When host Ally Langdon started filming the first season of Parental Guidance, she didn’t know there were such things as “parenting styles”.
In fact, when raising her two children Mack, six and Scout, four, she and her husband Mike Willisee Jr “just fell into it”.
“I just sort of thought we had good days and bad days and it kind of blew my mind,” Langdon said in an interview with Chattr about the different ways to parent.
All Langdon and Mike Willisee Jr. Instagram
“Some of the couples have really researched [their style] how they want to raise their kids. I think I sort of fall into the majority where we just fall into it but I don’t know a whole lot of parents who sit down and go, ‘Okay, how are we going to do this? And what’s our approach?’
Like a lot of Australian families, getting through the day and “winging it” is part and parcel with being a mum, which gave her a brilliant idea for season three.
“Maybe that’s an idea for the next season,” she joked. “Is that we bring in a whole bunch of parents who’ve never thought about how they parent. They’re just winging it!”
Ally Langdon on how the Influencer parents changed her perception of parenting in the digital age
“A big focus this season is to do with screen-time technology and the safety of our kids when they’re online,” Langdon said.
In particular, Influencers Kat, 36 and Jonathan, 40 and their children Latisha,18 and Deja, 11, represent what it’s like to parent in the digital age.
The Influencers. Nine
“Their [Kat and Jonathan] kids are online, be really tech-savvy,” Langdon said. “They’re beautiful kids — I mean, I should make the point that all the kids in the show are gorgeous, they’re all really, really lovely kids, so all the parents are doing something right — but the [Influencer] kids have social media accounts and they have hundreds of 1000s of followers. It’s a big part of their life. And I think even just reading about it, I had a whole lot of preconceived ideas.”
During the June 5 episode of the series, Honest single-mum Kat was horrified to find out that her daughter would not only share her street address online with a stranger but would also lie about it. In an emotional scene, every single parent, including Langdon, felt for her.
Kat. Nine
“It hit everyone straight between the eyes,” Langdon admitted. “It’s really interesting with different approaches from different parents, some have had really open conversations about safety online and other parents who don’t, and I feel like I’ve fallen into this category.”
Parental Guidance airs Monday and Tuesday at 7.30 pm on 9 and 9Now.
It’s hard to look past the hu-uge 100-person cast on Million Dollar Island, but, once you do, you’ll probably notice the stunning beaches and landscapes behind the crowd of contestants.
The pristine island that the new reality show was filmed on is actually one tiny teeny part of a massive archipelago.
While the exact island that Million Dollar Island is filmed on hasn’t been released, we do know that it was set on one of the 104 islands of Langkawi, in Malaysia.
Langkawi is the name of a Malaysian archipelago, which is separate from mainland Malaysia. To get to the Langkawi islands, tourists can fly into Kuala Lumpur airport and then catch a short connecting domestic flight to one of the island’s airports, or they can catch a ferry from KL.
What is the premise of Million Dollar Island?
The new reality show has contestants fighting tooth and nail on a remote island to (quite literally) grab the prize money. Each player is given a $1,000 bracelet on arrival, and the challenge is to acquire as many bracelets as possible by competing in challenges, forming alliances, scheming, and stealing.
At the beginning of the show, there are 100 people competing for the winning title and prize money, so it shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise that multiple people will be eliminated in every episode.
Milion Dollar Island. Seven.
Who will take part in Million Dollar Island?
Farmers, retail workers, garbos, nurses, real estate agents and more leave the real world to fight for the $1 million prize. You can check out the cast here.
Who is hosting?
Million Dollar Island is hosted by SAS Australia DS Ant Middleton.
WatchMillion Dollar Island from June 12 on Channel 7 and 7plus.
It’s episode 25 of MasterChef Australia 2023 and the end of Home Cooks versus Pro Cooks week and after success against the pros, Rhiannon and Antonio were safe from elimination.
Culinary legend Rick Stein was back in the MC kitchen, having built a career around cooking with simple and fresh seafood, he gave our cooks a demonstration on how to clean squid before setting the contestants a two-round challenge.
In round one, the contestants had to feature squid in their dish with just 45 minutes on the clock. The four least impressive dishes were then headed into round two.
The second part of the challenge, saw the contestants choose one of Stein’s favourite food hot spots from around the world to create a dish that will transport the judges to their destination of choice. Of course, whoever cooked the least impressive dish was eliminated from the competition.
Rick Stein. Ten
Round One
During the episode, everyone brought their A-game with some delicious squid dishes!
Ralph and Malissa took the safe route with some salt and pepper calamari, while Cath got tropical with a ceviche, earning herself an infamous round of applause from Judge Jock Zonfrillo.
Cath’s Squid Ceviche. Ten
Rue went with a prawn stew to cook her squid in, and Theo spiced things up with Peri-Peri sauce.
Rue’s prawn stew. Ten
Grace made a delectable Ajvar sauce to go with her dish, Brent brought a Sri Lankan curry to the table while Adi showed off her skills with a flavorful Maharashtrian curry, and Phil chose to confit the squid with some scallops.
Phil’s dish. Ten
Declan, the fish master, entered the challenge with confidence while hoping to impress his idol, Stein. Protected by his Immunity Pin, he was certain that he would not have to use it; however, things took a sharp turn as he found himself in round two with Phil, Malissa, and Ralph.
Declan’s dish. Ten
Round Two
In Round Two, the contestants were challenged to create a mouth-watering dish inspired by Stein’s five favourite food places: France, Spain, the UK, Mexico or Italy.
With 75 minutes on the clock, they had to whisk the judges to their chosen location and avoid serving up a dish that would boot them out of the competition.
Stein’s map of the world. Nine
Declan decided to choose Mexico and wanted to serve a Beer-Battered Flathead with Salsa and Pickled Veggies; however, rattled by Round One, during the cook, he decided to play his Immunity Pin and headed to the safety of the gantry.
Declan. Ten
Despite having to use her backup, Malissa’s Honey and Olive Oil Pana Cotta with Lemon Crumb and Charred Apricots was a hit. The judges unanimously agreed it was a triumph, praising it as her best dish yet!
Malissa’s dish. Ten
Even though Ralph’s Croque Madame with Soft Poached Egg and Potato Foam was a bold concept and the judges could piece the flavours together, unfortunately, it didn’t transport them to France.
Ralph’s dish. Ten
Phil then delivered his Spaghetti Con Anatra which failed to hit the mark. With only 75 minutes for the cook, the Judges felt it was not the dish to cook given that his duck was dry and the pasta wasn’t up to scratch.
Phil’s dish. Ten
The Verdict
Phil became the seventh contestant to say goodbye, saying he’d be forever grateful for the experience in the MasterChef kitchen, thanking the judges for giving him purpose after feeling lost in his career.
Phil leaving the MasterChef kitchen. Ten
MasterChef Australia airs Sunday – Thursday at 7.30pm on 10 and 10Play.
Netflix’s wholesome coming-of-age drama The Summer I Turned Pretty is almost back for season two, and it looks as though the new instalment will be as dramatic as the first.
The series is based on Jenny Han’s best-selling book trilogy of the same name with Season one following Bella “Belly” Conklin as she spent the summer at Cousin’s Beach with her family, finding herself in the middle of a love triangle with brothers Conrad and Jeremiah.
After Jeremiah went MIA during Belly’s debutante ball dance in the finale episode of season one, Belly decided that she wanted to be with Conrad.
The indecisiveness from Belly about which brother she prefers has left fans impatiently waiting for season two to find out if she will stay with Conrad for good.
Jeremiah and Belly. Prime Video.
What is season two about?
Belly used to count down the days until she could return to Cousins Beach, but with Conrad and Jeremiah fighting over her heart and the return of her family friend Susannah’s cancer, she’s not sure this summer will be the same. When an unexpected visitor threatens the future of their beach house, Belly has to rally the gang to come together — and to decide once and for all where her heart lies.
Who’s in season two of The Summer I Turned Pretty?
Season two will see the majority of the original cast return, with Lola Tung playing Isabel “Belly” Conklin, Christopher Briney as Conrad Fisher and Gavin Casalegno as Jeremiah Fisher.
Some of the other returning cast members include:
Rachel Blanchard as Susannah Fisher.
Sean Kaufman as Steven Conklin.
