Neighbours Episode Guide: 2689-2713

Episode 2689
Network Ten: 29/08/1996
BBC: 05/03/1997
UK Gold: 25/02/2003

Written by C.M. Covington
Directed by Chris Adshead
Cast List
Guest stars
Mick Anderson: Mike Bishop
Steve George: Alex Dimitriades
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Danni is shocked to find Steve George over at number twenty-two, and Angie is confused by her feelings towards Mick. When Luke skips town, Jo plots an almighty surprise for unsuspecting punters at Chez Chez, - but how will Cheryl react?

Episode 2690
Network Ten: 30/08/1996
BBC: 06/03/1997
UK Gold: 26/02/2003

Written by Xenia Michael
Directed by Chris Adshead
Cast List
Guest stars
Mick Anderson: Mike Bishop
Real Estate Assistant: George Ginis
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Cheryl is waiting with bated breath to see Jo humiliated by her last minute arrangements for entertainment at Chez Chez. Karl turns his idle hours into investment opportunities and makes Cheryl an offer he believes she'll find almost impossible to refuse. Angie has to make the toughest decision of her life when Mick asks her to go away with him, while Helen's condition goes from bad to worse.

Episode 2691
Network Ten: 02/09/1996
BBC: 07/03/1997
UK Gold: 27/02/2003

Written by Karyn Noble
Directed by Philip East
Guest stars
Shona Munro: Bryony Price
Rob Evans: Graham Harvey
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Susan has roped Billy into a bit of clothes shopping. Shona is certainly making her feelings towards Mal quite clear, and Rob returns to Ramsay Street with distressing news for Joanna. Marlene has returned to find Cheryl's change in barmaids and Hannah eventually finds Helen collapsed on the floor and raises the alarm.

Episode 2692
Network Ten: 03/09/1996
BBC: 10/03/1997
UK Gold: 28/02/2003

Written by Ian Coughlan
Directed by Philip East
Guest stars
Shona Munro: Bryony Price
Martin Munro: Roger O'Connor
Karen Munro: Carmel Hyland
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Mal is almost overcome by embarrassment when his parents meet Shona's family. Phil agrees to take the girls in to see Helen, and Darren and Libby are finding it increasingly difficult to have time alone.

Episode 2693
Network Ten: 04/09/1996
BBC: 11/03/1997
UK Gold: 03/03/2003

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Steve George: Alex Dimitriades
Rob Evans: Graham Harvey
Tony: Frank Raco
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Having been caught by Karl, Libby and Darren decide to put their relationship on hold for the time being. Hannah and Philip are thrilled to hear that Helen has woken out of her coma, but are devastated when they visit and realise she doesn't recognise them. Luke returns to Ramsay Street to make amends with Danni, but he couldn't have picked a worse moment.

Episode 2694
Network Ten: 05/09/1996
BBC: 12/03/1997
UK Gold: 04/03/2003

Written by John Upton
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Steve George: Alex Dimitriades
House Buyer: Greg Muller

Summary:-
Steve's put off his quest to win Danni when Luke comes home with a new, positive attitude. Cheryl's stressed with work, gets lumped with a depressed Danni and has the auction to worry about, then to make matters worse receives disturbing news about baby Louise. Decision time arrives for Helen - can Karl help her see she has a reason to live?

Episode 2695
Network Ten: 06/09/1996
BBC: 13/03/1997
UK Gold: 05/03/2003

Written by Helen MacWhirter
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Shona Munro: Bryony Price
Steve George: Alex Dimitriades
Security Man: Chris Doyle
Shoplifter: Jason Mill
Man: Phillip Norwood
Shop Assistant: John Cramer
Bidder: Robert Mitchelson
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Toadie has found an electronics catalogue which leads to bargain hunting. Number twenty-two is up for auction. Libby is putting her spare time to good use and is studying extremely hard, while Darren's bid to go straight suffers a setback when he has a brush with the law.

Episode 2696
Network Ten: 09/09/1996
BBC: 14/03/1997
UK Gold: 06/03/2003

Written by Scott Taylor
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Sgt. Richardson: Mark Cutler
Roz Kemp: Lee Collins
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Susan is beginning to worry about Libby's state of health, while the mystery buyer of Cheryl's house is revealed. Karl seems to have softened on his stance over Darren, but Darren looks set to scupper all his good work when he's forced to face the consequences of his actions behind bars charged with breaching his parole. Phil's romance writing hits a brick wall when Roz admits his latest novel isn't very good, then a surprise job offer forces him to reconsider his skills as a novelist.

