Neighbours Episode Guide: 5301-5325

Episode 5301
Network Ten: 17/09/2007
BBC: 10/12/2007

Written by Elizabeth Packett
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Brad Jordan: Brendan O'Connor
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Courier: Ben Terrell

Summary:-
Adam thinks Paul might be guilty after all. Paul confesses his crime to Gus' sister. Millionaire Oliver is shocked to find all his money frozen. Reckless Declan tries to lure Bridget into a joyride.

Episode 5302
Network Ten: 18/09/2007
BBC: 11/12/2007

Written by Jenny Lewis
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood
Pat Carter: Sarah-Jane St. Clair

Summary:-
Paul is offered a chance at redemption - or is he? Rosie encourages Frazer into babysitting Charlie. Pepper fights her growing jealousy of Sophie.

Episode 5303
Network Ten: 19/09/2007
BBC: 12/12/2007

Written by Drew Proffitt
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Brad Jordan: Brendan O'Connor

Summary:-
Rebecca allows Paul back into her heart. Rosie and Frazer solve one problem to encounter another. Pepper torpedos her own dinner party. Elle and Riley work together to save Paul. Reckless Bridget succumbs to Declan's joyride.

Note: Diana Murray did not appear

Episode 5304
Network Ten: 20/09/2007
BBC: 13/12/2007

Written by Anthony Morris
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Jackie Jones: Kristin Keam
Bill Chalmers: John Benton
Tyler Smith: Brody McPharlane
Tony Aristedes: George Kapiniaris

Summary:-
Ringo's fear of failing sees him steal an exam. Tongue-tied Miranda is swept off her feet by a celebrity chef! Steph improves her political fortunes but loses a big battle. Lou discovers the reason behind Mickey's schoolyard blues.

Episode 5305
Network Ten: 21/09/2007
BBC: 14/12/2007

Written by Stuart Gaunt
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Jackie Jones: Kristin Keam
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson

Summary:-
Toadie drops a bombshell on Steph. Susan suffers a frightening collapse. Susan is determined to track down the exam thief. Ollie declares he'll fight for his parents' legacy.

Episode 5306
Network Ten: 24/09/2007
BBC: 07/01/2008

Written by Jeff Truman
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Dale Hunter: Leon Stripp
Wayne Hunter: Karl Van Moorsel
Penny McGinty: Kate Schuster

Summary:-
Can Steph and Toadie recover when she rejects him? Susan's shock diagnosis: menopause! Declan and Bridget's dragride sees them drive into peril as they are chased through the city. Karl almost catches Rachel returning the exam paper. Valda arrives.

Episode 5307
Network Ten: 25/09/2007
BBC: 08/01/2008

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Dale Hunter: Leon Stripp
Wayne Hunter: Karl Van Moorsel
Jackie Jones: Kristin Keam
Theo Balsanis: Christian Bell
Paper Boy: Christian Charisou

Summary:-
Steph and Janae fight for Stingray's wall. Is Steph committed to her engagement? Declan and Bridget are further caught up in a dangerous obsession.

Episode 5308
Network Ten: 26/09/2007
BBC: 09/01/2008

Written by Katrina Foster
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Helen Carr: Margot Fenley

Summary:-
Rachel takes the fall for Ringo. Rosie uncovers Frazer's scheme to risk it all. Pepper struggles with her lack of confidence at work and in love.

Episode 5309
Network Ten: 27/09/2007
BBC: 10/01/2008

Written by Sacha Hamilton
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood

Summary:-
Laura and Nick decide to step up their extortion plans for Paul. Lou and Valda can't resist sparring like old times. Elle questions Riley's jealousy over Oliver.

Episode 5310
Network Ten: 28/09/2007
BBC: 11/01/2008

Written by Scott Taylor
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Dale Hunter: Leon Stripp
Wayne Hunter: Karl Van Moorsel

Summary:-
Bridget and Declan's illegal street racing draws police attention... and their parents'. Elle's suspicions over Laura land her in hot water. Pepper's gloves are off when she confronts Sophie.

Episode 5311
Network Ten: 01/10/2007
BBC: 14/01/2008

Written by Peter Dick
Directed by Jet Wilkinson
Guest stars
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood

Summary:-
Susan unintentionally causes a hit and run. Paul stuns Elle when he invites Laura and Nick home and Bridget rejects Declan's advances.

Episode 5312
Network Ten: 02/10/2007
BBC: 15/01/2008

Written by Hamish Cameron
Directed by Jet Wilkinson
Guest stars
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood

Summary:-
Miranda and Steve are grief stricken when Bridget is found after the accident and Susan is oblivious to her role in the incident. Nick reveals his kidnap plot to Laura.

