Sunday Night

It remains one of the most baffling cases in Australian criminal history. For the first-time, Karlie Tyrrell speaks exclusively to Sunday Night about the disappearance of her son, who vanished from his foster grandmother’s home in September, 2014. We are well and truly in the grip of the digital age. We are turning into a society of mindless zombies staring at our phones. Turns out there's a reason for it… we're being hooked.

Bree Robinson had every reason to live. The vivacious 21-year-old had landed her dream job as a cheerleader with the Gold Coast Titans. She was over the moon, according to her family. Yet, late one evening, Bree plunged to her death from her 11th floor balcony. Bree’s boyfriend, Dan Shearin, was the only person in the apartment with her when it happened.

For ten years, Scott Austic has languished in jail, for a murder he probably didn't commit. His ever-faithful mum and his loving daughter refuse to believe he did it. Now, there's convincing proof that crucial evidence against him was planted.

For 20 years, Lee Barnett was on the run from police, a wanted woman. Caught up in a fierce custody battle, she kidnapped her baby daughter and fled the US, criss-crossing three continents to evade capture. Lee finally settled on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, and got on with her life … until the FBI turned up on her doorstep. Now, for the first time since being released from prison, Lee is able to tell the full story of her life as a fugitive … a secret hidden from even her own children. From the outside looking in, rugby league legend Matt Cooper has it all – a beautiful wife, two healthy girls, a luxurious home and a place in Australian sporting history. But until recently, Matt had a dark secret – a secret that almost cost him everything. He was hiding a severe addiction to prescription drugs. Opioid addiction doesn’t discriminate, hundreds of Australians die every year, and thousands more are hopelessly hooked on strong pain killers. From superstars like actor Heath Ledger to everyday mums. Andy Hensel was a high-flying freestyle motocross star, fearless and always up for a challenge. But six years ago, his dream run came to a tragic end. Andy took off up a ramp hurtling more than 20 metres in the air, and missed the landing. He crashed the bike, broke his back and crushed his spinal cord. The accident left him a paraplegic. Enough, you’d think, to ground him forever. Not Andy. Sunday Night is there as he bravely attempts to fly again.

When he was just seven years old Calyn Hoad risked his life to save his little brother Kya, aged four. Weekend after weekend we see it happen, young people over-dosing and dying at music festivals around the country. LSD, MDMA and others are not always what the dealers claim - and taking them is a game of Russian roulette. Sunday Night goes inside the festivals and into a highly emotional debate. Should we be testing the drugs our kids consume? Major Ben Carlin is the most remarkable Australian adventurer you’ve probably never heard of.

A look at Sullivans star Susan Hannaford. Reinventing herself as a US property tycoon, she made and lost millions. In her first interview in decades, she will open the doors to her home and family.

There’s nothing quite like a Royal Romance, and this one has all the ingredients to ensure a full-scale, worldwide media frenzy. The lovable rogue who turns into Prince Charming falls for a beautiful commoner, an actress, and an American. When Harry and Meghan walk down the aisle this May, it will be a landmark moment for the Royal Family, nothing short of revolutionary. A union that once would have been impossible. As the Royal Wedding of the decade draws near, Sunday Night brings you the most extensive investigation so far.

It’s a balmy night. Two best friends, Leeann Mitchell and Cindy Waldron, are taking a stroll on a remote Queensland beach. They’ve been celebrating. Leeann has just beaten breast cancer. Arm-in-arm, they walk into the shallows. Suddenly, Cindy cries out in shock and pain. Then, with astonishing force and speed, both friends are dragged out into the deep by a massive crocodile. What Leeann does in a vain attempt to save Cindy from the four-metre man-eater is extraordinary. For the first time on Sunday Night, she reveals what happened that terrifying night.

Sunday Night sits down with former senator Jacqui Lambie. Lambi opens up about raising her two children, unemployment and finding a significant other after over a decade of being single.

An exclusive interview with Barnaby Joyce and his partner, Vikki Campion, featuring their newborn son, Sebastian. This is Vikki's first interview since her relationship with Mr Joyce were made public.

Tonight our investigation into the unsolved murder of 2 Sydney schoolgirls on Wanda Beach. The sociopath we name as the killer will give you chills. Michael Usher also speaks to 2 amazingly brave women who escaped his clutches.

