The Block judges reveal why the hit reno series will never return to Sydney

The Block's first three seasons took place in Sydney, before it moved to Melbourne for the following 13 seasons. Calling Melbourne home: According to The Block judges, Neale Whitaker, Shaynna Blaze and Darren Palmer, the hit reno show will never return to Sydney According to Shaynna, 57, not only does the city have easier access to a wider variety of homeware stores due to less traffic, but it is the perfect place to film because of the city's energy. Big move: The Block's first three seasons took place in Sydney before it moved to Melbourne for the following 13 seasons. Pictured: The Sydney site used for the second season of the show Melbourne mania: The sprawling site for upcoming season of The Block is located in the city's suburb of Brighton Darren, 42, also said that that building heritage-fronted homes with modern additions is generally easier to do in Melbourne, because of councils 'progressive approach' to planing. Unsure: The Block host Scott Cam, 57, revealed his doubts on production of the 2021 season in an interview on Monday, after the show underwent major changes amid COVID-19 And speaking to Realestate.com on Monday ahead of Sunday's premiere, host Scott Cam revealed that he was unsure about what may happen to production of the 2021 season amid Victoria's second lockdown.