Australian Idol (2003)

1. S01E01The PremiereJuly 27, 2003—In the premiere of Australin Idol, we saw the best and worst auditions with Mark, Marcia and Dicko in major cities around Australia. The pic
2. S01E02From The Top 75 to the Top 40August 3, 2003—The top 75 from the auditions are divided into three groups were they have to perform in their groups a dedicated song. After three days of
3. S01E03The Top 40August 4, 2003—Time to meet the Top 40 semi-finalists. Become familiar with these faces as in a few short weeks, the public will begin voting for who they
4. S01E04Semi Finals: Group 1 PerformAugust 10, 2003—The semi's begin! The first 8 finalists give it their all in this first Semi-final!
5. S01E05Semi Finals: Group 1 VerdictAugust 11, 2003—We find out the first two contestant's voted by the Australian public to be in the final 12. They are Peter and Daniel!
6. S01E06Semi Finals: Group 2 PerformAugust 17, 2003—The second Semi-Finals show! See 10 of the top 40 contestants perform to win the viewers vote! Who will you vote for?
7. S01E07Semi Finals: Group 2 VerdictAugust 18, 2003—The top two performers, from the previous episode are Matt Chadwick and Kelly Cavuoto voted in by the Australian public to be in the fianl 1
8. S01E08Semi Finals: Group 3 PerformAugust 24, 2003—The third group of eight semi-finalists give it their all to have one of two positions to be in the final 12.
9. S01E09Semi Finals: Group 3 VerdictAugust 25, 2003—Which two out of the last episode's performers: Anthony, Yolande, Shannon, Rebekah, Guy, Martine, Ryan and Jennifer have been voted by the A
10. S01E10The Bad, The Mad and The UglyAugust 26, 2003—Today you meet some of the interesting, strange and just plain bad, auditions in this one-off special showcasing some fine and not so fine a
11. S01E11Semi Finals: Group 4 PerformAugust 31, 2003—It's down to the second-last semi-finals with another 8 contestants battling for a spot in the top 10!
12. S01E12Semi Finals: Group 4 VerdictSeptember 1, 2003—The fourth live verdict show where the viewers have decided out of the previous night's eight performers (Mary, Michelle, Costa, Brielle, Le
13. S01E13Semi Finals: Group 5 PerformSeptember 7, 2003—The last group of eight top 40 contestants perform to win their spot in the top 10. Who will be the final two? It's all up to the Australian
14. S01E14Semi Finals: Group 5 VerdictSeptember 8, 2003—Who out of the last semi-finals will be going through to the finals? Australia has voted for either Alex, Anton, Ben, Marcus, Paulini, Rober
15. S01E15Wildcard: Judge's ChoiceSeptember 14, 2003—The judges have decided on 10 contestants to recieve a second-chance to make it to the finals! Two people will be selected - one by the judg
16. S01E16Wildcard: Live VerdictSeptember 15, 2003—Based on the performances in the previous episode, The 10 wildcards will fight for the two positions left in the finals! The judges will cho
17. S01E17Performance 1: The 70'sSeptember 21, 2003—Watch as the top 12 perform hits from the in their first live performance on a new stage!
18. S01E18Performance 1: VerdictSeptember 22, 2003—Two people will have their 'Idol' run come to an end tonight with the result of the public vote to be announced.
19. S01E19Inside Idol #1September 25, 2003—Take a look as to what its like to be an 'Australian Idol' finalist. This is the first week with the 12 finalists.
20. S01E20Performance 2: Aussie Number OnesSeptember 28, 2003—Watch as the top 10 perform songs that have reached number one on the Aussie Charts!
21. S01E21Performance 2: VerdictSeptember 29, 2003—Who from the top 10 will survive to be in the Top Eight? Find out tonight!
22. S01E22Inside Idol #2October 2, 2003—This week covers the 'eviction' of Cle and Lauren and their Melbourne performance at the MCG.
23. S01E23Performance 3: Aussie MadeOctober 5, 2003—Watch the top 8 perform songs from Aussie artists in front of a live audience! What will the judges say this week?
24. S01E24Performance 3: VerdictOctober 6, 2003—Who's performance of an Australian artist has gotten them through to the top six?
25. S01E25Inside Idol #3October 9, 2003—What's the week been like for the finalists since the departure of Kelly and Rebekah? Find out in this 'behind the scenes' episode.
26. S01E26Performance 4: The 80'sOctober 12, 2003—Remember the great music from the ? Well, the six finalists are here to jog your memory!
27. S01E27Performance 4: VerdictOctober 13, 2003—Who rocked the 80's the most? Find out in tonight's live verdict!
28. S01E28Up Close & PersonalOctober 14, 2003—Five contestants, many questions, live performances with a 20 piece orchestra - how more close can you get? This is a special, one-off event
29. S01E29Inside Idol #4October 16, 2003—Go behind the scenes of 'that comment' by Mark Holden to Levi, more workout sessions and Paulini's 21st birthday.
30. S01E30Performance 5: R&B/SoulOctober 19, 2003—The five remaining Idols are singing the blues, rhythem and blues that is! A very special guest star, international R&B star Usher will be g
31. S01E31Performance 5: VerdictOctober 20, 2003—Who will make it to the top 4? Find out tonight!
32. S01E32Inside Idol #5October 23, 2003—Find out what the final contestants have bee up to in their house.
33. S01E33Performance 6: Big BandOctober 26, 2003—How will the final four Idol contestants go when they sing with a 'Big Band'?
34. S01E34Performance 6: VerdictOctober 27, 2003—Which performer earnt the BIG votes from their BIG Band performance? And who will be leaving the group tonight, leaving the numbers down to
35. S01E35Inside Idol #6October 30, 2003—Watch this edition of Inside Idol to see how the contestants coped with Paulini leaving the competition, picking songs for the 60's show and
36. S01E36Performance 7: The 60'sNovember 2, 2003—Groovy baby! Watch as the three finalists: Guy, Shannon and Cosima battle it out in this 60's special!
37. S01E37Performance 7: VerdcictNovember 3, 2003—Who wowed the audience and recieved the most votes from their 60's performances the night before? Is the last night for Cosima, Guy or Shann
38. S01E38Inside Idol #7November 6, 2003—Find out what the final 3 have been up to in their house.
39. S01E39Performance 8: Contestants ChoiceNovember 9, 2003—As the competition is drawing to an end, the two remaining contestants, Guy and Shannon, perform to a crowd without comments from the judges
40. S01E40Quentin Crashes Australian IdolNovember 10, 2003—This special shows Quentin, a personality in Australia, very persistent in trying to be an Australian Idol contestant! Go behind the scenes
41. S01E41Live Performance 8: Contestants Choice (Encore)November 13, 2003—If you missed Sunday's fantastic episode, here is your chance to catch up. This is an encore showing of Shannon and Guy's performances of th
42. S01E42Showdown TourNovember 16, 2003—Join Shannon and Guy as they do 5 states in 4 days on the BMG Showdown Tour! Follow their adventures of the past week!
43. S01E43Grand FinaleNovember 19, 2003—It's come down to this - the grand finale which will announce the winner of the first Australian Idol!!! Who will it be in this two hour fin
44. S01E44The Winner's JourneyNovember 23, 2003—Now that we have our Australian Idol, take a trip of the last six months of Guy's amazing journey to make it to the top!

