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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Home and Away LEAVES Sydney's Northern Beaches for the first time in 36 years with new filming location revealed - and it's not in NSW
Home and Away is leaving Summer Bay behind for the first time in 36 years. The Australian soap opera has been filming at Palm Beach, in Sydney 's Northern Beaches, since its inception in 1988. But now the show is heading west - to Western Australia, to be precise. However, the move is not a permanent one, with what Channel Seven calls a 'high-stakes storyline' set to take place in the region. The episodes will be, filmed against the stunning natural beauty of Western Australia, the network revealed on Monday. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 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 – from cosmopolitan Perth to its rugged coastline and expansive red outback. Filming will take place in October at several locations across the state. While storyline and casting details are being kept tightly under wraps, producers promise that Western Australia will take centre stage. 'Our cast and crew are beyond excited to be filming in Western Australia – a first for Home and Away,' Home and Away Series Producer, Lucy Addario, said. 'Its awe-inspiring beauty, diverse landscapes and sheer scale make it the perfect backdrop for this huge storyline. '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.' The special Home and Away event will premiere in 2026 on Seven and 7plus. It comes after it was revealed that Home and Away is losing yet another beloved character, leading fans to wonder whether it may be the next soapie to leave screens. The episodes will be, filmed against the stunning natural beauty of Western Australia, the network revealed on Monday. Pictured: A scene from the soap After news broke that Juliet Godwin is saying goodbye to the beloved Aussie series, rumours are circulating that another cast member is eyeing the door. According to reports, Matt Evans, who plays Theo Poulos in the series, is set to leave Summer Bay. Matt, 28, has been a regular feature on the show for three and a half years. The news of Matt's potential exit from the show points to a larger problem in the soapie sphere: could Home and Away be the next TV series to get the axe? Neighbours made headlines in February after it was revealed the show would be leaving screens a second time around, less than two years after it was first revived. The final ever episode will air at the end of 2025, with fans forced to say goodbye to Ramsay Street.
West Australian
2 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.
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Home and Away is coming to WA: Hit soap to film in the west this October
Home and Away is headed to Western Australia to film in October. Home and Away is headed to Western Australia to film in October. Credit: Supplied 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.' Camera Icon Hailey Pinto joined Home and Away a year ago, and is nominated for a Logie this year. Credit: Scott Ehler / TheWest 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.' Camera Icon Tourism Minister Reece Whitby. Credit: Ross Swanborough / The West Australian 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.
AU Financial Review
18-07-2025
- Business
- AU Financial Review
Margaret River woos the world in Best 50 Vineyards coup
What does it take to shine the global spotlight on one of the planet's most secluded wine regions? For Tourism Western Australia and its jewel, Margaret River, the answer is a substantial investment and a marquee partnership with William Reed's global 50 Best machine. The WA tourism body and the British food and drink list-maker will bring wine industry opinion leaders to Margaret River, a region three hours by car from the Perth, to toast its annual list, The World's Best 50 Vineyards 2025, this November.
Perth Now
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Pair'd 2025 festival an immersive feast for the senses
If Margaret River's legendary wines could sing, what would they sound like? It's a mystery multi-sensory artist and wine writer Dr Jo Burzynska will attempt to uncover in a world-first sonic experience presented as part of Pair'd Margaret River Region 2025. The second incarnation of what has been dubbed 'Australia's chicest wine and food festival' will return from November 20 to 23 with a menagerie of 30 unique activations that weave together culture and gastronomy. A highlight from the newly-released program is Tasting Notes: Sound of a Region, which will see Dr Burzynska create original soundscapes inspired by Margaret River and its iconic cabernet, chardonnay, sparkling and sauvignon semillon. Dr Jo Burzynska will create a sonic experience inspired by Margaret River's wines at Pair'd 2025. Credit: Supplied This immersive symphony for the senses will set the tone for Pair'd flagship events Nature's Table, New Wave Gathering and The Grand Tasting and will offer guests an entirely unique perspective on the region by way of sound. The rest of the program is similarly exciting, indicating Pair'd 2025 is set to follow in the footsteps of its inaugural sold-out series last year. Acclaimed Argentine chef Francis Mallmann, often referred to as the 'godfather of fire', will make his first Australian appearance in more than a decade when he teams up with Dave Pynt of Singapore's Michelin-starred Burnt Ends, social media powerhouse Andy Hearnden ('Andy Cooks') and Perth cult BBQ crew Big Don's for an unmissable smoky showdown at Wills Domain. Hear an atmospheric fusion of opera and didgeridoo underground paired with native bushfood aperitivo at Ngilgi Reverie, then bask on the pristine shores of Meelup Beach while lapping up a surf-and-turf feast and live saxophone for the Pair'd Beach Club pop-up. Pair'd Margaret River Region 2025 is a true feast for the senses, with events including Nature's Table. Credit: Tourism Western Australia / Supplied New Wave Gathering will offer a future-forward spin on wine tasting with next gen makers, low-fi DJ beats and expert masterclasses, while the enchanting Nature's Table invites diners to settle beneath the karri trees of Tanah Marah for a four-hour culinary odyssey. The list of global talent featured throughout the festival is extensive, ranging from internationally-renowned chefs such as Julien Royer, Rishi Naleendra and Nathan Outlaw to surfing champ Layne Beachley, INXS rocker Kirk Pengilly and Aussie restaurateur Matt Moran. They join an array of local legends and cultural custodians, backed by the greatest hero of all — Margaret River and her natural beauty. Pair'd Margaret River Region 2025 is a true feast for the senses, with events including a pop-up beach club. Credit: Tourism Western Australia / Supplied Pair'd festival director Hannah Pike says the showcase amplifies the connection between people, producers, landscapes and cultures. 'We're incredibly proud to present a program that is not just a festival, it's a region-wide sensory experience that celebrates what makes this part of the world so incredibly special,' Pike says. 'After the inaugural event wrapped last November, our team got to work to secure an incredible line-up of international powerhouses who'll work alongside our celebrated WA chefs, winemakers and cultural custodians, delivering a program that is designed to spark exchange, creativity and inspiration.' Pair'd Margaret River Region 2025 is a true feast for the senses, with events including New Wave Gathering. Credit: Tourism Western Australia / Supplied Just days before Pair'd kicks off, Margaret River also has the honour of being the first Australian host of the World's 50 Best Vineyards awards, which will only further add to the buzz. + The full Pair'd Margaret River Region 2025 program is now live via + Tickets are on sale now, with guests encouraged to book early as many experiences are expected to sell out. Pair'd Margaret River Region 2025 is a true feast for the senses, with events including Ngilgi Reverie. Credit: Tourism Western Australia / Supplied