Alfredo Narciso as Cleveland Castillo.
Colin Ferguson as John Conklin.
Tom Everett Scott as Adam Fisher.
Minnie Mills will not be returning as Shayla.
Conrad and Belly. Prime Video.
When will it air?
Season Two of The Summer I Turned Pretty launches with three episodes on July 14 on Prime Video with new episodes following weekly until the season finale on Friday 18.
Where can I watch the trailer?
Right here!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7KrN-Nx7ME
Season Two of The Summer I Turned Pretty launches with three episodes on July 14 on Prime Video with new episodes following weekly until the season finale on Friday 18.
If influencers and reality stars are your jam, then you’re going to love the cast list for the new season of The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. And, if they’re not… well, better luck next year.
Amongst the crop of this year’s contestants are Netflix, Survivor, and Love Island stars as well as a few prominent influencers. There are also some accomplished TV hosts and popular comedians.
The contestants will race around the world while battling other teams to gain more followers and win prize money for their chosen charity.
Check out who will be competing on The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition.
Meet the cast of The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition.
Alli Simpson and mum Angie Simpson
Where you know them from: Alli is an actress and singer with over a million followers on Instagram. She is playing alongside mum, Angie, who is the mother popstar, Cody Simpson.
Where you know them from: Bec was thrust into the public eye when she wore a revealing dress to the Brownlow Medals which she attended with her now husband Chris Judd. She’s gone on to carve out a successful career in the media, counting being the host of Postcards and a weather presenter amongst her achievements. She’s also a popular influencer.
What charity they’re competing for: Impatient Advocacy – A Nicole Cooper Foundation.
Dane Simpson and Dad Bow Simpson
Where you know them from: Dane is a popular Australian comedian who’s featured on Channel Ten’s Have You Been Paying Attention?.
Where you know them from:George was on Survivor Brains v Brawn andSurvivor: Heroes v Villains. He’s largely considered one of the greatest strategic players the show has ever seen.
Where you know them from: Grant is one of Australia’s most well-known TV hosts, and lists Sunrise, Family Feud and Million Dollar Minute on his resume and Chezzi is a former TV executive producer and co-host of Chezzi and Grant’s It’s All True Podcast.
Where you know them from: Harrywas the breakout star from season one of Netflix’s Too Hot To Handle, and has racked up over four million Instagram followers since appearing on the show back in 2020. Teddy also has a background in reality TV, he appeared on season one of Love Island Australia.
Where you know them from: Jana has represented Australia twice in the hurdles event at the Olympics and has won 5 World titles and 4 Commonwealth gold medals.
Where you know them from: Peter is one of Australia’s most established comedians, and has appeared on Kath & Kim, Thank God You’re Here and has been the host of Can We Help?.
The Vanderpump Rules season ten reunion has been dubbed the “Superbowl of Reality TV” and part three certainly lived up to the hype.
The almost-hour-long episode finally saw Tom Sandoval and Racquel Leviss take to the stage, where they discussed their affair and was obliterated by their cast-mates.
The final episode for season ten also saw Ariana Maddix confront her friend and ex-boyfriend over their affair, and in true Ariana style, she threw some iconic insults their way.
The backstory
Without knowing what went down between the stars of the show, and why they’re so angry at each other, the reunion episodes are practically jibberish. So, let us get you up to speed.
Scandoval Recap
Sandoval and Ariana were dating for nine years. They own a house together and Ariana recently froze her eggs because Sandoval wanted a family.
Racquel dated James Kennedy for five years and the two were engaged but broke up in December 2021. Ariana and Racquel were close friends.
In March this year, Ariana found an explicit video from Racquel on Sandoval’s phone and discovered that the pair had been having an affair. The Vanderpump Rules reunion was filmed a few weeks later.
Ariana and Racquel at a party. Instagram.
Ariana’s one-liners ranked:
Considering the circumstances, Maddix stayed relatively calm and quiet during the first two parts of the season 10 reunion. However, she changed her tune when Sandoval and Racquel were both on stage together in part three.
Here are some of her most iconic one-liners!
1.” F**k yourself with a cheese grater.”
What happened: Racquel admitted that she encouraged Tom to evaluate whether he really wanted to be in a relationship with Ariana.
“The answer was yes and you had already f***ed him at that point so shut the f*** up,” Ariana responded. “Go f*** yourself with a f***ing cheese grater!”
2. “I hope Charlotte f**king haunts you.”
What happened: As previously mentioned, Ariana’s dog passed away and Racquel comforted her about it. Charlotte is the name of Ariana’s late pup.
3. “You’re a dementor, I know you love Harry Potter.”
What happened: Ariana revealed that she cried in Racquel’s arms after her dog died, and then her ex-friend went and slept with her boyfriend.
What happened: Ariana told Racquel that “selfish” doesn’t begin to describe what she had done.
“Selfish does not f**king cover it, b**ch,” she fired back. “Diabolical, demented, disgusting, subhuman—start getting a better vocabulary to describe your f**king actions because selfish does not f**king cover it.”
5. “It’s an abomination, abort it.”
Ariana at the VPR reunion. Hayu.
In one particularly heart-wrenching scene, Ariana broke down in tears while describing how she felt when she learned about the affair. She then begged the new couple to end their affair.
“I just can’t think of two worse people,” she told them both. “You’re disgusting. You’re gross, this is gross. When is it gonna click that it’s f***ing gross?!”
“It’s an abomination. Abort it,” added Ariana of Sandoval and Racquel’s affair. “It’s so f***ing awful.”
EVERYTHING that went down during the final VPR reunion episode for season 10
A whole damn lot. You can find out what happened in part one and part two of the three-part season 10 reunion here and here.
The final instalment saw the entire cast confront both Racquel and Sandoval together. Some of the most shocking moments included:
Ariana confronted Racquel and said that the word “selfish” doesn’t begin to cover the way she’s acted, and her former friend agreed.
Sandoval and Racquel admitted that they were in love.
Sandoval said that the last time he slept with now ex-girlfriend Ariana, she kept her top on. Here’s the disgusting line in all its glory: “Yeah and she kept her top on, that’s so hot.” EWWW.
Sandoval and Racquel were filmed giggling after the reunion together in the dressing room. Rather than reflecting on the hurt Ariana expressed she’d experienced, Racquel laughed that James told her his new girlfriend was an upgrade.
Racquel said that she asked Sandoval if she could be part of a throuple with him and Ariana.
Racquel admitted that she’d gone to St Louis and met Sandoval’s parents at Christmas.
Racquel revealed that Sandoval asked her to downplay their relationship timeline, but said they’d been lying about how long the affair had been going on, and admitted they hooked up “multiple times” at Scheana Shay’s wedding in August last year.
Racquel admitted that while Ariana was away for a funeral, she slept with Sandoval in the house the former couple share.
Racquel and Sandoval. Hayu.
You can stream the three-part Vanderpump Rules reunion on Hayu.
It’s episode 24 of MasterChef Australia 2023 and the final night of Home Cooks vs Pro Cooks Week.
The three remaining contenders, Brent, Theo and Rue went head-to-head against Serai’s finest – chef Ross Magnaye and his dream team, Shane Stafford and Leandro Miranda.
The cooks started with 75 minutes and after every four minutes, a new cluster of ingredients would be revealed. Cooks could start at any time.
In this challenge, the stakes were high and the clock was ticking. With time shrinking and ingredients multiplying, contestants battled it out to avoid being in Sunday’s elimination.
Team Serai vs Brent, Rue and Theo. Ten
The Cook + Ingredients and Time Revealed
The first set of ingredients was revealed as Pantry Staples including butter, flour, cream and milk with no takers. Next, up were fresh aromatics including ginger, horseradish and garlic plus the staples. Once again there were no takers.
The third cluster was wine and grape-related things including Prosecco, Chardonnay, Shiraz and red grapes. 12 minutes was taken off the clock. Then fresh veggies were revealed including kipfler potatoes, broccoli, carrots and mushrooms, with no takers.
With 59 minutes left to cook, beef was unveiled and Theo decided to take on the challenge with everything that was on offer. Serai chef Leandro also decided to cook.
Theo. Ten
Even though he “should have waited”, Theo chose to make Stuffed Mushroom with Sirloin Steak and Bone Marrow Butter.
