On April 30, Farmer Wants a Wife’sFarmer Andrew revealed that he had eyes for one woman and one woman only, ClaireSaunders and while this is certainly a love story we won’t forget, there’s four more coming our way!
In an interview with Chattr, head of reality at the Seven Network Sylvia D’Souza revealed that there were “a couple of things” that were “different” this year which aided in the high success rate.
“We have a new production team on Farmer this series, through Eureka production. At the helm was executive producer Janine Cooper of Bachelor fame,” she said. “I think she embraced the ethos of Farmer front and centre and kept the series focused on real love and the drama around falling in love and nothing else.”
While D’Souza admitted she always “bangs on” about “real love”, Cooper made it happen.
For D’Souza, the success of the show boils down to one thing: genuine farmers.
“It’s really authentic,” she said. “You get down-to-earth farmers who don’t participate in reality TV normally. People talk about ‘authentic’ and ‘genuine’, which becomes a buzzword that has no meaning, but in this show, it’s real and I think the audience sees that.”
While some farmers in the past haven’t found their perfect match, this year, the farmers were on a mission to find someone who they connected with.
“These guys came into it with such genuine and open hearts. That’s what made this series successful. They were open to finding real love and they were determined. Their mindsets were great.”
As usual, the five men were able to choose the ladies they wanted to get to know, but according to D’Souza, it was the women in their lives who submitted their applications or urged them to apply.
“Generally, women apply for them,” she said. “They don’t normally put their own hats in the ring. It’s their mothers and the sisters. They convince the farmers or they apply in secret. It’s amazing the women of this world.”
During a “world exclusive” interview with 7News Spotlight on April 30, the estranged family of the Duchess of Sussex — father Thomas Markle, her half-sister Samantha Markle and her half-brother Thomas Markle Jr — took part in a scathing chat calling the former princess’ actions “hateful and cruel”.
While we’ve seen them all separately over the years, the occasion marked the first time the three had sat together, claiming she had “iced” them out of her life.
Alongside the sit-down chat, they shared never-before-seen footage of Meghan which included photos of her growing up in Los Angeles and a clip of her as homecoming queen.
Meghan Markle. 7.
According to the Markle’s, Prince Harry’s wife has made it a full-time job of “hurting” her father, who is suffering from a stroke with the 78-year-old pleading for her to make amends before it was too late.
Thomas, 78, also spoke of the letter she wrote to him a few years ago. Ya know, the one HE leaked to the press, which he insisted he shared with the public in a bid to protect her.
“It was a horrible letter. Very insulting and cruel,” he told host Liam Bartlett.
“The other things in that letter is [sic] so hateful and so cruel that I wouldn’t put it out, and that’s more protecting her than myself.”
Meghan Markle and Thomas Markle. 7.
Thomas Markle Sr claims he hasn’t spoken to his daughter in four years
Elsewhere, Thomas said that he hadn’t spoken to his daughter for four years.
“I wish that we can sit down and talk,” he said. “I wish we could work out our differences.
“She has got to ask herself this every day, why am I doing this to my father? She loved me. I’m her hero. And suddenly I was thrown out.
“Well, is it worth dumping me for the rest of my life? Denying my grandchildren? Is it worth all of that? Is it worth getting rid of her father? How can I fix this?”
“I love you for marrying my daughter,” he said. “Meg, I love you. I love my grandchildren. I love to see them and am open to any kind of conversation.”
Meghan and her family. 7.
Thomas Markle regrets using paparazzi during the royal wedding
One of the most infamous moments of their fractured relationship came when Thomas paid off paparazzi to take photos of him before her wedding to Harry in 2018, which her father said he regretted.
Meanwhile, her half-sister was not so apologetic.
“She would still be a waitress if it wasn’t for dad”, Samantha said.
Thomas Markle Sr. 7.
“They’re really unhealthy for each other. I think it’s a toxic relationship because they’re co-dependent.”
Speaking of Meghan she said:
“It doesn’t seem like she felt that she was good enough. That seemingly in her mind she had to inflate who she was, to garner false admiration and to be accepted by the royals.
“Instead of saying, look, I’ve worked very hard, my family was upper middle class. My dad was amazing, he put me through the best schools, he did the best he could, he loved me, he sacrificed, and for that I’m grateful.
“Instead, what she did was engage in self-glorification and leave everybody else out of the equation as if she existed in a vacuum.” Ooft.
Samantha Markle claimed that Meghan was a “narcissist”
When asked by Bartlett if she thought Meghan was a “narcissist”, Samantha said: “World-renowned psychiatrists have been quoted as saying that, and I have a master’s degree in counselling. So I’m going to say with the degree of confidence that I believe and agree with that diagnosis.”
Samantha also said that she believed Meghan wouldn’t apologise “without a motive”.
“I don’t think she’s capable of empathy, remorse, or shame. I don’t think she could feel enough to apologise.”
Her brother then called for an apology.
Samantha Markle. 7.
“Who is she going to have to turn to in the family, that she hasn’t thrown under the bus? Like I said, a simple apology, and it doesn’t have to be in public. But just get it over with and relieve yourself of all that stress.”
I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here Australia 2023 drew to a close on Sunday, April 30 and it was a bitter-sweet affair. Not only was the Queen of the Jungle crowned, but it also marked Dr Chris Brown’s farewell from the show.
After 14 celebs walked into the jungle and just over four weeks in the South African wilderness, Harry Garside, Liz Ellis and Aesha Scott became the final celebs battling it out to become the reigning monarch.
Aesha Scott, Harry Garside and Liz Ellis. 10.
A record breaking 1.5 million people have voted during the season, with more votes tallied during the finale to crown the winner; bringing it to a total of over two million.
An emotional reunion saw the final three see there family for the first time
But before the winner could be announced, the final three were greeted by their loved ones in an emotional reunion.
While Aesha’s boyfriend, Scott surprised her, Harry’s dad, Shaun came with the news that he was now an uncle; and Liz was able to give her husband Matthew and her kids Austin and Evelyn a big hug.
The Celebs were reunited with family. 10.
