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The Farmer Wants a Wife
2016 logo
GenreReality
Presented by
Opening theme
Country of originAustralia
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons13
No. of episodes104
Production
Producers
Running time60 minutes (including commercials)
Original release
NetworkNine Network
Release24 October 2007 (2007-10-24) –
26 September 2012 (2012-09-26)
Release1 February (2016-02-01) –
14 March 2016 (2016-03-14)
NetworkSeven Network
Release26 July 2020 (2020-07-26) –
present

The Farmer Wants a Wife is an Australian reality television series based on the British reality show Farmer Wants a Wife. The first eight seasons, hosted by Natalie Gruzlewski, aired on the Nine Network between 2007 and 2012, with a ninth season, hosted by Sam McClymont broadcast in 2016. A tenth season aired on the Seven Network when the series was revived for the second time in 2020.

Production

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Nine Network iteration (2007–12, 2016)

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The series was commissioned by Nine Network and the first season premiered in 24 October 2007. Nine aired eight seasons from 2007 to 2012 before it was eventually cancelled. In May 2015, Nine Network announced the series would be revived for a ninth season.[1] Hosted by Sam McClymont, it premiered on 1 February 2016.[2] Nine chose not to further renew the show.[3]

Seven Network iteration (2020–present)

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In October 2019, it was reported that the Seven Network had commissioned a new season of the show,[4] on 23 October 2019, the series was officially confirmed for revival by Seven at their 2020 Upfronts.[5][6] In December 2019, Natalie Gruzlewski announced she would be returning as series host.[7] The tenth season began airing on 26 July 2020.[8] The title dropped the leading 'The', giving the show the same name as the original British version.

In August 2020, the series was renewed by Seven Network for a second season for 2021, making it the 11th season all up, Gruzlewski returned as host.[9] The eleventh season began airing on 4 July 2021.[10] In July 2021, the series was renewed by Seven Network for a third season for 2022 (being that of the twelfth season overall) which began airing on 4 September 2022, with Gruzlewski as host.[11] In October 2022, the series was renewed for a fourth season (13th overall) by Seven.[12] In February 2023, it was announced Sam Armytage will co-host the series alongside Gruzlewski.[13] In October 2023, the series was renewed for a fifth season (14th overall) by Seven.[14] In February 2024, the first promo was aired which also revealed the farmers.[15] The 2024 season will air on 14 April 2024.[16]

The fourteenth series was Armytage’s last series as host as she signed with the Nine Network in October 2024.[17][18] Gruzlewski will return as host in 2025.[19]

Series overview

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Series overview for Farmer Wants A Wife
SeriesEpisodesOriginally airedAverage ViewersAverage Rank
First airedLast airedNetwork
1624 October 2007 (2007-10-24)28 November 2007 (2007-11-28)Nine Network1,250,0006
2630 June 2008 (2008-06-30)4 August 2008 (2008-08-04)1,381,0008
3811 February 2009 (2009-02-11)1 April 2009 (2009-04-01)1,207,0006
483 August 2009 (2009-08-03)14 September 2009 (2009-09-14)1,191,0008
5828 July 2010 (2010-07-28)15 September 2010 (2010-09-15)1,247,0008
689 February 2011 (2011-02-09)30 March 2011 (2011-03-30)914,0009
7822 August 2011 (2011-08-22)3 October 2011 (2011-10-03)975,0007
8915 August 2012 (2012-08-15)26 September 2012 (2012-09-26)895,00010
981 February 2016 (2016-02-01)14 March 2016 (2016-03-14)662,00015
101026 July 2020 (2020-07-26)24 August 2020 (2020-08-24)Seven Network895,0005
11134 July 2021 (2021-07-04)21 July 2021 (2021-07-21)787,0007
12134 September 2022 (2022-09-04)4 October 2022 (2022-10-04)574,0008
131510 April 2023 (2023-04-10)22 May 2023 (2023-05-22)633,0006
141914 April 2024 (2024-04-14)26 May 2024 (2024-05-26)TBATBA

