Neighbours Episode Guide: 2914-2938

Episode 2914
Network Ten: 07/08/1997
BBC: 20/01/1998
UK Gold: 19/12/2003

Written by Helen MacWhirter
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Richard Jones: Chris Fortuna
Bob: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Ben and Sarah's new flatmate turns out to be quite a dark horse. Madge tries her best to persuade Harold to return to Queensland with her while Ben's worst fears about Lou's garage plans have come true.

Regular cast includes 'Madge Bishop: Anne Charleston'

Episode 2915
Network Ten: 08/08/1997
BBC: 21/01/1998
UK Gold: 19/12/2003

Written by Don Battye
Directed by Nicholas Bufalo
Guest stars
Herb Johnston: Christopher Kemp
Security Guard: Sam Brown
Bob: Trained by Luke Hura
Bonnie: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Harold thinks Lou has spiked his drink. A girlie calender in Lou's garage does not go unnoticed. Lance is caught breaking into the nursery.

Regular cast includes 'Madge Bishop: Anne Charleston'

Episode 2916
Network Ten: 11/08/1997
BBC: 22/01/1998
UK Gold: 22/12/2003

Written by Ian Coughlan
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Martin Pike: Fletcher Humphrys
Alistair O'Connor: Michael O'Neill
Herb Johnston: Christopher Kemp
Bonnie & Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Lance gets in trouble for breaking into the nursery and Ruth is surprised when she accidentally bumps into an old flame. Libby is saved from a fall by a quick thinking Darren.

Note: Madge Bishop now permanent

Episode 2917
Network Ten: 12/08/1997
BBC: 23/01/1998
UK Gold: 22/12/2003

Written by E.W. Johnston
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Richard Jones: Chris Fortuna
Alistair O'Connor: Michael O'Neill
Martin Pike: Fletcher Humphrys
Bob: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Phil is becoming jealous of Ruth's friendship with Alistair. Meanwhile, Robert does his ventriloquist act for Sarah and Ben, while Arthur the dog, takes a dislike to the dummy and tears it to shreds. Libby has one fight too many with Karl and decides to move out.

Episode 2918
Network Ten: 13/08/1997
BBC: 26/01/1998
UK Gold: 23/12/2003

Written by Ray Kolle
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Richard Jones: Chris Fortuna
Elliot: Sam Olliver
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Sarah faces a difficult decision regarding Arthur. Harold gets a job at the coffee shop but is Debbie's business in jeopardy? Darren is having a hard time being 'just' friends with Libby.

Episode 2919
Network Ten: 14/08/1997
BBC: 27/01/1998
UK Gold: 23/12/2003

Written by Karyn Noble
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Geoff Portall: Rich Fletcher
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Bonnie: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Hannah has an artful plan to keep Helen from going to a retirement home. Debbie holds a competition for the coffee shop lease while Billy steals Toadie's dream job.

Location: Nunawading Swimming Pool

Episode 2920
Network Ten: 15/08/1997
BBC: 28/01/1998
UK Gold: 29/12/2003

Written by Xenia Michael
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Jenny Johns: Adele Schober
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Bonnie & Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Toadie forgives Billy for taking the pool job but Anne's got concerns of her own. Debbie relinquishes her bid on the coffee shop lease while Anne has an interesting proposition for Billy.

Music: 'Even When I'm Sleeping' by Leonardo's Bride
Location: Nunawading Swimming Pool

Episode 2921
Network Ten: 18/08/1997
BBC: 29/01/1998
UK Gold: 29/12/2003

Written by Jeff Truman
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Alistair O'Connor: Michael O'Neill
Jack Foster: Craig McMahon
Lim: Tai Jordan
Bonnie & Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Debbie finds working with Madge and Harold a nightmare. Ruth's romance heats up with Alistair. Meanwhile, Harold catches Billy with his pants down.

Episode 2922
Network Ten: 19/08/1997
BBC: 30/01/1998
UK Gold: 30/12/2003

Written by Don Battye
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Alistair O'Connor: Michael O'Neill
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Bonnie & Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Madge and Harold take over the Coffee Shop Lease and if Debbie is to keep her job, she must swallow her pride. Alistair's overnight stay at Ruth's doesn't go unnoticed in Ramsay Street. Meanwhile, Anne's portrait of Billy shows more than he bargained for.

