABC's Lisa Millar, Lynne McGranger from Home and Away, MasterChef Australia's Poh Ling Yeow, A Current Affair host Ally Langdon and two-time Gold Logie winner Hamish Blake, host of Lego Masters. Home and Away favourite McGranger is widely tipped to take out the top honour, as women dominated the nominations for the coveted Gold Logie. This year marks a milestone for the actress, who stepped away from her legacy role as Irene Roberts in March. The star glowed as she walked the carpet, hand-in-hand with her daughter Clancy. The red carpet was graced by Bandit and Chilli, stars of the beloved children's cartoon Bluey. The two-time Logie-winning series was an early winner, taking the Logie for the Best Children's Program. The 65th Logie Awards are being broadcast on the Seven Network. 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"This is not about winning. This is about a win for victims and survivors, especially of domestic violence and mental health," she said. "To not just to have heard but for them to reclaim their life, to find their voice and not just survive but to thrive." Travel Guides claimed its fourth Logie, taking out the award for Best Lifestyle Program and solidifying its place as a fan favourite. Family favourite LEGO Masters was named Best Competition Reality Program. Host and reluctant Gold Logie nominee Hamish Blake was elated by the win, joking that this one was "OK to win". "This is fine because it is a team effort, team show," he said. New Zealand comedian and Guy Mont Spelling Bee host Guy Montgomery won the coveted Graham Kennedy Award for Most Popular New Talent. Comedian and actor Magda Szubanski is being inducted into the Logies Hall of Fame, recognising almost 40 years of contributions to the industry. The announcement comes just months after the Kath & Kim star revealed her stage four blood cancer diagnosis. Iconic rocker Jimmy Barnes earlier kicked off the night in true working-class style with a powerhouse performance. The star-studded crowd was on its feet early, fired up by Barnes' performance of his hit Working Class Man, before settling in for opening remarks from returning host Sam Pang. Pang, hosting for the third consecutive year, didn't miss a beat. "It's inspiring that with the world in as much turmoil as it is right now, that we as an industry have not wavered in our commitment and bravery in coming together tonight to honour ourselves," he said. He went on to congratulate and roast each nominee for the coveted Gold Logie and some of the commercial networks' biggest stars - from The Voice host Sonia Kruger to 20-year Today Show veteran Karl Stefanovic and former talk show queen Kerri-Anne Kennerley. Larry Emdur, who won the Gold Logie in 2024, wasn't spared either, with Pang cheekily noting the presenter's absence from this year's nominee list. Seven's The Voice took out the first award of the night, winning Best Entertainment Program. Seven TV personalities are vying for the Gold Logie - 2023 winner Sonia Kruger, Ten's I'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here! host Julia Morris, ABC's Lisa Millar, Lynne McGranger from Home and Away, MasterChef Australia's Poh Ling Yeow, A Current Affair host Ally Langdon and two-time Gold Logie winner Hamish Blake, host of Lego Masters. Home and Away favourite McGranger is widely tipped to take out the top honour, as women dominated the nominations for the coveted Gold Logie. This year marks a milestone for the actress, who stepped away from her legacy role as Irene Roberts in March. The star glowed as she walked the carpet, hand-in-hand with her daughter Clancy. The red carpet was graced by Bandit and Chilli, stars of the beloved children's cartoon Bluey. The two-time Logie-winning series was an early winner, taking the Logie for the Best Children's Program. The 65th Logie Awards are being broadcast on the Seven Network. Acclaimed Australian journalist Ally Langdon was all smiles at the Logies as she accepted the inaugural Ray Martin Award for Most Popular News or Public Affairs Presenter. The award was presented by Martin, who said he was honoured to be recognised with the tribute, adding he had never seen journalism more under siege than it is today. Gold Logie nominee Langdon, who hosts Nine's A Current Affair, thanked the media veteran for his service to news in Australia. "I think for a lot of us in this industry, you are a big part of why we got into it. Thank you so much for just showing and being that guiding light," Langdon said. 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"This is fine because it is a team effort, team show," he said. New Zealand comedian and Guy Mont Spelling Bee host Guy Montgomery won the coveted Graham Kennedy Award for Most Popular New Talent. Comedian and actor Magda Szubanski is being inducted into the Logies Hall of Fame, recognising almost 40 years of contributions to the industry. The announcement comes just months after the Kath & Kim star revealed her stage four blood cancer diagnosis. Iconic rocker Jimmy Barnes earlier kicked off the night in true working-class style with a powerhouse performance. The star-studded crowd was on its feet early, fired up by Barnes' performance of his hit Working Class Man, before settling in for opening remarks from returning host Sam Pang. Pang, hosting for the third consecutive