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West Australian
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Home and Away is coming to WA: Hit soap to film in the west this October
Home and Away is heading west for the first-time. Australia's number one television drama will film an 'ambitious, high-stakes storyline' in WA this October. Details are still unknown at this stage, with filming preparations a closely guarded secret. But pre-production is underway for the five special episodes, which will see Home and Away visit this side of the country for the first time in its 37-year history. 'In partnership with Tourism Western Australia, this special Home and Away event will see the show trade the familiar sands of Summer Bay for the vast and varied landscapes of WA,' an official release states. Filming is set to take place 'at several locations' across the State, with producers promising Western Australia will be showcased in all its stunning glory, 'from cosmopolitan Perth to its rugged coastline and expansive red outback.' The WA Government claims the episodes will showcase the State to audiences beyond Australis and New Zealand to almost 50 other international markets. The UK has a strong Home and Away fan base, with 250,000 UK-based viewers per episode, presenting a huge opportunity to promote WA as a tourism destination. Home and Away series producer, Lucy Addario, said the cast and crew were 'beyond excited' to be packing their bags and heading to Perth to begin shooting in two months' time. '(Western Australia's) awe-inspiring beauty, diverse landscapes and sheer scale make it the perfect backdrop for this huge storyline,' she said. 'Working with the Tourism Western Australia team has been an absolute joy and we can't wait for audiences to fall in love with WA like we have.' Tourism Minister Reece Whitby said he was thrilled to welcome the iconic show here. 'Home and Away has been a staple of Australian television for close to 40 years, and this special WA storyline presents a great opportunity to showcase the State to millions of viewers across the country and around the world,' he said. 'When our pristine coastline and diverse tourism experiences are broadcast to homes across the country and overseas next year, we encourage viewers to come and see these spectacular locations for themselves.' Home and Away, which has been on air since 1988, famously films its outside locations at Palm Beach in NSW's northern beaches. The special Home and Away event will premiere in 2026 on Seven and 7plus. Home and Away airs Monday-to-Thursday at 7pm. The show's stars, Lynne McGranger and Hailey Pinto, are nominees for the 65th TV WEEK Logie Awards, broadcast exclusively on Seven and 7plus from 7.00pm on Sunday August 3. Click here to vote.
7NEWS
04-07-2025
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Star jockey Blake Spriggs opens up on decision to retire after devastating fall
Group 1-winning jockey Blake Spriggs has officially called time on his riding career, six months after a horror fall at Moruya left him with life-threatening injuries. In an emotional interview with Lizzie Jelfs for 7Horse Racing, the 33-year-old revealed that medical advice ultimately forced his hand. Watch the full story only on Channel 7's Horse Racing coverage, live from 12pm AEST Saturday, 5 July on Seven and 7plus. 'To hear the neurologist say that if I was to have another concussion or a knock to the head it would most likely kill me, that made it pretty easy to make the decision,' Spriggs said. The fall in January left Spriggs with a shocking list of injuries including multiple broken ribs, a fractured collarbone, a lacerated liver and a bleed on the brain. But it was the internal damage that nearly proved fatal. 'I was essentially drowning in my own blood,' he said. 'I would've died on the track if they didn't respond quickly. I was then taken via helicopter to the hospital.' As paramedics worked frantically to stabilise him, Blake's fiancée, KC Osborne, was at home watching the race live on television. 'When he fell, I just screamed. I didn't know if he was dead or alive,' she recalled. 'I was told by the doctor that Blake was conscious, I thought it might be bad but he's going to make it right? Then the doctor said, 'I'm not sure.' 'I just never expected to hear that. I just said well, you better get in there and save his life because he's got a two-year-old to look after.' Since then, their young son Brooklyn has been the guiding light in Blake's recovery and one of the reasons behind his decision to step away from the sport that once defined him. But as for any dreams of their son carrying on the family legacy in the saddle? 'No, he's not being a jockey,' KC said. 'Trust me I can't handle it.' 'We'll be looking to put a golf club or a tennis racquet in his hand,' laughed Spriggs
West Australian
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Win the ultimate luxury escape at Berkeley River Lodge with Stranded on Honeymoon Island
To celebrate the launch of Seven's brand-new reality series, Stranded on Honeymoon Island, Seven and PerthNow are giving West Australians the chance to win a luxury escape worth more than $20,000. The lucky winner will enjoy a five-night, all-inclusive stay for two at the Berkeley River Lodge, nestled along the pristine Kimberley coastline in one of Australia's last untouched wilderness frontiers. Accessible only by air or water, the experience combines remote adventure with refined luxury. Launching Monday, 23 June on Seven, Stranded on Honeymoon Island is a raw and romantic social experiment where couples meet for the first time—and are immediately stranded together on a remote tropical island. To extend the experience beyond the screen, Seven and PerthNow are bringing the adventure to life with an interactive competition. Running from 23 June to 3 July, the competition invites viewers watch Stranded on Honeymoon Island, Monday and Tuesday nights at 7.30 or throughout the week on 7plus, then visit PerthNow to answer a video driven question about the show. With a new question released daily, viewers will have multiple chances to enter bringing an extra sense of excitement to the new reality series. This competition offers our audiences the chance to win a truly extraordinary getaway while creating a connection to the show. We think they'll be hooked on from the very start!' The promotion kicks off on Monday 23 June with the winner drawn on Friday 4 July. Ready to escape? Visit PerthNow/stranded during the promotional period for full details and your chance to win.
