Farmer Zac Kuiper entered Farmer Wants A Wife 2026 as one of the season’s youngest hopefuls. The now-25-year-old apple farmer from South Australia won over fans with his sporty energy and family values.
By the end, Zac found himself torn between two very different connections: flight attendant Mieke, with whom he shared a “spark”, and medical receptionist Maya, whose bond with him built gradually. Zac spent much of the season admitting he didn’t know which type of connection was more likely to last – but it was Maya who ultimately won his heart in the finale.
Farmer Zac and Maya’s love story on Farmer Wants A Wife
Zac and Maya’s connection was a slow burn from the start, with Zac openly favouring the idea of building a friendship before diving into romance. That approach paid off and it was Maya’s steady presence he kept coming back to.
Zac was torn between the two women right up until the family visits and final dates. He even admitted to Mieke’s family that the “spark” between them was undeniable, but ultimately told her he had to follow what he thought was best for his future.
As for Maya, the turning point came when she confessed she’d considered leaving the experience. “When you expressed your feelings about potentially leaving and going home, it was in that moment that I truly realised how close I was to losing you,” Zac told her during his final decision. “You were someone that I absolutely wanted to fight for… I am absolutely falling for you, and I can’t wait to be on this journey with you.”
Maya was overwhelmed by the moment, telling producers she was “falling in love with him.” “I feel over the moon,” she added.
Are Farmer Zac and Maya still together?
In a chat with New Idea, Zac and Maya confirmed they’re still together – navigating long-distance, with Maya in Melbourne and Zac on his Adelaide Hills orchard.
“Long-distance is definitely not easy,” Maya says. “We FaceTime every day pretty much… [and] we have written each other a few letters too.”
They’re hoping the distance is temporary, with the pair already discussing moving in together within the next year. “It’s always been on the table,” Zac says. “We just didn’t want to rush into anything.”
And yes – marriage is on the cards. “I know Maya wants a two-carat natural diamond; let’s just say that,” Zac teases, while Maya admits she’s already sent him “multiple inspirations” for engagement rings. Still, neither is in a rush. “I think it’ll happen when it needs to happen,” Maya says.
The couple have also hit major family milestones, with Zac attending his twin sister’s wedding with Maya as his date, and spending Christmas with Maya’s family of “50 relatives.” Their favourite moment since filming? Celebrating Maya’s birthday together at the Hot Springs.
With engagement talk, moving-in plans and both families fully on board, it’s safe to say Farmer Zac and Maya have gone the distance.
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