A runaway ‘bride’, an animal lover and a feather-clad exotic dancer are just three of the outrageous contestants set to appear on this year’s season of The Bachelor Australia.
Photos taken on set of Channel 10’s flagship dating show in Sydney last week show a parade of single women nervously walking down the red carpet to meet suitor Matthew Agnew.
Matthew, a 31-year-old astrophysicist from Melbourne, looked a little nervous at the start of the process but later became more comfortable as the ladies introduced themselves.
Are these the most outrageous Bachelor stars ever? A runaway ‘bride’ (pictured), an animal lover and a feather-clad exotic dancer are just three of the contestants set to appear on this year’s season of The Bachelor. Pictured in Sydney last Thursday
One of the contestants made an unforgettable entrance in a white wedding dress, and was joined by another woman who played the role of bridesmaid.
Another lady in a dazzling gold dress arrived on set carrying a black yoga mat over her shoulder.
After exchanging pleasantries, she taught Matthew a few yoga positions in the forecourt of the Bachelor mansion.
She looks like fun! A scantily-clad feather dancer (pictured) left Matt howling with laughter when she sashayed down the red carpet in her elaborate costume
Dazzling display! The dancer put on a show for Matthew, who looked very impressed indeed
Cha-cha-cha! Matthew took the woman’s hand as they danced together for the camera
Sharing her passion: Another lady in a dazzling gold dress arrived on set carrying a black yoga mat over her shoulder
Legs up! After exchanging pleasantries, she taught Matthew a few yoga positions in the forecourt of the Bachelor mansion
Shared hobby! Matthew also happens to be a yoga enthusiast
Later, a scantily-clad feather dancer left Matt howling with laughter when she sashayed down the red carpet in her elaborate costume.
Elsewhere, a blonde contestant was pictured backstage reading cue cards (one of which read, ‘This could start out like…’) while preparing for her entrance.
A brunette wearing an intricate beaded dress also brought her dog along for the cocktail party, inviting the dapper academic to stroke the animal.
Here comes the bride! One of the contestants made an unforgettable entrance in a white wedding dress
Offering a hand: The mysterious ‘bride’ was joined by another woman (left) who played the role of bridesmaid
Animal magnetism! A brunette wearing an intricate beaded dress also brought her dog along for the cocktail party
Rehearsing her lines? A blonde contestant was pictured backstage reading cue cards (one of which read, ‘This could start out like…’) while preparing for her entrance
Behind the scenes: A trio of Bachelor contestants listened to instructions from a female producer before making their arrivals
The new Bachelor season is already shaping up to be more diverse than before, with one of the contestants appearing to be of African descent.
The young lady in question looked sensational in a plunging pink dress and threw her head back with laughter while flirting with Matt.
Meanwhile, another woman attempted to rev up the romance by arriving on a motorcycle.
Instant chemistry: The new Bachelor season is already shaping up to be more diverse than before, with one of the contestants appearing to be of African descent
Breathtaking: The young lady in question looked sensational in a plunging pink dress
She knows how to make an entrance! The woman strutted confidently up to Matt on the red carpet
What’s funny? At one stage, she threw her head back with laughter while flirting with Matt
Come ‘ere, you! Some of the women got pretty handsy with the Swinburne University of Technology researcher, with one frisky blonde appearing to grapple him from behind
She’s not wasting any time! The young lady appeared to thrust into Matthew from behind as he giggled awkwardly
Much better! Fortunately this woman was more respectful of Matthew’s boundaries, offering him a friendly pat on the shoulder instead
Several female suitors arrived bearing gifts, which is customary during the red carpet introductions, including a bouquet of flowers and small trinket box.
Some got pretty handsy with the Swinburne University of Technology researcher, with one frisky blonde appearing to grapple him from behind.
A woman in a sparkly green dress managed to secure a kiss from Matt, however it appeared to be more of a polite peck on the cheek.
Getting the hang of it! Matthew, a 31-year-old astrophysicist from Melbourne , looked a little nervous at the start of the process but later became more comfortable as the ladies introduced themselves
Friendly introduction: A woman in a sparkly green dress managed to secure a kiss from Matt, however it appeared to be more of a polite peck on the cheek
Born to be wild! This woman attempted to rev up the romance by arriving on a motorcycle
The perfect match? Matt looked smitten by one particular woman, a pretty blonde in a red dress
Later on, at the cocktail party, one of the contestants enjoyed private time with Matthew away from the other girls.
A pretty blonde in a strapless white gown roasted marshmallows over a fire with the Bachelor as they giggled and exchanged flirtatious glances.
It is possible she was the recipient of the season’s first white rose (or equivalent token), which would make her an early front-runner to win the show.
Lucky lady! Later on, at the cocktail party, one of the contestants enjoyed private time with Matthew away from the other girls
How romantic: A pretty blonde in a strapless white gown roasted marshmallows over a fire with the Bachelor as they giggled and exchanged flirtatious glances
Early favourite? It is possible she was the recipient of the season’s first white rose (or equivalent token), which would make her an early front-runner to win the show
It comes after NW magazine revealed Matthew was an instant hit with the women at the first cocktail party.
‘He seemed incredibly charming,’ said an on-set source. ‘He had all the girls in fits of laughter and hanging off his every word.’
While last year’s Bachelor, former rugby star Nick Cummins, struggled to impress the contestants early on, Matt’s journey seems to be quite the opposite.
Last-minute nerves? These women appeared rather anxious as they fretted just before walking down the red carpet
Taking it in her stride! Conversely, this young lady in a red dress looked like she was having the time of her life on set
Is everything okay? One curly-haired woman cut a solitary figure as she waited behind a gate in the mansion forecourt
Happily ever after! But things were looking up for her later on, when Matthew offered her a kiss on the cheek
Matthew previously told Woman’s Day that he’s looking for a woman who will complement his down-to-earth nature.
‘I want someone who doesn’t take themselves too seriously and we can just have a laugh and fun together,’ he said.
‘I’m looking for a best friend, the same way I’ve seen so many of my friends find one in their partners.’
Express delivery! Several female suitors arrived bearing gifts, which is customary during the red carpet introductions, including this woman who carried a woven basket
