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SBS Australia
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- SBS Australia
The winner of Alone Australia Season 3 has been revealed
Cast of Alone Australia season 3. Credit: Narelle Portanier The following article contains spoilers for the third season of Alone Australia season 3. If you haven't seen the exciting finale, it isn't too late to watch now. 30-year-old professional trapper, Shay has become the winner of Alone Australia Season 3 after surviving a record-setting 76 days in the unpredictable and unforgiving wilds of the West Coast Ranges of Tasmania (lutruwita). The shy and soft-spoken North Island New Zealander battled the merciless forces of nature, hunger, and loneliness while stripped of modern possessions, contact and comforts, and outlasted nine other trailblazing participants to win the life-changing prize of $250,000. While Shay has trapped possums since he was 16, the Tasmanian wildlife at first proved elusive, forcing him to survive on more creative sources of food: over 1100 worms, 23 trout, 13 eels, 2 whitebait and freshwater shrimp, grubs, and 'cheese fries' (moth pupae). Nothing was off the menu for Shay and his resilience paid off in a final, game-changing twist – his capture of a pademelon. For Shay, Alone Australia was more than an adventure or an opportunity to find himself: it was a chance to secure a debt-free future for his young family. Coming into the competition, he vowed he'd do whatever it took – even lasting 300 days – to win. No matter the storms, floods, or homesickness, he was willing to sacrifice everything to make it to the end. For him and his family, the prize is a dream come true. Shay said: 'Living in the bush and off the land has been my life's passion since I was a kid. I built my life around the bush back home and became intimately connected to the land I come from, learning how our ancestors gathered food and lived in nature. I got the opportunity out there to put all that to the test, in a completely foreign environment. Mother Nature's Colosseum. I tasted hard times and joyful times as I clawed out the other side and figured out where I could fit in, sustainably live, even forever out there, if need be. I'll always be grateful for the opportunity to help my family in this way, doing what I love for the people I love.' Alone Australia embodies SBS's trailblazing ethos of embracing challenges, pushing boundaries and inspiring with bold storytelling that entertains. Alone Australia remains SBS' most successful franchise, with over 3.5 million viewers1 enjoying this season so far, with 41%2 streaming on SBS on Demand. In the double episode finale, after 47 days, three participants remained – Food Safety Consultant, Corinne, Bushman Muzza and Shay. They all pushed themselves to their personal limits, forced to adapt to the wild will of nature, in the hope of being the last one standing. Corinne tapped out on her own terms after 70 days. With nothing left to prove to herself, she felt the call to return to her life and pursue her dream of starting a family. With a beautiful musical performance on a wooden guitar she crafted, Corinne wore her heart on her sleeve. She sang, 'My next chapter in life is waiting for me back home.' Muzza had a highly successful run of catches throughout the season but began to experience dizzy spells and after a med-check, dangerously low blood pressure made medically evacuating Muzza the only safe choice. In a heart-wrenching moment, Muzza was brought to tears. 'I promised myself I'd trust the doctor's judgement.' He left with no regrets, and his trademark humour: '73 days… Can't believe I never got sick of eels.' In a shocking twist, Shay caught a pademelon and found himself feasting on red meat (and pademelon genitals!) late in the competition. Yet his pot soon ran dry and worries about losing a quarter of his body weight had the medical crew warn him that he required more frequent med-checks. On day 76, Shay was visited by the medical team, where he expected a health update. Instead, he was surprised by the secret arrival of his wife, who cried, 'You did it! So proud of you.' In a heartwarming embrace, Shay was left beaming and in disbelief. 'I can't believe it! From day one, I've been saying, I want to come home with that money, no matter how long that takes, no matter how difficult it might get. $250K is life-changing for our family. Now I get to go home to my little slice of paradise.' Off the back of the season finale, SBS premiered a special one-hour reunion program Alone Australia Season 3: The Reunion . Hosted by SBS's Kumi Taguchi (Insight), a self-confessed fan, the entire cast reunited for the first time since they were dropped into the remote wilds of the West Coast Ranges of Tasmania/lutruwita, in what was an emotional, hilarious, and truly insightful conversation with unexpected revelations and never-before-seen footage. All episodes of Alone Australia Season 3 and Alone Australia Season 3: The Reunion are now streaming on SBS On Demand. Share this with family and friends SBS's award winning companion podcast. Join host Yumi Stynes for Seen, a new SBS podcast about cultural creatives who have risen to excellence despite a role-model vacuum.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Yahoo
Large Alligator Caught 'Knocking on Doors' of Homes During Mating Season: Watch!