Episode 2697
Network Ten: 10/09/1996
BBC: 17/03/1997
UK Gold: 07/03/2003

Written by Jeff Truman
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Rob Evans: Graham Harvey
Casper Mack: Adam Fiorentino
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Joanna takes Hannah down to the park for a surprise unveiling. Darren is failing to cope back in prison and Karl is suspicious about Libby's absences. Mal attempts to keep his secret well and truly under wraps.

Episode 2698
Network Ten: 11/09/1996
BBC: 18/03/1997
UK Gold: 10/03/2003

Written by Piers Hobson
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Shona Munro: Bryony Price
Patricia Barker: Clare O'Sullivan
Becky Williams: Kelly Sulikowski
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Cheryl's maternal instincts are put under further strain by the arrival of the Early Intervention Consultant and Phil's efforts to keep Helen happy during his hospital visits seem futile when a depressed Helen tells him she doesn't care for all the extra attention. A frustrated Mal realises the time has come to lay his cards on the table - will Shona finally take the hint?

Episode 2699
Network Ten: 12/09/1996
BBC: 19/03/1997
UK Gold: 11/03/2003

Written by Rick Held
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Steve George: Alex Dimitriades
Shona Munro: Bryony Price
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Luke tells Danni to pack her bags, and Angie returns from her temporary stay with Big Kev with even bigger news: the Rebecchis are going to be reunited. Susan can't keep up with Mal and Shona, and Pranksters Billy and Toadie prepare to take over the airwaves - does Erinsborough know what it's letting itself in for?

Episode 2700
Network Ten: 13/09/1996
BBC: 20/03/1997
UK Gold: 12/03/2003

Written by Kim Trengove
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Steve George: Alex Dimitriades
Rob Evans: Graham Harvey
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Jo and Rob say a final farewell as they prepare to leave for America, while Billy and Toadie take their dream of a pirate radio station one step closer to a reality when Toadie buys the equipment needed to set it all up. Debbie latches on to the fact Luke thinks it's really over between he and Danni, but she gets a sharp dressing-down at Danni's launch celebrations.

Episode 2701
Network Ten: 16/09/1996
BBC: 21/03/1997
UK Gold: 13/03/2003

Written by Victoria Osborne
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Shona Munro: Bryony Price
Steve George: Alex Dimitriades
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Debbie is outraged when Danni slaps her, but she vows revenge after hearing Philip's news. After hearing that Helen has given up any hope of returning to a normal life after her stroke, Luke's tries to inspirer her to fight back by his shining example. Darren is forced to give someone a few harsh words.

Episode 2702
Network Ten: 17/09/1996
BBC: 24/03/1997
UK Gold: 14/03/2003

Written by John Hanlon
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Catherine O'Brien: Radha Mitchell
Shona Munro: Bryony Price
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Stonie has returned from his visit to Tasmania with a surprise for Angie. Malcolm is finding it difficult to maintain his relationship with Shona, and Libby is devastated by the news that Darren is guilty of theft - and his sudden announcement that he no longer cares for her.

Episode 2703
Network Ten: 18/09/1996
BBC: 25/03/1997
UK Gold: 17/03/2003

Written by Ray Kolle
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Ben Aarons: Brad Lindsay
Sgt. Richardson: Mark Cutler
Scott Bradley: Chris Kemp
Peter Hollows: Shane Luther
Shop Assistant: John Cramer
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Helen's recuperation continues and Cheryl turns detective in an effort to save Darren's neck. A groovy new duo hit the Erinsborough airwaves - with a remarkable resemblance to Toadie and Billy.

Episode 2704
Network Ten: 19/09/1996
BBC: 26/03/1997
UK Gold: 18/03/2003

Written by Clare Mendes
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Steve George: Alex Dimitriades
Tessa George: Louise Miller
Teenage Customer 1: Kit Webster
Teenage Customer 2: Laura Fitzpatrick
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Despite Libby and Darren's pledge of love and commitment to each other, their respective families aren't exactly being supportive. Toadie and Billy continue their radio antics, unaware that they are breaking the law - just how long will the terrible twosome's success last? Danni makes a decision to commence a relationship with Steve, but a has a shock visit from his wife.

Episode 2705
Network Ten: 20/09/1996
BBC: 27/03/1997
UK Gold: 19/03/2003

Written by David Allen
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Steve George: Alex Dimitriades
Catherine O'Brien: Radha Mitchell
Roz Kemp: Lee Collins
Tessa George: Louise Miller
Casper Mack: Adam Fiorentino
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Hannah desperately wants to got to the ball with Casper, but Phil insists she is too young for nightclubs. The Masquerade ball promises as much intrigue as fun and Debbie finds her plan to humiliate Steve and Danni, foiled by Danni's earlier contact with Mrs Tessa George. Karl reaches the end of his tether with Darren, venting his fury on Libby's lover-boy when he hears the unmistakable sound of sweet seduction.

