Meet the five teams bringing big dreams and personal stories to this year’s renovation showdown. (Image: Instagram/Theblockinatorblog)
Australia’s favourite renovation show is back, and this time, it’s bringing bold personalities and new stakes to Daylesford, Victoria. Now in its 21st season, it is also the 1,000th episode of The Block. The Block 2025 premieres tonight, Sunday, July 27, on Channel 9 and 9Now, introducing five dynamic teams competing to turn five identical houses into standout dream homes.
Each team comes with their own unique story, from best mates-turned-rookies to police officers juggling parenthood, and a couple who applied seven times before finally making the cut.
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Premieres: Sunday, July 27
Date and Time: Sunday, July 27 at 7:00 PM AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
Where: Channel 9 and 9Now (on demand)
This year, the competition puts all five teams on a more even footing, with identical houses to renovate and brand-new rules aimed at promoting collaboration over conflict. But the personal stories behind the contestants are what truly set this season apart.
Sonny, a seasoned plumber, and Alicia, a former dental practice manager, are leaving their three children behind to chase their Block dream. The couple were nearly cast last year and say this opportunity is not just for themselves, but for their kids.
Alicia puts it plainly: “They’re our reason for being here.” The pair bring modest reno experience but a strong team dynamic rooted in mutual respect.
Best friends and business owners Robby and Mat are trading scissors for sledgehammers. With no renovation experience between them, they hope their business smarts and chemistry will carry them through.
“I’d sooner believe my house would burn down than end up on The Block,” Mat joked. The pair hope to break stereotypes and charm viewers with their unique friendship — “a hairdresser and a barber, gay and straight.”
Han, a geologist, and Can, a marketing creative, met online just over a year ago and are now testing their relationship under the ultimate renovation stress. With family support and design ambition, they aim to bring a thoughtful and modern edge to their build.
“The Block made us stronger,” Can said, crediting their shared resilience for getting through the toughest moments.
Married cops from remote Western Australia, Britt and Taz are juggling parenting and policing duties while tackling The Block’s freezing conditions in Daylesford — a big change from their usual 40-degree summers.
Taz, who is Aboriginal, sees their appearance as a chance to inspire Indigenous kids. They’re keen DIYers but admit the scale of The Block is a leap: “We’ve never done anything this big,” said Britt.
After seven applications, Em and Ben finally made it. The Melbourne couple bring the most renovation experience to the show, having already flipped and built multiple homes. Em is a dance teacher and businesswoman, while Ben is an engineer and aspiring firefighter.
They’re hoping their polished teamwork and “mid-century with a Daylesford twist” design will give them the winning edge.
Each team comes with their own unique story, from best mates-turned-rookies to police officers juggling parenthood, and a couple who applied seven times before finally making the cut.
Also Read: She was smart, popular, and different; so why was Tiffany Salmond let go?
When and where to watch
Premieres: Sunday, July 27
Date and Time: Sunday, July 27 at 7:00 PM AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
Where: Channel 9 and 9Now (on demand)
This year, the competition puts all five teams on a more even footing, with identical houses to renovate and brand-new rules aimed at promoting collaboration over conflict. But the personal stories behind the contestants are what truly set this season apart.
Sonny and Alicia (Gold Coast, QLD) – The Family-First Tradie Team
Sonny, a seasoned plumber, and Alicia, a former dental practice manager, are leaving their three children behind to chase their Block dream. The couple were nearly cast last year and say this opportunity is not just for themselves, but for their kids.
Alicia puts it plainly: “They’re our reason for being here.” The pair bring modest reno experience but a strong team dynamic rooted in mutual respect.
Robby and Mat (Adelaide, SA) – The Hairdresser Duo with Zero Reno Skills
Best friends and business owners Robby and Mat are trading scissors for sledgehammers. With no renovation experience between them, they hope their business smarts and chemistry will carry them through.
“I’d sooner believe my house would burn down than end up on The Block,” Mat joked. The pair hope to break stereotypes and charm viewers with their unique friendship — “a hairdresser and a barber, gay and straight.”
Han and Can (Perth, WA) – Young Love Meets Big Pressure
Han, a geologist, and Can, a marketing creative, met online just over a year ago and are now testing their relationship under the ultimate renovation stress. With family support and design ambition, they aim to bring a thoughtful and modern edge to their build.
“The Block made us stronger,” Can said, crediting their shared resilience for getting through the toughest moments.
Britt and Taz (Newman, WA) – Police Officers From the Outback
Married cops from remote Western Australia, Britt and Taz are juggling parenting and policing duties while tackling The Block’s freezing conditions in Daylesford — a big change from their usual 40-degree summers.
Taz, who is Aboriginal, sees their appearance as a chance to inspire Indigenous kids. They’re keen DIYers but admit the scale of The Block is a leap: “We’ve never done anything this big,” said Britt.
Em and Ben (Melbourne, VIC) – The Experienced Locals
After seven applications, Em and Ben finally made it. The Melbourne couple bring the most renovation experience to the show, having already flipped and built multiple homes. Em is a dance teacher and businesswoman, while Ben is an engineer and aspiring firefighter.
They’re hoping their polished teamwork and “mid-century with a Daylesford twist” design will give them the winning edge.