Season 1 ranked & reviewed

1. S02E01Audition 1: Melbourne/TamworthJuly 13, 2004—Tonight's premiere of Season 2 goes to the Auditions of Melbourne and Tamworth. With plenty of excitement, shock, and of course, entertainin
2. S02E02Audition 2: Canberra/BrisbaneJuly 14, 2004—It's on to the Canberra and Brisbane auditions! Lots of 'bling', love shacks and even a 'Sweet Transvestite' turned up to audition!
3. S02E03Audition 3: Adelaide/Hobart/PerthJuly 20, 2004—It's off to Guy's hometown Adelaide, then to chilly Hobart, finishing with sunny Perth!
4. S02E04Audition 4: Darwin/SydneyJuly 21, 2004—The judges make their final pit stops to Darwin and finally Sydney to find the last of the talent.
5. S02E05From 118 To 72July 27, 2004—The top 118 are off to Sydney to see if they will last the three hard working days to make it to the top 30.
6. S02E06Top 30August 1, 2004—It's the last chance the contestants have to show their talent to the judges. Who will make the top 30 and who will be sent packing?
7. S02E07Semi Finals: Group 1 PerformAugust 8, 2004—The first group of 10 perform, as the Australian public are now in control of who goes through to the finals!
8. S02E08Semi Finals: Group 1 VerdictAugust 9, 2004—Who, after last night's performances, will be going through to the Australian Idol top 12 for 2004?
9. S02E09Semi Finals: Group 2 PerformAugust 15, 2004—The next group of 10 semi finalists step up to the challenge!
10. S02E10Semi Finals: Group 2 VerdictAugust 16, 2004—Last night, not many of the contestants 'wowed' the judges but which ones won over Australia? The next three finalists are revealed tonight!
11. S02E11Semi Finals: Group 3 PerformAugust 22, 2004—The last group of semi-finalists are competing for three spots in the final team.
12. S02E12Semi Finals: Group 3 VerdictAugust 23, 2004—The last of the semi-finals, which three from last night's amazing performers won the votes of the finals?!
13. S02E13Wild Card: PeformanceAugust 29, 2004—Ten lucky semi-finalists have a second chance to wow the viewers and judges to try and get a spot in the top 12!
14. S02E14Wild Card: VerdictAugust 30, 2004—The last three finalists will be decided with the judges deciding two, and the Australian public deciding the other! Who will make up the la
15. S02E15The Final 12: Australian MadeSeptember 5, 2004—The finals are starting! Tonight the top 12 perform all Aussie hits in front of a studio audience!
16. S02E16The Final 12: VerdictSeptember 6, 2004—Who will be the first person eliminated from the final 12?
17. S02E17The Final 11: PopSeptember 12, 2004—The top 11 go 'Pop' in this week's final!
18. S02E18The Final 11: VerdictSeptember 13, 2004—Who's time on the Australian Idol journey is about to go 'pop'?!
19. S02E19The Final 10: 60'sSeptember 19, 2004—Yeah, baby, yeah! The Idol's take us back to the era of Beatle Mania and the Stones - the Sixties!!!
20. S02E20The Final 10: VerdictSeptember 20, 2004—Who didn't survive the swinging sixties elimination?
21. S02E21The Final 9: DiscoSeptember 26, 2004—Break out the platform shoes and the flares, the top 9 are bringing the best in Disco!
22. S02E22The Final 9: VerdictSeptember 27, 2004—Who's dancing their way out of the competition this week?
23. S02E23The Final 8: Contestant's ChoiceOctober 3, 2004—The finalist make their own decisions tonight, and sing any song of their choice.
24. S02E24The Final 8: VerdictOctober 4, 2004—Who's own choice makes them Australia's choice to go this week.
25. S02E25The Final 7: The BeatlesOctober 10, 2004—The fab 7 sing their versions of songs by the fab 4! Take a trip down 'Abbey Road' and hear songs by The Beatles!
26. S02E26The Final 7: VerdictOctober 11, 2004—Who is taking their trip home in a 'Yellow Submarine'? Find out tonight when the group of 7 become 6.
27. S02E27The Final 6 - The 80'sOctober 17, 2004—Back to the era that was shoulder pads, bright colours and the introduction of the 'power ballad', the top 6 sing songs of the 80's tonight!
28. S02E28Performance Live Verdict - The 80'sOctober 18, 2004—It's Back To The Future with someone who performed in the 80's show now leaving the competition.
29. S02E29Up Close and Personal - The Top 5October 19, 2004—No judges, no pressure, the top 5 sing songs and bare their souls for the Australian public in this special episode.
30. S02E30The Final 5 - R&B/SoulOctober 24, 2004—With the Opera House looming, the top 5 sing tonight songs with a bit of r'n'b and soul!
31. S02E31Performance Live Verdict - R&B/SoulOctober 25, 2004—Five become four.......who is leaving the competition tonight?
32. S02E32The Final 4 - Big BandOctober 31, 2004—Back to the era of the 'Big Band' our finalists battle it out singing two songs tonight!
33. S02E33Performance Live Verdict - Big BandNovember 1, 2004—Who is leaving the competition after last night's Big Band performance?
34. S02E34The Final 3 - The 70'sNovember 7, 2004—Strap on your flares, get out the blowdryer, the finalists visit the 70's!!!
35. S02E35Performance Live Verdict - The 70'sNovember 8, 2004—This is the last verdict show before the Opera House decider - who will be performing in the Australian Idol finale 2004?
36. S02E36The Final 2 - Own Choice and Winner's SingleNovember 14, 2004—It's a battle of the sexes - Casey and Anthony sing two own choices and the winner's single in their last attempt to win over viewers!
37. S02E37The FinaleNovember 21, 2004—Tonight, music history is made......will it be Casey or Anthony who gets to wear the Australian Idol crown?

