Neighbours Episode Guide: 2414-2438

Episode 2414
Network Ten: 22/06/1995
BBC: 14/02/1996
UK Gold: 31/01/2002

Summary:-
The dreaded curse of Erinsborough strikes again, and latest victim Annalise barely has time to get to know her long-lost family before she's bidding them a tearful farewell. Luke is left with some apologising to do following his bad behaviour at the dinner party, and a pair of ruthless sheep rustlers strike in Ramsay Street.

Note: No writer/director credits shown on UK Gold episode.

Episode 2415
Network Ten: 23/06/1995
BBC: 15/02/1996
UK Gold: 01/02/2002

Summary:-
Danni and Mal's sleeping arrangements come under close scrutiny, and Marlene gets in a tizzy over the whereabouts of her garden gnome. Helen offers Sid a helping hand - but will he appreciate it? Resentful of parental interference, Malcolm takes a surprising stand.

Note: Last television appearance of Maurie Fields.

Episode 2416
Network Ten: 26/06/1995
BBC: 16/02/1996
UK Gold: 04/02/2002

Summary:-
Stonefish arranges for Billy's special treatment at the tattoo studio, and Lou decides to jack in the car business and help Cheryl at the Waterhole. Karl devises a radical solution to Malcolm and Danni's problem - but is it the answer they've been searching for? The coffee shop becomes the venue of a strange celebration for Stonefish.

Episode 2417
Network Ten: 27/06/1995
BBC: 19/02/1996
UK Gold: 05/02/2002

Summary:-
Danni and Mal find life in candlelight decidedly unromantic, and their house-renting experiment annoys Annalise. Luke rattles Ren by seeing other girls, while Philip has a few questions to ask Jen. Sam worries about Marlene's increasingly odd behaviour - is his gran losing her mind?

Episode 2418
Network Ten: 28/06/1995
BBC: 20/02/1996
UK Gold: 06/02/2002

Summary:-
Lou and Cheryl try to let off steam on the fairway, and Philip's attitude to Jen's old admirer Brook drives her to distraction. Dayle reveals his hidden depths, while Mark reorganises his routine to avoid temptation - and Lucy.

Episode 2419
Network Ten: 29/06/1995
BBC: 21/02/1996
UK Gold: 07/02/2002

Summary:-
Brook finally comes clean about his visit to Erinsborough, and Marlene starts seeing things. Public-spirited Mark sets up a drugs and alcohol support group - but his advice fails to hit home.

Episode 2420
Network Ten: 30/06/1995
BBC: 22/02/1996
UK Gold: 08/02/2002

Summary:-
Karl turns up the heat for Danni and Mal, while Mark asks Lucy to help him run the drugs and alcohol abuse programme, little realising she has more on her mind than work - will he succumb to temptation? Danni runs herself literally ragged over Mal's 18th birthday dinner.

Note: Olivia, Quintalena and Melissa do not actually appear in this episode.

Episode 2421
Network Ten: 03/07/1995
BBC: 23/02/1996
UK Gold: 11/02/2002

Summary:-
Mark begins to find life with Lucy a more attractive prospect than becoming a priest, and Hannah can't believe Libby's luck as the junior reporter sets off to interview much-sought-after heart-throb Dayle. Philip decides to rejuvenate his image after Lou takes him to one side and advises him to pull his socks up if he wants to hang onto Jen.

Episode 2422
Network Ten: 04/07/1995
BBC: 26/02/1996
UK Gold: 12/02/2002

Summary:-
Marlene grows tired of people thinking she is senile, while Cheryl is left speechless by a measly offer from the ruthless Rosemary. Mark comes to a decision about the direction of his life - but is it too late?

Episode 2423
Network Ten: 05/07/1995
BBC: 27/02/1996
UK Gold: 13/02/2002

Summary:-
It's party time in Ramsay Street as Karl's 'social experiment' goes from strength to strength. Lucy leaves her home behind to head for the bright lights of New York, and Annalise accidentally blurts out the truth about Karl's plan. Billy comes up with a money-making scheme guaranteed to win Olivia's favour.

Note: Final appearance of Melissa Bell as Lucy Robinson.

Episode 2424
Network Ten: 06/07/1995
BBC: 28/02/1996
UK Gold: 14/02/2002

Summary:-
Brook and Philip square up, prepared to fight for Jen's affections, while Hannah schemes a way to meet her pop idol Dayle. Danni and Mal try to prove they're mature enough to continue living together, while thirsty customers are left waiting outside the Coffee Shop as Mark fails to turn up for work.

Episode 2425
Network Ten: 07/07/1995
BBC: 29/02/1996
UK Gold: 15/02/2002

Summary:-
Sam discovers the identity of Ramsay Street's guilt-ridden gnome-knapper, and Annalise finds unwanted fame through Libby's literary efforts. Billy embarks on a desperate hunt for money, while Danni and Mal's apparent happiness causes Susan to re-evaluate her life.