Next to be unveiled was fruit and Rue said it was her “time to shine”. She decided to use blueberries and lemon in her dish of Lemon Parfait, Blueberry Lemon Ginger Compote and Blueberry Sorbet with Meringue shards.
A full selection of seaweed was then revealed and with 47 minutes left, quail and quail eggs were on offer. Brent decided to “stay strong”, even after spices were unveiled. Grains were then put on the table and Chef Ross took the bait with 39 minutes to cook.
He started on his Roasted Bone Marrow plus Filipino-inspired Beef Tartae and a Spiced Butter Dressing.
Chef Leandro began making his onion jam and sauteed his mushrooms, while Judge Mel Leong was concerned about the time that Rue had to set all of her components.
Rue. Ten
The Cook — Part Two
With 35 minutes left, Chef Shane grabbed his opportunity when seafood was revealed; however, Brent had still not chosen to start.
Finally, with 31 minutes on the clock, Brent was presented with caviar, the “kind of ingredient that would take my dish to the next level”.
He decided on a Stuffed Zucchini Flower with Scampi and Bug with Seaweed Mayo on the side, while chef Leandro admitted his crush on Judge Mel. Cute!
Chef Ross continued with his spiced butter dressing and with 15 minutes on the clock, Theo was pleased with his steak and mushrooms cooked on the Hibachi grill.
Theo’s steak. Ten.
Meanwhile, Rue was increasingly stressed over her dessert, with Judge Jock Zonfrillo concerned she was “doing too much”. She decided to forget the sorbet.
Over on Brent’s bench, he was worried he’d bitten off more than he could chew.
With eight minutes to go, Brent was going as fast as he could before deciding to “back himself”. Leandro was happy with the way his dish was going and Shane’s dish was also coming together.
Theo then became concerned that he didn’t have enough acidity to balance out his dish and with one minute to go, it was time for Rue to motor!
The Judging
Ross was up first with his Beef Kilawin (Filipino Beef Tartare) and Bone Marrow Butter.
Jock gave him his infamous applause, saying that the bone marrow was “cooked beautifully” and the dish was “delicious”, while Judge Andy Allen said that it was “flat-out cooking” and that it was “an absolute belter”.
Chef Ross’ dish. Ten
Next up, the judges tried Rue’s dessert. She wasn’t happy with what she presented and sweetly self-soothed.
Her dish of Lemon Parfait with Meringue and Blueberry Compote was half-well received, with Jock absolutely loving her compote; however, Andy said she didn’t give herself enough time.
Rue’s dish. Ten
Chef Leandro served his Wagyu Steak with Smoked Bone Marrow Butter and Mushrooms, saying it was “one of my dreams to cook in the MasterChef kitchen”.
Andy called his steak “perfectly cooked” and Jock said the butter “was absolutely delicious”.
Chef Leandro’s dish. Ten
Theo then presented his Wagyu Steak with Stuffed Mushrooms and Bone Marrow Butter; however, was once again worried about the balance of ingredients.
Jock said his steak was “really well done”; however, noted that the acidity was missing. Andy agreed that he’d cooked his protein really well.
Theo’s dish. Ten
Chef Shane was up next, with his Moreton Bay Bug, Palapa Butter and Fruit Salsa.
“It looks like a picture, mate,” Jock said while Andy commented on the delicious aroma.
While it may have looked simple, Jock added that it was so “complex” and “delicious” and Mel said that it was a “casual flex” to have so much flavour.
“It’s a perfect dish,” she said.
Shane’s dish. Ten
Finally, Brent delivered his Stuffed Zucchini Flowers with Scampi and Moreton Bay Bug and Caviar.
Mel called him a “Danger Man” for waiting until the end with Jock also giving him his well-deserved applause.
“This is why it pays off to wait until the end. It’s so good,” he said.
Mel called the texture “bouncy”, bringing a “complexity of flavour” while Andy said: “I loved it”.
Brent’s dish. Ten
The Verdict
The top three dishes were awarded to Brent and Serai chefs, Ross and Shane.
Given that two chefs from the Pros team were victorious, it meant that Brent, Theo and Rue would be going into Sunday’s elimination.
But all was not lost as Brent, who had the least amount of time, delivered “one of the best dishes” he had ever cooked in the MasterChef kitchen!
MasterChef Australia 2023continues at 7.30pm on Thursday, June 8 on 10 and 10Play.
The new Stan Original documentary Revealed:The Cape has all the makings of a great drama – crime, mysterious disappearances, and a small-town love triangle – except, it’s true.
Twenty years on from the disappearance of 36-year-old Bevin Simmonds and his 10-year-old son Brad, The Cape takes a look into what happened in the lead-up to that fateful day, as well as the dramatic aftermath.
Directed by Emmy Award-nominated filmmakers, Michael Ware and Justine A. Rosenthal, the doco is one of four new projects under Stan’s Revealed banner, which is a collection of documentaries and non-fiction investigative content produced by the streaming giant.
“There is so much yet to know, so much unanswered about the events swirling about the morning Bevin and Brad Simmonds vanished off the face of the earth,” Rosenthal said in a statement of the upcoming documentary.
“We hope this film carries their story onwards and brings new vision to an agony that still scars one of Australia’s most rugged, remote, and virtually lawless regions.”
The Cape directors Michael Ware and Justine A. Rosenthal. Stan.
What crime is Revealed: The Cape about?
On June 5, 2003, Bevin and his son Brad Simmonds went out on a fishing boat to the river south of Pormpuraaw to check shark nets and were never seen again. Since their disappearance, no murder weapon, bodies, or even the boat they went out on have ever been found.
Rival fisherman Michael Gater and his mother Joan Betty Gater were charged with the murders of the two males but were acquitted after a two-week trial.
During the hearing, a history of feuds and an affair between Michael and the victim’s wife Cathy Simmonds was uncovered, and to this day the case has never been solved.
In another twist, Bevin’s close friend Brian Dunnett – who vowed to avenge the death of his mate – was found shot dead five years after the initial disappearance.
The area Ben and Brad Simmonds went missing. Stan.
Where can I watch it?
The Cape premieres on June 18 exclusively on Stan.
Is there a trailer?
Yes, there is. You can watch it below:
Stan Original Documentary Revealed: The Cape airs June 18 on Stan.
If you experienced a severe case of deja vu when Sean Wepener popped up on screen in the first episode of FBoy Island, then we’re here to inform you that you’re not going crazy.
It’s not the adult entertainer’s first foray into reality TV, he actually appeared in last year’s season of Heartbreak Island Australia.
Sean was dropped onto the island as a Disruptor, which is basically Heartbreak Island’s answer to Love Island‘s bombshells. The disruptors are sent into the show throughout the season, with the goal of breaking up some of the current couples on a quest to find love.
Meanwhile, Sean has so far played a major part on FBoy Island.
Molly O’Halloran has shown interest in him but was thrown off when he took centre-stage at the first elimination to slam Caleb Duncan over a disgusting comment he’d made about Molly behind her back.
Sean and Molly on F Boy Island. Instagram.
Was Sean a player on Heartbreak Island?
Those who are rooting for Sean on FBoy Island will be pleased to know that Sean was involved in one of the strongest relationships on the show. The (two-time!) reality star originally paired up with a contestant named Ariana. He later ended up finding love with fellow Disruptor Natasha Boon.
Sean and Natasha left the show together and dated briefly in the real world, but ended up splitting up.
Sean and Natasha on Heartbreak Island Australia. Instagram.
Is Sean an FBoy or Good Guy?
None of the remaining contestants on FBoy Island has officially been confirmed to be FBoys or Nice Guys. However, it’s pretty obvious that some of them (like Caleb!) are solely there for the money.
The jury’s still out on Sean. While his career choice of being an adult entertainer does scream FBoy, his actions on the show do suggest that he’s genuinely interested in Molly.
When and where can I watch Sean on FBoy Island?
You can stream FBoy Island on Binge with two new episodes dropping every Monday.
New seasons of Below Deck can be scary; are we going to be stuck with a dud crew for the entire season or can we expect spicy scandals galore?
Well, going by the brand-new trailer for season two of Below Deck Down Under, the new drop looks like it could be one of the wildest of the entire franchise.