Episode 5313
Network Ten: 03/10/2007
BBC: 16/01/2008

Written by Anthony Morris
Directed by Jet Wilkinson
Guest stars
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore

Summary:-
Bridget's life hangs in the balance as Susan makes a horrifying realisation. While on the run, Declan finds himself in a dangerous ally.

Episode 5314
Network Ten: 04/10/2007
BBC: 17/01/2008

Written by Judith Colquhoun
Directed by Jet Wilkinson
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Dr. Demi Vinton: Angela Twigg
Nurse Marie Chaplin: Sarah Oldmeadow

Summary:-
As Bridget clings to life, Susan confesses that she is the hit and run driver.

Episode 5315
Network Ten: 05/10/2007
BBC: 18/01/2008

Written by Jenny Lewis
Directed by Jet Wilkinson
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore

Summary:-
Oliver, Rebecca and Paul are devastated to learn Declan has been kidnapped. Susan faces a very public arrest, while Valda inspires Carmella to invest in her future online.

Episode 5316
Network Ten: 08/10/2007
BBC: 21/01/2008

Written by Jeff Truman
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Dr. Demi Vinton: Angela Twigg
Emma Watson: Chloe Stark

Summary:-
Declan plans an escape from his captors. Bridget's family struggles to cope with her coma. Susan's world tumbles around her when even the school isn't supportive.

Note: Valda and Sophie didn't appear in this episode

Episode 5317
Network Ten: 09/10/2007
BBC: 22/01/2008

Written by Megan Harbert
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Dr. Demi Vinton: Angela Twigg
Brad Jordan: Brendan O'Connor
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Snr. Const. Jack Norton: Mick Preston
Al Raunjak: Matthew Osborne

Summary:-
The Parkers have twenty four hours until Bridget's life support is switched off. Riley's article provokes a shock attack on the Kennedys, while Rebecca takes matters into her own hands to save her son.

Episode 5318
Network Ten: 10/10/2007
BBC: 23/01/2008

Written by Ben Marshall
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood
Dr. Demi Vinton: Angela Twigg
Sgt. Matt Patterson: Ricky Sneddon
Policeman #1: Aaron Sterns
Policeman #2: James Beaumont

Summary:-
Rachel is rushed to hospital, widening the feud with Bridget's family. Police storm Nick's caravan to find he and Laura have fled with Declan, but Rebecca's private deal also goes awry and Declan escapes only to find danger in the bush.

Episode 5319
Network Ten: 11/10/2007
BBC: 24/01/2008

Written by Drew Proffitt
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Dr. Demi Vinton: Angela Twigg

Summary:-
Declan faces a night alone in the bush. Bridget wakes but faces a long road to recovery. Tensions rise between Toadie and Bridget's family when he agrees to defend Susan.

Episode 5320
Network Ten: 12/10/2007
BBC: 25/01/2008

Written by Linda Stainton
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Dr. Demi Vinton: Angela Twigg

Summary:-
Declan is lost in the bush - will Rebecca find him in time? Miranda shields Bridget from the extent of her injuries.

Episode 5321
Network Ten: 15/10/2007
BBC: 28/01/2008

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Dr. Jeremy Levi: Roger Neave
James Anderson: Daniel Whyte
Francie Taylor: Tegan Higginbotham
Declan Double: Dylan Hyne

Summary:-
Bridget struggles to accept her disability and her parents' fussing. The fallout from Declan's kidnapping brings out deeper emotional issues. Mickey blames Janae for poisoning Jake.

Episode 5322
Network Ten: 16/10/2007
BBC: 29/01/2008

Written by John Hanlon
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney

Summary:-
Bridget shuns her parents' help but when her stubbornness leads to danger, Declan is there to save her. Oliver tries to stop Declan making an explosive mistake but Rebecca worries about their new bond.

Episode 5323
Network Ten: 17/10/2007
BBC: 30/01/2008

Written by Scott Taylor
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Gorilla Man: Steven Sammut

Summary:-
Humiliated Bridget rejects Declan. Karl vents his fears at unforgiving Miranda. Riley stuns Oliver with a very public attack at the end of the marathon.

Episode 5324
Network Ten: 18/10/2007
BBC: 31/01/2008

Written by Helen MacWhirter
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Jude Troy: Matthew Molony

Summary:-
What will Miranda make of Karl's heartfelt plea to keep Susan out of prison? Carmella refuses Rosie and Frazer's offer to invest in her business when she realises it's causing tension between them.

Episode 5325
Network Ten: 19/10/2007
BBC: 01/02/2008

Written by Katrina Foster
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
James Anderson: Daniel Whyte
Marco Silvani: Jesse Rosenfeld

Summary:-
Miranda tells Susan to plead not guilty but won't forgive her. Pepper tries to help Ringo with his eating disorder. Carmella attracts more than the business interests of a charming investor, Marco.