Season 2 ranked & reviewed

1. S03E01Audition 1: Brisbane/HobartJuly 26, 2005—Australian Idol 2005 is off with Marcia, Mark and new judge Kyle. Australia\\\'s search for talent begins!
2. S03E02Audition 2: MelbourneJuly 27, 2005—Auditions move to chilly Melbourne where more of Australia\\\'s talented, and not-so-talented, turn up for a chance to warm up to the judges
3. S03E03Audition 3: Perth/AdelaideAugust 2, 2005—The judges endure more lackluster auditions in Perth, and the gang is welcomed upon their arrival in Adelaide by a special guest.
4. S03E04Audition 4: SydneyAugust 3, 2005—The weary judges finish the open-audition process with one last stop in Sydney.
5. S03E05From 150 to 78August 9, 2005—In Sydney, the excited group of 150 contestants gets wheedled down to 78. Then trios are chosen and start practicing for the next phase.
6. S03E06Top 30August 10, 2005—Trios perform, and emotions run high as the number of contestants gets cut down to 30.
7. S03E07Inside Idol 1August 11, 2005—Leah McLeod gives the first group of semi-finalists an inside look at the music industry.
8. S03E08Semi Finals: Group 1 PerformAugust 16, 2005—The first group of semi-finalists try to charm the judges and the voting audience with their song selections.
9. S03E09Semi Finals: Group 1 VerdictAugust 17, 2005—Australia has spoken. The first three finalists are announced.
10. S03E10Inside Idol 2August 18, 2005—Leah McLeod takes Group 2's semifinalists out for a day of adventure, food, and some industry advice.
11. S03E11Semi Finals: Group 2 PerformAugust 21, 2005—The second group of semifinalists shows off their performance skills.
12. S03E12Semi Finals: Group 2 VerdictAugust 22, 2005—Tonight we find out which three performers from Group 2 will make it to the Finals.
13. S03E13Inside Idol 3August 25, 2005—Leah McLeod takes Group 3 on a tribal-themed outing.
14. S03E14Semi Finals: Group 3 PerformAugust 28, 2005—The last group of semifinalists perform for a chance to win the voters' hearts.
15. S03E15Semi Finals: Group 3 VerdictAugust 29, 2005—The singers moving on to the finals from Group 3 are revealed, and the first three wildcard performers are chosen.
16. S03E16Inside Idol 4September 1, 2005—The remainder of the wildcard spots are filled, and those chosen are paired up for a dance-off.
17. S03E17Wild Card: PerformanceSeptember 4, 2005—The wildcard performers have one last chance to redeem themselves tonight.
18. S03E18Wild Card: VerdictSeptember 5, 2005—The last of the Finals positions are determined... with a little twist.
19. S03E19Inside Idol 5September 8, 2005—Leah McLeod takes the excited finalists to their new home at Idol HQ where the most obvious thing to do is to celebrate!
20. S03E20The Final 13: Australian MadeSeptember 11, 2005—The finalists give their own twists on Australian classic hits during this 2-hour live broadcast.
21. S03E21The Final 13: VerdictSeptember 12, 2005—The votes are in, and Australia has decided who moves on to the next round.
22. S03E22Inside Idol 6September 15, 2005—Leah McLeod gives us the scoop from backstage at the first Finals performance. She also catches up with the remaining 11 as they prepare fo
23. S03E23The Final 11: The 60sSeptember 18, 2005—This week the finalists perform songs that were hits before they were even born.
24. S03E24The Finals 11: VerdictSeptember 19, 2005—The Idols start off the show with a rendition of "Happy Together", but unfortunately one of them will have to go home.
25. S03E25Inside Idol 7September 22, 2005—Once again Leah has all the backstage drama, and she also travels with the group to Melbourne where they perform for a huge group of Idol fa
26. S03E26The Final 10: Rock SupergroupSeptember 25, 2005—The Top 10 rock out to their favourite rock anthems.
27. S03E27The Final 10: VerdictSeptember 26, 2005—The group performs "My Generation" before getting the live results of the voting.
28. S03E28Inside Idol 8September 29, 2005—Leah McLeod gets the low-down on the personal relationships developing on Idol, and of course, she has the backstage perspective from this w
29. S03E29The Final 9: Contestant's ChoiceOctober 2, 2005—The remaining nine vocalists get to pick a song to suit their own preference and style for this week's destiny-deciding performance.
30. S03E30The Final 9: VerdictOctober 3, 2005—Ricki-Lee Coulter, a finalist from last season, does a special performance. The nine finalists for this year perform a group song and wait t
31. S03E31Inside Idol 9October 6, 2005—Leah McLeod gets the lowdown on the backstage controversy following this week's Idol's Choice performances.
32. S03E32The Final 8: Big BandOctober 9, 2005—The remaining eight contestants give some Big Band classics a try.
33. S03E33The Final 8: VerdictOctober 10, 2005—The Final 8 perform a swing version of Jet's "Are You Gonna Be My Girl" before one more person is voted off.
34. S03E34Inside Idol 10October 13, 2005—The girls of the group open up to Leah McLeod after an emotional week with Idol.
35. S03E35The Final 7: The 80sOctober 16, 2005—The Final 7 pick their favourite songs from the 80s to wow the judges and the Australian audience.
36. S03E36The Final 7: The 80sOctober 16, 2005—The Final 7 pick their favourite songs from the 80s to wow the judges and the Australian audience.
37. S03E37The Final 7: VerdictOctober 17, 2005—After a group performance of Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up", the Idols find out how the audience voted.
38. S03E38Inside Idol 11October 20, 2005—Leah McLeod goes behind the scenes during this week's tearful verdict episode.
39. S03E39Up Close and Personal: The Top 6October 21, 2005—Raising funds for the Ronald McDonald House Charity, the final six contestants sit down and answer questions from the studio audience.
40. S03E40The Final 6: MotownOctober 23, 2005—The finalists deliver a bit of soul with their Motown hits.
41. S03E41The Final 6: VerdictOctober 24, 2005—David Hasselhoff is a guest judge, and the Idols perform The Four Tops' "Baby, I Need Your Love".
42. S03E42Inside Idol 12October 27, 2005—Leah McLeod follows the Idols this week leading up to their performances, the trip to the Arias, and she gets the story behind Anne's heartf
43. S03E43The Final 5: The 70sOctober 30, 2005—Which two Idols give touchdown-worthy performances this week with the 70s theme?
44. S03E44The Final 5: VerdictOctober 31, 2005—The top five channel their inner KC & the Sunshine Band before hearing who goes home this week.
45. S03E45Inside Idol 13November 3, 2005—Leah McLeod travels to Brisbane with the Idols and has all the backstage goss.
46. S03E46The Final 4: ElvisNovember 6, 2005—The final four pay tribute to the King this week on Idol.
47. S03E47The Final 4: VerdictNovember 7, 2005—Each week, it gets harder and harder to say goodbye to one of our performers, but after a group performance of "Suspicious Minds", someone h
48. S03E48Inside Idol 14November 10, 2005—The Inside Idol gang follows the contestants to their Final 13 CD launch, and the final 3 learn what it takes to be stars.
49. S03E49The Final 3: Number One HitsNovember 13, 2005—This week the remaining three Idols pick two #1 songs each to perform.
50. S03E50The Final 3: VerdictNovember 14, 2005—The remaining three perform a rendition of "Are You Gonna Go My Way" before finding out who is going to be performing at the Opera House.
51. S03E51Inside Idol 15November 17, 2005—Leah McLeod catches up with the remaining finalists and also has a special talk with last year's Idol winner, Casey Donovan.
52. S03E52The Grand Final: Own Choice and Winner's SingleNovember 20, 2005—It's down to two divas who are hoping to win over the hearts of Australia with their performances tonight.
53. S03E53The FinaleNovember 21, 2005—Former Idol stars return, and we find out who is 2005's Australian Idol!