Farmers

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Number of farmers home states
States Series Total
(by state)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
New South Wales 4 4 3 2 1 2 1 2 3 3 3 2 30
Queensland 3 1 2 1 2 12
South Australia 1 1 2 7
Victoria 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 1 1 19
Western Australia 1 3 1 2 1 8
Tasmania 1 1 1 3
Total 6 6 6 7 6 6 6 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 79

Seasons

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Season 1 (2007)

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Farmer Age Location Quote
Drew 32 Mudgee, NSW "I have a cheeky nature... the lovable brat. There is never a dull moment in my life."
Brad 30 Swan Hill, Vic "Really I'd like to settle down with a woman who's not so ready and wants to share her journey with me."
Gus 32 Warren, NSW "I come from a close and happy family and firmly believe this has made me the happy confident person I am today."
Jon 28 Deniliquin, NSW "I hope to find a person with an easy going nature to share the good and bad times together."
Craig 27 West Wyalong, NSW "I am looking for a girl that would be with me for the right reason; start a new life and then see where we would end up."
Chris 34 Tamworth, NSW "You get a long way in life with a smile and a friend, someone who can laugh at themselves."

Season 2 (2008)

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Farmer Age Location Quote
Rob 42 Mount Gambier, SA "It hasn't all been easy, but the most difficult part is having no partner to share it all with."
James 36 Deniliquin, NSW "Once I enter a relationship with someone I am intensely loyal."
Mick 24 Goulburn, NSW "My female friends describe me as the perfect catch for any lady."
Howie 29 Weabonga, NSW "I have a fair amount of determination. I need someone with equal or more amounts to keep me in line and to handle country life."
Ben 30 Jamberoo, NSW "I'm now ready for someone to settle with and share what I have with me."
Nick 27 Wahgunyah, Vic "I pride myself as a bit of a gentlemen – that is the way I have been brought up."

Season 3 (2009)

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Farmer Age Location Quote
Jenny Blake 32 Tumbarumba, NSW "I'm into serious relationships, not casual flings or time wasters."
Andrew Hall 25 Manoora, SA "I like to brighten someone's day when they are down."
Paul McDonald 36 Tarcutta, NSW "I am not afraid to show affection in public."
Ralph Lyster 29 Mandurah, WA "The Playboy farmer"
Tim Farr 26 Mulwala, NSW "The good looking one"
Damian Atkins 29 Caveside, Tas "the Tasmanian"

Season 4 (2009)

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Farmer Age Location Note
Brad Crane 29 Lithgow, NSW
Scott Warby 28 Mungindi, NSW
Russell Macgugan 27 Grampians, Vic
Nate Cahill 37 Goovigenm Qld
Phil Newton 42 Mansfield, Vic
Gavin Phalke 49 Norwell, Qld Gavin & Steven are Father & Son
Steven Phalke 27

Season 5 (2010)

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Farmer Age Location
Becky Cassanova 34 SA
Devon Mill 25 Hopetoun, Vic
Jamie Morgan 40 Monkey Mia, WA
Charlie Norton 25 Walcha, NSW
Nathan McClymont 26 Wiluna, WA
Shaun Fewson 31 Nyabing, WA

Season 6 (2011)

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Farmer Age Location
Nick Carey 26 Gordon, Vic
Melia Brent-White 30 Margaret River, WA
Charles Roche 32 Barraba, NSW
Ben Wandel 33 Clare, SA
Kieran Davidson 24 Young, NSW
Mark MacLaughlin 27 Mareeba, Qld

Season 7 (2011)

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Farmer Age Location
Trent Walker 24 Lameroo, SA
Will PoppCollar 25 Warialda, NSW
Tim Eichler 29 Murrayville, Vic
Frank Atherton 32 Hughenden, Qld
Kevin Martin 33 Maryborough, Vic
John McLonely 58 Merriwa, NSW

Season 8 (2012)

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Farmer Age Location
Nikko 26 Richmond, Qld
Matt 26 Waubra, Vic
Todd 28 Bruny Island, Tas
Tom 31 Beeac, Vic
Sam 33 Kununurra, WA
Paul 46 Gnaraloo, WA

Season 9 (2016)