Perth Now
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
WIN a five-night stay at the Berkeley River Lodge
To celebrate the launch of Seven's exciting new reality series, Stranded on Honeymoon Island we're giving you the chance to jet off on your own unforgettable adventure – a five-night all-inclusive stay at the luxurious Berkely River Lodge – Australia's most remote and exclusive retreat. Nestled in the untouched wilderness of Western Australia's breathtaking Kimberley region, Berkeley River Lodge is a true once-in-a-lifetime destination. Accessible only by air, this secluded sanctuary promises pristine beaches and world-class indulgence. Entering is simple! Just watch Stranded on Honeymoon Island on Seven, Mondays and Tuesdays at 7:30pm or on 7plus, then answer the daily question below. Each day from Monday 23 June – Thursday 3 July, there will be a new question to answer about the show, with every correct answer being another chance to win! Entries close on Thursday 3 July, at 11:59 pm. Only one entry per question will be accepted. T&Cs apply. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide.
West Australian
18-06-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Luke Hodge spends night in emergency room after suffering forehead cut playing social basketball
Luke Hodge has spent a night in the emergency room of a hospital after copping a stray elbow to the head playing social basketball . The newly inducted Australian football Hall of Fame member appeared on the panel of The Agenda Setters on Tuesday night with a noticeable cut with stitches on his forehead that had to be addressed straight away. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Luke Hodge sporting gash on head after basketball incident. Kane Cornes introduced co-hosts Caroline Wilson and Dale Thomas first before getting to the man sitting next to him, who had a story to tell. '...and Luke Hodge, the dual Norm Smith medallist, Hawthorn champion, and a man with a fresh gash on his forehead — what has happened, Luke?' Cornes said to start the show. A slightly sheepish Hodge, who was famous for his combative and fearless playing style on the field as an AFL player, was happy to have a laugh at how he found himself back in a medical room. 'Ah, it's old-man basketball, Kane,' Hodge said. 'I went up for a layup, and you can sort of see it there, it's a little bit of a gash. 'I got a nice little elbow right in the forehead and spent the night in emergency.' Stream The Agenda Setters for free, live or on-demand, anytime at 7plus It comes just months after the retired footy star injured his hamstring, also from playing basketball, despite trying to train for a marathon. 'Daisy, have we not had this conversation about him?' Cornes jovially taunted. Thomas replied: 'We have; he did a hamstring with similar results, and now the (gash).' Hodge laughed it off, saying he's 'just passionate'. 'I think we need to hold an intervention after the show tonight,' Cornes added, before Wilson chimed in. 'I think the intervention might be closer to home,' she laughed. Hodge confirmed he was given a reality check by family when he got home. 'Yeah, the first thing (said at home) was, 'Do you reckon you should give up on sport?'' he said. Hodge posted footage of the moment he tore his hamstring reaching for a ball in April, after which he pledged himself to pilates in an attempt to bullet-proof himself for the marathon. 'After hurting my hamstring in old-man basketball, I've realised I have to dedicate more time to my preparation and recovery for my upcoming marathon,' he said. 'Let's hope the old body holds up through the training.'
