Bachelor Australia - Season 4 - Richie Strahan - Social Media - Media - NO Discussion - *Sleuthing - Spoilers*

Summary from NW mag this week:

NW magazine has new photos of Richie on a date (not sure if SD or SQT) at the InterContinental Hotel in Sydney's Double Bay taken on March 29.

Richie is with a blonde with darker roots who looks like Alexandra the single mom but not sure - it could be someone not seen yet (maybe even the girl [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] in white singlet on activity date). They have a pic of Richie kissing (the girl is doing most of the initiating as her hand is on the back of his neck. This would be first pic of Richie and a girl kissing so far. The photos look like they were taken with a really long lens and are a bit blurry.  

 Care to dance? Richie Strahan puts the moves on Bachelor hopeful serenading her with live music during one-on-one date…which ends with a steamy kiss
PUBLISHED: 11 April 2016

In the last series of The Bachelorette, Richie Strahan was dubbed as a shy contender.

But in his starring role as The Bachelor, the 30-year-old appears to have shrugged off all evidence of his timid nature.

The hunky rope technician was seen putting the moves on a Bachelor beauty during a one-on-one date, as he serenaded her with live music before pulling her close for a passionate kiss.

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For the date, Richie appeared to pull out all the stops in a bid to impress the blonde female, as a two-piece band played before them.

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The pair were then seen wrapping their arms around each other and gazing into each other's eyes as they swayed gently to the music.
After the band stopped playing, the pair were seen chatting to the musicians.

The romantic date took place in a cute outdoor setting, and the mood was set with multiple candles which littered the perimeter.

Despite the dreary weather, the pair appeared to be relishing in their alone time.

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Such a gentleman! Richie popped a bottle of champagne for the pair to share

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Before the band began playing, Richie, ever the gentleman, was seen popping a bottle of champagne and pouring his lady love a glass of bubbles - no doubt giving the pair some liquid courage for the date.

The pair were seen clinking their glass together before taking sips in between their conversation.

After initially being ushered to the date under the protection of an umbrella, Richie then met with his chosen suitor and the pair waited under a semi-sheltered area.

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Bachelor Richie's romantic date uncovered
The Aussie heaththrob pulled out all the stops for a fairytale date on The Bachelor.
New Idea on April 5, 2016
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It may be only a few weeks into filming the new series, but sparks have been flying between Richie and Keira Maguire – so much so that Richie has apparently already decided the bubbly blonde is The One.

Keira was recently chosen for a very special fairytale dream date, complete with a horse-drawn carriage ride.

‘The rest of the contestants just couldn’t hide their dismay when Richie chose Keira as his with his lady love date to spend some precious one-on-one time with,’ a Bachelor insider reveals to New Idea.

From the very beginning, Keira’s prior connection to Richie – she’s best friends with his cousin Lisa Clark as well as former Bachelor contestant Lisa Hyde – put her ahead of the pack.

While they’re still going through the motions, deep down the other women know that Richie’s already chosen his bride-to-be, and they can’t help thinking that Keira being best friends with his cousin puts her at a competitive advantage,’ the insider spills.

Read the full story in New Idea, out now!

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He's a real Prince Charming: Bachelor Richie Strahan woos blonde hopeful during fairytale horse-drawn carriage ride
PUBLISHED: 11 April 2016
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Richie Strahan is quite the prince charming as he was seen wooing a blonde hopeful on a horse-drawn carriage in what seemed like a fairytale date.

The rope access technician looked dapper in a tuxedo as he led the contestant in her elaborate gold puffball dress up the stairs to their date venue in Mansfield, Sydney.

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The Bachelor Richie Strahan’s date busts out the moves
April 7, 2016
Briana Domjen, The Daily Telegraph

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After putting on an amazing display of athleticism with a backflip off the sailing boat Richie, ever the gentleman, wraps a towel around the mystery brunette. Picture: Gregg Porteous

WELL that’s one way to get his attention.