An alligator was spotted approaching homes in a neighborhood in Florida on Friday, May 9 The Lee County Sheriff's Office reportedly responded to a call to the neighborhood at about 7 a.m. local time Video of the incident shows deputies wrangling the animal into the bed of a truck with the help of a local trapperA Florida community encountered an unexpected visitor when an alligator was spotted 'knocking on doors' in the neighborhood. 'Our 3rd precinct deputies responded to a call this morning of a suspicious … gator knocking on doors within the Tortuga community. Thankfully, he was secured and handed over to the trapper safely," the Lee County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) shared in a Facebook post on Friday, May 9. "How's that for taking a BITE outta crime? 😏🐊,' they jokingly added. The officers responded to a call to the community, which is located about 175 miles southeast of Tampa, at approximately 7 a.m. local time on Friday, according to an email from the LCSO to McClatchy News, per The Miami Herald. The sheriff's office also noted that 'the gator was seemingly 7+ feet.' May is the official start of alligator mating season in Florida, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). This marks a time when males are known to wander in search of mates, which increases the likelihood that they will appear in neighborhoods and other populated areas. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The FWC also notes that this is a time of year when male alligators become increasingly territorial. Therefore, it advises people to exercise extra caution around bodies of water and to be aware of their surroundings — especially during dawn and dusk. Read the original article on People
CBS News
11-05-2025
- CBS News
Video shows alligator "knocking" at front door of Florida home during mating season
A Florida homeowner had an unexpected visitor Friday morning when an alligator was spotted knocking — literally — on front doors in the Tortuga community, about 145 miles southeast of Tampa. According to a Facebook post from the Lee County Sheriff's Office, deputies from the 3rd precinct were called to the neighborhood after residents reported a "suspicious" alligator on the doorstep. Bodycam and cellphone footage showed the reptile leaping up toward one front door as if trying to enter. Deputies responded quickly and, after some effort, managed to secure the roaming alligator. It was safely turned over to a licensed trapper, authorities said. In their social media post, deputies joked: "How's that for taking a BITE outta crime?" No injuries or damage were reported. Alligator mating season in Florida May marks the beginning of alligator mating season in Florida, a time when these reptiles are more active and likely to wander into residential areas looking for mates or territory, experts say. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), courtship behaviors in alligators start in early April, with actual mating occurring in May or June. During this time, male alligators become increasingly territorial and may displace smaller alligators, leading to increased sightings in unfamiliar areas, including neighborhoods. The FWC advises residents to exercise caution around bodies of water and to be aware of their surroundings, especially during dawn and dusk when alligators are most active. If you encounter an alligator that poses a threat to people, pets, or property, contact the FWC's Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 1-866-FWC-GATOR (392-4286).
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
9-Foot Alligator Named Elvis Gets Captured at a Preschool Parking Lot During Pickup Time — Watch!
A 9-foot alligator, known by locals as 'Elvis,' was spotted on the grounds of a preschool in Florida on May 6 Authorities helped wrangle and relocate the animal with the help of a local trapper, and no injuries were reported 'This king of the (swamp) jungle was safely removed,' read a statement from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's OfficeA 9-foot alligator was removed from the grounds of a preschool in Florida. Hillsborough County deputies "responded to a scaly situation outside Fishhawk Early Learning Preschool' in Tampa suburb Lithia, on May 6, per a statement from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO). Elvis appeared during pickup hours, 'when children and staff' typically are moving between buildings, per the statement. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Deputies 'quickly stepped in to keep everyone safe and steer foot traffic away from the 9-foot gator' until a certified trapper arrived. Deputies then assisted with the reptile's 'capture and relocation.' 'Thanks to a quick response and teamwork, this king of the (swamp) jungle was safely removed,' the statement concluded. A video of the incident shared to the HCSO Facebook page shows deputies wrangling the alligator with the help of the trapper, eventually rolling the animal onto its back. They then slid Elvis into the bed of a truck via a wooden board with the assistance of an unidentified woman. Several local residents commented on the post, expressing concern for the welfare of the animal. 'I live across the street. This gator has been here for years and was a favorite of many. We know it's him because he's missing a foot. I really hope he was relocated and not euthanized,' one commenter wrote. 'It is sad that Elvis is no longer in our community. People need to stop feeding them and just let them be. Especially, if they aren't being aggressive,' wrote someone else. PEOPLE reached out to the HCSO and Fishhawk Early Learning Preschool for comment on Saturday, May 10, but did not receive immediate responses. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
9-Foot Alligator Named Elvis Gets Captured at a Preschool Parking Lot During Pickup Time — Watch!
A 9-foot alligator, known by locals as 'Elvis,' was spotted on the grounds of a preschool in Florida on May 6 Authorities helped wrangle and relocate the animal with the help of a local trapper, and no injuries were reported 'This king of the (swamp) jungle was safely removed,' read a statement from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's OfficeA 9-foot alligator was removed from the grounds of a preschool in Florida. Hillsborough County deputies "responded to a scaly situation outside Fishhawk Early Learning Preschool' in Tampa suburb Lithia, on May 6, per a statement from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO). Elvis appeared during pickup hours, 'when children and staff' typically are moving between buildings, per the statement. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Deputies 'quickly stepped in to keep everyone safe and steer foot traffic away from the 9-foot gator' until a certified trapper arrived. Deputies then assisted with the reptile's 'capture and relocation.' 'Thanks to a quick response and teamwork, this king of the (swamp) jungle was safely removed,' the statement concluded. A video of the incident shared to the HCSO Facebook page shows deputies wrangling the alligator with the help of the trapper, eventually rolling the animal onto its back. They then slid Elvis into the bed of a truck via a wooden board with the assistance of an unidentified woman. Several local residents commented on the post, expressing concern for the welfare of the animal. 'I live across the street. This gator has been here for years and was a favorite of many. We know it's him because he's missing a foot. I really hope he was relocated and not euthanized,' one commenter wrote. 'It is sad that Elvis is no longer in our community. People need to stop feeding them and just let them be. Especially, if they aren't being aggressive,' wrote someone else. PEOPLE reached out to the HCSO and Fishhawk Early Learning Preschool for comment on Saturday, May 10, but did not receive immediate responses. Read the original article on People