The families participated in the final trial
In a gorgeous turn of events, the families participated in a final trial with hilarious results.
“Today, your loved ones will be doing all the work,” Dr Chris told the celebs, stating that there were three stars up for grabs.
Austin and Evelyn — clearly having fun giving Liz an electric shock and getting actual crap dumped on her — managed to win one star.
Austin and Evelyn. 10.
Harry’s dad Shaun was tasked with completing the challenge in boxing gloves, with Harry yelling: “I’ll put you in a home early!” However, he managed to win another star!
Shaun and Harry. 10.
Scott was up last, and was given some rock climbing glasses. The caveat? It made everything turn upside down!
Giving Aesha a kiss, he then failed the challenge miserably; he still managed to win them a final star.
“When have you ever been bad at something?” Aesha said. “You choose today of all days!”
Scott. 10.
But it wasn’t over. Austin was then given the opportunity to complete the task and if he failed, Dr Chris would get a pie in the face. It was super cute and very sweet!
Unfortunately, after an almost perfect go, Liz’s son hit the wire and host Julia Morris took great pleasure in not only giving Dr Chris a pie in the face, but also a lick. Lol.
Dr Chris and Julia Morris. 10.
The celebrities had a final meal in the jungle
With some fab product placement by Harris Scarfe, the final three celebs were treated to a feast of epic proportions.
“You’ve gotta go without to appreciate with,” Aesha said, before she and Liz agreed it was “better than sex”.
The final feast. 10.
Harry, Aesha and Liz then spoke about how the jungle had changed them.
“This has absolutely changed my perspective on life,” Liz said.
Third place was announced
“It’s time to announce who has come third place,” Julia said. “You were all adored the minute you stepped into the jungle.”
“In third place, the celebrity who must immediately leave the jungle is Aesha!”
10.
“I’m used to being on reality tv, my only rule is going in there and being yourself,” Aesha said before later adding that her life motto is “if it’s not going to kill you, get over it.”
“I feel amaaaaazing,” she said.
Although she came third, Dr Chris announced that 10 would make a generous donation to her charity, the Cancer Council.
Dr Chris and Julia were joined by the most recently evicted celebs and the final two
Julia and Dr Chris spoke with Nathan Henry, Pete Hellier, Adam Cooney, Woody Whitelaw and the most gorgeous guest, Woody’s daughter, Remi.
They all separately said that they wanted “Queen Liz” to win the crown.
Woody’s daughter, Remi. 10.
Once joined by the final two, Dr Chris and Julia asked them what the show had given them.
“I’m really grateful I have a clear direction about what to do in my boxing career,” Harry told them before talking about going to the Olympics.
“Paris is only 15 months away, I’m going to try and change the colour from bronze to gold.”
When talking to the co-hosts, Liz said that she learned resilience from her netball career. She also made the decision to stay grey so that people “like” her could have someone on TV to look up to.
Harry’s then spoke about Reach and Liz spoke about Share the Dignity, charities which 10 will also donate to.
Liz and Harry. 10.
The winner of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here 2023 was crowned
After a gazillion ad breaks, the Queenof the jungle was finally named.
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.
Morgan and Farmer Brad. Seven.
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.
Farmer Andrew and Claire. Seven.
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 and Claire. Seven.
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!
Farmer Brad and Morgan. Seven.
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.
Farmer David and Emily. Seven.
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.
Farmer David and Emily. Seven.
“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”.
Emily and Farmer David. Seven.
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”.
Farmer Matt’s “old man” and his Ladies. Seven.
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.
Farmer Matt and Madelon. Seven.
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.
Clare, Morgan and Shelby. Seven.
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 David. Seven.
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.
Jessie and Farmer Andrew. Seven.
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.
Farmer David and his Ladies. Seven.
“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”.
Farmer Andrew. Seven.
“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?”
Netflix’ The Crown is entering a new decade in season six and this time Prince William is all grown up.
Inspired by real events, the series is a fictional dramatisation of the story of the late Queen Elizabeth II and the political and personal events that shaped her reign.
Here’s everything we know so far.
What will season 6 of The Crown be about?
In the latest instalment Prince William (Ed McVey) starts at University in St Andrew’s, determined to lead as normal a life as possible while he still can. Also beginning life as a University student, is Kate Middleton (newcomer Meg Bellamy) from Berkshire. As the pair meet for the first time on campus, a new romance and a new future for The Crown begins.
While the series will involve their romance, we will not get a glimpse until later on in the season with a time jump.
When will The Crown‘s sixth season premiere?
No release date has yet been released; however, we’re already hitting the alert for when it does!
Imelda Staunton. Netflix.
Who is in the cast?
Alongside Bellamy and McVey is returning Queen, Imelda Staunton, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret, Dominic West as Prince Charles, Australia’s very own Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana, Claudia Harrison as Princess Anne and Olivia Williams as Camilla Parker Bowles.
Bertie Carvel will on the role of Tony Blair, while Salim Daw plays Mohamed Al Fayed and Khalid Abdalla will portray Dodi Fayed.
Luther Ford will portray the controversial Prince Harry with Rufus Kampa and Flynn Edwards take on the roles of the young princes in earlier episodes.
Is there a trailer?
Unfortunately, no trailer has been released yet, but we do have some pics of McVey and Bellamy on set.
Meg Bellamy and Ed McVey. Netflix.
Where was The Crown filmed?
McVey and Bellamy filmed scenes in St Andrews, Scotland earlier this year- enjoying some of the real life locations that their characters frequented twenty years ago.
A behind-the-scenes snap shows an off duty Ed and Meg posing outside the Northpoint Cafe in St Andrews, which claims to be “where Kate met Wills”.
Netflix.
Earlier this year, eager fans took to TikTok showing off the on-screen couple while they filmed at St Andrews.
It’s been a rollercoaster of a journey for our five Farmers on Farmer Wants a Wife Australia 2023 and as the series draws closer to the end, the oracles at Sportsbet have released who they think the men will choose.
This year, every single countryman will walk away finding love. While some of the Farmers are currently struggling to decide who they want to be with ~foReVa~, others are proving that true love is easy to find with some clear front-runners staking their claim.
