ICYMI, MAFS 2025 saw a ‘cheating scandal’ erupt between Sierah and Adrian Araouzou after they went out to dinner (with Tony Mojanovski)behindBilly’sback. The drama was rehashed at a Dinner Party, and viewers saw a scene of Sierah and Adrian, which looked like they were playing ‘footsies’ under the table.
Sierah has now taken to Instagram, sharing a screenshot of the ‘footsies’ incident and claiming that it didn’t actually take place, while calling Billy out in the process.
“That doesn’t even look sexy, nor does it actually look like we are touching,” she wrote. “What actually happened was Billy accused me of saying something, then moments later denied it. When I got annoyed, he told me to ‘calm down’ and was actually called out for being controlling by the experts for this.”
Sierah’s story about the ‘footsies’ incident. Image: Instagram.
In a follow-up story, Sierah responded to a fan who said she looked broken at her last commitment ceremony.
“My feelings were never included,” she wrote. “The way I was treated wasn’t shown.” Sierah added that the “lack of context actually speaks volumes”.
Sierah’s follow up story. Image: Instagram.
Billy has moved on from the MAFS drama
An inside source close to Billy told Chattr that Billy is sick of Sierah bringing his name into drama and has “moved on.” However, they doubled down that the relationship between Billy and Sierah was correctly represented on MAFS.
“Let’s be honest, what you saw on TV is what happened,” they said. “Billy never treated her wrongly. It just didn’t work out, and he doesn’t know why she can’t just move on, too.”
I’m not the betting type, but if I were, I wouldn’t put money on it. The MAFS just drama never ends!
Farmer Wants A Wife Australia is often thought of as the wholesome version of other reality TV juggernauts like MAFS and The Bachelor. However, not all is as it seems.
Speaking to Ellen Dunger from last year’s season of Farmer Wants A Wife, Tahlia and Lachlan found out why the once wholesome show is slowly turning into the chaos of MAFS.
“Making a wholesome show more dramatic is just going to do more damage in the long run,” podcast host Tahlia said of the show’s increasing drama.
While most of us are aware of the producer tactics used on MAFS, Ellen revealed that similar tactics are used on FWAW – cultivating a highly emotional atmosphere for the women on the show.
“One day they grilled me dead set for 45 minutes straight and I was just balling my eyes out,” Ellen told the podcast. “They were like, why have all your relationships failed? Do you think you deserve love? Do you love yourself?”
“The next day I had a massive breakdown. I was so tired and then just emotionally you don’t realise how much talking about that sort of stuff actually takes out of you.”
That day, Ellen told producers she wasn’t ok and up to filming – but they made her do it anyway.
Ellen and Farmer Todd on Farmer Wants A Wife 2024. Image: Seven
Another tactic producers would use on Farmer Wants A Wife, is isolating the women without phones, books, magazines or anything to keep them occupied.
Before leaving, Ellen revealed she was locked in a bedroom by producers who wouldn’t tell her what was going on. Later, finding out it was all part of her storyline with Todd the farmer.
“It’s kind of like they would lock you up to make you go crazy,” she said.
Farmer Wants a Wife contestant’s dismal pay
Not only are the conditions of being on the show dire, but the pay is even worse.
For the two and a half weeks Ellen was on FWAW, she revealed that the money she made “wouldn’t have even been $1000”.
What’s worse, is that not only are you not being paid much, but contestants also have to foot the bill for a lot of “out of pocket expenses”.
Simply buying a coffee in town is an out of pocket cost. Plus, all the outfits you’re expected to wear on the show.
According to Daisy, Channel Seven pays the Ladies 60 per cent of what they’re owed once filming wraps. The final 40 per cent isn’t paid out until the show has aired.
“They withhold that money as sort of like, it’s over your head, like if you keep your mouth shut [and] you protect the integrity of Farmer Wants A Wife,” she explains.
While the MAFS girls tend to reach out to dress companies before going on the show, that same culture doesn’t exist for the women on FWAW who have to supply their own dresses and outfits.
In the end, the women who go on Farmer Wants A Wife aren’t necessarily in it for an influencer career in the same way as MAFS contestants. However, with more dramatic storylines and villains – like we’ve seen with Clarette’s villain edit – it wouldn’t be a surprise if FWAW becomes just another MAFS reincarnate.
Lovable dentist Matt Hopcraft returned to the MasterChef Australia 2025 kitchen a decade after his first stint to compete against some of the most impressive contestants of all time for Back to Win.
Amongst the cast is two-time runner upLaura Sharrad, MasterChef Asia judge Audra Morrice and food writer Alana Lowes.
Matt was sent home during a challenge involving “tableside theatre”. In a post-elimination interview, he told Chattr that when he first laid eyes on his fellow competitors, he knew the season was going to be challenging.
Matt serving Poh, Jean-Christophe and Andy his final dessert. Image: Ten.
“I think once you find out that you’re up against some of the big names that have come in that kitchen before and have done really well, who are accomplished chefs, I think that was always going to be really, really tough.
“But, I wanted to push myself to be a little bit more creative, to be a little bit more myself this time around than last time around, and I think I did that. I guess there was a part of me that hoped that I would go further, that hoped that I was in with a chance to win, because that’s why you go on in the first place.”
Of course, fans of MasterChef Australia Back to Win will know that three contestants, Callum Hann, Sarah Todd, and Laura, returned for a third time this season. However, Matt explained that it wasn’t the contestant’s extra time in the MasterChef kitchen that he saw as a threat.
Laura, Callum and Sarah return to MasterChef Australia 2025. Image: Ten.
The three MasterChef Australia contestants that Matt thinks have an advantage
Matt explained that he believes contestants with extensive experience working in kitchens and restaurants have a huge advantage in comparison to other contestants. He named Andre Ursini, Laura and Callum as having the kind of professional background that gives them a significant edge
“Callum and Laura, who have restaurants, and Andre, who’s got a restaurant, those sort of people that you just knew are cooking every day, high-quality food, running services all the time. I think they were, they were clearly the people to watch.
“They’ve definitely got a huge advantage because they are so immersed in food.”
Andre Ursini at his restaurant Orso. Image: Instagram.
