Indigenous current affairs programs, Living Black and The Point, return to NITV in April and May, respectively.

Host, Karla Grant, said: “Living Black remains dedicated to elevating the voices and experiences of our communities, with a continued focus on storytelling that resonates and empowers. This season highlights the strength, resilience and achievements within our communities while also reflecting on our history through milestone episodes and turning a critical eye toward the future with in-depth investigations.

“I’m excited to bring audiences across the country another compelling season of incisive and culturally grounded storytelling.”

Premiering on Monday April 20, Living Black returns with 14 brand new episodes, marking an extraordinary milestone as Australia’s longest-running Indigenous current affairs television program and celebrating 23 years on air. Hosted by Walkley Award-winning journalist, producer and presenter, proud Western Arrernte woman Karla Grant, the program continues its legacy of powerful, in-depth investigations and compelling conversations.

Since its inception in 2002, Karla Grant has been the driving force behind Living Black, both in front of and behind the camera. A prolific journalist, she sits down with inspiring and influential figures from across Australia and around the world, exploring the issues that matter most to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Renowned for its integrity and impact, Living Black delivers timely, intelligent and comprehensive coverage—told through a distinct First Nations lens.

Season 33 will continue to shine a spotlight on critical national issues including investigations into how police access commercial DNA ancestry databases to find criminal suspects; how music therapy is being used to rehabilitate Western Australian youth in and out of WA detention centres; and in a series of in-depth interviews, Karla talks to inspiring First Nations leaders about how they’re working to change the nation one day at a time. Audiences can expect powerful investigations and deeply personal conversations with some of the most iconic and prominent First Nations voices.

The Point returns on Tuesday May 26 hosted by proud Wuthathi and Meriam man John Paul Janke. Now in its 11th year with a new season of sharp, agenda-setting conversations focused on the biggest stories of the week, the series is filmed on Country and in-studio.

John Paul Janke said: “I’m proud to be part of another timely season of The Point, as we head out across the country to centre the voices of community. Creating space for local people to speak on a national stage remains vital, and this season takes us back into places we haven’t visited in some time — allowing us to connect with more mob than ever before.

“At a time when inequity between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians persists, The Point plays an important role in informing audiences and deepening understanding of First Nations perspectives across the country.”

As both the National Indigenous Affairs Editor at SBS and NITV, and host of The Point for the past eight seasons, JP brings authority, depth and a strong commitment to amplifying First Nations perspectives.

Each week, The Point invites direct conversations with decision-makers and community leaders, tackling the issues that matter most to Indigenous Australians, while advocating for greater awareness and celebration of the rich histories and diverse cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This season sees The Point on the Road in Melbourne, Wagga Wagga and the NSW South Coast to talk racism, youth justice and the ongoing battles for land and sea rights.