Aussie Gold Hunters (2016)

In Western Australia's legendary goldfields, three teams of hardcore gold prospectors risk their dreams and futures as they pursue the ultimate golden reward.

Mechanical problems and a high-stakes gamble threaten to derail the gold season for both the Dirt Dogs and the Gold Gypsies.

As ‘Dirt Dogs' Vern and Leon are forced to uproot their operation, ‘Gold Gypsies' Chris and Greg face a huge decision. Remote prospectors Henri and Kelli strike salt lake gold.

Torrential rain threatens to drown out the season for the Dirt Dogs. Remote prospectors Henri and Kellie hit a hot streak, while the Gold Gypsies strike a once-in-a- lifetime find.

The ‘Dirt Dogs' fightback comes down to a make or break clean-up, Chris and Greg surf a wave of reef gold, and Henri and Kellie risk life and limb to stay on a hot streak.

Kellie and Henri face poachers and a crippling dry streak, and the 'Dirt Dogs' must break new ground to stay in business. Plus, the 'Gold Gypsies' seek out precious reef gold.

Kellie and Henri encounter breakdowns and bandits, and a failed plan sees the 'Gold Gypsies' run out of time and options. The 'Dirt Dogs' uncover a huge find - but there's a catch.

In the final week of gold season, the Dirt Dogs gamble big to hit their tally. Kellie and Henri mount a last-chance hunt for big nuggets, and the Gold Gypsies pursue their goal.

After a crippling five-month shutdown put a huge strain on the business, the pressure is on for bushland gold miners The Dirt Dogs. And solo prospector Rick Fishers joins the hunt.

As Gold Gypsies Chris and Greg Clark start their season with heartbreak, the Dirt Dogs hit a possible jackpot. And wild western team Ted and Lecky Mahoney hit the gold trail, hard.

Kellie and Henri unleash a new piece of tech on a vast salt lake. And in a remote frontier town, a chance meeting could turn a crisis into a jackpot for lone wolf Rick Fishers.

On the verge of a huge payday, the Dirt Dogs face up to a possible disaster, while Ted and Lecky's mission to find a one-in-a million nugget turns into a manhunt.

Deep in Western Australia's legendary Goldfields, five hardcore teams of gold prospectors are risking their dreams and futures, in pursuit of the ultimate golden reward.

As bushland miners The Dirt Dogs encounter a possible find of a lifetime, Henri and Kellie battle brutal weather and each other. And the Gold Gypsies strike a deadly threat.

Deep in Western Australia's legendary Goldfields, five hardcore teams of gold prospectors are risking their dreams and futures, in pursuit of the ultimate golden reward.

Deep in Western Australia's legendary Goldfields, five hardcore teams of gold prospectors are risking their dreams and futures, in pursuit of the ultimate golden reward.

The Dirt Dogs take on the biggest gamble of their career, and the Gold Gypsies tear into an all-or-nothing final mission. Meanwhile Rick digs deep to save his season.

The Dirt Dogs go to Kalgoorlie to process the gold from their Heap Leach. Meanwhile, Ted and Lecky's daughter, model and jewellery designer Tyler, joins their hunt for pay dirt.

The Dirt Dogs are back on fire and stake a massive million dollar target, while an eleventh-hour miracle saves the Gold Gypsies from disaster.

The Dirt Dogs could deliver their biggest gold ever, while rookie crew The Scrappers must overcome a family feud before they even pull one nugget from the ground.

Thieves are running wild as The Dirt dogs make a high-speed pursuit of poachers, while Rick Fishers is robbed and left stranded in the remote bush.

The Dirt Dogs abandon a barren gold ground in a bid to salvage their million-dollar season, while the Gold Gypsies unearth a $6000 gold bonanza.

The Dirt Dogs hunt for an elusive gold reef and unearth a mother lode of calcrete-covered gold, while The Scrappers have their first weigh-in after eight months of painstaking effort.

One of the gold hunters unearths a monster nugget that dramatically transforms their season.

Vern and Marko reach a crisis point; Rick takes to the air in a crucial race to peg a new lease.