Matt referred back to Episode 1, in which Callum headed up their team and they won.
“That for me was [evident] on day one, when we had to do a service challenge for Gordon Ramsay and Callum was our team captain, it was just really obvious. We won because he was able to marshal us into a team, with people that had never met each other and who’d never cooked [together] before. So it’s definitely an advantage.”
Will we see a restaurant owner take out the season? We’ll just have to wait and see!
MasterChef Australia airs on Sunday at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.
Love Triangle 2025‘s ChloeHannigan and BerniePlacido shocked viewers when they struck up a connection outside of their own matches. Both participants were original suitors and were given not one, but two options to date on the show.
However, after Bernie locked eyes with Chloe at the first Dinner Party, it appeared that he’d all but forgotten about hisLove Triangle matches, Jazmin and Marissa. He later made it clear that he was determined to get to know Chloe and slid her a secret letter confessing his feelings.
Chloe told Chattr that she had no idea that Bernie was interested in her before he made his move.
Chloe with the letter from Bernie. Image: Binge.
“I was definitely very surprised at how interested Bernie was from the very start, I was completely oblivious,” she said.
“I genuinely was tunnel-visioned. I didn’t even think to like, look elsewhere, so I had not even the tiniest niggling instincts that that this was happening. I just was like, He’s a really cool guy. I can be quite oblivious to when people fancy me. I’m always like, no, they surely they don’t think that of me.”
However, Bernie’s letter clearly worked, as Chloe secretly met up with him at the final Dinner Party and the couple shared a kiss away from their partners.
So, did Chloe and Bernie stay together in the real world? Let’s dive in!
Chloe and Bernie kissing at the final Dinner Party. Image: Binge.
Chloe and Bernie’s final Love Triangle decision
Chloe found herself in a love square between Emma, Beck and Chloe. It was Beck who removed herself from the situation first, then after Bernie reached out to Chloe and asked her to meet him on final decision day, she decided to break up with Beck, too.
Meanwhile, Bernie got double dumped by Jazmin and Marissa.
Chloe met Bernie at a park for the decision. However, rather than hearing a spiel from Bernie about how he wanted to be with Chloe, viewers saw Chloe take the floor and tell Bernie she wanted to pursue a future with him.
The new couple sealed their fate with a kiss, with Chloe telling the camera that she was feeling “over the moon.”
Chloe and Bernie seal their fate with a kiss. Image: Binge.
Are Chloe and Bernie still together in real life?
Nope! Bernie and Chloe continued to see each other after the Final Decision, but he dumped her one night before the Reunion.
“Bernie and I have been getting to know each other for the past couple of weeks,” Chloe explained.
“Bernie took us on a weekend to the Blue Mountains, things were going really, really, really well. But, last night Bernie told me that he didn’t want to continue pursuing me.
I was told that Bernie didn’t want to continue seeing me because we have different senses of humour.
The rest of the cast ripped into Bernie for his treatment of Jazmin and Marissa. To wrap it all up in a tight little bow, Bernie unofficially became the villain of Love Triangle 2025. Move over, Mike Gunner.
Although Ari Djoric‘s run on Love Triangle 2025 was a bit of a rollercoaster, her relationship with her only suitor, NuriKaya, was pretty smooth sailing.
Ari was initially presented with two matches to text, ‘S’ and ‘N’ — ‘N’ being Nuri and ‘S’ being Sam Carraro, who you may recognise from Married at First Sight (MAFS) 2021. However, after some awkward exchanges between Sam and Ari, he ghosted her, and she ended up meeting up with Nuri, who she hit it off with.
Partway through the season, all of the original suitors had their second pick move into the house, completing the love triangle. While Sam showed up at the house Nuri and Ari were staying in, he left shortly after his arrival.
“Everyone knows that’s not who I would date, ever. She’s not my cup of tea. I just wanted to get out of here,” Sam told a producer. “Get my bag, I’m out.”
Fortunately for Ari, after Sam’s quick cameo, the rest of her time with Nuri continued to go well, and the couple were clearly smitten with one another.
What happened at Ari and Nuri’s Final Decision?
Heading into the Final Decision, Ari shared that she had doubts about whether Nuri was ready for a relationship.
“I just don’t think I can hold another emotionally unavailable man’s hand again, and I always do it,” she explained.
When Ari and Nuri met up for their Final Decision, they both voiced their reservations about a long-distance relationship, but decided to give it a shot outside of the experiment.
“I like you, I like the pace that we’re going at. I guess the last thing to say is, Ari, would you like to join me on a date now outside?” Nuri asked, and Ari accepted.
“We’re two peas in a pod, and that doesn’t come around often. So, yeah, I would like to see how we go on the outside,” she said.
Are Ari and Nuri still together?
While Ari and Nuri arrived at the Love Triangle Reunion looking cosy, they confirmed that they were no longer romantically involved.
“We left, he went back to the Gold Coast, I went back to Melbourne. We texted a bit, I guess, a little bit, but there hasn’t really been anything,” Ari explained.
She added that Nuri’s replies got “more drawn out” and he explained that he struggled with the long distance.
However, not all hope is lost for Ari and Nuri! When the Love Triangle host Chrishell Stause asked if there was any hope for the couple in the future, Nuri said there was a “possibility” if they’re in the same city.
She went as far as to admit that she wishes she self-eliminated from the show, early on in the piece in an interview with Chattr. So, after such a negative experience, would Emma be open to returning for another season?
“Actually, yeah, probably because I’m sick of dating apps,” she told Chattr.
Emma added that while she “definitely” didn’t think her and Farmer Tom were right for each other, she’d be willing to give it a shot with another Farmer.
“I want someone who gives me a chance and can see what I’m like. But yeah, overall, I would definitely [return],” she explained.
“I love the country,” Emma added. “I am a country girl, but I guess there was just nothing there [with Farmer Tom].
Emma on Farmer. Image: Seven.
What did Emma say about self-eliminating from FWAW 2025?
As mentioned, Emma considered leaving Farmer Wants a Wife when she noticed Farmer Tom’s interest in her waning.