Now, this story contains potential spoilers for this season, so look away now if you’re not prepared to have the ending ruined.
Here’s who they *may* have chosen at the time of publication.
Farmer Andrew
According to Sportsbet, Claire will win the heart of Farmer Andrew with odds of $1.17. Coming in next is Sarah from Bondi, followed by the free-spirit that is Jessie.
Farmer AndrewClaire
Farmer Brad
Another Farmer, another Clare. The betting odds agent predict that Clare will win Farmer Brad’s heart, with odds of $1.33. Behind her is Morgan, followed by Shelby.
Farmer BradClare
Farmer Brenton
It looks like Farmer Brenton chooses Sophie, with her odds sitting at $1.23. Rachel and Jemma are sitting in second and third place respectively.
Farmer BrentonSophie
Farmer David
Farmer David is set to choose Emily, with odds of $1.40. Following her is Lorelei, Alyssa and Leah.
Farmer DavidEmily
Farmer Matt
Finally, it’s looking like Farmer Matt will choose to walk away with Olivia. She is paying $1.37. Chelsea, Madelon and Annabelle will be named runner-ups.
World-renowned entertainer and International Magician of the Year, Cosentino, is celebrating 10 years as Australia’s most successful magician, illusionist and death-defying escape artist with a new TV special, Cosentino: Decennium.
The 40-year-old, who burst on to our screens in 2011 on Australia’s Got Talent, has achieved unprecedented success both in Australia and internationally, touring to packed houses and rave reviews around the world, while his prime time television specials have aired in more than 40 countries and been seen by over 750 million people across the globe! Unbelievable!
What will Decennium showcase?
In honour of his insane career, the magician has created his biggest and boldest stage production yet, Decennium, which is already his most successful live show, breaking ticket sales records across the country.
Blending dance and magic with a touch of hilarious audience participation, he will take viewers on a journey that will captivate fans, new and old, until the very last jaw-dropping moment!
When will Cosentino: Decennium air?
Seven is giving us the chance to experience the best of Australia’s Grand Illusionist from home. Airing on May 2 at 7.30 pm, we’ll witness his most death-defying escapes, his greatest ever mind-boggling stage illusions and cutting-edge street magic that will twist your view of reality!
Cosentino will also pay homage to his personal idol, the great Harry Houdini.
Cosentino: Decenniumpremieres 7.30pm, Tuesday, 2 May on Channel 7 and 7plus.
One of the world’s most popular reality franchises is set to return to Australia with a reinvigorated new series of The Real Housewives of Sydney.
Just when we thought it was safe to step out in Bondi, a new generation of Sydney’s glamorous and wealthy women will welcome viewers into their homes and lives.
Announced by Binge on April 28, the new series will showcase the friendships, fashion, social events, and drama of the top 1%.
The 10-part series has been commissioned by the streaming service, with production taking place across Sydney over the coming months, meaning that no air date has been set.
“We are thrilled to be bringing The Real Housewives of Sydney series to BINGE viewers,” BingeExecutive Director, Alison Hurbert-Burns said.
“The Real Housewives franchise is wildly popular across the globe, and we felt a cosmopolitan city like Sydney needed again to have a brand-new local version.”
There are currently 23 international adaptations of the global hit Format including recent launches in Nairobi, Amsterdam, Abuja and The Winelands.
The OG Sydney cast included Lisa Oldfield, Athena Levendi, Krissy Marsh, Matty Samaei, Melissa Tkautz, Nicole O’Neil and Victoria Rees.
The original Real Housewives of Sydney cast. Foxtel.
The Real Housewives of Sydney is coming soon to Binge.
Well, we’ve finally arrived back in the South African jungle and a brand new cast is facing creepy crawlies and disgusting food trials in I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here.
Now that most of the celebs have settled into camp, and we finally know exactly who is competing for the title of King or Queen of the Jungle, it’s time to see who can hack it in the wild.
Unfortunately, what goes up in a terrifying helicopter, must come down and one-by-one they will be voted out by fans across Australia or utter the words: “I’m a celebrity, get me out of here!”
So, who has left the I’m a Celebrity Australia 2023 jungle?
Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis are back for another season of Sex and the City spin-off And Just Like That.
“If you’re lucky, no matter what life hands you, you can always count on your closest friends to be there,” Parker’s Carrie says.
During the first season, Carrie’s husband and original f**kboy Big (Chris Noth) died during the first episode, so it’s no bombshell that the series will be “full of surprises” in this next chapter.
But arguably, one of the more controversial, yet exciting announcements is that the show will reintroduce one of the most beloved characters from the OG series, Aidan (John Corbett).
While Carrie quips: “And just like that I realised some things are better left in the past,” she adds: “But maybe, not everything” so, it’s very likely that love will blossom between the pair.
John Corbett. Max/Binge.
Returning characters Lisa Todd Wexley (Nicole Ari Parker) and Dr Nya Wallace (Karen Pittman) are back, as is Che Diaz, Miranda’s new love interest, played by Sara Ramirez.
Elsewhere, Charlotte is dealing with her daughter Lily (Cathy Ang) announcing she wants to lose her virginity, which we’re sure will send her mother into a goddamn tailspin!
Catch the full trailer for And Just Like That, season two below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=um4P4b3i-eI
And Just Like Thatseason two will premiere in June on Binge.
Just when we thought the Bachie franchise was taking a break, The Bachelors is coming back to Ten and they’re looking for a brand-new cast!
On April 26, the studio behind the series Warner Bros announced they were looking for “men and women for a brand new season”.
How can you apply?
Tag your friends and send them to the official casting page. There you are met with two applications. One for men and one for women.
“Are you searching for that special someone but just can’t seem to find them?” the website reads. “Well this could be the beginning of your very own love story!”
This year, the casting producers are looking for singles between the ages of 21-50! 50?! This certainly is a twist!
According to the application, you must be willing and available to be filmed for the duration of the series (up to six weeks) with filming commencing roughly between July-August of 2023.
Fans fell in love with him in Prime Video’s Cinderella and Netflix’sPurple Heart and now you can get ready to be smitten with Nicholas Galitzine in Red, White & Royal Blue.
