It was finally confirmed on Monday after weeks of speculation.
And sparks are sure to fly on the set of Bachelor In Paradise, with former lovers and rivals set to be reunited.
As rumours continue to swirl about potential contestants, Daily Mail Australia takes a look at what could happen on the first season of the sizzling show.
A contestant? Nikki Gogan is widely tipped to appear in Bachelor in Paradise and was reportedly seen filming a promo for the show at Sydney’s Palm Beach last month
Nikki Gogan
Nikki Gogan is widely tipped to appear in Bachelor in Paradise and was reportedly seen filming a promo for the show at Sydney’s Palm Beach last month.
If the rumours are true, the lovable real estate agent would likely play peacemaker between any female contestants, and could find herself the centre of male attention.
The show would give her the chance to rekindle her romance with Richie Strahan, who broke up with Alex Nation earlier this year and is also tipped to star.
The down to earth country girl could also likely find herself pursued by another country-based contestant, Sasha Mielczarek, who last month told News Corp he was looking for a normal girl.
Would they get back together? The show would give her the chance to rekindle her romance with Richie Strahan, who broke up with Alex Nation earlier this year and is also tipped to star
Another shot at love? Unlucky in love Richie is also being touted as a possible Bachelor in Paradise candidate, after his short lived romance with Alex ended
Richie Strahan
Unlucky in love Richie is also being touted as a possible Bachelor in Paradise candidate, after his short lived romance with Alex ended when she went public kissing her new girlfriend, Maegan Luxa.
It’s likely Richie would try and reunite with Nikki, who was the favourite to win last year’s season of the Bachelor.
But Richie, who makes no secret about his penchant for blondes, could also find himself drawn to another fair haired potential contestant, busty Simone Ormesher.
Trying to win Nikki: It’s likely Richie would try and reunite with Nikki, who was the favourite to win last year’s season of the Bachelor
Likes the drama: If a contestant, Bachelor ‘villain’ Keira would likely find herself the centre of any fighting between female stars
Keira Maguire
If a contestant, Bachelor ‘villain’ Keira would likely find herself the centre of any fighting between female stars.
She would also likely try and score a summer romance with one of the male contestants, after unsuccessfully trying to hook up with male model Kris Smith during her stint on I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out Of Here! earlier this year.
It’s possible Keira could find herself drawn to Michael Turnbull if he also appears on the show.
The two share a love of flashy designer labels and were photographed sharing a flirty embrace on the red carpet last November.
Future romance? It’s possible Keira could find herself drawn to Michael Turnbull if he also appears on the show
Cheeky contestant: The feisty brunette would likely try and settle her Instagram beef with Keira
Jen Hawke
The feisty brunette wouldn’t shy away from any drama between her and female contestants, and would likely try and settle her Instagram beef with Keira.
The two villains has been trading blows via social media, after Keira attacked Jen in a series of Instagram rants.
It’s also possible Jen would consider rekindling her romance with former Bachelorette contestant Jake Ellis, who she dated last year.
Back together? It’s also possible Jen would consider rekindling her romance with former Bachelorette contestant Jake Ellis
Energetic: If a part of the Bachelor In Paradise cast, sultry ‘Tahitian princess’ Elora Murger would likely push much of the action and adventure on the show
Elora Murger
If a part of the Bachelor In Paradise cast, sultry ‘Tahitian princess’ Elora Murger would likely push much of the action and adventure on the show.
The fitness fanatic could see herself the driving force behind any hikes and exploring of the tropical location, which is widely tipped to be Fiji.
The svelte personal trainer could also charm some of the boys with a free training session, perhaps introducing them to F45 workouts.
She’s got moves: The svelte personal trainer could also charm some of the boys with a free training session, perhaps introducing them to F45 workouts
Bombshell: Pretty blonde Simone would likely find herself popular with the male contestants if she went on the series
Simone Ormesher
Pretty blonde Simone would likely find herself popular with the male contestants if she went on the series.
The former topless waitress is no stranger to showing off her stunning figure in bikinis, an advantage in the tropical location.
There could also be plenty of giggles and shenanigans shared between Simone and Elora, the two women making no secret of her close bond with each other.
Busting out: The former topless waitress is no stranger to showing off her stunning figure in bikinis, an advantage in the tropical location
Back with the boys: Unlucky in love Sasha could be right at home if he takes part in Bachelor in Paradise, likely reuniting with several of his Bachelorette co-stars
Sasha Mielczarek
Unlucky in love Sasha could be right at home if he takes part in Bachelor in Paradise, likely reuniting with several of his Bachelorette co-stars, who are also tipped to star.
It’s possible single Sasha would be looking for romance and a genuine connection, with Nikki Gogan a possible match for the construction manager.
Nikki shares a similar down to earth personality with Sasha’s ex Sam Frost, and is also a blonde.
But conflict could arise if Sasha were to pursue a relationship with Nikki, given his friendship with Richie Strahan, her ex.
Similar to Sam Frost: It’s possible single Sasha would be looking for romance and a genuine connection, with Nikki Gogan a possible match
A possible relationship? The Bachelorette runner-up would likely be looking for love if he joined the show, with Keira a possible object of his affections
Michael Turnbull
The Bachelorette runner-up would likely be looking for love if he joined the show, with Keira a possible object of his affections.
There would also be a potential for conflict between Michael and Sasha, the two former love rivals bitterly fighting for Sam Frost’s affection in 2015.
Settling any beef? There would also be a potential for conflict between Michael and Sasha, the two former love rivals bitterly fighting for Sam Frost’s affection in 2015
A second shot? If former Bachelorette contestant went on the series, he could possibly find himself reuniting with former flame Jen
Jake Ellis
If former Bachelorette contestant went on the series, he could possibly find himself reuniting with former flame Jen.
The Brisbane based hunk could also find himself pursued by other women on the series.
A popular choice? The Brisbane based hunk could also find himself pursued by other women on the series