“There were moments when I was just like, ‘I don’t know if I want to be here’, but I wanted to make the most of the experience, to try and see if I could form a connection,” she told Chattr.
“I thought about giving [the relationship] a chance because you don’t know. Maybe he’s awkward and shy in some ways, and I just wanted to see if something could progress.
“But looking back, I do feel like I should have left a bit earlier at the first couple of signs — when I realised he wasn’t making eye contact, and I felt not included. I probably should have left earlier.”
At the end of the day, both the Ladies and Farmers are looking to find the connection that’s right for them.
Farmer Wants a Wife airs on Monday and Tuesday nights at 7:30pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
In an exclusive chat with Chattr, she shared some behind-the-scenes secrets, including how much cash the Farmers walk away with.
It turns out the lucky blokes make about $6000 to $7000 for appearing on the show. That’s not too shabby for six to seven weeks of filming, plus they also get an added bonus of finding ~love~.
However, there’s a catch — Channel Seven supposedly only pays the Farmers some of the fee up front, and waits until the show has finished airing to settle up.
“I think [Farmer] Toddwalked away from it — again, it’s a 60/40 thing, so I think they get paid around $3000 when they first start, and then after the show is… they end up with about $6000 or $7000,” Daisy spills.
“Opposed to the women on the farm who get sweet FA.”
The four Farmers on Farmer Wants A Wife 2025. Image: Seven
How much do the Ladies on Farmer Wants A Wife get paid?
Daisy reveals the ladies are paid less than the Farmers on Farmer Wants A Wife, even though they have to do their own hair and makeup as well as provide outfits.
“The women going on the show are paid $80 a day for the days that we’re away. So if you’re only on the show for like a week, then it’s alright, like you only have a week to worry about,” she says.
“But if you’re on the show for four to eight weeks like our season, you get paid sweet FA and you don’t actually get that pay straight away.”
According to Daisy, Channel Seven pays the Ladies 60 per cent of what they’re owed once filming wraps. The final 40 per cent isn’t paid out until the show has aired.
“They withhold that money as sort of like, it’s over your head, like if you keep your mouth shut [and] you protect the integrity of Farmer Wants A Wife,” she explains.
Farmer Thomas meets his intruders. Image: Seven
Daisy Lamb exposes filming conditions on Farmer Wants A Wife
Daisy also tells Chattr filming conditions are rough on Farmer Wants A Wife — so the Ladies definitely deserve to be paid more!
“There were some days where [we] were filming well into like 1am, 2am, and then after filming you would have to send outfits to the production team to get approved for the next day or the next scene,” she spills.
“I got some comments online saying, ‘Why does she always look drunk?’. And I’m like, sis, I’m just tired. We are all just tired.”
Farmer Tom with his Ladies at the start of the season. Image: Seven
Producers would also use techniques to get what they wanted out of contestants, because as we all know, reality TV isn’t exactly real.
“They’ll ask you [the same question] five or six times until you get so frustrated, and you [explode],” she recalls. “They’ll grab that, and they’ll put that into a scene.
“I remember they did that with Todd’s mum. They asked her the same question, and she must have rolled her eyes [as] she was so over it, and then that’s what they grab and that’s what they use.”
That’s spicy! A good reminder for us to never quite believe everything we see play out on screen, especially when it comes to this year’s ‘villain’ Clarette.
Farmer Wants a Wife airs on Monday and Tuesday nights at 7:30pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
She told Chattr that as the show progressed, she felt her initial connection with Farmer Tom grow more distant.
“He never really made eye contact with me, he never really asked me questions. I felt like he was more interested in the other two girls, but I also didn’t feel like he gave me a proper chance to be honest and really tried to get to know me,” she explained.
Emma on Farmer Wants a Wife. Image: Seven.
“I remember feeling like he got closer to the other girls, basically talking to them more and going for walks with them. I felt excluded, to be honest, I felt a little bit left out. I really tried to be my vulnerable and best self.”
When asked if she wishes she had left Farmer Wants a Wife when she first started to feel distance from Farmer Tom, Emma confirmed she did, adding, “But then they’d be down to the top two.”
She explained that while she flirted with the idea of self-eliminating, she didn’t want to wonder what could have been with Farmer Tom.
“There were moments when I was just like, ‘I don’t know if I want to be here’, but I wanted to make the most of the experience, to try and see if I could form a connection.
“I thought about giving [the relationship] a chance because you don’t know. Maybe he’s awkward and shy in some ways, and I just wanted to see if something could progress.
“But looking back, I do feel like I should have left a bit earlier at the first couple of signs — when I realised he wasn’t making eye contact, and I felt not included. I probably should have left earlier.”
Farmer Tom’s OG Ladies. Image: Seven.
Emma weighs in on Bridget and Emmie’s decision to self-eliminate from FWAW 2025
“I can understand why they chose to leave. If I’m being honest, I think it’s a really brave move to leave like that.
“I did check up on Bridget that night to see if she was okay after a few things Bridget’s already mentioned, and I can kind of see her perspective, if I’m being honest.”
Bridget hugging Farmer Tom on FWAW. Image: Seven.
While Emma may not have found love on FWAW, she told Chattr that she’s made some lifelong mates.
“I’ve definitely got amazing friends out of the experience. I’m pretty close to Bridget now. She’s an amazing chick, and I still talk to all of the girls. I get along with all of them.”
FWAW may not have brought Emma love, but it definitely delivered some lasting connections.
Farmer Wants a Wife airs on Monday and Tuesday nights at 7:30pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
There’s been some controversy around Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2025’s Carina Mirabile, after a video Chattr posted showed her wearing what appeared to be a fur coat. The MAFS star has been busy attending Australian Fashion Week shows in Sydney, and she looked striking in a vintage outfit at Carriageworks.
However, fans and animal activists soon latched onto the fact that Carina’s fur coat looked realistic. Wild-animal skins, wild feathers and furs are banned at AFW, and animal activist Bailey (@warriorforanimals) said they had lodged an “official complaint” with AFW.
Carina tells Chattr there has been a misunderstanding because her fur coat was fake.
“It’s not real fur, bought from a vintage store in New York. I wouldn’t wear anything that’s not ethically sourced,” she says.
