Free live TV in Australia: legal streaming apps
Every Australian free-to-air network streams live for nothing, and SBS and ABC carry more sport than people expect. These are the apps to install before paying for anything.
Free services
ABC iview
ABC TV, ABC News and ABC Kids live.
SBS On Demand
SBS live channels, Tour de France, FIFA World Cup and international football.
7plus
Seven network live, including AFL matches on Seven and the Olympics.
9Now
Nine live, NRL on Nine, Australian Open tennis.
10 Play
Network 10 live, A-League on 10 Bold.
Kayo Freebies
Selected free sport streams from Kayo without a subscription.
Tip
Install the public-broadcaster apps first: they carry the live channels most people miss after cancelling cable, and they are free by law or funded by advertising.
Frequently asked questions
Is free IPTV legal in Australia?
The services on this page are legal: they are run by public broadcasters or funded by advertising with the rights holders’ consent. “Free IPTV” playlists shared online are not.
Do I need an account?
Most public-broadcaster apps ask for a free account; FAST services such as Pluto TV work without one.
Can I watch sport for free?
Public broadcasters carry the events they hold rights to; the page notes them per service. Premium leagues stay on paid services.
Do I need an antenna?
Not for the apps on this page. An antenna is the one-off alternative for the main broadcast channels in HD.
Which app should I install first?
The public broadcaster’s own app, then one FAST service for the long tail of themed channels.
ABC TV, ABC News and ABC Kids live.
SBS live channels, Tour de France, FIFA World Cup and international football.
Seven network live, including AFL matches on Seven and the Olympics.
Nine live, NRL on Nine, Australian Open tennis.
Network 10 live, A-League on 10 Bold.
Selected free sport streams from Kayo without a subscription.