Premiering globally on August 11 on Prime Video, the film follows Alex Claremont-Diaz (Taylor ZakharPerez), the son of the President of the United States (Uma Thurman), and Britain’s Prince Henry (Nicholas Galitzine) who have a lot in common. They’ve got stunning good looks, undeniable charisma, international popularity … and a total disdain for each other.
Based on the New York Times best seller of the same name, it has been adapted for screen by Tony-award winning playwright Matthew López in his film directorial debut.
What is the plot of Red, White & Royal Blue?
Separated by an ocean, their long-running feud hasn’t really been an issue, until a disastrous—and very public—altercation at a royal event becomes tabloid fodder, driving a potential wedge in U.S. and British relations at the worst possible time.
Going into damage-control mode, their families and handlers force the two rivals into a staged “truce.” But as Alex and Henry’s icy relationship unexpectedly begins to thaw into a tentative friendship, the friction that existed between them sparks something deeper than they ever expected.
Unfortunately there isn’t a trailer as yet however, please enjoy this sexy new poster art!
Prime Video.
Who else is in the cast?
Joining the aforementioned cast is Clifton Collins Jr., Sarah Shahi, Rachel Hilson, Stephen Fry, Ellie Bamber, Thomas Flynn, Malcolm Atobrah, Akshay Khanna, Sharon D Clarke, Aneesh Sheth, and Juan Castano.
What was the original book about?
Red, White & Royal Blue was written by Caset McQuiston and ontop of becoming a best seller, also won winner for Best Romance and Best Debut novel in 2019 by Good Reads.
The synopsis of the novel is very similar to the movie which is always a win for fans!
Official Synopsis:
First Son Alex Claremont-Diaz is the closest thing to a prince this side of the Atlantic. With his intrepid sister and the Veep’s genius granddaughter, they’re the White House Trio, a beautiful millennial marketing strategy for his mother, President Ellen Claremont.
International socialite duties do have downsides—namely, when photos of a confrontation with his longtime nemesis Prince Henry at a royal wedding leak to the tabloids and threaten American/British relations. The plan for damage control: staging a fake friendship between the First Son and the Prince.
As President Claremont kicks off her reelection bid, Alex finds himself hurtling into a secret relationship with Henry that could derail the campaign and upend two nations. What is worth the sacrifice? How do you do all the good you can do? And, most importantly, how will history remember you?
Red, White & Royal Blue, based on the New York Times best seller, premieres exclusively on Prime Video globally on August 11.
SBS’s bold and transgressive new original anthology drama series, Erotic Stories, is now in production starring Golden Globe Best Actress nominee Frances O’Connor (The Missing).
The series is set to change the narrative of what sex and intimacy look like today, delving into the delight, complexity and chaos of lust and longing.
Erotic Stories cast. SBS.
This deliciously provocative series tells unique stories with each of the lead characters someone who has not typically been written as sexual leads on Australian screens; be it queer, gender-diverse, living with disability, middle-aged and/or people of colour.
Erotic Stories step into these fresh perspectives allowing them to explore desire, from their own point of view.
Who is in the cast of Erotic Stories?
Alongside O’Connor is an all-star line-up including O’Connor is joined by Kate Box (Rake), Danielle Cormack (My Life is Murder), Rarriwuy Hick (Wentworth), Googoorewon Knox (While The Men Are Away), Melanie Vallejo (Winners and Losers), Tim Draxl (In Our Blood), Yuchen Wang (Safe Home), Dominic Ona-Ariki (Shortland Street), Bert LaBonte (The Newsreader), Emily Havea (Latecomers), Fayssal Bazzi (Stateless), Bernie Van Tiel (Class of ’07), Roman Delo (Bump), Victoria Haralabidou (Wakefield), Kween Kong (RuPaul’s Drag Race) and Alex FitzAlan (The Wilds).
Tim DraxlMelanie VallejoKate Box
The series also and introduces Joel Lago and Crystal Nguyen in breakout roles.
When will Erotic Stories premiere?
Given that the series has only just started filming, there is no air date yet; however, it is likely to premiere at the end of 2023.
Who wrote Erotic Stories?
The eight-part anthology has been written by some of Australia’s most exciting writers including Sarah Walker, Marieke Hardy, Adrian Chiarella, Alistair Baldwin, Jean Tong, Tamara Asmar, Sara Khan and Christine Bartlett.
Erotic Stories will premiere on SBS and SBS On Demand in 2023.
The wizarding world of Harry Potter is to be brought to life in a new TV series but can we watch it in Australia?
While there are no international plans released for Harry Potter as yet, in the US, the new show show will appear on Max, the new offering that will replace HBO Max.
With Foxtel securing HBO content until 2025, there is no prospect of Max launching in Australia before then. Launching in the US on May 23, Max will become the destination for HBO Originals, Warner Bros films, Max Originals, the DC universe, the world of Harry Potter, group kids content, and programming across food, home, reality, lifestyle and documentaries from brands like HGTV, Food Network, Discovery Channel, TLC, ID and more.
What will the new Harry Potter series cover?
According to Warner Bros Discovery, “the series will feature a new cast to lead a new generation of fandom, full of the fantastic detail, much loved characters and dramatic locations that Harry Potter fans have loved for over twenty-five years.”
Despite her problematic and outspoken stance on gender identity, author JK Rowling will serve as executive producer, with the series based on the seven books, over seven seasons.
The series will also be “authentic to the original books” with Rowling saying that “Max’s commitment to preserving the integrity…is important”.
“I’m looking forward to being part of this new adaptation which will allow for a degree of depth and detail only afforded by a long-form television series.”
Will the original cast of the films return?
Unfortunately for fans of Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint, none of the original cast will return for the Harry Potter series, with no new names to be announced.
Speaking on The Hot Mic podcast, US-based entertainment reporter Jeff Sneider revealed that the new series will make a “concerted effort” to cast POC — including the leads, which is in line with the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child stage show.
“What I’ve heard about this series is that they will make a concerted effort to cast more people of colour in the show,” Sneider said during an episode.