As for her hair extensions, she told fans her hairstylist also uses “vegan products”, so no animals were harmed for her look.
After years of protesting, AFW was declared wildlife-free for 2025. This includes the runways as well as those attending — meaning the event is more sustainable and compassionate.
“This [is] a reminder that the fashion industry can be a positive force for wildlife, and change the lives of crocodiles, ostriches, minks and more,” Suzanne Milthorpe for World Animal Protection Australia said.
“We are seeing a domino effect of fashion events around Australia and the world rejecting exotic skins, feathers and fur. With this new wildlife policy, Australian Fashion Week [has] joined the growing list of runways that are embracing innovative alternatives to cruelty.”
Carina wearing faux fur. Image: ChattrEven the hair extensions are vegan! Image: Chattr
What have people been saying about Carina’s Australian Fashion Week look?
The original video has had over 150K views on social media, and comments are constantly flowing in.
“She’s wearing fur — time to cancel her,” one person wrote.
“I hope that coat isn’t real fur,” another worried viewer added.
“I hope that’s [a] faux fur jacket,” a third pointed out.
Carina says it’s “worrying” people were so quick to jump to conclusions.
“People are so quick to judge in this day and age and it’s worrying and detrimental on people’s lives. We are not robots. If people have nothing nice to say, they should n’t say anything at all,” she tells us.
“There is already enough cruelty in the world, people shouldn’t add to it, but try and make it a better peaceful place.”
At least everybody is agreeing that real fur is out and faux fur is the way to go! Let’s just not cancel someone before we know all the facts next time.
The Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2025 cast have been busy launching their influencer careers, but Adrian Araouzou’s path to fame seems to be over before it even really began. On May 5, it was announced that he had been signed to Roxy Jacenko’s talent agency, Ministry of Talent. Just one week later, he was quietly dropped.
Adrian tells Chattr he believes it’s due to the backlash Roxy would have received after signing him.
“I can understand [Roxy’s] point of view [if she received] backlash. People hate seeing people do good and unfortunately, a lot of people will do the most to make sure I don’t,” he says.
He doesn’t think it was any of his fellow MAFS contestants — even estranged ex Awhina Rutene — who contacted Roxy, but others from his past. The backlash Roxy received could have possibly been about Adrian’s past legal issues, where he was acquitted of domestic violence charges against a former partner.
The MAFS star claims he’s not looking for another manager or wanting to sign with a different talent agency, and instead has other plans.
“Now I have had time to think, I have my own business and want to build my own personal brand just as I was before the show, not just promote every business for a dollar,” he adds.
Ministry of Talent’s announcement post. Image: Facebook
When was Adrian dropped from Roxy Jacenko’s agency?
Roxy shared a post of Adrian on May 5, welcoming him to the Ministry of Talent.
“Thrilled to announce that Adrian is now represented by the Ministry of Talent for social media collabs and appearances! Get in touch for opportunities,” the Instagram caption read.
The post has since been deleted and a week after the announcement, Adrian sneakily deleted the Ministry of Talent mention from his TikTok bio.
I guess we won’t see Adrian spruiking influencer products on our feeds now, which is probably a good thing.
Remember Emma from Farmer Wants A Wife 2020, who was in the running for Farmer Nick’s heart? According to one fan, she may have made an appearance on First Dates Australia years prior to the show.
“One week ago Season 3 Episode 2 of First Dates Australia was available to watch on 7Plus. Emma was on this episode, plus another and her persona and behaviour was entirely different to what we have seen on Farmer Wants A Wife,” a fan theorised in a Facebook fan group.
“I just wonder, was she acting then or now or both? I’m thinking a planted actor in both.”
Image: SevenImage: Seven
Are Farmer Wants A Wife contestants paid actors?
Some people were sceptical, saying it didn’t look anything like FWAW’s Emma — but it wasn’t long before others started sharing some very juicy secrets about the casting process.
And folks, buckle up, because these secrets are wild!
“I had a friend go on FWAW in one [of the] first few seasons. Back then the girls were actually genuine applicants… the ‘Farmers’ [were a] different story. Her ‘Farmer’ wasn’t actually a farmer; he was scouted and had no interest in being on FWAW,” one person claimed. “Think both the men and women of the show now are scouted and the whole thing is scripted.”
Farmer Thomas with his Ladies. Image: Seven
Another said she had a friend whose son had been contacted by producers.
“I have a friend whose young son has been approached the last three years to see if he wants to go on the show,” she spilled.
“Same with Clarette, I bet my bottom dollar that she is also an actor,” the fan guessed.
“Yep, just put in there to spice things up,” another agreed.
Farmer Thomas and Clarette on the show. Image: Seven
However, since Chattr uncovered a massive spoiler (look away if you don’t want to ruin the show), it’s unlikely Clarette is an actor… seeing as she ends up with Farmer Thomas!!! The pair are said to be living together on Thomas’ farm, much to the disappointment of fans.
Farmer Wants a Wife airs on Monday and Tuesday nights at 7:30pm on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
It’s official! The Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2025stars have their Instagram and TikTok accounts back and yes, they’re already doing a whole bunch of Instagram AMAs.
And there’s already some hints of drama, with Sierah Swepstonereturning to Instagram to allude that she’ll be speaking out soon about her treatment on the show.
Here’s a roundup of what everyone has been up to in the first 24 hours since getting their accounts back
Rhi Disljenkovic and Jeff Gobbels
Rhi and Jeff are still going strong. Image: Instagram
MAFS’ one and only power couple Rhi and Jeff are still going strong. Rhi did a brief AMA answering fans’ questions about her hair and skincare, while Jeff debuted his upcoming new cooking series, Jeff Eats.
Jamie Marinos
Jamie and Eliot are still fanning the rumours they’re dating. Image: Instagram
Jamie’s AMA had her dodging questions about Dave but sharing her skincare tips and advice. She also showcased a cheeky visit from Eliot, whom she’s rumoured to be dating. We’ll keep watching this space!
Awhina Rutene
MAFS’ Awhina took aim at ex Adrian on TikTok. Image: TikTok
Awhina’s TikTok taking aiming at Adrian Araouzou and calling him out for gaslighting has already nearly gained 500k views.
