News about Shelley Craft
The Block viewers slam the show's controversial cooking challenge as the teams compete to win a $120,000 boat: 'This isn't MasterChef'
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September 5, 2024
The Block viewers were left confused on Wednesday night after the Channel Nine reality TV series aired a controversial cooking challenge. Host Scott Cam, 61, gave the contestants a break from their building projects and tasked them with a bizarre challenge - to prepare a delicious fish meal for him and co-host Shelley Craft. Cam kept the Blockheads on their toes by telling them the winning team would score a $120,000 Bar Crusher fishing boat, that they could auction off with their house.
The Block sneak peek reveals baby drama throws show into turmoil: 'I'm going into early labour!'
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August 7, 2024
Fans of The Block can look forward to plenty of excitement when the hit renovation show drops on Monday. A new teaser has revealed baby drama is set to throw Nine's 20th anniversary season on Phillip Island into turmoil. The preview shows new Blockhead Haydn, 37, getting an emergency call from his partner just as things on the building site are heating up.
Channel Nine shares major news about The Block ahead of season premiere
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August 4, 2024
Excitement is building as Channel Nine has officially announced the premiere date for the highly anticipated new season of The Block. Fans of the popular renovation reality show can mark their calendars for August 12, when the series is set to return with a fresh batch of contestants ready to transform rundown properties into stunning masterpieces. This season promises to deliver the drama, creativity, and nail-biting renovations that have made The Block a household name across Australia.
The Block 2024: Channel Nine drops new trailer promising lots of drama in 20th anniversary season - as they introduce the five teams competing on Phillip Island
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July 31, 2024
Channel Nine has dropped a hilarious new trailer for the upcoming season of its hit renovation series The Block, and it looks to be filled with contestant drama. The trailer begins by introducing the five teams competing on the series and showing viewers how their distinct personalities are set to clash. 'Prepare to meet your new Blockhead couples. They are about to find out the biggest Block ever ain't no holiday,' a voice over begins.
Shelley Craft reveals an exciting preview ahead of Channel Nine's hit show's 20th anniversary season
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April 5, 2024
The Block is one of Australia's most popular reality hits. Shelley Craft, the Nine ratings queen, took to her socials on Friday to announce that its 20th anniversary filming schedule is about to begin. With a blog starring The Block's beloved host Scott Cam, the 47-year-old real estate agent celebrated the news.
Jeniene Mapp-Testa's health battle, which was revealed in a tragic depth on late Saturday Disney host Jeniene Mapp-Testa's health fight
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November 27, 2023
Jeniene Mapp-Testa's husband has revealed the one thing she wanted to do before she died of kidney failure in October at the age of 49. Jeniene's husband, Lincoln, 62, told New Idea magazine this week that she had always wanted to see her son, 19, walk down the aisle, and start a family but unfortunately never got to do so. Ben's biggest regret was that she wouldn't see him married or have children.' 'Ben was the love of her life,' he said.
Jeniene Mapp-Testa's husband, the late Saturday Disney host, has broken silence on her death: "The best person I've ever known."
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November 22, 2023
Jeniene Mapp-Testa's husband has spoken out after her tragic death this week. Mapp-Testa is the best person' he's ever met, according to Lincoln Testa, who owns a popular cafe on the Gold Coast. 'She always looked after others, she made everyone laugh, and she was as real as you could get,' he told the Gold Coast Bulletin.'
Jeniene Mapp-Testa dead: Children's TV host best known for Saturday Disney has died
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November 20, 2023
Jeniene Mapp-Testa, the children's television presenter best known for her appearance on Saturday Disney in the 90s, has died. After beginning dialysis therapy, the media star died last week. Mapp-Testa was an original host of Saturday Disney, alongside James Sherry and Sofie Formica.
The Block's Shelley Craft pairs a white T-shirt with black jeans as she inspects million dollar Byron Bay home she's flipping with real estate agent husband Christian Sergiacomi
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August 24, 2023
Shelley Craft and her real estate agent husband Christian Sergiacomi have started their next big renovation project in Byron Bay. After successfully flipping and selling a $2.3 million home in 2021, the serial high-end flippers returned to their hometown. The real estate aficionados purchased their new home for $1.8 million last year, and renovations are ongoing for the savvy couple.
The Block's Shelley Craft launches extraordinary attack on the show's 'worst team' ever
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August 3, 2023
Shelley Craft, the Block co-host, launched an extraordinary spray on Thursday against Ankur Dogra and Sharon Johal, last year's 'villain' contestants. When asked about the lack of building expertise among this year's contestants, the TV presenter, 47, was discussing the forthcoming season with Hit's Maz and Matty. We were after fantastic characters, and I think we've hit it this year.' I've always believed that my best team would be an accountant and a HR manager,' she said.