Season 3 ranked & reviewed

1. S04E01Auditions 1: Melbourne, Hobart & Alice SpringsAugust 6, 2006—The nationwide search for a singing super-star starts tonight! Australian Idol is back and already breaking records with thousands of hopefu
2. S04E02Auditions 2: Perth & AdelaideAugust 7, 2006—The judges continue their journey to find Australia's next Australian Idol in Perth and Adelaide.
3. S04E03Auditions 3: Sydney & TownsvilleAugust 13, 2006—The judges travel to Sydney and Townsville on their quest to find the next Australian Idol.
4. S04E04Auditions 4: Queensland & Albury WodongaAugust 14, 2006—The judges make their final stops for auditions to find the next Australian Idol.
5. S04E05Top 125August 20, 2006—This showed the first and second day of the top 125 in Sydney being cut down by over half.
6. S04E06Top 24August 21, 2006—Third and final day of the pre finals in Sydney. To judges go one-on-one with all the remaining contestants to find the top 24.
7. S04E07Semi Finals: Group 1 PerfomAugust 27, 2006—The first group of six boys perform.
8. S04E08Semi Finals: Group 1 Verdict & Group 2 PerformAugust 28, 2006—The verdict for the first group of six boys followed by the performances of the first group of six girls.
9. S04E09Semi Finals: Group 2 Verdict & Group 3 PerformAugust 29, 2006—The verdict for the first group of girls followed by the performances of the second group of six boys.
10. S04E10Semi Finals: Group 3 Verdict & Group 4 PerformAugust 30, 2006—This show begins with the verdict for the second group of six boys followed big erformances of the last group of six girls.
11. S04E11Semi Finals: Group 4 VerdictAugust 31, 2006—The verdict for the final group and the announcement of the wildcard contestants.
12. S04E12Wildcard: PerformanceSeptember 3, 2006—The Wildcards perform for the final four positions in the Top 12 of Australian Idol 2006.
13. S04E13Wildcard: VerdictSeptember 4, 2006—The final four positions in the Top 12 are announced.
14. S04E14Final 12: Contestant's ChoiceSeptember 10, 2006—The 2006 Final 12 battle it out for a place in Australia's hearts in the first finals this year. This week, it's the Idols choice as to what
15. S04E15Final 12: VerdictSeptember 11, 2006—Australia says a teary-eyed goodbye to Joseph Gatehau, who is the first finalist to leave the show in 2006.
16. S04E16Final 11: RockSeptember 17, 2006—The Final 11 contestants perform a song from the Rock genre.
17. S04E17Final 11: VerdictSeptember 18, 2006—Another finalist must leave the competition.
18. S04E18Final 10: Number One HitsSeptember 24, 2005—Tonight the contestants perform a song that was number one on the Australian music charts.
19. S04E19Final 10: VerdictSeptember 25, 2006—Another finalist must leave the competition.
20. S04E20Final 9: The Year I Was BornOctober 1, 2006—Tonight the contestants perform songs from the year in which they were born.
21. S04E21Final 9: VerdictOctober 2, 2006—Time for the Verdict for the final 9 contestants.
22. S04E22Final 8: DiscoOctober 8, 2006—Tonight the contestants peform a song form the Disco genre.
23. S04E23Final 8: VerdictOctober 9, 2006—Another finalist must leave the competition.
24. S04E24Final 7: Acoustic/Contestant's ChoiceOctober 15, 2006—In a world first for Idol, contestants are given the choice to play an instrument during thier performance.
25. S04E25Final 7: VerdictOctober 16, 2006—Another finalist must leave the competition.
26. S04E26Up Close And Personal: OriginalsOctober 17, 2006—The contestants sing a song of their choice without the usual weekly routine.
27. S04E27Final 6: Big Band/Rock SwingsOctober 22, 2006—The saxophones, trumpets, trombones, harp, and rhythm section are back for another year. The Final 6 perform.
28. S04E28Final 6: VerdictOctober 23, 2006—Dreams of fame and fortune crumble for one hopeful.
29. S04E29Final 5: ARIA Hall Of FameOctober 29, 2006—Tonight the Final 5 perform songs from artists who have been inducted into the ARIA Hall Of Fame.
30. S04E30Final 5: VerdictOctober 30, 2006—One more Idol must leave the competition.
31. S04E31Final 4: Audience ChoiceNovember 5, 2006—The hopefuls are down to four, and this week you get to choose what the Idols sing. With only a couple of weeks left in the competition, the
32. S04E32Final 4: VerdictNovember 6, 2006—One Idol must leave the competition. Who will the Australian public decide is not the 2006 Australian Idol?
33. S04E33Final 3: Judge's ChoiceNovember 12, 2006—The judges get so chose what the final 3 will be singing for the last time at the normal stage for this year. Each contestant will sing 2 so
34. S04E34Final 3: VerdictNovember 13, 2006—The big verdict before the massive 2006 grand final is here which will decide who the final 2 will be to perform at the Opera House is a few
35. S04E35Grand Final: PerformancesNovember 19, 2006—The two singers left in the quest for fame take to the stage for their chance at becoming recording stars. They sing thier own choice of son
36. S04E36Grand Final: VerdictNovember 26, 2006—Everything comes to an end and like the other seasons, season 4 must have just one winner. There are more performances by previous Idols and

