Neighbours Episode Guide: 1839-1863

Episode 1839
Network Ten: 28/01/1993
BBC: 01/12/1993
UK Gold: 18/11/1999

Written by Wayne Doyle
Directed by Philip East
Guest stars
Tom Merrick: Robert Essex
Alan Hunt: Norman Steiner

Summary:-
Michael's treachery lands stepmother Julie in deep water, and Benito finally finds a way to beat Jim. Stephen's attempts to build a life with Phoebe and Hope are constantly overshadowed by memories of the past. Gaby embarks on a new career - but does she really know what she is letting herself in for?

Episode 1840
Network Ten: 29/01/1993
BBC: 02/12/1993
UK Gold: 19/11/1999

Written by John Upton
Directed by Philip East
Guest stars
Bar Manager no. 2: Richard Fitzgerald
Davo: Brett Tucker

Summary:-
Phoebe and Stephen ride some rough relationship waves. Gaby makes a confession about her new job to Beth, and Doug is shocked to find out exactly what the work entails. Jim reaches a surprise decision about his future. Doug is shocked by Gaby's upfront behaviour as she goes topless in search of employment.

Episode 1841
Network Ten: 01/02/1993
BBC: 03/12/1993
UK Gold: 22/11/1999

Written by Betty Quin
Directed by Helen Gaynor
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Doug turns into a wowser and insists Gaby quits her job as a topless waitress. Jim decides it's time for a change, and Dorothy's love life hits a rocky patch. Just when Lou thinks it is time to call it quits with Annalise, she stuns him with an interesting proposal.

Episode 1842
Network Ten: 02/02/1993
BBC: 06/12/1993
UK Gold: 23/11/1999

Written by Ysabelle Dean
Directed by Helen Gaynor
Guest stars
Tom Merrick: Robert Essex

Summary:-
Annalise's shocking proposition forces Lou to make a tough decision. Michael's revenge plot reaches its final stage as his sinister net tightens around Julie. Dorothy comes up with some startling news that solves everyone's problems.

Episode 1843
Network Ten: 03/02/1993
BBC: 07/12/1993
UK Gold: 24/11/1999

Written by Ian Coughlan
Directed by Helen Gaynor
Guest stars
Tom Merrick: Robert Essex
Jordan Farnsworth: Jay McCormack
Angela Starkey: Pauline Coutts
Les Priest: Richie Akers
Bernard Seaton: Tony Porter
Nathan Starkey: Brian McLean

Summary:-
Dorothy, Toby and Bouncer bid a sad farewell to Ramsay Street. Jim and Helen are fed up with house hunters, while the cunning Michael causes stepmother Julie to doubt her sanity. Cameron hears that Eric is looking for the stolen money.

Episode 1844
Network Ten: 04/02/1993
BBC: 08/12/1993
UK Gold: 25/11/1999

Written by Adam Bowen
Directed by Helen Gaynor
Guest stars
Wayne Duncan: Jonathon Lee
Jordan Farnsworth: Jay McCormack
Eric: Brian Davison

Summary:-
Troubled teenagers Rick and Debbie receive distressing news from London, and Michael's plans for stepmother Julie are amazingly successful. Lou's sports car disappears along with Cameron's new found wealth, and Gaby is less than hospitable when she meets Helen's nephew on her first day back at the Waterhole.

Episode 1845
Network Ten: 05/02/1993
BBC: 09/12/1993
UK Gold: 26/11/1999

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by Helen Gaynor
Guest stars
Wayne Duncan: Jonathon Lee
Cliff Ritter: Ian Lawless
Greg: Peter Tzefrios

Summary:-
Debbie and Rick decide to live life to the full by setting a trap for new teacher Wayne, and The Willis family make a bizarre change to their lifestyle when their electricity is cut off. Lou discovers a way to improve his cash flow, but Annalise has a shock in store for Lou as he tries to cover up dipping his fingers in the till.

Episode 1846
Network Ten: 08/02/1993
BBC: 10/12/1993
UK Gold: 29/11/1999

Written by Helen MacWhirter
Directed by Richard Sarell
Cast List
Guest stars
Cliff Ritter: Ian Lawless

Summary:-
The Willis family gang up on Doug when he refuses to pay the electricity bill, and Lou's life falls to pieces as he faces a succession of problems. Cameron offers Annalise a place to live but is shocked by the way she offers to show her gratitude.

Episode 1847
Network Ten: 09/02/1993
BBC: 13/12/1993
UK Gold: 30/11/1999

Written by Barbara Angell
Directed by Richard Sarell
Cast List
Guest stars
Narelle: Lyn Shakespeare
Customer: Donald Hirst

Summary:-
Rick and Debbie plan to play truant and intend spend a wild day out together. Michael ingratiates himself with Julie while exploiting her unhappiness. Annalise pulls the wool over Philip's eyes when Phoebe and Stephen force her to move out.

Note: Guest stars listed in credits are incorrect

Episode 1848
Network Ten: 10/02/1993
BBC: 14/12/1993
UK Gold: 01/12/1999

Written by Ray Kolle
Directed by Richard Sarell
Cast List
Guest stars
Chauffeur: Peter Lane
Maitre'd: Ron Smith
Producer: David Cotter
News Reporter: Rene Zandveld
Hawker: Darren Mort
Fan: Tempany Deckert

Summary:-
Rick becomes an unexpected star when he and Debbie skip school to visit the film studios. Phoebe's misinterpretation of a chance remark leads Beth to make a rash decision about her relationship with Brad - much to Brad's horror. Wayne reaches a surprise decision when he catches Rick and Debbie playing truant.