Episode 2923
Network Ten: 20/08/1997
BBC: 02/02/1998
UK Gold: 30/12/2003

Written by Lois Booton
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Attendant: Craig Woolridge
Bonnie & Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Darren and Libby pull together during a crisis. Anne's painting of Billy in his bathers causes trouble. Toadie's jokes in school prompt Susan to teach him a valuable lesson.

Note: Cheyl Stark's headstone shows '4.3.1950 28.8.1996'

Episode 2924
Network Ten: 21/08/1997
BBC: 03/02/1998
UK Gold: 31/12/2003

Written by John Hanlon
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Angela Quinton: Fiona MacGregor
Mick: Matthew Barnes
Jon: Bryce Bucknall
Tammy: Marcela Toro
Colin: Chris Bayes
Bonnie & Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Toadie can't get out of a trashy job. Darren makes a move on Libby. Meanwhile, Ben discovers a new admirer.

Music: 'Moving Up' by Dreamworld and 'Keep Love Together' by Love To Infinity (at Brunette club)

Episode 2925
Network Ten: 22/08/1997
BBC: 04/02/1998
UK Gold: 31/12/2003

Written by Louise Le Nay
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Angela Quinton: Fiona MacGregor
Amy Greenwood: Jacinta Stapleton
Jacinta: Caroline Morgan
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Bonnie: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Helen manages to steal a look at Hannah's essay and is amazed to discover just how much Hannah depends on her. Meanwhile, Lance's ego jeopardises his relationship with Amy?

Music: 'Cruise Control' by Headless Chickens

Episode 2926
Network Ten: 25/08/1997
BBC: 05/02/1998
UK Gold: 05/01/2004

Written by Lyn Ogilvy
Directed by Ross McGregor
Guest stars
Alistair O'Connor: Michael O'Neill
Samantha O'Connor: Elise Hearst
Angela Quinton: Fiona MacGregor
Amy Greenwood: Jacinta Stapleton
Elliott: Sam Olliver
Bob: Trained by Luke Hura

Summary:-
Sarah's under pressure from Ben to let Angela move into Number Thirty but she doesn't like the idea as new couples' can spell trouble. Meanwhile, Alistair has dinner with Ruth and offers advice to Lance about how to handle his relationships.

Episode 2927
Network Ten: 26/08/1997
BBC: 06/02/1998
UK Gold: 06/01/2004

Written by Chris Hollow
Directed by Ross McGregor
Guest stars
Alistair O'Connor: Michael O'Neill
Samantha O'Connor: Elise Hearst
Angela Quinton: Fiona MacGregor
Amy Greenwood: Jacinta Stapleton
Jack Foster: Craig McMahon
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Bonnie: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Lance has got himself into more hot water with Amy by pretending that he really does have a secret admirer. Will Sarah agree to give Angela a trial run at Number Thirty. Ben is sure that once Angela moves in, Sarah will be delighted.

Music: 'Love Comes Easy' by Vika and Linda

Episode 2928
Network Ten: 27/08/1997
BBC: 09/02/1998
UK Gold: 07/01/2004

Written by Simon McDonald
Directed by Ross McGregor
Guest stars
Amy Greenwood: Jacinta Stapleton
Jack Foster: Craig McMahon
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Lance and Amy don't seem to be getting any closer to a reconciliation. However, following Ben's advice, Lance devises a plan to win her back. Debbie gets reinstated as manager of the Coffee Shop but is warned about introducing the jukebox into the shop.

Music: 'Cruise Control' by Headless Chickens and 'Even When I'm Sleeping' by Leonardo's Bride

Episode 2929
Network Ten: 28/08/1997
BBC: 10/02/1998
UK Gold: 08/01/2004

Written by Kit Oldfield
Directed by Ross McGregor
Guest stars
Roger: Michael Seymour
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
When Harold is electrocuted by the jukebox and taken to hospital, Madge remains adamant that the jukebox must go. The kids are shattered and ultimately Debbie protests and quits her job in the process.

Episode 2930
Network Ten: 29/08/1997
BBC: 11/02/1998
UK Gold: 09/01/2004

Written by Kier Shorey
Directed by Ross McGregor
Guest stars
Tommy Roles: Tibor Gyapjas
Frank: Thomas Bromhead
Bonnie & Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Debbie declares war on the Coffee Shop and decides to open a lunch cart at Lassiters. Anne is mortified after failing her learner's permit test. She was the one who said only a total idiot could fail.