Over three minutes of (almost) R-rated antics from the new crew, we see Captain Jason Chambers serve charter guests in a pair of budgie smugglers, and Chief Stew Aesha Scott pretend to give a blow job to a cocktail shaker.
Captain Jason. Bravo
We also watch a late-night firing go down and are informed about a romantic entanglement between five of the crew members.
“So Harry[Van Vliet] likes Margot[Sisson], who likes Luke[Jones], and Laura[Bileskaine] likes Adam[Lukasiewicz] but also wants Luke, it’s a love pentagon,” Aesha explains.
Harry, Margot, Luke, Laura and Adam. Bravo.
Elsewhere in the trailer, Aesha makes it pretty damn clear that this season will centre around booze and partying.
“We get to drink tomorrow!” she excitedly exclaims before the camera cuts to Bosun Luke.
“The first thing I thought of when I got out of bed was money and alcohol,” he tells Aesha.
So, when can we tune in to watch all the shenanigans unfold?
When does Below Deck season two air?
The new season will air on July 17 in the US, with an expected drop for us on the same day, which makes it July 18, on HayU.
Who’s in the crew?
The cast of Below Deck season two is mostly made up of newcomers, with the exception of Chief Stew Aesha and Captain Jason. Aesha actually zipped off to the superyacht to film the season straight after she was evicted on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here Australia.
The two BD veterans will be joined by Bileskaine and Sisson in the interior and Lukasiewicz and Van Vliet on deck.
Jones will take the helm as Bosun and Tzarina Mace-Ralph will be cooking up a storm as the chef.
Where can I watch the trailer?
Right here!
Below Deck Down Under season two airs on Hayu on July 18.
Like the previous episodes, tonight’s will see three contestants cook off against three pros.
However, the spin in tonight’s episode is that Declan, Adi and Cath will compete in a MasterChef blind relay against Louis Tikaram and his Brisbane-based Stanley Restaurant employees Benson Skelton and Mark David Tumacder.
Louis Tikaram and his Stanley Restaurant team. Ten.
In their teams of three, competitors worked together to create one dish; however, would be cooking one after the other, in a relay. The caveat? They aren’t allowed to communicate with the chef before them, so they need to try and predict what the planned dish is.
Fortunately for them, Jock Zonfrillo decided to give the Home Cooks team an advantage and let them pick their order. The MasterChef contestants decided that Declan would cook first, Cath second and Adi last.
As for the Pro Cooks, Andy Allen said: “Chefs, because you guys cook together every day, we’re going to decide your order.”
The Cook
Because Declan was the first cook in his team, he decided what was being served up tonight. He opted for a snapper with “Asian flavours”, which was a questionable choice considering their competitor restaurant specialises in Asian/Cantonese cooking.
“I’ve decided we need to go all out to impress the judges,” he explained.
While Declan prepared the ingredients, the camera cut to the waiting chefs in a yard outside, where Adi finally said what everyone at home was thinking.
“If you guys lose, nothing happens. Whereas if we lose, we’re in the elimination and we could go home. So, you guys could keep us safe, so think about that,” she pointed out.
Adi and Cath with the Stanley chefs. Ten.
Back in the kitchen, Benson began to prepare Team Pro Cook’s meal. Like his rivals, he chose a snapper but he also added tackling a Cantonese-style crispy chicken.
“It is a bit daunting going up against the MasterChef contestants because it is our reputation on the line, so the expectations will be quite high,” Benson said…meanwhile, the Nomad chefs watching at home were (probably) throwing their remotes at their TV.
Declan carefully placed all the ingredients in order on the bench, in an effort to help Cath know what to cook when she took the baton. However, unfortunately, Cath had no idea where to start upon arrival at the bench and began to chop up a basic salad.
Loui stepped up to the kitchen counter second for the Pro Cooks team, and, unlike Cath, it appeared that he telepathically picked up exactly what Benson had set him up to take over.
Both cooks started preparing condiments for their dishes, but it was Cath who wasn’t sure what to put in the sauce.
“I’m not even sure that what I’m doing is what Declan wanted me to do,” a puzzled Cath told the camera.
Ten
Like their first, the Pro Cook’s silent handover was flawless, and Mark picked up exactly where Louis left off. Adi, on the other hand, was shocked at what she was left by Cath, and couldn’t believe that Declan picked an Asian dish to cook.
“We’ve gone with some sort of an Asian flavour today, which I did not want to see. I’m also a bit concerned because I’m not sure where in Asia these flavours are coming from,” she said.
Adi did everything in her power to fix the sauce which she claimed needed “a lot of work”, and steamed the fish before plating up.
The Pro Team faced their first and only problem when Mark discovered that the rice was overcooked. The hiccup was easily fixed when the chef decided to leave the overcooked rice off the final dish.
The Judging
The Pro Cooks from Stanley served up their dishes of Crispy Skin Chicken, Steamed Fish Ginger, Shallot and Asian Greens to the judges, who were absolutely blown away.
Team Pro Cooks dish. Ten.
“I’ve got no faults with any of it, it’s all perfectly executed,” Jock told the chefs and both judges agreed.
“There’s literally no faults in it at all. You’re not trying to reinvent the wheel here, it’s just simple food done at its absolute best,” Andy gushed.
After the rave reviews the Pro Cooks team received, it looked like it was over before the judging even began for the Home Cooks. And, one look at Jock’s confused face while tasting the rice confirmed their suspected fate.
Jock tasting Team Home Cooks dish. Ten.
“Start with the fish, it’s just a tad under,” Andy said. “If this was going to be you trying to take down the lords back there, everything needed to be peaking.”
The Verdict
Unsurprisingly, Team Pro Cooks from Stanley were crowned the “runaway winners” and Declan, Cath and Adi were sent through to compete in Sunday’s elimination.
MasterChef Australia 2023continues at 7.30pm on Thursday, June 8 on 10 and 10Play.
Get ready to bust some moves because Dancing With the Stars is back for 2023! Shining stars, glittery costumes and magical moves are coming to your TV screens for the new season and now we have a premiere date.
A fresh batch of celebs will sizzle and dazzle on the dance floor this season, all for their favourite causes and the coveted DWTS Mirror Ball Trophy.
Hosted once again by Daryl Somers and Sonia Kruger, the new season will premiere at 7 pm Sunday, June 18 on Channel 7 and 7plus.
Daryl Somers and Sonia Kruger. Seven
Once they survive weeks of intense sweat and tears, it’s time to face the music with returning judges Craig RevelHorwood,Sharna Burgess, Todd McKenney, and Mark Wilson.
Who is in the Dancing with the Stars cast this season?
Joining the line-up this year is food critic Matt Preston alongside Olympians Sally Pearson and James Magnussen and Life Uncut podcast superstar and KIISFM radio host Laura Byrne.
Also hitting the floor in the new season are Australian acting royalty Mary Coustas and Pia Miranda, stage and screen stars Virginia Gay and Christie Whelan Browne and Human Nature singing sensation Phil Burton.
Australian Idol icon Paulini, Home and Away‘s Emily Weir and Better Homes and Gardens resident landscaper Charlie Albone will also don dancing shoes, as will AFL royalty Gavin Wanganeen and The Chase Australia’s Supernerd, Issa Shultz.
Dancing with the Stars 2023 line-up. Seven
The Dancing with the Stars 2023 line-up:
Charlie Albone – Better Homes and Gardens Landscaper
Christie Whelan Browne – Actor
Emily Weir – Home and Away Actor
Gavin Wanganeen – AFL legend
Issa Schultz – The Chase Australia Supernerd
James Magnussen – Olympic Medallist
Laura Byrne – Podcaster and radio host
Mary Coustas – Comedian and actor
Matt Preston – Presenter and food journalist
Paulini – Performer
Phil Burton – Singer
Pia Miranda – Actor
Sally Pearson – Olympic Gold Medallist and 7NEWS presenter
Virginia Gay – Actor
Dancing With The Stars premieres at 7.00pm Sunday, 18 June on Channel 7 and 7plus.
It’s episode four of FBoy Island Australia 2023 and we’re once again in Limbro, where Eric and Peroxide Justin’s BFF Joey are already so sick of each other that they’ve drawn a literal line in the sand.
