Episode 47 Recap: It’s the final showdown on The Block 2025, and every team is feeling the pressure as money runs out and nerves wear thin.

It’s the final week on The Block 2025, and while most contestants are well aware they’re in the home stretch, Taz’s so-called “Block brain” has him completely mixed up. He wakes up convinced it’s Monday, blissfully unaware that it’s actually Tuesday — meaning one less day to fix 237 defects and somehow finish House 3’s front yard.

The Block 2025’s last week is delivering everything fans love — drama, emotion and a few shocking surprises. (image – Channel 9)

Meanwhile, other teams across the site are running on empty but pushing through, desperate to get every tile, shrub and panel in place before Sunday’s all-important front garden reveal. After three gruelling months of construction chaos, late nights and emotional meltdowns, every decision now counts.

Robby and Mat’s $34,000 Headache

Over at House 5, Robby and Mat are knee-deep in what might be the most stressful financial situation of the season. Their landscaper Paal has hit them with an additional $34,000 bill for “unforeseen engineering work,” a figure that wipes out almost half of their original $70,000 landscaping budget.

In disbelief, the boys take the issue to Foreman Dan, who gives them a tough reality check after combing through the bill.

“He never took the time to read it all, open up the attached documents and fully understand what he had to do,” Dan tells them.

“I think that $11,000 one is on him for not taking the time to read the plans and understand what was required.”

It turns out that the hefty cost blowout is largely due to missed inspections — work that had to be ripped up and redone. Even if Paal agreed to halve that amount, Mat and Robby admit they’ve got no funds left to pay him.

That leads to a tense sit-down between the pair and Paal and his wife and business partner, Carmen, to hash things out.

“At the end of the day, Mat and I, we don’t have the money. Full stop. We’ve got maybe five grand,” Robby confesses.

Paal isn’t moved by their plea.

“I’m a small business. Do I have to take that? I don’t think it’s fair,” he responds.

But Carmen comes armed with receipts — literally. She produces printed emails and texts showing that the costs had been communicated all along.

“It was communicated clearly. I’ve got proof here. And it’s even been on camera,” Paal insists.

Realising they’re cornered, the boys decide to cut back on materials, cancel their plant orders and use their own labour to keep the job moving.

“Being in this situation we feel like we’re letting Paal down, which is not either of our intent or what we’re about,” Mat says.

“We feel like shit we don’t have the money to give him for what he’s wanting or expecting.”

Despite the tension, Paal agrees to complete the front yard, but time and budget remain their worst enemies.

Britt and Taz’s Hilarious Garage Door Prank

Across the street, Britt and Taz are taking a very different approach to the stress. Between painting, planting and panicking, they’ve found time for a practical joke that’s left the entire site in stitches — and a few people in disbelief.

Working with Grafico, the pair cover their entire garage door with a life-sized portrait of themselves, turning the front of their home into what looks like a shrine to self-admiration. The reveal leaves Foreman Dan utterly horrified.

“Oh my god, no,” he gasps. “That has knocked them out of the competition.”

The prank, of course, is hiding the real garage door beneath — an Indigenous artwork they’ve commissioned for the finale. But they’re keeping it under wraps to prevent anyone from copying their idea.

“It’s believable if you think we’re flogs,” Taz jokes.

The other teams buy it completely. Alicia, pretending to support the bizarre “artwork,” tells them it looks fantastic — before secretly admitting to Mat that she only said that to sabotage their chances of winning the week.

Meanwhile, Taz finally wakes up in time to see their garage door installed, accidentally calls Dan “Dad” in his sleepy haze, and somehow avoids punishment for missing the morning pre-start meeting. Dan, or “Foredaddy” as Taz now calls him, decides to let it slide — perhaps proof that even the toughest foreman goes soft during finale week.

Han and Can’s Zen Garden Meltdown

Over at House 2, Han and Can are facing their own version of renovation hell. Their landscaper Christian has taken the “Zen” concept of their garden design a little too literally, working at a pace that’s anything but urgent. As the other teams lay turf and plant trees, House 2’s yard remains a dirt pit.

“We love Christian. He is such a visionary. He’s a creative, but he moves at his own pace. What is the plan?” Can asks, visibly anxious.

To make matters worse, Han has become fixated on adding a sauna next to their backyard cabana — even though that part of the build was judged weeks ago and their budget can’t support it.

That’s when Han’s dad Lee steps in, taking over as the day’s resident voice of reason.

“Let’s just start rational and keep calm,” he says.

“What you’ve got to think about is your priority is your front garden, that’s where you should focus.”