Season 4 ranked & reviewed

1. S05E01Auditions 1August 5, 2007—
2. S05E02Auditions 2August 6, 2007—
3. S05E03Auditions 3August 12, 2007—
4. S05E04Auditions 4August 13, 2007—
5. S05E05Top 100August 19, 2007—
6. S05E06Final 24August 20, 2007—
7. S05E07Semi Final - 1August 26, 2007—
8. S05E08Semi Final - 2August 27, 2007—
9. S05E09Semi Final - 3August 28, 2007—
10. S05E10Semi Final - 4August 29, 2007—
11. S05E11Semi Final - 4 (Result) / Wildcard AnnoucementAugust 30, 2007—
12. S05E12Wildcard ShowSeptember 2, 2007—
13. S05E13Wildcard VerdictSeptember 3, 2007—
14. S05E14Final 12September 9, 2007—
15. S05E15Final 12 (Result)September 10, 2007—
16. S05E16Final 11September 16, 2007—
17. S05E17Final 11 (Result)September 17, 2007—
18. S05E18Final 10September 23, 2007—
19. S05E19Final 10 (Result)September 24, 2007—
20. S05E20Final 9September 30, 2007—
21. S05E21Final 9 (Result)October 1, 2007—
22. S05E22Final 8October 7, 2007—
23. S05E23Final 8 (Result)October 8, 2007—
24. S05E24Final 7October 14, 2007—
25. S05E25Final 7 (Result)October 15, 2007—
26. S05E26Final 6October 21, 2007—
27. S05E27Final 6 (results)October 22, 2007—
28. S05E29Final 5October 28, 2007—
29. S05E30Final 5 (Results)October 29, 2007—
30. S05E31Final 4November 4, 2007—
31. S05E32Final 4 (Results)November 5, 2007—
32. S05E33Final 3November 11, 2007—
33. S05E34Final 3 (Results)November 12, 2007—
34. S05E35Final 2November 18, 2007—
35. S05E36Final 2 (Results)November 19, 2007—
36. S05E37FinaleNovember 25, 2007—

Season 5 ranked & reviewed

1. S06E01Melbourne AuditionsAugust 24, 2008—
2. S06E02Perth AuditionsAugust 25, 2008—
3. S06E03Brisbane AuditionsAugust 26, 2008—
4. S06E04Adelaide and London AuditionsAugust 27, 2008—
5. S06E05Sydney Auditions: Part 1August 28, 2008—
6. S06E06Auditions: Sydney, Part 2August 29, 2008—
7. S06E07Theatre Rounds: Top 100August 31, 2008—
8. S06E08Semi-Finals: Group 1 PerformanceSeptember 1, 2008—
9. S06E09Semi-Finals: Verdict #1 + Group 2 PerformanceSeptember 2, 2008—
10. S06E10Semi-Finals: Verdict #2 + Group 3 PerformanceSeptember 3, 2008—
11. S06E11Semi-Finals: Verdict #3 + Group 4 PerformanceSeptember 4, 2008—
12. S06E12Semi-Finals: Verdict #4 + Wildcard PerformanceSeptember 7, 2008—
13. S06E13Semi-Finals: Wildcard VerdictSeptember 8, 2008—
14. S06E14Top 12 Performance: Idol's ChoiceSeptember 14, 2008—
15. S06E15Top 12 VerdictSeptember 15, 2008—
16. S06E16Top 11 Performance: The 80sSeptember 21, 2008—
17. S06E17Top 11 VerdictSeptember 22, 2008—
18. S06E18Top 10 Performance: Aussie HitsSeptember 28, 2008—
19. S06E19Top 10 VerdictSeptember 29, 2008—
20. S06E20Top 9 Performance: ABBAOctober 5, 2008—
21. S06E21Top 9 VerdictOctober 6, 2008—
22. S06E22Top 8 Performance: RockOctober 12, 2008—
23. S06E23Top 8 VerdictOctober 13, 2008—
24. S06E24Top 7 Performance: MotownOctober 19, 2008—
25. S06E25Top 7 VerdictOctober 20, 2008—
26. S06E26Top 6 Performance: Rolling StonesOctober 26, 2008—
27. S06E27Top 6 VerdictOctober 27, 2008—
28. S06E28Top 5 Performance: Michael JacksonNovember 2, 2008—
29. S06E29Top 5 VerdictNovember 3, 2008—
30. S06E30Top 4 Performance: All American HitsNovember 9, 2008—
31. S06E31Top 4 VerdictNovember 10, 2008—
32. S06E32Top 3 Performance: Idol's ChoiceNovember 16, 2008—
33. S06E33Top 3 Verdict/Top 2 ShowdownNovember 17, 2008—
34. S06E34Grand FinalNovember 23, 2008—
35. S06E35And the winner is ....November 30, 2008—

