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15/07/2024

UPDATE: A UK Fan just mentioned that Ep11 of AGH9 went to air in the UK today. Not sure whether they meant Discovery+ or Quest TV UK.

15/07/2024

For all of our lucky AGH fans in the UK, already enjoying Season 9, we can confirm there are 20 episodes, and that the season should recommence with Ep 11 as follows: Discovery+ on 29 July, and Quest TV (UK) on 14 October. Sorry to all our ANZ fans - we don't have a TX date for AGH9 yet. Here are some behind-the-scenes of Season 8 in the meantime :-).

03/07/2024

Finale Night for all Gold Lovers of Season 8, Aussie Gold Hunters 😁. Hard to know if Episode 20 will bring the crews in on target. Will the Poseidon Crew hold together through challenging floods and reach their season target; do the Ferals smash their season goal despite a heatstroke incident; how many Kgs of gold will the Gold Devils produce from their heap leach. You will find out tonight on Discovery Channel in ANZ when Season 8 wraps and Thursday nights will no longer be the same 🤓 (for a while).

26/06/2024

Aussie Gold Hunters is on tonight - Season 8, Episode 19 on Discovery Channel, Foxtel Platform 🕺⚒🤩 The Gold Life is where it is all happening with a freak accident that forces Jacqui and Andrew to call in help; then Alan and Salty take a bold gamble for their final push of the season; and Shane and Kate dig up an explosive relic from the past 🫨. It all pure gold 😁

20/06/2024

If you missed Episode 18 of Aussie Gold Hunters tonight on Discovery Channel, Foxtel, you can always watch it on catchup. And you've got to watch this SPECIAL EPISODE as a couple of favourite Aussie Gold Hunters return for special cameos.

Get ready for dear departed mining legend, Neville Perry, as he answers the call and helps The Poseidon Crew battle to run two leases simultaneously, in a bid to meet their one-hundred-ounce season target; and watch gold wonder Vern Strange take it on with Alan and Salty to brave uncharted waters and make a significant discovery - that could place them in the history books. It's a blast!

13/06/2024

Better late than never! Catch Ep 17 of Aussie Gold Hunters Season 8 tonight in the next few minutes on Discovery Channel in ANZ. The Gold Devils return to their Fair Lady lease in pursuit of their 1000-ounce target; The Ferals face a standstill when their excavator is seized by rivals; and Vince, Bibbi and Murray's last ditch effort gamble pays off with a monster nugget 🤩🤩

06/06/2024

Does disaster strike the Gold Devils with just weeks left in their season; why do the Gold Retrievers put their gold dreams on the line; and is a big investment in new machinery too risky for Vince, Bibbi, and Murray??? Find out tonight in Ep 16 of Aussie Gold Hunters Season 8 on Discovery Channel in ANZ. It's pure gold 🤩.

29/05/2024

We are getting ready for Ep15 of Aussie Gold Hunters, Season 8 tonight 🤩. In flooded Victoria, the Poseidon Crew are forced back onto an old lease; Shane and Kate need some 'vintage' help to get on the gold in Western Australia; and Jacqui and Andrew get separated at night in far north Queensland. Why not tune into Discovery Channel for some gold therapy ⚒🕺

22/05/2024

It's all happening soon enough in Episode 14 of Aussie Gold Hunters, Season 8 for our loyal viewers in Australia and New Zealand. The Gold Devils gamble on a potential motherlode 🤓, as Alan and Salty go off-road in the extreme wilderness of the Kimberley 🫨, and Shane and Kate try to get two wet plants going, but run out of water 🥺. Enjoy yourself with a bit of gold sparkle tonight and tune into Discovery Channel.

16/05/2024

Electric Pictures is on the hunt for an online editor with experience finishing/mastering broadcast television to work on Season 10 of Aussie Gold Hunters.