The Dirt Dogs are sabotaged after Marko's shocking departure, but they fight back with big tech and even bigger gold.

Scorching 45-degree desert heat pushes Rick Fishers to his limit; Alex risks facing more snakes in his hunt for gold-rich pay dirt.

The Dirt Dogs and Gold Gypsies fight back against the rising number of gold thieves, while the Scrappers' wash plant comes to a screaming halt.

The Mahoneys spend thousands on a loader to do a final push at their 8-Mile lease, while Alex is convinced there's big gold down deep at Relief Creek.

With the season just weeks away from ending, the Dirt Dogs are struggling to hunt out their final $350,000 in gold.

With the end of the season just days away, the Dirt Dogs need to deliver $233,000 in gold to reach their target; Alex faces a shock resignation.

The Dirt Dogs invest in a huge hard rock mining plant, while a new team from Victoria are hunting for million-dollar nuggets.

New crew the Victoria Diggers may have stumbled on a million-dollar motherlode, while the Scrappers are already at breaking point.

History is made as one team breaks all records by unearthing the biggest gold nugget ever found on television

The Gypsies are on gold before thieves raid their nearby lease; the Scrappers' struggles go from bad to worse

The Gypsies are on gold before thieves raid their nearby lease; the Scrappers’ struggles go from bad to worse

The Victoria Diggers' fight for survival could deliver a monster nugget, while the Gold Gypsies fend off deadly snakes as they strive to keep their gold dream alive.

The Gold Gypsies discover a meteorite that could be worth thousands, and the Mahoneys chase more big nuggets using Ted's grandfather's old treasure map.

The Mahoneys hunt for gold in one of the world's most uninhabited and remote regions, while the Victoria Diggers navigate a multi-million dollar joint venture.

The Victoria Diggers could be on the brink of a multi-million dollar payday, and The Scrappers are finally back on gold.

The Gold Gypsies' tenacity is rewarded with their biggest nugget of the season, while the Victoria Diggers face a roller coaster of emotions.

Scrappers boss Alex Stead gambles his remaining cash on bigger machinery, pushing his marriage to the edge. And, the Victoria Diggers unearth a rare artefact.

The Dirt Dogs' huge dry blower shuts down due to extreme temperatures, while the Mahoneys and Gold Gypsies take a last-minute gamble that delivers big gold.

Neville and Mick's final hunt of the season is set to deliver another monster nugget. And, Scrappers boss, Alex, pays the ultimate price for gambling his life savings.

This season, seven teams of gold hunters - the largest number in the show's history - assemble across the vast expanse of the Australian wilderness. Five new teams join the hunt in search of a life-changing payday.

The Poseidon Crew face a financial disaster while the Victoria Diggers' $150,000 wash plant arrives with horrendous damage.

The Dust Devil’s entire operation is forced to shut down as The Poseidon Crew’s dig zone floods. Every team is desperate to reach their targets.

The Gold Gypsies make a discovery that could finally catapult their season. Meanwhile, the Victoria Diggers hit red tape, pushing Neville to the edge.

The Poseidon Crew receive devastating news about their mining permits. Plus, the Dust Devils gamble big on a huge quartz reef and Shane and Russell strike gold.

A new crew are under threat from crocodiles and accusations of illegal prospecting. Plus, the Victoria Diggers’ season is crippled until they receive some welcome help.

Permit delays force the Poseidon Crew off road as they try to survive the season. Plus, the Dust Devils gamble big in the hope of finding fine gold.

Marcus and Linden fear a flat battery could leave them stuck in the outback for days. Plus, Shane and Russell make a desperate attempt to get their season on track.

A wet plant disaster threatens the Dust Devils’ potentially lucrative fine gold find. Plus, the Gold Timers desperately try to turn their season around.

The Gold Gypsies could be sitting on a fortune but must decide whether to take a huge gamble. And, a water shortage brings Shane and Russell's operations to a halt.

The Goldtimers hire a seven-tonne loader, hoping to end their gold drought. Meanwhile, the Dust Devils risk running out of water and Marcus vanishes while clifftop detecting.