Episode 1849
Network Ten: 11/02/1993
BBC: 15/12/1993
UK Gold: 02/12/1999

Written by Jeffrey Truman
Directed by Richard Sarell
Cast List
Guest stars
Mr Howard: Colin Lane
Loretta Martin: Jane Bayley

Summary:-
Brad is alarmed when Beth mistakenly thinks he has proposed marriage, and Bouncer returns to Ramsay Street. The scheming Michael tricks Julie into believing her husband Philip is having an affair with Gaby.

Episode 1850
Network Ten: 12/02/1993
BBC: 16/12/1993
UK Gold: 03/12/1999

Written by Roger Moulton
Directed by Richard Sarell
Cast List
Guest stars
Loretta Martin: Jane Bayley
Waiter: Cole Horsfall

Summary:-
Wayne pays Gaby the ultimate insult when he gives her a present and his attempt at reconciliation backfires. The past returns to haunt Philip as Michael's devious plan to drive a wedge between Philip and Julie takes a bizarre turn. Hannah discovers surprising information about Bouncer, and then has to say goodbye to some special friends.

Note: Final appearance of Bouncer

Episode 1851
Network Ten: 15/02/1993
BBC: 17/12/1993
UK Gold: 06/12/1999

Written by Chris McTrustry
Directed by Steve Mann
Cast List
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Brad presents a romantic gift to girlfriend Beth. Annalise finds herself with a lot of explaining to do after her disguise is sprung, and Debbie tries to help Rick resolve a pressing problem. Things look bad for Julie when her worst enemy forces her to drink a potentially lethal cocktail.

Episode 1852
Network Ten: 16/02/1993
BBC: 20/12/1993
UK Gold: 07/12/1999

Written by Rod Zielinski
Directed by Steve Mann
Cast List
Guest stars
Fiona Hartman: Suzanne Dudley
Customer: Donald Hirst
Tony Cochrane: David Bergin
Luke Roberts: Trent Mooney

Summary:-
Michael saves stepmother Julie from drowning, and Annalise is given an ultimatum by Lassiter's boss Philip. Brad has an enigmatic encounter on the beach. Julie makes a decision, and Rick is faced with a dilemma. Stephen takes a stand which will cost him dear.

Episode 1853
Network Ten: 17/02/1993
BBC: 21/12/1993
UK Gold: 08/12/1999

Written by Jenny Lewis
Directed by Steve Mann
Cast List
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Jim and Helen find a way to cheer Hannah up by buying her a kitten. Phoebe and Stephen face a crisis, while Helen and Cameron hatch a plot to stop Jim leaving Ramsay Street. Doug is furious when he discovers Gaby has been writing to her grandfather.

Episode 1854
Network Ten: 18/02/1993
BBC: 22/12/1993
UK Gold: 09/12/1999

Written by John Upton
Directed by Steve Mann
Cast List
Guest stars
Bert Willis: Charles (Bud) Tingwell
Mr Cross: David Hunt
Man (Charity Worker): Andrew Hicks
Mr Hobson: George Ginis

Summary:-
'Operation Jim' gets underway with the residents making Ramsay Street look anything but desirable. Doug reveals the truth about his father, and Julie finally realises she has been the victim of a malicious plot. A girl on a horse causes pandemonium.

Episode 1855
Network Ten: 19/02/1993
BBC: 23/12/1993
UK Gold: 10/12/1999

Written by Wayne Doyle
Directed by Steve Mann
Cast List
Guest stars
Bert Willis: Charles (Bud) Tingwell

Summary:-
Lauren discovers the truth about Lou, and Debbie considers calling the police when she realises the extent of Michael's treachery. Bert has a nasty turn and is forced to reveal a closely guarded secret.

Episode 1856
Network Ten: 22/02/1993
BBC: 24/12/1993
UK Gold: 13/12/1999

Summary:-
Michael faces the consequences of his devious actions when the police arrive to take him into custody.

Episode 1857
Network Ten: 23/02/1993
BBC: 27/12/1993
UK Gold: 14/12/1999

Summary:-
Michael bids farewell to Ramsay Street, and Cameron leaves Brad and Beth holding the baby when he takes Lauren out on a date.

Episode 1858
Network Ten: 24/02/1993
BBC: 28/12/1993
UK Gold: 15/12/1999

Summary:-
Rick's latest scheme backfires, and Doug is shocked to discover the truth about his father, Bert.

Episode 1859
Network Ten: 25/02/1993
BBC: 29/12/1993
UK Gold: 16/12/1999

Summary:-
Benito declares war on Jim. Doug realises he may have left it to late to patch things up with his father.

Episode 1860
Network Ten: 26/02/1993
BBC: 30/12/1993
UK Gold: 17/12/1999

Summary:-
Helen and Cameron are attacked by a mugger, and Lou decides to forget recent events and start afresh.

Episode 1861
Network Ten: 01/03/1993
BBC: 31/12/1993
UK Gold: 20/12/1999

Summary:-
Cameron swears revenge on his attacker, while Brad sets out to discover the identity of Lauren's mystery acquaintance.

Episode 1862
Network Ten: 02/03/1993
BBC: 03/01/1994
UK Gold: 21/12/1999

Summary:-
Helen's vulnerability becomes apparent, while Phoebe and Stephen find a recipe for success.

Episode 1863
Network Ten: 03/03/1993
BBC: 04/01/1994
UK Gold: 22/12/1999

Summary:-
Trouble erupts at the coffee shop when Phoebe and Stephen's business ideas prove too successful, and Helen comes face to face with her assailant.