It’s official, 10 has confirmed Big Brother will leave the Gold Coast behind and relocate to Brisbane for its 2026 season.
As TV Blackbox reported back in June, the series was on the move, with Screen Queensland Studios in Hemmant floated as the likely new home for the reality series, presenting a very different setting after the show returned to Dreamworld and 10 last year.
The move comes after production timings failed to align with Dreamworld, while the lack of a roof over the live stage area and the proximity of park guests also presented challenges for the returning live format.
TV Blackbox understands the network was keen to keep production in Queensland, with the state’s screen incentives and the availability of a purpose-built studio helping make Brisbane an attractive alternative.
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The papers are signed, the boxes are packed, and the fishbowl is bubble-wrapped. It’s official, Big Brother is moving to Brisbane.
Big Brother is on the hunt for a fresh batch of housemates, but he needs a new house to fit all that main character energy under one roof. Speaking of roofs… Big Brother might even add an awning or two.
Big Brother host, Mel Tracina, said:
“Does anyone have some spare boxes and a van we can borrow? ‘Cause Big Brother is relocating from the sunny Gold Coast to hot Bris-Vegas.”
“It’s a new location, with a new house, filled with new housemates but don’t worry – it’s still the same old scheming Big Brother in charge.”
“Oh, and I’ve been told I can leave the poncho at home. Bring on Big Brother 2026!”
Construction is officially underway at Screen Queensland Studios in Hemmant. The studios have been home to Aussie classics like Boy Swallows Universe, but they’ve never seen drama this unfiltered, this unscripted, and this unmissable. Expect a return to live evictions, live nominations, and live streaming, plus an even longer run to get totally hooked.
When it comes to the vision board, Big Brother’s tastes are a little… unconventional. His house must have gossip nooks, a diary room, “mad tuna storage”, and most importantly – unfiltered access, 24 hours a day. Queensland tradies, are you up for the task?
“The housemates will soon learn that what happens in Bris-Vegas most certainly does not stay in Bris-Vegas,” said Big Brother.
Casting applications close on August 31, so if you don’t do boring, have zero filter, and covet chaos, head to https://10.com.au/casting to apply.
If you thought you knew Big Brother, prepare to have trust issues – because this is just the start of him pulling the rug.
BNE, are you ready for our BBE**?
**Big Brother Energy
In other words back into recess/hiatus just let it die with some dignity it’s had its time
Joel Gaylor No it hasn’t
Joel Gaylor 6 million tuned in last year
I hope there’s a return to the cameras behind mirrors. Cameras out in the open aren’t as effective as hidden cameras. People tend to drop their guard more.
Bel Hally
Needs a purpose built house like the old OG in dream-world, needs a longer season like the OG, Uplate, Uncut, and a place to show more cheekiness even. If you have to partner with a streaming giant do it. None of this survivor bullshit and return to Original everything
Steph J Brown problem is privacy laws have changed since the original Big Brother went to air. Makes it very difficult for them to do what they used to do. There are things producers can and can’t do. Even 20 years ago, they overstepped the line several times.
More shit for Brisbane
I don’t care where it’s at.. as long as it’s on… bring on BB
reason: at dream world they hired out the exhibitors area for the house last year, had to fit into the reservation schedule which is why the closed the house a week early.
Building it in Brisbane means they don’t have to adhere to any schedule of a third party (aka dreamworld)
Keep going and hang a hard right go straight ahead till you find the Islands ,, keep going , & going ,, oh look at that your in the middle of the ocean ,, hope you can all swim ..
Why not rebuild PROPERLY in Dreamworld???
Kaye Cunningham they sold the land it used to be on they don’t have the land or space anymore
I’ll only watch if the Almighty Mike Goldman is back.
Siobhan Murphy he is
Siobhan Murphy he was last time
Janelle McIntyre I know. I just mean he comes back this season too..
I do wish Channel 10 the very best
It needs to be like the og. Everyday hms, all shapes/sizes, ages etc. Not just wannabe online famous people. Be live, online etc. The last few seasons were 💩
Ben Bewick totally agree.
We need personalities like the beautiful Chrissie Swan.
That last season just felt like fake dumb arses who wanted a quick run to fame.
It’s had its day
Hopefully it runs for 3 months
Sair Bear
BB was terrific in it’s early years because it was a new concept on australian television and it came here after it is success around the world. After season 3 it turned to poo with it being unsuccessful on two other networks.
I could the big brother house fitting in at Fortitude Valley.
Jeph
Hemmant get your face masks on big brother contestants
Will be great go to the queensport for a lovely meal then next door is were there having it i think .how goods that🙂
The housemates haven’t even been chosen yet. I don’t think the location really matters at this stage 🤓
Shit show.
Ohhhh soooo looking forward to more big brother NOT !!!!
Ronald Fitzpatrick you don’t have to watch.
Susan Gillet-Hird yeah don’t worry i wont be and from what i have read alot of people wont be watching either the show has passed its used by date but you enjoy the show when it comes back 🙂
Hi Ronald – I’m sure Susan will…and isn’t that the point? That people enjoy watching the shows they like, no matter what other people think?
Gee Ronald… what a sad mindset. I won’t be watching BB, but why yuck someone’s yum if it isn’t hurting you? How embarrassing.
Ronald Fitzpatrick majority of Aussies are so cope
It was fine at dreamworld
the fishbowl reference…..does this mean surly may make a return this year? Can only hope
Bring back Friday Night games! That was fun! Bring back Mike, Bree and Fitzy to host it too. They were the good days of BB!
Paul Hatzi are you applying? You wont have far to move 😝
How can people still be watching this crap
More wannabe celebrities!! lol 😂