Nine Network

Nine Network
Logo used since 2024
TypeFree-to-air television network
CountryAustralia
Broadcast area
Affiliates
Headquarters1 Denison Street, North Sydney
Programming
LanguageEnglish
Picture format1080i HDTV
Ownership
OwnerFrank Packer (1956–1974)
Kerry Packer (Publishing & Broadcasting Limited) (1974–1987, 1990–2006)
Alan Bond (1987–1990)
PBL Media (2006–2011)
Nine Entertainment (2011–present)
Sister channels
History
Launched16 September 1956 (1956-09-16)
FounderFrank Packer
Former namesNational Television Network (1956–1967)
National Nine Network (1967–1988)
Links
Website9now.com.au
Availability
Terrestrial
TCN Sydney (DVB-T)1057 @ 8 (191.5 MHz)
GTV Melbourne (DVB-T)1072 @ 8 (191.5 MHz)
QTQ Brisbane/Sunshine Coast (DVB-T)1028 @ 8 (191.5 MHz)
NWS Adelaide (DVB-T)1104 @ 8 (191.5 MHz)
STW Perth/Mandurah (DVB-T)1024 @ 8 (191.5 MHz)
Freeview Nine metro, Darwin & remote (virtual)9/91
Freeview Nine regional (virtual)8/81
Freeview 9HD (virtual)90/80
Streaming media
9Now (Australia only)

The Nine Network (commonly known as Channel Nine or simply Nine) is an Australian commercial free-to-air television network. It is owned by parent company Nine Entertainment and is one of the five main free-to-air television networks in Australia.

As of 2025, Nine Network is the second-rated television network and primary channel in Australia, behind the Seven Network but ahead of ABC TV, Network 10 and SBS TV.