Hosted by James O'Loghlin, The New Inventors presents the Season 8 Grand Final. For the past eight years, The New Inventors has launched the best and brightest new inventions from across the country, and this year has been no exception. From hundreds of applications we now have a select group in contention to be The New Inventors 'Invention of the Year'. Our panel of expert judges have the unenviable task of whittling these winners down to a final three that will compete in our Grand Final for this prestigious prize. Measuring the winners against six criteria - originality, need, design, safety, manufacture and pricing, and market - only the best of the best will make it through.

New inventions include a hand guard to open oysters safely and easily; a cafe table that can be easily adjusted by the cafe patrons themselves; a bin that takes the noise out of the knockout bin for baristas.

New inventions include a motorbike of the seas; wheels on skis so they are easily transported; a lighter and more durable surfboard.

New inventions include a device that alerts work crew when wall movement is detected above the work areas in an open cut mine; a driver fatigue alert system built into a cap; a frame and roller system for mine conveyor belts.

Our inventors are going rural with three great inventions to help farmers keep their animals safe and put food on our plates.

New inventions include a tool that measures the thickness of the wood for making violins; a new and innovative approach to protecting the perimeter of restricted premises; a more reliable method to judge boxing.

New inventions include an ergonomic harp, a protective spinal armour that could prevent major injuries when snowboarding and a wearable system that turns the human body into an instrument.

New inventions include an internal wall cladding that allows things to be mounted on your wall; a way to keep your clothes dry while keeping the planet cool and a way to let your shower water the garden.

New inventions include a high speed isokinetic training system for both elite athletes and rehab patients; a personally moulded, quiet and comfortable sleep apnoea treatment mask; and a self-fitted hearing aid.

New inventions include a safe and environmentally friendly alternative to CCA treated wood; a measuring tool that allows DIY builders to easily and accurately build stairs; a better wall cladding solution.

New inventions include a water powered wheel that brushes leaves out of gutters; a front wheel drive bicycle; a device to control locust plagues.

New inventions include more cost effective sub surface irrigation; a cheap, durable and environmentally friendly raised garden bed; a device that controls spray drift.

New inventions include the ultimate tool for sustainable building design; a device that allows you to practise ball sports; a pre warning detection device which informs of water in diesel fuel systems.

New inventions include safety glasses with prescription lenses; a 4 wheel drive light weight power wheelchair for on and off road uses; significantly safer IV Poles.

New inventions include a method of producing oil directly from his community's coconuts; a reverse osmosis filter; a multipurpose planter designed to cope with a range of soil types and weather conditions.

New inventions include a more efficient, quieter and safer horizontal wind turbine; a device that could help make solar power competitive with fossil fuels; the first wave energy system that demonstrates commercial viability.

New inventions include a better treatment for hypermobility; a portable and collapsible large volume asthma spacer; a walking stick or crutch that contains hydraulics to help lift you up.

New inventions include instruments of the future that will blow your mind; an amp and speaker combination that lightens the load; a solar powered amp and a foot pedal controlled slide didgeridoo.

New inventions include an alternative to traditional steel concrete reinforcement; a cost effective way to ground posts of any size without the need for digging, excavation or cement; a safe way to control solar panels.

New inventions include a cattle gate designed to minimise the risk of injury; a shopping bag that makes shopping easier for people in wheelchairs; a software program that helps builders.

Hosted by James O'Loghlin, The New Inventors highlights the latest contemporary creations from the new generation of inventors, innovators and designers. Deciding the winner of these three inventions are: agricultural scientist Chris Russell, science broadcaster Bernie Hobbs, and materials engineer Veena Sahajwalla.

Featuring a device that helps kids safely and successfully stand up on a surfboard; a re locatable truck turntable; and a system for sliding windows that keeps rain out while allowing the fresh air in.

Join us for the robot revolution as we explore our future, where robots will soon be part of our everyday lives.

Hosted by James O'Loghlin, The New Inventors showcases the art of invention, innovation and design, and features the creative and inspiring minds of Australia.

Hosted by James O'Loghlin, The New Inventors showcases the art of invention, innovation and design, and features the creative and inspiring minds of Australia.

Kevin delves into three homes made from bold, simple, geometric shapes and reveals the overall winner of the RIBA House of the Year award 2015.

The sugar train is desperate to meet its deadline in the rush to crush the first cane harvest of the year, while 'Mr Fix It' John Mackie continues his crusade to bring loco 602 back to life, and the Gemco team tackle a problematic N-Class locomotive in a bid to get it back in service.

Every year the Royal Institute of British Architects holds a competition to find the best new home in Britain and this time, we are along for the ride. Kevin McCloud looks at five exquisitely crafted modern homes.

Long overshadowed by Bali, this episode puts Lombok in the limelight. With Mount Rinjani providing the scenic backdrop, Rinrin and Tobie uncover the culture and charm of the Sasak people, trek through the collection of stunning surfing beaches and devour Lombok's delightful cuisine such as the Ayam Taliwang and Plecing Kangkung.