Joey, whose only redeeming quality so far has been to barely open his mouth, was thrilled to see Gossip Kween Mitch, Taco Tuesday Mikey (who now shall be known as “no game” Mikey) and cOnTenT CReaTor Lakshya join the hovel.
Once again we have to hear the bulls**t that Mitch is spouting about stache-boy Vernon and we’re just about ready to bury him in the sand.
Painter Nico is on the warpath about peroxide Justin because “he don’t even like her [Sophie] for a start”. Remember this. This is important sh**.
The Single-date
Today’s single date is not a single date at all. It’s a goddamn three-way and they’re surrounded by phallic foods and edibles that remind you of the vajuj…
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Grand High FBoy Caleb (who has been suspiciously quiet as of late), whoTAF is James, and cOnTenT CReaTor Clay enjoys a beautiful beach BBQ with the three ladies, promptly stripping down for a swim.
GHFB Caleb tells the cameras he’s “workin'” Ziara (there he is), while she decides she’s “really into” his bullsh**t. No girl. No!
Caleb, Molly, Ziara and James. Binge
Meanwhile, Sophie and Clay seem to actually hit it off, especially when he admits he’s a mumma’s boy and WhoTAF is James has one-on-one time with Molly. Unfortunately for him, Molly immediately puts him in the friend zone because she only has eyes for sweet, sweet Nick. James is none the wiser, thinking they are soul mates.
Meanwhile, over in Limbro and at the Resort…
Host Abbie Chatfield joins the disregarded boys in Limbro and like a scene from AA, they say who they are and why they have been shunned.
“Hi, I’m Lakshya and it’s been two days since I last had sex,” cOnTenT CReaTor Lakshya says to which Abbie responds: “Lakshya, you’ve been here three days.” He then oddly admits he’s had sex with a coconut, and his new name of ‘Coconutz Lakshya’ is born….
Over in the Resort, da boiz are living their best lives by sipping cocktails and b**ching about each other…except for whoTAF is Riccardo, who is hitting on the bar staff. LOL. When in Rome as they say….
The Mixer
With the three-way date over, the ladies return to the resort for the Mixer. Ziara says she loves a day drinking sesh and don’t we all…
Molly decides to use the time to confront stache-boy Vernon about his alleged ex-girlfriend and basically, he cons her into believing it was all a lie while telling the cameras it wasn’t… FMAL.
When wandering eyes Riccardo sat down with Molly, he basically described her as his dream girl, which as we know is a huge red flag, because he probably said it to the bartender too…
Da boiz at the mixer. Binge
Once again, painter Nico was hating on peroxide Justin, ready to out him for his f**kery ways, which is rich coming from him…also a FBoy. He then tells Sophie what he’s heard before Sophie takes Justin aside.
Justin says “trust me”, which is code word for “don’t” and Sophie is completely confuzzled. After the whole thing is put to bed, painter Nico unleashes on Justin and they yell at each other before Sophie intervenes.
Meanwhile, Ziara is PISSED that her new bae Izaya took Nico aside and didn’t check to see if SHE was OK and love you, babe, but this wasn’t about you.
Elimination time
After the bonkers Mixer, it was time for the elimination and frankly, we cannot wait to get rid of some of these men.
The girls arrive looking stun; however, Molly is suspiciously glowy… she has a surprise for everyone and we are THRILLED.
Sophie, Ziara and Molly. Binge
When asked how she was feeling, she says: “I’m actually feeling pretty good tonight,” before admitting that she went to the Nice Guy Grotto and brought sweet sweet Nick back with her.
UMMMM WUT?! Is this even allowed?
Firstly, we have questions. Does this mean he wins? But if they get the money, he’s obvi going to split it?! Secondly, GOOD. FOR. HER! You rectify those mistakes, bebe!!!
Nick and Abbie. Binge
After everyone is positively shooketh, it’s time for the womens to choose their bottom two.
Ziara chooses Simon and…. wait for it…Izaya because he didn’t pay her enough attention (relatable, TBF) and Sophie chooses sh*t stirring Nico and peroxide Justin because she doesn’t know who to believe in their whole saga. Molly chooses friend-zoned James and Sir-Flirt-A lot Riccardo, who was…heartbroken?!
COnTenT CReaTor Clay then stands up and tells Molly that Riccardo was hitting on the bar staff and seriously, you cannot make this sh** up. Sophie loves that Clay stood up for Molly which is weird because every time a man stands up for them on this show, they get the ol’ heave ho.
Sophie decides to send Nico home, while Ziara chooses Simon and Molly says goodbye to….wait.
Since Molly welcomed Nick back to the resort, there would now be a double elimination.
“I don’t know about you, but she loves him…she likes him,” James says through ACTUAL TEARS. WHAT THE ACTUAL EFF IS HAPPENING?!
James and Riccardo. Binge
Molly chooses to send them both home, saving sweet sweet Nick in the process.
As for who is an FBoy. Hold onto your goddamn hats because Nico, Simon AND Riccardo were all in it for the money, while in no surprise to anyone, James was a Nice Guy!
What a goddamn sh**tshow and we are LIVING FOR IT!
In a world that’s saturated with reality shows, Million Dollar Island has stepped out of the cookie-cutter template in one big way; there are a whopping 100 contestants competing for the prize money.
The premise of the show is slightly reminiscent of Survivor in the sense that contestants are thrust on a remote island and the last man or woman standing will take home the prize money.
Each contestant on the new reality show is given a bracelet worth $1,000 upon arriving on the island. Throughout the series, they secure as many bracelets as they can to ensure that they win the prize money. The bracelets can be scored by competing in challenges, forming alliances, scheming, and stealing.
Of course, with so many contestants, there are mass eliminations that see multiple players leave at the same time. However, we’ve compiled a list of who we think are the 50 contestants to watch in the first season of Million Dollar Island Australia.
Meet the contestants below:
Karla Piound – 34, NT – Expedition Leader
Sharnie Cocks – 30, QLD – Personal Trainer
Brett Krause – 45, QLD – Environmentalist
Corey Ryan – 35, NSW – P.E. Teacher
Jonathan Jeffrey – 36, NSW – Dancer
Tess Mckenna – 28, WA – Mum of Six
Payton Ellicot – 24, QLD – Retail Worker
Louise Dwyer – 54, NSW – Battler
Dok Mamer – 28, NSW – Influencer
Yasmine Lintvelt – 31, SA – Chiropractor
Jack Carmine – 39, QLD – Painter
Chelsea Campbell – 31, NSW – P.E. Teacher
Dean Clare – 29, VIC – Carpenter
Mike Chapman – 40, NSW – Personal Trainer
Adrian Mowat – 51, QLD – Survival Enthusiast
Georgie Ballas – 47, NSW – Speech Pathologist
Nate Godfrey – 45, SA – Marathon Runner
Sherwin Djamil – 39, NSW – Public Speaker
Daniel Briggs – 23, NSW – Student
Jason Raja – 23, NSW – Supermarket Duty Manager
Jayden Raja – 23, NSW – Supermarket Shelf Stacker
Kyle Linahan – 37, NSW – Musician/Model
Jordan Butler – 21, NSW – Concrete Pump Operator
Krupi Kapadia – 32, NSW – Fashion Designer
Kylie Ferriday – 40, QLD – Artist
Matt Apps – 22, ACT – Nurse
Mick Bender – 25, QLD – Wildlife Business Owner
Olivia Goder – 34, VIC – Sports Teacher
Simon Khalil – 37, NSW – Dentist
Sarah Green – 22, NSW – Horse Wrangler
Alfa Alkaram – 29, VIC – Traffic Management
Alice Litzow – 24, QLD – Go Karter
Brock Briffa – 23, NSW – Hardware Store Manager
Peter Palmer – 37, NSW – Rugby Coach
Taize Taylor – 29, NSW – Pilot
Breanna Jackson – 27, NSW – Solicitor
Maxine Champion – 27, NSW – Dancer
Ryan Weepers – 36, QLD – YouTube Entrepreneur
Karl Di Falco – 31, VIC – Strength Coach
WatchMillion Dollar Island from June 12 on Channel 7 and 7plus.
Casting has only just opened for MasterChef season 16, and interested Aussies can throw their hat in the ring by heading to the casting call on their website.
Jamie Oliver and Grace Jupp. Instagram.
What’s the application process like?
