In a post-elimination interview, Beau said that he believes that his limited inclusion was due to the fact that his dishes were neither mind-blowing nor the least impressive.
“If you look at the start, especially, there are 24 contestants and they showed the top dishes and the bottom dishes, and I just kept myself safe, week after week, in the middle ground,” he said
Beau added that he thinks his relaxed personality also played into why other contestants are featured on the show more than he is.
“You probably didn’t hear much from me too, because I’m not an overly dramatic person. I didn’t stress out,” he said. “I was just very calm and level-headed, and the dishes kind of reflect that as well. So I just hit the middle ground.”
Beau Cook with judge Jean-Christophe Novelli on MasterChef Australia. Image: Ten.
Beau reveals the advantage of his lack of screen time
Beau featured on our screens minimally in the first three episodes of MasterChef Australia 2025, and wasn’t shown saying a word in episodes 4 and 5.
The lack of coverage caused some online commotion, with Facebook groups and Reddit threads asking why he wasn’t being shown.
Beau told Chattr that his lack of screen time actually worked to create some buzz about who he is and what he cooks.
“I think that little bit of healthy tension at the start has really done me a favour, because people were waiting for stuff, and then when I did appear, I was, like, smashing it,” he explained.
However, Beau added that he was inundated with questions from people he knew about why he wasn’t featured prominently on the cooking show.
“I copped a lot of that, and especially the first couple of weeks, because people don’t understand — especially family and friends — that it’s a big group, like 24 people, and it’s an hour long, so you can’t include everyone. You really either have to be at the top or at the bottom. So I did have to try and explain that a lot,” he said.
Beau added that he believes that his best dishes were included on the show.
MasterChef Australia airs on Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.
Mia Fevola will make her Dancing with the Stars(DWTS)debut on Sunday, June 13, and she’s following in the footsteps of her famous parents Alex and Brendan Fevola, who’ve both competed on the dancing show before.
Photographer and makeup artist Alex was the first of the Fevolas to hit the dance floor when she competed in Season 10 back in 2010 and placed third. Mia’s dad and former AFL player Brendan took to the stage in 2012, and came fourth.
Now that it’s Mia’s turn, she told Chattr that both of her parents gave her invaluable advice when she signed up for Dancing with the Stars 2025.
“Both of them had an incredible experience of Dancing with the Stars, and they both said it was one of the best it was one of the best things that they’d ever done, and they wish they could do it again,” she said.
Mia Fevola (far right) with her mum Alex (second from right), sisters, and dad Brendan (far left). Image: Instagram.
“They said to just really try to experience everything you can in the show and throw yourself into it completely. Try not to have any reservations.”
Mia explained that her mum helped her battle her nerves by advising her to adopt a stage persona when performing in front of the judges.
“My mum told me to make sure that I leave Mia at the door, and when I step onto the dance floor, I really step into that character. That really helped me, because nerves were something that I really, really struggled with — and so did my mum when she did the show — so it was really good to have her advice.
“It was really good to have both of my parents who understood, because you can’t really talk to many people about it, because it’s such a unique experience.”
Mia with her dance partner Gustavo Viglio on DWTS. Image: Instagram.
Mia is so grateful for the support from both of her parents while she was on Dancing with the Stars
Mia revealed that competing on Dancing with the Stars was a life long dream of hers, and said she was thrilled when she was presented with the opportunity.
“I think it was sort of a natural progression, given that both of my parents have done the show. It was something that I always wanted to do growing up watching the show, and I always hoped the opportunity would come my way, and so when it did, I knew I had to grab it while I could,” she said.
Mia with the Dancing with the Stars 2025 cast. Image: Instagram.
While she consistently battled with nerves during her performances, the model and influencer told Chattr that having her parents’ support helped her feel more confident.
“My mum and my sister came to every episode that they could get to, and then my dad came to a few between his work schedule. They were amazing, they were coming back and forth from Sydney as much as they possibly could to support me,” she explained.
Dancing with the Stars airs on Sundays at 7pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
It’s been plainly obvious to viewers that there’s been one MasterChef Australia 2025 contestant getting the least amount of screen time; Beau Cook.
While contestants like Laura Sharradand Callum Hann have been front and centre this Back to Win season, Beau has mostly flown under the radar. However, he’s started turning heads with some seriously impressive dishes in recent episodes, earning the firefighter a bit more screen time.
“I would also love to see Beau make it to the end because he’s been pretty quiet on the show with what’s been aired. But I also know how much of a great cook he is,” she said.
“Beau is just a great country bloke, man. He is one of the most chillest people ever. I got along with him like a house on fire. He’s just really lovely. And he did put up a lot of great dishes.”
Samira added that she thinks viewers may get to see more of Beau in the coming weeks, and touched on the fact that she wasn’t given much screen time at the start of the season.
“I feel it as well, because in the beginning — the first four to six weeks — I didn’t air as much on the screen. He’s got some different cultural cuisines, and he’s done a really great job. Obviously, you’ve got to be good to last, and I really hope he gets more air time where it shows his abilities and what he can do,” she said.
Eliminated contestant Tim Bone on Beau’s lack of screen time
Samira isn’t the only MasterChef Australia 2025 contestant who’s noticed Beau’s lack of presence on the show. Eliminated contestant Tim Bonegushed about the home cook and was baffled about the fact that he’s rarely been shown.
“He’s just amazing, whereas I’m always a twist of nerves and anxiety, he’s the most chilled bloke. He’s just floats in and never seems to get stressed, but he’s starting to put up some really great dishes where, — we haven’t seen much of him yet — but he’s just a good country lad and that’s his style of cooking as well.”
Beau cooking on MasterChef. Image: Ten.
Fans on social media want to see more of Beau Cook on MasterChef Australia
Towards the beginning of the season, a Reddit thread was created asking about Beau’s lack of airtime during episodes.
“We are 10 episodes in and haven’t seen this guy once. Imagine your family and friends waiting to see you on TV again, and they just don’t show you for 10 episodes!!” One person wrote.
Another commented, “I think they have staged him as a sleeper mystery. My wife and I noticed the non-Beau from the start. We keep getting random shots of him, and I [noticed] that in recent episodes he got a word or two. Given that he was always one of the wittiest and interesting contestants, and also given the recent really interesting update on his choices of career, I predict that he will soon burst fully into and onto the scene.”
A third said, “I hate it that they hyper-focus on some and completely ignore others.”
Even Beau took to Instagram to express his frustration about not having his dishes shown during the early episodes.
Beau’s Instagram story.Beau’s Instagram story.
It sounds like everyone (including Beau) agrees — we all want to see more of him on MasterChef Australia!
While MAFS sees the couples shack up together in a city apartment, attend weekly Dinner Parties with the rest of the cast, the Stranded on Honeymoon Island pairs live together on a deserted island, and meet up with the other contestants at Couples Cove.
But, despite the parallels between the two reality TV shows, bride Amy Dickinson tells Chattr that she believes Stranded on Honeymoon Island is actually better than the ratings juggernaut that is MAFS.
“I think it’s better because it’s a format that hasn’t really been done before [in Australia]. With MAFS, you know what to expect, whereas with Honeymoon Island, it’s new.
“It’s not only going to be new here for the viewer, but it was new for us as well. So everything was a surprise. Everything that happened was super organic, all of our reactions to things.
“It’s just this raw take on finding love, and it’s so stripped back, it’s so real, it’s so authentic. I just think it’s something that’s so different to what we’ve seen before.”
Amy and Mike on Stranded on Honeymoon Island. Image: Seven.
Why Amy believes the Stranded on Honeymoon Island format works
The premise of Stranded on Honeymoon Island involves six couples being isolated separately on deserted beaches for three weeks, in the hope that they’ll build a strong relationship.
Amy told Chattr that the challenge of being plonked somewhere so remote encourages the couples to work together to overcome obstacles.
“You really only have each other, so you’re forced to problem solve together, navigate the experience together. You really have to use teamwork and rely on each other and trust each other,” she explained.
“You get stripped from all of the things, like worrying about wearing makeup in front of someone and putting on an act, or keeping up appearances, all of that is stripped away from you, so you become very raw and very honest very quickly, and you see each other’s faults very quickly, because obviously you’re in an environment that really tests you. “
She added that it’s a good way to “fast-track a relationship” and to find out if you are meant for each other.
“You also don’t have distractions of still dating someone, and still being on the dating apps and wondering if there’s someone better out there. I think we just have so many options these days, and you can really get decision fatigue, whereas this makes you really invest in that one relationship and really see if it can work.”
Bring on the drama!
Honeymoon Island airs Mondays and Tuesdays at 7:30pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
Summer Bay star Kyle Shillinghas traded his surfboard for some shiny dance shoes on Dancing With The Stars, and with his rigorous training schedule, he had to take a break from Home and Away. The talented actor plays Mali Hudson on the soap, and fans will certainly miss him while he’s absent.
