Rick, 58
SURVIVAL EDUCATOR
Not only is Rick a survival educator, but he’s also a former SAS soldier who faced snow and ice warfare. A husband and father, the Queenslander is also an influencer with a 176K TikTok following. “I have a goal of doing epic stuff in my life every year,” he says. “This will be the ultimate opportunity.”
Mike, 60
RESILIENCE COACH
This former Waratahs player and rugby union coach should have no problems being the final person standing, given his vocation. “The ability to handle pain and discomfort is my superpower,” he says. “Testing myself and finding my limits is all part of resilience training.”
Leanne, 41
ABORIGINAL PROGRAMS OFFICER
“This is my time to go out, explore, adventure and in a way … find myself again,” this proud Barkandji woman says. “Growing up on Country you learn to be self-reliant. Learning to read Country, animals and the way they move helps you hunt them. I know a bit.”
Chace, 27
DEFENCE FORCE COMBAT ENGINEER
“Being Alone is a dream come true. Growing up, I didn’t watch Bob the Builder … I’d be out trying to hunt grandpa’s rabbits,” the baby-faced military expert says. A big and small game hunter, the youngest cast member shouldn’t go hungry.
Suzan, 54
WILDERNESS ADVENTURE GUIDE
“I want to showcase my 40-plus years of survival