The Block will take on its biggest renovation challenge yet in 2027, as five new teams tackle a stunning 170-year-old heritage site.
Australia’s biggest renovation show is set to embark on its most ambitious project yet, with teams taking on three grand heritage buildings at Jacksons Hill in Sunbury, Victoria.
Channel Nine acquired the historic buildings from the Victorian Government, paving the way for a new chapter for the landmark Sunbury site.
The buildings date back to Victoria’s gold rush era, when the site was originally constructed as an industrial school.
It later became a psychiatric hospital before most recently serving as a university campus.
Now, the historic buildings are set for a dramatic transformation as the teams attempt to preserve their heritage character while giving them The Block’s trademark high-end makeover.
The Block will take on its biggest renovation challenge yet in 2027, as five new teams tackle a stunning 170-year-old heritage buildings. Pictured: Series hosts Scott Cam and Shelley Craft at the Nine Upfronts on Thursday
The 23rd season of The Block will see contestants swap freshly constructed houses for three grand heritage buildings at Jacksons Hill in Sunbury, Victoria
Located just 40 minutes north-west of Melbourne’s CBD, Sunbury offers a distinctly Victorian mix of town and country, with rolling hills, vineyards and a rich history.
The area has a country-town feel despite technically being an outer suburb of Melbourne, and is incredibly popular with people looking to live in a quiet area while still being close to the big city.
Returning to host the mammoth renovation will be Block favourites, Scott Cam and Shelley Craft.
The pair will put the contestants through their paces as they attempt to breathe new life into the historic properties.
But the renovations won’t be the only thing keeping Blockheads glued to their screens.
The Block: The House Next Door, premiering in 2027 on Stan, will give viewers plenty to talk about when fan-favourite all-stars tackle a sixth renovation over the fence.
Channel Nine acquired the historic buildings from the Victorian Government, paving the way for a new chapter for the landmark Sunbury site