“I think it’s great for my career, you know, it’ll showcase more skill sets that I have,” Kyle tells Chattr. “I am willing to learn more and do more within my career. So it was a no-brainer. As much as it was tough, it was a lot of fun as well.”
He says he gave “110 per cent” to Dancing With The Stars, so by leaving Home and Away, he was able to make sure his mind was focused on the task at hand. While he confirms he’s now back filming in Summer Bay, he has thought about how he would want to see his character leave the show.
“I think I’d love to do something very dramatic [but] not die,” he spills. “I think something very dramatic where maybe I go missing, and then it comes back that I’ve been leading a double life all the time, type of thing, you know.”
Maybe his character can have a double life as a professional dancer!
Kyle Shilling as Mali Hudson on Home and Away. Image: Seven
Home and Away fans lash out over Logies nominations
This comes after Home and Away fans shared disappointment over Kyle’s lack of nominations at the TV WEEK Logie Awards. While many Home and Away actors have been nominated for Most Popular New Talent, including Matt Evans, Tristan Gorey and Hailey Pinto in 2025, Kyle was snubbed during his first year on the show.
“I am a bit disappointed and angry as why wasn’t Kyle Shilling voted for Most Popular Talent Logie when he started? Tristian Gorey and Hailey Pinto [did] and don’t get me wrong as I love these two, but Kyle is more popular than they were,” they wrote on a Facebook group.
“I am just having a little moment about this as I believe Kyle deserves a Logie or at least to be nominated for one.”
Fans flooded the post with comments, with one calling it “disappointing”.
“I agree he has had some good storylines and should be in the running,” another added.
“I had a moment when I saw the nominations, why wasn’t Kyle nominated [was] my first thought too,” a third agreed.
“I think Kyle should have been nominated as well.”
Hopefully, Kyle’s stint on Dancing With The Stars will help raise his profile for the Logies in 2026.
Dancing with the Stars Australia 2025 airs on Sundays at 7pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
Tim and Leanne Lai joined the cast of Gogglebox Australia in 2019 and have since become firm fan favourites. The Malaysian-Australian sibling duo are absolutely iconic, and we can always count on Tim to point out the hot male celebs on screen.
Thanks to their public profile and platforms (they’re reluctant to call themselves famous), Tim was recently given a chance to celebrate Pride Month in an extra meaningful way. For the gay reality TV star, Pride Month means “vibrant joy”, and he tells Chattr it’s important to “celebrate love in all its forms and diversity”.
“It was such an empowering event,” Tim recalls. “My core message at the end was to this group that we need more colour, we need more queerness, and more realness in the stories and individuals they choose to put on their screens. And I think that’s one of the many things that’s so powerful about Pride Month.
“It’s not just about one day or 30 days to show your Pride or, you know, to wave your rainbow flag, but it’s a call to incorporate love and diversity and equity to every single day of the year.”
Leanne on Gogglebox. Image: 10Tim on Gogglebox. Image: 10
His sister Leanne is one of his biggest champions and advocates, and she acknowledges there are hateful beliefs out there that can be “incredibly harmful” to the LGBTQIA+ community.
“We have to live in a way that allows people to flourish, and all people, no matter what your gender, your sexual identity, that doesn’t matter. The people behind that matters. We have to be open to be finding a way to live in harmony and love with everyone,” Leanne says.
Right now, it’s a tough time for the queer community. With disgraced Harry Potter author J.K Rowling on a hate campaign against transgender people, and the Baptist Church campaigning for sex marriage to be reversed in the USA, having representation like Tim on primetime Aussie television is really important.
“It’s actually frightening where we are… so many people fought so hard just for equality, and the prospect of us having this right reversed is at the back of our minds,” Tim says. “It’s important for us to realise how far we’ve come, and it’s through love, and it’s through community that we can actually thrive and that we can continue to fight for what’s right and fair and equal.
“I say, acknowledge the pain that’s happening around the world, but don’t ever, ever forget all that we’ve achieved and all that we have ahead of us, because I think Australia is a beautiful country.”
Gogglebox’s Tim and Leanne want to show Asians they “belong”
While the Aussie media landscape has a long way to go in terms of diversity, there’s no doubt that it has changed massively since the ‘90s. The pair feel it’s a “big honour” to finally become part of the representation they didn’t have as kids growing up, because nobody on TV looked like them.
“Just by having Asian Aussies being themselves [on Gogglebox Australia], watching TV, having a laugh, screaming at each other… it just normalises our presence in society. It helps break down these misconceptions [people may hold],” Tim says.
“I’m hoping it does foster understanding and empathy… [and] we hope that [our] authenticity gives young Asian Aussies this sense of pride to say, ‘You know what? I can do that too’.”
Leanne echoes Tim’s thoughts and says: “We started being able to become more visible in the media. There have been people in cooking contests, in construction contests, in all these really good reality shows that people love. And I think it’s helped make us more of a part of the furniture… we’re not something that’s weird or scary or doesn’t belong… this is our home, we get to be here.”
We’re so lucky that Tim and Leanne were scouted for Gogglebox Australia and continue to entertain and delight us each year. We can’t wait to see what outrageous reactions they have during the next Gogglebox Australia season.
Fan-favourite Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2025 bride Jamie Marinos has spoken out about online hate and trolls — warning that words can be harmful, especially when it comes to mental health. She tells Chattr she “wants to use her platform” to make a difference, and is determined to spread awareness.
While the outspoken reality TV contestant assures us she has a “strong support network” and is able to brush off the online abuse, it doesn’t mean that it’s acceptable, and these words “still hurt”.
“From the moment I was leaked on MAFS, I remember like, grown men and women just attacking my appearance before they even knew me. And I remember going, ‘Wow, this is awful.’… people just hate me now because I’m going on a TV show, but they don’t even know who I am,” Jamie recalls. “I kept thinking about someone else in that position, what if they were struggling with their mental health, or they just lost someone that was close to them?”
Now that Jamie has access to her Instagram account and can reach 323,000 people, she’s determined to make a difference. “[Online hate] can take lives, and that’s just what I will not stand for. To me, there’s nothing normal about going out of your way to comment something hateful. There’s nothing okay about pushing someone to destroy their self-worth. It’s disgusting, it’s poisonous, and it needs to stop,” she adds.
Some argue that being a celebrity or in the public eye means that you are required to deal with the highs and lows of fame, but Jamie calls that narrative “tired and dangerous”.
“I have zero tolerance for online hate, bullying and trolling,” she says. “People should not be allowed to hide behind anonymous accounts and ruin someone’s life.”
Just because Jamie was on MAFS, that doesn’t mean she signed up for online hate. Image: Nine.
Jamie releases statement on Instagram asking people to “choose kindness”
Jamie recently shared a lengthy post on Instagram reminding her followers that there are real people reading all of the comments they leave online.
She condemned “disgusting behaviour” she’d seen online, including “bullying”, and said she won’t accept this from anyone.
“I can’t thank each of you enough for showing me how incredible humans can be. Your kindness and beautiful messages mean the most and make me want to keep doing what I’m doing. But I think about the ones who don’t have the same support I do. The ones who read those cruel words and start to believe them,” she wrote.
“Words hurt. And none of us are invincible. So please, be kind. Speak up. Shut down hate when you see it. We can do better than this. And we have to.”
Jamie felt compelled to speak out online because of “responsibility,” especially now that she has become a public figure. “I feel like I’ve just been given a platform, and I believe I have a responsibility to use it for good,” she explains.
“I’ll always speak up, especially for those who can’t speak for themselves.”
Buckle up folks, because The Voice Australia is coming soon to Seven and 7plus. The newest coach to sit in one of the famous red chairs is no other than Spice Girls’ Melanie C, adding some massive star power.
The singer, known as “Sporty Spice”, has racked up over 2.5 billion streams worldwide, so she’s bound to be an extremely coveted coach. “I am so incredibly excited to be joining The Voice Australia in 2025,” she told the network. “I have always cherished my trips down under over the years, so to be there with such a super line-up of coaches in one of my favourite countries is a real honour.”
She’ll be joining Ronan Keating, Kate Miller-Heidke and Richard Marx. It’s going to be a killer season, or as the latest promo says, “the biggest Aussie Voice ever” — so you can count on all Aussie eyes being glued to the telly screen. We’ve rounded up everything we know about The Voice Australia 2025 including the start date, trailers, what the coaches have said and more.
When does The Voice Australia 2025 air?
Mediaweek reports The Voice Australia 2025 will air in August, but Seven has yet to release the exact date. As soon as we know more, we’ll update this.
Who is the host of The Voice Australia 2025?
