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Peter Everett

Peter Everett is an best known for hosting the Network Ten cooking competition series from 2006 to 2011. The program, an adaptation of the British format, featured teams of home cooks competing to prepare dishes using mystery ingredients within a 20-minute time limit, with Everett's energetic and humorous style earning the show multiple Logie Award nominations during his tenure. Prior to Ready Steady Cook, Everett appeared in various television roles in the late and early , building a reputation as a versatile on-screen personality in and programming. Following his departure from the show in 2011—reportedly due to production decisions—Everett continued in media through guest spots and smaller projects, including a on Adam & Poh's Great Australian Bites in 2023, where he explored regional alongside chefs and . In July 2025, Everett, aged 66, was arrested and charged with one count of sexually touching a 16-year-old boy without consent at his home on the Central Coast; he spent a night in custody before being granted and pleaded not guilty during his initial appearance. In September 2025, a hearing at Toukley Local Court adjourned the case to a full hearing in June 2026, with the matter ongoing as of 2025.

Early life

Upbringing in

Peter Everett was born c. 1959 in Charleville, a small rural town in western , . Details about his parents and any siblings remain limited in , with little documented about his background. Everett spent his in this remote outback community. He relocated to during his .

Relocations and early adulthood

During his adolescence, Peter Everett relocated from the rural town of Charleville in to . Following his time in , Everett lived in the United States and . In early adulthood, Everett returned to and settled in , where he managed the Queen Street Brasserie.

Television career

Interior design and home improvement shows (1998–2005)

Peter Everett made his television debut in 1998 as an interior designer on the Nine Network's Australian adaptation of , a home makeover series where neighboring homeowners swapped houses and redesigned each other's rooms with a limited budget of $1,500 over two days. Collaborating with host Suzie Wilks, handyman James Lunday, and fellow designers, Everett contributed creative concepts and styling expertise to transform ordinary spaces into bold, often controversial makeovers that emphasized color, texture, and functionality. The show's format, inspired by the British original, ran until 2005 and helped establish Everett as a recognizable figure in Australian lifestyle programming. Building on this success, Everett co-hosted Renovation Rescue in 2004–2005, a high-energy series on the that featured teams of tradespeople overhauling rundown properties in just two days, often surprising absent homeowners upon their return. Teaming up with hosts and , Everett offered practical advice on interior styling, color schemes, and space optimization to rescue flawed renovations and enhance livability. The program highlighted dramatic reveals and homeowner reactions, underscoring Everett's role in blending design aesthetics with renovation logistics. Everett further expanded his on-screen presence by hosting Amazing Homes, a Nine Network showcase of innovative Australian residences that explored cutting-edge , sustainable features, and luxurious from around the country. Through guided tours and interviews, he spotlighted unique elements, such as eco-friendly materials and multifunctional spaces, inspiring viewers with examples of contemporary home innovation. In 2005, Everett stepped into a different arena as a contestant on the Nine Network's Skating on Thin Ice, a short-lived celebrity reality competition where participants trained in to perform alongside characters, with proceeds benefiting charity.

Ready Steady Cook (2006–2011)

In January 2006, Peter Everett replaced Nick Stratford as host of the Australian adaptation of on Network Ten, coinciding with the network's revamp of its daytime schedule. This transition marked Everett's shift from lifestyle programming to culinary entertainment, leveraging his prior on-screen charisma to inject fresh energy into the show. The program's format centered on high-energy, timed cooking competitions between two teams: the Red Tomato team and the Green team. Each team paired a with an audience participant serving as the home cook, tasked with creating an , , and from a mystery bag of four to five ingredients within a strict 20-minute limit. The host facilitated the chaos with rapid-fire banter, while a studio audience voted on the winning dishes based on creativity, taste, and presentation, often incorporating additional challenges like using pantry staples or surprise add-ins. Under Everett's five-year tenure, revitalized Network Ten's daytime lineup, significantly boosting ratings and becoming a staple of Australian television. The show aired over 1,000 episodes in its original run from 2005 to 2013, with Everett presiding over more than 600 during his time, and earned four consecutive Logie Award nominations for Most Popular Lifestyle Program from 2009 to 2012—a milestone for . Everett departed the series in June 2011, succeeded by comedian as part of broader production and network shifts aimed at refreshing the format. The later confirmed the decision was to "move on" after Everett's successful run, though it sparked some viewer backlash.

