Jacqui Burfoot and Clint Rice didn’t find love on Married at First Sight Australia — but they found it anyway, just not with their assigned partners. Nearly two years after the show wrapped, the couple is preparing for a real wedding, having moved states, weathered breakup rumors, and quietly built one of the most durable post-MAFS success stories around. Here’s where they stand and what actually happened.

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Relationship Status: Still together · Wedding Plans: April 2026 save the date · Recent Move: Queensland February 2026 · Jacqui Profession: Lawyer and entrepreneur · Clint Profiles: @clintjrice @pinnedgolf.ausnz

The key facts below draw from multiple sources including The Tab, Now To Love, and New Idea.

Detail Value
Jacqui Full Name Jacqui Burfoot
Clint Full Name Clint Rice
Jacqui Instagram @jacqui.burfoot
Reddit Update r/MAFS_AU discussion
Wedding Month April 2026

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • Engaged and planning a real wedding in New Zealand, April 2026 (New Idea)
  • Relocated from Tasmania to Queensland in early 2026 (Now To Love)
  • Break-up rumors in October 2025 publicly debunked on Instagram (The Tab)
2What’s unclear
  • Whether Ryan Donnelly actually filed a lawsuit against Jacqui — no court records confirmed in available sources (The Tab)
  • Exact date of Clint’s Tasmania home sale and final price achieved (The Tab)
  • Whether the couple’s stated baby names (Liveily, Rio) are firm or aspirational (The Tab)
3Timeline signal
  • February 2025: Jacqui moved into Clint’s Tasmania home (The Tab)
  • April 2025: Went public at MAFS Reunion, Clint proposed that night (New Idea)
  • April/May 2026: Wedding in New Zealand, business resumes April 25 (New Idea)
4What’s next
  • New Zealand wedding in late April 2026 with possible ceremonies also in Tasmania and South of France
  • Jacqui’s jewellery brand Jacqueline Lee Jewellery to reopen orders after wedding week
  • Potential move to Queensland permanently as Clint’s Tasmania property sells

Three months of post-show dating led to an engagement, a Queensland relocation, and a planned 2026 wedding — Jacqui and Clint are charting a distinctive path in MAFS history.

Are Clint and Jacqui still together?

Yes — and they’ve made it unmistakably clear. When break-up rumors surfaced around October 2025, Jacqui responded directly on her Instagram Stories with a blunt rebuttal: “It’s not true – the media is broken – don’t believe a word ever.” (The Tab) Clint doubled down in a comment shortly after: “We clearly haven’t and never have. We were having dinner discussing wedding plans on holiday when we got sent it.” (The Tab)

Relationship updates from social media

The couple appears most active on Instagram, where they’ve posted beach videos, travel snapshots, and wedding prep content throughout 2025 and into 2026. Their engagement announcement came at a MAFS fan event in April 2025, with Clint reportedly taking the microphone at a watch-along party to propose the same night the Reunion episode aired. (Cosmopolitan UK)

Anniversary celebrations

Jacqui’s native Queenstown, New Zealand roots and Clint’s Tasmanian base have kept their relationship mobile — they’ve been traveling and working while planning. In a September 2025 interview with Mamamia, Jacqui said they hadn’t locked in a venue yet because they were “too busy travelling, working and enjoying our engagement.” (The Tab) The couple has since confirmed an April 2026 date in New Zealand.

Bottom line: Clint and Jacqui have stayed together through public scrutiny and tabloid rumors, with both partners responding directly when needed. Their relationship is currently the strongest confirmed among MAFS 2025 couples.

Where are Jacqui and Clint from MAFS now?

The couple has been actively relocating and consolidating their lives. Jacqui moved into Clint’s house in Tasmania around February 2025, according to The Tab. Clint’s three-bedroom resort-like property outside Launceston was subsequently listed for sale at $2.95M–$3.2M as the couple prepared to move to Queensland in early 2026. (Now To Love)

Move to Queensland

The Queensland relocation appears designed to establish a more permanent base. With Clint’s Tasmanian property on the market, the couple is transitioning eastward — a move that aligns with their stated plans to settle somewhere more centralized ahead of the wedding. (Now To Love)

Wedding preparations

Jacqui was spotted in Sydney in April/May 2026 carrying a Moira Hughes garment bag, fueling speculation about bridal preparations. (New Idea) Her jewellery business Jacqueline Lee Jewellery posted a now-deleted announcement reading “F*** it, we’re getting married… See you all soon when I’m a Mrs Jacqueline Lee Rice” before closing orders for a week. (New Idea) The business is set to resume on April 25, 2026 — suggesting the wedding occurs in the preceding days. (New Idea)

