The fan-favourite Italians beat mother-and-son team Caz and Fergus by a mere two points to score the $100,000 prize money.
The best friends tell New Idea they "love Australia". Both plan to use their winnings to maximise time with their families here.
Simone, 32, recently announced he is expecting a baby boy - to be named Romeo - with his partner Victoria. He says the cash will help them be in a better financial position to set up their young family in Brisbane.
This story is from the November 25, 2024 edition of New Idea.
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