A Sydney Morning Herald review reflects on initially dismissing The Piano, before the series wins the writer over—turning into the kind of feel-good TV that unexpectedly has you tearing up on the couch. With everyday pianists, public performances, and mentors including Andrea Lam and Guy Sebastian, the show’s quiet moments and personal stories deliver a surprisingly emotional hit.
Casting is now open for a new unnamed Australian quiz show described as an “addictive” format with big cash prizes and a mystery twist. The callout is open to applicants aged 18+, encourages people from all walks of life to apply, and notes travel and accommodation are covered for successful contestants, with filming set for a “very exciting destination.” The article suggests it may be connected to Seven’s previously announced Caught in the Middle, produced by Eureka Productions.
Screen Producers Australia (SPA) has announced the finalists for the Production Award categories in the 24th Annual SPA Awards, celebrating standout Australian screen productions across genres and platforms. Winners will be revealed at the SPA Awards ceremony on Thursday 30 April 2026, held during SCREEN FOREVER 40 at The Star, Gold Coast.
ABC’s The Piano returns for Season 2 with Guy Sebastian joining Andrea Lam as mentor, alongside host Amanda Keller. The series again spotlights everyday pianists performing on public pianos around Australia, with standout players selected for a finale concert at Sydney’s City Recital Hall. Season 2 premieres Sunday 15 March (7:30pm) on ABC TV, with all episodes on ABC iview.
FOX has renewed The Floor for two more seasons (Seasons 6 and 7), keeping the Rob Lowe–hosted “trivia conquest” game on the network for the long run. Based on the Dutch format, the series sees contestants battle in head-to-head trivia duels on a giant grid of light-up squares, with winners taking over territory until one champion controls the entire floor.
AACTA’s official Winners & Nominees page is a searchable hub for the AACTA Awards, letting you browse results by year and category to see who was nominated and who won across Australia’s film and television industry. (Perfect as a quick reference link for awards coverage.)
The Floor has been named Winner at the Realscreen Awards 2026 in the category Competition – Game and Quiz. Produced for FOX by Eureka Productions alongside Talpa Studios and BiggerStage, the hit trivia “territory takeover” format continues its strong run on the global stage.
Australian Idol returns for 2026, premiering Monday 2 February on Channel 7 and 7plus. Kyle Sandilands, Marcia Hines and Amy Shark are back on the judging panel, with Ricki-Lee Coulter and Scott Tweedie returning as hosts. The new season promises another tough search for the next breakout star, with $100,000 and a recording deal on the line.
