Channel 7

Channel 7 dominates Australian ratings with a mix of reality, sport, and long-running soaps. But its evening line-up is dangerously predictable, if you've seen one season of My Kitchen Rules, you've seen them all. The live sports coverage, especially AFL and cricket, remains the network's strongest draw. To watch Channel 7 online, Tvivu provides a steady stream of the network's live feed. As a general TV Australia staple, it covers everything from breakfast chat to late-night movies. Between reality shows, you'll find Home and Away, still chugging after decades, and the occasional miniseries that reminds you the network can produce quality drama when it wants to. The 6pm news bulletin is solid, but the morning show Sunrise often feels like paid content dressed as journalism. Reality hits like The Voice and Australia's Got Talent anchor the schedule, while the network's commitment to local drama has waned in recent years. Major events like the Melbourne Cup and the Olympics (when rights are held) bring massive audiences, but regular programming feels formulaic. Overall, Channel 7 live is essential for anyone wanting to understand Australian popular culture, but don't expect art-house curation.