# The Block 2026 renovation series

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/the-block-2026-renovation-series
> Updated: 2026-08-17T21:00:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The 2026 season of the Australian renovation reality series ‘The Block’ features five teams competing to design and build ultra-premium homes on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria. The season’s theme focuses on ‘quiet luxury,’ emphasizing bright, light spaces that highlight waterfront views.

In a series first, the competing teams are residing together in a home previously renovated by former contestants Emma and Ben Cox. During the production, former contestant Emma Cox met with current participant Lisa to offer personal advice regarding pregnancy and health management amidst the demands of the renovation competition.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: The Block contestants reside in Emma and Ben Cox's former home

Former ‘The Block’ contestants Emma and Ben Cox returned to the show, where the 2026 teams are living together in their former Mornington home.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-block-contestants-reside-in-emma-and-ben-coxs-former-home

### 2026-07-29: Adam and Jolene debut as contestants on The Block 2026 renovation show

Cattle‑station couple Adam and Jolene from Roxby Downs join The Block 2026, renovating luxury ocean‑view homes on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula under strict noise rules.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/adam-and-jolene-debut-as-contestants-on-the-block-2026-renovation-show

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Cite as: The Block 2026 renovation series. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/the-block-2026-renovation-series