Episode 9 of Farmer Wants a Wife Australia 2023 begins where we left off, the aftermath of Emily winning the ~uLtiMAte rOManTic 24-HoUr DatE~ with Farmer David.
But before love could truly blossom, those not on dates headed back to the farms, giving the newest arrivals a grand tour.
While Farmer Brad’s ladies fought over his body parts, he and Morgan are setting off on their date, “taking their relationship to new heights”.
Farmer Brad has decided that this solo time is make or break and will determine whether he can see a future with her. Morgan also wants to see how “they get along” again since it’s been a few weeks since their first date.
“I’m definitely crushing on Brad,” she says, before wanting to spew…. Luckily she didn’t vom, which is great but also, it didn’t give them a chance to chat.
Meanwhile, Farmer Matt and Chelsea go on a shooting expedition and decide that every time one of them hits the clay, they get a kiss. The next few minutes is just a montage of Chelsea nailing it and getting kisses.
Once they’re done at the shooting range, the pair discuss their relo over food and “bubbles”.
Chelsea asks Matt if he has a “five-year plan” and he tells her his focus is on finding love, before she gets upset, saying she’s “unsure” about moving away from WA and her family.
“It does put a question in my mind on how we keep progressing from here,” Matt says.
Farmer Andrew and Claire share feelings
Over on Farmer Andrew and Claire’s date, Claire is concerned they’re going hiking because she’s not dressed for the occasion; however, instead, he takes her to a waterfall for refreshments and making out.
Claire says that the date made her feel “more comfortable” and was the reassurance that she needed.
Farmer Brenton and Rachel then spend time together in a Japanese Garden, drinking coffee and sitting on a picnic blanket.
Rachel asks him how he feels about them as a couple and he says that there is definitely a “connection”.
Farmer Brenton admits that he has no fears going into a relationship and Rachel reveals he’s someone she would take home to meet the family.
Back with Farmer Andrew and Claire, Andrew asks her how he’s feeling about Sarah from Bondi being at the farm. She says she feels “fine” and Andrew admits Claire is someone he could spend his life with. They both agree they haven’t met people like each other before. Cute.
Farmer Andrew says he’s “unguarded” with Claire and has written something down for her.
“Twists and turns are many, while we’re both upon this road. The fast-pace won’t slow for any, be sure to share the load. One day seems like a week in time, full of fun and many tasks, but true love is what I’m here to find, not hide behind a mask.
“From Country Balls to Country Fairs, there’s been some ups and downs, we’re both still on this winding road, while others have left town. So, let’s enjoy this moment, together on this day, but rest assured that Claire, may true love find a way.”
Surprising them both by how romantic he is, Claire wants to know what his “game plan” is.
“I’m basically hanging out for you,” she said.
He tells her that there is no game plan; however, “things are naturally coming together”. Claire says if she moves in, she needs to bring her dogs and Andrew admits there are “feelings” there.
Farmer David and Emily progress their relo on their 24-hour date
Farmer David and Emily go paddle-boarding for the first part of their date with Emily revealing to the cameras that she wants to know what his future plans are.
The couple flirt…a lot. Pushing each other in and out of the water before we catch up with Farmer Brad and Morgan who are eating fondue outside.
Farmer Brad says he’s got some “big decisions” to make and admits he has concerns about being in a long distance relationship with her. Even with reservations, he says their connection is growing and Morgan says she’s told her parents that she would move in a second.
They kiss after expressing some sweet ol’ feelings!
After their dates, the Ladies and the Farmers head home.
When Chelsea and Farmer Matt return to his house, Annabelle wants to know immediately how their date went which is the same sentiment Clare and Shelby have when Morgan and Farmer Brad enter.
Meanwhile, Farmer David and Emily are being swept up in the romance of their date.
“I think he’s feeling the same,” she tells the cameras. “I think that’s a really wonderful thing to say and I just hope it keeps going like this.”
Like a scene from a Sixpence None the Reacher video, there are candles, flowers and a table for two on the end of a jetty and they truly look like a match made in Farmer heaven.
As the date continues, both cannot wipe the smiles off their faces and basically, just hand her the crown and get them married already…
Farmer David asks her where she sees her “life going” and she says it’s harder to “look ahead and not picture it and you”. She says that if she was chosen, she would move to the farm straight away.
“It’s good timing for me,” she adds. “I’ve always pictured doing like engagement, wedding and then family one day.”
They both decide that things will happen when “it’s right” and then kiss. It’s so f**king romantic, we can hardly stand it.
“Are you happy?” he asks her and she nods enthusiastically.
“Yeh.”
“Me too.”
It’s all over for these two, folks. They are a done deal.
The pair then get into a hot tub under the stars with some champers, with both exclaiming “what a day!”. They make out. Again.
Farmer David then admits to the cameras that his feelings for Emily are “strong”.
“It’s definitely a special moment in my life and I won’t be forgetting it any time soon,” he says while Emily thinks “it could be the start of something pretty amazing”.
Farmer Matt takes his Ladies on an “outing” and they meet his dad
Farmer Matt decides to take all of his Ladies on an “outing” which turns out to be a cause close to his heart. And as if he couldn’t get anymore perfect, Farmer Matt reveals he is also a goddamn volunteer firefighter.