On this edition of Sunday Night, Matt Doran meets a doctor that is about to perform a head transplant. Also, a look at the Margaret River shooter's motivations, and an interview with The Beach Boys.

Charlie Goldsmith claims he possesses a mysterious energy that can cure the sick using just his mind. But is he a healer or a hoax? Sunday Night's Angela Cox has put Goldsmith's claims to the test.

Sunday Night speaks with Elaine French, who has been robbed twice by African gangs in Melbourne. Also, a look at the increased frequency of lethal lightning strikes around the world.

Matt Doran speaks with people whose lives have been ruined by road rage. Also, Nicola Robinson talks about her campaign to make women aware of the dangers of breast implants.

Sunday Night looks at the disappearance of Helen Munning, and the strange actions of her boyfriend after her disappearance. Also, Shane Jacobson and Angela Cox go on an Aussie road trip.

Sunday Night speaks with Bill Browder, a Kremlin whistleblower who is taking on Vladimir Putin. Two of his friends have been murdered and he himself is an assassination target, but remains undeterred.

Sunday Night looks at school bullies who upload their attacks on social media, to gain fame and humiliate their targets. Also, Ben Felten discusses his goal to be the fastest blind man on two wheels.

Tonight we look at Operation Pendennis, the largest counter-terrorism operation on Australian soil. Hear from all of the main players in the investigation, including then Prime Minister John Howard.

Sunday Night looks at the case of Jemma Lilley, a woman fascinated by serial killers from a young age, who would go on to kill. Kobie Donovan talks about leading Australia at the World Dwarf Games.

Sunday Night investigates the Thunder River Rapids ride tragedy at Dreamworld, which saw four lives lost. Also, a look at eccentric socialite Jocelyn Wildenstein, who claims to have lost her billions.

Sunday Night shares the story of Ken Allen, a Victorian schoolteacher who found out that he was the father of 11 children he never knew he had. Also, Denham Hitchcock gets up close with polar bears.

Just weeks before her 70th birthday, Olivia Newton-John sits down with Alex Cullen for a candid interview, covering her career highs and lows, cancer battle, and a startling confession.

Ashley Coulston was an adventurer, a person who craved attention and fame. As you'll see in this major investigation, Coulston may go down as Australia's worst-ever serial killer and rapist.

Sunday Night speaks with Mary Kay Letourneau, a 34 year old teacher who made headlines when she seduced a 12 year old boy. Also, a look at living off the grid amidst rising electricity prices.

ABBA is undoubtedly Australia’s favourite pop group of all time, and that affection remains as strong today as it did four decades ago when the Swedish singers first toured the country. Recently, Björn, Benny, Agnetha & Anni-Frid returned to the studio, recording new music and preparing for a very unusual world tour. Details of the so-called Avatar tour featuring holograms of the stars are still being finalised, but Sunday Night got the first glimpse when the band sat down with Rahni Sadler.

Sunday Night looks at families coping with Tourette Syndrome and its violent mood swings. Also, a woman who survived a plunge into a canyon, and Monty Python's Eric Idle.

Matt Doran looks at the Ukraine, which has become the go-to destination for Western men seeking Eastern European brides. Also, Freddie Highmore talks about his role on The Good Doctor.

A look at Adalia and Meghan, two young girls who have a disease that causes rapid ageing. Also, Charlie Sheen speaks with Matt Doran about when he lost the plot, and a look at Insta-gangsters.

Melissa Doyle visits South America, and speaks with survivors of the Jonestown Massacre. Jamie Oliver speaks about his restaurant failures while still maintaining a love of cooking.

In a major investigation, we look into the mysterious death of scientist Jeffrey Brooks. While police concluded that he shot himself by accident, his family believed it was murder.

Sunday Night infiltrates Mexico's ruthless Sinaloa drug cartel run by the notorious killer, Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman. Also, Angela Cox interviews. Roger Daltrey, lead singer of The Who.

Sunday Night speaks with Lisa Cunningham, the first Australian woman in US history to face the death penalty. Also, Tziporah Malkah, aka Kate Fischer, talks about her eccentric behaviour and comeback.

For the first time, Roxy Jacenko opens up about her crushing emotional breakdown, while her partner Oliver Curtis talks about life behind bars for insider trading.