Aussie Gold Hunters

TV-PG2016•45m•7.2/10

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7.2/10(18)

Three hard-core crews of gold prospectors take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia. The soaring highs and the crushing lows of the gold season are revealed as the crews pursue their all-important targets - braving brutal heat, punishing conditions, mechanical breakdowns and constant pressure.

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Production

Electric Pictures

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Status

Returning Series

First Aired

August 1, 2016

Last Aired

June 22, 2026

Networks

Discovery Channel

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

3 Men and Gold

Air date: 2016-08-01

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

Mech Disasters and a High-Stakes Gamble

Air date: 2016-08-08

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

Uprooting and Salt-Lake Gold

Air date: 2016-08-15

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.

Big Storm and Big Finds

Air date: 2016-08-22

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.

All or Nothing and Gold Rich Patch

Air date: 2016-08-29

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.

Targets and Unwanted Guests

Air date: 2016-09-05

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.

Breakdowns and Complications

Air date: 2016-09-12

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.

Digging Deep, Risking Life and Limb

Air date: 2016-09-19

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.