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Much to the (likely) dismay of showrunner Julian Cress, it seems the 2026 filming location of The Block has already been revealed by a show regular. Not to be confused with the current 2025 location of Daylesford, Block insiders say that next year’s filming location will return to the Mornington Peninsula, a peaceful beach town overlooking Port Phillip Bay.
Just a stone’s throw from Phillip Island where the infamous holiday houses were built, next year our favourite Block-heads will be touching down in Mount Eliza for the 2026 season of The Block. More specifically, following rumours of an $11 million purchase by the show, realestate.com.au reported that the series will be filmed at the development site of 109 Old Mornington Road, Mount Eliza, Victoria.
A plot of land that measures 13,451-square-metres and sits just minutes from Mount Eliza beach, the development has been divided into ten lots, six of which have reportedly been purchased by the network. It was sold by former racing driver and Porsche enthusiast Rusty French, who purchased the site for $2.8 million in 2007.
The Block 2026 location
Recently subdivided into ten neighbouring blocks, the proposed architectural plans seen on the listings were designed with lifestyle in mind, promising “spacious layouts, high-quality finishes, and seamless indoor-outdoor living”, all within an exclusive gated community. Enjoying sweeping water views, luxury finishes, and swimming pools, the modern homes epitomise relaxed Australian living. However, it’s unlikely The Block will stick with these architectural renders; it is a renovation show, after all.
Where are all The Block locations?
It’s no surprise that The Block loves Australia’s southernmost mainland state: Victoria. The television series has bounced around a fair bit from year to year, but in recent years hasn’t failed to stay within Victoria’s state lines. From Daylesford to Gisborne, these are the previous filming locations of The Block over the years:
- The Block 2025 location: Daylesford, VIC
- The Block 2024 location: Phillip Island, VIC
- The Block 2023 location: Hampton East, VIC
- The Block 2022 location: Gisborne, VIC
- The Block 2021 location: Hampton, VIC
- The Block 2020 location: Brighton, VIC
Why is The Block only filmed in Victoria?
A combination of factors influence The Block’s Victorian stronghold. These include the more forgiving building and planning regulatory environment, the more accessible and plentiful selection within the property market, and the simple fact that Victoria is where the majority of the crew currently lives.
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