Awhina was also quick to jump on the Instagram AMA trend, quickly clearing up rumours she was dating Billy Belcher (they’re just friends, sorry everyone!), and revealing she flew home five times over the filming of MAFS to be able to see her son. She also stated she and Adrian are no longer friends or in contact.
Carina Mirable
It was straight into publicity and Fashion Week for Carina. Image: Instagram
It was straight into business for MAFS’ Season 12 fashionista Carina, as she went to Australian Fashion Week with her mum, with Jamie also popping up to join them at some stage.
Adrian Araouzou
MAFS’ Adrian. Image: Instagram
Another person to hit up Fashion Week was Adrian. He’s back using Instagram to also show off his baking skills.
Paul Antoine
Meanwhile Carina’s ex Paul took to Instagram and he’s just straight up chilling by his pool.
Sierah Swepstone
Sierah said she’ll have more to reveal soon. Image: Instagram
Sierah uploaded a series of Instagram Stories, with one story saying, “Isolation is a form of psychological abuse.” She’s also uploaded an AMA, but has yet to answer any fan questions.
Billy Belcher
Billy went straight onto Instagram Live.
Billy was stoked to jump back on Instagram and going straight into some Instagram Lives. “I can’t wait to hear from all you guys,” Billy said in an announcement video. “Now it’s time to have some fun now we’ve got the socials back.”
Beth Kelly
Beth didn’t hold back in her AMA. Image: Instagram
Beth jumped onto an AMA, and the intruder bride didn’t hold back. She happily shared that Lauren Hall was her least favourite co-star and that her favourite part of filming the whole show was the Dinner Parties.
We all like a man who can poke a bit of fun at himself, but no AMAs yet from Teejay.
Ashleigh Ackerman
Ash thanked MAFS fans for their support. Image: Instagram
She may not have been on the show for long, and she was off socials even longer. Ash, who was once partnered with Jake Luik, took to Instagram to thank people for their messages of support after her stint on MAFS 2025.
If you’ve ever dreamt of holidaying like the ultra-rich—think chefs-on-call, jaw-dropping views, infinity pools, and $20,000-a-night villas—BINGE’s newest reality TV show, Billion Dollar Playground, is your backstage pass to that fantasy life… and I should know. I was actually there!
Yes, I was fortunate enough (and admittedly a bit nervous) to be the primary guest in the first two episodes of this lavish new show with a bunch of my glamorous girlfriends. From the moment I stepped off our private jet onto the red carpet that was rolled out for us, I knew I was in for a luxurious wild ride.
The show is best described as part Below Deck and part Luxury Escapes. It is set inside Australia’s most elite short-stay homes, managed by the high-end concierge company Luxico.
My friend and I on Billion Dollar Playground. Image: Binge.
Billion Dollar Playground follows a team of hospitality pros catering to the kind of clientele who think nothing of demanding helicopter-delivered oysters or fireworks displays on 48 hours’ notice. The team includes everyone from butlers to private chefs, all working overtime to anticipate every outrageous guest request.
Our group appeared in Episodes 1 and 2 of the show, and I finally got a chance to see the finished product recently. Whilst we did experience a few hiccups during our stay, it was only when I watched the first episode that I realised all the drama that was unfolding around me.
My group on Billion Dollar Playground. Image: supplied.
What it was like behind the scenes as a primary guest on Episode 1 of Billion Dollar Playground
Episode 1 kicked off with a bang as Head Concierge Salvatoretries to lead his team to prepare the house for our arrival. The conflict between Salvatore and Heaven was one of the core storylines of the first episode as they continually clashed.
Things only got more tense as new concierge Jasminejoined the team and created more conflict with Heaven upon her arrival. I was shocked because Heaven treated us like royalty the whole time and she was vibrant and energetic – always coming up with creative ideas for us, that enhanced our stay.
Then there was the debacle of the missing vintage Dom Perignon (which my group paid a lot of $$ for). Luckily, Jasmine stated that she knew what would distract our group, wheeling out the hunky chefs!
Whilst the good looks and charms of the male crew were noticed by the ladies, they were dismissed by fellow guest, Monika, who had plenty to complain about throughout both episodes.
Posing for a photo. Image: Binge.
Chefs Matt and George did their best to keep us distracted from the delay with delicious canapés, but things got tense when the $2,000 caviar was being served with no champagne in sight. It was lucky that the team’s Handyman, Jay, turned up with a replacement bottle just in time, or he would have had a lot of thirsty ladies to contend with.
Following that, unbeknownst to the chefs and the crew, I had invited two of my friends to join us for dinner and one guest, Athanasia, brought her dog Saki.
As dogs are not allowed in the house, Salvatore had a visible meltdown. He contacted the owner for approval, and we agreed to pay extra cleaning fees. Matt and George were (rightfully) not happy to cater for last-minute guests and Saki – especially after the Michelin-hatted chefs were asked to prepare dog food for Saki.
Things only got more chaotic for the crew with the trip to Luna Park for our dessert experience. At the time, we had no idea what was going on behind the scenes. We were delighted to be chauffeured to Luna Park in a decked-out party Limo — until we arrived and had to wait more than half an hour.
The viewers missed out on seeing us dancing in the limousine, Beyoncé style. In the end, the wait was so worth it. The private Luna Park experience was nothing short of magical. We loved Matt and George’s dessert masterpiece so much that we all had seconds!
Chef George serving us food. Image: Binge.
From the luxurious villas to the wild party scenes (which I may or may not have danced through in Ep 2), Billion Dollar Playground is pure escapism. Whether you’re watching for the ultra-lux locations, the staff drama, or to live vicariously through the guests, you won’t want to miss a second.
The preview for Ep 2 shows the conflict with Salvatore and Heaven becoming explosive. Demands from my group start to border on obnoxious and I deliver some constructive feedback to Jasmine. I can’t talk about it till next week, but trust me things some how get even more dramatic.
Billion Dollar Playground episodes drop weekly from May 13 on BINGE and Foxtel.
