AFL great and TV personality Shane Crawford is teaming up with Melissa Doyle to co-host a revamped, primetime version of The House of Wellness. The show, making a significant shift from its previous weekend slot, is scheduled to air this April.
Here’s the Lowdown: Following last year’s announcement of Doyle’s lead role, Crawford’s addition brings a popular and experienced presence to the program. This move reflects a broader trend of advertiser-funded content securing primetime slots, with The House of Wellness expected to follow the long standing Better Homes & Gardens on Friday nights.
What This Means Now: Viewers can expect a refreshed take on the health and lifestyle series, with two well-known hosts at the helm. Doyle is best known for Sunrise and This Is Your Life, while Crawford is recognized for his football career and television work, including I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!.
The Bigger Picture: The show’s move to primetime, along with the return of Healthy, Wealthy & Wise (reportedly hosted by Chrissie Swan) later this year, signals a renewed focus on lifestyle programming on Channel 7. Filming for The House of Wellness takes place at NEP studios in Melbourne from March 20 to May 15.