Music: 'Love Comes Easy' by Vika and Linda

Episode 2931
Network Ten: 01/09/1997
BBC: 12/02/1998
UK Gold: 12/01/2004

Written by Ray Kolle
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Mrs. Brown: Margaret O'Shea
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Bonnie & Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Debbie has no intention of giving up her food trolley at Lassiter's and Madge is furious. She's stealing all the coffee shop customers! Lance decides to take his mother's romantic life in hand and get Ruth and Philip back together.

Music: 'Tease Me' by Paul Kelly

Episode 2932
Network Ten: 02/09/1997
BBC: 13/02/1998
UK Gold: 13/01/2004

Written by Karyn Noble
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Station Master: Warwick Begg
Bonnie: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
The icy rift between Madge in the Coffee Shop and Debbie with her lunch trolley, is getting wider. They match up to each other with price cutting and free offers. Harold is very alarmed! The stunt Hannah and Lance are scheming for Ruth and Phil results in a major flood in the kitchen.

Music: 'Love Comes Easy' by Vika and Linda

Episode 2933
Network Ten: 03/09/1997
BBC: 16/02/1998
UK Gold: 14/01/2004

Written by Helen MacWhirter
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
The coffee shop price war is hotting up as Madge offers Debbie to give up the lunch cart by offering further discounts to Coffee Shop customers. Meanwhile, Darren and Libby have come to the brink of an emotional reunion but can they face up to their true feelings.

Episode 2934
Network Ten: 04/09/1997
BBC: 17/02/1998
UK Gold: 15/01/2004

Written by Ian Coughlan
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Matt Compton: Jonathan Kovac
Alfonzo: Serge DeNardo
Sgt. Richardson: Geoff Gaskill

Summary:-
Marlene is so envious of Sarah studying, she considers taking a course as well. Ben and Sarah begin interviewing applicants for another room-mate. A young policeman, Matt, impresses Sarah but not Ben when he's later pulled over for driving an unregistered car.

Music: 'Stay' by Leonardo's Bride

Episode 2935
Network Ten: 05/09/1997
BBC: 18/02/1998
UK Gold: 16/01/2004

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Matt Compton: Jonathan Kovac
Ms. Killalee: Maureen Andrew
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Marlene is quickly becoming obsessed with her new found love of the Italian language and its driving Karl crazy. Meanwhile, after Sarah offers Matt to move into Number Thirty, Ben gets all set to tell him he can't, however, Ben hasn't got a leg to stand on when Matt apologises for booking him.

Episode 2936
Network Ten: 08/09/1997
BBC: 19/02/1998
UK Gold: 19/01/2004

Written by Lois Booton
Directed by Sally-Anne Kerr
Guest stars
Claire Girard: Adele Schober
Ms. Killalee: Maureen Andrew
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
New exchange student, Claire Girard, moves in with Madge and Harold. Though impressing everyone with her friendly and outgoing personality, Madge becomes sceptical. While the jukebox looks like being a raging success for Toadie and Hannah, Debbie's business seems to be at a loss.

Music: 'Love Comes Easy' by Vika and Linda, 'Tease Me' by Paul Kelly
Note: New recap music

Episode 2937
Network Ten: 09/09/1997
BBC: 20/02/1998
UK Gold: 20/01/2004

Written by Xenia Michael
Directed by Sally-Anne Kerr
Guest stars
Claire Girard: Adele Schober
Jack Foster: Craig McMahon
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
Madge thinks she's won the Coffee Shop feud when she sees Debbie packing up her things, however, Lou and Debbie make a deal which will benefit them all. Meanwhile, Claire helps Hannah attract the man of her dreams, Jack.

Location: Nunawading Swimming Pool

Episode 2938
Network Ten: 10/09/1997
BBC: 23/02/1998
UK Gold: 21/01/2004

Written by Jenny Lewis
Directed by Sally-Anne Kerr
Guest stars
Claire Girard: Adele Schober
Matt Compton: Jonathan Kovac
Holly: Trained by Luke Hura
Dahl: Trained by Jason Hura

Summary:-
After a disastrous meeting at the Coffee Shop with Jack, Hannah is convinced her chances with him are zero. It would appear he's far more interested in Claire. Billy and Anne are pleased with the little secret of their night time swim together, until they discover their rendezvous was captured on film.

Music: 'Even When I'm Sleeping' by Leonardo's Bride