Sonia Kruger is returning as The Voice Australia host for 2025. She previously won a Gold Logie award at the TV WEEK Logies for Most Popular Personality on Australian Television, and she’s nominated for the same award again in 2025.
Who are the coaches on The Voice Australia 2025?
Melanie C
Mel C. Image: Seven
Melanie C will be bringing her Sporty Spice power to the show, and she says she’s “happy to be missing some of the British winter”. She needs no introduction, as the Spice Girls is the most iconic girl group of all time.
Melanie is bound to be a popular coach with the Aussie contestants, and she hopes to find some “brilliant talent to join Team Melanie”.
Richard Marx
Richard Marx. Image: Seven
Richard Marx is an American singer-songwriter behind hits like “This I Promise You” by NYSYNC and Kenny Rogers’ “What About Me?”. He’s joining The Voice Australia for the first time in 2025, and can’t wait to scope out the talent Down Under.
“I’m excited to have the opportunity to meet and nurture some truly talented singers. But I’m also just very happy to be coming to stay in Australia for an extended time. My love affair with Oz began in 1977 when I was 13 and my parents brought me with them for a month-long trip,” he said. “After many more visits on tour playing to thousands and thousands of Aussie fans, it’s become a home away from home.”
Ronan Keating
Ronan Keating. Image: Seven
Former coach Ronan Keating is back, baby! The former Boyzone member will have something to prove when it comes to boy bands versus girl groups, so will he come out on top?
“I’ve had a love affair with Australia since I first set foot on Aussie shores nearly three decades ago, so I can’t wait to get back to the country where I also met and fell in love with my wife,” Ronan said. “To be back in the big red chair on The Voice Australia in 2025 is going to be really special.”
Kate Miller-Heidke
Kate Miller-Heidke. Image: Seven
The only returning The Voice Australia judge from last year is Kate Miller-Heidke. “I’m absolutely stoked to be coming back to The Singing Olympics aka The Voice this year,” she said. “I’m excited to meet the new coaches, all of whom are incredible artists, and to uncover some brand-new artists to join Team Kate.”
Is there a trailer for The Voice Australia 2025?
Yes! There’s a long promo that was released to introduce Mel C as the final judge. It looks like there will be plenty of drama, and you can watch it below.
The Voice Australiais coming soon to Channel Seven and 7plus.
Chattr’s resident Billion Dollar Playground insider is back to break down another drama-filled episode of Binge’s new reality TV show. Read my recap of Episodes 1 and 2 here. Let’s get into Episode 6.
JB at breaking point
Episode 6 kicked off on the third and final day at Dovecote, and tensions were running high.
JB, still sulking from his recent demotion, admitted to Heaven that he felt underutilised—he was hired as a butler and believed he should be front and centre with the guests. Heaven commented on camera that his ego was bruised, and it was starting to show.
The morning guest service was rocky. Jasmin noticed the breakfast table wasn’t set and questioned JB, who claimed he’d been cleaning up from the night before. The chefs—usually fans of JB—weren’t impressed. JB seemed more preoccupied with his pride than with the guest experience.
Poolside drama and rom-com vibes
After breakfast, guests lounged around the pool. In true luxury resort style, they wanted canapés poolside. George, flexing his creativity, suggested they serve a savoury high tea.
Later, Jay caused a stir when he appeared as the ‘Pool Boy’ with his shirt off. The guests were loving it, and the crew watched on laughing. Jay admitted he enjoys breaking uniform rules.
Jay takes his shirt off on Billion Dollar playground
Meanwhile, sparks flew between Nicole and Matt. Nicole tickled Matt after he revealed he was ticklish—RomCom energy continued.
Rom Com energy
JB walks off, Grace steps up
Tensions boiled over as Jasmin pulled JB aside to confront him. JB stood his ground, saying he’s a butler, not an errand boy, and stormed off. Elsie and Jay both overheard. Jasmin, unsure if JB would return, asked Jay and Nicole to help serve. Eventually, JB returned, frustrated and defensive.
Later, JB and Grace co-hosted a caviar tasting. As someone who has had a “caviar bump” myself, so I know what a highlight the experience is. When JB forgot key details, Grace stepped in smoothly. The chefs noticed—Grace was stepping up.
Caviar Bumps all around
The feedback hits hard
Dinner was a hit with guests—a seafood buffet, lamb mains and chocolate desserts. But guest Sarah, with strict dietary needs, was upset after being served butter. The oversight went unnoticed by the crew and chefs alike.
The next morning, guest reviews were revealed. Fireworks and the winery helicopter trip were highlights. They praised Grace, Heaven and Jasmin but they highlighted JB as a stand out – describing his drinks service as exceptional. JB was very happy with the feedback that he was “extremely polished and knows his stuff”.
There was negative feedback too: cold steaks and the butter incident. Matt admitted his mistake, confusing “no butter” with “dairy-free.” Alex didn’t mince words: the chefs had let the team down.
George took it to heart, tearing up in the bathroom. Jasmin later comforted him, saying it was hard to see him upset.
Grace’s Surprise Promotion
Alex met with Grace to talk career goals. Grace shared her ambition to become lead concierge. That night, at a wild house party, Jay spiced things up as a “stripper cop.” Heaven and Jasmin received lap dances, and Elsie declared it the best thing she’d ever seen—alcohol-licking included.
Stripper Cop Jay
During the chaos, Grace received a cryptic text from Alex. Jasmin got one too, and looked worried. The next morning, Alex told Jasmin that Grace would be promoted—not as a demotion to Jasmin, but a chance for Grace to prove herself. Jasmin took it well, but the tension was real.
As the team relocated to Sunny Brae in Vaucluse, Grace announced her promotion via group call. George and Matt were supportive. JB was devastated. Jasmin quietly questioned what it meant for her.
What to expect in Episode 7
The teaser of next week’s episode reveals what could be the biggest drama of the show. The new guests have strong opinions and they aren’t shy about complaining. A heatwave shows one guest threatening to leave to a hotel if she doesn’t get a fan. Grace is seen panicking—if the guests walked, it would be game over for her. JB, not missing a beat, said it would be the “worst thing that could happen to a lead concierge.” Will Grace survive the pressure of leadership? Will Jasmine fight to reclaim her position?
Billion Dollar Playground episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays on BINGE and Foxtel.
When The Bachelor Australia was axed in 2023, it wasn’t just the end of an iconic reality show — it also marked the farewell of beloved host Osher Günsberg, who had fronted the series since its debut in 2013.
Fortunately for fans, a new iteration has been announced — The Golden Bachelor Australia, which is premiering in 2025. It will be on Network 9, rather than the franchise’s old home of Channel 10 and Osher won’t be in the host role; instead, Samantha Armytage is fronting the mature version of the series.
While we’ll miss Osher running the rose ceremonies, it sounds like there will be some parallels between the shows, as he told Chattr that every crew member from The Bachelor moved over to The Golden Bachelor, except for him.
“When The Bachelor moved networks, one person lost their job. Me,” he said. “My wife worked on [The Golden Bachelor]. I think Sam’s gonna do a cracking job.”
Osher Günsberg on The Bachelor. Image: Ten.
Osher explained that he was thrilled that the rest of The Bachelor production crew were able to keep their jobs and move to Network 9.
“The 110 other people who make that show, who I have known for ten years, kept working, and that is what matters,” he said.
“In this world where our industry is shrinking so much, and these incredibly skilled people are the only people in the country that know how to do it, and yet, the employment [opportunities are dwindling].
“These are jobs that really need to be protected, because we have to be able to tell our own stories in Australia. So I’m the one person who lost their job, [the] other people kept their jobs. And I’m thrilled for that because I know them all and I know their kids and they’re all brilliant at what they do, and I’m stoked. I think it’s going to be great.”
Osher — who’s currently competing on Dancing with the Stars Australia 2025 — added that he holds no bitterness towards the fact that he was the only employee who wasn’t brought over to The Golden Bachelor, and explained that it’s just showbiz, baby.
“This is the business I’ve chosen, if I didn’t want to be losing my job, I’d go work in an office. I chose this life, and I know this is a part of it.”
Osher Günsberg with The Bachelorette lead Brooke Blurton. Image: Ten.
Osher Günsberg knew the end was coming for The Bachelor Australia
“I’ve been caught by surprise before, and I never wanted that to happen again. A couple years back, I turned to [my wife] Audrey, and I was like, I’m starting to get whiffs that we might not get past 2023′” he explained.
“So we started putting plans in place, and we started readjusting and recalibrating. And sure enough, when the phone call came — it was actually a meeting face to face, they were kind enough to tell me to my face, which was lovely — it was like, no worries, that was an amazing 10 years. Thank you for everything. This has been brilliant.”
Osher on Dancing with the Stars 2025. Image: Seven.
Along with doing Dancing With The Stars Australia 2025, Osher spent time writing a new self-help book called So What Now What.