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Farmer Age Location
Adam Dairy 25 Drouin South, Vic
Matt Cattle 25 Marble Bar, WA
Lachlan Beef Cattle & Hay 36 Camden, NSW
Julz Mixed & Livestock 36 Tumby Bay, SA
Jedd Oysters 37 Coffin Bay, SA
Lance Cattle 52 Rockhampton, Qld

Season 10 (2020)

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Original run Farmer Profile Winner Runner(s)-up Still Together Notes
26 July –
24 August 2020
Alex Taylor Age: 29
Location: Cunnamulla, QLD
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Jess Wolfe Henrietta Moore No Farmer Alex initially chose to enter into a relationship with Jess, however he broke up with her after a few weeks. Taylor proceeded to rekindle his relationship with Henrietta.[20] The pair confirmed their separation in October 2020.[21]
Harry Robertson Age: 29
Location: Goolgowi, NSW
Profession: Grape, Cotton & Sheep Farmer
Stacey Cain Madison MacKenzie No Farmer Harry chose to enter into a relationship with Stacey. During the reunion episode, the couple shared the news of their break-up.[22]
Neil Seaman Age: 43
Location: Crookwell, NSW
Profession: Merino Sheep Farmer
Justine Adams Karissa Godfrey No Farmer Neil chose to enter into a relationship with Justine. The couple split in November 2020.[23]
Nick Onassis Age: 44
Location: Deviot, TAS
Profession: Vineyard Worker
Liz Jelléy Naomi Carter No Farmer Nick chose to enter into a relationship with Liz. During the reunion episode, the couple announced they had split.[24]
Sam Reitano Age: 28
Location: Innisfail, QLD
Profession: Tropical Fruit Farmer
Farmer Sam quit the show and ended his journey to find love early after the death of his grandfather.[25]

Season 11 (2021)

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Original run Farmer Profile Winner Runner(s)-up Still Together Notes
4 July –
21 July 2021
Andrew Guthrie Age: 30
Location: Delegate, NSW
Profession: Sheep Farmer
Jessica Nathan Ashleigh Adams Yes Farmer Andrew chose to enter into a relationship with Jess.[26] The couple announced their engagement on 7 August 2023.[27]
Matt Trewin Age: 26
Location: Orbost, VIC
Profession: Beef & Fodder Farmer
Tara Hurl Alex Uffindell No Farmer Matt chose to enter into a relationship with Tara. During the reunion episode, the couple announced they had gone their separate ways.[28]
Rob Campbell Age: 40
Location: Snowy Mountains, NSW
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Kate
Vici
Farmer Rob struggled to find a romantic connection with Vici or Kate and ultimately decided to send them both home, leaving him single.[29]
Sam Messina Age: 25
Location: Orange, NSW
Profession: Sheep & Crop Farmer
Allanah Taranto
Mackenzie Phillips
Farmer Sam decided to end his relationships with Allanah and Mackenzie during the Black Tie Dinner, ending his journey to find love.[30]
Will Dwyer Age: 39
Location: Longwood, VIC
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Jaimee Kristina No Farmer Will chose to enter into a relationship with Jaimee. The pair quietly split after it was revealed Dwyer was set to father a child with contestant Hayley Love.[31] Dwyer has chosen to not have a relationship with his daughter.[32]

Season 12 (2022)

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Original run Farmer Profile Winner Runner(s)-up Still Together Notes
4 September –
4 October 2022
Ben Scowen Age: 27
Location: Wingham, NSW
Profession: Dairy Farmer
Aleisha Mackail Kiani Olsen No Farmer Ben chose to enter into a relationship with Leish. On 6 October 2022, the couple announced they had split.[33]
Benjamin Jackson Age: 33
Location: Guyra, NSW
Profession: Sheep Farmer
Farmer Benjamin temporarily left the show after the death of his grandmother. While away, he was diagnosed with an undisclosed illness that forced him to exit the show for good.[34] After filming wrapped, Jackson reconnected with Hannah Gracey, and the couple are still together as of November 2024.[35]
Harry Lloyd Age: 24
Location: Kyabram, VIC
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Tess Brookman Bronte Dunne Yes Farmer Harry chose to enter into a relationship with Tess. They are still together as of November 2024.[36]
Paige Marsh Age: 28
Location: Cassilis, NSW
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Ayden Holmes
Cody Luff
In the penultimate episode, Farmer Paige decided to end her relationships with both Ayden and Cody, ending her journey to find love.[37]
Will Simpson Age: 27
Location: Berriwillock, VIC
Profession: Crop & Sheep Farmer
Jessica Cova Madi Simpson Yes Farmer Will chose to enter into a relationship with Jess. They are still together as of November 2024.[38]

