Bondi Rescue is an Australian reality TV show that is famous for being unscripted and real. The series revolves around the daily lives of Aussie lifeguards as they protect people on one of the busiest beaches in the world, Bondi beach, Sydney.
The documentary TV show first aired on Network Ten on February 15, 2006. So far there are a total of 16 seasons. Its last season aired in 2021, and ever since then, fans have been wondering if Bondi Rescue is canceled.
Is Bondi Rescue Canceled?
No, Bondi Rescue is not canceled. On 12 October 2022, it was officially announced on the Bondi Rescue social media sites that the show will be returning for season 17 in 2023.
The last season of the show, season 16, aired on Network 10 in 2021. Ever since then, there have been speculations about the renewal of the show. Before the announcement of season 17, it was thought that the show is canceled because it lacks diversity.
Daniel Monaghan, 10’s Director of Programming, said in an interview:
“It hasn’t played into the decision of Bondi Rescue. It’s been on for about 16 years. Diversity is incredibly important to us but it can come in the form of contributors and people who work behind the scenes, not necessarily just the cast.”
After the comment regarding the show, and no news regarding renewal, fans thought the show has been axed. However, in October 2022, Bondi Rescue has been renewed for season 17.
Bondi Rescue Season 17 Release Date
Bondi Rescue has been renewed for season 17, but there is no official release date announced yet. For now, we only know that the show will be airing on Network Ten in 2023.
The return of the show was announced in Paramount 2023 Upfronts. Some other reality shows that are expected to return in 2023 are Dog House Australia, Ambulance Australia, and Australian Survivor: Heroes vs Villains.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons of Bondi Rescue are there?
As of 2023, Bondi Rescue has 16 seasons. Season 17 is renewed after a long hiatus due to the pandemic.
Where will be season 17 of Bondi Rescue?
There is no word about where Bondi Rescue season 17 will air. It is expected to air on Network 10 where all other previous seasons are available.
Conclusion
Great news for fans as Bondi Rescue will air its season 17 this year on Network 10. The show was officially renewed last year in October. No release date has been announced regarding the next season, but it will be released somewhere in late 2023.
Stay tuned for more news and updates. Till then, you can watch previous seasons on TenPlay and see your favorite Bondi Rescue lifeguards in action.