“About 10 years ago, I was doing not great with my mental health. I was on a lot of meds, a lot of antipsychotics, and, you know, it was really tough,” he explained. “This is the book that I wish I had during that time.”
“It’s not a very long book. It’s a graphic novel, really. But, it’s the sort of thing that you would grab for someone that you care about that’s a bit stuck, or maybe yourself, you’re in a bit of a stuck place. You don’t know how to get out of it. It’s the exact techniques that I have used to get through some of the most harrowing shit I’ve ever been through.”
The Farmer Wants A Wife 2025reunion is almost here, and while the trailer certainly looks wild, things are even spicier behind the scenes. Former contestant Daisy Lamb has just lifted the lid on what producers do during filming a reunion, and it sounds like they try to stir up drama. We wouldn’t expect anything less!
Daisy tells Chattr her reunion was filmed about a month and a half after filming wrapped up, and it was located in a “beautiful spot” in a Hunter Valley vineyard.
“The day before filming, you get taken to your accommodation. Wardrobe, hair, and makeup artists are there to give the Farmers a haircut and organise their outfits. The Ladies’ outfits are usually pre-approved in the weeks leading up to the reunion,” Daisy spills.
“At night, all the couples get together for a catch-up and dinner. The executive producers are in attendance and basically fluff you up like you’re the best thing ever, because they want you to behave during filming.”
The trailer for the reunion looks wild. Image: Seven
What happens during a Farmer Wants A Wifereunion?
The next day is filming day, and it’s jam-packed. The schedule is perfectly planned to create drama and suspense, which you can definitely feel as a viewer.
“The producers first take the Farmers for voxies and master interviews, which are used for voiceovers and inserts throughout the show. Contestants are required to speak in the present tense so editors can Frankenbite the footage and make people believe that’s what was said on the day,” Daisy claims.
According to the Farmer Wants A Wife contestant, the Ladies are required to do their own hair and makeup for the reunion, and they’re left standing around until around 6pm in the evening.
“The first segment filmed is all the Farmers together on the couches, which is why the Ladies have to wait. After this, the Farmers are interviewed by the host on their own, and it’s very dramatic.
“The Ladies are led to a small area up the stairs where they wait to be signalled to come downstairs to join their Farmer. During the Farmer Wants A Wife 2025 reunion, you’ll see this when Natalie Gruzlewski says, ‘Are you still together? Is she here today?’ After that comes the joint interview with the host.”
After the interviews are wrapped up, couples are asked to do a “weird dancing scene with the host”, which Daisy recalls was “very cringeworthy, but nice to slow down after a hectic day”.
The day is capped off with photos, a glass of wine, beer or soft drink, and dinner… before yet another interview at 11pm. That’s a long day!
Could this pensive look on Corey’s face mean he’s broken up with Keeley? Image: Seven
Do Farmer Wants A Wife producers try and stir up drama?
Before couples depart the next day, they are each required to sit down for another master interview. Daisy claims producers dig for information about other couples, so are they trying to get some backstabbing happening? Isn’t this meant to be the most wholesome reality show on Aussie TV?!
“It’s just more footage for them to Frankenbite together, and they try to get you to talk about the other couples,” Daisy says. “When you decline to do so and just say you can’t speak on their relationships, that doesn’t make the cut.”
With that on mind, who do we think will go rogue during the Farmer Wants A Wife 2025 reunion? Our money is on Clarette.
The Farmer Wants a Wife reunion airs on Monday at 9:10 pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
The new show follows 12 Aussie singles who’ve been unlucky in love and decided to trust a bunch of experts to match them up with their forever partner. The couples have a brief meeting with their potential matches, before being paired off and married… on a deserted island.
After their nuptials, they’re dropped off at a remote beach where they’ll have to swim to shore in their wedding attire, and spend three weeks together.
Of course, like any good reality TV show, not all of the couples will live in harmonious bliss. Read on to find out more about the Stranded on Honeymoon Island Australia cast, and who they’re matched with.
Amy
Match: Mike
Firecracker Amy (30) is a TikTok influencer who also works as a stand-up comedian. She said she applied for Stranded on Honeymoon Island because she kept choosing the wrong men and realised she needed to do something different to be successful in love.
“I want someone with whom I can share my amazing life, go on crazy adventures with, laugh with, and someone who will have my back and love me unconditionally,” she explained.
Mike
Match: Amy
Mike (38) works as a TV host and describes himself as outgoing and charismatic. He has traditional views on male and female roles within a relationship and admits that his high standards often hold him back when meeting someone new.
“My biggest flaw when it comes to relationships is early commitment – not being able to give 110% straight away. That doesn’t mean in reference to cheating or anything like that, it’s just being distant. I need to be able to succumb to someone special faster, and I’m working on it,” he said.
Brie
Match: Byron
Softly spoken Brie (29) is sick of dating apps and thinks her time is running out to find “the one”. She admits that she has high standards that are almost impossible to reach, and is looking for a kind, stable man who is confident in himself, up for adventures and has an excellent sense of humour.
Brie describes her type as “hot, beachy, smart, kind, bad boy, introverted, silly, funny, committed and adventurous with good hygiene.”
Byron
Match: Brie
Byron (34) is an electrician who loves the outdoors. He says he has a a deep love for travel and adventure, immersing himself in high-octane sports including surfing and snowboarding, alongside more slow-paced hobbies like golf.
He’s looking for “a fellow traveller, a best friend, someone to inspire me, a family person and someone I can share everything and anything with.”
Emily
Match: Tom
Brie (29) has been single for seven years and has grown insecure about why she hasn’t met her match just yet. She says she’s tackled every app and fronting up to countless dates with no successful outcome, and she’s growing tired of doing all the leg work with no success.
“I have very high standards, and no one has been able to match them. I keep picking emotionally unavailable men,” she said.
Tom
Match: Emily
Business analyst Tom (30) was burnt by his last relationship and has stayed single for the past three years.
“The idea of being stranded on an island is really exciting to me. It’s a wild format and completely different to anything I’ve seen. And who knows, maybe bonding during this experience is the key to finding love,” he said.
Dani
Match: Emanuel
Dani (35) left the rat race in her hometown of Melbourne to pursue a more genuine life in Queensland’s Magnetic Island. She has a list of turn offs: Bad clothes, cocky guys, gym buffs, misogynists, budgie smugglers and men who talk over other people.
She joined Stranded on Honeymoon Island with the hope of finding someone she clicks with organically.
“I’m looking for “someone I trust and respect, and vice versa. We admire each other and find each other’s quirks cute. We inspire each other to be better versions of ourselves and someone who loves me for me.”
Emanuel
Match: Dani
Emanuel (33) is a music producer based on the Gold Coast. He’s passionate about creativity, pursuing his passions and experiencing everything life has to offer.
“I want to find my life partner and I’m willing to do whatever it takes. I liked the concept of being away from the world’s distractions and the survival element. If I could survive this, I could survive anything.”
Jess
Match: Sam
Jess (38) is a relationship coach who hasn’t had much success with dating recently.
“I actually don’t struggle with being single. It allows me independence and I can’t be disappointed. On a deeper level, I think I’m scared of loving myself” in a relationship (it’s happened in the past), so I probably choose men who won’t challenge that or aren’t right,” she said.
Sam
Match: Jess
Sam (31) recently went through a break-up with his last serious girlfriend, who was ten years his senior, shortly before losing his dad to cancer. He’s searching for a partner who would make his dad proud and someone he could emulate his parents’ everlasting love with.
He’s looking for “a person who is caring, loyal, trustworthy, kind, empathetic and shares common values. Someone who wants to have kids and wants to build an empire together.”
Georgia and Chad
Georgia (35) was previously engaged, but her ex-fiancé called off the wedding just three days before it was meant to take place. She’s hoping her second time around will go more smoothly.
“I want someone who puts me first, who loves me for me, who is on the same page, has the same values and morals, and wants marriage and family.”
Chad (47) is energetic, charismatic and young at heart. He describes himself as a hopeless romantic, and is ready to give his all to the woman of his dreams.
He says he doesn’t have a type and is “attracted to energy”.
Stranded on Honeymoon Island premieres at 7:30pm on June 21 on 7plus.
For all those Blockheads out there, Chattr has just uncovered a major spoiler for The Block 2025. After doing some digging online, it appears one of the real estate agents has uploaded a promotional video for one of The Block 2025 houses.
Real estate agents Ashlee McKee and Natalie Fagan confirmed the location of The Block 2025 on a 2024 listing. The show is being filmed in Middleton Field, now given the address of 1 Cedar Lane in Daylesford, Victoria.
“The 2025 season of Channel 9’s The Block will be filmed in Middleton Field with five new sustainable pavilion-style homes to be built at the eastern entry to Daylesford along Cedar Lane including Homesite 105,” the listing reads.