“Particularly with regards to the role of Hermione… [she could] very well be an actress of colour.”
What other titles have been announced for Max?
Max also provided first looks at additional titles including Max Originals The Penguin starring Colin Farrell; HBO Original drama series The Sympathizer, an espionage thriller and cross-culture satire based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name; HBO Original limited series True Detective: Night Country starring Jodie Foster and Kali Reis; HBO Original limited series The Regime starring Kate Winslet; Max Original six-part docuseries SmartLess: On The Road, following Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Sean Hayes as they take viewers on a behind-the-scenes look at the sold-out live tour of their podcast; and Max Original kids’ series Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai.
Other series include:
Original comedy series derived from The Big Bang Theory.
HBO Original Game of Thrones prequel A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight
Original drama series based on The Conjuring films
Magnolia Network’s Fixer Upper: The Hotel
Discovery Channel’s Survive the Raft
Original Peter & the Wolf from Bono
Investigation Discovery’s Lost Women of Highway 20
The Inspired Unemployed are coming to a TV screen near you in 2023 after having taken over the internet with their awkwardly hilarious videos.
Jack Steele and Matt Ford, the duo behind brand are renowned content creators, having amassed 3.8 million followers on social media. Now, they will host a hilarious eight-part Australian original series.
“We are so stoked to be working with Paramount ANZ on this TV show, from the first video we ever made our goal was to always have a TV show and for it to actually be happening is a dream come true,” both guys said in a statement.
“We’ve always believed that laughter is the best medicine, and we’re thrilled to have the opportunity to spread joy and positivity to even more people through this platform.”
Daniel Monaghan, SVP Content and Programming, Paramount Australia and New Zealand said that the duo “have a huge following with a unique knack for making people sit up, take notice and laugh.”
Before gaining huge popularity on social media, Steele and Ford (both in their late twenties) were tradies before heading overseas, documenting their exploits in skits.
“I didn’t want to be a tradie, not one part of me,” Steele previously told 9Honey. “We started it as a resume to get into entertainment. We didn’t know what that meant but we thought f— it, if we can make some videos and get a little bit of traction that will help us do something in this industry.”
The “battlers”, as they have dubbed themselves, are the voice of generation, willing to mock everything and everyone, including themselves.
“I’m walking down the street and I see something happen, or I’ll have an encounter — an awkward handshake or something — and will be thinking, ‘This is great’,” Ford told the ABC in an interview in 2021.
“[I will] take the idea to Jack, and he’ll say if he likes it or not. I’ll then script 80 per cent, then we’ll film it, and he’ll edit. It’s collaborative.”
They also released their very own beer, Better Beer in 2022 with Nick Cogger.
The Inspired Unemployed’s new series is coming Soon to Paramount Australia and New Zealand.
World’s collide in The Flash, in the DC Super Hero’s first-ever stand-alone film and on April 26, a brand-new — and dare we say it — ~flashy~ trailer was released starring Ezra Miller in the titular role.
The new clip was revealed ahead of its first screening at CinemaCon and showcased Michael Keaton, who is reprising his role as Batman.
While the movie is somewhat highly anticipated, it will no doubt be controversial given the multitude of allegations against Miller, who has seen a fall from grace over the past few years.
Ezra Miller as The Flash. Warner Bros.
Here’s everything we know.
What is The Flash about?
When Barry (Miller) uses his superpowers to travel back in time in order to change the events of the past, his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future and Barry becomes trapped in a reality in which General Zod has returned, threatening annihilation, and there are no Super Heroes to turn to.
That is, unless Barry can coax a very different Batman out of retirement and rescue an imprisoned Kryptonian… albeit not the one he’s looking for. Ultimately, to save the world that he is in and return to the future that he knows, Barry’s only hope is to race for his life. But will making the ultimate sacrifice be enough to reset the universe?
Who is in the cast?
Alongside Miller is Sasha Calle, Michael Shannon, Ron Livingston, Maribel Verdú, Kiersey Clemons, Antje Traue and reprising his role as Batman, Michael Keaton.
The film was directed by Andy Muschietti known for It, It: Chapter II and Mama.
When will The Flash be released?
The Flash will be released in cinemas Nationwide on June 16, 2023.
It’s episode seven of Farmer Wants a Wife Australia 2023 and last night we were left on a cliffhanger of epic proportions.
During the Country Fair, Frankie declared that she was “done” after Farmer Brenton arrived with new Lady, Jemma, with the ep ending on her downward spiral.
After recapping the “strong connections” made from last night, it was time to head back to the Country Fair.
Morgan could not get over how much of a “stunnah” Shelby was, Frankie was still concerned about Jemma’s arrival and Farmer’s Matt’s newcomer Madelon revealed she was “not here to make friends”.
Cupid-in-Arms Natalie Gruzlewski then greeted the entire cast, revealing that at the end of the Getaway, the Farmers would be choosing one lady for a Solo Date.
Chelsea admitted she was excited for the prospect but Frankie…was not.
Frankie. Seven.
The Farmers catch up away from the Ladies, saying the new crop of women coming was like putting a “fox in the hen house”. Meanwhile, Frankie is STILL spiralling and convincing herself there is “something” between her and Brenton, she wants to chat to him.
Farmer Brad admitted that he’s in a “bit of a pickle” after his date with Shelby, but wanted to reassure Clare that he’s still keen on her and Farmer Matt’s ladies discover that they’ve all had a cheeky kiss with him before Olivia propels herself into a whirlwind of “uncertainty” upon hearing that Matt and Madelon shared a kiss. TBH, she has nothing to worry about since it lasted 2.5 seconds and was sh**.
“I get that Matt is trying to see who he is compatible with, but I was a little bit hurt,” she says.
Farmer Brad’s ladies, on the other hand, grill Shelby, who tells them that they just “clicked, real quick”; however, she’s cognisant of the fact that Clare and Morgan already have a connection with him.
Morgan insists that she’s trying to be “emotionally mature” about the situation and it’s a “matter of not being jealous”, which is hard when your boyfriend is dating someone else.
