7.30
Season 2016
TV-G
The 7.30 Report was an Australian nightly television current affairs programme ABC1 and ABC News 24 at 7.30pm, Monday to Friday. A national edition screened from Monday to Thursday, produced at the ABN studios in Ultimo, Sydney. A local edition with a focus on state affairs screened on Fridays. However, when a big state political event happens, the national program can be pre-empted by the local edition.
Where to Watch 7.30 • Season 2016
59 Episodes
- 04-01-2016E1
04-01-2016Labor pressures PM over Dutton's 'mad witch' text. New fish species discovered in Kimberley to be named after author Tim Winton, Indigenous places. Will the battle over union reform define the Federal election? Executed Shiite cleric Nimr al-Nimr was 'basically peaceful': Dr Mohammad Marandi. - 05-01-2016E2
05-01-2016Fox Sports reporter Neroli Meadows speaks to 7.30. Cricketer Chris Gayle receives public lesson in etiquette after making a pass at female journalist. One punch attack: water polo community rocked by the death of rising star Cole Miller. Parliament House collection: fine art or avant garde crap? US gun violence: School shooting victim becomes surgeon to save others. - 06-01-2016E3
06-01-2016A rogue state? North Korea carries out nuclear weapons test without warning. US President Barack Obama takes gun reform into his own hands. Grammy nominee Leon Bridges on soul, songs and suits. High-rise residents fight sharing economy over reports of 'pop-up brothels', all-night parties. Hamstrung Obama 'tinkering at the margins' on gun reform. - 08-01-2016E5
08-01-2016Jasper Jones comes to life on Belvoir St and the big screen. Thai transgender kickboxer fights for a sex change. Could a national scheme block dangerous toys at the border? Cricket community rallies to deliver Proton therapy for volunteer mum with cancer. WA fire: Yarloop devastated by bushfire with 95 homes lost. 'More China pain ahead for Australia' with Chinese stock market woes. - 11-01-2016E6
11-01-2016Skin donation shortage leaving bushfire victims at risk, tissue bank warns. WA Premier: water supply, warning messages for Yarloop fire will be investigated. Australians with Lyme disease 'being treated worse than a dog riddled with mange'. WA fire authorities face questions over their warning during Yarloop fire. - 12-01-2016E7
12-01-2016David Bowie: the world celebrates the boy from Brixton. Guilty: Court of Arbitration for Sport brings three-year Essendon supplements saga to an end. Margaret Zhang: Student blogger becomes Australian fashion icon, courts Louis Vuitton, Swarovski. ASADA CEO: I do feel for the Essendon players. - 13-01-2016E8
13-01-2016London property market locks out all but the very rich. The Big Short: behind the Wall Street book and on the movie set with Michael Lewis. Ovarian cancer survivor to take on 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents. Has Turkey turned a blind eye to terrorism within its borders? London property market locks out all but the very rich. - 14-01-2016E9
14-01-2016The Spanner Man: one of the world's most unusual artists. Attackers, civilians killed in blasts described as acts of terror in Jakarta. Police blamed for third suicide at shooting range in Adelaide. Jakarta 'bracing for a more challenging time' as terror attack unfolds on streets. - 15-01-2016E10
15-01-2016Jakarta attack: five of seven dead were claiming to be from ISIS. Australian graffiti artists garner international fame as thousands flock to Geelong Powerhouse feature. Australian schools failing children with disabilities, Senate report finds. Game, set, match for Lleyton Hewitt. - 20-01-2016E13
20-01-2016There's not enough quality magazines for young women: Cleo founding editor. Australia's ambassador to the US Kim Beazley wraps up his posting. Is the once unstoppable businessman Clive Palmer in trouble? Can the Australian health care sector capitalise on China's emerging market? - 21-01-2016E14
21-01-2016Gay UK man's death certificate will recognise his marriage: Jay Weatherill. Diving made possible for disabled people swapping wheelchairs for water. SPC Ardmona rules out future taxpayer-funded bailouts. 'Never married' death certificate for deceased husband of British man was 'humiliating'. - 22-01-2016E15