Shelley Craft, Shayna Blaze and Scotty Cam film retro commercial for the new season of The Block
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March 27, 2023
On Saturday, The Block stars were channeling the 1950s. Block judges Shaynna Blaze, Darren Palmer, and Neale Whitaker joined host Scott Cam and Shelley Craft in celebrating their retro best. At the new 2023 Block location, the cast gathered together to film a new commercial for the series.
The real reason why the Block auction bombed was revealed by Channel Nine's chief
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November 30, 2022
The Block: Tree Change has concluded with one of the most exciting finales in the company's 18-year history. After the show built its 'largest Block ever,' viewers took to social media to express their dissatisfaction with the auction.' Hamish Turner, the Nine Programming Director, appeared on TV Tonight to say, 'I think we should accept that this year we've had about five or six interest rate increases this year, both when the show began and the auction.'
Shelley Craft, co-host of Block 3, shares what fans can expect to see in the forthcoming 2023 season
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November 25, 2022
Shelley Craft, a Block co-host, has shared new information about what fans can expect to see in the 2023 season following the tumultuous conclusion on this year's show. The Blockheads will return to Hampton, a ritzy suburb in Melbourne where the 2021 season was shot, as it has been confirmed. Shelley predicted there would be a slew of scandals in store when speaking directly with Daily Mail Australia.
Shelley Craft of the Blocks has reported that the show's auction bidders were "not real."
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November 24, 2022
Following the show's nail-biting auction final, co-show co-host Shelley Craft has dropped down claims that the four sales this year were 'not real.' Following allegations that a multi-millionaire purchased the homes as a 'ego boost,' Shelley, who has been a member of the Channel Nine franchise for 11 years, denies that there are 'fake' bidders.'
Shelley Craft expects 'frenzied bidding' at The Block auctions… after fears of 'no sale'
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November 4, 2022
As the Block's new homes go up for auction this Sunday, Shelley Craft is expecting 'frenzied bidding.' According to the host, 46, who co-hosts the Channel Nine ratings winner with Scott Cam, the homes will sell within their $4 million to $4.4 million price ranges. Craft in Gisborne, regional Victoria, referred to the five properties on sale as 'prestigious,' according to Now to Love.
The Block 2022 auctions: Property experts reveal the team most likely to win
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November 3, 2022
The Block's grand finale is just days away. Property experts have revealed who thinks will walk away with the highest net worth as the market heats up in the lead-up to auction day. Tom and Sarah-Jane of House One will be the king, according to Alice Stolz, Greville Pabst, Frank Valentic, and Nicole Jacobs of Domain, but Shelley Craft has the funds for House 2 by Rachel and Ryan.
The drama on The Block, according to Ankur and Sharon's real estate agent, doesn't depict their 'winning house.'
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November 2, 2022
Sharon Johal and Ankur Dogra's real estate agent has spoken out about representing The Block's most outspoken couple on auction day. The team's on-screen drama, according to Sean Parker of Macedon Ranges Sotheby's International Realty, did not represent the quality of their completed home. 'I think it's a house you must see.' Yes, if you're curious, but people who do make it up are highly impressed,' she told host Shelley Craft on The Block Podcast.
During a high-pressure situation, Block's Tom and Sarah-Jane clashes
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October 19, 2022
Tensions are up at The Block's Working from Home Space Week, with the contestants really feeling the heat as auction day approaches. During Tuesday's episode, Tom and Sarah-Jane clashed on site, realizing that their study room would not be ready in time for the judges. The team decided to use a 120sqm space rather than the 30sqm room that was required.
Keith Stone of the Blocks announces which contestant is one of the finest he's ever seen
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October 15, 2022
On Channel Nine's hit reality show, Foreman Keith Schleiger from The Block has revealed his favorite contestants. Tom Calleja and his partner Sarah-Jane Wilson were selected as one of the best teams the show has ever seen, according to the straight-talking builder. The couple, who live with a one-year-old daughter, Cleo, are "the best contestants" and have tipped that their five-bedroom, three-bathroom House 1 will win this year.
The Block: Darren Palmer reveals his favourites to win the 2022 season
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September 12, 2022
So far this season, Block contestants Tom and Sarah-Jane have been kicking goals, winning their guest bedroom and ensuite on Sunday. And now, judge Darren Palmer has named the Melbourne couples as his personal favorites to win the auction. During an interview on The Block's official podcast last week, the 44-year-old interior designer made the prediction.
After the show's tumultuous host Scott Cam unleashed, block contestants Sharon and Ankur WALK OFF the show
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September 7, 2022
When hosting Scott Cam tore into the contestants while on site, a team has threatened to leave The Block. The 59-year-old is seen alongside Shelley Craft as he prepares for The Blockheads in a trailer that was released following Tuesday's episode.