year, didn't miss a beat. "It's inspiring that with the world in as much turmoil as it is right now, that we as an industry have not wavered in our commitment and bravery in coming together tonight to honour ourselves," he said. He went on to congratulate and roast each nominee for the coveted Gold Logie and some of the commercial networks' biggest stars - from The Voice host Sonia Kruger to 20-year Today Show veteran Karl Stefanovic and former talk show queen Kerri-Anne Kennerley. Larry Emdur, who won the Gold Logie in 2024, wasn't spared either, with Pang cheekily noting the presenter's absence from this year's nominee list. Seven's The Voice took out the first award of the night, winning Best Entertainment Program. Seven TV personalities are vying for the Gold Logie - 2023 winner Sonia Kruger, Ten's I'm A Celebrity ... 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KPop Demon Hunters smashes Netflix record and takes over global pop charts
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Going for gold: female stars vie for Logies glory
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ABC's Fisk also earned a raft of nods, including for Best Comedy and Best Actress for Kitty Flanagan. Nominations for Best Drama Program have been dominated by Netflix and the ABC, with standout titles including the rebooted Heartbreak High on the streaming service and The Newsreader from the national broadcaster. In the Best Comedy Entertainment Program category, the ABC and Network 10 have split the nominations, with popular shows like Hard Quiz and Have You Been Paying Attention? leading the charge. Two-time Logie winner Bluey, the beloved children's cartoon, is also up for another award for Best Children's Program. The 65th TV WEEK Logie Awards will be held in Sydney on Sunday night and broadcast on the Seven Network. Women are set to dominate television's most glamorous night after securing all but one of the nominations for the coveted Gold Logie award. 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The inaugural nominees are Nine's Ally Langdon, Tara Brown, and Peter Overton, the ABC's David Speers and Sarah Ferguson, and Seven's Michael Usher. The limited Netflix series Apple Cider Vinegar, which tells the story of wellness influencer and conwoman Belle Gibson, received a massive eight nominations, including Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress and Best Lead Actress in a Drama. ABC's Fisk also earned a raft of nods, including for Best Comedy and Best Actress for Kitty Flanagan. Nominations for Best Drama Program have been dominated by Netflix and the ABC, with standout titles including the rebooted Heartbreak High on the streaming service and The Newsreader from the national broadcaster. In the Best Comedy Entertainment Program category, the ABC and Network 10 have split the nominations, with popular shows like Hard Quiz and Have You Been Paying Attention? leading the charge. Two-time Logie winner Bluey, the beloved children's cartoon, is also up for another award for Best Children's Program. The 65th TV WEEK Logie Awards will be held in Sydney on Sunday night and broadcast on the Seven Network. Women are set to dominate television's most glamorous night after securing all but one of the nominations for the coveted Gold Logie award. The 65th Logie Awards will take place on Sunday, uniting the brightest stars in front of the camera and the dedicated teams behind the scenes. Comedian Sam Pang will return as host for the third consecutive year. Seven TV personalities are vying for the Gold Logie, including 2023 winner Sonia Kruger, Ten's I'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here! host Julia Morris, ABC's Lisa Millar, Lynne McGranger from Home and Away, MasterChef Australia's Poh Ling Yeow and A Current Affair host Ally Langdon. Two-time Gold Logie winner Hamish Blake, host of Lego Masters, is the only man in the line for TV glory. Rock legend Jimmy Barnes, singer-songwriter Richard Marx and Guy Sebastian are among those scheduled to perform at the event. The 65th anniversary of the Logie Awards will also see a new gong introduced, the Ray Martin Award for Most Popular News or Public Affairs Reporter. The inaugural nominees are Nine's Ally Langdon, Tara Brown, and Peter Overton, the ABC's David Speers and Sarah Ferguson, and Seven's Michael Usher. The limited Netflix series Apple Cider Vinegar, which tells the story of wellness influencer and conwoman Belle Gibson, received a massive eight nominations, including Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress and Best Lead Actress in a Drama. ABC's Fisk also earned a raft of nods, including for Best Comedy and Best Actress for Kitty Flanagan. Nominations for Best Drama Program have been dominated by Netflix and the ABC, with standout titles including the rebooted Heartbreak High on the streaming service and The Newsreader from the national broadcaster. In the Best Comedy Entertainment Program category, the ABC and Network 10 have split the nominations, with popular shows like Hard Quiz and Have You Been Paying Attention? leading the charge. Two-time Logie winner Bluey, the beloved children's cartoon, is also up for another award for Best Children's Program. The 65th TV WEEK Logie Awards will be held in Sydney on Sunday night and broadcast on the Seven Network.