Season 6 ranked & reviewed

1. S07E01Welcome to Idol 2009August 9, 2009—Brian McFadden rates the real and would be talent!
2. S07E02Audition 2August 16, 2009—Delta joins us as guest judge and Lady Gaga drops by the Sydney auditions.
3. S07E03Top 100August 23, 2009—The judges turn up the pressure to choose the Top 24.
4. S07E04Semifinal 1August 24, 2009—Six superfine performances shake the stage.
5. S07E05Semifinal 2August 25, 2009—The judges’ opinions were as varied as the song choices in tonight’s semi-finals.
6. S07E06Semifinal 3August 26, 2009—Our third semi-finals show had them dancing in the aisles
7. S07E07Semifinal 4August 27, 2009—The last semi-finals round capped off an incredible week for our Top 24.
8. S07E08WildcardAugust 31, 2009—Nine singers have a second shot at the Final 12.
9. S07E09Wildcard Verdict Final 12September 6, 2009—The Final 12 for 2009 get the ball rolling!
10. S07E10Final 12 Verdict Final 11September 13, 2009—Suzi Quatro helps the Idols unleash their inner rock gods.
11. S07E11Final 10September 20, 2009—11 contestants become 10.
12. S07E12Back to the 80'sSeptember 27, 2009—The Idols get their groove on!
13. S07E13Final 8October 4, 2009—The Idols sing the songs of a true pop superstar!
14. S07E14Final 7October 11, 2009—The Idols put their best feet forward for big band night with Harry Connick Jr.
15. S07E15Final 6October 18, 2009—Liza Minnelli lights up Idol for our Final 6 show!
16. S07E16Final 5October 25, 2009—The Idols sing two of their favourite songs.
17. S07E17Final 4November 1, 2009—The Madden brothers join us as guest judges.
18. S07E18The Final 3November 8, 2009—Pete Wentz joins Idol for a power-packed show!
19. S07E19The Final 2November 15, 2009—Michael Buble joins us as a guest judge as the final two Idols are revealed!
20. S07E20The FinalNovember 22, 2009—

Season 7 ranked & reviewed

1. S08E01Auditions #1January 30, 2023—After a long hiatus Australian Idol is back bigger and better than ever. Thousands line the streets of Australia’s major cities hoping for a
2. S08E02Auditions #2January 31, 2023—With thousands of people auditioning, only 43 golden tickets remain; a pass to the next round and a step closer to winning Australian Idol 2
3. S08E03Auditions #3February 1, 2023—The competition rolls on. Who will triumph, and who will miss out on a chance to win Australian Idol 2023
4. S08E04Auditions #4February 5, 2023—As space in the top 50 dwindles across the country, idol hopefuls do whatever it takes to secure their spot. Who will impress the judges eno
5. S08E05Auditions #5February 6, 2023—The auditions continue! Which Idol hopefuls will be one step closer to their dreams, and which will miss their chance?
6. S08E06Auditions #6February 7, 2023—As tensions continue to build, a new set of singers perform for their lives for the chance to become the new Australian Idol.
7. S08E07Auditions #7February 12, 2023—It's the final lot of auditions. Who will get through to the top 50?
8. S08E08Top 50 (1)February 13, 2023—The Australian Idol Top 50 is here! Who will impress the judges and prove they have what it takes to progress?
9. S08E09Top 50 (2)February 14, 2023—The Top 50 continues, as contestants give their all to wow the judges.
10. S08E10Top 24 (1)February 19, 2023—We're now down to the final 24 contestants! Who will continue to triumph, as everyone sings for their place in the competition?
11. S08E11Top 24 (2)February 20, 2023—The top 24 continues. Who among the contestants will impress with their singing prowess?
12. S08E12Top 24 (3)February 21, 2023—The top 24 round is almost over, but there are still some surprises in store before live performances begin.
13. S08E13Top 12 Performance ShowFebruary 26, 2023—The Live Performance shows are here!
14. S08E14Live Results ShowFebruary 27, 2023—The results are in! Which contestants will progress, and which ones will miss out on their dream of becoming the next Australian Idol?
15. S08E15Top 10 Live Performance ShowMarch 4, 2023—The Top 10 perform on the Idol stage in front of the nation and judges Harry Connick Jr, Meghan Trainor, Kyle Sandilands and Amy Shark. Who
16. S08E16Live Results Show 2March 5, 2023—Australia decides which artist will proceed to the next round of the competition and make it to Top 8. Special Guest performance by Adam Lam
17. S08E17Top 8 Live Performance ShowMarch 10, 2023—Sunday night the Top 8 perform on the Idol stage in front of the nation and judges Harry Connick Jr, Meghan Trainor, Kyle Sandilands and Amy
18. S08E18Live Results Show 3March 9, 2023—The Top 8 perform on the Idol stage in front of the nation and judges Harry Connick Jr, Meghan Trainor, Kyle Sandilands and Amy Shark.
19. S08E19Top 6 Live Performance ShowMarch 17, 2023—The Top 6 perform on the Idol stage in front of the nation and judges Harry Connick Jr, Meghan Trainor, Kyle Sandilands and Amy Shark. Who h
20. S08E20Live Results Show 4March 18, 2023—Australia decides which artist will proceed to the next round of the competition and make it to Top 3. Special Guest performance live on the
21. S08E21Grand FinaleMarch 24, 2023—The Top 3 perform for the final time on the Idol stage in front of the nation and judges Harry Connick Jr, Meghan Trainor, Kyle Sandilands a

