Big Brother: Season 16
The iconic social experiment that launched countless conversations, rivalries, friendships and of course, the bum dance, returns refreshed and ready to capture a whole new generation of fans while rekindling nostalgia for longtime viewers. Hosted by Mel Tracina, the reboot will feature everything you loved in the noughties: live nominations, live evictions, and all the action live from Dreamworld.
Season 16 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Big Brother Season 15.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season overview
The iconic social experiment that launched countless conversations, rivalries, friendships and of course, the bum dance, returns refreshed and ready to capture a whole new generation of fans while rekindling nostalgia for longtime viewers. Hosted by Mel Tracina, the reboot will feature everything you loved in the noughties: live nominations, live evictions, and all the action live from Dreamworld.
Episode Guide
Season 16 Progress Shield
Launch
Nov 9, 2025 · 74 min
Big Brother is back at Dreamworld! A new cast of Aussies faces twists, tasks, and live evictions. It's the return of the social experiment that changed reality TV forever.
Live Special
Nov 10, 2025 · 55 min
The drama ramps up in the Big Brother House! The Housemates face their first Shopping Task, but Big Brother has a twist that will test their confidence and stir tension. Meanwhile,
Daily Show (Day 2)
Nov 11, 2025 · 49 min
Australia’s 13th Housemate has officially entered - but their first mission is a stealth challenge. Can they sneak in and stay hidden for 90 seconds without being caught?
Live Nominations
Nov 12, 2025 · 51 min
The first nominations for eviction are revealed to the housemates but not before the Housemates sit down for their first family dinner. A conversation about pretty privilege sparks
Daily Show (Day 4)
Nov 13, 2025 · 44 min
Big Brother’s Bargain Basement is going into liquidation. Housemates must beg harder than ever to win back their belongings - the bigger the beg, the better the return. Meanwhile,
Daily Show (Day 5)
Nov 14, 2025 · 47 min
With food rations running low and Holly and Colin’s PDA agitating some Housemates, tensions are at an all-time high. What begins as a meeting to settle differences quickly spirals
Live Eviction
Nov 16, 2025 · 61 min
It's elimination night! Which housemate will be the first to go?
Live Nominations
Nov 17, 2025 · 52 min
Divisions emerge in the house as a head housemate is chosen.
Daily Show (Day 9)
Nov 18, 2025 · 47 min
Fallout from the nominations have put the housemates on edge.
Daily Show (Day 10)
Nov 19, 2025 · 45 min
The housemates work on rebuilding trust with each other.
Daily Show (Day 11)
Nov 20, 2025 · 53 min
Our housemates start to bond, both emotionally and physically.
Daily Show (Day 12)
Nov 21, 2025 · 48 min
Some of the housemates get to enjoy a movie. Some of them don't.
Live Eviction
Nov 23, 2025 · 65 min
A shock twist eviction will have two housemates going home.
Live Nominations
Nov 24, 2025 · 52 min
Last night's evictions lead to a surprising night of nominations.
Daily Show (Day 16)
Nov 25, 2025 · 50 min
The housemates are welcomed to The Grand BB Hotel.
Daily Show (Day 17)
Nov 26, 2025 · 52 min
Chaos unfolds at The Grand BB Hotel as the guests and staff clash.
Daily Show (Day 18)
Nov 27, 2025 · 48 min
The secret task may be over, but tension is still building among the housemates.
Daily Show (Day 19)
Nov 28, 2025 · 41 min
A new day brings new life into the Big Brother house.
Live Nominations
Dec 1, 2025 · 50 min
With one week to go, who will the housemates nominate for eviction?
Daily Show (Day 23)
Dec 2, 2025 · 41 min
As the house celebrates Christmas, who ends up on the naughty list?
Live Nominations
Dec 3, 2025 · 56 min
A surprise eviction and nomination catch the housemates off guard.
Daily Show (Day 25)
Dec 4, 2025 · 45 min
The housemates enjoy the few days they have left in the house.
Daily Show (Day 26)
Dec 5, 2025 · 47 min
Will the housemates pass the last secret task from Big Brother?
Live Eviction
Dec 7, 2025 · 62 min
Seven housemates become five. Who will be evicted from the Big Brother house?
Finale
Dec 8, 2025 · 79 min
Five Housemates remain. Who will win and take home the $135,000 prize?