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The Poseidon Crew dodge raging bushfires, while the Gold Gypsies set out on a dangerous detecting mission, and Shane and Russell push their wash plant to breaking point.

The Victoria Diggers' gold run dries up, while Marcus and Linden suffer an injury that could end their road trip, and the Dust Devils battle breakdowns.

The Poseiden Crew dig for gold in century-old mine shafts; the Gold Gypsies struggle with an excavator breakdown; the Goldtimers take a gamble on a new lease.

The Poseiden Crew dig for gold in century-old mine shafts; the Gold Gypsies struggle with an excavator breakdown; the Goldtimers take a gamble on a new lease.

The Poseidon Crew hit the motherlode, while the Goldtimers are pushed to their limits, as Marcus and Linden return home and finally break their gold drought.

Gold thieves steal a fortune in gold from the Dust Devils, while Shane and Russell hunt under the old caravan, as Marcus and Linden's lucky streak continues.

Gold thieves steal a fortune in gold from the Dust Devils, while Shane and Russell hunt under the old caravan, as Marcus and Linden's lucky streak continues.

It's the final week of the season as the Gold Gypsies are plagued by more bad luck, and the Victoria Diggers face a death in the family.

The Dust Devils face a nightmare journey to their remote mining lease. The Ferals are set a huge gold target, and the Poseidon crew find a nugget.

A machinery problem adds more woes to the Dust Devils’ nightmare start. Shane and Russell find gold, while the Poseidon Crew hunt for an intruder.

Machinery breakdowns cause tensions to rise in the Poseidon Crew. The Ferals are moved onto a new lease, and the Gold Timers get stranded.

An old treasure map leads the Poseidon Crew to a big nugget. Marcus and Linden call in some expert help, while Shane and Russell take a financial gamble.

After a frustrating day, the Ferals hit a gold hot streak. An injury rocks the Gold Timers, while Shane and Russell struggle with their homemade sluice.

Prospectors Jacqui and Andrew uncover gold in Queensland. The Poseidon Crew get some exciting news, while the Dust Devils spend big on new equipment.

The Gold Timers fight back against gold thieves. Machinery problems continue to plague the Dust Devils, while Marcus is panicked when Linden goes missing.

The Poseidon Crew are desperate to find fine gold to fund their expensive operation. Rookie team Jacqui and Andrew find gold nuggets in Queensland.

Marcus and Linden are confronted by a rival gold prospector. The Gold Timers call in a geologist for help, and Robbie storms off the Ferals’ lease.

The Dust Devils’ critical water supply runs dry. Jacqui and Andrew find their biggest nugget so far, while the Poseidon Crew are hit by torrential rain.

A game-changing piece of equipment leads the Ferals to their biggest nugget haul of the season. Plus, Shane and Russell battle unseasonal weather.

The Poseidon Crew are slowed down by fierce storms. Jacqui and Andrew encounter a deadly insect, while the Gold Timers try to fix their dry blower.

Shane and Russell gamble on a unique wash plant. The Poseidon Crew search for an ancient river gutter, while Jacqui and Andrew battle intense heat.

Marcus and Dale find a huge gold nugget. The Gold Timers uncover their biggest gold haul ever, while Shane and Russell overwork their sluice.

The Poseidon Crew recruit a 14-year-old worker to help speed up their operation. Meanwhile, the Gold Timers are slowed down by a freak dust storm.

An angry confrontation could see Marcus, Linden and Dale thrown off their lease. Impurities in their gold force the Dust Devils to take a big gamble.

A broken excavator shuts down the Ferals’ operation. Jacqui finds the biggest nugget of her career, while the Poseidon Crew uncover a rubbish tip.

The Poseidon Crew clash over a decision to switch claims. Shane and Russell receive help from a gyrocopter, and the Ferals are hit by exhaustion.

In the final week of their season, the Gold Timers are hit by a big storm. The Ferals have a medical emergency, and Linden breaks his gold drought.

After two workers quit, the Dust Devils are forced to hire an 18-year-old rookie. Plus, the Poseidon Crew hope to end their season with a big nugget.

