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Last weekend, while watching The Block, I saw the advert for Channel Nine’s new show, Reno Rumble. My first thought was, oh God no; surely the world doesn’t need more of this reality TV format. My second thought, after seeing that Nine had convinced old House Rules contestants to take part in the show was, well… that seems a bit unsavoury.
The feud between these two networks has been ongoing for years, and Nine’s securing of former Seven talent left a bit of a bad taste in my mouth, truth be told. Not that this doesn’t happen between networks all the time, of course.
That said, I shall keep an open mind about Reno Rumble, because who knows how this show will pan out. For those of you eager to find out more about it, here’s what the official press release, that came out today from Nine, has to say about it.
The Concept
Each week, contestants will travel across Australia to the home’s of everyday Aussies, renovating and making over not one, but two houses that sit side-by-side. This is where the whole House Rules vs The Block will come into play. Teams will compete to collect a $100,000 winner’s cheque (half going to the winning couple and the other half to the charity of their choice).
The renovated homes will belong to everyday couples who are in dire need of some transformative help. Each home will be judged by interior design experts, who have been briefed by the home owners on the style they want for their reno.
There’s no word yet on who these interior design experts are. Channel Nine, where was my phone call? I don’t imagine it’ll be Neale, Shaynna and Darren, or the press release would have mentioned them. Only time will tell.
The Teams
So, former Block contestants competing are: Josh and Jenna (2011), Kyal and Kara (2014), Michael and Carlene (2014) and Ayden and Jess (this year).
House Rules season one contestants include winners Carly and Leighton, runners-up Michelle and Steve, brothers Nick and Chris and newlyweds Jemma and Ben.
The show will be hosted by Scott Cam and is coming soon. No official date has been locked in as yet, but I imagine it’ll be right after The Block finishes. I’ll keep you posted!
>>> How do you feel about Reno Rumble? A good concept or a step too far? I’d love to hear from you in the comments below. Are you exhausted by all this reno reality TV or can you see yourself getting hooked?
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Does it mean that the block winners of 2015 are revealed before being announced. Ayden and jess are in Reno rumble but they havent finished this years block yet, can anyone explain please?
Mmm everyday houses that are in dire need of a renovation. One of those houses in Northcote sold for just under $900 000 only 2 years ago. As a real everyday home owner I can tell you that getting a loan for $900 000 does not make you an everyday kind of person. It makes you a quite well off person.
How do I entre a lovely person who is always doing things for others and leaves her house
I don’t know any of the House Rules contestants but the contestants chosen from past series of The Block are some of my favourites, There is a villan team in every series, which I don’t enjoy. I don’t want to watch unpleasant people on TV, I get enough of that from work etc. Most are good people though, all good renovators, most are entertaining in a good way and should give good value to those wanting to learn reno and styling tips. I am looking forward to the show. I have no issues with it being a cross over from channel networks – its all good. Scotty is a good presenter – straightforward and fair. I hope they have Keith and Dan on this show too. They are good together. It would be good to see different judges, for sure. I like and respect Neil, Shayna and Darren but change is good.
This show sounds amazing we can’t get enough of Reno shows.I know a lady in the small country town of Narrandera who really deserves the gift of a renovated home
Reno rumble sounds great, but they need to have a realistic budget and have judges that think like real people not like some of these judges that don’t think like every day families and people. And how do I get them to do my house
I would love my house to be done as I have no idea
ring a real tradesman /builder not one of these unlicensed no idea clowns that are really just labourers and cleaners non of these shows should be allowed and as for cam are they using his lic number.Cant believe
he would be involved in this rubbish.Not a true trade just a money grabber limelight hunter
Hi I would love to know how to apply to get my friends house done thanks Caroline
Very exciting! How can I apply to get our house renovated?
DEFINITELY DEFINITELY DEFINITELY BECAUSE IT INSPIRE US THANK YOU FOR THAT. DENISE