The Bachelor: All the women vying for Locky’s affections

It has been a year of bad news in 2020, so these women have taken it upon themselves to find love on The Bachelor. MEET ALL THIS YEAR’S CONTESTANTS.

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IT is that time of year again – 23 young single hopefuls are about to set on a journey to win the heart of The Bachelor Locky Gilbert. As is always is, it will be a rollercoaster of emotions for the women, and Gilbert, who in previews has already revealed he falls in love with two of his suitors. Here, Confidential takes a look at the women vying for Gilbert’s affections.

Locky Gilbert with contestants on The Bachelor 2020.

Areeba Emmanuel, 25, NSW

Home Loan Officer

My dream date would be eating food, laughing a lot and having the best time together. It doesn’t matter where that is.

Bell Colwell, 25, NSW

Media Buyer

My ex brought me a chicken burger and rose for our first Valentines together, that was cute. He also took me paragliding in the Austrian Alps. I just realised I haven’t really done anything that romantic for anyone.

Bella Varelis, 25, NSW

Marketing Consultant

I fall for someone very quickly. But sometimes, that includes falling for the wrong person and

ends with me giving them way more chances than they deserve. I often get the whole, ‘you’re

the person I want to end up with, but I’m just not ready for that right now’.

Charley Bond, 25, QLD

PE Teacher

I plan on being my absolute and whole self. The best thing for any relationship is to love the

person for being exactly themselves. My dream date would be going to a park and having a kick around with a soccer ball, or playing some one-on-one touch football. I’d also enjoy going to the beach or doing something active.

Clare Lange, 26, WA

Admin Assistant

I just haven’t found my partner in crime yet.

This year’s Bachelor, Locky Gilbert. Picture: Supplied

Gemma White, 28, QLD

Property Manager

I have a lot to offer but I also know my self-worth and won’t settle until I know I have met my perfect match. I would say that I am kind, understanding, passionate, driven and determined.

Georgie Glass, 32, TAS

Project Manager

I’m not looking for someone to tick all of the boxes or for someone who looks a particular way. I’m looking for someone who looks at me with feeling, gives me butterflies in my tummy and makes me feel loved. Someone who greatly values the people in his life, is driven, prefers the silly times over the serious, enjoys a bit of adventure and has a sneaky BIG heart.

Irena Srbinovska, 31, VIC

Nurse

I am always the bridesmaid and never the bride. I have had the privilege of attending hundreds of weddings, organising and planning weddings for others, but sadly I haven’t

been able to find the right guy so I can plan my own.

Izzy Sharman-Firth, 29, QLD

HR Advisor

It would be a deal breaker if he was a Trump supporter. My dream date would be arcade games or something adrenaline pumping, followed by Mexican food and frozen margaritas. Then a bar hop because neither of us want to leave at the end.

You better not like Donald Trump if you want a chance with Izzy. Picture: Supplied

Juliette Herrera, 34, NSW

Stylist

I went through some crazy life situations, that forced me to go on a journey of self-discovery and work out what kind of woman I wanted to be. Now that I finally feel fulfilled and admire

my spirit, I am ready to share that with a special man. I have also spent extended periods of time travelling and living in abroad, so had a very bohemian lifestyle.

Juliette admires her own spirit. Picture: Supplied

Kristina Abramoff, 24, WA

PHD Scholar

I’m very career orientated. I’d also rather spend my spare time with my friends and family, than go on dates that can go either way. I have extremely high standards as well.

If Locky doesn’t meet Kristina’s high standards, he’s in trouble. Picture: Supplied

Laura Calleri, 24, WA

Marketing Co-ordinator

I have no real strategy, just to make the most of the experience and soak it all in. I would like to form a couple of close friendships, so we can experience the journey together and reflect on the unique experience in years to come.

Leilani Vakaahi, 27, NSW

Partnerships Manager

I’ve been on dating apps – Tinder and Hinge. I’ve been on some great dates and some not-so-great, but for one reason or another it just hasn’t lasted long term. I hate that ghosting is a ‘thing,’ but I know I’ve done it without realising … dating is hard.

Maddy Carver, 25, TAS

Teacher

My deal breakers are if a guy has cheated in a past relationship, if they are full-time smokers, if they have bad hygiene or don’t have a job.

Maddy wants nothing to do with cheaters. Picture: Supplied

Marg Zogoulas, 23, VIC

Car Sales Consultant

I am a hopeless romantic. I love the flowers, the cute setups and the thought that goes into

a date. If someone was to surprise me with a picnic on the beach with a bottle of wine and

snacks, then I’m an extremely happy girl.

Marlaina McPhillips, 31, VIC

Fundraising Co-ordinator

I actually don’t have a dream wedding; I just hope I will be able to marry my dream man.

If Locky can prove himself to be Marlaina’s dream man, he may get a low-key wedding. Picture: Supplied

Nadine Kodsi, 30, VIC

Entrepreneur

My perfect partner would be someone who shares the same morals and values as myself, is

respectable and calm, but knows how and when to be a man and can take control, has a good

work ethic, plus loves his family and animals. I am a little crazy at times. But who knows, he might like it and hate it at the same time. That’s the feedback I’ve received anyway.

Nicole Campbell, 26, NSW

Professional Dancer

I am the kind of person who can be quite quiet and reserved at first. However, once I’m comfortable, I’m quite a confident, fun loving, energetic person and always up for a good time. I’ve spent a lot of time travelling and working away, which made it difficult to settle down and be serious with anyone.

Paige Royal, 31, VIC

Model

I have zero interest in dating apps or going to clubs, so I thought I had nothing to lose. I’m a

huge romantic and if things were to work out for the Bachelor and I, it would be an incredible fairytale love story. I am attracted to humour. I love someone who can make me laugh. The goal is to laugh forever with someone I take seriously. I also love a man who is compassionate and loves animals.

Rosemary Sawtell, 23, QLD

Retail Manager

Sometimes I can be too honest, speak without a filter and I swear a bit. But I’m working on that. I don’t really have any deal breakers, but if he likes coriander we would have to have a serious chat.

Roxi Kenny, 29, QLD

Mechanical Engineer

I don’t go out to meet a lot of people, so I’m not putting myself out there enough.

I haven’t been on many dates, so can’t say I have ever had any doozies.

I am a qualified Mechanical Engineer who is halfway through a law degree. I drive a beautiful BMW sports car and live in my own unit. On paper, I’m a catch.

On paper, Roxi thinks she is a catch. Picture: Supplied

Steph Harper, 26, VIC

Special Needs Teacher

If it’s meant to be, then it’s meant to be. If he’s after a free-spirited, positive girl, then here I am. I’m quite spontaneous, free-spirited and try to remain positive in most situations. I also care a lot and become quite invested in people and things that I feel are very important to me, such as my work. I’m also brutally honest and find it hard to lie – I’m terrible at it.

Zoe-Clare McDonald, 23, QLD

Sales Manager

After my last relationship I focused heavily on work and kind of shut-out the opportunity to meet someone.

* The Bachelor Season Eight premieres on Channel 10 at 7.30pm Wednesday.