In a competitive night for television ratings, Seven’s popular cooking contest My Kitchen Rules emerged victorious, securing the top spot in entertainment with 995,000 viewers across the National TV Audience. Meanwhile, Nine’s new dating show, The Golden Bachelor, experienced a slight decline, dropping from its premiere audience of 749,000 to 700,000 viewers in its second outing.
The ratings success of My Kitchen Rules highlights its enduring appeal among audiences, as it eclipsed other prime-time shows such as 7:30, which attracted 849,000 viewers. In contrast, The Golden Bachelor’s dip, while noticeable, was not as severe as it could have been, suggesting that the show still holds potential for growth.
Television Ratings: A Closer Look
Following My Kitchen Rules in the ratings was the historical documentary series I Was Actually There, which drew 561,000 viewers. The comedy quiz show Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Gen followed with 332,000 viewers. Later in the evening, Murder in a Small Town led its time slot with 414,000 viewers, ahead of The Cheap Seats at 385,000 and End Game with Tony Armstrong at 372,000.
Other notable performances included Bump with 246,000 viewers and Tell Me What You Really Think, which managed to secure 130,000 viewers. These figures illustrate the diverse viewing preferences among audiences, with a mix of drama, comedy, and reality TV shows capturing attention.
News Programs and Their Impact
In the realm of news, Seven News led the pack with an impressive 1.29 million viewers, followed by Home & Away with 870,000 and The Chase with 572,000. Ron Iddles: The Good Cop managed to draw 163,000 viewers, showcasing the continued interest in true crime stories.
Nine News was close behind with 1.27 million viewers, while A Current Affair and Tipping Point scored wins with 1.05 million and 713,000 viewers, respectively. Nine News Late attracted 145,000 viewers, indicating a solid performance across its news programming.
ABC News pulled in 980,000 viewers, with Hard Quiz drawing 344,000. Nature documentary David Attenborough’s Tasmania captivated 245,000 viewers, and the comedic quiz show QI rounded out the night with 153,000 viewers.
Channel 10 and SBS: Niche Audiences
10 News attracted 289,000 viewers, while Deal or No Deal and FBI: Most Wanted drew 270,000 and 161,000 viewers, respectively. 10 News+ managed a modest 142,000 viewers, reflecting the channel’s focus on niche programming.
SBS World News garnered audiences of 182,000 and 126,000 for its separate broadcasts, while Great British Railway Journeys and Mastermind attracted 150,000 and 106,000 viewers, respectively. The Hospital: In the Deep End rounded out the evening with 83,000 viewers, emphasizing SBS’s dedication to specialized content.
Morning Show Ratings
In the morning show battle, Sunrise led with 398,000 viewers, followed by Today with 316,000 and News Breakfast with 259,000. These figures highlight the competitive nature of morning television, where audience loyalty and preference play significant roles.
As the television landscape continues to evolve, these ratings provide valuable insights into viewer preferences and the ongoing battle for audience attention among networks. The success of My Kitchen Rules underscores the enduring popularity of cooking shows, while The Golden Bachelor’s slight dip suggests room for strategic adjustments to capture a larger audience in future episodes.
