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The Block 2024: Meet this year’s winners

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The Block Australia has transformed lives and delivered awe-inspiring renovations over the years. Each season, couples compete to turn rundown properties into dream homes, with only one pair claiming the top prize. Let’s take a trip down memory lane to revisit all The Block winners, their achievements, and their design legacies.

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Maddy & Charlotte

Season 20, 2024

Reserve Price: $1,950,000
Sale Price: $3,500,000
Profit: $1,550,000

Replacing Jesse and Paige after week four, the sisters from Sydney are experienced renovators and flip houses professionally.

(Photo by Brittany Long/WireImage)

Steph & Gian Ottavio

Season 19, 2023

Reserve Price: $3,750,000
Sale Price: $5,000,000
Profit: $1,250,000

Following their win, Steph and Gian have been celebrated for their understated yet luxurious style that emphasises sustainability. They are now focused on expanding their design consultancy, helping clients create eco-friendly, minimalist interiors that embody elegance and functionality.

Omar & Oz

Season 18, 2022

Reserve Price: $4,080,000
Sale Price: $5,666,666
Profit: $1,586,666 (record-breaking)

Omar and Oz moved into the spotlight with a renovation series showcasing global design influences.

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(Photo by Don Arnold/WireImage)

Mitch Edwards & Mark McKie

Season 17, 2021

Reserve Price: $2,900,000
Sale Price: $4,044,444
Profit: $744,444

Known as “the stylish grandads,” Mitch and Mark have built a successful interior design business and gained a loyal following on social media.

Jimmy & Tam Wilkins

Season 16, 2020

Reserve Price: $3,290,000
Sale Price: $4,256,000
Profit: $966,000 (sale later fell through)

Despite their sale falling through, Jimmy and Tam remain popular with fans and continue to share retro-inspired design tips.

(Photo by Sam Tabone/WireImage)

Tess & Luke Struber

Season 15, 2019

Reserve Price: $2,990,000
Sale Price: $3,620,000
Profit: $630,000

The Struber’s continue working on renovation projects and share insights from their experience with other budding designers.

(Photo by Hanna Lassen/WireImage)

Hayden & Sara Vale

Season 14, 2018

Reserve Price: $2,475,000
Sale Price: $3,020,000
Profit: $645,000

Hayden and Sara launched their own renovation business, specializing in upscale, luxurious projects.

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(Photo by Sam Tabone/WireImage)

Elyse Knowles & Josh Barker

Season 13, 2017

Reserve Price: $2,620,000
Sale Price: $3,067,000
Profit: $447,000

Elyse and Josh remain prominent in the media, with Elyse modelling and both continuing to work on design projects.

Will & Karlie Bethune

Season 12, 2016

Reserve Price: $1,460,000
Sale Price: $2,600,000
Profit: $815,000

Will and Karlie made a mark with their standout designs and big personalities. After their win, they continued working in the design and renovation space, with Will focusing on building projects and Karlie developing a career in interior styling. The couple remains active in home renovation and real estate, frequently sharing insights on design trends.

Dean & Shay Paine

Season 11, 2015

Reserve Price: $1,300,000
Sale Price: $1,645,000
Profit: $755,000

Dean and Shay balanced family life with occasional design media appearances, discussing the latest in renovation trends.

(Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Darren & Deanne Jolly

The Block Triple Threat, 2015

Reserve Price: $1,455,000
Sale Price: $2,290,000
Profit: $835,000

Darren and Deanne, returning contestants from a previous season, gained widespread recognition for their elegant, upscale aesthetic. After their win, Deanne continued to pursue her passion for design, creating a line of homewares, while Darren, a former AFL player, focused on business ventures and media appearances.

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Shannon & Simon Vos

Season 8, 2014

Reserve Price: $1,350,000
Sale Price: $1,900,000
Profit: $435,000

The Vos brothers went on to pursue design and carpentry, with Shannon becoming a sought-after designer and TV personality.

(Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)

Steve O’Donnell & Chantelle Ford

The Block: Fans vs Faves, 2014

Reserve Price: $1,834,000
Sale Price: $2,470,000
Profit: $636,000

As relative newcomers, Steve and Chantelle surprised viewers with their daring approach to design, which ultimately led to a significant profit on auction day and being crowned The Block winners. After the show, Chantelle pursued her passion for creative arts, launching her own business, Ford Millinery, focusing on handcrafted hats and accessories, while Steve continued exploring various creative and entrepreneurial ventures.

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Alisa & Lysandra Fraser

Season 6, 2013

Reserve Price: $1,146,000
Sale Price: $1,435,000
Profit: $295,000

The Fraser twins built a successful interior design business, Alisa & Lysandra Interiors, and frequently appear on TV as design experts.

(Photo by Patrick Riviere/Getty Images)

Phil Rankine & Amity Dry

The Block All Stars , 2013

Reserve Price: $1,375,000
Sale Price: $1,670,000
Profit: $295,000

Phil and Amity, returning favorites from Season 1, impressed viewers with their balanced, elegant style that incorporated both classic and modern design elements. Following their All Stars win, Amity continued her career in entertainment as a singer-songwriter, while Phil explored further opportunities in property and design.

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Brad & Lara Cranfield

Season 5, 2012

Reserve Price: $906,000
Sale Price: $1,620,000
Profit: $506,000

Brad and Lara established a boutique property styling company, infusing coastal style into client homes.

Polly Porter & Waz Jones

Season 4, 2011

Reserve Price: $840,000
Sale Price: $855,000
Profit: $15,000

Polly and Waz channelled their fun-loving style into careers in design and television, with Polly co-hosting on lifestyle shows.

John & Neisha Pitt

Season 3, 2010

Reserve Price: $800,000
Sale Price: $1,105,000
Profit: $305,000

Advocates for green building, John and Neisha became influential voices in sustainable home design.

(Photo by Patrick Riviere/Getty Images)

Andrew Rochford & Jamie Nicholson

Season 2, 2004

Reserve Price: $760,000
Sale Price: $868,000
Profit: $78,000

Andrew went on to build a successful media career, becoming a television presenter and medical professional, while Jamie continued pursuing her passion for design and renovations.

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(Photo by Patrick Riviere/Getty Images)

Adam Thorn & Fiona Mills

Season 1, 2003

Reserve Price: $751,000
Sale Price: $1,020,000
Profit: $256,000

Adam and Fiona, The Block’s first winners, became early icons of Australian home renovation. Fiona transitioned into real estate and interior consulting, helping clients achieve practical yet stylish spaces.

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