The new season is shaping up to be one of the biggest yet, with a six-night weekly schedule, a brand-new Brisbane house and the return of live nominations, live evictions and live streaming.
When Does Big Brother Australia 2026 Start?
Network 10 has confirmed that Big Brother Australia 2026 will start in October. The first October return promo arrived on 9 September, but did not reveal a specific launch night.
Big Brother teased the return in the official campaign, saying: “I’ll be back on your screens and inside your heads this October. Hope you’re ready for me.”
Until 10 locks in the date, viewers should treat any more specific launch-day claims as unconfirmed.
What Nights Will Big Brother Australia Air?
Big Brother will air six nights a week during the final quarter of 2026. The network has not yet released the full weekly schedule or times.
The six-night run is also expected to last longer than the 2025 season, giving viewers more time with the new housemates.
Where Is The Big Brother House In 2026?
The show is moving from the Gold Coast to Brisbane for 2026. Construction on the new house began at Screen Queensland Studios in Hemmant, with the location set to support the show’s live production and round-the-clock coverage.
The move to Brisbane means a completely new house, rather than a return to the 2025 Dreamworld setup.
Who Is Hosting Big Brother Australia 2026?
Mel Tracina will return as host after fronting the show’s 2025 revival on 10. She has also been placed at the centre of the new housewarming-themed launch campaign.
The season is produced for Network 10 by Endemol Shine Australia.
Have The 2026 Housemates Been Announced?
Not yet. Casting closed on 31 August, and 10 has confirmed that a fresh group of housemates will move into the Brisbane house, but the line-up has not been revealed.
The prize money and the season’s major twists also remain under wraps.
What Format Will Return?
The 2026 season will keep the live format restored for the 2025 revival. Viewers can expect live nominations, live evictions and live streaming throughout the new run.
Network 10 has promised an even longer run and more surprises, while Big Brother has warned the new housemates that “what happens in Bris-Vegas most certainly does not stay in Bris-Vegas”.
Where Can You Watch Big Brother Australia 2026?
Big Brother Australia 2026 will air free on 10 and stream free through 10’s streaming service. The network has also confirmed live streaming from the house, with more viewing details expected when the premiere date is announced.
Big Brother Australia returns to 10 this October.