Episode 2706
Network Ten: 23/09/1996
BBC: 28/03/1997
UK Gold: 20/03/2003

Written by Lyn Ogilvy
Directed by Robert Meillon

Summary:-
Sparks continue to fly between Marlene and Cheryl, who has enough on her plate coping with her ongoing custody battle for baby Louise. Toadie's disappointment over leaving Erinsborough High and grows and Melissa becomes the latest victim of his twisted sense of humour. Darren and Libby's refusal to give up on their relationship causes untold friction in their families.

Episode 2707
Network Ten: 24/09/1996
BBC: 31/03/1997
UK Gold: 21/03/2003

Written by Jenny Lewis
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Sarah Beaumont: Nicola Charles
Tea Lady: Vanessa Ready
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Helen grows tired of being stuck in hospital and tries to persuade Karl she's well enough to leave. Libby struggles to make do at the flop house and her morale reaches an all-time low after Darren is once again left out in the cold by her family, while Danni and Luke's relationship looks like it might be back on again - at poor Debbie's expense.

Episode 2708
Network Ten: 25/09/1996
BBC: 01/04/1997
UK Gold: 24/03/2003

Written by Hugh Stuckey
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Sarah Beaumont: Nicola Charles
Gerald Thwaites: David McVay
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Luke is surprised when Sarah phones up regarding the ad he put in the paper looking for tenants, but mystery surrounds the new resident's local relative. Luke backs out of plans to accompany Debbie to Perth - much to her annoyance - while Danni only sees it as an opportunity to reignite an old flame. Shockwaves goes from strength to strength.

Episode 2709
Network Ten: 26/09/1996
BBC: 02/04/1997
UK Gold: 25/03/2003

Written by Margaret Wilson
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Melissa Drenth: Aimee Robertson
Sarah Beaumont: Nicola Charles
Catherine O'Brien: Radha Mitchell
Johnny Popgun: Brendan Suhr
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Shockwaves proves a runaway success all over Erinsborough and fame beckons the radio gang. When Melissa steps in to haul Billy off to a body shaping demonstration, tension inevitably flares - but this time their row becomes public knowledge. Stonie is now making big plans involving Catherine.

Episode 2710
Network Ten: 27/09/1996
BBC: 03/04/1997
UK Gold: 26/03/2003

Written by Sally Webb
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Catherine O'Brien: Radha Mitchell
Sarah Beaumont: Nicola Charles
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Stonie is absolutely shattered by the news that Catherine is no longer interested in a relationship with him - forcing him to think again about his future in Erinsborough. Cheryl's had enough of fighting with her loved ones, while Darren can't stand seeing Libby so despondent and takes action - will she thank him for making such a bold decision on her behalf? Tragedy leaves the Stark family in a state of shock.

Available on the Neighbours: The Iconic Episodes Volume 2 DVD collection.

Episode 2711
Network Ten: 30/09/1996
BBC: 04/04/1997
UK Gold: 27/03/2003

Written by Scott Taylor
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Ralph Johns: Bob Halsall
Ian Weiss: Martin Newton
Ginny Taylor: Hayley Giemza
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Helen arrives home and prepares to settle back into regular Ramsay Street life. Whilst her homecoming is even more wonderful than she had originally imagined, the rest of the street is trying to come to terms with the shock of Cheryl's death, and each family member must try to cope with the death in their own way. An investigation begins into how Cheryl died and, more importantly, who was responsible.

Notes: Script Producer: Greg Stevens now credited at start.
Executive Producer: Stanley Walsh, Story Consultant: Ray Kolle
Final appearance of Caroline Gillmer as Cheryl Stark.

Episode 2712
Network Ten: 01/10/1996
BBC: 07/04/1997
UK Gold: 28/03/2003

Written by Marieke Hardy
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Kim Richards: Lisa Mulcahy
Girlfriend: Adele Schober
Handsome Blonde Boy: Chris Ryan
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Helen is upset to find that Philip kept the news of Cheryl's death from her and immediately offers a distraught Marlene moral support in her hour of need. Karl feels an enormous amount of guilt regarding Cheryl's death and decides he must tell Marlene of his feelings. Toadfish's popularity skyrockets - at least among Erinsborough's female population.

Episode 2713
Network Ten: 02/10/1996
BBC: 08/04/1997
UK Gold: 31/03/2003

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Catherine O'Brien: Radha Mitchell
Sarah Beaumont: Nicola Charles
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
When a lease problem arises, Angie fears for the Coffee Shop's future, but Stonie has an idea that would save the family from a financial burden if he can pull it off. Darren's fall-out with Karl over his mother's death looks set to drive the odd-job business to the wall, while Sarah uncovers a plot to sabotage Danni's clothes collection.