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Episode 2714
Network Ten: 03/10/1996
BBC: 09/04/1997
UK Gold: 01/04/2003

Written by Ian Coughlan
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Catherine O'Brien: Radha Mitchell
Sarah Beaumont: Nicola Charles
Ruth Wilkinson: Ailsa Piper

Summary:-
The actual cause of Cheryl's death is determined and Susan's worst fears are confirmed. Philip clashes with Ruth Wilkinson over the strenuous physiotherapy regime Helen is attempting. When Debbie offers to help Danni fix up the mess the saboteur left behind in the shop, Danni begins to think Debbie has an ulterior motive.

Episode 2715
Network Ten: 04/10/1996
BBC: 10/04/1997
UK Gold: 02/04/2003

Written by Helen MacWhirter
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Catherine O'Brien: Radha Mitchell
Sarah Beaumont: Nicola Charles
Graeme Williams: Mark Neal
Ben Aarons: Brad Lindsay
Peter Hollows: Shane Luther

Summary:-
Danni has an amazing stroke of good luck when a fashion curator from a gallery comes to view her designs. Feeling an obligation to their fans, Hannah and Toadie decide to make one last radio broadcast, but Billy doesn't want to have anything to do with the illegal act.

Episode 2716
Network Ten: 07/10/1996
BBC: 11/04/1997
UK Gold: 03/04/2003

Written by Jeff Truman
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Melissa Drenth: Aimee Robertson
Dahl & Casserole: Trained by Jason Hura
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Billy and Toadie's friendship is put to the test after they are taken to the police station by the radio authorities. Karl is finding life incredibly difficult since Cheryl's death and Libby is forced to decide where her loyalties lie when Darren begins hurling bitter accusations at Karl over Cheryl's death.

Note: New opening titles.


Episode 2717
Network Ten: 08/10/1996
BBC: 14/04/1997
UK Gold: 04/04/2003

Written by C.M. Covington
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Brett Stark: Brett Blewitt
Melissa Drenth: Aimee Robertson
Lou Carpenter: Tom Oliver
Priest: Donald Hirst
Anthony Davies: Justin Braine
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
A surprise guest arrives as the Ramsay Street residents gather to pay their last respects to Cheryl, and Brett gets a frosty reception from Darren. Mal suspects Melissa isn't being honest with his brother when he catches her kissing a young guy that isn't Billy.

Episode 2718
Network Ten: 09/10/1996
BBC: 15/04/1997
UK Gold: 07/04/2003

Written by Piers Hobson
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Lou Carpenter: Tom Oliver
Brett Stark: Brett Blewitt
Ruth Wilkinson: Ailsa Piper
Bruce Smith: Richard Neal
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Casserole: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
The level of responsibility Karl has placed on himself over Cheryl's death has reached breaking point, forcing a him to make a drastic change in his life. Debbie begins to realise the enormity of what she did to Danni's clothing business, and Lou learns he is the sole benefactor of Cheryl's will.

Episode 2719
Network Ten: 10/10/1996
BBC: 16/04/1997
UK Gold: 08/04/2003

Written by Susan Bower
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Sarah Beaumont: Nicola Charles
Catherine O'Brien: Radha Mitchell
Lou Carpenter: Tom Oliver

Summary:-
Stonie does his best to prick Toadie's conscience. Lou's plans to take over the pub doesn't settle well with Darren and battle lines are drawn for control of Chez Chez. Debbie finally calls on every ounce of courage she possesses and tells Danni she's responsible for the clothes fiasco, while Hannah sets up a meeting between Karl and Toadie to organise his living arrangements in Erinsborough.

Episode 2720
Network Ten: 11/10/1996
BBC: 17/04/1997
UK Gold: 09/04/2003

Written by Craig Wilkins
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Catherine O'Brien: Radha Mitchell
Sarah Beaumont: Nicola Charles
Tony Farmer: Anthony Morton
C.J. Dunn: Paul Tiewes
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Toadie's dream of staying in Erinsborough comes close to being shattered when Angie emotionally pleads with him to keep the family together. Certain members of the Kennedy family aren't altogether pleased with Toadie's arrival. Sarah is thrown into a spin when she catches wind of a UK journalist who has tracked her down.