Season 13 (2023)

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Original run Farmer Profile Winner Runner(s)-up Still Together Notes
8 April –
22 May 2023
Andrew Coleman Age: 41
Location: Narromine, NSW
Profession: Crop & Sheep Farmer
Claire Saunders Jessie Noble
Sarah Roach
Yes In episode 9, Farmer Andrew decided to send Jessie and Sarah home after developing strong feelings for Claire.[39] They began a relationship, but confirmed on 21 October 2024 that they were no longer together.[40]
Brad Jones Age: 33
Location: Cootamundra, NSW
Profession: Crop & Cattle Farmer
Clare Hockings Morgan Gibbons Yes Farmer Brad chose to enter into a relationship with Clare.[41] In December 2023, they became parents to a baby boy.[42] They are still together as of November 2024.
Brenton Kuch Age: 26
Location: Darriman, VIC
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Sophie Holcombe Rachel Boothman No Farmer Brenton chose to enter into a relationship with Sophie.[43] On 1 August 2023, Holcombe announced the couple had gone their separate ways.[44]
David McMahon Age: 29
Location: Pozieres, QLD
Profession: Apple Farmer
Emily Gordon Lorelei Bates Yes Farmer David chose to enter into a relationship with Emily.[45] On 2 October 2023, the couple announced their engagement.[46]
Matt Young Age: 23
Location: Bookham, NSW
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Olivia Benic Annabelle Greenaway Yes Farmer Matt chose to enter into a relationship with Olivia. In August 2024, they became the parents of a baby boy.[47] They are still together as of November 2024.[48]

Season 14 (2024)

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Original run Farmer Profile Winner Runner(s)-up Still Together Notes
14 April – 26 May 2024
Bert Harris Age: 30
Location: Wamuran, QLD
Profession: Pineapple & Dragon Fruit farmer
Brooke McCallum
Karli Hinkley
Caitlin Crank
In Episode 15, Farmer Bert decided to end his relationships with Brooke, Karli, and Caitlin, ending his journey to find love.[49]
Joe Bobbin Age: 33
Location: Bombala, NSW
Profession: Cattle & Sheep farmer
Sarah Carey Keely McCarthy Yes Farmer Joe chose to enter into a relationship with Sarah. They are still together as of November 2024.[50]
Dustin Manwaring Age: 26
Location: Condobolin, NSW
Profession: Third generation farmer
Sophie Trethowan Anna Wilson Yes Farmer Dustin chose to enter into a relationship with Sophie. They are still together as of November 2024.[51]
Dean Blanckensee Age: 25
Location: Kandanga, QLD
Profession: Cattle & Watermelon farmer
Teegan Barr Bella Southwell
Tiffany Richardson
No Farmer Dean chose to enter into a relationship with Teegan. During the reunion episode, the couple announced they had gone their separate ways.[52]
Tom Boyer Age: 22
Location: Tabilk, VIC
Profession: Cattle & Crop farmer
Sarah Cranley Krissy Smith No Farmer Tom chose to enter into a relationship with Sarah. On 27 May 2024, Cranley announced they had gone their separate ways.[53]
Todd Melbourne Age: 33
Location: Baan Baa, NSW
Profession: Cattle farmer
Daisy Lamb Grace Jay Yes Farmer Todd chose to enter into a relationship with Daisy. They are still together as of November 2024.[54]

Series ratings

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Season 1 (2007)