Season 8 ranked & reviewed

1. S09E01Auditions - Day 1January 29, 2024—Australian Idol is back with only 30 Golden Tickets up for grabs, on the hunt for the best of the best to be the next Australian Idol.
2. S09E02Auditions - Day 2January 30, 2024—Day 2 of auditions & the judges search for singers with sensational style & undeniable star power. With only a few spots left in the top 30,
3. S09E03Auditions - Day 3January 31, 2024—It's day 3 and Amy Shark makes a dream come true, Kyle heads to the town of Sandilands and the song Valerie proves to be a popular song choi
4. S09E04Auditions - Day 4February 4, 2024—Halfway through the auditions and the incredible singers are still coming. From a humble trolley-pusher with a troubled past, to a pub cowbo
5. S09E05Auditions - Day 5February 5, 2024—It's the fifth day of Australian Idol auditions and country music queens to pop belters, shy schoolboys to sensitive tradies, all take the s
6. S09E06Auditions - Day 6February 6, 2024—It's the second last day of auditions and contestants yet to sing are feeling the pressure to perform. A boy band of brothers, a rocker girl
7. S09E07Auditions - Day 7February 7, 2024—It's the final day of auditions, and with just three golden tickets remaining, the judges' decisions will be harder than ever before. Today
8. S09E08Top 30 (1) Chorus Line ChallengeFebruary 11, 2024—Top 30 Week begins. Contestants face 3 epic challenges to avoid elimination & ultimately earn their place at the live shows. It all starts w
9. S09E09Top 30 (2) Group ChallengeFebruary 12, 2024—It's Group Challenge Day. The contestants have teamed up in trios to work on collaborations, and while some groups work together well, other
10. S09E10Top 30 (3) Solo ChallengeFebruary 13, 2024—The Solo Performances are here! Singing in front of a live audience and accompanied by a live band, performers must leave a lasting impressi
11. S09E11Top 30 (4) Solo ChallengeFebruary 14, 2024—It’s the culmination of the Top 30 week, and the last opportunity for our performers to secure a spot in the top 21. At the end of the night
12. S09E12Top 21 (1)February 18, 2024—From thousands of hopefuls, we’re now down to the final 21. This week’s all about transformation & the judges will be scrutinizing each sing
13. S09E13Top 21 (2)February 19, 2024—It’s Top 21 week and the incredible performances just keep coming. In front of a live audience, the pressure is truly on. Who will transform
14. S09E14Top 21 (3)February 20, 2024—With a special appearance from Tate McRae, it’s the last of the Top 21 performances. Only 12 Idol hopefuls will continue to the next round a
15. S09E15Top 12 Live Performance Party Anthems (1)February 25, 2024—The top 12 is here! With the pressure on more than ever, who will flourish under the bright lights of Australian Idol 2024?
16. S09E16Top 12 Live Performance Party Anthems (2)February 26, 2024—The top 12 heats continue. With the competition heating up, what will it take to impress the judges?
17. S09E17Top 12 Live VerdictFebruary 27, 2024—The Australian Idol 2024 Top 12 continues, on a night that is sure to be filled with star-making performances.
18. S09E18Top 10 Live Performance - Judge's Song Contest (1)March 3, 2024—The Australian Idol 2024 hopefuls have dwindled down to the Top 10. Who will thrive and make it to the Top 8?
19. S09E19Top 10 Live Performance - Judge's Song Contest (2)March 4, 2024—Australian Idol's Top Ten round continues, as the singers give it their all to impress the judging panel.
20. S09E20Top 10 Live VerdictMarch 5, 2024—It's the last top ten round, and nerves are high. Who will make it to the top 8 of Australian Idol 2024?
21. S09E21Top 8 Live Performance - Viewers' ChoiceMarch 10, 2024—Australian Idol is now down to the top 8 singers. As the numbers go down, who will rise up and impress the judges and the public?
22. S09E22Top 8 Live VerdictMarch 11, 2024—The top 8 are about to become the top 6. Who will have their Idol dream end, and who will stay alive in the competition?
23. S09E23Top 6 Live Performance - Heroes & TributesMarch 17, 2024—We're now down to the final six contestants. Nerves are high as the top six continue to amaze with their skills - and hope to stay in the ru
24. S09E24Top 6 Live VerdictMarch 18, 2024—The top six are about to be halved. Contestants will do all they can to secure an elusive final three spot and become the 2024 Australian Id
25. S09E25Grand Finale Live Performance - Aussie ClassicsMarch 24, 2024—It's the final three! With just one night until the 2024 Australian Idol crowned, contestants will give performances that everyone will reme
26. S09E26Grand Finale Live VerdictMarch 25, 2024—After all the weeks of auditions, judging and singing, the 2024 Australian Idol will be crowned. Who will become Australia's next singing su

Season 9 ranked & reviewed

1. S10E01Auditions - Day 1February 2, 2025—Australian Idol is back, and it's going to be the toughest series ever, with big voices, massive surprises and superstar talent like we've n
2. S10E02Auditions - Day 2February 3, 2025—Australian Idol continues with a massive day 2 audition. Hopeful superstars impress the judges, & Kyle's search for his wildcard takes him t
3. S10E03Auditions - Day 3February 4, 2025—It is the end of the first week of auditions. Singers are travelling from across the country in hopes of a golden ticket to the next stage o
4. S10E04Auditions - Day 4February 9, 2025—The final week of Auditions. So far, there have been some of the most phenomenal singers Idol has ever seen. 13 golden tickets have already
5. S10E05Auditions - Day 5February 10, 2025—It's audition day 5 of Australian Idol 2025. With more than half of the golden tickets now gone, the judges set out to find singers from gen
6. S10E06Auditions - Day 6February 11, 2025—It's the second last day of auditions, and the pressure is on to get one of the few remaining tickets to the top 30.
7. S10E07Auditions - Day 7February 16, 2025—The final four Golden Tickets are up for grabs on Australian Idol, and it's the last chance for hopefuls to secure a spot in the top 30.
8. S10E08Top 30 - 1February 17, 2025—It's Top 30 Week! Our singers are tested with three massive challenges designed to see who is worthy of a spot in the Top 21. A series of bo
9. S10E09Top 30 - 2February 18, 2025—It's time for the second challenge of Top 30 Week: Group Challenge! The pressure mounts as three contestants are sent home, and the remainin
10. S10E10Top 30 - 3February 23, 2025—The final challenge of Top 30 week. Performers must sing with a live band in front of a live audience. Each hopeful must leave a lasting imp
11. S10E11Top 30 - 4February 24, 2025—Tonight, the solo performances continue with the remaining contestants delivering the most thrilling & electrifying performances yet, hoping
12. S10E12Top 21 - 1March 2, 2025—Transformation week kicks off on Australian Idol with the Top 21 performers taking to the stage to show the judges they have what it takes t
13. S10E13Top 21 - 2March 3, 2025—From thousands of hopefuls, we're down to the Top 21 performers. Transformation week continues with another seven singers striving to progre
14. S10E14Top 21 - 3March 4, 2025—It's the final night of Transformation Week, and the last group in the Top 21 is battling for the final spots in the Top 12. Who can take it
15. S10E15Top 12 - 1March 9, 2025—Top 12 week kicks off with the first group taking to the stage to perform in front of judges & a huge live audience. The viewers at home can
16. S10E16Top 12 - 2March 10, 2025—The final six performers take to the stage tonight as Top 12 Week continues in front of a huge live audience. Who can take it to the next le
17. S10E17Top 12 - 3March 11, 2025—Top 12 week comes to a dramatic live conclusion tonight. The Top 12 have performed, Australia has voted, and now it's time to find out who g
18. S10E18Top 10 - 1March 16, 2025—
19. S10E19Top 10 - 2March 17, 2025—
20. S10E20Top 10 - 3March 18, 2025—
21. S10E21Top 8 - 1March 23, 2025—
22. S10E22Top 8 - 2March 24, 2025—Tonight, on Australian Idol, voting is now open! Australia decides which artist will proceed to the next round of the competition and make i
23. S10E23Top 6 - 1March 30, 2025—The top 6 take to the stage, with each song dedicated to the heroes in their lives. Prepare for the most emotional performances of the compe
24. S10E24Top 6 - 2March 31, 2025—After last night’s performances, the top 6 learn their fate. Only 3 singers will advance to the Grand Final. Who will be sent home, and who
25. S10E25Grand Finale - 1April 6, 2025—It's the Grand Finale! The Top 3 take to the stage for the last time to perform and show why they should be the next Australian Idol. Expect
26. S10E26Grand Finale - 2April 7, 2025—It's the Grand Finale results show, and after many weeks of blood, sweat and tears, your Australian idol will be revealed. Who will win Aust