Social media presence

The couple maintains active profiles: Jacqui on @jacqui.burfoot, Clint on @clintjrice with a golf business account at @pinnedgolf.ausnz. Their posts have consistently shown them together, with wedding planning content replacing earlier travel and lifestyle posts. (Capsule NZ)

The upshot

Jacqui and Clint have been systematically building a joint life — property sale, interstate move, shared business, wedding date — rather than just posting relationship content. For viewers watching from outside Australia, the Queensland move means their day-to-day is less visible on local news cycles.

Is Jacqui pregnant from MAFS?

There is no confirmed evidence that Jacqui is currently pregnant. What exists in the public record are statements from the couple about future family plans and a list of what they say they would name their children.

Baby name reveals

According to The Tab, Clint and Jacqui have said they plan to name future children Liveily Rice and Rio Rice. These names emerged in casual social media content rather than formal announcements, and their status as firm commitments versus playful speculation remains unclear. (The Tab)

MAFS stars with babies

The broader MAFS cast has seen several couples announce pregnancies over the years, making any pregnancy rumor among current contestants a common topic in fan communities. However, no credible source has confirmed a pregnancy for Jacqui in 2025 or 2026. (Cosmopolitan UK)

What to watch

Jacqui and Clint have said they want a big family but not immediately after the wedding. The April 2026 ceremony will likely be followed by a period before any pregnancy news — if it comes. Fan speculation about baby names is not the same as confirmed news.

Why has Ryan taken Jacqui to court?

The publicly available sources do not contain confirmed details about a lawsuit filed by Ryan Donnelly against Jacqui Burfoot. The Tab notes there are “no confirmed details” on any such legal action in their reporting.

Legal battle explained

Jacqui was originally matched with Ryan Donnelly during MAFS Australia Season 12 in 2025. (Cosmopolitan UK) The two had a contentious on-screen relationship that ended when Jacqui connected with Clint post-show. Any legal proceeding between them — whether a civil dispute, restraining order, or other court action — has not been independently verified in available news coverage.

AVO resolution

Some community discussion on Reddit and fan forums has referenced an AVO (Apprehended Violence Order) matter, but these posts cannot be independently verified and appear to lack corroboration from established news outlets. (r/MAFS_AU discussion) No court records, police statements, or legal filings have surfaced in mainstream coverage as of this article’s publication.

The catch

Fan-sourced rumors about legal disputes can circulate widely without verification. Without court documents or statements from legal representatives, any claim about a lawsuit between Ryan and Jacqui remains unsubstantiated. Readers should treat unverified fan reports with skepticism and look for confirmation from credible news sources before drawing conclusions.

Is Jacqui from MAFS actually a lawyer?

Based on available evidence, Jacqui Burfoot appears to have a legal background, though the specifics of her current practice status are not fully documented in public sources.

Career background

Jacqui has described herself directly: “Obviously I’m a lawyer, I am educated.” (The Tab) She is also from Queenstown, New Zealand, and her career in law predates her MAFS appearance. The public record does not include her specific law school credentials, bar registration details, or current practicing status — those details remain private.

Post-MAFS ventures

Jacqui has pivoted significantly toward entrepreneurship since the show. Her jewellery brand, Jacqueline Lee Jewellery, operates as her primary public-facing business. (New Idea) The brand has posted wedding-related content and has announced closures around major personal events — typical behavior for a solo operator managing both a business and a major life change.

“First of all, the wedding [on MAFS] wasn’t real. But this time, it’s with a man I truly love and I want to marry.”

— Jacqui Burfoot, New Idea

The trade-off

Jacqui’s legal background gives her credibility with fans who value professional accomplishment in reality TV participants. But it’s her jewellery business and relationship content that generate her current public presence — a shift from law to lifestyle entrepreneur that reflects how MAFS contestants typically monetize their post-show visibility.

Jacqui and Clint MAFS: Timeline

Five key moments define how Jacqui and Clint went from show strangers to engaged partners preparing for a real wedding.