Jacqui and Andrew encounter a crocodile as they camp on the banks of the Palmer River. Plus, the Ferals travel to Jarman Island to mine on untouched land.

The Gold Retrievers chase off a late-night intruder. Shane and Russell venture out on a new expedition, while the Poseidon Crew make a big decision.

A disastrous fire could ruin the Gold Timers’ season before it has even begun. The Ferals are forced to launch a rescue mission when Rob goes missing.

Jacqui and Andrew are stranded in the dangerous tropical wilderness of the Palmer River region. Meanwhile, the Poseidon Crew face a critical meeting.

Winter storms ravage the Gold Retrievers’ new $35,000 dry blower and could end their season. Meanwhile, the pressure to find gold could tear the Ferals apart.

The Poseidon Crew are forced to hunt Victoria’s frozen high country. Meanwhile, the Gold Timers use the last of their savings to hire some big machinery.

The Gold Timers gamble their last $6,000 and commission a magnetic drone survey. The Ferals face a killer snake, while Brad and Chris get expert advice.

The Dirt Dogs gamble big to hit their tally, while Henri and Kellie mount a last-chance hunt for big nuggets. The `Gold Gypsies' pursue their goal.

The Poseidon Crew take a gamble on gold ground they’ve already detected. Levi and Bridget make a rookie mistake, while the Gold Timers catch a thief.

The Ferals confront a gold thief who’s raided their lease. The Gold Retrievers explore a promising new lease, while Jacqui and Andrew get their big break.

Permit delays ruin the Poseidon Crew’s hopes of a massive payday on their famed ground. A torrential downpour forces Shane and Russell to evacuate their dig site.

Jacqui and Andrew are targeted by potential gold thieves. Marcus and Linden hunt ground close to the site of the biggest nugget ever found in Western Australia.

The Poseidon Crew finally start digging legendary ground in search of a multi-million-dollar nugget. Shane and Russell endure the snake-ridden wilderness in Pilbara.

A robbery at the Gold Retrievers’ camp puts more pressure on Chris and Brad’s partnership. Marcus and Linden finally hit a rich patch of nuggets.

Jacqui and Andrew feel the pressure as they battle hard rock ground that could ruin their latest deal. Plus, Shane and Russell search an ancient mine.

The Poseidon Crew are running out of time to find a 1,000-ounce nugget. The Gold Retrievers work through the night in an attempt to escape dangerous summer heat.

Shane and Russell take the biggest gamble of their season. Marcus, Linden and Dale desperately need new ground before intense heat shuts down their operation.

The Gold Timers negotiate a lucrative deal to sell their mining rights. Torrential summer storms in Victoria threaten to shut down the Poseidon Crew’s operation.

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The Gold Devils set their sights on a record-breaking total. Plus, a gold drought causes one member of the Poseidon Crew to question his future.

The Gold Devils move their multi-million-dollar operation in search of big gold. And, new team Vince, Bibi and Murray break ground on their dream lease.

The Ferals are on the gold when a four-wheeler crash leaves them man down. Plus, the Poseidon Crew battle to overcome a catastrophic mechanical failure.

The Gold Devils pin their hopes on an exploration mission to a rugged outback lease. Plus, flood waters cripple the Gold Retrievers’ new plant.

The Ferals lose a team member in the unforgiving outback. Plus, Shane gets an attractive offer that could break up his partnership with Russell.

Jacqui and Andrews’ big gold dreams are stalled by communication issues. And, the Poseidon Crew battle wet weather to unearth a monster pay day.

An armed trespasser threatens the Gold Devils’ exploration mission. Plus, the Ferals uncover the biggest gold nugget of their mining careers.

New team, Alan and Salty, take the plunge in search of underwater nuggets. And, the Ferals hit a rich patch, but are forced to chase away thieves.

In the remote outback, Shane uses a clever bush fix to get himself out of a jam. The Gold Retrievers find a gold-rich quartz vein that could hold the motherlode.

The Poseidon Crew battle challenging terrain in the mountains of High Country Victoria. Promising signs could lead the Gold Devils to a million dollar pay day.