22-01-2016Rise in slaughter of stolen dogs for consumption in South-East Asia. The name of God is Mercy: a Vatican journalist on writing the Pope's biography. Transgender: one man's journey of becoming his true self. Putin 'probably approved' assassination of Russian ex-spy. Whistleblower feared for worker safety in lead-up to Perth building sites deaths. - 26-01-2016E16
26-01-2016Zoolander director, star Ben Stiller on Justin Bieber, Donald Trump and the narcissm of social media. Should Australia become a republic? Indonesian government 'using Sydney server for spyware program'. Seniors share sex stories for Sydney Festival. Australian of the Year David Morrison outlines how he will contribute to national debate in 2016. - 28-01-2016E18
28-01-2016Labor's bad news aligned with my bad news so I joined: Anne Aly. NRL fans say the sport needs to clean up its act following Mitchell Pearce's lewd video. Why Donald Trump continues to gain momentum: from the man who drew his wrath in last year's Republican debate. Boys' club 'a sitting duck' for child sexual abuse, Anglican ex-priest and paedophile says. - 29-01-2016E19
29-01-2016Pressure grows on sport authorities after deaths of two boxers in Queensland. NSW Government announces 10-year public housing reform plan. Israeli government under fire for crackdown on human rights organisations. Malcolm Turnbull is not the old Turnbull – that's why I'm running against him: Evan Hughes. - 01-02-2016E20
01-02-2016US election: Iowa caucus kicks off presidential race. Hefty political and policy challenges ahead as politicians return to Canberra. Wills preselection: Labor's factional, union heavyweights likely to decide outcome of Victorian seat. GST debate: Premiers Mike Baird and Jay Weatherill say it's time for the Commonwealth to step up. - 02-02-2016E21
02-02-2016Doctors risk jail time for speaking out about treatment of children in detention. Malcolm Turnbull storms into Parliamentary year, warning troops to be ready for an early election. Tesla Powerwall: what this highly anticipated home energy storage system mean for the Australian energy market. Iowa caucus: political writer David Yepsen shares analysis from the tallyroom. - 03-02-2016E22
03-02-2016Peter Dutton: I want to be the minister that removes children from detention. Risking jail time: more doctors speak out about state of children in detention as High Court throws out challenge against Government. Hoax bomb threats: how will Australian schools handle them in the future. Takeaway coffee cups are not as recyclable as they seem and they're piling up in landfill. - 04-02-2016E23
04-02-2016Brisbane Archbishop Phillip Aspinall denies his actions led to youth being abused by priest. 'We can't do everything' CSIRO chief executive explains a shift in their focus. GST debate: political impact of raising the GST divides Government. Inside the fierce competition to busk in Melbourne's CBD. - 05-02-2016E24
05-02-2016Julian Assange 'vindicated' by UN's ruling in his favour. Health authorities do not know how a growing group of Australians got gastro from lettuce. Who will pay to rehabilitate the Queensland Nickel plant? Not Clive Palmer. Health authorities do not know how a growing group of Australians got gastro from lettuce. What is the mood on the Federal cross-bench. - 08-02-2016E25
08-02-2016Jackie Chan K-pop auditions: inside the hard grind for Australian pop artists to make it big in South Korea. GST debate: The Government talks up big new tax cuts as it buries plans for a GST hike. Retired Australian Major General Mike Hindmarsh faces questions about knowledge of civilian attacks in Yemen. Liberals risk expulsion to slam 'corrupt' preselection process in New South Wales. - 10-02-2016E27
10-02-2016New Hampshire primary: Analysis on the unpredictable race to the White House. Andrew Robb to focus on mental health after retiring from politics. Indigenous life expectancy has not improved, Closing the Gap report shows. Failed case against Australian who planned to fight against IS 'could encourage others'. - 12-02-2016E29