Developer Hygge Property also confirmed the site of The Block 2025 and provided an update in March, sharing a photo of what the houses looked like right before the contestants started filming on March 7, 2025.
What The Block houses looked like prior to filming. Image: Hygge Property
“The new homes for the 2025 series of Channel 9’s The Block located at the eastern entrance to Daylesford in Middleton Field are now well advanced. Many regional builders and local trades assisted with the work to complete the steel ‘bones’ of the five new houses along Cedar Lane before the show’s contestants arrive to turn them into homes,” their website reads.
The Block’s 2 Cedar Lane leaked before the show airs
A video of 2 Cedar Lane in Daylesford was uploaded to Vimeo by supplier Diakrit on May 1, 2025, and the real estate agent selling the house is Ashlee McKee. It’s a four bedroom, three bathroom property with two carparks.
The video shows a gorgeous open-plan kitchen and dining area with a marble splashback and a cosy lounge space with a fireplace. There are no other rooms shown on the video, as the contestants didn’t finish renovating until June 1, 2025.
Here are all the photos of the leaked property, which is possibly from The Block 2025:
With 11 marriages and 28 kids under its belt since launching, FWAW has a pretty impressive track record. But will the 2025 Farmers go the distance? We’ll have to wait until the Reunion to find out.
Everything that’s happened so far on Farmer Wants a Wife 2025 (Warning! Spoilers ahead)
Episode 18
Farmer Corey meeting Keeley for his final decision. Image: Seven
Farmer Wants A Wife Episode 18 quickly got down to business, as it was all about Farmer Corey’s final choice (even though we already knew it would be Keeley). Corey previously left his farm in Biloela to meet both Chloe and Keeley’s families.
He still seemed to have a strong connection with Chloe, and got along well with her blended family. These two had an instant spark from the moment she was introduced as an intruder, but is it enough to sever his connection with OG contestant Keeley?
“I’ve got a really strong connection with Keeley, but the time frame for Keeley to move to the farm is a concern, so I’ve got a lot to consider moving forward,” he admitted.
However, Corey ended up gently letting Chloe down and declaring his strong feelings for Keeley. “I feel like from the first 24-hour date, we really clicked and got along well, and I could be my true self around you,” he said. Keeley, it makes me happy to say, but I feel like I’m falling in love with you.”
The couple seemed smitten in their final interview, with Corey hinting they’ll be planning a wedding and kids within the next five years.
Will they still be together after the show finishes? We’ll have to see when the Reunion airs next week!
Episode 17
Olivia meeting Farmer Jack for the final decision. Image: Seven.
Farmer Wants a Wife Episode 17 was Farmer Jack’s finale episode, so it was finally time for him to make his pick (even though we already knew that it would be Sarah).
During the episode, we saw both Farmer Corey and Farmer Jack meet the families of their last two Ladies.
While things went swimmingly for Farmer Corey with Chloe’s family, things weren’t so smooth with Keeley’s. Farmer Corey and Keeley have faced the same problem throughout the season — Farmer Corey wants her to move to his farm ASAP, but she wants to wait for around six months before making it permanent. During the family meeting, Keeley’s parents explained that they doubted she was be ready to move as quickly as he wants her too.
Meanwhile, Farmer Jack’s family meetings were relatively drama-free. Olivia’s family loved him, with her dad adding that his only reservation is that he knows his daughter would still want to pursue her own career as a vet when she’s on the farm. Sarah’s family also liked Farmer Jack, but her friends were wary about her moving so far away for a man.
But, Sarah obviously wasn’t too worried about her friend’s concerns, because Farmer Jack picked her at the end and she happily accepted. “I do feel like I’m falling in love with you,” he told her.
Sarah was delighted about his decision and said she was so excited to keep learning more about him and to plan their future together.
Although Olivia was clearly heartbroken after being dumped and broke down in tears as she left, she told Farmer Jack she understood his decision to choose Sarah and wished them both the best.
Episode 16
Jack on FWAW. Image: Seven.
After some heartfelt chats, Farmer Jack made the tough call to send Monique home, leaving Olivia, Sarah, and Hayley as his final three.
The Farmers and their ladies then swapped farm life for the city, heading to the final Farmer Wants a Wife Black-Tie Dinner.
Tensions ran high at Jack’s table. Sarah didn’t hold back, telling Olivia and Hayley, “I think I do have a stronger connection [with Jack] because we’ve had more of a romantic and physical bond.” She admitted she’d be upset if Jack kissed anyone else.
Jack replied, “Everyone probably just needs to focus on their connection with me, not what’s going on around them.”
Things escalated when Sarah challenged Olivia about her stance on having children, asking if she was just telling Jack what he wanted to hear. Olivia admitted she doesn’t want kids right now but said she’s open to it with the right person: “I don’t want to be defined just as a mother,”she said.
Jack was reassured by her answer and later invited Olivia outside, where they shared their first kiss. Out of Farmer Jack’s remaining three Ladies, Sarah was now the only person who hadn’t kissed him. Unsurprisingly, Farmer Jack broke the news shortly after that he was eliminating her.
Meanwhile, Farmer Corey put Keeley and Chloe on the spot, asking why they thought they were the better match. Keeley said she balances out his outgoing nature, while Chloe backed herself as strong, adaptable, and ready for farm life: “I think I’d be a better match.”
With just two ladies left for both Farmers, final decisions are looming. Eeek!
Episode 15
Keeley on FWAW. Image: Seven.
It’s all happily-ever-afters for Farmer Thomas and Clarette and heartbroken farewells for Rachael and Jess.
Farmer Thomas took aside both Rachael and Jess and ultimately told them both that his heart was with someone else. Both Rachael and Jess took the news well, wished them both well, and left the farm. Rachael joked, “I bloody better get an invite to that wedding.”
Shortly after, which completely set the tone for their emotional connection, Farmer Thomas left Clarette a note on her bed saying to meet him at sunset for an “important conversation.”
As Clarette approached Farmer Thomas, he started to reflect on their journey together. “We’ve had our ups and downs, but we’ve managed to get through them strong… I can be myself around you, and you laugh at my bad jokes,” Farmer Thomas told her.
“You’d make the most beautiful wife and mother. Clarette, I love you,” he continued.
Clarette replied with tears in her eyes, “I love you too. We’re in love, it’s official!”
Meanwhile, Farmer Corey and Farmer Jack went on their 24-hour solo dates with Keeley and Olivia, and both dates hit major hurdles for their relationships.
Farmer Corey offended Keeley when he suggested that she wasn’t ready to move to the farm. Then, when Keeley revealed that she wouldn’t be able to move to the farm for at least six months, it left some serious questions in Corey’s head.
Farmer Jack and Olivia’s date was picturesque, with a helicopter ride to a remote cabin in Tasmania, which made sparks fly between the two until the conversation turned to kids.
Olivia told Farmer Jack that she wasn’t 100 percent on having kids and that she hasn’t thought a lot about being a mother, maybe as much as some other women. Jack admitted that wasn’t what he wanted to hear.
It was then time for a farm farewell dinner, and it was Farmer Corey’s turn first. Feeling nervous about the elimination, Jadee wanted to make sure Farmer Corey knew exactly how she felt, so she pulled him aside and told him that he was someone she would love to experience life with.
Unfortunately, Farmer Corey didn’t feel the same way, so she was sent home packing.
Episode 14
Clarette and Thomas are getting closer and closer. Image: Seven.
Clarette and Farmer Thomas have had chemistry from the beginning, but as the finale draws closer, it’s really hard to tell if they will make it to the end. After choosing Clarette for the one-on-one date, Thomas takes Clarette to the West Coast of the Eyre peninsula. On this date, you can’t deny that they have a connection with Thomas saying that “I’m fairly certain that I’ve found the person for me” to the producers.
Later, Thomas takes Clarette to see his uncle (who is like a second father). In a hilarious faux pas, Thomas’ uncle accidentally calls Clarette, ‘Claire’. Clarette laughs about it, but knowing that only two episodes ago Clarette called Thomas a “f***ing prick” for texting previous contestant Claire, this would have to sting a bit.
Meanwhile, Farmer Jack and Farmer Corey introduce the girls to their family and it’s a tricky one as the quieter girls have to step up and showcase their personalities. One of the quieter girls is Keeley, who finds it harder to stand out among the other louder girls vying for Corey’s attention.
While the girls are introduced to Corey’s family in a big group, they also get to have one-on-one time with them too. While talking with Corey’s mum and family friend, Chloe throws Keeley under the bus by describing her as “jealous” and telling them it’s difficult to be in the house with her energy.
Despite this, Corey’s family still chooses Keeley for the 24-hour date because of how sweet and genuine she comes across.