Mechanical issues cause tensions to flare, leaving the Ferals divided.

Alan and Salty hit a dead end in the remote Kimberley region.

Jacqui and Andrew face a night-time detecting mission for lost gold.

The Gold Devils gamble on a potential motherlode.

Jacqui and Andrew get separated at night in far north Queensland.

Disaster strikes the Gold Devils with just weeks left in their season.

The Ferals face a standstill when their excavator is seized by rivals.

Alan and Salty make a discovery that could place then in the history books.

A freak accident forces Jacqui and Andrew to call in help.

The Ferals battle through blistering heat to smash their season target.

Neville Perry returns to the legendary German Gully with unfinished business. Outback adventure team Salty and Alan head to the world’s biggest monocline in search of gold. The Gold Devils set their sights on a record-breaking 1000 oz total.

A tragic injury forces Ethan to step up and run the Poseidon Crew on his own. Jacqui and Andrew face dangerous wildlife as they push deeper into the Palmer jungle than ever before. And, a familiar face returns when Brad McGhies takes on the Devil’s Cut.

Justin and Chloe fly choppers to detect in the outback. The Gold Devils pack up their Phoenix Project and try not to leave any gold behind. A new team, the Brumbies, forms when Kat loses her office job and joins her prospecting partner, Brett.

In Victoria, the Poseidon Crew are plagued with accidents. While in Western Australia, Alan and Salty hope a local legend will lead them to buried treasure. And new team, the Heli Hunters, come face-to-face with the dangers of flying choppers.

Jacqui and Andrew blaze a new trail into a remote corner of Fish Creek, but a washout threatens to stop their bulldozer in its tracks. The Gold Devils roll the dice on a costly move to new ground. And, McGhie's hunch on a new dig site pulls in big gold.

In Western Australia, the Heli Hunters are forced to make an emergency landing in remote country. The Brumbies can’t seem to catch a break. While in Victoria, Nev leads the Poseidon Crew to a secret patch in big nugget country.

Mr. Gold and Chris McCully battle it out for the top spot on the gold board. The Kellys are at risk of ending the season with no gold. After some dangerous dives, Jane, Vernon and Zeke's crews each make a push to finish the season with a bang.

Jacqui and Andrew get trapped behind the line of a devastating bushfire, the McGhies bring in new equipment to uncover a gold-rich patch and The Gold Devils are torn apart when a team member goes off on their own.

Expert analysis and experience combine to put Shane and Kate on the gold, while Nev takes Brent and Ethan to a secret spot in the Great Australian Desert, and Alan and Salty risk getting stranded by the tide on isolated salt flats.

Jacqui and Andrew are threatened by deadly snakes and sharp rocks on their hunt for gold. Office worker Kat is in at the deep end trying to handle the big machines. Shane and Kate are on the gold, but will they have the equipment to extract it?

Alan and Salty head to wine country to chase a gold rush legend, a drought threatens to end the season for Shane and Kate and The Poseidon Crew use an over-sized metal detector to get some seriously oversized nuggets.

In tropical Queensland, Jacqui and Andrew buy a quad bike to get to the site of an old gold rush, while in Western Australia, Shane and Kate are falling further behind with more equipment failures.

A major health scare, unreliable machinery and the Victorian weather challenge the Poseidon Crew. Plus, the Heli Hunters get into dangerous trouble chasing their dream of buying a gold lease.

Alan and Salty fight impenetrable bush to pursue a gold rush legend in the hidden valleys of the Margaret River. plus, the McGhies try to work two patches at once despite failing machinery.

In Western Australia, Mel and Alex are undermanned and get some desperately needed help for the Gold Devils. Plus, the whole McGhies family pulls together to exploit a new gold-rich ground.

Oppressive heat forces Jacqui and Andrew to work at night but they encounter a massive tarantula and other threatening wildlife. Plus, the Gold Devils travel on horseback and motorbike in a desperate attempt to find a new patch of gold.

In Western Australia, Mel and Alex are forced to explore dangerous old mine shafts looking for a new source of gold. Plus, the Heli-hunters race to stake a claim and finish their season.