Farmer Brad reassures Clare that the feelings are still there
Farmer Brad chats with Shelby who admits she’s “a lot” and is nervous about being around the other girls. Brad reassures her to be herself, and Shelby asks him to go to the Kissing Booth. He declines.
Shelby and Brad. Seven.
Clare then takes Brad aside to see where he stands with her.
“You know how I feel about ya,” Brad tells her, also reassuring her that his feelings hadn’t changed. He also admitted that he had been thinking about her a lot; however, Clare was still unsure.
“I don’t know if he’s doing that to calm me down or whether he’s still on the same page with me,” she said. Meanwhile, Brad tells the cameras that he was happy being back around her.
“Seeing Clare and being next to Clare made me feel really good again.”
Farmer David and Leah then steal a moment for a chat, where he tells her that he’s obviously got really good connections with Emily and Lorelei; however, was keen to spend some time with her.
Farmer Brenton reassures Sophie and Farmer Matt reassures Olivia
Once again, we are met with a spiralling Frankie who is still waiting on time with Brenton; however, it’s Sophie that takes Brenton aside to tell him she’s missed him.
“I do feel guilty for Soph,” Brenton says, particularly because he went on a date with Jemma. Luckily, he tells her that “she’s no Soph” and still has strong feelings for her.
Brenton is also conscious of the fact that he needs to spend time with Rachel and Jemma, completely forgetting about Frankie.
Sophie and Brenton. Seven.
Frankie is now sitting by herself and says that even though she doesn’t want to leave because there could be “something good there, if he doesn’t see that, then I just want to go.”
Frankie. Seven.
Jess tells Farmer Andrew that she wants the solo date and Rachel also says that she wants to spend more time with Brenton.
Olivia, on the other hand, is concerned that Farmer Matt has kissed all the girls and wants to know where he’s at with her.
“I respect and understand the fact that you need to figure out what works for you,” she told him. Matt tells her that he wants them to “keep progressing no matter what”.
“Even with the date I had today, I couldn’t shift you out of my head in all honesty,” he said.
Olivia is grateful for the reassurance and tells the cameras she thinks she might be “falling in love”.
Olivia and Farmer Matt. Seven
Over with Farmer David, Emily admits she’s never been in love before but has feelings for him.
She pulls him for a chat and tells him that she missed him.
“I’ve been thinking about Emily a lot since our blind date,” David tells the cameras before telling her that he worries about her and really missed her.
“I feel the same,” she says before telling him that she really likes him. The pair kiss and the winners music plays…
Farmer Andrew reassures Claire and Frankie exits Farmer Wants a Wife
Farmer Andrew and Claire have a conversation about their relationship, and she’s concerned that his feelings have changed since his date with Sarah from Bondi.
“If you develop feelings for Sarah, just tell me,” Claire says. “At the end of the day, you need to reassure me that we’re still on the same page.”
Farmer Andrew gives her his word that he will tell her and says there’s something there between them. Claire then tells the cameras that she’s on the “way to falling in love”. They kiss.
As the night comes to an end, Frankie pulls Brenton away to talk to him.
Frankie tells him that she does want to be there and that she genuinely likes him but he doesn’t show her that.
Farmer Brenton and Frankie. Seven.
“You lighten the whole house up,” he says but also admits it’s hard that they haven’t had time together.
She tells him that he doesn’t give her the attention she deserves and she asks if he’s “even interested” in her.
“I want to be honest,” he says. “It’s hard, whether it is a friendship sort of thing, I don’t know. I feel bad. You deserve that time but I just haven’t been able to give it to you. I can’t promise that you’ll get it.”
Brenton then says he doesn’t want to lead her on.
“Well that says to me…I think I’ll probably go home.”
Frankie. Seven.
Frankie returns to the other Ladies and wishes them all the best before leaving.
“It’s unfortunate but I just couldn’t feel any spark there,” Brenton tells the cameras.
The Farmers and Ladies partake in the Country Games
Farmer David says that his feelings for Emily and Lorelei are starting to grow. After having a chat with Farmer Brad, Brad thinks that David is overthinking everything.
The Country Games get underway and it is revealed that one lucky couple will get the most romantic 24-hour solo date ever!
After the first game, a wheelbarrow race, Farmer Matt’s team came out victorious. Next up was Mount Hay and the fastest team was Farmer Dave’s. The final challenge was chicken herding, with Farmer Andrew’s team winning.
However, before Nat announced the the overall winner, the Farmers and the Ladies “stressed” over who would get the final date.
Morgan admitted that she felt more like Farmer Brad’s housemate than a prospective love interest, which TBH says enough in our opinion.
Farmer Brad and Morgan. Seven.
Chelsea then took Matt away and said that she wanted more time with him, giving him something to think about.
Finally, the farm who won the FWAW Country Games was announced. It was Farmer David’s. While the girls were thrilled, David began sweating bullets.
.Farmer David, his Ladies and Nat Gruzlewski. Seven.
“I’ve got some really tough decisions,” he said.
The Farmers chose who would go on the solo dates
Farmer Matt chose to take Chelsea on the solo date while Farmer Brenton decided to take Chelsea’s twin, Rachel. Farmer Andrew chose Claire and Farmer Brad finally asked Morgan.
But, when it was time for Farmer David to choose, he decided to take someone who was “special” to him. Emily.
“I’m not being overlooked this time,” she said.
Farmer Wants a Wife continues on Sunday at 7.00 pm.
Holy Moly! It’s intruder time! It’s episode seven of Farmer Wants a Wife Australia 2023 and we’ve got some new ladies.
But before we can meet them, we’re catching up with the Farmers and the current crop of women they’re luring to live a life with on the land.
“I feel like we’re all settling in really nicely,” Olivia says, while secreting love heart eye emojis from her pores. “I’m happy with us and I love the farm life.” Foreshadowing?!
Farmer Matt and Olivia. Seven.
Over on Farmer Brenton’s farm, Brenton says that his connection with Sophie is “deep” and that it feels like “they’re best friends”.
“I definitely can see a future with Soph,” he says. Cute!
Host Sam Armytage then invites the Farmers on an “exciting weekend getaway” without the ladies.