One busty brunette literally bent over backwards in a bid to capture The Bachelor Richie Strahan’s heart, while on a hot date at Cobblers Beach in Mosman yesterday.

Seemingly a wild-child, the unknown beauty ambitiously backflipped off the vintage sailing boat, before gracefully landing in the ocean.

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Just as you’d expect, the pair engaged in a flirty water fight while swimming in the harbour, before making their way back onto the boat, where ever the gentleman, Strahan wrapped a towel around his bachelorette’s arms.

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Taking the plunge! Shirtless Richie Strahan gets handsy with bikini-clad brunette as the pair leap from a boat into the harbour during adventurous Bachelor date
8 April 201

He is set to encounter 19 romantic hopefuls vying for his attention during this year's season of The Bachelor.
But Richie Strahan, 30, only had eyes for a blue-eyed brunette contestant this week as the pair enjoyed an adventurous date at Sydney Harbour.

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Smooth sailor! The Bachelor's Richie Strahan recreates iconic Titanic ship scene with pretty contestant as they enjoy romantic date out on sea
By SHARNAZ SHAHID FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA
PUBLISHED: 8 April 2016

The ‘I’m flying’ scene from James Cameron's epic movie, Titanic, is one of the most iconic love scene ever created on-screen.

And so it seems fitting for The Bachelor’s Richie Strahan to re-enact the romantic moment as he treated a pretty contestant to a date out on sea in Sydney, on Thursday afternoon.

Standing on what appeared to be the main mast, the potential lovebirds were seen with their arms stretched wide apart, reminiscent of Kate Winslet and Leonardo Di Caprio in the popular film.

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Earlier that day, they were spotted enjoying an intimate conversation as they sat perched on the expansive vessel.

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How roll-mantic! The Bachelor's Richie Strahan treats 12 contestants to a group date at the roller derby as he pits the girls against each other in skating competition
PUBLISHED: 22:55 EST, 9 April 2016 | UPDATED: 06:08 EST, 10 April 2016

He is an adrenaline-seeking rope access technician who spends much of his time sculpting his incredible physique.

So it's no surprise The Bachelor's Richie Strahan, 30, challenged a dozen of his lover hopefuls to a roller derby competition, during a recent group date for the popular reality show.

While the sporting arena may not serve as the most intimate venue in which to conjure a romance, Richie appeared to be thoroughly enjoying the experience as a gaggle of girls whizzed around the rink.

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Later, the girls were seen wearing matching outfits as they prepared to face-off in a roller derby contest.

The girls appeared to have been separated into two teams of six, each delineated by the red or blue colour of the contestants singlet tops.

While the girls seemed to be getting along well as they giggled and chatted on a long bench, things undoubtedly became more serious once the contest was afoot.


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Love isn't all about looks! Richie Strahan hops into a fat suit as he films scenes for The Bachelor with contestants at the roller derby
PUBLISHED: 22:10 EST, 9 April 2016 | UPDATED: 06:02 EST, 10 April 2016

He's got an impressive body that he's worked hard for. But during a recent group date while filming The Bachelor Richie was seen covering up his muscles - with a fat suit.  The lothario was seen donning the funny costume while filming a rollerskating group date with all 12 hopefuls.  

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Richie and some of the girls - who were identified on their backs as Rachael and Marja - were seen rollerskating with the suits on, appearing to be suits looking like sumo wrestlers. Ropes access technician Richie was seen in an all-black outfit, including pants and a singlet when he was out of his fat suit. Seen in the gaggle of girls was former Zoo model Kirralee Morris and single mother Alexandra nation, as well as Keira Maguire.

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EXCLUSIVE:
'Richie would make an awesome partner!' Laurina Fleure gives new Bachelor star Richie Strahan her tick of approval
9 April 2016

He's set to romance a bevy of beauties when The Bachelor Australia kicks off later this year.

