Neighbours Episode Guide: 3851-3875

Episode 3851
Network Ten: 10/09/2001
BBC: 26/10/2001
UK Gold: 10/02/2006

Written by David Allen
Directed by Gary Conway Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Monique Disney: Jacqi Swallow
Victor McMillan: Desmond Connellan
Stella Powers: Tanya Burne

Summary:-
With Tad's life in the balance, will he receive help in time? Dione realises the best revenge is to be happy, but her plan backfires. Darcy worries Victor may have ruined everything.

Episode 3852
Network Ten: 11/09/2001
BBC: 29/10/2001
UK Gold: 13/02/2006

Written by John Upton
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Monique Disney: Jacqi Swallow
Larry Woodhouse: Andrew Curry

Summary:-
Tad is airlifted to safety and the recriminations begin. Steph battles with her conscience. Kev Kelly escapes from jail and Steph and Larry flee. Will Tad regain consciousness?

Episode 3853
Network Ten: 13/09/2001
BBC: 30/10/2001
UK Gold: 13/02/2006

Written by Ben Marshall
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Larry Woodhouse: Andrew Curry
Adam Stevens: Nicholas Colla
Barry Burke: David Whitely
John Roberts: Nick Farnell

Summary:-
Harold and Drew realise something is up with Lou and worry that he is back on the painkillers. Leo discovers a passion for breakdancing. Steph and Larry hit the open road - but their adventure comes to an abrupt end.

Note: Postponed from 12/09/2001 due to coverage of US tragedies.

Episode 3854
Network Ten: 14/09/2001
BBC: 31/10/2001
UK Gold: 14/02/2006

Written by Judith Colquhoun
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Const. Sally Beecham: Sandra Rucins

Summary:-
Steph is devastated by Woody's sudden death. Maggie gets a legal shock. Lou decides to find out the truth.

Note: Postponed from 13/09/2001. Shown at 18:00 on 14/09/2001 as double bill with episode 3855.

Episode 3855
Network Ten: 14/09/2001
BBC: 01/11/2001
UK Gold: 14/02/2006

Written by Drew Tingwell
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Darcy fails to win Karl over with his plans for the practice, while Lou vows to prove he's Lolly's father. Dione digs for dirt on Darcy. Libby's luck only gets worse as she prepares to do battle with The Chronicle in court. Karl and Susan wonder when to stop being parents.

Shown at 18:30 as double bill with episode 3855.

Episode 3856
Network Ten: 17/09/2001
BBC: 02/11/2001
UK Gold: 15/02/2006

Written by Helen MacWhirter
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Bianca Nugent: Jane Harber

Summary:-
Pre-wedding nerves and traditions surround the wedding of Tess and Darcy. Meanwhile, Dione agonises over telling Tess the information she has discovered about Darcy, and Michelle and Bianca grow apart. Tess prepares for her wedding day, while Darcy tries to complete his deal.

Episode 3857
Network Ten: 18/09/2001
BBC: 05/11/2001
UK Gold: 15/02/2006

Written by John Hanlon
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Donna White: Robyn Betts

Summary:-
Will there be wedding bells for Darcy and Tess? Susan causes outrage by suspending Tad, Flick and Paul. Lou's agonising wait for the results of his DNA test is almost over. Tess leaves Darcy and Erinsborough.

Note: Final appearance of Krista Vendy as Teresa Bell.

Episode 3858
Network Ten: 19/09/2001
BBC: 06/11/2001
UK Gold: 16/02/2006

Written by Hugh Stuckey
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Lou gets the test results - can he handle the truth? Steph reaches breaking point but tries hard to pretend that everything is fine. Toadie needs a lot of help from his friends when he has to learn how to play golf quickly.

Episode 3859
Network Ten: 20/09/2001
BBC: 07/11/2001
UK Gold: 16/02/2006

Written by Bert Deling
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Rosylyn Wright: Maureen McInerney
Martin West: Greg Pandelidis
Greg Montell: Gavin Alexander

Summary:-
Steph needs answers before she can move on. Libby attempts conciliation with The Chronicle. Evan wonders what Leo might be up to.

Episode 3860
Network Ten: 21/09/2001
BBC: 08/11/2001
UK Gold: 17/02/2006

Written by Marieke Josephine Hardy
Directed by T. Grant Fenn
Guest stars
Nancy Kelloway: Margo McLennan

Summary:-
Libby receives a timely gift of crucial evidence. Tad decides to have some fun with Flick - is he hot for her? Lou makes a brave decision.

Episode 3861
Network Ten: 24/09/2001
BBC: 09/11/2001
UK Gold: 17/02/2006

Written by Noel Maloney
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Pat Miller: Matt Norman
Nathan Tyson: Luke Hemsworth
Adam Stevens: Nicholas Colla
John Allen: Adrian Mulraney

Summary:-
Paul has goes his hopes set on a place in the Dingos finals team, but will he be disappointed? Toadie is confused about the rites of manhood and approaches Evan for golfing tips. Lou meets Louise's father to discuss the DNA results and is alarmed when John asks to see Lolly.

Episode 3862
Network Ten: 25/09/2001
BBC: 12/11/2001
UK Gold: 20/02/2006

Written by Jon Stephens
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
John Allen: Adrian Mulraney

Summary:-
Dione puts pressure on Darcy to come clean with Karl. John Allen meets Louise. Toadie prepares for his golf game.

