The Block 2026 Episode 36 recap: A theory that Chantel’s rich lister brother in law is going to buy their house sweeps the show

Jolene and Adam came home strong, securing 29 per cent of the Open for Inspection votes to take out the $50,000 prize. In a shock twist, judges’ favourites Courtney and Sev proved the least popular with the crowd, netting an unlucky 13 per cent of the votes. A mix of familiar faces and special guests toured the properties, including Real Housewife of Melbourne Gamble Breaux, alongside buyers’ advocates Frank Valentic and Nicole Jacobs. Serial bidder Danny Wallis was given the five-star tour by host Scott Cam, ultimately casting his vote for Jolene and Adam’s home. Wallis was far less enamoured with Rick and Tayla’s efforts, declaring it the year’s wooden spoon. RELATED: All The Block 2026 room reveals so far Inside Block star Rick’s luxury Ocean Grove property Meet Block fill-in foreman Leonie Akhidenor Danny Wallis doesn’t hold back his feelings about Rick and Tayla’s house. “It will be a cheap one,” Wallis told an awkward-looking Cam. When asked if he wanted to see the rest of the property, he bluntly replied, “Nah,” before making a hasty exit. The cash injection put a smile on Jolene’s dial, though laughter turned to tears when she realised Lisa and Rosco were the only ones to c...