Like all of the MasterChef Australia Back to Win 2025 contestants, Steph de Sousa has competed on the cooking show before. Her first stint was back in 2019 on Season 11, which was the last season featuring original judges Gary Mehigan, George Calombaris and Matt Preston.
From season 12, Andy Allen, Melissa Leong and the late Jock Zonfrillo took over until Season 16, when Andy, Sofia Levin,Poh Ling Yeow and Jean-Christophe Novelli fronted the judges panel.
Looking back on her first experience on MasterChefAustralia, Steph told Chattr that the change-up in judges has affected the feel of the show.
“It has changed a lot,” she said in an interview after being eliminated during the May 11 episode.
Original MasterChef judges Gary Mehigan, George Calombaris and Matt Preston. Image: Ten.
“I was the last season with Gary, George and Matt as the judges. So the kitchen is a very different place now, I think it’s perhaps a bit more playful and not quite as serious as what it was.
“The competition is still serious, but I think the atmosphere is perhaps a bit more relaxed and a bit more jovial than it was. Neither of them are better than each other. It’s just a very different place than what it was.”
Steph added that she found being judged by French chef Jean-Christophe a particularly fun experience, but is a fan of all four judges.
“I hadn’t met Jean Christophe before, so it was interesting meeting him. He’s a very unique character. It was great. It’s just a very different, they have a very different approach. And obviously I know Poh quite well, and I’ve met Andy a few times. So, it was nice.”
MasterChef 2025 judges Andy, Poh, Sofia and Jean-Christophe. Image: Ten.
Does Steph de Sousa agree with the judge’s critiques at her elimination?
Steph was placed on a team with Jamie, Steph, Andre, Snezana, Tim, and Matt during the episode that aired on May 11. They were asked to nominate one person to go up against two other contestants in a Cube Taste Test, and chose Jamie. Unfortunately for them, Jamie incorrectly identified a strawberry cube, and their entire team was sent through to the elimination round.
In the elimination round, Steph cooked Crispy Pork Belly with Belachan Sauce, and she seemed happy with her dish when she served it up to the judges. However, Andy said there was too much Belachan in her caramel sauce, and Jean-Christophe pointed out that the fat on the pork hadn’t rendered, leading to her elimination.
Steph’s final dish on MasterChef Back to Win 2025. Image: Ten.
Looking back at her dish, Steph told Chattr that she’s proud of what she created, and loves the strong taste of Belachan in the sauce.
“I was actually really happy with my dish. So it’s always disappointing when you go out on something that you like,” Steph told Chattr in a post-elimination interview.
“I still stand by it, which is probably stupid,” Steph laughed. “I really liked it. I really honestly felt that the sauce kind of balanced out the fattiness of the pork, but you know, everyone’s got different palettes, and I do like things that are really funky and really strong.”
MasterChef Australia airs on Sunday at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.
Want to fill that MAFS-shaped hole in your life? Well, don’t fret, because Australia is being gifted with a new show from Seven that’s set to cause quite the rumble on televisions across the country – Stranded on Honeymoon Island.
Endemol Shine Australia, which is the production team for Married At First Sight, are behind the new Australian series, which has been dubbed “the most extreme dating show ever seen on TV”. While it’s new in Australia, the series has international versions.
Ahead, everything you need to know about Stranded on Honeymoon IslandAustralia, including what it’s about, who will be on it, and when it’s hitting our screens.
Stranded on Honeymoon Island couple. Image: Seven.
When is Stranded on Honeymoon Island coming out?
It’s been a long wait! Stranded on Honeymoon Island was originally meant to hit our screens in 2024, but it got pushed back… a lot. Fortunately, we finally have an approximate air date for the dating series, and it’s not far away.
Stranded on Honeymoon Island Australia will officially air in June 2025. However, there’s no exact date just yet.
A couple kissing on Stranded on Honeymoon Island. Image: Seven.
What is Stranded on Honeymoon Island about?
Stranded on Honeymoon Island follows a group of singles as they try to find love on a remote island.
Having exhausted every dating prospect on home turf, these hopeful singles are down to their last resort: a remote dating journey. After a speed dating event, couples will be matched and marry, before they are dramatically stranded on a deserted island for 21 days in nothing but their wedding attire.
Removed from all modern dating obstacles, with no devices, no distractions, and nowhere to hide, these brave couples will live and breathe their new relationship… and get involved in some drama, of course.
Who is in the cast?
The cast hasn’t been released yet. However, you can catch a glimpse of them in the trailer below. Radio host Jackie O will narrate the season.
Is there a trailer?
A new trailer dropped on May 13, 2025. Watch it below.
Stranded on Honeymoon Island will air on Channel 7 and 7Plus in June.
When Steph de Sousa first appeared on MasterChefAustralia Season 11 back in 2019, she had a fulfilling job as an HR manager, but craved working in the food industry.
Fast forward to 2025, and Steph’s culinary career has blown up. She has almost three million followers on social media, a recipe website, two cookbooks, and even hosts her own TV show, Frugal Foodie. And if that weren’t enough, she also returned to compete on MasterChef Australia: Back to Win 2025.
While Steph is undoubtedly one of the most accomplished contestants to ever emerge from the MasterChef Australia franchise, she told Chattr that she attributes her success to hard work.
“I spent a long time creating content that didn’t do very well, and just kept plugging at it and perfecting my videos and really working out what it was that people wanted to see,” she explained.
Steph was eliminated from MasterChef Back to Win 2025 in the May 11 episode after she cooked a Pork Belly with Bechamel Sauce. While Steph told Chattr that she was disappointed to leave early on in the competition, she added that she’s so grateful for the support she’s received from her followers.
Steph on MasterChef Season 11. Image: Ten.
Steph de Sousa’s followers began to rise once she found her niche
Steph placed 12th on Season 11 of MasterChefAustralia and told Chattr that her time on the show lit a fire inside of her to pursue a career in the cooking industry.
“I was a HR manager for a government department, and it was a great job, but I would say it was slowly sucking my soul out of me, because I just knew that I just loved cooking, and I’d always wanted to work in that industry.
“So getting on MasterChef was a bit like, I was 46 if I didn’t do it, then I was never going to do it. So I just decided I was just going to jump all in and have a really good crack and see if I could make it.”
