Married At First Sight: Australia – Episode 26 Highlights
On March 10, 2025, Married At First Sight: Australia aired its exciting Episode 26, themed “Feedback Week.” This episode featured couples swapping partners, which unexpectedly revealed new dynamics and connections among participants.
Unexpected Revelations Among Couples
Awhina, who is paired with Adrian, made an intriguing revelation: her twin sister Cleo previously dated Paul, now married to Carina. Awhina reflected on this history during her confessional:
“It was a couple of years ago, very short-lived,”Awhina revealed.
This revelation created a palpable tension, particularly for Carina. Although Paul had pre-emptively informed Carina about his past with Cleo, Awhina’s presence in his apartment during the swap intensified her feelings of discomfort. Matters worsened when Paul expressed his worries regarding their relationship.
Awhina’s Insightful Conversation with Paul
During their time together in the experiment, Paul reassured Awhina about his history with Cleo, insisting it had no impact on his feelings in the current situation. Awhina noted that her sister had spoken positively about Paul, suggesting that their past should not pose any issues.
However, the conversation took a dramatic turn when Paul disclosed Carina’s reaction to his earlier relationship. He quoted her, stating:
“She [Carina] said, ‘Oh, I didn’t know you would go for that kind of caliber.'”
Awhina was incensed by Carina’s remark, feeling it unfairly judged her sister. She responded strongly:
“Where are you in your life, Carina, to look down at my twin sister?”
In a confessional moment, Awhina characterized Carina as an “entitled, sheltered princess.”
Meanwhile, Paul admitted that Carina’s comments had been on his mind, leading him to question the compatibility of their relationship. He articulated his concerns about ignoring “red flags,”a theme he elaborated on in a letter assigned during their Feedback Week exercise.
Additional Developments from the Episode
Beyond the tension between Paul and Awhina, the episode showcased several other couples navigating the challenges of the partner swap. Carina chose not to stay with Teejay, her designated partner for the week, opting instead for a temporary apartment, stating:
“I trust him a lot, but it doesn’t feel right in my gut,”she admitted, visibly upset.
As for Ryan and Beth, they struggled with their own conflicts. Ryan accused Beth of being confrontational, leading to a heated argument where she began cursing, escalating the situation further. In a lighter moment, Jacqui brought in her dress for Jeff to steam, to which he replied by offering to take care of the cooking and cleaning for the day.
Eliot and Rhi took a more communicative approach during the exercise. Eliot appreciated Rhi’s perspectives on how to improve his relationship with Veronica. Nevertheless, Veronica later confided to Dave that she felt a stronger connection with him, admitting:
“I probably would’ve been better matched with Dave.”
As part of the Feedback Week, couples were tasked with writing letters to their real-life spouses. Carina’s letter to Paul highlighted their differing religious beliefs, while Paul’s letter candidly addressed his concerns, stating:
“I feel like she is a little bit of a snob sometimes and comes across as very judgy, and I’ll be honest, this is giving me the ick.”
The episode concluded with unresolved tensions as the couples prepared to reconvene. With Carina and Awhina’s disagreements simmering, the anticipation builds for their next encounter.
Where to Watch
Married At First Sight: Australia airs on Channel 9 and 9Now, with episodes available on Sundays at 7 PM and from Monday to Wednesday at 7:30 PM.