Neale Whitaker

BIO

Neale Whitaker is a respected media personality and leading style guru, known for his impeccable taste and professionalism. With more than two decades of experience in the publishing industry, Neale has edited some of the most influential style bibles, including Belle and Vogue Living. He is also a beloved television personality, having served as a judge on hit renovation series The Block and co-host Love It or List It Australia. Neale began his career in the office of legendary London PR guru Lynne Franks before taking on publishing roles for high-profile British retailers such as Marks and Spencer, Debenhams, and IKEA. He also launched Food Illustrated for upmarket supermarket group Waitrose, which was praised internationally and set new standards for food publishing in the UK. After moving to Sydney in 1999, Neale edited directional interiors magazine, Marie Claire Lifestyle, and contributed to various publications, including The Sydney Morning Heralds Good Living.

SKILLS

Publishing | Styling | Journalism | Editing | Interior Design | Television Personality | Judging | Brand Ambassador Neale began his television career in 2009 when he joined the judging panel for Channel 9s TV show homeMADE. The following year, he was invited to be a permanent judge on The Block, where he has shared his advice and insights with contestants for eleven years and fifteen seasons. In 2017, Neale joined Foxtels Love It or List It Australia as co-host with Andrew Winter. The shows fourth series aired on Lifestyle in 2021. Neale also enjoys an exclusive ambassadorial role in Australia with brand partners King and Luxaflex. Neale is highly respected for his knowledge and expertise in the style industry and continues to inspire and educate audiences across various media platforms.

ACHIEVEMENTS

+ Television: Love It or List It Australia, 2017 - present (Foxtel), The Block, 2010 - present (Nine Network), homeMADE, 2009 (Nine Network) + Publishing: The Accidental Foodie 2005 + Magazine: Vogue Living 2014 - 2017, Belle 2006-2014, Good Food Australia, Marie Claire Lifestyle, Vogue Entertaining + Travel, Delicious, Food Illustrated 1998, Marks & Spencer, Ikea, Debenhams Magazine (UK) + Endorsements: King Living, Luxaflex