

Escape from the City
Follow hosts Jane Hall, Simon Marnie, Bryce Holdaway, Del Irani and Dean Ipaviz as they guide families, couples or individuals through the trials & tribulations of their life-changing decision to escape the city.
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1.Bellingen NSW: The Phipps
03-01-201960mBrad and Monique yearn to escape the hustle and bustle of Sydney for a more relaxed rural home to raise their three children. Their search takes them to the charming hinterland of...

2.Southern Highlands NSW: The Clementses
10-01-201960mABC Radio presenter Simon Marnie gives Sydney couple, Adrian and Kerby, a helping hand by taking them to view some stunning properties in the Southern Highlands, NSW, as they prepa...

3.Daylesford VIC: The Marxs
17-01-201960mAmanda is looking for an old cottage in Daylesford, VIC. Host Del Irani uses her financial expertise and offers up four houses that will fulfil Amanda's wish list plus expands her...

4.Kangaroo Valley NSW: The Joneses
24-01-201960mNewlyweds Emma and David are after a quieter and simpler lifestyle in Kangaroo Valley, NSW, but their budget is tight. Not one to shy away from a challenge, host Dean Ipaviz comes...

5.Toowomba QLD: The Deneheys
31-01-201960mFollowing a health setback, Phil and his wife Margaret are keen to prioritise their wellbeing and move to the warmer climate of Queensland. High on their priority list is a home th...

6.Sunshine Coast QLD: The Vautiers
07-02-201960mPresenter Simon Marnie accompanies Dee on her search for a new home on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. High on the priority list is finding a house close to the water which can host h...

7.Margaret River WA: The Kadamuses
14-02-201960mDeb and Milo have set their sights on finding their next home on the other side of the country. Presenter Jane Hall accompanies the couple as they inspect both rustic rural homes a...

8.Adelaide Hills SA: The Steeles
21-02-201960mThe lure of South Australia and its fresh local produce has attracted Melbourne couple Gab and Matt. They want to find a house in the Adelaide Hills where they can open their chees...

9.Norfolk Island: The Priors
28-02-201960mWith its sweeping coastline vistas, it's easy to see why couple Susan and Brian have been attracted to Norfolk Island. But will they be able to find their dream home in such a smal...

10.Southern Highlands NSW: The Lowcocks
07-03-201960mThe rolling hills of the Southern Highlands are the backdrop for our latest search. Chris and Shannon are accompanied by presenter Bryce Holdaway as they set out to find a country...

11.Lake Macquarie NSW: The Blanchards
14-03-201960mFinding the right house at the right price near Lake Macquarie may require a lengthy search for Sydney couple Fran and Ron. In addition to being their home, they also want it to do...

12.Orange NSW: The Thomases
21-03-201960mSydney newlyweds Will and Briana are looking for a change. On their honeymoon they visited the NSW town of Orange and were smitten with its old-world charm. Can they find a vintage...

13.Orange NSW: The Wilsons
04-04-201960mBryce Holdaway meets couple Rob and Harvey, who aim to find a new home for their two young sons in country NSW. Rob prefers contemporary homes, while Harvey is swayed by character....

14.Southern Tablelands NSW: The Grestes
11-04-201960mPresenter Dean Ipaviz meets a couple who are looking for a spacious house on large acreage so they can expand their business promoting sustainability. But will the proposed country...

15.Lake Macquarie NSW: The Chapmans
18-04-201960mWith Sydney housing prices making owning their own slice of land impossible, young couple Matt and Siobhan are heading for Lake Macquarie. But getting their head around the new pro...

16.Fleurieu Peninsula SA: The Taylors
25-04-201960mGlobetrotters Mark and Kate are returning to Australian shores and are looking for a country property in the Fleurieu region of South Australia that has enough space for them to ow...

17.Berowra Waters NSW: The Hespes
02-05-201960mHaving an outdoors lifestyle is high on the priority list for Michelle and Jeff. The couple are drawn to the tranquil setting of the Hawkesbury River; despite the fact the communit...

18.Castlemaine: The Clarkes
09-05-201960mMaking a first home purchase is a big decision for any young couple. Presenter Del Irani meets a couple who want a sizeable period home in Castlemaine, near Melbourne. But the sear...

19.Adelaide Hills SA: The Prossers
16-05-201960mParents Sunny and Tess want their next family home to be surrounded by nature so their young children can roam free. Presenter Simon Marnie takes on the task of finding four homes...

