There are rumors that the next season of The Block may head to Phillip Island in Victoria.
The show’s original plans for Daylesford have been ditched and producers are reportedly exploring new locations.
While there is speculation about possible locations in Melbourne’s CBD and the suburbs of Carlton and South Yarra, given the significance of this milestone season this could call for a more iconic location.
Given Daylesford’s national recognition as a tourism hotspot, there is a possibility that The Block could venture to famous tourist haven Phillip Island.
Like Fiona Byrne at the Herald Sun speculates, “a dramatic location would be a new angle for the show.”
There are rumors that the next season of The Block may head to Phillip Island in Victoria. Pictured: Shelley Craft and Scott Cam, the hosts of The Block
Shifting it to a coastal location would indeed give a refreshing twist to the concept of the show.
Phillip Island recently appeared on The Block as two teams embarked on an exciting adventure, taking a lap around the island’s new circuit and enjoying a luxurious overnight stay.
The Victorian island, once the residence of Hollywood stars Chris and Liam Hemsworth and their parents before they moved to Byron Bay, recently gained attention when Bass Coast Shire Council gave the green light to an $85 million waterfront hotel project on the former Isle of Wight. location in Cowes.
The show’s original plans for Daylesford (pictured) have been ditched and producers are reportedly looking for new locations
Phillip Island (pictured), once the residence of Hollywood stars Chris and Liam Hemsworth and their parents before they moved to Byron Bay, recently gained attention when Bass Coast Shire Council gave the green light to an $85 million waterfront hotel project.
The Block is facing a time crunch as filming for its 20th season is set to begin in early March.
Earlier this month the show abandoned its plans to build in Daylesford due to complications in the planning approval process.
It comes as a member of The Block’s production team recently revealed a surprising method to ‘weed out’ lazy potential contestants.
The Block’s casting director Lucky Price on Sunday revealed some behind-the-scenes tips for prospective contestants to ensure their success on the show.
The Block’s casting director Lucky Price on Sunday revealed some behind-the-scenes tips for prospective contestants to ensure their success on the show. Pictured: host Scott Cam
Price told news.com.au that applicants had to pay special attention to the lengthy application form, which is designed to exclude those who have not applied.
‘It is a very rigorous application, there is a reason why we do that. It’s a basic check. “If you don’t get through, you probably won’t finish renovating The Block,” he said.
Price then said that future contestants should maintain a positive attitude during their time on the show so that the negative moments don’t weigh them down.
‘It is a very rigorous application, there is a reason why we do that. It’s a basic check. If you don’t get through, you probably won’t finish renovating The Block,” says Lucky Price (pictured).
“There will be days where you get dumped and there will be days where you get high. It’s an extreme situation, but mentality is everything.
‘The Block is a gigantic wave. You can get dumped by the wave, or you can get on top of that wave, throw your arms in the air and have the ride of your life,” he added.
Price said successful contestants simply have to be themselves on camera while the audience connects with a person they know is real.
The casting expert then said that current cast members Liberty and Eliza (both pictured) are a good example of two contestants who, despite having no renovation experience, do well on the show by relying on their intelligence.
The casting expert then said that current cast members Liberty and Eliza are a good example of two contestants who, despite having no renovation experience, do well on the show by relying on their intelligence.
‘They have no renovation experience, but the way Eliza can google and find an answer to something in a split second? She has nous. They have to get up and go, and they have to drive. So it’s all about what your strengths are.’
Price added Channel Nine was looking for a wide range of participants, so encouraged people from all backgrounds to consider applying.
Channel Nine is currently casting for the next season of The Block until October 15 and candidates can do so Add here.
Teams applying for the show must be available for a 12-week recording period from the end of February 2024.
Price said prospective contestants should adopt a positive attitude during their time on the show so that the negative moments don’t weigh them down. In the photo: the participants of The Block in 2023