Later television appearances (2012–present)

Following the conclusion of his hosting stint on , Peter Everett's television presence became more sporadic, shifting toward reality competition formats and guest roles in food-centric programming. In 2013, he competed as a contestant on season 3 of on the , where he participated in team s aimed at raising funds for various charities, including a notable laundry-themed task that generated a record amount for the cause. Everett was eliminated early in the season after serving as for his team, the Fabulous, in a marketing . Everett made a guest appearance in 2023 on the SBS Food series Adam & Poh's Great Australian Bites, hosted by chefs and , where he featured as a television personality sharing insights on Australian culinary traditions during their exploration of regional foods. This role highlighted his ongoing connection to food media, albeit in a supporting capacity. In an effort to revive his on-screen career, Everett developed and promoted a pilot episode for a new show titled Eat With Pete around 2022, focusing on casual dining experiences and cooking demonstrations. The project, pitched as a return to his roots in accessible food entertainment, was shared through industry channels but has not yet led to a full series commission as of 2025.

Personal life and later years

Private life and relationships

Peter Everett has maintained a notably private personal life, with no publicly confirmed details regarding a , long-term , or children emerging in media reports or interviews over the course of his public career. This discretion aligns with his pattern of limited personal disclosures, focusing instead on professional endeavors while keeping familial matters shielded from scrutiny. His early relocations from to various international locations, including the and , before settling in , appear to have fostered an independent lifestyle that extended to his personal sphere. In terms of residence, Everett purchased a home in the Sydney suburb of Redfern in 2004, where he lived for several years before selling the property in 2012 for approximately AUD 1.4 million. This transaction marked a notable chapter in his Sydney-based life, reflecting changes in his personal circumstances during that period.

Financial challenges and recent activities

In 2022, Peter Everett faced significant financial hardship following the decline of his television career, leading him to auction off personal possessions such as and memorabilia to cover living expenses. He described the situation as a necessity "to survive," exacerbated by the economic impacts of the on entertainment work. This period of difficulty prompted Everett to downsize, having sold his property in Redfern in 2012, after which he relocated to the quieter town of Toukley on the Central Coast. There, he has adopted a more modest lifestyle, residing in a local home amid the region's coastal setting. In recent years, Everett has turned to social media to maintain connections with fans, particularly through his Instagram account (@petereverettau), where he shares content centered on culinary tips, lifestyle reflections, and personal updates. A key endeavor has been the development of the independent pilot project Eat With Pete in 2022, produced with former Ready Steady Cook colleagues, which explores food and entertaining in a casual format outside mainstream television. These activities represent his efforts to sustain creative output and public engagement independently.

2025 legal proceedings

On July 26, 2025, Peter Everett was arrested at his home in Toukley, , by officers from the Tuggerah Lakes Police District and charged with one count of sexual touching without consent involving a 16-year-old boy. The alleged incident occurred on July 25, 2025, at the same residence. Everett appeared in Wyong Local Court on July 27, 2025, where he spent one night in custody before being granted conditional bail. During the hearing, he entered a plea of not guilty to the charge. The matter was adjourned, with a further hearing on September 3, 2025, in Wyong Local Court, where it was set down for a one-day hearing on June 16, 2026. In a public statement following his release, Everett denied the allegations, describing himself as "shocked and devastated" by the charges. As of November 2025, the case remains ongoing, with no further court outcomes reported.

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