Marinka and Tobie Puttock hold nothing back as they dive into the soul of Indonesia: Yogyakarta. Exploring its art and culture, both old and new, goes hand in hand with indulging in its much loved local delicacy gudeg often described as "green jackfruit sweet stew" and its innovative local favourite steak tempe. With the help of thespians, passionate guides, and a restauranteur dedicated to the royals and the city's youth, they tick off a diverse list of cuisine and experiences in this much beloved city.

Probably the most famous island in Indonesia, Bali is known for its spectacular mountain scenery, beautiful beaches and friendly people. Also known as the Lands of the Gods, Bali takes the lead in organic food produce and clean eating. Chef Rinrin and Tobie savour divine dishes such as bebek betutu, a classic Balinese ceremonial dish and tipat kuah while cleansing their bodies and mind. It is a journey of pure indulgence for the soul and taste buds.

Clinton hits the road with the Let's Get Inventin' app.

Capital of the Republic of Indonesia, Jakarta is a metropolitan city with a population of more than 9 million people. In a city that never sleeps, chef Rinrin and Tobie troll the streets for hidden food stalls for local eats like ketoprak (a vegetarian dish of tofu, vegetables, rice cake and rice vermicelli served in peanut sauce) and sop bontot (oxtail soup). Join the duo as they take you on a journey from molecular gastronomy fine dining to Betawai delights.

Padang needs no introduction when it comes to Indonesia food, Rinrin and Tobie slow down and absorb the rugged paradise of Padang, the gateway to Minangkabau Wonders and the Mentawai Islands. In this episode, the duo go beyond the usual dishes to uncover mouth-watering offerings such as gulai ikan karang (fish in yellow curry).

After 15 years of saving and planning, Fred and Saffron Baker start work on their innovative new family home on a 30-degree slope. Kevin McCloud visits the Peak District as they build into the thick Derbyshire limestone.

This 'paddock to plate' program shows in detail where our food comes from and the farmers who grow it, as well as the consumers who buy it and some of Australia's top chefs who cook it.

Costa explores a courtyard garden; Jerry looks at scrub turkey deterrents; Sophie plants subtropical spices in pots; Tino gives the backyard a facelift; and Jane meets chef and avid gardener, Matt Wilkinson.

Marinka and Tobie Puttock visits Raja Ampat to savour Sinoleh and Kuah Kuning. Their time here gives them a greater understanding of how vast and diverse Indonesian culture and cuisine is.

Every year the Royal Institute of British Architects holds a competition to find the best new home in Britain and this time, we are along for the ride. This episode, Kevin explores four homes built into tight urban plots.

Banyuwangi turns its on for Marinka and Darren Robertson. Trekking through diverse natural landscapes of serene paddy fields to stunning surfing beaches, they uncover unique local delicacies such as the Rujak Soto and Uyah Asem as well as the tradition and cuisine of the Osing people. It's a infectiously delicious episode for the senses.

Marinka and Tobie Puttock discover, Ayam Bakar Sunda served on a banana leaf and the famous street snack, Batagor while on a moving restaurant-bus. It makes them push the boundaries of their own creativity as they explore cooking outside their culinary comfort bubble.

Marinka and Darren Robertson travel on sea and land to learn that the dessert pisang ijo and local favourite, coto makassar, are unmatched in terms of popularity and taste. But it's the impromptu grilled fish with random locals by the beach that steals their heart.

Marinka and Tobie Puttock explore this hidden gem and uncover two signature dishes, fish soup and the Anambas-influenced mie tarempa.

The presenters look back at all the amazing dens we've built throughout the series and reminisce about the great kids, the tense surprises, and the big reveals.

Known as flower city, Marinka and Darren Robertson navigate organic farms and traditional markets to discover the exquisite simplicity of Minahasa food: a rice porridge, tinutian, and dessert, kueh kelapa.

Nine-year-old Maddie is sports mad. Maddie has mild cerebral palsy and needs to do regular exercises to keep herself strong. Maddie needs a space of her own where she can start focusing on her sporty future.

Rin Rin and Tobie Puttock dive into the old-world charm of Solo. By unpeeling layers of Dutch and Javanese traditions they discover two dishes withstanding the sands of time in this heritage city. One is garang asam bumbung, a dish once only served in royal palaces, and the other is ronde, a common street dessert favourite.

Kevin McCloud visits a couple whose home resembles a giant snake. The building was inspired by an ammonite shell, and has a scaly, curving structure that spirals over two levels.

Eleven-year-old Cammy is one of six siblings. He also has sensory processing disorder. Sometimes the bustle of his busy family is too much for him and he needs a place where he can be on his own, in calm and quiet to let his senses relax.

Every year the Royal Institute of British Architects holds a competition to find the best new home in Britain and this time, Grand Designs is along for the ride. Kevin McCloud visits five homes built for country living.