12-02-2016I will fight for the people we represent: Nationals Deputy Leader, Fiona Nash. POMs Virus devastating the Tasmanian oyster industry. I wasn't trying for the androgynous vocal, my voice is just high pitched: Shamir talks music. Are alcohol lockout laws a 'cultural backward step'. - 16-02-2016E31
16-02-2016Debate: what should negative gearing policy reform look like. Adam Goodes champions Indigenous businesses in role with Supply Nation. Compromise sought on 'backpacker tax' as working holiday-makers threaten to leave Australia. Deadly and illegal synthetic drugs still available over the shop counter. - 17-02-2016E32
17-02-2016Scott Morrison defends Government's economic plan. Scott Morrison says there won't be any big spending cuts this election year. Australian comedians supercharge an online campaign to help abuse survivors confront Cardinal George Pell. Australian flautist Tim Munro wins third Grammy with Eighth Blackbird. - 18-02-2016E33
18-02-2016Minor parties to target marginal seats if Government proceeds with planned Senate voting reforms. Up to seventy cancer patients under-dosed during treatment at Sydney hospital. Islamic State: Jakarta mosques, schools linked to Islamist terror group as Indonesia struggles to contain radicals. AFL promises 2017 women's competition as eager starters call for more details. - 22-02-2016E35
22-02-2016Senate reform: Malcolm Turnbull opens the door to early election and infuriates crossbenchers. Double dissolution election is 'still a live option' says finance minister. Australian surgeon inserts 3D-printed vertebrae in world-first. Save The Children seeks compensation after false Nauru detention centre claims. - 23-02-2016E36
23-02-2016Capital gains tax discount cut for superannuation funds under consideration by Government. Famous couples make their pillow talk public for Sydney's Spectrum Now Festival. Inquiry launched into St Vincent's Hospital chemotherapy dosage scandal. More detail to come on how Labor will fund election commitments: Tony Burke. - 24-02-2016E37
24-02-2016Ovarian cancer survivor story draws bi-partisan tears. Bow hunter targeted with global hate campaign for shooting feral cats in Australia. Domestic violence perpetrators learn they are not the victim in unique Perth rehabilitation program. Wesfarmers CEO says current debate on consumer laws is 'misguided', wants to join debate. - 25-02-2016E38
25-02-2016Defence White Paper: spending on weaponry and military forces is not an 'either-or' proposition. NDIS budget under strain with boom in autism diagnoses. Gay rights activists welcome government apology nearly 40 years after brutality and humiliation at first Mardi Gras. Seasonal farm workers receiving as little as $9 a week after deductions, investigation reveals. - 29-02-2016E40
29-02-2016Coalition backbenchers encouraged to press for more clarity on tax plans. Cardinal George Pell retains the support of Pope Francis amid Royal Commission: John Allen. Domestic violence survivor to be painted in portrait for The Archibald. George Pell leaves abuse survivors unconvinced after first royal commission hearing. - 01-03-2016E41
01-03-2016Conchita Wurst talks Eurovision, gay marriage and her famous beard. Child abuse survivors don't believe Cardinal George Pell's evidence at Royal Commission. How will Texas vote during Super Tuesday. Child abuse survivors don't believe Cardinal George Pell's evidence at Royal Commission. John Howard says the principal beneficiary of proposed Senate reforms will be the Greens. - 02-03-2016E42
02-03-2016Senate changes: Pat Dodson to champion Indigenous policy, Di Natale defends reform. George Pell: I will always believe that he knew, says 'pissed off' child abuse survivor. Super Tuesday: Donald Trump could be stopped but it's unlikely. Son of jazz giants John and Alice Coltrane, Ravi, launches Birdland in Melbourne. - 03-03-2016E43
03-03-2016Catholic Priest says Royal Commission wouldn't exist if people fulfilled their pastoral duty. Malcolm Turnbull tries to steady the political ship amid submarine leak. Malcolm Turnbull tries to steady the political ship amid submarine leak. Up to one thousand Queensland coal workers could have black lung, claims union. Piper Kerman's Orange Is The New Black and the problems with incarceration. - 04-03-2016E44