At Jack’s family farm in Tassie, the big question they want to know is whether one of the girls would be willing to move for him. There are a few red flags, as most don’t look likely to make the big move to Tasmania. In the end, the family chooses Olivia, as they think she deserves a chance to get to know Jack more and her values align.
Then, after speaking further with his uncle, Farmer Thomas decides he wants to continue pursuing Clarette. Next episode, it looks like he’ll be making a final decision about whether he will choose her or one of the other girls left.
Episode 13
Thomas resolves things with Clarette. Image: Seven
After Farmer Thomas went missing last episode, the ladies were still in the dark about his whereabouts. In the morning, they discuss him leaving, with Rachel saying she was feeling “defeated” and that the girls weren’t quite sure “where [they] stand”.
With all the tension still hanging in the air, the country ball was a welcome change for the girls. It was also a great chance for the girls to meet new Farmer Jack’s girls. Thomas also returns.
While at the country ball, there was a special guest appearance from none other than Farmer Jarrad and his new beau Chloe. While up on stage in front of the other farmers and girls, he says that he’s so happy to have found love. He then serenades Chloe with an original song that impresses everyone.
However, while love was in the air, there was still drama to be had. After Thomas reappeared, Jess wanted to pull him in for a chat to express her uncertainty after finding out about the Claire text messages. In the end, she chose to leave the farm in a shock exit.
Meanwhile, Chloe steals Farmer Corey for a private chat as she feels she hasn’t had enough time with him. She then cheekily pulls him away for a kiss. This ultimately leads to Corey choosing Chloe for the next date.
After Clarette called Thomas a “f**king prick” in the last episode, he needs to go into damage control to regain her trust. Thomas tells Clarette that he’s sorry and he’s now deleted Claire’s number, and they end up making up. He then chooses her for the next one-on-one date.
Episode 12:
Farmer Thomas comes clean. Image: Seven
This episode was a spicy one! With Farmer Jack forging such a strong connection with Sarah, his other Ladies started to get a bit jealous when arriving to his farm. Has he already found ~the one~?
Then, Annie started to make waves on Farmer Corey’s farm after telling the other Ladies she had woken up the night before to find Keeley missing from her bed. She wasn’t on the couch or anywhere else, and she had waited two hours to see if Keeley would come back. Annie hints that Keeley was with Corey in his bed, which is scandalous. During an explosive dinner, Annie confronted Keeley about where she slept last night. Keeley and Corey both denied the allegations, but Annie told Chattr she doesn’t completely buy their story.
“It’s hard to say [if they were lying], I saw what I saw, and they have their version of events, so I guess it’s kind of my word against theirs, but yeah, it’s hard to say. I don’t know what they were doing either, it was just the situation didn’t sit right with me,” Annie said.
In the end, Annie left the dinner table crying and told Corey she didn’t want to stay on the farm any longer because he had stronger connections with the other Ladies.
Over on Farmer Thomas’ farm, their dinner was interrupted when Thomas received a text from Claire, upsetting both Rachael and Clarette. After Thomas showed Clarette all of his message history with Claire, she called him a “f**king prick” and stormed off, causing Thomas to drive off and leave the farm. Yikes.
Episode 11:
We have a new Farmer in the mix! Farmer Jack met new Ladies Olivia, Monique, Chelsea, Rebecca, Eva, Samantha and Sarah, before deciding on the five Ladies to take back to the farm. In a twist, Jack told host Natalie Gruzlewiski he didn’t want to follow the rules. Instead, he only chose four Ladies to take back with him: Hayley, Olivia, Monique and Sarah. Farmer Jack decided to invite Sarah back to the farm for the first 24-hour date, where they got cosy and shared a few kisses over sushi.
Meanwhile, Farmer Corey had a private date with front-runner Keeley, when she revealed a “red flag”. She’s not sure about moving to his farm straight away if she wins, which disappointed Corey.
“That does concern me a little bit about the timeframe when she’s coming back here… this does scare me that this potentially could drag out, this may be a potential red flag from Keeley,” Corey told producers.
While Farmer Thomas had a date with Rachael, it was Clarette who proved her connection with the Farmer is still the strongest. Once he came back to the farm, the pair snuck away outside for some cuddles and kisses. Considering the promo for tomorrow night shows a massive blow-up between Clarette and Thomas, who knows what’s going to happen next?
Episode 10:
Image: Seven
Episode 10 saw the girls meeting the friends of Farmer Corey and Thomas, while things got serious with Farmer Tom making the tough choice between the lovely Georgie and Eliza and visiting their respective hometowns.
Corey’s friends didn’t hold back when asking the girls if there was any tension between them (a subtle nod to Chloe’s intruder shake up). However, the girls maintained their composure and didn’t resort to any slagging off. In the end, it was Keeley who was selected to go on the date with Corey.
Meanwhile, Thomas introduced his mates to his final four. His friends were impressed by the girls and how down to earth they were. Their only concern was that Thomas was going for attraction for Clarette over getting to know some of the quieter ladies.
Finally, Tom made the difficult decision to choose Georgie over Eliza, professing his love to her in the process.
“I’m excited to take the next step in this and I’ve fallen really hard and fast for you, Georgie, I’m totally in love with you,” he said.
Leaving the farm heartbroken, Eliza didn’t hide her disappointment.
“I’m a bit heartbroken, it’s hard to hear,” she said. “I came in today feeling hopeful and [I’m] disappointed and yeah.”
Episode 9:
“Jealous? Of what?” Image: Seven
Episode 9 kicked off with intruder Chloe drumming up drama on Farmer Corey’s farm. After the group were asked to reveal what their “love languages” were, Chloe was annoyed when Jadee’s answers matched up perfectly with what Corey likes, and called her a cheater. Yikes.
Next, the Farmers were given an intimacy test where they were blindfolded, and given two minutes with each of their Ladies to explore their chemistry… in front of one another. Clarette and Farmer Thomas were pretty cosy, and Rachael was weirded out by the task.
“I don’t like watching, it feels wrong. It’s very strange watching other women be intimate with Farmer Thomas,” she said.
During a MAFS-style Honesty Box challenge, the claws came out when Thomas put his foot in his mouth. When describing Clarette’s worst quality, he said it was her “jealousy”. It didn’t help that he used qualities such as “too nice” and “too quiet” for the other Ladies, making Clarette’s look even worse. He’s going to have some explaining to do!
Finally, we saw two shock exits, after Farmer Tom’s intruder Emily voluntarily left the farm. She didn’t think she had a strong enough connection with the Farmer, and could see he was really close with the other Ladies. Tom then eliminated Mady, saying she deserved “to find happiness”. Looks like our spoiler about who he chooses in the end is likely true!
Episode 8:
Farmer Corey and Chelsea share a goodbye hug. Image: Seven
There were tears, intruders making their moves, and a surprise elimination in episode 8, with Corey saying goodbye to Chelsea in a bid to get to know some of his intruder Ladies better.
Meanwhile, the girls continued to experience farm life, with Clarette unhappy she missed out on a ride on Thomas’ tractor (not a euphemism… maybe not even a tractor? I’m not a farm girl). She later awkwardly confronted him at dinner about the fact that they spent no solo time together, while he continued to look like he accidentally walked on the show’s set and had no idea what he was doing there.
And Farmer Tom dropped that he’s very hopeful his future wife is on the farm, but it definitely wasn’t Intruder Tijan, who he bid farewell to.
Finally, Thomas sent no one home, saying he was scared he’d make the “wrong decision” and is learning to not put “all his eggs in one basket.”
Episode 7:
Thomas is on his apology tour. Image: Seven
Tension reached an all-time high with Farmer Thomas and Clarette, after Clarette found out Thomas had secretly met up with Claire to get “closure”.
Meanwhile, the competition heated up once again with the arrival of the intruders, much to the dismay of the original Ladies.
Farmer Tom had an awkward moment when Emma came in guns blazing to ignite their relationship again, only for Tom to send her home and welcome some of his intruders to the Farm.
Thomas picked some flowers and grovelled back to Clarette, begging her forgiveness as he got on one knee to offer an apology. A sign of the future, perhaps?
Meanwhile, Corey is just thriving surrounded by all of his blonde beauties. Go figure!
Episode 6:
Farmer Jarrad has made his final choice! Image: Seven
Episode six was a BIG one for FWAW fans, with Jarrad deciding that dating multiple women wasn’t for him and choosing Chloe as his hopeful forever love, telling her they go together like “cold beer and country music”.
Elsewhere, tensions rose when Farmer Thomas returned home late from a romantic massage and bath date with Ellen, Farmer Tom learned the eye colour of Emma (and then they shared a kiss), and sparks started to fly between Farmer Corey and Jadee after they finally got some one-on-one time together.
Episode 5:
Farmer Wants A Wife’s Jarrad and Corey both made some tough decisions in episode five. Image: Seven
Hearts continued to get broken across the various farms, as the Farmers started getting serious about who they could picture their future with.