Alan and Salty face the threat of bullets and crocodiles as they look for gold in the Cape York rainforest. Plus, the Brumbies face another breakdown as they race to beat the desert heat.

In Western Australia, it’s the end of the season for two teams as Shane and Kate try to escape the heat by working at night. Plus, a rich source of gold may have disappeared when the Gold Devils need it most.

With their quad bike out of action, Jacqui and Andrew must push through hostile country to find gold. Plus, the Gold Devils are relying on the results from Paul’s massive heap leach to save their season.

A dead man’s diary leads Brent Shannon on a quest for a stash of lost gold. Paul Mackie takes a big risk, buying a small batch of high-value paydirt. Jacqui Buzetti and Andrew Leahy brave crocodile-infested waters in search of monster nuggets.

Melanie and Alex's mining future hinges on their revolutionary $400,000 dry blower. Newcomers Sheryl and Simon struggle to find new ground.

The Poseidon Crew uncovers a new source of gold at Catto’s Paddock. Plus, husband-and-wife team Bridget and Levi North form a new partnership.

Jacqui Buzetti and Andrew Leahy explore crocodile infested waters in search of nuggets. Plus, The Wanderers secure new ground.

Paul Mackie hires a massive dozer to uncover a gold deposit that could be worth millions. The Poseidon Crew scales up their search for fine gold.

The Desert Diggers battle to get their 400 thousand-dollar dry blower running while Shane and Rusty hunt for big nuggets at Fantasy Gully.

The Mackies receive a six-figure offer for their gold lease. The Wanderers are forced to swallow their pride to keep their operation afloat.

The Desert Diggers venture underground in search of gold rich paydirt. Plus, Shane Calegari goes high tech to prove new ground.

A surprise offer puts the Poseidon Crew’s future in jeopardy, the Wanderers gamble on big returns in hard ground and Jacqui and Andrew’s hunt for gold sees them follow in the oldtimer’s footsteps.

When Shane decides to try hard rock mining, he gets help from an unlikely source while the Mackies put a surprise visitor to work proving up new ground, and Sheryl and Simon must scavenge for parts to keep the gold coming in.

A flood forces the Desert Diggers to call for help, new technology leads Jacqui and Andrew to a massive haul of gold, and Shane Calegari returns to Fantasy Gully to help Rusty get his season back on track.

Brent and his son Cayden set off on an adventure to find highly valuable, crystalline gold while the Wanderers are forced to protect their patch from prying eyes, and Sheryl and Simon hit it big on new ground.

Disaster strikes when a would-be thief crashes The Desert Diggers loader, Shane and Rusty drag their dry blower across the treacherous ground, and Jacqui and Andrew recruit a new prospector to their team.

A mechanical failure in the mountains of Victoria puts Brent’s son Cayden to the test, fuel theft grinds the Mackies’ operation to a halt, and The Wanderers race to secure a crucial gold deal before week’s end.

Intense heat pushes Jacqui and Andrew to their limits, high winds threaten The Desert Diggers' relocation plans, and Shane and Rusty battle breakdowns and brutal conditions to keep their Fantasy Gully operation alive.

Brent tests the mining skills of his late friend Neville Perry’s sons, a mechanical fault stalls The Wanderers' excavator, and The Mackies make a risky investment on new ground.

Armed with new information, Shane and Russell chase lost gold on Mosquito Creek, disaster strikes the Desert Diggers as they push to double their output, Jacqui and Andrew push deeper into the Palmer River using a new off-road vehicle.

The Poseidon Crew and Neville Perry's sons make their long-awaited return to German Gully. The Desert Diggers wade through mud for a major payday, while Sheryl and Simon battle breakdowns to hit their gold target.

The Desert Diggers secure a season-changing deal, gambling on untested ground. The Poseidon Crew expand operations at German Gully to find big gold, and intense summer heat pushes The Wanderers to the brink.

As time runs out, the Poseidon Crew call in a trusted ally. The Mackies detonate explosives to obliterate impenetrable rock, while Jacqui, and Andrew gamble everything, racing against the relentless wet season to strike gold before disaster hits.

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