  • MAFS Australia Season 12 (2025): Jacqui matched with Ryan Donnelly; Clint matched with Lauren Hall after her failed marriage to Eliot Donavan. (Cosmopolitan UK)
  • Post-MAFS connection (2025): Jacqui and Clint met after filming ended and began dating.
  • April 2025 Reunion: Couple went public at the MAFS Reunion Dinner Party. (New Idea) Clint proposed that same night at a fan watch-along event. (The Tab)
  • February 2025 onward: Jacqui moved into Clint’s Tasmania home. (The Tab)
  • October 2025: Break-up rumors debunked via Instagram Stories and comments. (The Tab)
  • Early 2026: Clint’s Tasmania home listed for sale at $2.95M–$3.2M; couple relocates to Queensland. (Now To Love)
  • April 2026: Wedding in New Zealand; Jacqueline Lee Jewellery closes and reopens April 25. (New Idea)
The pattern

Most MAFS 2025 couples split after the show ended — possibly Rhi and Jeff being the exception. (Cosmopolitan UK) Jacqui and Clint’s trajectory stands out for its stability: no major publicized conflicts, consistent social media presence together, and concrete life-planning steps (property, relocation, wedding date).

Confirmed vs. Unclear

Sorting fact from speculation helps readers understand what’s solid ground versus fan community noise.

Confirmed

  • Still together and engaged as of April 2026
  • Wedding planned for late April 2026 in New Zealand
  • Relocated from Tasmania to Queensland
  • Clint’s property listed for sale at $2.95M–$3.2M
  • Jacqui runs Jacqueline Lee Jewellery business
  • Break-up rumors in October 2025 were publicly debunked
  • Clint proposed at MAFS Reunion watch-along in April 2025

Unclear

  • Whether Ryan Donnelly actually filed any lawsuit — no court records confirmed
  • Whether baby names (Liveily, Rio) are firm or casual aspiration
  • Exact sale price when Clint’s Tasmania home sells
  • Current status of any AVO or legal matter between Jacqui and Ryan
  • Whether ceremonies will also happen in Tasmania or South of France

“We clearly haven’t and never have. We were having dinner discussing wedding plans on holiday when we got sent it.”

— Clint Rice, The Tab

“Rumour has it we’re getting married this year 💜🌻✨”

— Jacqui Burfoot, Capsule NZ

Summary

Jacqui Burfoot and Clint Rice have emerged as one of MAFS Australia’s more stable post-show couples — engaged after five months of dating, relocated from Tasmania to Queensland, planning a late February 2025 wedding in New Zealand with their jewellery and golf businesses in tow. Break-up rumors from October 2025 were dismissed directly by both partners on Instagram, and their public relationship timeline shows consistent movement toward a shared life rather than performative couple content. The one significant gap is the rumored legal dispute with Ryan Donnelly, which lacks confirmed documentation in available public sources — fans should watch for verified court records or official statements before treating any lawsuit claims as fact. For Australian and New Zealand viewers, the move to Queensland means Jacqui and Clint’s day-to-day will likely receive less coverage from local outlets as they settle into married life after the April 2026 ceremony.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Jacqui and Clint MAFS Instagram?

Jacqui is on Instagram as @jacqui.burfoot. Clint maintains @clintjrice and a golf business account at @pinnedgolf.ausnz.

What is the Jacqui and Clint MAFS age gap?

Public sources do not include confirmed age details for either Jacqui Burfoot or Clint Rice. The exact age gap, if any, has not been reported by established news outlets.

Jacqui and Clint MAFS wedding details?

The wedding is scheduled for late April 2026 in New Zealand. Jacqueline Lee Jewellery posted that business would resume on April 25, 2026, indicating the ceremony occurs in the preceding days. Possible additional ceremonies in Tasmania and South of France have been discussed but not confirmed.

Do Jacqui and Clint from MAFS have a business?

Yes. Jacqui runs Jacqueline Lee Jewellery, her jewellery brand. Clint is a professional golfer and businessman with a presence at Pinned Golf AUS/NZ.

Who was the worst couple on Married at First Sight?

This is subjective and varies by fan opinion. Among MAFS 2025 couples, several pairings generated controversy, but the show doesn’t rank couples as “worst” — that framing comes from fan discussions and social media, not from the show itself.

Are Carina and Paul from MAFS Australia still together?

Carina and Paul’s post-show status is separate from Jacqui and Clint’s story. Readers interested in their current status should check dedicated coverage — this article focuses on the Jacqui and Clint storyline specifically.

Are Jeff and Rhi still together?

Jeff and Rhi are frequently mentioned as potentially the only MAFS 2025 couple still together besides Jacqui and Clint, according to Cosmopolitan UK. However, their current status should be verified through dedicated reporting.