Farmer Thomas was still reeling from Claire’s shock departure, something Clarette, well, kind of thought he should “get over” during their oysters and champagne date. People may be starting to hate on Clarette, but the girl has a point: he went on one date, and is mourning a woman who left him, while still having numerous other women standing there, competing to win his attention. Pay attention, Thomas!
While Thomas and Tom both decided to send no one home, Corey said a sad goodbye to Hunter who was a woman who was definitely there on the show at some point, while Jarrad rocked his Farm by deciding he wasn’t going to be an asshole who leads women on, and sent both Lucy and Bri home.
While Jarrad’s connections seem to be more of a slow burn, he now only has two women to choose from and it looks like he actually might make that decision in the next episode… so watch this space!
Episode 4:
Only love can hurt like this. Image: Seven
The crew headed on a group outing to an event called the Bullarama (yes, it’s a real thing) but it wasn’t all good country fun, with Farmer Thomas having his poor lil heart shattered when Clairedecided their connection wasn’t strong enough and yeeted out.
Meanwhile, Farmer Corey got a couple of cheeky pashes in, kissing Chelseaand Keeley, and the Farmers had to decide who they were taking on their next solo date, with Tom choosing Georgie, Corey choosing Chelsea, Jarrad choosingAsh, and Thomas choosing Clarette (who also managed to steal a kiss from him before Claire left).
Episode 3:
Seeya Rosie! Image: Seven
Farmer Tom was forced to say farewell (kinda) when two of his women, Emmie and Bridget, decided farm life wasn’t for them and disappeared without saying goodbye. This kept his remaining three Ladies safe from the double date elimination, which is probably for the best, otherwise Tom would have nearly no Ladies left by the end of week two.
The rest of the Farmers had double dates with a catch: one of the Ladies who was invited, wouldn’t be returning back to the farm, leaving Farmer Corey with an awkward and emotional tennis date as Rosie decided farm life wasn’t for her.
Meanwhile, Farmer Thomas said goodbye to Nat after firmly friend-zoning her and Farmer Jarrad said toodleloo to Maneesha, while she said goodbye to her dream life of settling down on a farm.
Episode 2:
“Here’s Wonderwall…” Image: Seven
Not to be outdone, Tom and Corey also had to say goodbye to three ladies in episode two after the speed-dating round, after Thomas and Jarrad bid farewell to three Ladies the night before.
Things were then stepped up a notch with the introduction of the 24-hour dates.
It took only two episodes for Jarrad to whip out his guitar (not a euphemism) as he performed a song for Chloe on their date.
Meanwhile, Thomas chose Claire for his 24-hour date, with him touting it as the “best date” he’s ever had, with his name-partner Farmer Tom feeling like there could be “love blossoming” with Eliza after they shared a kiss on their 24-hour date.
Corey also snuck in a kiss with his Keeley on his date, with Keeley saying she felt “smitten”, so basically this whole episode was a love-fest all around!
Episode 1:
Farmer Tom, Corey, host Natalie Gruzlewski, Thomas, and Jarrad. Image: Seven
It’s all kicked off, as we follow Farmer Thomas, Farmer Jarrad, Farmer Tom, and Farmer Corey on their quest to find love! The first week saw each Farmer go on speed-dating rounds in order to choose the five lucky ladies who would go back and live on their farm.
Drama nearly erupted in an awkward moment where it appeared Jarrad and Brianna could be more than friends – they could be cousins! Thankfully, that wasn’t the case, and they quickly resolved that family mystery.
The end of episode one saw Thomas and Jarrad say goodbye to three ladies each, as they got serious about who to take back to their farms.
Farmer Wants a Wife airs on Monday and Tuesday nights at 7:30pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
Samira was relatively happy with the dish that she presented to the judges. However, during a closed-door tasting session, Poh Ling Yeow, Sofia Levin, Jean Christophe Novelli,Andy Allenand Junda Khoo deemed that her patties were dry due to the amount of lean chicken mince she used.
Because the judging was done behind closed doors, Samira knew little about why she was eliminated, apart from Sofia telling her that her “chicken let the dish down.” She told Chattr that she was left wondering what ultimately ended her time in the competition until she watched the episode back.
“We didn’t get to hear the taste-testings and what had been said. So I was just curious to know, what did I do wrong with my chicken? So it was very confusing, to be honest,” she said.
“Only when I watched it back I realised what they had said about my food.”
Samira’s Turkish Chicken and Eggplant Kofta. Image: Ten.
Samira added that while the reason behind her elimination baffled her a bit, she took it in her stride and tried not to dwell on it too much.
“To be honest with you, it was playing in my mind. But I’m one of those positive go-getters, like I’m out, it’s done,” she explained.
“Somebody has to go home at the end of the week, or at the end of the elimination episode. And you know, I was lucky to have this platform and to have my journey shown on there, and I just took it in a positive way.”
Samira cooking his chicken on the hibachi. Image: Ten.
Why Samira partly felt relieved to be eliminated from MasterChef Australia 2025
Samira said that while it was “upsetting” to be eliminated from the competition, she found a silver lining.
“It was a huge relief, because being away from home is really difficult for me, so there was relief in that aspect, knowing that that’s it. I don’t have to compete anymore, I can go back to normal life,” she said.
She added that the night of her elimination was her husband’s birthday, so she was really excited to get back home to see him and her children, but they didn’t exactly know how to greet her.
Samira on MasterChef Australia 2025. Image: Ten.
“I bought a small chocolate mud cake on the way for my husband’s birthday. So I hadn’t spoken to him yet, and it was very weird, because the kids were happy, but they were scared to express their happiness because they didn’t know how I was going to react. So it was quite awkward,” she laughed.
Samira and her infectious laugh will undoubtedly be missed in the MasterChef Australia 2025 kitchen!
MasterChef Australia airs on Sundays at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.
From salsa to ballroom, Dancing With The Stars (DWTS)will see the celebrities perform different dance styles each week. And, 2025 contestant Osher Günsberg has revealed that the celebrities had to learn every dance, whether or not they made it to the end.
Prior to their first performance, the celebrities undergo rigorous training, which involves five weeks of rehearsals lasting up to six hours a day. During this time, they’re taught the moves to all of the dances they may perform throughout the competition.
Osher told Chattr that the experience was mentally exhausting, and said trying to remember all the moves sometimes became overwhelming.
“I trained every day. I mean, the most I could manage is about four hours. But that’s because my brain would get full. It’s not because my body stopped working,” he said.
“It was quite intense physically, don’t get me wrong, but there was a point where I just couldn’t remember any more stuff.
Osher’s Dancing with the Stars promo pic. Image: Seven.
The former The Bachelor host explained that he adopted a strategy to commit each dance to memory.
“You’ve got to be very, very careful when you’re learning new things physically, to not repeat a mistake, because then you’re forming a neural pathway that reinforces that mistake,” he explained.
“So once you start making mistakes, if you’re unable to do it right immediately, you kind of have to go do something else, because what can happen is you can unwittingly program your head to do the wrong thing automatically, but you want it to do the right thing automatically.”
Outside of DWTS rehearsals and performances, Osher’s been working on a graphic novel called So What? What Now?, which delves into improving mental health.
“It’s the exact techniques that I have used to get through some of the most harrowing shit I’ve ever been through,” he said, adding that he used the techniques discussed in the book during his time on DWTS.
“Even to the point of, you know, I’m not as good at doing this Foxtrot as I wish I was, okay, how am I going to be with this emotional feeling that I’ve got? How am I going to get up the next day and go back to the studio? It’s the same techniques that I use to get out there again and give it everything.”
Osher Günsberg had a heavy hand in his performances
The celebrities on Dancing With The Stars are paired with professional dancers, who play a major role in choreographing each performance. However, Osher, who’s partnered with Sriani Argaet, told Chattr that he was keen to get involved in the process, rather than depend completely on his partner.
“I fought really hard to have great music. The initial songs that they gave me were like a string quartet arrangement of a Kanye West song. Like, no one’s gonna know that,” he said.
Osher, who’s had three hip replacements and has collected other ailments along the way of “living a life where you’ve had adventures”, explained that because some moves were hard for him to do perfectly, he wanted to bring a certain energy through the music.
“I can’t move my body very well. So I need the music to be amazing. I need the music to do a lot of heavy lifting for me. I need the first bar to hit — and for people to go, ‘Oh I love this song’ — before they even see me move.
“And thankfully, the people who run the music side of things were open to the ideas that I had. And I got a lot, I reckon I got 85% of what I wanted over the line, which I’m thrilled about.”
Osher added that he used his extensive experience of working in front of a camera in hosting roles — like on The Bachelor, The Masked Singerand Australian Idol — to improve his performances.