Season 10 ranked & reviewed

1. S11E01Season's bestAuditions (1)February 2, 2026 1.0Australian Idol is back, baby! A wave of young hopefuls is set to impress the judges, and Marcia heads to Victoria for the biggest audition
2. S11E02Auditions (2)February 3, 2026 1.0Australian Idol continues with a huge day 2 audition. An incredible bunch of hopeful idols impress the judges & Marcia's search for her wild
3. S11E03Auditions (3)February 8, 2026 1.0The auditions keep delivering on Australian Idol, with another big week of unforgettable performances and rising talent.
4. S11E04Auditions (4)February 9, 2026 1.0It's a big day 4 of auditions for Australian Idol 2026. A brand-new batch of rising stars aim to impress the judges & Amy makes her way to t
5. S11E05Auditions (5)February 15, 2026—Idol judges raise the bar as pressure mounts. One singer gets a rare second audition, while Kyle visits the Navy for a unique tryout. Only t
6. S11E06Auditions (6)February 16, 2026—Australian Idol 2026 continues with the penultimate day of auditions. With an incredible new crop of idol hopefuls, all keen to impress the
7. S11E07Auditions (7)February 22, 2026—It's the final day of Idol auditions for 2026 but the talent isn't slowing down! With only four spots remaining in the top 30, singers will
8. S11E08Top 30 (1)February 23, 2026—Challenge 1 of Top 30 week sees our singers battle it out in the Chorus Line.
9. S11E09Top 30 (2)February 24, 2026—The Top 30 contestants are split into trios for the overnight group challenge. Tensions flare as they are pushed to their limits.
10. S11E10Top 30 (3)March 1, 2026—The overnight group challenge continues as the remaining trios face the judges under intense pressure. Three contestants are sent home as fa
11. S11E11Top 30 (4)March 2, 2026—It's time for the solo performances! Contestants perform with a band in front of a live audience. Only the very best make it through to The
12. S11E12Top 30 (5)March 3, 2026—Tonight, the remaining singers step into the spotlight with a live band and audience. For the very best, the Top 21 awaits, for everyone els
13. S11E13Top 21 (1)March 9, 2026—Transformation week kicks off on Australian Idol with the Top 21 performers taking to the stage to show the judges they have what it takes t
14. S11E14Top 21 (2)March 10, 2026—From thousands of hopefuls we're down to the Top 21 performers. Transformation week continues with another seven singers striving to progres
15. S11E15Top 21 (3)March 11, 2026—It's the final night of Transformation Week and the last group in the Top 21 are battling for the final spots in the Top 12. Who can take it
16. S11E16Top 12 (1)March 15, 2026—Top 12 week kicks off tonight as the first group take to the stage and perform in front of the judges, a huge live audience, and the viewers
17. S11E17Top 12 (2)March 16, 2026—Top 12 week kicks off tonight as the first group take to the stage and perform in front of the judges, a huge live audience, and the viewers
18. S11E18Top 12 (3)March 17, 2026—Top 12 week comes to a dramatic live conclusion. Australia has voted and now it's time to find out who is in the Top 10 and who's Idol journ
19. S11E19Top 10 (1)March 22, 2026—The Top 10 of Australian Idol kicks off with electrifying performances and emotional moments. This week the judges choose the songs, but wil
20. S11E20Top 10 (2)March 23, 2026—The live show performances continue, with the remaining Top 10 singers giving everything they've got to keep their dream alive and continue
21. S11E21Top 10 (3)March 24, 2026—Top 10 continues and voting is now open! Australia decides which singer will make it into the Top 8 and take one step closer to being the ne
22. S11E22Top 8 (1)March 29, 2026—Sunday night, the Top 8 perform songs selected by the viewers on the Idol stage in front of the nation and judges Marcia Hines, Kyle Sandila
23. S11E23Top 8 (2)March 30, 2026—Tonight, on Australian Idol, Voting is now open! Australia decides which artist will proceed to the next round of the competition and make i
24. S11E24Top 6 (1)April 6, 2026—The Top 6 take to the stage, with each song dedicated to the heroes in their lives. Prepare for the most emotional performances of the compe
25. S11E25Top 6 (2)April 7, 2026—After last night's performances, the Top 6 learn their fate. Only 3 singers will advance to the Grand Final. Who will be sent home and who w
26. S11E26Top 3April 13, 2026—It’s the Grand Finale and the Top 3 take to the stage for the last time. Expect surprises and guest stars for the biggest show of the series
27. S11E27Grand FinaleApril 14, 2026—It’s the Grand Finale results show and after many weeks of blood, sweat and tears your Australian Idol will be revealed tonight. Who will wi

Season 11 ranked & reviewed