Season 32

2016 · 240 episodes

Episodes

1Episode 7271The heart monitor beeps steadily. Toadie is in surgery undergoing an operation to remove the bullet fragment from his spinal canal. While Sonya anxiously waits, she discovers a notice at the Nurses Station welcoming a new nurse Belinda Bell.
2Episode 7272At the hospital, Sonya refuses to leave Toadie's side and anxiously waits for him to wake up. Steph tries to reassure her that Belinda wouldn't have hurt Toadie and that it was just an unfortunate accident. Despite Steph's reassurance, Sonya can't shake off the guilt she feels for Toadie's condition.
3Episode 7273Paige has been rescued from her kidnappers and is in the hospital with her family. She tells them that the kidnappers thought she was someone else and that the real target, Michelle, is still in danger. Meanwhile, Paul proposes a business partnership to Amy, but she is hesitant due to their family ties.
4Episode 7274Amy and Kyle have a conversation about Paul's latest investor, and Kyle expresses his doubts about the legitimacy of the investment. However, Amy reassures him that she trusts Paul and believes he has changed. This indicates that Amy's relationship with Paul has improved, and she sees him in a different light now.
5Episode 7275Amber confronts Josh about kissing her, and asks if he had hoped it would lead to them getting back together if he moved to Brisbane. Lauren tells Brad that Amber is moving to Brisbane and that Josh is considering following her. However, Amber tells Josh he should stay behind in Erinsborough to deal with his personal issues.
6Episode 7276Amy starts to worry that shes taking advantage of Kyle in enlisting his help with the gazebo business. She points out that running a business together is one of the things that drove a wedge between her and Liam and seeing her concern, Kyle asks if she wants him to back off and leave the business to her and Paul.
7Episode 7277Mark is showering Paige with attention after her kidnapping and Paige cant help but love it. Seeing Marks concern for her she agrees to be careful and to stop worrying about Michelle. But when Michelle turns up at the Turner house bruised and begging for a place to stay, Paige finds she cant turn her back on her new friend.
8Episode 7278Nervous about Belindas warning, Sonya enacts her plan to push Belinda and Steph closer together. Belinda helps Toadie begin his rehab, but its Steph who wins a victory when she encourages Toadie to stand for the first time in months. Belinda struggles to spend time around Steph, and finally comes clean about her suspicions of why Sonya offered her the job.
9Episode 7279Amy is stunned to learn the truth of Pauls gaslighting of Steph when Sonya accidentally lets the details slip. Shes on her way to stage is surprise birthday party, and suddenly finds herself uncomfortable at the prospect. Amy is determined to hear his side of the story, but her attempts to get him alone at the gathering fail.
10Episode 7280Jimmy is rushed to hospital following Bossys attack. While Kyle and Sheila try to get to the bottom of what happened, council ranger Carla arrives, having received a complaint about a dangerous dog. Kyle and Sheila defend Bossys actions, but Carla reveals she knows of Bossys recent aggressive behaviour and takes her away to the pound.
11Episode 7281Steph is organising a singles night at The Waterhole and is desperate for people to attend she asks Lauren and Terese separately but both decline. Terese changes her mind at Sonyas urging however and decides to attend with Imogen. They arrive to find Josh, Tyler and Brad there. Its awkward. Things get even more awkward when Lauren arrives.
12Episode 7282Nate is shocked to learn that Dimato has threatened to harm the Kennedys if Karl speaks out about Michelles abuse. Nate thinks the best course of action is to keep quiet but when the Kennedys insist on going to the police, Nate request some time to consider all other options before they do this.
13Episode 7283Its the day the council decide on Bossys future. Kyle asks Amy to come along to the hearing, but she makes excuses, unsure how she feels on the subject. Kyles overjoyed when the council agree to let Bossy return home but only if all the other tenants at No. 26 agree. Sheilas all for it, and Kyle assures her Amy will be too.
14Episode 7284Sonya realises that she and Toadie are trying just a little bit too hard to connect, and this is brought into relief when Toadie is bright and enthusiastic about Steph receiving a photo of Charlie. When she confesses this to Amy, Amy counsels honesty. She knows from experience that not being honest can kill a relationship.