He introduces the women to one of their local brigades, including the Captain, his “old man”.
While Farmer Matt says his dad’s opinion matters, the girls think that Matt is similar to his dad, particularly in how they talk.
Farmer Matt reveals his “dilemma” about his next big decision, wanting to know if what he feels is “concrete”. Once again, he’s confused over Chelsea and has “a lot of questions”.
He’s worried that she doesn’t think their relo has progressed which has formed a few “doubts” over his head.
Farmer Matt’s dad asks if the Ladies could see themselves in Bookham and Annabelle jumps straight in, saying she lives on the Cenny Coast but would give it all up “for love”.
Then, Madelon, who we completely forgot existed, was taught how to use a hose which excited Farmer Matt no end, even though he still didn’t know if there was a “spark” there.
While the Ladies put together a cheese platter straight from Woolies aisle five, Farmer Matt and his “similar” dad talk about them. Based on first impressions, he thinks Annabelle is “full of energy” and that Chelsea is a “bit quiet”; however, said she’s probably “more thoughtful”.
Farmer Matt then questions whether he should keep Madelon in the house considering he’s already grown connections with the others. His dad tells him if he doesn’t feel it, get rid of it… or something like that. He also tells his son that “you’ve gotta be able to be good friends”, otherwise there’s nothing to fall back on.
Farmer Matt then reveals to the cameras that his dad choosing Chelsea and Annabelle was a shock, because it had been a “stark contrast” to what he’d been feeling over the past few days.
Farmer Brad’s Ladies compete over some one-on-one time and one girl leaves Farmer David’s farm
Over in Cootamundra on Farmer Brad’s farm, the girls are tasked with drafting. i.e. getting one bull out into another section, without moving any of the heffers in. He also decides that whoever does the best job will get some one-on-one time.
He thinks it’s a good time to “see how they’re goin’ with it” and also, how he’s goin’ with it.
Morgan talks to the bulls and the heffers like they’re her children and Farmer Brad thinks it’s hilarious because “she’s out of her depth”. Clare made it look bloody easy while Shelby knew how to “work that stick”.
Farmer Brad chooses Shelby to have some lunch with him. She admits she’s “lovin’ it” and he says he didn’t come on here “to find a worker”, but it would be good if they can get their hands dirty on the farm.
Meanwhile, after a “breathtaking 24-hours together”, Farmer David and Emily return home.
Looking like a god-damn glowing couple, they tell the others that the date was “awesome”. Lorelei and Alyssa then reveal that Leah has legged it after not being chosen for the date.
Lorelei calls what Leah did “ghosting” and that Farmer David “deserved a lot more”. Being an absolute earth angel, he says he wants to call her and check in.
During the call, Leah says that there are “no hard feelings”, but it was time for her to go home.
He then thanks her for all the fun times and she says it was a “great experience”.
Farmer Andrew sends two ladies home while the farewell dinners commence
After his date with Claire, Farmer Andrew has come to “an important realisation” because he woke up feeling “excitement” and “anticipation”.
“I haven’t felt this for a long time,” he said. “It’s very clear where I want to go now.”
He pulls Sarah from Bondi aside and tells her that he’s got feelings for someone else and needs to be open and honest.
“Yeh, cool,” she says before they say their goodbyes.
Farmer Andrew then chats to Jessie, who says “hmm” a lot.
He then tells her that even though he felt a connection, he’s fallen for someone else i.e. Claire and it wouldn’t be fair if he didn’t say something. She also leaves the farm.
During Farmer David’s Farewell Dinner, there are a few nerves (but not for Emily who has already popped her toothbrush in his bathroom).
Lorelei is second-guessing herself and after the yummy roast dinner was served to an awkward AF table, David decides to keep all his Ladies.
“Are we happy?” Farmer David asks what seems like his sister wives. “We are,” they say as if they’ve joined a cult…
Meanwhile, on Farmer Brenton’s farm, everyone is also safe from “elimination” and Farmer Brad would also love everyone to stay.
Farmer Matt’s farm is not so lucky. Matt steals Chelsea away for a chat revealing that he was shocked by her earlier revelations, but wants her to stay. He then takes Madelon away from the table and says that he’s struggled to “pursue” their relationship. He sends her home.
Farmer Andrew tells Claire he’s in love with her
Like a scene from The Bachelor, Farmer Andrew suits up and is now left with only Claire on the farm.
Even though the other Ladies left during the day, he tells her to meet him outside at night and she is confusingly confused.
Farmer Andrew says he needs to tell her something. He has kicked Jessie and Shelby to the curb. He says that after he and Claire both put their reservations aside, they started “moving in the right direction”.
“My feelings have changed,” he says. “It’s feel like it’s time to share them with you. Claire, I’m falling in love with you.” CUTTTTE!
Claire starts laughing — which is so goddamn relatable — and says she’s not laughing at him, she’s just “very happy” and then jokes that it’s nice he’s doing the talking for a change.
“I’m definitely falling in love with you, for sure,” she says before adding: “So, what happens now?”
Well, this…
And they lived happily ever after.
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