20.Sunshine Coast QLD: The Mobbs
23-05-201960mThe lure of the Sunshine Coast has proven irresistible for Sydney couple Kirsty and Sean. They intend to move their family interstate to reduce living costs and improve their lifes...

21.Orange NSW: The Hatchs
30-05-201960mPresenter Dean Ipaviz finds four homes that have plenty of old world charm, and the potential to renovate in Orange. But will any of the houses he has lined up appeal to Brisbane d...

22.Launceston TAS: The Gaffneys
06-06-201960mTasmania is the backdrop for our latest episode, where presenter Jane Hall accompanies Sydney resident Frances on a tour of Launceston's real estate market. Can Frances find what h...

23.The High Country VIC: The Purches
13-06-201960mWith a new gin start-up to consider, Sarah is looking for a country destination where she can establish the business. Presenter Del Irani guides her around the Rutherglen region an...

24.Northern Rivers NSW: The McKinnons
20-06-201960mWith a large budget at play, equestrian Jennifer should have no difficulty finding the perfect place to call home in NSW's Northern Rivers region. But taking on a large property co...

25.Margaret River WA: The Kimbles
27-06-201960mAfter visiting Margaret River on their honeymoon, Courtney and Craig have decided to up sticks and move to the idyllic coastal hinterland. They rope in presenter Dean Ipaviz to hel...

26.Gold Coast Hinterland QLD: The Kennedys
04-07-201960mProperty advisor Bryce Holdaway accompanies Sydney couple Kym and Cameron as they inspect real estate in the Gold Coast Hinterland.

27.Port Douglas QLD: The Grays
11-07-201960mWith a sizeable budget in play, Phil and Lara are hoping to find not only their next family home, but an investment property too. Finance expert Del Irani is on hand to dish out pl...

28.Southern Highlands NSW: The Di Pietros
18-07-201960mIt isn't just a home among the gumtrees Jo is searching for. She wants enough space to have a vegie patch and chickens. Simon Marnie finds her four special homes to inspect.

29.Byron Bay NSW: The Ryans
25-07-201960mIt's not just a tree change that single mum Lara is seeking. She's also hoping to find a new home base for her two young daughters following the death of her partner.

30.Greater Region of Hobart TAS: The Viapiana
01-08-201960mThe options seem endless for Sydney couple Kerry and Marcelo as they inspect several Tasmanian properties. But will all that choice paralyse their ability to make a decision?

31.Perth Hills WA: The Roberts
08-08-201960mAfter undergoing surgery for a brain tumour, Malcolm is looking for a quieter home base. He and wife Phyllis have always wanted to farewell the CBD and live in the Perth Hills, so...

32.Northern Rivers NSW: The Ommundsons
15-08-201960mSimon Marnie is on hand to show Sydney couple Celia and Pat some stunning Byron Bay hinterland properties. The couple are keen on a big kitchen, space to run a business and a tub t...

33.Central Coast NSW: The Azars
22-08-201960mBryce Holdaway accompanies a young Sydney couple as they search for their first property on NSW's Central Coast. But will their inability to compromise halt their search?

34.Blue Mountains NSW: The Lenoirs
29-08-201960mWith the goal of opening a health retreat in the Blue Mountains, David and Nicole are seeking the right property. It's a big ask, but presenter Jane Hall has a few surprises up her...

35.Daylesford VIC: The Iletts
05-09-201960mPresenter Del Irani shows HR executive Simone, and her best friend Vesna, four quirky and unique properties in Daylesford. However, the Victorian town is a property hotspot and ste...

36.Great Ocean Road VIC: The Duckworths
12-09-201960mLiving by the water with views of the coastline is the one thing single Melbourne mum Denise desires. Yet budget constraints and commute issues may prove stumbling blocks for her r...

37.Townsville and Magnetic Island QLD: The Longs
19-09-201960mFinance writer Christine finds searching for her next home in Far North Queensland is about more than just bricks and mortar. It becomes a journey of self-discovery as she plans he...

38.South Coast NSW: The Wines
26-09-201960mHaving downsized to a small Sydney unit, retirees Noni and Stuart are feeling restless. They're keen to find a coastal home which caters to their passions and has ample space for t...

39.Kingscliff NSW: The Riggs
03-10-201960mSoaring real estate prices may make the search difficult for our latest couple seeking a sea change. Christopher and Jaynie are hoping to live in beachside Kingscliff, but will the...

40.Macedon Ranges VIC: The Topfers
17-10-201960mPainting enthusiast Helen is accompanied by presenter Simon Marnie as she searches for a rural home that will house her growing art collection. Helen will be busy narrowing down th...