04-03-2016Staggering losses and survival stories emerge as Fiji rebuilds after Cyclone Winston. Australians should continue to travel to Fiji, Julie Bishop encourages. Alan Alda on why science and art are 'long lost lovers'. Cyclone Winston: Australian soldiers say it is rewarding work, helping Fijians rebuild. - 07-03-2016E45
07-03-2016Tony Abbott responds to Niki Savva's book, labels Peta Credlin affair claims 'scurrilous gossip'. Malcolm Turnbull must deliver on the expectations he's raised, says former Liberal leader John Hewson. Newcastle nursing home accused of failing to deliver care, resulting in elderly resident's death. The Dateables Ball: love found out of singles night for people with disabilities. - 08-03-2016E46
08-03-2016Classic cars outperform stock market to deliver vintage returns for investors. Preselection fight in Bronwyn Bishop's Mackellar seat labelled 'undemocratic'. Child abuse royal commission: whistleblower for Sydney dance teacher labelled liar before abuse came to light. More CommInsure clients say they've been ripped off, prompting questions around poor systemic culture. - 10-03-2016E48
10-03-2016Coca-Cola reveals $1.7 million funding for Australian health research groups. Australian charged with cyanide coffee killing in Indonesia may have been jealous, says consultant. Former independent MP Tony Windsor announces intention to run for New England. Deputy Prime Minister says 8 weeks is long enough to absorb Government's tax plan if there's an early election. Previously unreleased demos show Jeff Buckley 'breaking the ice' before Grace. - 11-03-2016E49
11-03-2016Confusion reigns: Jobs of 550 workers at Clive Palmer's nickel refinery still in doubt. Susie Maroney encourages positive health messages after melanoma diagnosis. Meeting to resolve a split in the management of Islamic schools ends in chaos. Is China's Xi Jinping more powerful than Mao. - 14-03-2016E50
14-03-2016US presidential election: Why Donald Trump should care about the Hispanic vote. Turkey bombing: The Australian ambassador's lucky escape in Ankara. Collapsed training college owners had long-term plan to escape sector, paid themselves $20 million. Crossbench panel: Senate reform, ABCC and the triggers for a double dissolution election. - 16-03-2016E52
16-03-2016Likelihood of Trump v Clinton firms up after Super Tuesday 2. Apex gang member explains why tough talk from police, premier made them angry. Is the Treasurer walking away from personal tax cuts. Calls for financial ombudsman to be disbanded after discovery of inaccurate file notes. - 17-03-2016E53
17-03-2016Thai military junta steps up crackdown; student activist describes being abducted by hooded soldiers. Punk rock was my life's soundtrack, says Henry Rollins. Call for regulation of insurance investigators after claims of bullying, intimidation. Departing politicians warn the public is losing faith in the Parliament. - 18-03-2016E54
18-03-2016Classic car owners put their dearly beloved cars up for auction. Senators debate voting reforms for Senate and Safe Schools program. Mick Gatto called in to Bank of Queensland franchisee dispute. Preselection contest in seat of Goldstein gets grubby. Highlights: sleepless Senators debate through the day and night and into the day again over Senate reform bill. - 21-03-2016E55
21-03-2016The kindness of strangers sees domestic violence survivor Marlene's half smile become a full one. Interview: Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull on ABCC legislation, tax reform, negative gearing. Malcolm Turnbull asks Governor-General to recall the Parliament over ABCC legislation. - 23-03-2016E57
23-03-2016How the Brussels terror attacks unfolded. Radiologist deregistered over sex offence charges in the US. People should not be overcritical of Belguim's security agencies: expert. We have to attack terrorism at its source in Iraq and Syria, says Australian Foreign Minister in wake of Brussels attacks. - 24-03-2016E58
24-03-2016Families of paramedics who took their own lives call for action from St John Ambulance in WA. Using Aussie slang makes a person more likeable, ANU study finds. Lead homicide detective 'astonished' audio evidence from scene not heard by jury in manslaughter case. Inside the Brussels neighbourhoods considered home to radical Islamists.