ABC TV

Tuesday 13 October 2026

News Breakfast gives you the morning advantage. James Glenday and Emma Rebellato bring you the latest news, sport with Catherine Murphy and weather with Nate Byrne. Don't just start your day informed, start your day in front.

Tuesday 13 October 2026

Stay in the know with what's happening this morning. ABC News brings you up-to-the-minute news to fuel your daily conversations so you can stay connected and follow the discussion across the day. Presented by Gemma Veness.

A Second Start - Katie Noonan

In 2024, acclaimed singer Katie Noonan's life fell apart when she split with her husband. Her new album reflects the grief of separation but is tempered with lyrics about falling in love, gifted to her by writer Trent Dalton.

Episode 31 of Season 2026

The latest on the midterms and key candidates in the battleground states. Plus could the polls be wrong? Why the supposed 'red state blue wave' might not be enough to get Democrats over the line in both the House and Senate.

The Loss of Power

The gripping final years of Tony Blair's time in power as he's forced from office - and his ongoing global influence. (Final)

Tuesday 13 October 2026

The leading news at lunchtime. Jade Macmillan brings you the day's top stories and the latest news as it unfolds, with reporters in the community across Australia and around the world reporting on the issues that matter.

Episode 3

When Kelby's old friend Emily becomes the target of threatening texts the team must act fast to uncover who's hiding behind the screen. With Humphrey busy at home Kelby steps up to help Esther with the investigation.

House of Representatives

See democracy in action, as the parliamentary sitting week continues with coverage of Question Time from the House of Representatives.

Colour Blinded

Murdoch is pressured by the new Chief Constable to make an expedient arrest in the murder of a white man at a black church.

Mount Waverley

Husband and wife architects Gaurav and Vish design a multigenerational home for their aging parents and young children, entirely clad in over 9000 terracotta tiles.

Episode 7

The story of a mother who fears that time is running out for her to find her daughter, and a son who needs to make his father proud.

Beaumaris Castle 1

The Roadshow travels to the ruined Beaumaris Castle on the Island of Anglesey, North Wales, where treasures include a rare ballerina brooch and a much-loved copy of Winnie the Pooh that could be a first edition.

Episode 10

Hard Quiz host Tom Gleeson sets the bar high as Elon Musk expert Ross, Strokes specialist Kate, A-League aficionado Kogu and human eye hotshot David compete for the Big Brass Mug.

Tuesday 13 October 2026

News from where we live. ABC News NSW brings you the day's top stories, exclusive investigations and original reporting on issues that matter to you. Presented by Jeremy Fernandez, and weather with Tom Saunders.

Episode 162 of Season 2026

Sarah Ferguson presents Australia's premier daily current affairs program, delivering agenda-setting public affairs journalism and interviews that hold the powerful to account. Plus political analysis from Jacob Greber.

Episode 1

Marc Fennell investigates what it means to be a man today, where the manosphere is reshaping views on masculinity.

Episode 1

In 2010, 16-year-old Megan Bhari is at home watching One Direction on television, while battling a brain tumour, when she decides to launch a charity for seriously ill children.

Vika & Linda Bull

For 40 years Vika and Linda Bull have crafted heavenly sounds. From backing the greats to singing on their own, they've thrived side by side. In this beautiful episode they share the songs that helped them find their harmony.

Polyamorous

Polyamorous Australians, people in a relationship with multiple partners, answer the questions Australians wanted to ask but were too embarrassed or afraid to ever ask in person.

Tuesday 13 October 2026

End your day with the latest on the day's top stories. ABC News has reporters across Australia and around the globe to uncover what's happening and why it matters. Presented by Jade Barker in Perth.

Episode 146 of Season 2026

Australia's leading daily business and finance show, bringing you up to date on market moves, economic trends and the forces affecting consumers, employees and business owners big and small. Presented by Kirsten Aiken.

Inside Iran: War and Revolution

The story of Iran - the protests, the war and beyond - as told by those who lived it. Features footage and first-hand accounts of Iranian citizens offering a rare glimpse of what the conflict was like for those on the ground.

Episode 36 of Season 2026

Australia's leading forum for media analysis and comment. Walkley award-winning investigative reporter and former foreign correspondent Linton Besser brings you a fearless critique of the week's journalism.

Colour Blinded

Murdoch is pressured by the new Chief Constable to make an expedient arrest in the murder of a white man at a black church.

Episode 7

The story of a mother who fears that time is running out for her to find her daughter, and a son who needs to make his father proud.

Senate

See democracy in action, as the parliamentary sitting week continues with coverage of Question Time from the Senate.

Autumn: Feathered friends and carnivorous plants

Costa demonstrates essential gardening skills; Jane visits a welcoming communal garden; Jerry makes some feathered friends; Millie marvels at picturesque perennials; plus we meet a carnivorous plant collector.

Middlesbrough

Alan builds a wild and wooley wilderness garden to surprises a young mum Phillipa, who works tirelessly to support the vulnerable of her local community in Middlesbrough.