Steph said that her social media started to gain traction quickly when she began tailoring her posts to the needs of busy, working Australians.
“I always say that the day I stopped being a food snob was when I really started to take off on social media. Because people just want things that are real, you know, they want stuff that they can recreate.
“They want it quick and easy and tasty. They want to be able to buy the ingredients from the supermarket and not have to go and source it from somewhere unusual.
“So since I started making those kind of recipes and that kind of content, things really took off for me, which was just great. And I just love being able to provide — I really do feel what I do is a service of people — and I really love to be able to give them those recipes.”
Steph de Sousa is grateful for the community she’s created
With 1.3 million followers on Instagram, 678,000 on TikTok and 808,000 on Facebook, it’s safe to say that Steph is a household name for Australian home cooks. She told Chattr that she’s so appreciative that her loyal fans have helped her achieve her dream career.
“I’m doing exactly what I want to do every single day, which was always my goal,” she said.
“And I get so many amazing experiences, and I get to meet some really incredible people, and I have the most amazing followers who are always messaging me and stopping me in the street and telling me how much they love their recipes or asking for me to do a particular recipe.
“Honestly, it’s just so great.”
While we’ll miss seeing Steph on our screens during MasterChef episodes, we’ll be one of the millions tuning into her cooking on social media!
MasterChef Australia airs on Sunday at 7pm and Monday – Wednesday at 7:30pm on Channel 10 and 10Play.
Today is finally the day the Married At First Sight (MAFS) 2025 cast get their social media accounts back, but a few stray participants who have already been going rogue on Instagram just had a rather awkward run in.
Host, Carly, told Chattr that the situation was “wild” with the Instagram Live going over two hours in total, with more clips to come.
“It started with Dave joining, then Katie, and then Jacqui and Clint. Katie left then jumped back on after to tell her side,” Carly explained. “I have since talked to Katie and it seems like they [Katie and Jacqui] won’t be friends anytime soon.
“So much drama has happened since the cameras were dropped and as someone who interviewed and was invested in the contestants the whole season I think we need a follow-up reunion!” Carly said.
Watch the awkward moment MAFS’ Katie ignores Jacqui and Clint
As Jacqui and Clint joined, Katie quickly jumped off, returning later when the pair exited the call.
“We feel bad about Katie leaving,” Jacqui said, before saying it was all due to a controversy starringMAFS 2024 star Lucinda Light.
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“What happened was Lucinda commented in support of Ryan [Donelly] on a post and I messaged Lucinda saying ‘Hey, just so you know Ryan is not the victim here’,” Jacqui said, saying she sent Lucinda receipts about Ryan “lying”.
The couple went on to explain that Clint then did a post saying “wilful blindness isn’t an excuse”, with Lucinda later deleting her comment to Ryan. They then pointed out that Lucinda had done “the same” for Katie and “supported Katie” when news of her “tax fraud” situation broke.
“It landed poorly for her, and she [Katie] took it to heart,” Clint said on the Live.
Katie then appeared back on the chat solo to explain her side, and said she felt as though the situation was about “dragging Lu down and pulling me in.”
As aforementioned, Lucinda had previously left a comment on an Instagram post of Ryan Donnelly’s, where he had uploaded an inspirational motto the day after he was filmed exiting Campbelltown Courthouse after his AVO application hearing against Jacqui, with the mention being adjourned until June 24.
AVOs generally prohibit certain behaviour with the aim of protecting the person who lodges it. Ryan’s claims are unproven as the case is still before the courts.
“You can remember the person you were before today. The person that made where you are possible. Made it real. Who you were might not have been capable. Emotions ran wild as you faced every strange challenge. But they were always deserving of love. Loving yourself, flaws and all, makes tomorrow possible,” Ryan’s Instagram post read, teamed with a mirror selfie.
Lucinda then left a comment saying, “Good on you Ryan. Stand strong. Share your love and your lessons xxx”.
Lucinda’s original comment on Ryan’s Instagram post. Image: Instagram
Clint then took to his Instagram Stories to call her out, saying, “Ignorance and wilful blindness is no excuse.”
“Your ‘loving’ deed on social media is perpetuating abuse and harm,” Clint’s story read. “Ignoring an issue makes you a tacit supporter of it.”
Lucinda’s comment then appeared to be deleted from Ryan’s Instagram post, and in a statement to Chattr she said, “I’d like to wish them all peace, love and resolve.”
What is Katie Johnston’s business controversy?
Jacqui and Clint mentioned Katie’s business controversy, so in case you need a quick refresher, here goes!
Katie describes herself as the CEO of a social enterprise group of restaurants that provides emergency food aid, education, housing, and employment opportunities to youth in Peru. However, after Katie’s journey on MAFS, it was reported that the company that owned the restaurants – Wild The Lifestyle Co PTY – went into liquidation in 2023, owing more than $400,000, which included $150,000 of unpaid superannuation.
Katie told The Sunshine Coast Daily that a payment plan was in place to repay the debt, citing Covid as a big factor. “Covid ruined a lot of businesses and continues to ruin people’s lives as we struggle with the cost of living and mass business closures,” she said.
Australian Survivor 2025’s Morgan Mitchell has given birth to twin girls. The former Olympian shared the happy news on Mother’s Day in an Instagram post, revealing their beautiful names.
“Honey + Maya,” Morgan captioned two black and white photos and one video of the babies, along with a white love heart and a bow and arrow emoji.
Morgan didn’t specify when her girls were born, but her last pregnancy photo was on May 1 when she shared a photo of her graduation, while proudly showing off her pregnant belly.
“Congratulations guys, the hair. How gorgeous,” Laura Noonan wrote, while Logan Johannisencommented, “Congrats mumma!”.
Karin GunatilakeandLaura Darras also shared their congratulations, with the latter writing that Morgan had chosen “Stunning names.”
Morgan and Karin during a challenge on Australian Survivor. Image: Ten.
Morgan conceived straight after she left Australian Survivor
Morgan was the fifth castaway sent to Jury Villa. However, she decided to skip staying at the villa and returned straight home instead, which turned out to be a life-changing move.