Note: Final appearance of Angie and Stonefish

Scene from episode 2720

Episode 2721
Network Ten: 14/10/1996
BBC: 18/04/1997
UK Gold: 10/04/2003

Written by Xenia Michael
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Sarah Beaumont: Nicola Charles
Ruth Wilkinson: Ailsa Piper
Brett Stark: Brett Blewitt
Catherine O'Brien: Radha Mitchell
Tony Farmer: Anthony Morton
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Phil finds himself in a compromising situation with Helen's physiotherapist Ruth, while Darren promises to give Lou a welcome home he won't forget. Catherine discovers Sarah's dark secret.

Notes: New opening titles. (Sarah added)
Lou Carpenter uncredited.
Angie and Stonefish gone from permanent cast.

Scene from episode 2721

Episode 2722
Network Ten: 15/10/1996
BBC: 21/04/1997
UK Gold: 11/04/2003

Written by John Hanlon
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Ruth Wilkinson: Ailsa Piper
Catherine O'Brien: Radha Mitchell
Sarah Beaumont: Nicola Charles
Lou Carpenter: Tom Oliver
Brett Stark: Brett Blewitt
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Sarah reveals her secret - much to Catherine's horror. Brett is determined to build a relationship with Darren - even though his older brother seems determined on pushing him away, and Philip has had enough of Ruth's pushiness and goes behind Helen's back to give her the sack.

Episode 2723
Network Ten: 16/10/1996
BBC: 22/04/1997
UK Gold: 14/04/2003

Written by Ray Kolle
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Ruth Wilkinson: Ailsa Piper
Grumpy Man: Bob Stevens
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Toadie, in the quest for more money, decides to become a pet minder. Hannah alerts Debbie to the fact she knows about the unstitching of Danni's designs and makes her sister pay for her wicked deeds. Mal and Karl sample the difficulties of working in unison at a lawn mowing gig.

Episode 2724
Network Ten: 17/10/1996
BBC: 23/04/1997
UK Gold: 15/04/2003

Written by Christopher Gist
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Melissa Drenth: Aimee Robertson
Mildred Pearson: Judy Johnson
Anthony Davies: Justin Braine
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl & Claude: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Debbie is becoming increasingly sick of being Hannah's slave. Karl gives Mal some much-needed advice on public relations. Toadie is shocked when he spies Melissa kissing someone in a car while on his way home with the cat and becomes convinced his best mate's girl is a love-cheat.

Episode 2725
Network Ten: 18/10/1996
BBC: 24/04/1997
UK Gold: 16/04/2003

Written by Rick Held
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Lou Carpenter: Tom Oliver
Melissa Drenth: Aimee Robertson
Brett Stark: Brett Blewitt
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Both Mal and Darren are angling for the same business deal and the gullible Mal is taken for a ride by ex-business partner Darren. Jo is being strangely evasive about her experiences in Europe, but finally bares her soul to Marlene. A very worried Melissa entreats Toadie not to tell Billy that she was kissing another boy.

Episode 2726
Network Ten: 21/10/1996
BBC: 25/04/1997
UK Gold: 17/04/2003

Written by Lyn Ogilvy
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Melissa Drenth: Aimee Robertson
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
The mystery of Melissa deepens when she fails to come home to the Kennedy's one night. Danni and Luke appear to be well on the way to a reconciliation, however Danni feels threatened by Luke's constant inclusion of Joanna in their plans.

Note: Sarah Beaumont, Catherine O'Brien, Ruth Wilkinson, Lance Wilkinson (not yet appeared) and Lou Carpenter all now permanent.


Episode 2727
Network Ten: 22/10/1996
BBC: 28/04/1997
UK Gold: 18/04/2003

Written by Jenny Lewis
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Bill Wilkinson: Ian Stanley Pearce
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Danni is made to realise Joanna is not a threat to her relationship with Luke. Philip and Ruth manage to track down her ex-husband and the car. Hannah and Jon become lost when they go on a skating adventure.

Note: First permanent appearance of Lance Wilkinson. The character was originally to have been called Jon Wilkinson, but was renamed when it was realised viewers would remember Andrew Bibby from his previous character Lance Hails. The first few summaries refer to 'Jon' instead of 'Lance'.


Episode 2728
Network Ten: 23/10/1996
BBC: 29/04/1997
UK Gold: 21/04/2003

Written by Hugh Stuckey
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Brett Stark: Brett Blewitt
Hoon 1: Luke Anderson
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Mal feels cheated in his business dealings with Darren. Hannah and Jon's adventure lands them in trouble. Brett and Darren sort out some brotherly differences.

