The Reserve

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The Reserve

This series follows the fortunes of the Balule Private Game Reserve in Kruger National Park, South Africa, which is focusing on the rescue and protection of a dwindling rhino population.

Series, Documentary


The Reserve - TV Showtimes

Thursday, January 22

11:30am

The Reserve ‘It's Not A Job It's A Lifestyle’

9Go!

The Reserve

'It's Not A Job It's A Lifestyle'

9Go!, 11:30am, Thu, 22 Jan 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

The team goes on patrol with Balule's anti-poaching unit, and gets an insider's view of what they do and why they do it. As for the rhino that's too far away from home, it gets relocated to safety, as do 16 wild dogs.

Series, Australia, English, Documentary, Season 1 Episode 2


The Reserve ‘It's Not A Job It's A Lifestyle’

9Go! HD

The Reserve

'It's Not A Job It's A Lifestyle'

9Go! HD, 11:30am, Thu, 22 Jan 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

The team goes on patrol with Balule's anti-poaching unit, and gets an insider's view of what they do and why they do it. As for the rhino that's too far away from home, it gets relocated to safety, as do 16 wild dogs.

Series, Australia, English, Documentary, Season 1 Episode 2


Friday, January 23

11:00am

The Reserve ‘The Cost Of Protection’

9Go!

The Reserve

'The Cost Of Protection'

9Go!, 11:00am, Fri, 23 Jan 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

After a over 2 poach-free years, Balule finds itself under attack again. What does it mean for the men and women who work there?

Series, Australia, English, Documentary, Season 1 Episode 3


The Reserve ‘The Cost Of Protection’

9Go! HD

The Reserve

'The Cost Of Protection'

9Go! HD, 11:00am, Fri, 23 Jan 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

After a over 2 poach-free years, Balule finds itself under attack again. What does it mean for the men and women who work there?

Series, Australia, English, Documentary, Season 1 Episode 3


Tuesday, January 27

11:00am

The Reserve ‘Balancing Act’

9Go!

The Reserve

'Balancing Act'

9Go!, 11:00am, Tue, 27 Jan 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

There's more to conserving endangered species than simply chasing off poachers, however, many of these demands clash. How does the reserve serve all these conflicting needs?

Series, Australia, English, Documentary, Season 1 Episode 4


The Reserve ‘Balancing Act’

9Go! HD

The Reserve

'Balancing Act'

9Go! HD, 11:00am, Tue, 27 Jan 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

There's more to conserving endangered species than simply chasing off poachers, however, many of these demands clash. How does the reserve serve all these conflicting needs?

Series, Australia, English, Documentary, Season 1 Episode 4


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