Episode 2426
Network Ten: 10/07/1995
BBC: 01/03/1996
UK Gold: 18/02/2002

Summary:-
Brook makes a last-ditch attempt to sweep Jen off her feet, while Cody plans to patch things up with Stonefish - but he's nowhere to be seen. Danni and Mal plan the perfect romantic evening at home, but they get no peace when the kids from Erinsborough High School invade their house.

Episode 2427
Network Ten: 11/07/1995
BBC: 04/03/1996
UK Gold: 19/02/2002

Summary:-
Philip is overjoyed by the birthday surprise Jen has prepared for him, and Lou turns to Danni for help as he becomes increasingly worried by Cheryl's depression. Hannah's scheme backfires, leaving her with egg on her face.

Episode 2428
Network Ten: 12/07/1995
BBC: 05/03/1996
UK Gold: 20/02/2002

Summary:-
A completely changed Mark returns to Ramsay Street with a new mission in life, while Hannah is forced to face the consequences of her actions. Sam finds his new customers rather demanding when his advert for prospective employers is completely misunderstood.

Episode 2429
Network Ten: 13/07/1995
BBC: 06/03/1996
UK Gold: 21/02/2002

Summary:-
Luke is caught on the hop by Ren's decision to end their relationship, and Cheryl suspects the documentary-maker of trying to stitch her up. Karl and Susan set out to put the spark back into their marriage. The golf ball bandit is revealed - but will Brett turn him in?

Episode 2430
Network Ten: 14/07/1995
BBC: 07/03/1996
UK Gold: 22/02/2002

Summary:-
Susan declares it's time for the shenanigans in Marlene's garden to stop, and Luke focuses his attentions on Ren. Cheryl dresses to greet her public, while Libby's sensational reports win her the chance to write a regular column in the Erinsborough News. Marlene believes she's discovered the gnome-thief's identity - but will Karl let Susan take the rap?

Episode 2431
Network Ten: 17/07/1995
BBC: 08/03/1996
UK Gold: 25/02/2002

Summary:-
Billy's expensive new jacket turns him into a laughing-stock, while tempers flare at Chez Chez when Cheryl and Lou are forced to come to a decision over the management of the bar. Hannah revels in all the attention she's receiving at school - but Stacey Griffiths sets out to teach her a lesson she'll never forget. Mark's new attitude to life ruffles a few feathers down at the youth centre.

Episode 2432
Network Ten: 18/07/1995
BBC: 11/03/1996
UK Gold: 26/02/2002

Summary:-
Jen moves in with Philip, who soon discovers she's been concealing a dark secret. Marlene swears to get even with Karl for his gnome pranks, while Brett and Libby wait on tenterhooks to see who's won the World Vision essay competition. Helen bids farewell to Rueben with a memorial ceremony.

Episode 2433
Network Ten: 19/07/1995
BBC: 12/03/1996
UK Gold: 27/02/2002

Summary:-
Billy's fashion dilemma brings unexpected results in the form of another possible admirer, while a shamefaced Karl is forced to eat his words. Luke sets out to win back his place in Ren's affections, and it transpires that Libby and Brett are both winners of the World Vision essay writing competition.

Episode 2434
Network Ten: 20/07/1995
BBC: 13/03/1996
UK Gold: 28/02/2002

Summary:-
Mark cheats death and becomes convinced he's been spared to carry out a mission for God, while Ren sends Luke packing in no uncertain terms. Cody is astonished to find herself envious of Stonefish's ex-girlfriend, and Lou clashes with Cheryl over the restaurant's future.

Episode 2435
Network Ten: 21/07/1995
BBC: 14/03/1996
UK Gold: 01/03/2002

Summary:-
Cheryl is stunned by the suspicious arrival of an unexpected guest. Mark's religious fervour gains pace, but Marlene disappoints him with news about the youth centre. Stonefish asks Danni and Mal if he can lodge with them and tries to convince them he is the perfect housemate.

Episode 2436
Network Ten: 24/07/1995
BBC: 15/03/1996
UK Gold: 04/03/2002

Summary:-
Cheryl discovers the reason for daughter Janine's unexpected visit, and Karl underestimates Marlene's determination to make him pay for the gnome-moving incident. Stonie gets a blast from the past, while Susan acts as Mal's driving instructor - but makes slow progress.

Episode 2437
Network Ten: 25/07/1995
BBC: 18/03/1996
UK Gold: 05/03/2002

Summary:-
Stonefish is in a quandary when his trouble-making brother turns up in Ramsay Street with the law hot on his heels. Ren is confused over her feelings for Luke, and Mark continues his mission to save the souls of Erinsborough - whether they like it or not.

Episode 2438
Network Ten: 26/07/1995
BBC: 19/03/1996
UK Gold: 06/03/2002

Summary:-
Mal and Stonie discover the disadvantages of male bonding, and persistent preacher Mark turns his wrath on Libby's indecent style of dress. Ren finally finds an interpretation for her dreams - but how will she feel if they come true?

Note: Susie Quilty doesn't actually appear in this episode?