There’s a lengthy set of rules outlining who can and can’t apply. Those looking to compete on MasterChef must not have any formal tertiary or other professional cooking qualifications acquired in the last 10 years, and it’s stressed that those with any previous professional or semi-professional kitchen experience aren’t eligible.
Applicants are encouraged to send through a video that’s between one and three minutes in length that includes a general introduction, displays their kitchen skills, and describes what food and cooking mean to them.
Once hopefuls fill in their contact details, they will be taken to a page that has a lengthy questionnaire. Amongst the questions, applicants are asked to detail what their signature dish is, what the hardest/most exciting cooking situation they’ve been in is, and who their top five cooking idols are.
MasterChef 2023 contestants. Instagram.
When do applications close?
Casting is currently open and closes on August 13 at 11:59pm.
When does filming take place?
Applicants must be available for approximately 30 weeks between October 2023 and May 2024. There will be a filming break over the Christmas and New Year’s period.
MasterChef Australia 2023continues on 10 and 10Play.
It’s MasterChefAustralia 2023 episode 22 and it’s the second round of this week’s Home Cooks vs Pro Cooks challenge.
The task has seen a different set of MC contestants cook off against a trio of pro chefs each night this week. The “Home Cooks” Grace, Rhiannon, and Antoniowon the previous challenge against Nomad chefs, but can Team MasterChef clinch the victory again?
After greeting the contestants, MasterChef judges Jock Zonfrillo, Melissa Leong, and Andy Allen handed out chips that determined that Ralph, Malissa, and Phil were heading into tonight’s challenge.
The contestants were informed that they were cooking off against Head Chef Nick Holloway and his team, Mel Schouten and Chris Verinder, from Nu Nu in Palm Cove. However, the challenge was slightly different from the previous one.
Nick Holloway and his team, Mel Schouten and Chris Verinder, from Nu Nu. Ten.
Even though it was technically Pressure Cook night, both teams of chefs were informed that they will be tasked with replicating meals by renowned chef Khanh Nguyen from Aru and Sunda.
The Cook
When Kahn revealed his three-course menu that Ralph, Malissa, Phil, Nick, Mel, and Chris were all challenged to recreate, it was obvious that the required skill level was high.
The entree was Macadamia Tofu with Prawns, Tamarind, and Lemon Myrtyle Broth that Malissa and Nick volunteered to tackle.
For the main, Nick and Chris took on a Wagyu Rendang Pie with Vietnamese Satay and Pickled Daikon Radish.
Mel and Ralph were on Dessert, and they had to recreate Kahn’s Ice Cream Sandwich with Davidson Plum and a Salted Waffle.
Macadamia Tofu. Ten.
At the end of the cook, each dish would be compared to its competitor, and the team that won the most courses would be victorious. For the Pro Chefs, that doesn’t mean much more than bragging rights, but for the Home Cooks, it meant that they would be safe from Sunday’s elimination.
Chris and Phil started cooking first because of the complexity of their meals. Next out of the gate was Malissa and Nick, and lastly Ralph and Mel were allowed to start on their desserts.
Shortly after everything kicked off, Phil faced his first major problem. However, he was actually oblivious to the mishap and it was fellow contestant Brent who spotted the blunder while speculating from above.
“I’m a bit worried about Phil. I think that he might have missed a step. Phil’s put all the spices straight in the mixer but he didn’t blitz them. So, I’ll tell you what, for a guy that doesn’t like spice, there’s gonna be some spice,” he said.
Meanwhile, Melissa and Nic were both aware of how important it was to nail their ingredients in order for their tofu to set like Khan’s. However, Nick did exactly what he didn’t want to do, and messed up with his setting agent.
“I’ve jumped a step, I’ve added the two thickening agents before straining,” he explained.
Nick had no choice but to start again; however, he faced another problem when there weren’t enough macadamia nuts for a remake. The head chef had to improvise and poured part of his old mixture into his new mould and hoped that the tofu wouldn’t be too stiff.
Nick poured the mixture back. Ten.
Back at the mains station, Phil was still in a bit of a tizzy over his spice mistake, and judges Kahn and Jock noticed his neglect to blitz. Phil tried to rectify his mistake by passing the curry through a sieve in an effort to remove the chunky parts and then blitzing those with a handheld blender.
“This definitely won’t fix it, but I’ve just got to get it as close as now, there’s nothing else I can do,” Phil said.
Over at desserts, Malissa had no problem pressing out a perfect waffle and popping together her parfait; however, the last few mins of the cook saw a number of disasters. Malissa’s tofu wasn’t set, Phil cooked his pie on the top shelf of the oven which caused burnt edges, and Ralph’s waffle was burnt around the edges.
Ralph’s waffle. Ten.
The Judge
First up was Malissa and Nick whose dishes looked dramatically different from one another. Malissa’s tofu was extremely soft while Nick’s was very firm.
Malissa’s Tofu. Ten.
“I think we’ve both managed to get either end of the scale, mine’s probably a little burnt and I just hope I’ve done it justice,” Nick said to Malissa in front of the judges.
Jock, Melissa, Andy, and Kahn weren’t impressed that the tofu, which was meant to be the star of Malissa’s dish, wasn’t set, while their reviews of Nick’s final product were fairly favourable.
Next, Phil and Nick presented their pies to be judged. While Phil’s looked quite presentable, Jock wasn’t impressed with the taste.
“Phil, pastry problems for him it is just really dry,” he said. “The filling itself is much more spicy than your one was.”
However, the recipe creator Khan said that he liked the extra spice.
“I’ve gotta go home and fix my recipe now,” he joked.
But, Phil’s spicy pie was clearly outshone by Chris’ dish. Kahn raved about the chef’s pastry and all three judges agreed that he did “really, really well”.
Upon first glance at Mel and Ralph’s desserts, Mel’s clearly looked far cleaner and more aesthetically pleasing. However, she started voluntarily critiquing her cook and pointing out numerous flaws to the judges.
Mel’s Waffle. Ten.
“My Davidson plum puree. I don’t know whether I needed to blend it more or something because when I did the squiggle it sort of hit a couple of bumps and doesn’t look as good as it could,” she told the judges, for no particular reason.
She added that her waffle had a “couple of holes in it”.
Despite Mel’s harsh judgment of her own dish, the judges loved it and said that it closely resemble Kahn’s. They were disappointed in Ralph’s on the other hand and said that his waffle wasn’t as “crunchy as it should be”.
The Verdict
Unfortunately for Ralph, Malissa and Phil, the chefs from Nu Nu completely wiped the floor with them. They were awarded best entree, main, and dessert, and the trio of Masterchef contestants was sent through to the elimination on Sunday.
MasterChef Australia 2023continues at 7.30pm on Tuesday, June 6 on 10 and 10Play.
It’s episode three of FBoy Island Australia 2023 and we have landed ourselves in Limbro, where the ultimate FBoys must atone their worst traits and it’s clear after precisely two minutes that not one of these guys GAF about penitence.
Meanwhile, over in the Grotto — which we didn’t know existed until this very moment — our sainted “Nice Guys” are enjoying luxury comforts, proving that good men don’t always finish last.
Over in the lady’s villa, the girls reflect on the “intense” elimination from the night before when Molly sent Joey packing. Sophie was understandably confused over peroxide Justin losing his emotional mind, now concerned that he too, was an FBoy.
Ziara admits she has the “ick” over #dadshoes Darcy and is like WTAF over pro-Bballer Cory who “gives off major possessive vibes”, while Molly continues to pine over sweet, sweet Nick, whom she sent home during episode one.
It’s time to turn the heat UP
Proving they have the minds of a toddler, who tf is Riccardo, GHFB Caleb and painter Nico engage in a half-naked pillow fight.
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Thankfully, it’s time for a wholesome group date (lol), where host Abbie Chatfield reveals they will be playing a little game called Kiss, Pie, Date (“The PG version of F**k, Marry, Kill”). But there was a twist absolutely no one in the universe saw coming. INTRUDERS!
The “dick-to-chick” ratio grew with the introduction of cOnTenT CReaTor Lakshya, “I would f**k myself if I could” Simon, “sensitive” tatt-faced Chris and “wink because I’m lying about being a nice guy” Vernon.
Basically, not one of the existing men was intimidated by the new gronks who had landed, and the show continued on with its pissing contest.