While Australian Survivor was airing, Morgan posted an Instagram story sharing exactly when she got pregnant.
“Two-three days after I got home from Samoa, Tom and I conceived. We worked out the dates with our doctor,” she explained.
“I just missed him and didn’t care what happened… four weeks later, pregnant with twins,” she added.
Morgan shared when she conceived to her Instagram story on April 2. Image: Instagram.
Congrats to Morgan and her husband Tom!
Stream Australian Survivor 2025: Brain v Brawn II on 10play.
Married at First Sight (MAFS) was an absolute rollercoaster this season, but in good news the 2025 participants are due to get their social media back on May 12 and we can’t wait for the next wave of drama to unfold.
Two inside sources previously told Chattr they’d be back on Instagram and TikTok as of today, so we’re keeping our eyes peeled to see who drops the first AMA!
MAFS bride Awhina Rutenealso dropped on her burner Instagram account last night that she’d be moving back onto her main profile at some stage today.
Awhina dropped on her Instagram account that she’ll be back on her main account today Image: Instagram
MAFS’ Eliot drops when MAFS cast will get their TikTok accounts back
Eliot Donovan is one of the cheeky cast members who went rogue during the season and has amassed a huge following on TikTok with over 260k followers on his new account @not_eliotd.
In a recent TikTok he posted with Carina Mirable and Jamie Marinos ahead of a club appearance, Eliot dropped that the cast would be getting their social media back sometime next week, saying it would be in “10 days” after a fan asked when Carina would be back on TikTok.
MAFS’ Jamie reveals when the 2025 cast get their Instagram and TikTok accounts back
Jamie previously told the Stav, Abby & Matt Show that the cast won’t get their Instagram and TikTok accounts back until sometime in May, saying anyone currently active on their original personal accounts has “hacked” the system.
“The people who have got it [social media] back, are the people who have hacked in,” Jamie said. “So my ex-husband [Dave Hand], who has hacked in to post thirst traps, Jacqui [Burfoot] has been going rogue, my new love interestEliot [Donovan] has always had a separate account,” Jamie then laughed.
The reason why MAFS stars don’t get their accounts back straight away
“You gotta wait until it finishes airing in the UK,” Jamie confirmed. “It’s actually a really good duty of care, imagine how many people would be messaging, like, Adrian [Araouzou] that they hate him.”
Jamie also said Channel Nine doesn’t go into the participants’ accounts, with DMs disabled, and social media posts all managed via a third-party app.
Which MAFS stars are active on social media right now?
As Jamie mentioned, there’s been a few MAFS stars go rogue this season, most notably Jacqui, Eliot, Adrian, and Ryan who have all regained some control over their own narratives as the show has aired.
Morena Farinaalso used her DJ account to get her story across, and participants like Lauren Hall apparently never handed over access in the first place.
Dave, Veronica [Cloherty], and Clint [Rice] are all people who managed to get back into their original accounts, with Clint telling Chattr: “I was literally just there one night. I was on my TikTok on my other account. And I was like, Oh, I might just try and add my other one. I added it, then I used my face ID and opened it and I was in!”
If you’ve been chronically online over the past weekend, you may have noticed that two prominent Australian women have been feuding online, with Abbie Chatfieldhitting back at Clementine Ford after finding out the “dehumanising” things the Aussie author and activist had been saying about her.
Calling out Clementine for calling her a “narcissist” amongst other things, Abbie eventually broke down in tears over some of Clementine’s claims. “It’s all so hurtful and I don’t know where it’s come from,” Abbie said in a series of Instagram Stories.
Influencer watchdog account Dutchminty posted a screenshot about the feud. Image: Instagram/Dutchyminty.
Who is Clementine Ford?
Clementine Ford is an Australian feminist writer and activist known for her views on gender equality, misogyny, and social justice. She’s the author of four books: Fight Like A Girl, Boys Will Be Boys, I Don’t: The Case Against Marriage, and How We Love: Notes on a Life.
Clementine rose to fame with her role as a columnist for The Age and Sydney Morning Herald, as she tackled issues like misogyny, mental health, online harassment, consent and rape culture, and gender inequality in a direct and unapologetic tone.
As well as her work as a columnist and author, Clementine has given Tedx Talks, appeared on panels and shows like ABC’s Q&A, and hosted her own podcasts Dear Clementine and Untethered. She often uses her social media platforms to call out influential figures, target misogyny and harassment, and bring awareness to social issues.
In recent years, she has used her platform to highly the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and criticise political parties and the media for their complicity and bias.
What exactly is going on between Clementine Ford and Abbie Chatfield?
Clementine recently publicly criticised Abbie, accusing her of performative activism. In one of her Substack newsletters titled ‘The Deep Dive: Trad Wives, liberal white women and the appeal of fascism to both’, Clementine mentioned Abbie, saying:
“This is why we have Australian influencers like Abbie Chatfield profiting from the performance of being politically engaged and presenting herself as a voice of feminist and political authority, while railing against anyone who demands more from her than shallow aphorisms and platforming genocide supporters. Everyone who criticises her is an idiot. They clearly don’t understand how things work. They have no strategy. They’re being mean to her. They’re jealous of her podcast and her university degree. She’s hotter than them. Everyone who disagrees with her is a troll.”
Abbie has since said she’s had people send her various things Clementine’s said about her, claiming that Clementine has attacked Abbie’s character numerous times in Instagram comments and threads, as well as her Substack.
Another one of Clementine’s Instagram Stories. Image: Instagram.cm
Abbie said Clementine can criticise her work anytime she wants, but begged the outspoken feminist to stop “lying” about her character. “You can criticise my content, but I am begging you to stop lying about my intentions and stop saying I have a personality disorder, this is so fucking triggering, I just want it to stop,” Abbie cried.
The two weren’t always on bad terms, with Abbie interviewing Clementine back in 2020 for her podcast It’s A Lot.
“Abbie gets to interview someone she greatly admires and fan girls along the way, Clementine Ford,” the podcast description reads. “Abbie and Clementine answer some questions about having sex while being insecure (for various reasons) and then do a deep dive into the male gaze.”
Clementine is yet to publicly address Abbie’s latest Instagram Stories.
