Episodes
They're the sister act that might be reno rookies but never fail to entertain. But what did Eliza and Liberty's parents (and other sister) make of their reality TV debut? What really gets said in the Block contestant group chat? And how are they rumbling with the judge's criticism?Speaking of judges, Marty Fox reveals the reasons behind his comments, as well as naming the thing that 'might win you a room but lose you the Block'...
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Published 08/28/23
The tones of their clothes might be neutral, but there was nothing neutral about the reaction highschool sweethearts Steph and Gian received in their first few weeks on the Block! They tell their side of the story, whether they were ever tempted to pack it all in, how they managed their comeback and what it’s like working with someone you’ve been together with for over 14 years!
Plus, judge Darren Palmer reveals the secrets to putting a bit of ‘soul’ and ‘luxe’ into a room and why winning...
Published 08/21/23
It's only been a week, but already the Block has been chock-full of contention, confrontation and curve-aliscious designs. It's been House 3's Leah and Ash in the center of it all and Shelley's not afraid to ask them the hard questions (as well as have a bit of fun). Plus, before that, the newest kid on the Block, Marty Fox, draws on his wealth of real estate knowledge to answer a crucial question: what does the buyer really want?
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Published 08/14/23
With three post-war blonde brick beauties ready for reno, Season 19 of the Block is set to be the most charming yet. But why do Shelley and Scotty also think it's the most challenging? What do the two of them make of the new kids on the Block? What exclusive sneak-peeks can they give about the season ahead? And has Scotty really developed a taste for pounding heavy metal?
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Published 08/07/23
As all eyes turn to Melbourne for the most anticipated two weeks on the tennis calendar, Nine’s Wide World of Sports brings you Australian Open: The Happy Slam.
In this six-part documentary mini-series, James Bracey chats with the stars who made The Australian Open what it is today.
Subscribe so you don’t miss Pat Rafter, Dylan Alcott, Jim Courier, Jelena Dokic, Ajla Tomljanovic and Todd Woodbridge, as they tell their stories of how the Australian Open changed them, and how they changed...
Published 01/10/23
It’s the day everyone has been waiting for with results nobody could have predicted! From location at the Block Auction 2022, hear exclusive interviews -
What did Tom and SJ have to say straight after their auction? And why do the Boys feel bittersweet after one of the biggest Block wins in history?
Thanks to Simonds Homes - The Great Australian Builder
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Published 11/06/22
After an epic final effort leading to some truly astounding landscapes, it’s all over. The Blocks are finally finished.
But now a whole new game is set to begin: auction day, and in this episode, we’ll meet the other players - the agents representing each house. How does it feel to sell the most famous properties in the country? What is impressing buyers the most? What kind of buyers are gravitating toward each house? And most importantly of all - which house will win?
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Published 10/31/22
With the Blocks nearing completion, Shelley and Scott Cam catch up once again to look back on the season so far and ahead to the auctions - but what’s got them feeling so nervous?
Plus, listen up future Blockheads: Scotty hints at some possible rule changes and gives his top tip for success
Thanks to Simonds Homes - The Great Australian Builder
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Published 10/23/22
As the Blockheads finally finish their interiors with guest bedrooms and re-do rooms, and open their houses to the public for the first time, it was a week for looking forward and looking back.
Block property masterminds Alice and Nicole let us know their expectations for auction day, including their pick for fetching top dollar.
Rachel and Sarah-Jane share the truth of their friendship, reveal what really happens before Sunday’s judging, and have their room-reveal tie ‘officially’...
Published 10/16/22
Despite budget blues and the end being so close yet so far, having just one room to focus on was a bundle of joy!
The Foreman’s favourites - Foreman Keith reveals the house he’d place his money on for this season’s winner, which contestant he calls one of the best in Block history and what his all-time all-star season of Block dream teams would look like.
Parents to be? - Dylan and Jenny tell how the most applauded aspect of their winning kids room was taken straight from their own...
Published 10/09/22
It was a week of mud and mayhem - and yet our Blockheads still managed to make rooms that were ‘almost perfect’!
