“MasterChef Australia” Season 17 premiered on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 7:30 PM AEST on Channel 10, with episodes available for streaming on 10Play. This season marks the second iteration of the “Back to Win” format, featuring 24 returning contestants from previous seasons competing for the coveted title and a grand prize of $250,000 .​


👨‍🍳 Judges Panel

The judging panel for Season 17 includes:

  • Andy Allen: Winner of Season 4 and long-standing judge.

  • Poh Ling Yeow: Runner-up of Season 1 and beloved culinary figure.

  • Sofia Levin: Renowned food writer and critic.

  • Jean-Christophe Novelli: Acclaimed French chef with multiple Michelin stars.

Additionally, Gordon Ramsay appeared as a guest judge during the premiere week, setting high standards with challenging tasks .​


🍽️ Contestants

The season brings back a diverse group of talented chefs, including:

  • Andre Ursini: Season 1 contestant and successful restaurateur.

  • Callum Hann: Season 2 runner-up and culinary educator.

  • Laura Sharrad: Season 6 runner-up and Italian cuisine specialist.

  • Sarah Todd: Season 6 contestant and international restaurateur.

  • Rhiannon Anderson: Season 15 runner-up, returning with renewed determination .​

These contestants bring a wealth of experience and unique culinary perspectives to the competition.


🧑‍🍳 Format & Highlights

Season 17 follows the traditional “MasterChef Australia” format, featuring Mystery Box challenges, Pressure Tests, and Immunity Cook-offs. Notably, the premiere week included a team service challenge set by Gordon Ramsay, where contestants had to create dishes featuring carrots and corn

The season emphasizes creativity, technical skills, and the personal growth of returning contestants as they vie for the title.

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Episode Summary Keep Up with Gordon Challenge — The eight members of the green team needed to keep up with Gordon in a two-dish challenge, with the prize being the season’s only immunity pin. The main course was caramelized duck breast with parsnip puree, endive and a port wine sauce, and the dessert was sticky […]

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Episode Summary Pressure Test: Blayne Bertoncello’s Strawberry & Sourdough with Elderflower & Balsamic Today’s pressure test raises the bar with the contestants tasked to recreate guest judge Blayne Bertoncello’s highly technical dessert, not once, but in five consistent dishes. MasterChef All Season MasterChef Australia All Season MasterChef Australia Season 15 MasterChef Australia Season 16 MasterChef […]