Episode 2729
Network Ten: 24/10/1996
BBC: 30/04/1997
UK Gold: 22/04/2003

Written by David Allen
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Brett Stark: Brett Blewitt
Melissa Drenth: Aimee Robertson
Anthony Davies: Justin Braine
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Billy continues to feel that he is losing Melissa when she gives him the run-a-round. Sarah feels that Catherine has worn out her welcome at number thirty and asks her to leave. Brett gives Libby some heartfelt advice regarding Darren.

Episode 2730
Network Ten: 25/10/1996
BBC: 01/05/1997
UK Gold: 23/04/2003

Written by Scott Taylor
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Brett Stark: Brett Blewitt
Melissa Drenth: Aimee Robertson
Anthony Davies: Justin Braine
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Melissa finally makes a decision regarding her relationship with Billy. Sarah is beginning to realise how badly she has handled things with Catherine. Darren receives another smack in the face when Lou tells him he's hired Mal to do the alterations to the pub.

Episode 2731
Network Ten: 28/10/1996
BBC: 02/05/1997
UK Gold: 24/04/2003

Written by Marieke Hardy
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Grumpy Man: Cliff Ellen
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Nobody can stop Billy's black mood. Toadie feels for his mate, but he can do nothing to cheer him up. Sarah decides to pack her bags and make a quick exit when she discovers Steven's on his way to Australia. Libby tells Darren the relationship is definitely over and Brett comes over to support Libby through this tough time.

Note: Brett Stark now permanent again.


Episode 2732
Network Ten: 29/10/1996
BBC: 05/05/1997
UK Gold: 25/04/2003

Written by Ian Coughlan
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Karl is failing to cope in crisis. Danni gives Luke an ultimatum - he must move someone out of his house so that she can move in. Out of jealousy, Darren tampers with the car when Brett and Libby have taken a drive.

Episode 2733
Network Ten: 30/10/1996
BBC: 06/05/1997
UK Gold: 28/04/2003

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Harold Bishop: Ian Smith
Casper Mack: Adam Fiorentino
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Darren has a confession to make to Libby. Marlene finds a new friend at her local op-shop who looks remarkably like Harold Bishop. Hannah is stunned when Casper reveals that he is moving to Queensland with his dad.

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

Scene from episode 2733

Episode 2734
Network Ten: 31/10/1996
BBC: 07/05/1997
UK Gold: 29/04/2003

Written by Margaret Wilson
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Harold Bishop: Ian Smith
Young Boy: Paul Czarnota
Young Girl: Blaise Stowers
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Ramsay Street may be gaining two more residents. Toadie may have a rodent plague on his hands. Helen remains convinced Harold Bishop is alive.

Episode 2735
Network Ten: 01/11/1996
BBC: 08/05/1997
UK Gold: 30/04/2003

Written by Helen MacWhirter
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Harold Bishop: Ian Smith
Shop Assistant: Brenda Palmer
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
After a meeting with the bank, Karl discovers he is in financial trouble now that he is not a working doctor. Sarah's placed in a state of panic when a letter from Steven arrives. Helen starts to have doubts about seeing Harold.

Episode 2736
Network Ten: 04/11/1996
BBC: 09/05/1997
UK Gold: 01/05/2003

Written by Jeff Truman
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Harold Bishop: Ian Smith
Lord Steven Harrow: Stewart Morritt
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Karl faces a financial dilemma when the bank refuses his loan. Harold refuses to find out about his past and Danni gets caught up in Sarah's cunning plan.

Episode 2737
Network Ten: 05/11/1996
BBC: 12/05/1997
UK Gold: 02/05/2003

Written by Sally Webb
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Lord Steven Harrow: Stewart Morritt

Summary:-
Jo and Mal have an enlightening day at the races. Steven isn't fooled by Sarah's little plan and Darren decides to confess his true feelings to Libby before he loses her for good.

Episode 2738
Network Ten: 06/11/1996
BBC: 13/05/1997
UK Gold: 06/05/2003

Written by Luke Devenish
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl & Puppy: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Hannah, Jon, Toadie and Billy come across an injured young dog that is in need of a home. Toadie's mice family is discovered by Karl and they are ordered out of the house. Brett still has some work to do in changing Darren's attitude toward Lou.
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