Clare Hockings and Brad Jones, the couple from Farmer Wants a Wife, are engaged as they prepare to welcome their second child. Clare, 30, and Brad, 32, confirmed the news on Thursday, with Brad telling New Idea that he proposed during an intimate gathering for Clare's 30th birthday.
The couple had planned an outdoor proposal on their farm in Cootamundra, New South Wales, but heavy rain and winds ruined the vision. Brad said he shifted the moment indoors and even faked knee pain to lure Clare into their bedroom, where he popped the question in front of their 21-month-old son Roy.
Brad described the moment to New Idea, adding that the timing felt right despite the weather setback. The engagement comes as Clare and Brad continue to balance family life with a growing fan interest that followed their romance on the reality show, which first brought them together in 2023. They briefly appeared on this year’s season, during which they announced they are expecting their second child.
Clare told Yahoo Lifestyle this week that they have not yet set wedding plans, saying the idea is overwhelming and they would rather enjoy being engaged for a while while baby number two is due in the coming weeks. “We haven’t had a moment to think about a wedding yet, with baby number two due in the next few weeks,” she said. “The idea of planning a wedding is quite overwhelming, so I think we’ll just enjoy being engaged for a while.”
Engagement chatter had circulated in December 2023 after Clare posted a Christmas gallery with Brad and their newborn son Roy. A photo showed a diamond-looking ring on one hand, prompting fans to wonder if an engagement had quietly occurred. Clare promptly clarified that the photo did not show her engagement.
The couple’s news reflects a continuing public arc beyond the show, as they navigate parenthood and life in rural Australia while building a future together off-screen. The image below captures the moment of their engagement journey as reported by outlets covering the couple’s story.