And Richie Strahan has now got the tick of approval from former star of the show Laurina Fleure.

Speaking to Daily Mail Australia at the Longines DolceVita Asia Pacific Launch in Sydney on Friday night, 31-year-old Laurina from Blake Garvey's season of The Bachelor said Richie would 'make an awesome partner for anyone'.

'He's gorgeous,' brunette beauty Laurina admitted.

'I mean he's really down-to-earth and he seems like an honest, loyal, very devoted potential partner. I think he'll make an awesome partner for anyone,' she continued.

High roller! The Bachelor's Richie Strahan treats one lucky lady to a high class date after flying out to an isolated paddock on a private jet
PUBLISHED: 13 April 2016

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The Bachelor Australia is known for it's weird and sometimes wonderful date scenarios.

But it seems that the latest date night being filming for the upcoming series beats any from the past seasons.

The man of the hour, Richie Strahan, treated one of his many hopeful females to a romantic on-one-one date on Wednesday - in the middle of a stranded, empty paddock.

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Despite the private jet to transport them to the super secret location, the pair both failed to display a smile during their time together as they had a picnic in the overgrown grass field.

As they lazed on the picnic blanket and took part in an in-depth conversation, the pair were surrounded by numerous crew members who documented each and every moment on video.

The location featured a randomly placed tree, that had no leaves, as well as an oversized backdrop to shield the beaming light from the camera.

Helicopters. Private jets. His and her mansions - and it's only just the start! How this year's series of The Bachelor is sparing no expense (after last year's budget version)

PUBLISHED: 13 April 2016

It's Australia's undisputed champion of reality TV shows, pulling in huge audiences every year.

And as the newest series of The Bachelor looms, it seems producers are more eager than ever to dazzle viewers with its show stopping staging.

Already they have scored private jets, a helicopter and a lavish mansion to house the love hopefuls vying for Richie Strahan's affections - a costly combination that is sure to impress when the first episodes hit screens.

On Wednesday the 30-year-old was spotted taking one lucky lady on board a nine-seat private jet for a romantic date in a paddock.

The aircraft, which is privately owned by a New South Wales company, was not the only one in the production's fleet for the day. A helicopter was also on hand.

When they're not cruising through Sydney's airspace, this year's contestants have been relaxing in a $3.8million Glenorie mansion. Richie, on the other hand, has a $4million abode to himself while filming.

It's a far cry from the 'budget Bachelor' nickname given to last year's series starring Sam Wood.

Walks in the rain, cheeseboards on the couch and beer at a roadside cafe were some of the dates on last year's schedule.

Unlike his predecessor Blake Garvey, who whisked his ladies off to South Africa for a no-expense-spared finale, Sam announced who had won his heart in the familiar surroundings of Sydney's suburbs.

Later joking about the comparatively meager show end, he said it was likely the first series of The Bachelorette (which began days after The Bachelor ended) had chewed in to the budget for his series.

By comparison, Sam Frost's appearance as Australia's first Bachelorette was more luxurious. She enjoyed plane rides, helicopter trips and travelled to New Zealand for her finale.

Neither, however, appears to have had as much glitz injected in to it as the forthcoming series.

It's likely this sudden infusion of luxury is down to a change in production teams putting the show together.

While Australian company Shine has been at its helm since the beginning, Warner Bros, who owns the show format, has stepped in to take over this year.

The entertainment giant brought producer Shaun Murphy over from Shine to lead the new format, with Murphy having overseen the first three series of The Bachelor.

'We’re delighted to secure Shaun as Head of Entertainment for Warner Bros. International Television Production in Australia.

'Having worked with him over the last 3 years as he oversaw our flagship format "The Bachelor" in Australia, we saw what a superb Executive Producer he is, as well as being a great guy,' Andrew Zein, Senior Vice President of Creative, Format Development & Sales at Warner Bros. International Television Production said at the time.

The Bachelor's fourth series will begin airing on Network Ten later this year.