“Youse have got it sorted,” Farmer Brad tells his potential wives, before leaving them to run his farm.
Farmer Brad. Seven.
While Clare says she’s got a good thing going with her farmer, “things can change very quickly” and yes, m’lady. Yes, they can.
On Farmer David’s farm, Emily — who has clearly watched FWAW before — says that she has a feeling David “is going to meet a new lady”
“It’s not the best feeling but it’s part of the journey,” she says.
After Brenton hugs goodbye to his three remaining ladies, Frankie laments that it’s “really hard” since she didn’t get a chance to chat with him before he left.
“I don’t want to focus on the negatives but it’s really hard not to,” she says. “It’s just constantly blow, after below. I mean, what is this?!” It’s Farmer babes. Brenton is gonna date 50 women before he doesn’t choose you.
Farmer Brenton’s Ladies. Seven.
Meanwhile, Farmer Andrew has a parting gift for his loves. A pair of “jocks” in the washing machine. Cool.
The Farmers arrive at the weekend getaway
Firstly, we get what the Farmer David fuss is all about… what a guy! He tells the other farmers that he’s spent time with Lorelei and Emily.
Farmer David. Seven.
“Big fella” Brenton reveals it’s “all going well” with a big grin on his face. When Farmer Brad asks him if he’s “dropped the L word”, he blushes.
The guys then question why they’ve been called on a getaway with Farmer David a.k.a our new collective husband, saying he hopes it’s a “nice catch-up in the countryside”, but then quickly backtracks, because he understands the assignment.
Natalie Gruzlewski surprises the Farmers
“Cupid-in-arms” Natalie Gruzlewski interrupts the Farmers and tells them they’re a “very handsome bunch”.
“Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of helping many farmers find their soulmate,” Nat tells the group. “I didn’t want you to miss out and I wanted to make sure that you had every chance at finding love.” i.e. here’s a bunch of ladies to confuse you even more.
“I have handpicked ladies I would love you to meet,” she says. The Farmers smile politely, but inside are screaming.
“Kill me.” Farmer Brad. Seven.
Nat has done some research and has chosen ladies with “some” of the qualities they’re looking for in their future wife… which is wildly concerning but also a relief for their womens at home.
The Farmers meet the Ten new ladies…
Brad is introduced to Shelby and Hannah…
Shelby and Hannah. Seven.
Farmer David met Jessica and Alyssa….
Jessica and Alyssa. Seven.
Farmer Matt is introduced to Demi and Madelon (yes this is the correct spelling)…
Demi and Madelon. Seven.
Farmer Andrew met Sarah and Casey…
Casey and Sarah. Seven.
And finally, Farmer Brenton was introduced to Bec and Jemma.
Bec and Jemma. Seven.
“Seeing these two girls walk up makes my legs buckle and I’ve got butterflies,” he said and calm down, Brenton. “It’s just blown me away. I’m in big trouble.”
Meanwhile, back on Brenton’s farm
Back on Brenton’s farm, the ladies are in full glam “working” on the farm.
“How do you girls feel if he does bring some of the girls home,” Rachel asks Frankie and Sophie.
Sophie admits she would be “sad” if Brenton brought someone else back since she dropped the L-bomb.
Brenton, who reckons he hasn’t done any dating in the past, meets Jemma and they talk about deep sh** like the weather.
Jemma is from the Barossa Valley and is a “country bumpkin” herself, and Brenton thinks she’s easy to talk to.
Brenton and Jemma. Seven.
Next up is Farmer Brad, who looks like a completely different person with his hat off…
Farmer Brad. We think. Seven.
He meets Hannah, a vet nurse who is British, delightful and stuh-nning. She also has horses and six brothers and sisters.
Hannah reveals she’s “wanted this forever” (farm lyfe, not Farmer Brad) and the pair talk about how many kids they want and actually, we just love Hannah and want her to stay.
Meanwhile, Farmer Andrew’s OG’s Claire and Jess are living it up in his ute and Farmer Brad’s OG’s are eating pizza which they say has been the “highlight”. Lol.
On Farmer “Dave’s” farm, the ladies are playing pool down at the local pub. Lorelei admits she is missing him and that she’s falling for him, while Claire, who is still livin’ large in Andrew’s ute, feels the same about her man.
“He’s a lot more comfotrabla,” she says. “Definitely got the feels. Who would have thought that would happen,” she says. Certainly, not I!
Farmer Andrew meets our new spirit animal, Sarah from Bondi
Farmer Andrew then meets Sarah who delivers arguably the best line of the season.
“I’m from Bondi,” she says. We are crying, screaming, laughing. Bondi?! That’s not out in the bush!!
Sarah from Bondi and Andrew bond over Toastmasters, which gives us major anxiety and flashbacks, but they seem to like it, but we feel sorry for their potential babies who will be forced to partake.
Even though Sarah is from Bondi, some of her “ancestors” worked on sheep farms, which makes her perfect for him. We love Sarah from Bondi. Please keep her.
Sarah from Bondi and Farmer Andrew. Seven.
Farmer Matt then meets Madelon a.k.a Maddy a.k.a M&Ms, who has a horse called Skittles. She presents Matt with a horseshoe.
Farmer David meets Alyssa who was “really nervous” and Farmer Andrew meets his second lady, who is not Sarah from Bondi.
The other dates move by in a flash meaning that the Farmers have zero interest in them whatsoever, until Matt meets Demi who has a tattoo of “patience” on her hand.
Shelby is then introduced to Farmer Brad and she gets giddy over how “hot” he is. Brad calls her “likeable” until she reveals that her dad’s name is Brad which is a weird thing to say on a first date.
The Farmers must decide who to bring back to the farm
After what seemed like 30 second dates, the Farmers must now decide on who they will take back to the farm.
Here’s who they chose:
Farmer Matt — Madelon
Farmer Andrew — Sarah from Bondi (HALLELUJAH!)
Farmer Brad — Shelby (we love you, Hannah)
Farmer David — Alyssa
Farmer Brenton — Jemma
The five Farmers then embark on solo dates with the women of their choice.
