The Living Room: Aug 24

This week on The Living Room Dr Chris Brown visits some Brumbies in the snowy Mountains, and Amanda Keller sits down with English comedian and actor Eddie Izzard.

Take Home Barry with Barry Du Bois: Outdoor Blinds and Lattice
DIY king Barry Du Bois shows single mum Veronika some handy tricks that will help revamp her rundown veranda. With a back deck that’s completely exposed, Veronika and her 10 year old daughter find escaping the glaring afternoon sun impossible. Baz calls in handyman extraordinaire Kyal to create an outdoor space that’s perfect for entertaining and family time.

Travel with Chris Brown: Snowy Mountains Brumbies
At the Mt. Kosciusko National Park, Dr Chris Brown meets up with the owner of the Snowy Wilderness retreat who has created a safe haven for a mob of Snowy Mountain Brumbies. Deemed a pest to local ecosystems but recognised as a valuable part of Australia’s heritage, Chris learns how the retreat is helping to restore balance and then sets out to photograph some of the Brumby mobs.

Food with Miguel Maestre: Mudgee Food Safari
Miguel heads off to the laidback town of Mudgee in rural New South Wales. Once known for sheep, cattle and gold-mining, today it is one of NSW’s premier food destinations with a wide range of locally grown produce. Miguel gathers some of Mudgee’s finest produce from some passionate locals and whips up a tasty, simple dish that showcases the amazing quality of his ingredients.

Celebrity with Amanda Keller: Eddie Izzard
English comedian and actor Eddie Izzard is in town to promote his new Australian film The Flip Side. Eddie chats to Amanda Keller about the film and running marathons and running for parliament.

7:30pm Friday on TEN.