Aussie soap Neighbours unleashes first gay love triangle - and it’s juicier than a Ramsay Street BBQ

Iconic Australian soap opera Neighbours has made headlines once again - this time by introducing its first-ever gay love triangle, a bold move that has thrilled fans and marked a new milestone in LGBTQ+ representation on Aussie television.

Long celebrated for its dramatic romances and tight-knit community dynamics on Ramsay Street, Neighbours has taken a progressive leap with this storyline. The new plot twist builds on the show’s history of breaking boundaries, following its historic 2018 broadcast of Australia’s first on-screen same-sex wedding.

Now, seven years later, Neighbours continues to champion inclusivity with a storyline that places queer love at the heart of its narrative. The love triangle revolves around Aaron Brennan (played by Matt Wilson), who is navigating life and love after the tragic loss of his husband, David Tanaka (Takaya Honda).

As Aaron re-enters the dating world, he finds himself caught between two former flames - Rhett Norman and Colton Keys - both vying for his affection. The tension escalates during a yoga class, where flirtation turns competitive. Amid downward dogs and dramatic push-ups, the trio’s session becomes a playful yet intense battle for Aaron’s heart.

With guidance from friend Nicolette Stone (Hannah Monson), Aaron makes an unconventional choice: he decides to date both men simultaneously. The storyline not only adds spice to the show’s final season but also offers a refreshing portrayal of queer relationships - complex, joyful, and unapologetically authentic.

Cast and Fans Applaud the Bold Narrative

Actor Liam Maguire shared his enthusiasm in an interview with Yahoo Lifestyle, saying, “Reading the scripts, I kept finding myself laughing. That felt like the most progressive thing—the storyline is confidently queer, funny, and playful because the characters are so comfortable in their identities.”

Jakob Ambrose echoed the sentiment, noting, “We were given the chance to portray queer characters in a fun, messy, and honest way. It’s not overly reverent or sanitized.”

Ambrose added, “It’s important that all our colours are seen on screen - the happy endings, but also the chaos it sometimes takes to get there. Competing with Liam has been the best kind of challenge.”

The Neighbours fandom is in full debate mode. Are you #TeamRhett? #TeamColton? Or #TeamWhyNotBoth? Social media is ablaze with hot takes, with one fan declaring, “Rhett all the way!” while another insists, “Colton!! Rhett’s a walking red flag in gym shorts.”

But the most popular sentiment? “Let him choose both.” Honestly, it’s the polyamorous plot twist we deserve.

A Fabulous Finale on the Horizon

Sadly, this spicy storyline comes just as Neighbours prepares to bow out in December. But if this love triangle is any indication, the show plans to go out with a glittery, rainbow-coloured bang.

As one fan put it: “The series is ending. Go out in style and let him choose both.” Amen.