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Applications are open for The Block 2017!

January 9, 2017 12 Comments

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If you’ve always sat there watching The Block thinking ‘I could do that,’ then now is your chance! You have until 4 February 2017 to get your application in for the next series. You’ll need to be available for 10-to-12 weeks from April 2017.

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Here are the guidelines and requirements:

  • Couples must be aged between 18-65, energetic and with a sense of humour.
  • First round couples will be reduced to final participants in the first week of filming.
  • Successful couples must be available for a 10-12 week shoot period from April 2017. Exact dates to be confirmed closer to filming.
  • Location of The Block is to be confirmed.
  • You will NOT be able to work during the shoot period.
  • Previous home renovation experience is an asset, but not required from both partners.
  • Long term couples, family teams and enduring friendships need only apply.
  • Submissions accepted from Australia wide.
  • Successful participants will be paid a nominal weekly fee during filming of The Block to cover basic living costs and expenses.
  • You must complete all elements of the application, including providing photos and video, or your application will not be reviewed.
  • Applications can only be made online. Hardcopy submissions will not be accepted or processed.
  • McGregor Casting will carefully review applications for consideration of inclusion in The Block. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by March 2017.
  • Due to the volume of applications, only successful applicants will be notified.
  • Follow McGregor Casting on Facebook for any updates or announcements.
 Ready to apply? Find out more.

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What a great example this is by @huntingforgeorge 

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Letterbox kinder egg deliveries from a friend, dressing changes without a flinch and refusing to nap despite all the bribes (check the face on him in pic 3!).

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@inspiredspacesaus helped her clients with teenage kids transform this house in Sydney's Hills District inside and out, making it their forever home. 

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Charlie doesn't recommend running head first into Charlie doesn't recommend running head first into tiled steps 🤕

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Funny how we go into super organised mama mode in times like these. Grabbed dinosaurs, textas and scrapbook on the way out in case we had a long wait!

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Do I recommend a timber vanity top? A big fat NOP Do I recommend a timber vanity top?

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Which is why we have recently covered ours with a Caesarstone top (thanks to @justinplace_sydney for the advice and supply) and the sweet RELIEF of not having to worry about this high traffic area anymore, I'm telling you!🤗

Doesn't matter what they tell you or how many times it's sealed, I'm not sure it's a great idea in a room which is so, well, wet!

I love having the warmth of timber in the bathroom and it's a beautiful piece, but timber on the top? Never again.

Ours probably lasted a year (if that) before it started to go downhill (and we want a good decade out of a bathroom, right?!). 2.5 years on, everything else in this bathroom looks virtually brand new and the water marked vanity top was really letting the side down and making me sad!

But I'm so pleased with this solution, I have to say! Took the plumber less than an hour to remove the sink, install the top and connect the sink back up. We didn't need to move the tap and it isn't too close to the basin.

The kids are allowed to brush their teeth and wash their hands (liquid soap 🥴) in here again and I can leave my hair straightener on there with gay abandon 😆

The reflective surface (which I can clean with whatever I like!💪🏻) brightens the room up too!

Next week I'll tell you what I really think of my brass tile trim too 😉

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  1. AvatarLeith Anderson-Reud says

    January 12, 2017 at 10:22 pm

    Hi Jen. My oldest son Joey Anderson-Reid and I (Leith Anderson-Reid) have applied and sent a video in several years ago. Can you reconsider us or do we need to re apply with a new video. You can see the house that I designed and finished that was built but Joey in the latest Queensland Homes.
    We would really love the challenge and are definitely up for the challenge.
    Please let me know if you are interested after you have a look at the magazine. If so we can make another tape.
    Kindest Regards
    Leith Anderson- Reid
    Paddington Brisbane.
    0417722755

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    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      January 13, 2017 at 8:01 am

      Hi Leith, he needs to apply via the link in the blog post.

      Reply
  2. Avatarpeter dorian says

    February 8, 2017 at 6:36 pm

    How do I apply ?

    bloody computers

    Reply
    • AvatarJen Bishop says

      February 9, 2017 at 7:03 pm

      There’s a link in this post

      Reply
  3. AvatarSharon says

    March 14, 2017 at 11:38 pm

    I wonder if my house could be used for a team house? We have 5 children and both work. The block is huge and is great in summer however winter we are like sardines in a can. The whole house could with some work……id be happy to give it over for a week or two. ☺

    Reply
  4. AvatarClaire says

    March 31, 2017 at 9:15 am

    How do I apply to be a recipient of the home renovation challenges that they do?

    Reply
  5. AvatarDominique Krycki says

    April 15, 2017 at 5:44 am

    Hi there,
    I have just purchased my first home in Surfers Paradise, QLD in the unit block of eight in the best street however… It is the biggest eyesore you have ever seen in your life!

    They are all one bedroom units and inside is… bare acceptable and the outside is hideous orang old brick with walk up verandas and no garages however lots of land (536 sq meters) to park on.

    Was wondering how to get onto the application list to get our little place worked on?

    Looking forward to your reply.
    Yours Sincerely, an ambitious and desperate Esquire

    Reply
  6. AvatarMark fry says

    May 25, 2017 at 12:56 pm

    I would love to be on the block

    Reply
  7. AvatarShanice and Graham says

    July 20, 2017 at 10:28 am

    Hi Jen 🙂

    Can you please let me know how I could submit an application, not for designers, but for a possible future renovation project?

    Cheers
    Shanice and Graham

    Reply
  8. AvatarHalima hahoul says

    August 7, 2017 at 2:18 pm

    I have a big house which I want to convert to a small apartment I would like to offer it to the block to see if it can be done. My Address 308 Birrell St Bondi. if you are interested to see my house email me to the address

    Reply
  9. Avatarpeter dorian says

    August 28, 2017 at 8:01 pm

    It wont let me put in an application….?

    Can I do it manually because computers are full of shi……

    The liquid paper on my computer screen make it impossible to apply on line.

    Reply
  10. AvatarAgnes Pittmann says

    October 12, 2017 at 8:45 am

    Hi Just wondering how could We apply to be a recipient on the house renovation our house is 55 year old mill house for 12 years my hubby trying to renovate it bit till now it was not done due of illness We both have cancer and We wish to finish our dreams We started I hope you will look upon our request .God Bless all the staff and the people on the Block Australia

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