Emma Pritchard

As audiences across the country tuned in to watch Million Dollar Island this week, a new reality show on Channel 7 where 100 contestants must rely on their wit, strength, and survival skills for the chance to win a life changing $1 million fortune, Clarence Valley residents may have noticed a familiar face among them.

Breanna Jackson may have initially joked with her husband Joe that she would be appearing on the program when casting calls were first advertised several months ago, but after submitting her application, and being accepted as a participant, the Clarenza local, lawyer, and mum of three revealed she is excited to watch her journey unfold on the TV screen alongside her family and friends.

On Million Dollar Island, Ms Jackson and her fellow contestants begin their quests with a bracelet worth $10000 each.

By competing in a number of challenges, they can gain or lose their bracelets, as well as receive them from other contestants.

When a contestant decides to leave Million Dollar Island, they must hand over their bracelet, or bracelets, to another competitor.

At the end of the series, remaining contestants will have the option of cashing in their bracelets, or risk losing everything during the finale.

While she respectfully remains coy about her experience on the show, which was filmed on a remote island near Malaysia, Ms Jackson said the hardest part was being separated from her children, Leah, 11, Hermione, 2, and 10-month-old Johnny.

And her husband.

“He was worried about being left alone with our children while I was away,” she revealed.

“It was also the first time I had been away from my youngest child, and that really pulled at my heartstrings, but I wanted to go on Million Dollar Island to show my children that I am strong, they are strong, and if you want to do something, don’t let anything hold you back.”

A self-confessed avid camper who loves fishing and being outdoors, Ms Jackson said she has never done anything similar to her adventure on Million Dollar Island before, describing it as an eye-opening experience.

“We (contestants) were all on the island together with very basic equipment, and we had to rely on our individual skillsets,” she said.

“It was very interesting to meet so many different people, and it all still feels surreal to see my face on TV.

“I hope everyone enjoys watching me on Million Dollar Island, and people can draw inspiration from my experience.