Backyard Blitz was an Logie Award winning Australian lifestyle and DIY television program that aired on the Nine Network between 2000 through to 2007 before its cancellation. It was hosted by Jamie Durie and was produced by Don Burke. The show featured a very similar premise to the show Ground Force, in which a team of gardeners employed by the show descend on a supposedly worthy individual's place and improve the garden for the cameras within a specified time limit. This similarity in fact led to legal action being taken by the rival Seven Network who at the time was set to debut an Australian version of Ground Force. The show like many of its other lifestyle brethren was mainly watched by older viewers and was widely derided by younger viewers and television critics. However it was a strong ratings performer. On 14 November 2006 Backyard Blitz was axed by the Nine Network after seven years on air. Don Burke, whose own show Burke's Backyard was broadcast by Nine for nearly 18 years before it was axed in 2004, said his production company was "quite shocked by this decision". In mid-2007 Nine aired the six remaining unaired episodes that were filmed before the show was cancelled. In 2008, it aired a spin-off show Domestic Blitz hosted by Shelley Craft and Scott Cam
Gardening Australia provides practical, realistic and credible horticultural and gardening advice, inspiring and entertaining Australian gardeners around the nation.
In 1940s Georgia, a Christian gardener adopts a black girl and begins a gospel choir that challenges racism and poverty in a rural setting. Based on a true story.
Tinker Bell, a fairy from the Fairy Kingdom, ventures to the human world and discovers the importance of self-discovery and friendship on a snowy adventure.
Richie Rich, the richest kid in the world, faces numerous challenges and dangers as he tries to protect his fortune and maintain his carefree life.
The Best of Me tells the story of two star-crossed lovers, Dawson and Amanda, who are brought back together by the death of a mutual friend. As they reconnect, they must confront the tragic events that tore them apart in their teenage years, including an accidental death, an oil platform explosion, and a prison sentence. Despite the challenges they face, their love remains strong, but will it survive in the face of heartbreak and adversity?
Mary, a young girl, stumbles upon a mysterious flower that gives her magical abilities for one night only. As she explores her newfound powers, she becomes entangled in a thrilling adventure filled with witches, magical creatures, and the pursuit of her own destiny.
Rosemary & Thyme is a TV show that follows the adventures of two women, Rosemary Boxer and Laura Thyme, who are amateur sleuths and professional gardeners. Together, they solve crimes and mysteries while running their gardening business. The show explores the dynamic between the two women as they navigate the world of murder investigations and horticulture. With each episode, Rosemary and Thyme find themselves entangled in murder cases that require their unique skills and knowledge of plants. From English gardens to hidden secrets, they uncover the truth behind various crimes, all while tending to beautiful gardens and cultivating their friendship.
Gardeners' World is a long-running BBC Television programme about gardening, first broadcast in 1968 and still running as of 2013. Its first episode was presented by Ken Burras and came from Oxford Botanical Gardens. The magazine BBC Gardeners' World is a tie-in to the programme. Most of its episodes have been 30 minutes in length, although there are many specials that last longer. The 2008 and 2009 series used a 60-minute format.
After serving twenty years for a violent crime, Ruth Slater is released from prison and struggles to reintegrate into a society that refuses to forgive her. She searches for her estranged sister while being stalked by the brother of the sheriff she killed. As Ruth tries to reconnect with her sister, she faces the challenges of redemption, secrets, and forgiveness. Meanwhile, her sister's adoptive parents hide the truth from her, leading to a car accident that awakens repressed memories. With the help of a sympathetic corporate lawyer, Ruth fights for her redemption while confronting her past and ultimately reunites with her sister.
Narvel Roth is a meticulous horticulturist who tends to the grounds of Gracewood Gardens and caters to his wealthy employer, Mrs. Haverhill. His carefully constructed life takes a turn when Maya, Mrs. Haverhill's troubled great-niece, arrives seeking apprenticeship. As Maya's presence unravels secrets from a violent past, Narvel's idyllic sanctuary becomes threatened.
A widower, Justin Quayle, is determined to uncover the truth behind his wife's murder, which leads him to a conspiracy involving big business and corporate corruption. As he investigates, he discovers a new vaccine being tested that is causing many deaths, and finds himself threatened and targeted by those involved. Justin's pursuit of justice eventually leads to a political scandal being exposed.
In the American South, a 72-year-old Jewish widow named Daisy Werthan accidentally crashes her car. Her son insists she hire a chauffeur, leading her to meet Hoke Coleburn. Despite initial resistance due to racism, their relationship grows over time. They navigate racial tensions, personal struggles, and changes in society together. Over the years, Hoke becomes Daisy's closest friend. As Daisy's health declines, they continue to support each other until their final encounter.
During the American Civil War, a wounded Union soldier seeks refuge at an all-girls school in Virginia. As the women provide him with shelter and care, tensions rise as they vie for his attention, leading to jealousy, betrayal, and ultimately, a dangerous situation.
In Timecrimes, a man named Hector accidentally discovers a time machine and gets trapped in a time loop. As he tries to fix the mistakes he made, he becomes entangled in a series of mysterious events that lead to a shocking plot twist.
High Life follows a group of convicts who are sent on a dangerous mission to travel to a black hole in deep space. As they struggle to survive, they face challenges including radiation, violence, and the complexities of human relationships.
Children of Heaven follows the story of Ali and Zahra, two siblings living in poverty in Tehran, Iran. When Ali accidentally loses Zahra's only pair of shoes, they come up with a plan to share Ali's sneakers, leading them on an adventure to make sure Zahra can attend school. As they navigate their everyday lives, the siblings are faced with obstacles that test their determination and love for each other.
A female landscape designer takes on the challenge of creating a garden at the Palace of Versailles. Along the way, she faces obstacles and must navigate the intrigues and politics of the royal court.
When a group of kids attending a space camp get accidentally launched into space, they must rely on their teamwork and ingenuity to survive and find a way back home. As they face various challenges and dangers, they discover an ulterior motive behind their mission and encounter an intelligent computer with its own agenda. With limited resources and an unknown virus threatening their lives, the kids navigate zero gravity, perform emergency surgeries, and outsmart the evil computer to ensure their survival.
A Fine Romance is a sitcom set in the 1980s about two middle-aged individuals, Laura and Mike, who meet through a dating agency and start a romantic relationship. Laura is an introverted translator and Mike is a self-employed landscaper. The show follows their awkward and humorous experiences as they navigate their relationship, deal with their respective families, and manage their small businesses.