The Newsreader — Season 2 Episode 6
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S02E06
Fireworks
It's the biggest television event of the decade - Australia Day 1988, featuring a full re-enactment of the first fleet sailing into Sydney Harbour, ceremonies with Prince Charles and Princess Diana, and one of the biggest protests ever seen in Australia.
Drama
Episode
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S01E01
15 Agu 21
★ 6.5
54m
Three, Two, One…
In 1986, the cutthroat world of commercial television news throws ambitious reporter Dale and newsreader Helen together.
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S01E02
22 Agu 21
★ 6.3
53m
Once in a Lifetime
Helen and Dale's new alliance has become the talk of the office as they cover the much-hyped return of Halley's Comet. The closer Dale draws to Helen, the more he finds himself thrust into the spotlight.
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S01E03
29 Agu 21
★ 6.2
52m
The White Marquis Matinee Jacket
When news breaks of Lindy Chamberlain's imminent release from prison, Helen, Dale and cameraman Tim fly to Darwin. But they'll face fierce competition as they fight to land the "interview of the century".
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S01E04
5 Sep 21
★ 6.7
51m
A Step Closer to the Madness
Helen is deeply apprehensive about meeting Dale's mother, while Dale gets lumbered with Royal Wedding puff pieces. But their everyday concerns are thrown aside when a bomb goes off on Russell Street.
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S01E05
12 Sep 21
★ 6.5
52m
No More Lies
Dale's career and his relationship with Helen couldn't be going any better, until his prized interview with an HIV-positive mother goes horribly wrong. In the eye of a media storm, buried secrets come to light.
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S01E06
19 Sep 21
★ 7.0
52m
Meltdown
While Helen is still reeling after Dale's revelation, reports emerge of a nuclear accident in Chernobyl. In the face of great fear and uncertainty, the pair must confront who they really are to each other, and to themselves.
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S02E01
10 Sep 23
★ 7.7
52m
Decision 87
It's one year on and Helen and Dale are now established as 'The Golden Couple of News'. It's Election Night 1987 - Hawke vs Howard. Competitor Geoff Walters is also making a well-publicised comeback on a rival network.
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S02E02
17 Sep 23
★ 8.0
54m
People Like You and Me
The country is rocked by a shock mass shooting in the heart of Melbourne. When Helen races to air with confronting footage of the aftermath, she is seen as exploiting the tragedy, and public sentiment shifts against her.
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S02E03
24 Sep 23
★ 8.0
51m
Greed and Fear
With international stock markets in freefall, Helen is plunged into crisis when a gossip columnist threatens to expose her troubled past. Feeling hunted, she turns to embattled CEO Charlie Tate for help.
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S02E04
1 Okt 23
★ 8.0
51m
The Hungry Truth
As Australia's 1988 Bicentennial approaches, Helen is determined to interview a fiery Aboriginal activist. Meanwhile, Dale quietly plans an elaborate marriage proposal.
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S02E05
8 Okt 23
★ 9.0
56m
A Model Daughter
The News At Six is approached by Geoff and Evelyn's daughter Kay Walters, who offers her story of addiction for a price, plunging Helen and Dale into an ethical dilemma.
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S02E06
15 Okt 23
★ 7.0
60m
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Fireworks
It's the biggest television event of the decade - Australia Day 1988, featuring a full re-enactment of the first fleet sailing into Sydney Harbour, ceremonies with Prince Charles and Princess Diana, and one of the biggest protests ever seen in Australia.
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S03E01
2 Feb 25
★ 6.5
52m
Night of Nights
In 1989, and Helen and Dale are reaching new peaks of success. Helen has been given her very own current affairs program, and Dale has become the biggest name in news with a Gold Logie nomination.
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S03E02
9 Feb 25
★ 6.5
50m
A New Era
When news of an Alaskan oil spill breaks on the day of Public Eye's launch, Helen is pressured to rethink her show format, whilst combatting a brutal act of sabotage from Lindsay. Dale tries to land an interview with the PM.
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S03E03
16 Feb 25
★ 6.8
53m
Behind The Front Line
Dale embraces his success, hosting a lavish birthday party. Meanwhile, Helen is struggling personally and professionally - Public Eye's ratings are dire but when offered an exclusive, she sees an opportunity to save her show.
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S03E04
23 Feb 25
★ 5.7
50m
One Team, All Brothers
As Public Eye climbs ever closer to News At Six's deteriorating numbers, Dale teams up with Rob, pushing the CEO to replace Lindsay. Rob makes a controversial comment on air when discussing Apartheid sports boycotts.
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S03E05
2 Mar 25
★ 5.7
54m
On the Brink
As Public Eye reaches number one, Helen is blindsided by a front-page article revealing her history of mental health struggles and institutionalisation. As she considers how to respond, she focusses her energy on a special report about the mental health system.
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S03E06
9 Mar 25
★ 5.3
57m
The Fall
Dale is falling apart, leaning heavily on alcohol to get through his day. When Helen's relationship with Bill deteriorates, her ability to produce her show is questioned, as news breaks of the Berlin Wall falling.