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BBAU 2025: Casting open, return to Dreamworld Confirmed
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*raptI was excited when Queensland was confirmed as the location because I knew fans of the show would be wrapped.
If they get a telco on board (and surely they will) they should have flip phones as prizes. Really lean into it.3Mobile... where you at?![]()
matts bb
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Motorola Razr anyone? Smart flip phone?*rapt
If they get a telco on board (and surely they will) they should have flip phones as prizes. Really lean into it.
That's what I'm thinking. There are modern flip phones about. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip etc. And a nice callback for the old school viewers, especially if they make it a standing joke at each eviction. You win a flip phone!Motorola Razr anyone? Smart flip phone?
BBAU25
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Big Brother is back in Queensland | Screen Queensland
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM NETWORK 10 Image: Host Mel Tracina at the Gold Coastβs Dreamworld, the home of Big Brother (courtesy Network 10) A brand-new house, back where it all began. Direct from the diaryβ¦

"Get ready for a summer of incredible human drama and unforgettable moments."![]()
Big Brother is back in Queensland | Screen Queensland
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM NETWORK 10 Image: Host Mel Tracina at the Gold Coastβs Dreamworld, the home of Big Brother (courtesy Network 10) A brand-new house, back where it all began. Direct from the diaryβ¦screenqueensland.com.au
Going to be a pretty short summer.
From speculation many months ago, I mentioned the Dreamworld Exibition Centre could probably serve as a live audience studio if they weren't willing to build anything. With how things are these days, they'll probably put up a giant tent or something.
I would have to assume what they need on sight is probably less these days. Were the editors and people reviewing the footage even on sight in the past?
I would have to assume what they need on sight is probably less these days. Were the editors and people reviewing the footage even on sight in the past?
Yes they were.I would have to assume what they need on sight is probably less these days. Were the editors and people reviewing the footage even on sight in the past?
Kegztaa
Big Brother's neighbour
To quote Mel, I am indeed βwrapppedβ to once again be big brotherβs neighbour.
Iβm in Coomera and shall keep an eye on any happenings for you all.
And also as if theyβd build a new house just for a month long series, weβre so back next year. #100daysin2026

And also as if theyβd build a new house just for a month long series, weβre so back next year. #100daysin2026
BBAU25
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The amphitheatre had editing bays on the side of the building (half underground) plus other rooms for recording, green rooms etc etcFrom speculation many months ago, I mentioned the Dreamworld Exibition Centre could probably serve as a live audience studio if they weren't willing to build anything. With how things are these days, they'll probably put up a giant tent or something.
I would have to assume what they need on sight is probably less these days. Were the editors and people reviewing the footage even on sight in the past?
Can you get/borrow/steal a drone?To quote Mel, I am indeed βwrapppedβ to once again be big brotherβs neighbour.Iβm in Coomera and shall keep an eye on any happenings for you all.
And also as if theyβd build a new house just for a month long series, weβre so back next year. #100daysin2026
BBAU25
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If they did use the DEC, they would need a location for all the production crew.. I realise they could bring in production trucks and stuff, would it be the best solution (maybe) could they build editing bays onto the side of the house (not sure)From speculation many months ago, I mentioned the Dreamworld Exibition Centre could probably serve as a live audience studio if they weren't willing to build anything. With how things are these days, they'll probably put up a giant tent or something.
I would have to assume what they need on sight is probably less these days. Were the editors and people reviewing the footage even on sight in the past?
BBAU25
Active Member


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Big Brother Australia | Dreamworld
Thatβs right, Big Brother Australia is making its grand return to Dreamworld, where it all began!
Big Brother Australia is coming home to Dreamworld!
Dreamworld is thrilled to announce that the iconic reality show is returning to its original home on the Gold Coast and filming right here in our epic all-in-one theme park. From secret tasks to unexpected twists, youβll soon be able to experience the drama, laughs, and strategy of Big Brother Australia in a whole new way right from the heart of Dreamworld.Dreamworld has all the worlds in one, and now, weβre adding the world of reality TV back onto the list as Big Brother makes its return to Channel 10! Including the live shows and live evictions back at Dreamworld too.
Stay tuned for more updates and in-park experiences as the countdown begins!
Source: https://www.dreamworld.com.au/events/big-brother/
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BB12
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Guys the nostalgia is through the roof right now. Most of the comments on socials are begging for the old format to come back, which is what we're getting, and the social team are replying with "Back at Dreamworld
οΈ Live Nominations
οΈ Live Evictions
οΈ with some more nostalgic surprises TBC".
And even if it's a short series, I do believe next year will be longer.
Dreamworld is back, the theme is back, it's like I've time warped back to 2001.
I reckon channel 7 are probably scratching their heads thinking "why didn't we think of that?" Clowns.



And even if it's a short series, I do believe next year will be longer.
Dreamworld is back, the theme is back, it's like I've time warped back to 2001.
I reckon channel 7 are probably scratching their heads thinking "why didn't we think of that?" Clowns.
BBAU25
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The show could run 7 weeks; launch 2nd of nov and run through to the 21st of December.Guys the nostalgia is through the roof right now. Most of the comments on socials are begging for the old format to come back, which is what we're getting, and the social team are replying with "Back at DreamworldοΈ Live Nominations
οΈ Live Evictions
οΈ with some more nostalgic surprises TBC".
And even if it's a short series, I do believe next year will be longer.
Dreamworld is back, the theme is back, it's like I've time warped back to 2001.
I reckon channel 7 are probably scratching their heads thinking "why didn't we think of that?" Clowns.
Rison
Wahoo!
Despite the hype, I imagine Dreamworld got a decent bargain with being a major sponsor for the show.
After the ratings being what they were on Seven, I can't imagine big brands are stepping up to be involved (after all, the last season was sponsored by a relatively small sex toy website) and will be a little apprehensive about jumping in. Depending on how well the show does in its return, future seasons will likely be a different story.
But Dreamworld is scoring big by getting in now. Because even when it comes to securing a new deal in the future, they've got the "your purpose-built location is on our land - do you really want to move?" card.
After the ratings being what they were on Seven, I can't imagine big brands are stepping up to be involved (after all, the last season was sponsored by a relatively small sex toy website) and will be a little apprehensive about jumping in. Depending on how well the show does in its return, future seasons will likely be a different story.
But Dreamworld is scoring big by getting in now. Because even when it comes to securing a new deal in the future, they've got the "your purpose-built location is on our land - do you really want to move?" card.
From the application site: At this stage, shooting will commence approx early November 2025. Exact dates will be confirmed later in the process.
Maybe it could run through summer? Definitely unconventional but there's a lot of money invested to get it off the ground so why short change it with a 4-5 week season?
Maybe it could run through summer? Definitely unconventional but there's a lot of money invested to get it off the ground so why short change it with a 4-5 week season?
BBAU25
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10 wonβt have any issues with sponsors, They already have great sponsorships with their other flagship shows. Optus was a sponsor back in 03, I can see them getting in on the action.Despite the hype, I imagine Dreamworld got a decent bargain with being a major sponsor for the show.
After the ratings being what they were on Seven, I can't imagine big brands are stepping up to be involved (after all, the last season was sponsored by a relatively small sex toy website) and will be a little apprehensive about jumping in. Depending on how well the show does in its return, future seasons will likely be a different story.
But Dreamworld is scoring big by getting in now. Because even when it comes to securing a new deal in the future, they've got the "your purpose-built location is on our land - do you really want to move?" card.