The recent installment of Married At First Sight Season 12, aired on March 12, 2025, was filled with pivotal dialogues and escalated tensions among cast members. A key moment came during the dinner party when Dave openly discussed the state of his relationship with Jamie, prompting a shift in their dynamic.
Additionally, Carina confronted past remarks she had made regarding Awhina’s twin sister, igniting a broader conversation about accountability and personal responsibility. As the season progresses, cracks in various couples’ partnerships begin to show, raising questions about their futures.
Insights from Episode 28 of Married At First Sight Season 12
Dave’s Revelation During the Dinner Gathering
The dinner party commenced with Dave and Jamie arriving separately, leading attendees to speculate about their relationship status. Jamie voiced her frustrations over what she perceived as Dave’s diminishing emotional involvement.
In response to inquiries about his feelings, Dave candidly admitted that his bond with Jamie had not evolved as he had hoped. He expressed:
“There’s things that she wants and I can’t give it to her. I care about her, so it’s like, I don’t hate the girl.”
This declaration left Jamie reflective, recalling former instances of understanding between them and grappling with Dave’s current emotional distance. She conveyed her disappointment that his reactions now seemed disconnected from how he previously interacted with her.
Other participants, including Adrian and Ryan, pointed out the inconsistency in Dave’s statements compared to his earlier expressions. Dave defended his position, stating he had been forthright about his uncertainties in conversations, an assertion that many in the group contested.
As the debate unfolded, Adrian suggested that Dave’s recent interactions with fellow participant Veronica may have shifted his feelings. Adrian commented:
“What doesn’t make sense to me is you spend two days with Veronica and all of a sudden you realise, ‘oh s–t, I actually don’t know if I have these feelings for Jamie.'”
Despite Dave’s insistence that Veronica had no bearing on his feelings, the discussion continued, keeping the question of external influences at the forefront.
Awhina and Carina’s Confrontation
Earlier in the season, Carina had made an ill-considered remark about Awhina’s twin sister, Cleo, during a chat with Paul. Awhina, having learned of this, decided to address it directly with Carina at the dinner party.
Carina took Awhina aside and confessed that her previous comment was borne from a place of insecurity. Acknowledging its inappropriateness, she expressed a sincere desire to apologize, which Awhina graciously accepted.
As Paul attempted to join the conversation, Awhina requested his absence, leading Carina to speak with him separately. She held him accountable, stating:
“You threw me under the bus. Are you going to take accountability for that, Paul?”
Paul defended himself, asserting that he had been truthful about their discussion and did not view his actions as problematic.
The Future of Dave and Jamie’s Relationship
Post-dinner, Jamie made it clear that she would no longer invest in their relationship unless Dave demonstrated genuine commitment to change. Her concerns centered on his lack of reassurance, which left her questioning if he truly desired to continue with her.
In a moment of exasperation, she told him:
“It is your turn to pull your finger out of your arse if you want to be with me.”
While Dave acknowledged his mismanagement of the situation and expressed a wish to repair their relationship, Jamie emphasized that she required tangible actions, not just words, for any progress to occur. She elaborated:
“There was no remorse, compassion, empathy. You broke my heart and you didn’t care.”
As the episode drew to a close, Dave’s response regarding the status of their marriage—while affirming they were still married—was delivered in a manner that left viewers questioning the couple’s future.
The upcoming commitment ceremony is anticipated to spark further discussions about their relationship.
Married At First Sight airs every Sunday at 7 PM and Monday to Wednesday at 7:30 PM on Channel 9 and 9Now.