60 Minutes Australia: Security Insecurity, The Monster’s Daughter, Bumps in the Road

The latest episode of 60 Minutes on Channel 9, airing on Sunday 3 March at 8.40pm, will delve into pressing issues that demand our attention.

In Security Insecurity, ASIO Director-General Mike Burgess delivers a sobering message to all Australians regarding the security of our nation. He emphasizes the growing threat of espionage and foreign interference, urging citizens to take necessary precautions. Burgess also shares a troubling case involving a former politician who betrayed Australia after being recruited by a foreign power.

In an emotionally charged segment titled The Monster’s Daughter, the show explores the often overlooked victims of crime—the children of criminals. Kendehl, the daughter of Roman Heinze (infamously known as the Salt Creek monster), bravely opens up about her struggle to reconcile feelings for her father. Tara Brown conducts an intriguing interview where Kendehl discusses how her father’s heinous actions continue to affect her even though he is now imprisoned.

Shifting gears from matters of national security and personal turmoil, Bumps in the Road highlights Saya Sakakibara’s journey in BMX racing—a sport characterized by its speed and danger. As Australia’s number one ranked rider in this fiercely competitive discipline, Saya showcases both athletic prowess and mental fortitude as she prepares for the Paris Olympics.

Tune in to Channel 9 or stream online via 9Now on Sunday, March 3 at 8.40pm for these thought-provoking stories presented by Nick McKenzie, Adam Hegarty, and Tara Brown.