Australia's Wild Woodlands
Channel: Nat Geo Wild (DStv 182 / StarSat 221)
TX Time: 18h00
Genre: Wildlife, Nature, Documentary
Australia's Wild Woodlands is the story of one of Australia's most important ecosystems, which sustains some of the most distinctive fauna and flora on Earth.
The era of the eucalyptus woodlands began as the dinosaurs became extinct, and many of these ancient ecosystems have remained virtually unchanged ever since.
This film takes an intimate peek at an eclectic mix of some of Australia's most fascinating and secretive creatures.
From the rarely seen platypus to palm cockatoos and freshwater crocodiles, we journey through eucalyptus forests to reveal a world of adaptation and resilience.
For millions of years, constant rain and cool temperatures nurtured vast rainforests across Australia.
Over time, these forests contracted into the world's oldest continuously surviving woodlands, rich with diverse eucalyptus species.
Early explorers dubbed Australia Terra Psittacorum — the land of parrots — and northern Queensland still holds the greatest variety.
Among them is the palm cockatoo, famous for its bright red cheek patches and huge beak. Pairing for life, it is believed to be the only bird to use tools.
A male is seen tapping a stick on a tree hollow, hoping to persuade his partner to nest.
Fossils reveal that ancient forests were filled with species still present today.
In shaded waterways, the platypus — an egg-laying mammal whose ancestors lived alongside dinosaurs — hunts using a bill so sensitive it detects tiny electrical signals from prey.
On land, the hidden lives of woodland marsupials emerge.
Gliders gorge on nectar while bandicoots, northern quolls and possums clash fiercely over limited food.
Across changing landscapes, red kangaroos and budgerigars give way to nimble rock wallabies of the ranges.
Rain from these mountains feeds rivers inhabited by shy freshwater crocodiles, which become territorial during breeding season, even challenging larger saltwater crocs.
While crocodiles have recovered from hunting, species like the Gouldian finch face growing threats from habitat loss, climate change and poaching.
These ancient eucalyptus ecosystems have endured for millions of years, but their future is increasingly uncertain.
Mal Kamper 5
Channel: kykNET (DStv 144)
TX Time: 18h30
Genre: Lifestyle, Travel, Adventure, Afrikaans
Dewald Visser is the director and presenter of Mal Kamper, an outdoor lifestyle and adventure series which travels overland and sets up a wild camp at a variety of locations, showcasing South Africa in its true splendour.
In Mal Kamper there is no such thing as a normal campsite.
Dewald takes his equipped 4x4 and trailer and goes to the most inhospitable areas, throws something on the coals and gets the adrenaline flowing with a series of activities.
Dewald is an avid mountain biker and enjoys rowing, mountain climbing and diving, among other things.
Every now and then he even dares to go fishing.
Dewald also looks at so-called glamping and facilities such as caravans, luxury tents, houseboats, mountain huts and other beautiful places.
The fifth season of Mal Kamper takes adventure to a whole new level.
Dewald swaps ordinary campsites for the most remote, rugged areas imaginable, equipped with his fully fitted Suzuki Jimny and trailer.
This season is the biggest yet: 26 local camping spots, 13 overseas adventures, 13 unique 4x4 routes, and in total more than 50 brand-new destinations.
Whether it's the Tankwa, Cederberg, West Coast, Namaqualand, Karoo, Southern Cape or Overberg – each place brings its own challenges, natural beauty and unforgettable moments.
The 13 one-day 4x4 routes show how the Jimny masters every obstacle before finding the perfect overnight spot.
Dewald tours through Kafue National Park in Zambia, camping among wild animals, boating among hippos and crocodiles, exploring the park from the air and even spending a night without tents under Africa's starry sky.
More adventure awaits internationally.
In Turkey, he explores the historic cities of Antalya, Perge and Side, rafting down the Köprülü River and seeing the magical landscapes of Cappadocia from a microlight and a hot-air balloon.
With meat sizzling on the coals, excitement in the air and adventure around every bend of every backroad, Mal Kamper's new season proves that the best stories happen when you choose the wildest routes.
American Ninja Warrior 15
Channel: e.tv
TX Time: 17h00
Genre: Reality Competition, Game Show
Season 15 of American Ninja Warrior returns with the most elite athletes in the USA competing on the world's most difficult obstacle courses.
Hosts Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila, along with co-host Zuri Hall, are back to call the action as the ninjas make their way through the qualifying and semifinal rounds in Los Angeles before moving to the national finals in Las Vegas.
With the biggest changes in show history, Season 15 will challenge the ninjas to race side-by-side and head-to-head across a high-stakes course with a spot in the national finals on the line.
Additionally, the Mega Wall is even taller than before at 18½ feet and, for the first time ever, ninjas will need to complete all six obstacles in a designated time in order to earn a shot at the $10,000 prize.
Also at stake is a top prize of $1-million for the fastest ninja who can conquer all four stages at the national finals.