The Block: Season 17
Australia's favourite reno show is back and this year, young blood takes on Block legends in The Block Fans v Faves You won't believe the twists, turns and surprises that are about to go down in this Melbourne cul-de-sac. For starters, we've thrown out the plans and our BLOCKheads must design the entire layout from scratch! It's Fans versus Faves.
Season 17 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 The Block Season 16.
- 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
Australia's favourite reno show is back and this year, young blood takes on Block legends in The Block Fans v Faves
You won't believe the twists, turns and surprises that are about to go down in this Melbourne cul-de-sac.
For starters, we've thrown out the plans and our BLOCKheads must design the entire layout from scratch!
It's Fans versus Faves.
Episode Guide
Season 17 Progress Shield
House Decider Challenge
Aug 8, 2021 · 88 min
It’s fans versus faves. The contestants must transform five very different houses into one cul-de-sac into luxury family homes, all without plans.
Guest Bedroom Week (1)
Aug 9, 2021 · 57 min
The arrival of the all-star faves see the competition get real; the host reveals which houses the teams will choose to transform.
Guest Bedroom Week (2)
Aug 10, 2021 · 55 min
Alliances are already forming, and the reality of no house plans throws the contestants off their game.
Guest Bedroom Week (3)
Aug 11, 2021 · 52 min
It’s four days to bedroom reveal and misinformation rocks the teams as the differences between the all-stars and new kids become apparent.
Guest Bedroom Reveal
Aug 15, 2021 · 68 min
The judges deliver their verdicts on the Blockheads’ guest bedrooms. While one team takes home the $10,000 cash, another may be hurt by the judges’ comments.
Bathroom Week (1)
Aug 16, 2021 · 54 min
The contestants and judges don't see eye to eye when the teams check out each other's rooms.
Bathroom Week (2)
Aug 17, 2021 · 50 min
The fans are finding out just how hard bathroom week can be. Do any of them make waterproof Wednesday?
Bathroom Week (3)
Aug 18, 2021 · 51 min
The twins await make or break news and Scotty has a game changing surprise for the contestants.
Bathroom Reveal
Aug 22, 2021 · 62 min
After a week of bathroom bungles, the judges decide who takes home $10,000 cash.
Master Bedroom & Walk-in-robe Week (1)
Aug 23, 2021 · 53 min
Josh and Luke have more problems than they know what to do with and it all gets too much for Ronnie.
Master Bedroom & Walk-in-robe Week (2)
Aug 24, 2021 · 52 min
Could this be the comeback story of the year for one couple. An emotional block challenge sees the teams dig deep.
Master Bedroom & Walk-in-robe Week (3)
Aug 25, 2021 · 48 min
There are meltdowns all around the cul-de-sac as problems keep popping up for the Blockheads.
Master Bedroom & Walk-In-Robe Reveal
Aug 29, 2021 · 64 min
The judges have a hard task ahead of them deciding who takes home the $10,000 for Master bedroom and walk-in robe week.
Half Basement Week (1)
Aug 30, 2021 · 58 min
The amazing basement reno kick off so does the biggest cheating scandal in Block history.
Half Basement Week (2)
Aug 31, 2021 · 57 min
The cheating scandal comes to a head when two contestants sit down for a tell all interview.
Half Basement Week (3)
Sep 1, 2021 · 58 min
The most dramatic night in Block history with a body corporate meeting from hell.
Half Basement Reveal
Sep 5, 2021 · 72 min
For the first time on the Block incredible basement spaces are revealed. Who wins the $10,000?
Master Ensuite Week (1)
Sep 6, 2021 · 58 min
The teams start work on their inspirational bathrooms and get together for a winners-are-grinners dinner.
Master Ensuite Week (2)
Sep 7, 2021 · 57 min
The Blockheads are set a crazy challenge that will see delight the whole family.
Master Ensuite Week (3)
Sep 8, 2021 · 51 min
The Blockheads are working hard to complete their master ensuites and with one team now in possession of the gnome the competition is hotting up.
Master Ensuite Reveal
Sep 12, 2021 · 65 min
The judges decide who to crown the winner of master ensuite week. Will the gnome come into play?
Guest Bedroom & Redo Week (1)
Sep 13, 2021 · 48 min
Which contestant suddenly realises they are on a reality TV show? The contestants get started on their bedroom and redo rooms.
Guest Bedroom & Redo Week (2)
Sep 14, 2021 · 51 min
The contestants take to the sea in a hilarious challenge. There is disastrous news for one team.
Kitchen Week (1)
Sep 20, 2021 · 54 min
The rift between The Block teams intensifies when Tanya and Vito and Josh and Luke decline an invite to Ronnie and Georgia's Winners Are Grinners dinner. This drama unfolds as Kitc
Kitchen Week (2)
Sep 21, 2021 · 59 min
As if Kitchen Week was not big enough, Scotty throws in a lip sync challenge for The Blockheads that results in some mind-blowing performances.
Kitchen Week (3)
Sep 22, 2021 · 48 min
Shelley and Scotty check on the progress of The Blockheads’ kitchens; someone is not Tanya’s cup of tea.
Kitchen Reveals
Sep 26, 2021 · 71 min
Find out who wins over $100,000 is prizes for their magnificent kitchen.
Living Room And Dining Room Week (1)
Sep 27, 2021 · 58 min
One team is furious about the judges' comments about their kitchen. Will they pick themselves up and tackle living dining room week?
Living Room And Dining Room Week (2)
Sep 28, 2021 · 53 min
The teams must present their videos to see who wins the real estate listing challenge.
Living Room And Dining Room Week (3)
Sep 29, 2021 · 52 min
Some teams are struggling with budgets, but they are putting their all in to finish their huge living and dining rooms.
Living Room And Dining Room Week Reveal
Oct 3, 2021 · 66 min
Will Tanya and Vito's game changing living and dining room pay off in tonight's judging.
Backyard Week (1)
Oct 11, 2021 · 54 min
The Blockheads start backyard week with amazing landscaping and entertainment areas planned
Backyard Week (2)
Oct 12, 2021 · 51 min
The Blockheads must present their homes to 150 potential buyers whilst continuing work on their backyards.
Backyard Week (3)
Oct 13, 2021 · 53 min
As the teams realise Kirsty and Jesse house could be a huge threat on auction day. Questions are being asked how they are affording all their trades.
Backyard Reveals
Oct 17, 2021 · 69 min
The judges are blown away by the stunning backyards. Find out who wins $10,000.
Garage, Study & Wine Cellar Week (1)
Oct 18, 2021 · 56 min
Frosty relationships cause one team to refuse to enter another team's house.
Front Garden & Facade Week (1)
Oct 25, 2021 · 53 min
With only one week left, will the contestants finish their houses on time or will front garden and facade prove to be their toughest yet?
Front Garden & Facade Week (2)
Oct 26, 2021 · 53 min
Tensions rise, money troubles are everywhere and Bronte Court is chaotic as The Blockheads work on their front gardens and facades.
Front Garden & Facade Week (3)
Oct 27, 2021 · 53 min
The Blockheads are ecstatic as their families are coming to visit. The teams reflect on their time on The Block.
Front Garden & Facade Reveal
Oct 31, 2021 · 70 min
It's the last reveal on The Block 2021 before auction day. Who wins a new car for their beautiful front garden and facade?
The Auction
Nov 7, 2021 · 122 min
There is finally an answer to the big question as the winner of The Block 2021 is revealed.