Judge Shaynna Blaze explains why this week caused such huge reactions from her, and why creating a great hallway is a lot like a first date.
“That’s an old trap” - Dylan and Jenny reveal the crucial design mistake that led them off track for weeks and how they got their groove back.
Thanks to Simonds Homes - The Great Australian Builder.
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Published 10/03/22
Living rooms bigger than entire properties from previous seasons of the Block — with reactions and scores to match.
“Wait, that’s not perfect!” - the unheard real reason Darren Palmer (aka ‘Detective Daz’) thwarted Rachel and Ryan’s ‘10 10 10’ living room dream.
“They finally get it” - the high-spirited ‘comeback couple’ share why this win meant so much to them and how their journey has been unique to any other on the Block.
Thanks to Simonds Homes - The Great Australian Builder.
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Published 09/25/22
It’s the most anticipated room in any season of the Block, and this kitchen week certainly lived up to its dramatic reputation.
“The heart of the home starts beating”, Neale Whitaker explains how a completed kitchen changes everything - and admits to the major mistake he made in his own kitchen
Rachel and Ryan, down but far from out, reveal why this week was the most pivotal in their entire Block journey, question fairness from the judges, and answer which is harder - the Block or...
Published 09/18/22
Hot-streak couple Tom and Sarah Jane dish the details on their "lush and luxurious" winning guest bedroom and bathroom - including why caving on shaving cabinets was the right move this week, what it took to make that wallpaper happen, and why you shouldn’t trust them around your towels...
Julian Brenchley, the architectural mastermind behind every residential building in every season of the Block ever, lifts the lid on the sustainable principles underpinning each of the six contemporary...
Published 09/11/22
Each of these five stunning master bedrooms with walk-in robes and palatial ensuites will “tug at the heartstrings” of buyers.
Darren Palmer reveals the new design trend he thinks will go viral because of this season of The Block.
While still beaming from their first win of the season, Tom and Sarah-Jane reveal their LEAST favourite thing about renovating…
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Published 09/04/22
Block judge and tree changer Shaynna Blaze reveals why living in the Macedon Ranges provides a sense of "tranquillity, a place to escape".
"I struggle with that," Shaynna admits when asked why the contestants are pushing back against her design advice.
Once is luck, twice is skill. All hail the Bathroom Kings, Omar & Oz!
Thanks to Simonds Homes - The Great Australian Builder.
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Published 08/28/22
After a night of stunning guest bedroom reveals where the Blockheads delivered ‘five great rooms,’ Shelley presses Neale on whether contemporary country styling has any hard and fast rules.
What design guru Neale Whitaker finds ‘mind-blowingly immense’ about this season of The Block.
“I was pumped up on hormones!” The reason behind Sharon’s emotional journey on The Block.
Accountant Ankur and Actress Sharon play a round of Tool, Tax or TV!
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Published 08/21/22
“There’s just no one way…” Judge Darren Palmer shares tips on how to nail contemporary country styling.
Shelley probes Darren on the calculus behind his room scoring methodology.
The Oz half of Omar & Oz reveals why no food or drink from dawn to dusk during Ramadan actually made them stronger.
A pot plant? Decoratively folded toilet paper? Natural design talent? The secrets behind the winning bathroom that “shouldn’t have worked as well as it did”
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Published 08/14/22
Saddle up Blockaholics, because The Official Block Podcast has arrived!
Shelley Craft kicks things off with long-time co-host Scotty Cam, who reveals what it was really like to go bush... I mean, how hard can it be?
For the first time in Block history, Scotty is back on the tools and renovating his own house. Built in 1860, it's the original homestead on the property, so is it true they don’t make them like they used to?
“At the end of the day, we’re just renovating…” Do Joel and Elle...
Published 08/08/22
The Block is making a tree change, and a podcast!
Welcome to The Official Block Podcast, the only place to get exclusive content of the biggest season of The Block yet, where contestants will transform 10 acre blocks intro country masterpieces.
Join host Shelley Craft and gain inside access into The Block world with weekly chats with the judges and contestants.
Subscribe now to make sure you don't miss out!
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Published 08/02/22