Celebrity Treasure Island Season 5 Release Date, Judges, Contestants, How To Participate & More
Celebrity Treasure Island Season 5: Celebrity Treasure Island is a popular reality TV show in New Zealand, where celebrities compete for a chance to win $100,000 for their chosen charity. The show is based on the original Treasure Island format, where contestants are divided into teams and face various physical and mental challenges on an island. The show has been running since 1997, with four celebrity seasons so far.
Release Date
The fifth celebrity season of the show is set to premiere on September 2025, on TVNZ 2 and TVNZ+. The season will feature 18 new celebrities, who will be stranded on a remote location in Te Waipounamu, the South Island, instead of the usual Fiji. The season will also have some new twists and surprises, as well as the return of hosts Matt Chisholm and Bree Tomasel.
Who are the judges of Celebrity Treasure Island Season 5?
Unlike some other reality shows, Celebrity Treasure Island does not have any judges or mentors. The fate of the contestants is determined by their own performance in the challenges, as well as their alliances and strategies. The hosts, Matt Chisholm and Bree Tomasel are the ones who announce the rules, oversee the challenges, and reveal the results. They also provide commentary and humor throughout the show.
Who are the contestants of Celebrity Treasure Island Season 5?
The 18 celebrities who will be competing in the fifth season of Celebrity Treasure Island are:
| Name | Occupation | Charity |
|---|---|---|
| Matilda Green | Podcaster, influencer, author, former Bachelor winner | Cure Kids |
| Tāme Iti | Activist, artist, actor, writer, poet | Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi |
| Laura Daniel | Comedian, actress, singer, writer | Women’s Refuge |
| Grant Lobban | Actor, Damo from I.T. on Shortland Street | StarJam |
| Mel Homer | Radio and TV personality | Breast Cancer Foundation NZ |
| James Rolleston | Actor, child star in Boy | KidsCan |
| Candy Lane | Dance icon, choreographer, TV presenter | Endometriosis New Zealand |
| Jess Tyson | Former Miss World NZ, reporter, model, survivor of sexual abuse | Brave |
| Sir Wayne “Buck” Shelford | Former All Blacks captain, coach, rugby legend | Te Kiwi Maia |
| Jordan Rondel | Baker, author, co-founder of The Caker | SPCA |
| Blair Tuke | Baker, author, and co-founder of The Caker | Live Ocean |
| Lana Van Hout | Fitness model, personal trainer, middle-distance runner | Mental Health Foundation |
| Edna Swart | Entrepreneur, influencer, founder of ENSO | Stroke Foundation |
| Lance Savali | Former Olympic swimmer, silver medalist at the 1992 Barcelona Games | Heart Foundation |
| Chris Parker | Comedian, actor, writer | Rainbow Youth |
| Anna Simcic | Olympic gold medalist sailor, America’s Cup, and Volvo Ocean Race winner | I Am Hope |
| Art Green | Former Bachelor, podcaster, TV host, health and wellness advocate | Surf Life Saving NZ |
| Angela Bloomfield | Actress and director, Rachel McKenna on Shortland Street | PolyEmp |
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How to participate in Celebrity Treasure Island Season 5?
Celebrity Treasure Island Season 5 is not open for public participation, as the contestants are selected by the producers from a pool of celebrities. However, fans can still watch the show and support their favorite celebrities and charities. The show will air every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at 7:30 PM on TVNZ 2 and TVNZ+. Fans can also stream the episodes on TVNZ OnDemand, or catch up on the highlights and behind-the-scenes clips on the show’s official website, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Fans can also vote for their favorite celebrity in the People’s Choice Award, which will be announced at the end of the season. The winner of the award will receive an extra $10,000 for their charity. Fans can vote online at TVNZ.co.nz/celebrity treasure island, or by texting the name of their favorite celebrity to 3333 (standard text charges apply).
Celebrity Treasure Island Season 5 promises to be an exciting and entertaining season, with a diverse and dynamic cast of celebrities, a stunning and challenging location, and a worthy cause. Fans can expect to see drama, comedy, romance, and adventure, as the celebrities battle it out for the ultimate treasure. Don’t miss the premiere on September 2025, only on TVNZ 2 and TVNZ+.