Farmer Brad and Shelby have a romantic “Notebook” date and she reveals she hasn’t been very lucky in love and just like her floundering love life, the boat begins to sink… HA!!
“It was quite funny seeing the boat take on water,” Brad says and we agree. It was bloody hilarious.
Shelby and Brad. Seven.
Jemma asks Farmer Brenton to “take off his shirt”
“Our once shy Farmer Brenton” who has found more confidence than all five Farmers put together, engages in a game of Truth or Dare.
Jemma asks him to do push-ups and asks him to take his shirt off. He obliges.
Farmer Brenton. Seven.
Brad says he’s attracted to Jemma who asks him if he sees them being able to form a “deeper” connection and he says he does.
“You’re embarrassing me,” he says, to which she replies. “You’re embarrassing me, stop” and basically, they’re both embarrassing themselves because SOPHIEEEEEE.
The pair admit they feel like they’ve known each other for a long time, which is actually so goddamn cute. And then this happens:
Farmer Brenton and Jemma. Seven.
Oh. my. god. Poor SOPHIEEEEEEEEE!
Farmer David and Alyssa feed alpacas and what is this?! The Bachelor?!
Farmer David and Alyssa are feeding alpacas on their date, which is very Bachelor of them. They then make a bunch of flowers out of weird pom pom ball things.
They share a few cute moments together and David presents her with her first bunch of “weird pom pom balls”.
Alyssa and Farmer David. Seven.
Finally, we’re back to the Toastmaster King and Queen, Farmer Andrew and Sarah from Bondi.
Andrew admits he needs to learn to be more affectionate and Sarah announces she has a rule in life. “Two twenty second hugs a day”. Wow.
But excuse me, could this get anymore bush?! (see below)
Farmer Andrew and Sarah from Bondi. Seven.
Farmer Matt and Madelon have had a lovely time together and share the world’s most unaffectionate kiss . It was so quick, we didn’t have time to take a screenshot…
Meanwhile, Farmer Brad and Shelby are straight up vibin’ (as Olliefrom MAFS would say) — well, Shelby moreso than Brad…
“I get the feeling that you are a gentleman and you don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings but also, I sort of wish you weren’t right now,” she tells him and 😒.
Brad: “Jeezus christ” –> kiss. Cool.
Behind the hat: Farmer Brad and Madelon. Seven.
The Country Fair begins…
The OG ladies meet at a Country Fair and they have “much to gossip about”.
After playing Country Fair games, they drink.
“Everyone is here except the Farmers,” Olivia says, while Frankie continues her downward spiral. She wants to talk to Farmer David about his feelings for her, but is pretty sure he hates her.
The Farmers return with the new ladies and it’s supes awkies. The OG ladies begin to spiral, and Olivia freaks out because it’s “hard to watch” the gents “date other ladies”. Once again. Wrong show, babes.
Madelon couldn’t care less about “ruffling feathers” and “is not here to make friends”, so we’re predicting some heckers drama coming from her end.
David awkwardly introduces Alyssa to his OGs and genuinely looks uncomfortable. Lorelei is “intimidated” by the new arrival, but don’t worry, she has her emotional support teddy bear.
Lorelei and Teddy. Seven.
Farmer Andrew introduces Sarah from Bondi to Claire and Jess who take her for a drink, before Farmer Brad walks hand-in-hand with Shelby.
Over at Farmer Brad’s table, the ladies are also feeling threatened, but not as much as our poor, dear Sophie who is sweating bullets.
Brenton arrives holding Jemma’s hand and the OGs could tell “there was something between them”. Frankie, meanwhile, decides she is done.
“I’m not going to wait around for a date that’s not going to come,” she saids. “I will choose to walk, I will go home.”
It’s that time of year again. The birds are chirping, the cows are mooing and 10 new ladies are intruding on the blissful love blossoming on Farmer Wants a Wife.
While there are some clear front-runners forming for our five Farmers Farmer Brad, Farmer Brenton, Farmer David, Farmer Andrew and Farmer Matt — things are about to get a MAJOR shakeup.
With intruder Ladies, there’s an intruder of another kind. Natalie Gruzlewski. While she’s been the host of Farmer since it’s inception, she has not taken on the role of Cupid-in-Arms.
Not one to miss out on all the action, she will join the gents on a weekend getaway, introducing them to some potential wives.
Ian ‘Dicko’ Dickson was eliminated from the I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here jungle on April 19 and as a parting gift, told his fellow camp-mates that he was responsible for stealing the butter.
While, the star-studded jungle were in uproar over this revelation, during an interview with Chattr, he revealed it wasn’t him at all!
“Look, to be honest. It wasn’t me. I just wanted to wind them up,” he admitted. “I know what happened to the butter. It was mislaid. It was Adam [Cooney], who’s a big doofus. He just basically cleared the plates away, put it in the butter, took it up there [where they wash the plates] and absentmindedly left it.”
“The funny thing was, we got butter for a challenge the day after and I threw that away in the bin. It’s like, we just can’t keep butter as a group!” LOL!
Dicko reveals why butter is such a commodity in the jungle
According to the 60-year-old, butter in the jungle takes on a whole other meaning.
“It’s easy to assume that butter is a trivial thing,” he said. “But when you’re starving, it kind of takes on a whole other meaning altogether.”
Later on while discussing Kerri-Anne Kennerley’s exit, Dicko explained the importance of gaining stars for food.
“It was a real mistake,” he said of Kennerley’s appointment on the show. “Frankly, she should never have come. As a camp-mate, she was hopeless. She came in completely blind. She was ignorant to what she was being expected to do. I think she thought it was a game but to be honest, hunger in that camp is real.”
“Harry Garside is a beautiful, beautiful human being, he’s going to do really well,” he said. “He has not stopped training every day since he finished the Tokyo Olympics and in a month’s time, the qualification starts for the Paris Olympics.
“Three days into this show, he had to stop training because he was so depleted through lack of nourishment. So, if we don’t bring home stars to feed the family, this really impacts on him.”
He then joked that “And “some of the other guys don’t have the sort of reserves that maybe Pete [Helliar] and I have” before adding: “it’s medically dangerous if we don’t bring home stars.”
