Married at First Sight Australia 2025: Couple Updates

What happens when a reality show about arranged marriages becomes the real thing? Married at First Sight Australia 2025 has delivered both wedding bells and court dates, making season 12 one of the most talked-about yet.

Season premiere date: January 27, 2025 ·
Number of episodes (estimated): 30+ ·
Expert matchmakers: John Aiken and Mel Schilling ·
Broadcast network (Australia): Nine Network ·
UK broadcaster: E4 ·
Number of couples still together (as of early 2025): At least 2 confirmed

Six key facts from the season, one pattern: relationships either flourished or turned into legal disputes, with very little middle ground.

Is anyone still together from MAFS Australia 2025?

• Clint Rice and Jacqui Burfoot are engaged as of early 2025 (Mediaweek)
• Paul Antoine and Carina Mirabile are together after the show (Marie Claire Australia)
• Jeff Gobbels and Rhi Disljenkovic are no longer together (Digital Spy)
• Season 12 had at least 2 couples still together post-show

Clint and Jacqui: engaged after the show

Clint Rice and Jacqui Burfoot have become the most public couple from the season. According to Mediaweek (Australian entertainment trade publication), the pair announced their engagement shortly after the season wrapped, making them one of the few MAFS Australia couples to take the step beyond the experiment.

Paul and Carina: confirmed relationship

Paul Antoine and Carina Mirabile also confirmed they remain together. As reported by Marie Claire Australia (women’s lifestyle magazine), the couple has maintained a low profile compared to Clint and Jacqui, but has shared updates on social media indicating they are still a pair.

Jeff and Rhi: relationship status update

Jeff Gobbels posted an emotional video on social media following the split with Rhi Disljenkovic, as noted by Digital Spy (entertainment news site). The split was confirmed in early 2026, and Jeff’s video attracted significant attention from fans.

Other couples from season 12

According to the full cast listing from Marie Claire Australia, the season featured 20 singles including Lauren Hall, Eliot Donovan, Katie Johnson, Jamie Marinos, Ashleigh Ackerman, Jake Luik, Morena Farina, Tony Mojanovski, Tim Gromie, Awhina Rutene, Billy Belcher, Adrian Araouzou, Sierah Swepstone, and Dave Thomas Hand. Most of these contestants have returned to their private lives, with only the two confirmed couples remaining publicly together.

Are Clint and Jacqui still together?

Yes — and they are now engaged. Mediaweek confirmed the engagement in early 2025, making them the standout couple from the season.

Engagement announcement

Jacqui Burfoot shared the news on social media, posting photos with Clint and a ring. The announcement was widely covered by Australian entertainment media, including Heart (UK radio and entertainment outlet), which noted the couple’s plans to marry.

Post-show public appearances

The couple has made several joint public appearances since the show ended, including attending events together in Sydney. Their social media accounts show frequent posts about their relationship, which Digital Spy described as “one of the most public” of any MAFS Australia couple this season.

Legal case with Ryan

Jacqui was also involved in a legal dispute with Ryan Donnelly, her on-screen match. According to The New Daily (Australian independent news publication), Jacqui obtained an interim restraining order against Ryan in Tasmania, after which Ryan applied for an apprehended domestic violence order against her in New South Wales. The case came before Campbelltown Local Court on June 24, 2025, and was adjourned to July 29, 2025.

Why has Ryan taken Jacqui to court?

The legal situation between Ryan Donnelly and Jacqui Burfoot is complex, involving court orders from two different states.

Restraining order details

The New Daily reported that Ryan Donnelly applied for an apprehended domestic violence order (ADVO) against Jacqui Burfoot in New South Wales. This came after Jacqui had already obtained an interim restraining order against Ryan in Tasmania.

Allegations made by Ryan

The exact allegations have not been made public, but the reporting from The New Daily indicates that Ryan’s application seeks to prohibit Jacqui from directly or indirectly threatening him. A separate report from The Tab (UK student news site) noted that Jacqui’s interim order had already been granted earlier in the year.

Jacqui’s response

Jacqui has not made a detailed public statement about the legal case, though her social media posts continue to focus on her engagement to Clint Rice.

The implication: both former partners have sought court protection, a rare and serious step that suggests the relationship broke down in a way that went beyond typical reality-show conflict.

Where can I watch Married at First Sight Australia 2025?

• Australia: Nine Network and free streaming on 9Now (Mediaweek)
• UK: E4 and free streaming on Channel 4 (Radio Times)
• US/Canada: No confirmed streaming deal as of mid-2025
• Netflix: Not currently available

Streaming on Nine Network (Australia)

Australian viewers can watch full episodes for free on 9Now, the Nine Network’s streaming platform. The season premiered on January 27, 2025, as reported by Mediaweek, with new episodes airing multiple times per week.

E4 broadcast (UK)

UK viewers can watch MAFS Australia 2025 on E4, with streaming available on Channel 4’s on-demand service. Radio Times (UK TV listings magazine) confirmed that the UK broadcast began on March 3, 2025, roughly one month after the Australian premiere. Heatworld (UK entertainment magazine) added that the season included both original participants and intruders who joined later in the experiment.

Free streaming options

Both 9Now (Australia) and Channel 4 (UK) offer free, ad-supported streaming of the show. No paid subscription is required in either market.

International availability

International availability varies by region. As of mid-2025, there is no confirmed Netflix deal for season 12, and distribution in North America has not been announced.

How do the MAFS Australia 2025 cast look now?

Multiple cast members have shared updates on social media since the show aired, with some notable changes in personal style and appearance.

Cast transformations

Several contestants have changed their look since filming ended. Social media accounts show new hairstyles, fitness transformations, and professional updates.

Social media updates

As noted by Digital Spy and Heart, most cast members returned to their regular lives after the show, with only the two confirmed couples maintaining public relationships. The rest have resumed their careers and social media presence as private individuals.

The pattern: the show’s fame proved temporary for most participants, with only the relationship-defining couples and those involved in the legal case maintaining any public profile.

“This is the first time I’ve spoken about it publicly, and I just wanted to be honest with everyone who supported us.”

— Jeff Gobbels (MAFS Australia 2025 contestant), in an emotional video following his split with Rhi Disljenkovic, as reported by Digital Spy

“We’ve found something real, and we’re so excited for the next chapter.”

— Jacqui Burfoot (MAFS Australia 2025 contestant), social media post following her engagement to Clint Rice, as reported by Mediaweek

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The season’s legacy hinges on whether Clint and Jacqui’s engagement survives the legal entanglements and whether Paul and Carina continue their low-key relationship beyond the public eye.