Finally, a dating show with people who know who they are, what they want, and how to send a man packing with a polite but devastating smile. Barry “Bear” Myrden (61) is our leading man in the Golden Bachelor Australia: widowed, warm, and undeniably charming, the kind of man who can hold a conversation and a golden retriever.
The 19 women vying for his rose aren’t chasing fairy tales. They’ve already lived a few. And that’s exactly what makes this season delicious.
Welcome to the Golden Bachelor Australia, Episode 1.
But first, take a look at the Golden Bachelor mansion! Direct waterfront, wow!
The Golden Bachelor Cast (and Their Vibes)
Bianca (51) Radio Queen
Wit sharper than a Prosecco cork. She’ll be the one making everyone laugh at cocktail parties, and possibly the one who live-commentates the chaos. If anyone breaks tension with a one-liner, it’s Bianca.
Laura (64) – The Fun Mum 🌹 Top Pick
Yes, Abbey Chatfield’s mum, and no, she’s not here to be anyone’s sidekick. She’s cheeky, self-assured, and the kind of woman who’d talk Bear into a spontaneous road trip and still bring snacks. She gives “your cool friend’s mum who always tells the truth” energy. Fun, kind, and low-drama. A serious rose contender.
Shamse (60) – The Interior Diva
Five grandkids, perfect cushions, and zero tolerance for bad lighting. She’ll fix the Bach Pad before she fixes a drink. Expect a main character energy.
Dr Kim (60) The Porsche Daredevil 🌹 Top Pick
She’s lived a big life: twice widowed, world-travelled, Porsche enthusiast. She’s smart, fearless, and would 100% outshine the Golden Bachelor in a trivia round. If Barry wants a woman who matches his spirit and sense of adventure, this is her race to lose.
Elizete (54) The Brazilian Firecracker
She wants tall, athletic, and confident. If Bear can’t keep up, she’ll salsa her way out of the rose ceremony.
Angela (52) The Psychotherapist in Heels
She knows everyone’s attachment style before the first date’s over. Equal parts chic and savage. Expect insightful confessionals and perfect blowouts.
Catherine (56) The Greek Glamazon
Interior designer and bodybuilder. If she doesn’t walk into a rose ceremony in sequins and a flex, I’ll be disappointed.
Gera (52) The Boss Lady
Owns a real estate empire. Probably has a LinkedIn Premium account. If Bear likes powerhouse energy, watch her closely.
Janette (61) Pilates Zen Queen
Heart-attack survivor, rescue animal mum. She’ll bring grounding energy to the mansion — until someone crosses her.
Katrina (55) The No-Nonsense Nurse
A big heart with sharp instincts. She’ll clock nonsense faster than you can say “group date.”
Lauren (60) Equestrian Queen
She has horses. And birds. And acreage. Whoever ends up with her is essentially signing up for a farm-to-table lifestyle.
Linda (61) Stylist Extraordinaire
The sparkle of the house. If there’s a “Best Dressed” trophy, it’s already hers.
Nicolette (55) The Singer
World-travelled, twice married. Could end a rose ceremony with a power ballad. I hope she does.
Pip (60) Hoist Operator / Oracle Queen
She works in construction and reads oracle cards. Will either build a shed or summon destiny. Wildcard energy.
Shana (60), Sunny (58), Hamidah (60), Terri (61), Jan (66), Jane
The backbone of the season: grounded, intelligent, experienced and ready. This isn’t a competition of fake tan and bikinis. It’s strategy, heart, and charisma.
🌹 The Ones to Watch (a.k.a. Your Future Top Roses)
Laura: She’s fun, warm, and comes across so real. You can tell she’s going to be the house’s social glue. The one everyone loves, and the one who makes Bear laugh when things get awkward.
Dr Kim: She’s got the sparkle, the story and the shared values. Honestly, Barry might fall for her brain before the first cocktail rose hits the stem.
Jan: How is she 66?? She’s radiant. She’s wise. She’s already giving “final rose energy” with the way Barry looks at her. An early fave for the fairytale ending.
Jane: A total surprise package. She came across as authentic, warm, and incredibly grounded. Sometimes it’s not the loudest one who gets the final rose, it’s the one who makes him exhale.
Terri: Softly spoken, kind, thoughtful, but quietly confident. She’s the calm in the rose-storm. She could sneak up as the underdog and absolutely steal the finale.
5 Bonus Drama Predictions
- At least one group date will involve horses, Pilates, or something where someone shows up in inappropriate footwear.
- Pip will 100% read someone’s oracle cards and make half the house cry.
- Bianca will narrate a tense rose ceremony like it’s a live sports event.
- Angela will definitely psychoanalyse someone. Possibly Barry.
- Shamse will critique décor mid-date. (“These throw pillows say ‘commitment issues.’”)
Final Golden Bachelor Rose Forecast (Purely For Fun)
If we had to bet on a final three?
Jan, Dr Kim, and Laura — with Terri or Jane as the sneaky dark horse.
Laura brings the fun, Kim brings the fire, Jan brings that soft magic that turns into real love.
And honestly? Barry’s already giving Jan “heart eyes” energy.
One Last Sip…
This isn’t your usual Bachelor season of Instagram hopefuls. These women have lived, lost, loved and rebuilt. They know how to flirt and how to hold boundaries. They’ll give us warmth, wit, probably a bit of dancing, and some genuinely gorgeous love stories.
And if Barry’s smart? He’s already practising how to say: “Jan, will you accept this rose?” 🌹
