MAFS Australia comes under fire with new claims about contestants' criminal pasts
Married at First Sight Australia is facing backlash following reports that contestants were not informed of their partners' criminal histories. Former participants have criticized the show's background check processes amid broader concerns about contestant welfare.
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This highlights growing scrutiny over the duty of care and ethical standards in the reality television industry.
TV Emma Mackenzie Features Writer 14:34, 13 Jun 2026 View 5 Images MAFS Australia under fire with new claims from BBC
The article reports on allegations and public controversy without taking a stance on the show's guilt, though it focuses on the negative claims.
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