Episode 3863
Network Ten: 26/09/2001
BBC: 13/11/2001
UK Gold: 20/02/2006

Written by Piet Collins
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Tony Simpson: Stan Tsitas

Summary:-
The Ramsay Street residents compete in order to win a new car. Could this be romance reborn for Flick and Joel? Karl and Susan reach a stalemate. Lyn and Joe worry about Steph when she disappears.

Episode 3864
Network Ten: 27/09/2001
BBC: 14/11/2001
UK Gold: 21/02/2006

Written by Megan Herbert
Directed by Ian Dixon
Guest stars
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson

Summary:-
The car competition has a winner. Joel's romantic intentions towards Flick are still under question. Maggie and Evan fear for Leo, while Toadie is judged and found wanting. Steph receives a distressing gift.

Episode 3865
Network Ten: 28/09/2001
BBC: 15/11/2001
UK Gold: 21/02/2006

Written by Louise Le Nay
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Steph’s nightmare continues when Kev Kelly sends his condolences, and Joe insists she go to the police. Lou doesn't know how to break the news to Lolly that he's not her father. Harold decides to shelter the homeless.

Episode 3866
Network Ten: 01/10/2001
BBC: 16/11/2001
UK Gold: 22/02/2006

Written by Katrina Foster
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Darcy wants out of the surgery, but at what price? Harold's plans for a homeless shelter divide the neighbours. Karl and Susan consider selling the surgery, and Flick surprises Tad. Lou tells Louise she has another Daddy.

Episode 3867
Network Ten: 02/10/2001
BBC: 19/11/2001
UK Gold: 22/02/2006

Written by Lyn Ogilvy
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Susan and Karl rally together against Darcy. Drew and Stephanie begin working on a project together. Dione makes a shocking discovery.

Episode 3868
Network Ten: 03/10/2001
BBC: 20/11/2001
UK Gold: 23/02/2006

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Archie Whitehead: Jeffrey Booth

Summary:-
Dione is a shattered woman and swears Toadie to secrecy. Evan and Maggie confront Leo with their fears. Matt's dreams may have finally come true.

Episode 3869
Network Ten: 04/10/2001
BBC: 21/11/2001
UK Gold: 23/02/2006

Written by Clare Mendes
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
John Allen: Adrian Mulraney
Zack Shaw: Owen Lee

Summary:-
Lou tries to come to terms with the concept of two Daddies. Libby quits her job. Joe and Lyn create an awkward situation for Flick with Matt. Michelle may have found her first love.

Episode 3870
Network Ten: 05/10/2001
BBC: 22/11/2001
UK Gold: 24/02/2006

Written by Jenny Lewis
Directed by Robert Meillon
Guest stars
John Allen: Adrian Mulraney
Sally Allen: Catherine Hill
Pat Miller: Matt Norman

Summary:-
As romance seems to be lurking around the corner for Tad and Flick, Paul's future hangs in the balance. Drew and Libby go head-to-head as Libby tries to justify her decision.

Episode 3871
Network Ten: 08/10/2001
BBC: 23/11/2001
UK Gold: 24/02/2006

Written by Martin McKenna
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
John Allen: Adrian Mulraney
Stevie Ricks: Anthony Danquah

Summary:-
Dione examines her options - the pressure's on for her to tell. Flick seals a tricky situation with a kiss. Michelle and Paul make a bet, and just how much is Lou willing to share Lolly?

Episode 3872
Network Ten: 09/10/2001
BBC: 26/11/2001
UK Gold: 27/02/2006

Written by John Davies
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
John Allen: Adrian Mulraney
Arnie Bradford: Rick Stead
Mick Crowe: Tom Sharp

Summary:-
Lou feels as if he's losing Lolly as John pushes the boundaries. Leo forces Evan and Maggie to take drastic action. Flick and Tad make a decision to be more than just friends.

Episode 3873
Network Ten: 10/10/2001
BBC: 27/11/2001
UK Gold: 27/02/2006

Written by Margaret Wilson
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Dave Gorman: Cameron MacDonald
Eddie Broomhall: Alex Marriott
Adam Stevens: Nicholas Colla

Summary:-
Leo's secret is still safe, but for how long? Libby gets carried away with her magazine dream, and Karl decides it is time to let Darcy win. Paul learns a lesson about counting his blessings.

Note: The character "Dave Gorman" in this episode is named after a comedian.

Episode 3874
Network Ten: 11/10/2001
BBC: 28/11/2001
UK Gold: 28/02/2006

Written by Sally Webb
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Zack Shaw: Owen Lee

Summary:-
Karl gives up the fight, and Steph worries about her bank account. Drew finally gets Libby to admit her anxieties. First love is dawning as Zack and Michelle get closer.

Episode 3875
Network Ten: 12/10/2001
BBC: 29/11/2001
UK Gold: 28/02/2006

Written by Don Battye
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Sally Allen: Catherine Hill

Summary:-
Lou puts his foot down with John and Sandy Allen. Harold's council meeting doesn't go according to plan when the long arm of the law pulls his dreams. Steph's mystery increases. Joe hits problems on the business front and is forced back into uniform.