41.Port Douglas QLD: The Salters
24-10-201960mWould you let a complete stranger choose the town that you will move to? That's exactly what Sydneysiders Lisa and Paul have done in the latest episode of our lifestyle series.

42.Cairns QLD: The Clearys
31-10-201960mThe mystery house that presenter Del Irani shows Tanya and Jordan really piques their interest in the latest episode of our lifestyle series. But will the WA animal lovers find the...

43.Shoalhaven Heads NSW: The Thorleys
18-06-202060mWill it be the charm of an old beach shack or a modern home with all the mod cons that wins over house hunters Graham and Kim? Presenter Simon Marnie accompanies the retirees as th...

44.Sunshine Coast Hinterland QLD: The Hahns
25-06-202060mPresenter Jane Hall has found four stunning homes in the Noosa Hinterlands to show retirees Christian and Hilary. But will any of the houses meet the lengthy requirements of the co...

45.Macleay Valley NSW: The Hoskinsons
02-07-202060mJoin the house hunt as presenter Dean Ipaviz takes Mark and Phil on a tour of real estate in NSW's Macleay Valley. It might just be the mystery house that ticks all the boxes.

46.Broome WA: The Schneiders
09-07-202060mDuring the property search, a mystery house has house hunters Adam and Helen in a quandary. Does the Broome home meet their expectations or will it take them in a direction they ha...

47.Byron Shire NSW: The Mulligans
16-07-202060mSpiritual energy therapist and doula Sandra in on a quest to overhaul her life and find a new town that she can call home. She heads to the Byron Bay hinterland to inspect four pot...

48.Kingscliff to Coolangatta NSW/QLD: The Carsons
23-07-202060mJane Hall finds four unique homes for Melbourne couple Allana and Aaron to inspect. But will the homes, including a hillside house and mystery beachfront house, tick all the boxes?

49.West Gippsland VIC: The Smiths
30-07-202060mYoung couple Beau and Madeline are struggling to decide exactly what they want when it comes to finding their first home. Presenter Bryce Holdaway is on hand to guide them in the r...

50.Mornington Peninsula VIC: The Sages
06-08-202060mBen and Helen and their four boys are on the hunt for a sprawling family home on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula. Presenter Del Irani takes them on a tour of four suitable properti...

51.Hobart TAS: The Tungs
13-08-202060mSydney couple Nancy and Jeremy have been captivated by Tasmania's charm and have decided to move their family down south. Their property hunt takes them to four different homes whi...

52.Central Coast NSW: The Owens
20-08-202060mJoe and Amy have high expectations about what their new home will contain. Will Simon Marnie be able to help them find a coastal house that ticks all the boxes?

53.South Coast NSW: The Mackays
27-08-202060mThey might be heading to the bush, but that doesn't mean Kevin and Christine want to downsize. The Sydney couple are keen to find a large open plan home with land to grow native tr...

54.Sunshine Coast QLD: The Moylans
03-09-202060mDel Irani accompanies single mum Lisa to inspect four very different properties on the Sunshine Coast. But will the search go down the gurgler when the mystery house causes Lisa's...

55.Stanthorpe QLD: The Georges
10-09-202060mWhen the clan is making the sea change, it's going to take a large property to suit them. Brisbane's Andrew and Isla inspect four properties that allow for business prospects and r...

56.Coffs Harbour NSW: The Dormans
17-09-202060mFirst-home buyers Emily and Jerome take on a move to the coastal destination of the Coffs Coast in NSW. Will they find the sea change to such a natural setting is too much of a dep...

57.Hunter Region NSW: The Englishs
24-09-202060mSimon Marnie accompanies single mum Bridget as she inspects country homes. Yet finding one that encompasses all her needs may be problematic.

58.Gippsland VIC: The Charges
01-10-202060mLiving an off-grid existence, with pet llamas or alpacas, appeals to Chris and Glen. While their adult children may be underwhelmed by the proposed sea-change, they enthusiasticall...

59.Port Stephens NSW: The Tajvidis
08-10-202060mFollow vegan couple Sam and Hanifa as they search for the dream rural retreat where they intend to expand their family and open an animal rescue centre for abandoned and neglected...

60.Mission Beach QLD: The Capeses
15-10-202060mPresenter Jane Hall has lined up four very different and unique homes to show house hunters Julie and Peter. The travel enthusiasts want a beachside home base with enough space for...
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