Osher on The Masked Singer Australia. Image: Ten.
“We had all these little tapes up on the side of the wall of the studio to know where the cameras were, so I could understand what was happening. Because I know how that shit works,” he said.
“So I’d be like, there’s a camera here. Can we do a move here that ends with us facing each other? I know the director because we worked on Idol and Mask together and he will love it if we give him something to play with, with this camera here, because it’s got the judges in the background, and sure enough, he took the shot.”
What an icon, we can’t wait to see Osher on the dancefloor!
Dancing with the Stars Australia 2025 premieres on Sunday June 15 at 7pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
Home and Away’sKyle Shilling has joined the cast of Dancing with the StarsAustralia(DWTS) 2025, and he told Chattr just how intense the rehearsals really are.
Each year, a bunch of celebrities are put through the paces on DWTS, tackling technical moves that professional dancers spend years perfecting. The DWTS contestants are thrown in the deep end with a few weeks of intense rehearsals to be dance floor ready for the show.
“It was very gruelling,” Kyle told Chattr. “We had a five-week rehearsal period. I had maybe two days off throughout those five weeks. And each day we were rehearsing for about six hours a day.”
Kyle on Dancing With The Stars. Image: Seven.
And it’s not just learning the steps that the contestants have to master—they also need to be in peak physical condition to handle the intense demands of dancing, which requires stamina, strength, and coordination.
“You want to make sure that your body’s good and free of injuries,” Kyle explained. “So I had a little bit of time to prep myself mentally and physically before the show, which was great. I was going to the gym, I was trying to implement a lot more stretches into my daily routine, and then even just doing a little bit of research on what styles you’re doing to see how the body works.
“Then, obviously, your professional dance partner then drills you every single day to make sure that what you’re doing is as close to a professional standard as possible, without actually having the history of going through those dance styles and learning them from where you should, it was just straight into the deep end.”
What does a typical day of filming Dancing with the Stars 2025 look like?
The live shows were filmed between February 15 and March 5, meaning the season has already wrapped. Each episode was shot in front of a live audience with no retakes, leaving no room for error on stage.
While the rehearsal process sounded intense, Kyle explained that the days when they performed for the live show were even more gruelling.
“A normal day would have been something like, all the contestants rock up and we get into our costumes that we’re wearing for it, and we will do a separate rehearsal with our partners on the space,” Kyle explained.
“Then we’ll do a complete show run-through with all the contestants doing every single little bit, including the hosts, and then we’d have about an hour turnover to get ready, have a quick feed, and then get straight on with the filming of the actual show.”
Wow, I feel tired just reading about the celeb’s intense schedule.
Dancing with the Stars Australia 2025 premieres on Sunday June 15 at 7pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
The Dancing With The Stars 2025 salaries have leaked, and, if the reports are to be believed, there’s a huge pay disparity between some celebrities.
While some of the celebrities reportedly receive a six-figure sum for their time on the reality series, others are paid almost a quarter of that. Admittedly, that is still a pretty nice pay packet for a few weeks of work.
According to That’s The Ticket, a ticketing platform that organised tickets for each of the shows, they were all filmed between February 15 and March 5. But while filming has actually finished, all of the episodes were filmed live, so the pressure was on for the celebs!
As Dancing With The Stars fans will know, the rehearsal schedule for the show is rigorous, and the celebrities are unsurprisingly paid a pretty penny for the time they block out to film. Woman’s Day reported that there were three pay tiers for this year’s cast, which ranged between $27,000 and $100,00 for their appearances.
Osher. Image: Seven.Brittany. Image: Seven.
How much is the Dancing With the Stars 2025 cast paid?
The publication reported that Gold Logie winner Rebecca Gibney, former The Bachelor host Osher Günsberg and comedian Shaun Micallef were the highest-paid cast members on Dancing With The Stars 2025, snagging a cool $100,000 each.
Sitting in the middle tier with a $47,000 paycheck is swimming legend Susie O’Neill, AFL star Trent Cotchin and newsreader Michael Usher.
The publication claimed that the lowest pay was $27,000, and said that podcast host Brittany Hockley, Home and Away actor Kyle Schilling, news presenter Karina Carvalho, actress Felicity Ward, boxer Harry Garsideand influencer Mia Fevola all received that amount.
In recent years the winner of Dancing With The Stars have received an additional $20,000 prize to donate to the charity of their choice. Which is… less than the lowest paid celebrities salary.
Dancing With The Stars premieres on June 15 2025 on Channel 7 and 7plus.
While a bunch of the MAFS cast have signed with talent agents, Rhi and Jeff decided to choose a different route. “Jeff and I, we’re working with a couple of management companies [instead],” Rhi tells Chattr. “We aren’t exclusive to one.”
Interesting! The couple have already established a brand online, and fans will be thrilled to know that Rhi and Jeff love to help each other out with their projects. Jeff has been working on Jeff Eats, his foodie social media account, and Rhi is actually the one behind the camera.
“We help each other. Like I film his food page, so I am the videographer! Got the lights and stuff happening in the background… but to be honest, we’re really just going with the flow. Jeff’s focusing on Jeff Eats,” she spills.
“I’ve got my fitness blog that I’ve had for the last two and a half years, Train In AU, where I blog fitness and recovery spaces. And I’ve recently started the Five For You Challenge [which is] five healthy habits, and [I’ve] got a big following now,” Rhi adds.
“I think it’s really great [to] build a community to help people stay accountable and introduce these healthy habits to their lifestyle, which you know, will help them feel better, physically and mentally.”
Mum and Dad! Image: Nine
Would Rhi and Jeff go back on reality TV after MAFS?
While Rhi and Jeff seem pretty busy after MAFS, if another reality TV opportunity came knocking, the couple wouldn’t necessarily say no. It might take a while, though, because Channel 9 has its claws in them for a little longer yet.
“I’m under contract to Channel Nine I think for another year or so, so [any opportunity would] have to be with Nine for a while. But I wouldn’t say no to another show, for sure,” Rhi reveals.
“Doing something like Travel Guides would be amazing. Travelling around the world and getting documented, you don’t even need to bring a camera, because it’s all getting filmed and seeing new places, and especially doing something like that with Jeff, yeah, that would be incredible.”
Find someone who looks at you the way Rhi looks at Jeff. Image: Nine
The couple were already heavily rumoured to be joining The Block, but Rhi dismisses this speculation. “A lot of people said we’d probably actually fight on The Block, because I’m not handy at all. Look, I could probably paint a room, and I know what looks good. But apart from that I’m not a handy person, I would probably break a nail,” she jokes.
Look, as long as we get Rhi and Jeff back on our screens in some capacity, we don’t mind which show it is! TV producers, please slide into their DMs ASAP.
Is there really such thing as a “villain edit”, or is it just bad behaviour being reflected to the masses? Rhi Disljenkovictells Chattr she doesn’t think producers can force somebody to come across badly on screen.
“I honestly don’t think they would make anyone a villain who wasn’t, because the edit [on MAFS] really was what I saw. And look, I’m not saying this to hurt anybody’s feelings whatsoever. I think a lot of people have said this… a lot of the other cast [members] will say the exact same thing,” she says.
Rhi concedes that parts of storylines can be missed because when you’re filming for long days, the footage has to be condensed into a neat little package for viewers.
“Context is left out of some stories, like there were some things on Retreat, like sequences of events… I apologised sooner than that, I didn’t wait two days,” she explains. “I’m like, well, that wasn’t amazing, but really, the storyline is what happens. It’s what went down.”
However, she is adamant that the edit of MAFS 2025 reflected what she experienced while filming the show. “Villain edits or bad edits? I really don’t agree with that, and I know some people will disagree with me, and they can think what they’d like, but when 80 per cent of the cast are saying the edit is the edit, and it is what it is, well, there’s the answer,” she adds.
Jeff and Rhi on MAFS 2025. Image: Nine
Rhi issues a warning to anybody considering applying for MAFS 2026
While she doesn’t think the “villain edit” exists, Rhi still admits the show can be a “bumpy ride”, so anybody applying for MAFS 2026 needs to be “level-headed and really sure of themselves”.
“You haven’t got a lot of flexibility. When you’re on the show, you can’t just go for a walk if you’re filming… but when you’re not filming, you can’t do whatever you want. So the people that have a very rigid life and like things in a certain way, I would definitely reconsider,” she spills.
“I did struggle for the first few weeks. I’m someone who’s extremely active. I like going to the gym every morning [but] sometimes with the hours, you just go to the gym,” she recalls. “There’s a lot of time that you don’t have your phone, so you are left with your thoughts.
“It’s not jail, but yeah, still it is kind of like a lockdown situation where you just can’t do everything you like.”
Future MAFS contestants, take that as your official warning — you’re gonna need a damn good book to pass the time.
