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ABC hoping for a smash return as it serves up Evonne Goolagong biopic
A three-part series about the life and career of the Indigenous tennis great, who twice won Wimbledon, is set to land next year.
- by Karl Quinn
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The Project is over. Love it or hate it, that’s bad news for Aussie comedy
As a former head writer, there are some things I won’t miss. But truthfully, I can’t imagine a daily writers’ room ever being launched in Australia again.
- by Hunter Smith
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The Bear is back, but this show has grown a long way from its comedy roots
If you loved season three, as I did, season four will satisfy. But if you preferred the vibe of season one, I’d make a booking elsewhere.
- by Louise Rugendyke
Antiques expert explains surprise value of original Beatles autographs
Owner stunned to learn value of original Beatles autographs on Antiques Roadshow on 9Now.
Antiques expert stunned by original Beatles photographs
A fan tells the incredible story of how she met The Beatles on Antiques Roadshow on 9Now.
‘Beautiful community of nerds’: The fight to keep a beloved radio station alive
FBi Radio has trained countless Sydney creatives, but the future of the alternative music station is fraught.
- by Nick Newling
Nick Carter and Angel Carter Conrad speak out in official trailer for The Carters: Hurts To Love You
Aaron Carter's surviving siblings bravely tell their family story in the official trailer for The Carters: Hurts To Love You premiering July 2, only on Stan.
Andy Lee is just a big kid at heart – and his new ABC show proves it
Andy Lee is always looking for the next thing, but what has stopped him in his tracks is the adaptation of his children’s book series into a show for the ABC.
- by Louise Rugendyke
This overlooked sitcom skewered Hollywood better than The Studio
The Other Two is one of the past decade’s most criminally under-seen satires, and perfect for your next binge.
- by Jared Richards
What to stream this week: Mark Ruffalo’s sad dad, plus five more to add to your list
This week’s picks also include Law and Order star Mariska Hargitay’s documentary about her famous mum, another Dad TV favourite and film icon the Predator gets a new look.
- by Craig Mathieson
How will Squid Game end this week? We have some horrifying predictions
One of the most popular shows in the history of television is coming to its close. Don’t expect a happy ending.
- by Meg Watson, Nell Geraets, Karl Quinn, Gabriela Sumampow and Hannah Kennelly
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