A successful applicant would fulfil the following criteria:
- Technical understanding of conform, online and the mastering processes
- Highly skilled using Avid Media Composer and DaVinci Resolve
- Experienced in blurring/paint outs (usually completed in Avid MC, Resolve or AE)
- A keen eye and the ability to assess/QC moving images for broadcast.
- The ability to work autonomously while liaising with internal/external providers
- Strong multitasking capacity and the ability to juggle deadlines on multiple episodes simultaneously
- A meticulous nature, with strong media management/file naming practices
- An excellent communicator

This position will run from 9/9/24 to 25/4/25. There will be a 2 week break over Xmas.

The editor will be required to work on site in Fremantle, Western Australia.

Remote work applications will not be considered.

Please email your CV to [email protected] by 21/6/24

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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15/05/2024

In Ep 13 of Aussie Gold Hunters, Season 8 tonight, The Gold Devils battle on after losing a team member 🥺, the Ferals’ nugget trail goes cold 🤨 and Jacqui and Andrew face a night-time detecting mission for lost gold 😵. Tune in to Discovery Channel in ANZ for your Gold fix. 🤩

13/05/2024

Job Title: Digital Ingestion Technician

Position Overview: We are seeking a technically proficient and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Digital Ingestion Technician. This is a short-term-contract position (approximately 7-8 weeks) with an immediate start date, tasked with digitising our extensive collection of documentaries, currently held on a number of different tape formats and correcting any tape faults that may be found in the process.

Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure the highest quality digitisation while maintaining the integrity of the original content.
• Organise and catalogue digitised content for easy access and retrieval, along with producing various viewing copies.
• Collaborate with the post-production team to assist in the editing and restoration process as needed.

Requirements:
• Adaptable and eager to learn new skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong capacity to stay focussed and on task.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Base level familiarity with Post Production formats and workflows.
• Proficient in use of Avid software and PC hardware.

Preferred:
• Ideally, previous experience with broadcast quality tape decks.
• Strong interest in post-production for film and television.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about preserving historical content and have the technical expertise to digitise old documentaries, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio or work samples to [email protected]. Include "Post-Production Technician Application" in the subject line of your email.

At Electric Pictures, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Closing date for applications is Friday 24th May 2024 (please note only successful applicants will be contacted)

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08/05/2024

Tonight, on Ep12 of Aussie Gold Hunters Season 8, Alan and Salty have to deal with a dead-end situation in the remote Kimberley region; Vince, Bibbi and Murray encounter rain-drenched grounds in Victoria; and the Gold Retrievers struggle with their misfiring wet plant. Tune into Discovery Channel in ANZ for the gold action 🕺⚒

02/05/2024

Better late than never 😛 to catch Episode 11 of Aussie Gold Hunters Season 8 on Discovery Channel in ANZ , very soon ..... It kicks off with The Gold Devils in a race against the elements; while Jacqui and Andrew push themselves to new extremes; and some mechanical issues leave The Ferals divided. 😅

25/04/2024

Tonight are half way through Season 8 of Aussie Gold Hunters on Discovery Channel in ANZ with Episode 10. Tune in to watch The Poseidon Crew battle challenging terrain in the mountains of High Country Victoria; Alan and Salty risk man and machine to uncover the biggest nugget of their mining careers; and promising signs could lead The Gold Devils to a million dollar pay day.🏋😛😁

17/04/2024

Tonight our Aussie Gold Hunter Shane uses a clever bush fix to get himself out of a jam, while Vince, Bibi, and veteran miner Murray clash over tactics. Meanwhile The Gold Retrievers find a gold-rich quartz vein that could hold the motherlode.⚒🕺🤩 Tune in to Discovery Channel in ANZ for Season 8, Ep 9.

10/04/2024

Tonight we introduce new Aussie Gold Hunters team, Alan and Salty, and watch them take the plunge in search of underwater nuggets.🤿 Old Favs the Ferals hit a rich patch, but are forced to chase away night-tine thieves, and the Gold Retrievers call in family to save their season. Check in to Discovery Channel for Ep 8 Season 8 in ANZ.