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No. Title Air date Overnight ratings Ref(s)
Viewers Rank
1 Episode 1 24 October 2007 1,136,000 12 [55]
2 Episode 2 31 October 2007 1,121,000 11 [56]
3 Episode 3 7 November 2007 1,302,000 6 [57]
4 Episode 4 14 November 2007 1,350,000 2 [58]
5 Episode 5 21 November 2007 1,287,000 5 [59]
6 Finale 28 November 2007 1,349,000 2 [60]

Season 2 (2008)

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No. Title Air date Overnight ratings Ref(s)
Viewers Rank
1 Episode 1 30 June 2008 1,267,000 11 [61]
2 Episode 2 7 July 2008 1,270,000 9 [62]
3 Episode 3 14 July 2008 1,373,000 7 [63]
4 Episode 4 21 July 2008 1,184,000 14 [64]
5 Episode 5 28 July 2008 1,492,000 5 [65]
6 Episode 6 4 August 2008 1,700,000 2 [66]

Season 3 (2009)

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No. Title Air date Overnight ratings Ref(s)
Viewers Rank
1 Episode 1 11 February 2009 1,074,000 10 [67]
2 Episode 2 18 February 2009 1,053,000 9 [68]
3 Episode 3 25 February 2009 1,184,000 5 [69]
4 Episode 4 4 March 2009 1,251,000 5 [70]
5 Episode 5 11 March 2009 1,180,000 5 [71]
6 Episode 6 18 March 2009 1,198,000 5 [72]
7 Episode 7 25 March 2009 1,224,000 6 [73]
8 Episode 8 1 April 2009 1,494,000 2 [74]

Season 4 (2009)

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No. Title Air date Overnight ratings Ref(s)
Viewers Rank
1 Episode 1 3 August 2009 1,001,000 11 [75]
2 Episode 2 10 August 2009 1,125,000 12 [76]
3 Episode 3 17 August 2009 1,180,000 9 [77]
4 Episode 4 24 August 2009 1,169,000 8 [78]
5 Episode 5 31 August 2009 1,114,000 10 [79]
6 Episode 6 7 September 2009 1,257,000 7 [80]
7 Episode 7 14 September 2009 1,263,000 6 [81]
8 Finale 14 September 2009 1,422,000 3 [81]

Season 5 (2010)

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No. Title Air date Overnight ratings Ref(s)
Viewers Rank
1 Episode 1 28 July 2010 1,192,000 9 [82]
2 Episode 2 4 August 2010 1,343,000 6 [83]
3 Episode 3 11 August 2010 1,218,000 8 [84]
4 Episode 4 18 August 2010 1,262,000 8 [85]
5 Episode 5 25 August 2010 1,020,000 16 [86]
6 Episode 6 1 September 2010 1,273,000 7 [87]
7 Episode 7 8 September 2010 1,221,000 7 [88]
8 Episode 8 15 September 2010 1,450,000 1 [89]

Season 6 (2011)

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No. Title Air date Overnight ratings Ref(s)
Viewers Rank
1 Episode 1 9 February 2011 891,000 9 [90]
2 Episode 2 16 February 2011 887,000 11 [91]
3 Episode 3 23 February 2011 786,000 11 [92]
4 Episode 4 2 March 2011 925,000 8 [93]
5 Episode 5 9 March 2011 950,000 8 [94]
6 Episode 6 16 March 2011 918,000 11 [95]
7 Episode 7 23 March 2011 919,000 10 [96]
8 Episode 8 30 March 2011 1,034,000 6 [97]

Season 7 (2011)

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No. Title Air date Timeslot Overnight ratings Ref(s)
Viewers Rank
1 Episode 1 22 August 2011 Monday 7:00pm 1,169,000 3 [98]
2 Episode 2 24 August 2011 Wednesday 7:00pm 965,000 9 [98]
3 Episode 3 29 August 2011 Monday 7:00pm 1,024,000 7 [99]
4 Episode 4 5 September 2011 Monday 7:00pm 962,000 7 [100]
5 Episode 5 12 September 2011 Monday 7:00pm 969,000 9 [101]
6 Episode 6 19 September 2011 Monday 7:00pm 792,000 9 [102]
7 Episode 7 26 September 2011 Monday 7:00pm 864,000 9 [103]
8 Episode 8 3 October 2011 Monday 7:00pm 1,058,000 5 [104]

