# The Block production and contestant controversies > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/the-block-production-and-contestant-controversies > Updated: 2026-08-30T23:56:09.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Contestants on the reality renovation series ‘The Block’ have faced various controversies regarding production fairness and personal lives. Initially, contestants Chantel and Wyatt alleged they were being targeted by production following accusations of exceeding their weekly budget. They suggested the dispute was manufactured to create a storyline. However, an investigation by executive producer Julian Cress and host Scotty Cam determined the issue was an accounting error caused by a builder’s invoice being entered twice. While production apologized, the contestants reported significant mental distress. Later, the series faced further scrutiny as Chantel and Wyatt addressed rumors regarding a potential breakup, confirming their relationship remains strong. Additionally, viewers raised concerns regarding perceived favoritism toward contestants Courtney and Sev, claiming the production provided them with extra assistance, such as additional tradies, that was not offered to other houses. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-30: The Block contestants face relationship rumors and favoritism claims Reality show ‘The Block’ contestants Chantel and Wyatt deny breakup rumors, while viewers accuse production of favoritism toward team Courtney and Sev. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-block-contestants-face-relationship-rumors-and-favoritism-claims ### 2026-08-09: The Block contestants Chantel and Wyatt claim production targeting The Block contestants Chantel and Wyatt claim they were targeted by production over a budget dispute that was later revealed to be an accounting error caused by a duplicate invoice. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-block-contestants-chantel-and-wyatt-claim-production-targeting --- Cite as: The Block production and contestant controversies. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/the-block-production-and-contestant-controversies