Meet the new Married At First Sight contestants!

Andy, 40 Following a hit-and-run accident that nearly ended his life, Andy has stepped up his efforts to find a partner. “I’m very lucky to be alive,” he tells.

Michael, 32 The lone Kiwi of the bunch, Michael now lives in Queensland but returns home regularly to see his six-year-old son. He is hoping to “gel” with his bride-to-be.

Mark, 30 Fireman Mark has always put his career first, but he is ready for love and hopes his bride will be “down-to-earth, respectful and adventurous”.

Jess, 31 Sassy Jess is looking for someone who has “a strong sense of self”, but who doesn’t have “poor hygiene and a lack of love for doughnuts”!

Dave, 28 Cheeky sales manager Dave loves a laugh but is serious about finding love on the show. He says, “You need to give these things a go and not die wondering.”

Keller, 26 The former navy engineer says his role made it impossible to find love, but now he’s a free man, Keller’s ready to settle down.

“I want to be with that person forever.”

Monica, 28 This unlucky-in-love manager is the youngest and only singleton of her eight siblings. “I believe in the science behind the show,” tells Monica.

Bella, 30 A top job in radio saw Bella put romance on hold. “I needed to achieve things before I could be with someone,” she explains, adding she’s now ready to find the one.

Craig, 41 Ever since an 11-year relationship ended, Sydneysider Craig has struggled with the dating scene. He is looking to meet “an all-round good person”.

Nicole, 28 Schoolteacher Nicole has babies on the brain. “I would love to find someone special to share my life with and start a family,” says the clucky contestant.