Season 8 (2012)

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No. Title Air date Overnight ratings Ref(s)
Viewers Rank
1 Episode 1 15 August 2012 909,000 11 [105]
2 Episode 2 16 August 2012 938,000 7 [106]
3 Episode 3 22 August 2012 936,000 10 [107]
4 Episode 4 23 August 2012 970,000 9 [108]
5 Episode 5 29 August 2012 894,000 10 [109]
6 Episode 6 5 September 2012 784,000 11 [110]
7 Episode 7 12 September 2012 775,000 12 [111]
8 Episode 8 19 September 2012 867,000 11 [112]
9 Episode 9 26 September 2012 987,000 8 [113]

Season 9 (2016)

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No. Title Air date Timeslot Overnight ratings Consolidated ratings Total
viewers
Ref(s)
Viewers Rank Viewers Rank
1 Episode 1 1 February 2016 Monday 8:50pm 768,000 15 93,000 13 858,000 [114][115]
2 Episode 2 8 February 2016 Monday 8:50pm 661,000 13 96,000 13 758,000 [116]
3 Episode 3 8 February 2016 Monday 9:50pm 577,000 18 104,000 14 681,000 [116]
4 Episode 4 15 February 2016 Monday 8:50pm 557,000 17 103,000 15 660,000 [117][118]
5 Episode 5 22 February 2016 Monday 8:45pm 491,000 69,000 18 560,000 [119]
6 Episode 6 29 February 2016 Monday 8:50pm 494,000 76,000 19 570,000 [120]
7 Episode 7 7 March 2016 Monday 8:55pm 488,000 488,000 [121]
8 Finale 14 March 2016 Monday 9:00pm 667,000 57,000 14 667,000 [122]

Season 10 (2020)

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No. Title Air date Timeslot Overnight ratings Ref(s)
Viewers Rank
1 Episode 1 26 July 2020 Sunday 7:00pm 985,000 4 [123]
2 Episode 2 27 July 2020 Monday 7:30pm 871,000 6 [124]
3 Episode 3 2 August 2020 Sunday 7:00pm 857,000 5 [125]
4 Episode 4 3 August 2020 Monday 7:30pm 867,000 6 [126]
5 Episode 5 9 August 2020 Sunday 7:00pm 900,000 4 [127]
6 Episode 6 10 August 2020 Monday 7:30pm 786,000 10 [128]
7 Episode 7 16 August 2020 Sunday 7:00pm 930,000 4 [129]
8 Episode 8 17 August 2020 Monday 7:30pm 811,000 7 [130]
9 Episode 9 23 August 2020 Sunday 7:00pm 955,000 4 [131]
10 Finale & Reunion 24 August 2020 Monday 7:30pm 1,010,000 5 [132]

Season 11 (2021)

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No. Title Air date Timeslot Overnight ratings Ref(s)
Viewers Rank
1 Episode 1 4 July 2021 Sunday 7:00pm 881,000 3 [133]
2 Episode 2 5 July 2021 Monday 7:30pm 766,000 8 [134]
3 Episode 3 6 July 2021 Tuesday 7:30pm 757,000 8 [135]
4 Episode 4 7 July 2021 Wednesday 7:30pm 760,000 6 [136]
5 Episode 5 11 July 2021 Sunday 7:00pm 725,000 5 [137]
6 Episode 6 12 July 2021 Monday 7:30pm 725,000 9 [138]
7 Episode 7 13 July 2021 Tuesday 7:30pm 682,000 10 [139]
8 Episode 8 14 July 2021 Wednesday 7:30pm 694,000 8 [140]
9 Episode 9 18 July 2021 Sunday 7:00pm 791,000 6 [141]
10 Episode 10 19 July 2021 Monday 7:30pm 792,000 9 [142]
11 Episode 11 20 July 2021 Tuesday 7:30pm 837,000 5 [143]
12 Finale 21 July 2021 Wednesday 7:30pm 922,000 5 [144]
13 Reunion 11 August 2021 Wednesday 7:30pm 900,000 5 [145]

Season 12 (2022)

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Season 13 (2023)

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Season 14 (2024)

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See also

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