During Kiss, Pie, Date, Intruder Simon admitted he’d had sex in a cave (?!) while #dadshoes Darcy said he’d fornicated in a wine cellar and GHFB Caleb got intimate in a closet during Thanksgiving. Ziara chose to date Caleb, kiss Simon and pie Darcy.
Then there was a disclaimer. “We were going to show you the rest of the game but it went on for a long time. Like, a very long time.”
The mixer
After the complete waste of time that was the Pie Game, it was time for the mixer and all da boiz eagerly waited to see who the three ladies would “steal away for a chat”.
Peroxide Justin was fully “pissed off” by the intruders coming in because even though he is an absolute FBoy, appaz he has developed feelings for Sophie. Molly and ol’ stache face Vernon began to hit it off before “between jobs” Mitch became Gossip Kween Mitch.
Apparently, Gossip Kween Mitch had matched with a girl on Tinder prior to coming onto the show and when they began an Insta DM exchange, she revealed that she had recently broken up with her boyfriend because he was going on FBoy Island. Oh, and his name was Vernon. Lel.
With zero hesitation, Mitch tells EVERYONE and we hear the story at least 3750 times throughout the episode.
Vernon and Darcy. Binge
Unbeknownst to Molly, she asks stache boy Vernon on a single date, while Ziara chooses “hot name” Izaya and Sophie chooses Brit Benny.
The single dates
The next day, all is put to the side as the ladies go on their single dates.
First up is Ziara and “hot name” Izaya who are having a beach picnic in the coolest sand chair. They get along juuuuuust fine and make out. A lot.
Izaya and Ziara. Binge
Sophie and Brit Benny are up next and they are making an Eggplant and Peach Salad. Seriously, we’re questioning if these ingredients even go together, but we appreciate the euphemism.
Benny and Sophie. Binge
Finally, Molly and stache boy Vernon go for a drive on the sand in what we think is a Rav 4. (We’re not car people. We don’t know.) Vernon seems to win Molly over with a little titbit about being named after his grandfather and since we thought he was named after the Harry Potter character, this makes more sense.
Elimination
Finally, it’s time to get rid of three more idiots from this godforsaken island.
Painter Nico grins like a Cheshire cat before Sophie chooses him and Gossip Kween Mitch as her bottom two. Ziara chooses cOnTenT CReaTor Lakshya and pro-Bballer Cory while Molly chooses Taco Tuesday Mikey and male entertainer Sean.
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Once again Gossip Kween Mitch tells errrrryone the story about Vernon and Molly says they need to have a chat before Sophie questions Mitch if he still has any of the apps and he says, “yeh, well they’re still on my phone”. Cool.
Mikey, Mitch and Laksyha all get the boot, with every single one of them admitting they’re an FBoy. Shocker.
“Get back on those apps,” Abbie tells them, and please don’t, sincerely the single women of Australia.
It’s episode two of Parental Guidance Australia season two and host Ally Langdon and Dr Justin Coulsonwelcome back Honest, Outback, Gentle, and Lighthouse parents to the spotlight as the other parents give their feedback.
“Welcome to the Game of Thrones of parenting,” Ally says.
Challenge 1 — Playground Bullying
The parents now have a new “triggering” challenge on their hands. Bullying in the playground. This time, they need to give their children the confidence to stand up against it.
According to Dr Justin, seven out of 10 kids will face bullying, with 85% of incidents watched by bystanders during their schooling. And, in this exercise, the kids were accompanied by a Nanny to the park, where two child actors began taunting them and the aim was to see if the kids have been taught to intervene.
Levi, eight, whose parents promote Gentle parenting “nailed it”, while Billy, 10, Honest Kat’s daughter, stood up to the bully, without engaging. Then, it was time for Pepper,10, from the Lighthouse family who told the girls not to fight.
“Empower your kids to look at the other person and say that’s ‘not OK’,” Dr Justin Said.
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Finally, it was Wyatt, 9, who had to face the bullies, with Outback mum Tency saying that a “good smack in the face will pull them up pretty quick”.
Wyatt didn’t engage with the bullies either. You go, Wyatt!
Tency then defended her comments, saying that it was a “last resort” to fight physically with David supporting her.
Parenting style spotlight — Gentle Parents
Next, Dr Justin and Ally unpack the Gentle Parenting style, discovering its world of validating emotions and encouraging children to express themselves.
“Gentle parenting is based on compassion and kindness, with no yelling and no punishment. Children are empowered and treated with total patience. The aim is to raise kids who are empathic and calm and who have self-control,” Dr Justin said.
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Marcus, 34, and Larissa, 33, try to practice “a lot of patience” when parenting Levi, eight, Seanna, six, Amos, four and Caleb, two.
In particular, Marcus grew up in a household where the kids had no say in anything and Larissa said that the kids get “freedom but they have love no matter what”.
When it was time for the Focus Group to give their feedback, Stage Parent Sarah asked whether the parents show emotions in front of the kids, concerned they don’t show their kids that; however, Larissa said they do.
Unstructured parent Melody then questioned whether it would be hard for the kids to “function” outside the home when they’re “so natured”, and Larissa said they wouldn’t behave like that.
“I know why. It’s because the people looking after your kids outside the home are more authoritative than you, so they know their place,” Sarah said.
Sarah. Nine
Challenge 2 — Lost in a crowd
The Focus Parents then take to a busy shopping centre for a seemingly innocent retail therapy expedition, which rapidly becomes a rescue mission when they are separated from their children. The aim was to see if they had had an important conversation with their children about what to do if they are lost.
Honest parent Kat took Billy and son Jesse on a shopping trip where Billy was held away from Kat by a producer. While Jesse began to panic, Kat remained calm.
Billy and Kat. Nine
Spiritual parent Deepak was impressed by how Kat reacted, handling both situations at once.
Then it was the Lighthouse family’s turn. Sammy and Jason took all four kids to the centre; while Jude, six, went “missing”. Sammy asked 10-year-old Pepper to look after two-year-old Jude, while they found him.
Then Tency and David took their sons Wyatt, Clancy and Vance shopping, while Vance disappeared. The parents went straight to the desk for help and Vance knew that he should also ask security if he couldn’t find them.
The Focus Parents were also impressed by how the Lighthouse family remained “calm” and “work as a team”.
Finally, it was time for the Gentle Parents and this time Seanna, six, was the one to be misplaced. The parents remained calm and the family went looking for her. Seanna spoke to an older woman, which is what Larissa and Marcus had told her to do previously.
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Larissa and Marcus also revealed that they had lost their first daughter, Ariella, unexpectedly, just before she was born. They admitted it had “impacted” the way they now parent.
Dr Justin said that parents should write their phone numbers on their kid’s arms.
Parenting style spotlight — Outback Parents
The Outback Parents then provided a glimpse into their lives away from the bustling cities. While they cherish the freedom that their lifestyle offers their children, they also emphasised the importance of setting strict expectations and administering tough consequences.
We saw Wyatt, nine, drive a truck while also learning to shoot a gun, something they use for survival on a farm.
Unstructured parent Melody called the gun use “confronting”, but David defended the practice.
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However, it was a heated debate about “smacking”, which caused chaos within the Parent Lounge, with differing opinions on the acceptability of physical punishment in certain situations.
“One that you can hear and feel,” David said of how he smacks his kids. “It’s only a smack.”
Dr Justin said that you need to “physically remove” a child from a situation, rather than hit them.
Challenge 3 — Resilience under pressure
Finally, the children faced one of the most common fears of all kids — heights. The challenge prompted the Focus Parents to decide whether to push their children to overcome their fears or to allow their kids the autonomy to make their own choices.
“Convince your child to complete the ultimate leap of face,” a text message read.
Larissa and Marcus try to get Levi to jump; however, he says he doesn’t want to do it. Larissa then tells him that he is going to be put in a harness and that he “will fly”…and he did it!
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Then the Outback parents tried to convince Clancy to jump. Using the same technique as the Gentle parents, Clancy says he’ll give them $20 to do it! They chose to apply a little bit more pressure, telling him he had to do it, but he got really upset.
Tency and David said they pushed a little too hard and were upset watching it back.
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The Focus Parents were praised for their parenting style.
