Australian Survivor: Brains V Brawn Premieres Monday 17 February At 7.30pm On 10 And 10 Play.
Two tribes. 24 all new players. Doctors, poker players, Olympic sprinters, AFL Wags, teachers and a witch. But only one sole Survivor. The ultimate game of survival begins on Monday, 17 February at 7.30pm on 10 and 10 Play.
This year Australian Survivor will once again pit brute strength against mental agility as Brains V Brawn face-off.
With Jonathan LaPaglia at the helm, castaways will go head-to-head in Samoa for an epic tenth season where both tribes will attempt to Outwit, Outplay and Outlast each other to take home the title of Sole Survivor, as well as a $500,000 cash prize.
Meet your castaways for 2025.
BRAINS TRIBE
AJ – Poker Champion
A Survivor superfan, AJ has been addicted to games (and winning) since he was a teenager, and now he hopes his poker skills will give him the upper hand.
Ally – A.I. Expert
Having spent years proving herself in a historically male-oriented industry, Ally is loud, funny, and “true blue to the core”.
Indy – Business Development Manager
Business manager by day, stand-up comedian by night, Indy has a love for puzzles and describes herself as fiercely competitive.
Kaelan – PhD Student
Appearances may be deceiving, but Kaelan is used to people underestimating his intellect due to his sporty build, in fact he’s hoping his tribemates underestimate him.
Karin – Doctor
Working in an orthopaedic surgery, Karin is used to helping surgeons fix things but coming into Survivor, she’s excited to be the one to break bones for a change.
Kent – Business Mogul
Kent has been a fan of Survivor for 25 years, and getting to play the game is a dream come true. He’s driven, focused and has his eye on the prize.
Laura – Witch
Honing her abilities to read people’s energies and see their auras, Laura is a superfan with 3D printed puzzles and a backyard full of challenges. She’s ready to cast a spell on her tribemates.
Logan – AFL Wag
Wanting to show the world she’s more than just a WAG and mum, Logan wants to dive into Survivor purely for herself.
Max – Primary School Teacher
His greatest fear may be waking up to find a crab on his face, but Max is ready to risk it all to play the game he’s been watching with his dad since he was a kid.
Myles – Financial Analyst
A lover of statistics, Myles hopes his analytical approach will be exactly what he needs to get ahead in the game.
Rich – Film Director
Working with some of the biggest actors, Rich isn’t afraid to stir the pot, especially if it gets him one step closer to the title of Sole Survivor.
Zara – Vice President of the PTA
Mum of three Zara also has three degrees, and she hopes her experience as VP of the PTA will come in handy when dealing with clashing opinions in her tribe.
BRAWN TRIBE
Ben – Stonemason
With a life motto to just say “yes”, this risk-taker and adventure-lover has been waiting to play Survivor for 25 years.
Candy – Model
A fan of the series, Candy had a Survivor-themed eighth birthday party with DIY challenges. The model knows what it means to adapt to her surroundings and wants to prove she’s more than just a Brawn.
Jesse – Pro Skater
Wild child Jesse wants to be the personality hire of the tribe, bringing the vibes and helping everyone find their fun… until the time comes along to make some big moves.
Kate – Dancer/DJ
Arriving in style, Kate wants people to be dazzled by her rhinestones, so they’re distracted, judging her on her sense of style rather than her passion to win.
Kristin – Aviation Fire Fighter
With her intense job, Kristin is used to working under pressure and will be using her professional skills as well as her ability to relate to people to get ahead in the game.
Morgan – Olympic Sprinter
A natural go-getter, Morgan has been racing since 2012 and has been an Olympic finalist in the 4x400m relay, and the 800m. Now she’s looking to take home the Survivor gold.
Nash – Salesman
With a background in sales, Nash knows that the brawniest thing about him is his confidence, and his smile is the key to disarming his tribe.
Noonan (Laura) – Footy Fanatic
Call her what you want; Laura, Noonan, or Noons is ready to make a name for herself as the Survivor fanatic who is finally living out her obsession.
Paulie – Paramedic
Having worked as a paramedic, Paulie knows how to keep calm in high-pressure situations, connect with people instantly and make them feel at ease – two skills he thinks will be vital to his success in the game.
PD (Paul) – NPL Football Head Coach
A salesman for a brewery by day and a soccer coach by night, PD has also played for the National Soccer League and represented Australia, hoping his experience working with a team means he’ll be a key player in his tribe.
Ursula – Powerlifter
Powerhouse and powerlifter Ursula knows her strength will be her greatest tool in the game. Fierce, strong, and extremely disciplined, she’s ready for the fight of a lifetime.
Zen – Hip Hop Artist
While he’s the youngest of the tribemates, Zen hopes his fellow tribemates see his age and underestimate his strength, intelligence and knack for leadership.
For more information and full bios, check out the Media Kit here.
