Married at First Sight Australia 2026 is just days away, and Channel Nine has finally dropped an exciting teaser giving fans an early look at what’s to come. The promo hints at fresh faces, emotional highs and lows, and the unpredictable journey of love that the series is known for. Along with the teaser, Channel Nine has confirmed the official premiere date, so viewers can mark their calendars and get ready for the drama, romance and heartfelt moments that lie ahead.
Even better, all of the show’s key experts are returning to guide this season’s couples. Their experience and insights will be front and center as participants navigate the challenges of meeting — and marrying — complete strangers. With mix of romance, tension, and real-life stakes, Married at First Sight Australia 2026 looks set to deliver another season full of unforgettable moments. Stay tuned!
When does Married at First Sight Australia 2026 air?
Channel Nine announced the MAFS 2026 season will commence airing on Monday, February 2, just following the Australian Open.
- On January 25, Channel Nine shared a teaser to introduce us to Gia.
- “My husband needs to keep up with me!” declared the MAFS bride in the teaser trailer.
- “I will keep him guessing. Although I may be difficult, when it comes to men I always get my way.
Gia has already caused quite the stir since this teaser video was posted; she even described herself as being typical “Spicy Italian”, creating considerable buzz and prompting the Daily Mail to report that Gia doesn’t care what other people think; in their estimation she makes for truly iconic television! A source told them so.
On January 23rd, another bride can be seen shouting to another that ‘You are not coming for my husband!’ at an invitation-only dinner party.
- Alissa (see the cast below) also tells her groom she does not think they can marry one another.
- Season 13 will also bring new challenges, including the newly added “Revelations Week.”
- Final Test Week will return this April to challenge and test couples, and to provide us with some entertainment during dinner parties – it even has its own spin-off series which can be found here!
- Take a look below at the newest teaser for the upcoming season.
Which experts are returning to MAFS 2026?
Married at First Sight Australia is back for another season on Channel Nine in 2026 and, along with it comes its famous expert panel – John Aiken, Mel Schilling, and Alessandra Rampolla will return as key guides through one of television’s most intense relationship experiments.
John Aiken, one of the longest-serving experts on this series, returns with his trademark straight-talking approach. A clinical psychologist with decades of experience, Aiken is well known for holding contestants accountable for their behavior and challenging unhealthy relationship patterns; often focused on emotional honesty and long-term compatibility, Aiken plays an instrumental role in providing contestants with advice that enhances emotional integrity and long-term compatibility.
Mel Schilling, a relationship coach and behavioral specialist, has returned. Specializing in communication styles, emotional triggers and conflict resolution techniques, Schilling helps couples better understand how their personal habits influence their relationships – often playing an instrumental role during commitment ceremonies.
Alessandra Rampolla rounds out their trio, as a certified clinical sexologist specializing in intimacy, attraction and physical connection between couples. Her supportive but candid guidance has proven essential in their experiment.
MAFS Australia experts are back, ready to guide participants through all of the emotional highs, dramatic lows and difficult decisions that define MAFS Australia.
At the 9Upfronts event in October, it was confirmed that Alessandra Rampolla, John Aiken and Mel Schilling would all return as relationship experts on MAFS 2026.
John told the Daily Mail at the event that brides were “empowered and outspoken”, while Alessandra noted it was a particularly “feisty” group of women this season.
“What we wanted to accomplish this year was bring back some love into the workplace – and we certainly did that,” John noted.
“Love stories that we never expected to happen actually did. Others that seemed ideal on paper turned out differently entirely.” That unexpectedness is one of the hallmarks of great drama!
Mel stated that she couldn’t wait for viewers to meet all of the participants involved in her relationship experiment.
MAFS 2026 Experts Return as John Aiken Promises ‘Bold, Outspoken Brides’ and Real Love Again
At the recent 9Upfronts event, it was revealed that Alessandra Rampolla, John Aiken and Mel Schilling would all return as relationship experts on MAFS 2026.
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John told the Daily Mail at the event that brides-to-be were “empowered and outspoken”, while Alessandra noted it was an especially bold group this season.
“What we wanted to accomplish this year was restore some love into the space – and we did just that,” John continued.
“Love stories in this show often involve unexpected outcomes – some that were unlikely to flourish ended up doing just that, while others that initially appeared promising could end in disaster. Their unpredictable outcomes make for exciting viewing!”
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Mel then announced that this year’s relationship experiment promises to be “amazing”, and she can’t wait for viewers to meet its participants.