Next up was the Lighthouse family with six-year-old Jude saying he will be “smart, brave, kind and strong” and Pepper whispering to him that “fear is temporary”.
Sammy and Jason’s technique worked and Jude managed to jump!
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Lastly, Honest Kat’s Jesse was set to jump from the platform.
“I feel like I’m going to die,” he said; before agreeing to do it.
With a lot of encouragement from down below and a few false starts, Jesse jumped!
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Kat’s Honest approach worked out yet again and everyone was pleased with how the Lighthouse parents supported Jude.
The Verdict
As the episode concludes, the moment of truth arrived with only one parenting style chosen to proceed to the final stage.
Kat, our Honest parent was named and it was tears all round!
Parental Guidance Australia 2023 continues on Monday, June 12 on 9 and 9Now.
It’s MasterChefAustralia 2023 episode 21 and things have been switched. Rather than heading into a challenge that will see one contestant sent to a Pressure Cook Elimination, every remaining competitor will face off against a professional chef.
MasterChef judges Jock Zonfrillo, Melissa Leong and Andy Allen informed the contestants that they will be split into teams of three, and those teams will battle it out in the kitchen with a trio of pros.
The new challenge is called Home Cooks vs Pro Cooks challenge and the cook-offs will play out all week.
The contestants pick tokens from a bag, and Grace, Rhiannon and Antonio all pull out a green one, meaning that they’ll be up to cook today.
The Cook
The first Home Cooks vs Pro Cooks challenge saw the cooks face off against Jacqui Challinor and her team from hatted Sydney restaurant Nomad. All six chefs were tasked with cooking dishes using only ingredients from a mystery box.
If a home cook wins the best dish of the day, then they will all be safe from elimination. However, the judges point out that even if Grace earns immunity, she will still need to take part in Sunday’s elimination because she skipped last week due to being sick.
When the six competitors lift the lids on their mystery boxes, they discover they have sand crab, a pork chop, pineapple, fennel, jerk beans, Rossella, watercress, betel leaves and Hello Panda biscuits.
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Nomad’s Sous Chef Lakhan originally decided to make an olive oil and betel leaf parfait, but his nerves quickly got the better of him.
“I am a bit nervous. It’s just the pressure of working in a new place. I can really feel the pressure, I can feel it in me now,” he told the camera.
Later in the cook, he neared disaster when his cream split.
“I put betel leaves into my cream so it was a bit hot and then I had to chill it down completely but it’s still a bit warm. I’m a bit stressed, the creams not whipping fast enough. I need to crank the speed up, I feel my heart sinking a bit,” he said.
Thinking on the spot, he decided to pivot and switched his dish slightly to make a Parfait with Rosella and Pineapple. Meanwhile, the judges were perplexed over Grace’s choice to make a betel leaf tempura to hold her pork.
“Is it going to be stable enough? You’re going to have to get it suuuper crispy,” Andy said.
But, Grace wasn’t intimidated. She knew that she was going to elimination on Sunday regardless, so she figured she might as well give today’s cook her all.
“Either way I’m going to be in the elimination cook so it’s an all-or-nothing day for me,” she explained.
Meanwhile, Rhiannon was busy making a Fennel Icecream and Upside Down Caramelised Pineapple Cake with Candied Fennel and Fresh Pineapple and Nomad’s head chef Brendan chose a BBQ Pork Chop with Burnt Pineapple Salsa dish.
During the cook, we didn’t see much of Antonio or Jacqui, but as the latter plated up her beautiful Crab Salad at the end of the challenge, it looked as though she could be the one to beat.
The Judging
Time was up and all six cooks were ready to be judged. First up was Rhiannon with her dessert and Andy was over the moon with her dish.
“Oh my god, flavour,” he exclaimed and Melissa agreed. “You’re a master of flavour.”
Lakan was concerned that his pivot from his original dish of Olive Oil and Betel Leaf Parfait may have hurt his chances. However, his worries were unfounded as all three judges loved his dish, with Jock’s only note that a “touch more of acidity” could have boosted his dish.
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Antonio presented his Pineapple and Fennel Sorbet with Rosella Jam and Watercress Crumble. According to Jock, his dish wasn’t up to scratch with the judging calling the texture of the jam “terrible”.
Jacqui’s Crab Salad was stunning, and the judges agreed that the taste was as good as the visual.
“I think the delicious part here is making it somewhere between rich and decadent with the brown butter and zingy and sharp with the vinegar from the jerk beans,” he said. “I think you’ve made a serious play for the win today.”
Brendan’s BBQ Pork Chop with Burnt Pineapple Salsa and Fennel Puree also received great feedback from the judges, and with three rave reviews, it looked like it would be hard for the contestants to beat Team Nomad.
However, Grace’s Tempura Betel Leaf with Pork, Pineapple and Rosella Sauce and Salsa threw things into disarray.
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“Oh my god, you’ve nailed it,” Jock told her. Mellisa added: “You are on fire. Absolutely amazing.”
Andy said that the Tempura Betel Leaf choice was the “second faultless dish that we’ve got today”. Which was a comment that Jacqui from Nomad didn’t look too happy about.
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The Verdict
The judges narrowed down their favourite dish from each team. For the MC cooks, it was Grace’s Tempura Betel Leaf with Pork and Jacqui’s Crab Salad.
Jock said that while both dishes were “technically flawless”, Grace’s dish excited the judges more, and awarded her the win.
That meant that her teammates, Antonio and Rhiannon were saved from Sunday’s elimination. But, despite winning the challenge, Grace would still have to compete on Sunday because she was sick last elimination.
MasterChef Australia 2023continues at 7.30pm on Tuesday, June 6 on 10 and 10Play.
Get ready to take cover! The drama with Stunning Organics is far from over on Home and Away with an explosion set to go off during the June 6 episode of Australia’s favourite soap opera, and AngelinaThomson’s Kirby is right in the thick of it.
While icon Marilyn (Emily Symons) may have started it with her feud against that fictitious brand, it’s Kirby who receives the package and begins playing hot potato with the explosive all through Summer Bay!
“It’s going to be a huge episode,” Thomson told Chattr prior to the release of the instalment. “As the episode goes on and as the story develops, the bomb gets exchanged amongst many hands.”
The bomb will then make its way through homes, the infamous Morgan House and even the Surf Club — you know the one — one of the most recognisable hotspots in the whole series.
“There are so many people that could be involved in this explosive episode,” she said. “It’s going to shake up the Bay!”
And while we don’t yet know who, the promos for the episode suggest someone “won’t come home”!
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What will the ramifications be for Summer Bay?
If you thought touching our beloved Surf Club was already dramatic enough, the ramifications of the explosion will be even worse.
“There is definitely a lot of trauma that comes from this whole experience of Stunning Organics and it’s not the end of the line for the company either with this big explosion. It’s the bottom of one mountain and then the beginning of another one,” Thomson admitted.
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But there is a bright side for the 26-year-old actor and that was working alongside Symons every day.
“It’s actually been such a gift to be able to work with Emily,” she said. “Being able to do this storyline and get to know and hang out with Emily so much more has been such a treat.”
Thomson could also say the same for her other co-stars.
“Sometimes it gets super intense but it’s always good because you have people around you that are very supportive and on your side. It does feel like a team, that’s for sure.”
Angelina Thomson says it’s an “honour” to represent her culture on-screen
A proud Cook Island Australian, Thomson feels fortunate to be able to represent the Polynesian Islands on national television.
“Being able to represent my culture when I didn’t get to see that growing up feels like it was exciting, but also heartbreaking,” she admitted. “It’s an honour to be able to represent my culture — and not just from the Cook Islands, all of Polynesia, anyone who is a person of colour, to be able to see themselves represented is something that I didn’t get to see often growing up.
“That is, something I hold in high regard, that I find is a privilege and it is so important, and it’s always my motivation, to be that for other people.”
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As for getting a role in the long-running drama? She always knew she would.
“I remember being like, ‘I could do that’,” the actor, who has been playing Kirby for the past year revealed. “Even when I got older, I remember really feeling I was like, one day ‘I’m going to be on that show’.
“I didn’t know in what capacity it was going to look like…but I’m going to be on Home and Away whether anyone likes it or not.”
Home and Away’s explosive episode airs at 7.00 pm on June 6 on 7 and 7Plus.