Can could not agree more — and somehow manages not to shout “Hallelujah.”

Scotty’s Emotional Surprise

Back on site, there’s a rare moment of emotion amid the chaos. The contestants band together to surprise Scott Cam with his very own portable Wood-Mizer — a heartfelt gift to thank him for another gruelling season of guidance, hard truths and endless dad jokes. The usually tough-as-nails host looks visibly touched as the teams gather around.

It’s a touching reminder that, for all the tears and tantrums, there’s still plenty of camaraderie left in the final days.

Alicia and Sonny Regain Their Spark

In House 4, Sonny and Alicia are back in the game after a short break from the site. The time away — and a long-overdue shower — has done wonders for both of them. Sonny’s fresh hair and Alicia’s renewed spirits mark a turning point after her tearful birthday. With only a few days left, the pair are upbeat, determined and ready to fight for one last win.

Three Days and Counting

As the sun sets over the foggy Melbourne skyline, the exhaustion is etched on every face. Paint brushes are flying, tempers are fraying, and wallets are empty — but no one’s giving up.

“They need a front yard to sell the home. You don’t have a front yard, or if it’s left like this, they’re not going to win The Block. They might not even sell,” Dan warns.

With just three days until final judging, the contestants are fighting fatigue and frustration in equal measure. There’s still plenty of chaos ahead — from inspection dramas to last-minute surprises — before Scotty Cam declares the final winners of The Block 2025.

TV Fans React to The Block’s Final Week Drama

The Block’s Tuesday night episode stirred plenty of chatter online as viewers weighed in on the emotional highs, financial lows and fiery personality clashes dominating the final week of the season. While some praised the contestants’ endurance, others weren’t holding back with their frustrations.

Many viewers were quick to criticise Sonny and Alicia, saying their competitive streak had crossed into pettiness. Comments accused the pair of “wishing bad” on Britt and Taz, calling it “a miserable way to play the game”. Others said the couple’s sarcastic humour had worn thin, labelling their banter “mean-spirited” and “narcissistic”. Still, a smaller camp defended them as “real, blunt and misunderstood,” arguing that their dry wit was being unfairly edited to look worse than it really was.

The heated debate extended to Han and Can, who again split opinion. One viewer called Han “a spoilt, entitled brat” after seeing her turn to her father for guidance instead of her partner, while another said Can’s patience deserved a medal. Yet several fans confessed that despite the chaos, the couple had “grown on them” and that their dynamic was “weird but somehow working.” Others simply found their constant bickering exhausting, with one remarking, “It’s her day every day, Han.”

Robby and Mat’s landscaping disaster also got fans fired up. Some sympathised, calling the $34,000 bill “a joke” and demanding Foreman Dan step in to mediate. Others sided with Paal, saying, “He sent the messages — they just didn’t read them.” A few pointed out that The Block’s production limits might make the landscaper’s costs look worse than they were, while another wrote, “If they work without approvals, they take the risk. That’s business.”

Meanwhile, Britt and Taz’s garage door prank had audiences howling — and cringing. Viewers loved seeing Dan’s horrified reaction but were divided over the joke itself. “It’s funny but tacky,” one wrote, while another said, “I’d never want faces on my garage door.” Some praised the creativity, calling it “genius marketing for Grafico,” while a few confessed they “can’t wait to see the judges’ faces when the real artwork is revealed.”

Fans were equally vocal about Scott Cam’s emotional Wood-Mizer gift moment. Some called it “a touching gesture that showed real heart,” while others dismissed it as “an obvious sponsor plug dressed up as a thank-you.” A handful even joked, “What’s next, a $50 BWS voucher for the runners-up?” The segment’s use of sentimental music also divided opinions — one fan said it “felt like a funeral,” while another laughed, “Scotty’s not dying; he’s just off for a Bunnings snag.”

Not everyone was impressed with how the show balanced emotion and action in its final week. Several viewers complained that “too much time was spent on feelings instead of building,” with one joking, “Tomorrow they’ll be making friendship bracelets instead of furniture.” Others pushed back, saying this softer side was “what makes the finale feel special” after months of stress and competition.

Amid the arguments, some fans highlighted the humour that makes the show what it is. Taz’s slip-up calling Dan “Dad” was widely quoted as the night’s funniest moment, and one viewer summed it up perfectly: “It’s the last week — everyone’s too tired to care!” Whether laughing, rolling their eyes or getting emotional, audiences agreed on one thing — The Block’s final stretch is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable and entertaining in years.