15Episode 7285A mysterious young woman arrives in Ramsay Street, ruffling feathers first with Kyle, then with Tyler and Daniel when she makes disparaging remarks about the area. At the Waterhole, she tries to swindle a free meal from Sheila by claiming to find a hair in her burger. When Sheila wont budge, she makes a run for it, and Kyle is forced to block the exit.
16Episode 7286Reeling from Xanthes bombshell that shes Garys daughter, Kyle and Sheila wonder if this is another trick, given shes got form for lying to them. At the same time, Xanthe refuses to believe their story that Gary is in prison, and her conviction that he would have told her because of their closeness drives the knife deeper into Kyles heart over Garys abandonment .
17Episode 7287Following the discovery that Piper kissed Tyler, Terese demands an explanation - and involves Brad in the situation. Piper is told she can no longer work with Tyler, and Brad warns Tyler to keep away from her altogether. When Imogen bumps into Tyler in Lassisters Complex, she accuses him of using her to hurt Piper the night before.
18Episode 7288Paige and Michelles friendship seems to be blossoming, much to Pauls chagrin. But after seeking counsel from Amy, Pauls conscience wins out and he alerts Paige to the goings on at the apartment, warning her that somethings going down. Spooked, Paige goes to the apartment to find it full of stolen goods.
19Episode 7289After Paul tips Paige off re Michelle and Dimatos plan, she reaches out to him for help realising shes in over her head. Hes initially reluctant but then takes her under his wing, helping her keep a very curly legal situation at bay. She almost gets sprung by Mark twice piquing her guilt and making her wish she was more honest with him from the get go.
20Episode 7290As if Paul didnt have enough on his plate, he also gets a visit from Hilary, whos demanding he return the fifty dollars she invested in his failed gazebo business. When Daniel realises Imogen is the one giving Hilary legal advice, he spies a chance to spend some quality sparring time with his ex, and offers to step in and negotiate with her.
21Episode 7291Xanthes desperate for money, although shes not living too rough, given shes taken to bunking down in an empty display home. She encounters Piper and the two girls quickly strike up a friendship. Upon hearing of Xanthes money troubles, Piper suggests Xanthe throw a party at the display home, and charge people money to enter.
22Episode 7292Paul has held out an olive branch to Lyn and in her vulnerable state she has decided to take it. They begin to bond and Paul feels like hes inching closer to the shares hes so desperate to get his hands on. He even goes as far as approaching Steph to help broach peace between mother and daughter.
23Episode 7293Steph is stunned to find out the shares Lyn put in trust for her before she went to jail are worth seventy thousand dollars. When Steph confronts Paul over trying to seduce them out of Lyn, she discovers he wanted them to lease a run down motel, turn it around and make a fortune, and it has Steph contemplating what to do with her windfall.
24Episode 7294In keeping with their lets start afresh resolution, Lauren and Brad introduce themselves and are amazed at the coincidence that they are both at the party to celebrate their daughters hens night. Whats more, theyve drawn the same challenge to make someone elses bed to Marks neat standards without getting sprung.
25Episode 7295Its the morning after the combined hensbucks party and everyone is in good spirits, especially a loved up Imogen who spent the night with Daniel but when Brad emerges with Lauren, Imogens bliss turns to shock when she learns the couple have reunited and are moving back in together. Brad tries to hose her down, revealing he loves Lauren and wants to make things work with her.
26Episode 7296Knowing Lyns outside with Charlie, Stephs ready to charge out to see him, but Toadie stops her. She cant go out there not until she knows whether Charlie has permission to be in Erinsborough.
27Episode 7297Charlie and Steph find themselves face to face. Charlies upset the last time they met, she told him to go away. She tries to reason with him that she was ill, but he doesnt want to hear it. Later, after a talk with Susan, Charlie agrees to hear Steph out. Toadie warns Steph against any further contact, but she insists she has to make this right with her son.
28Episode 7298After turning up to discover his nuptials are about to take place, an in shock Mark pulls out his cuffs and arrests Paige. Brad and Lauren follow them onto Ramsay Street in horror, as a silent Mark takes her away.
29Episode 7299Arriving home in the wake of her confrontation with Mark, Paige is immediately greeted with the reminders of a future that may never be now. Shes also greeted with her mother, who has arrived as a surprise for the wedding. Quickly realising something is very wrong, Mary counsels patience, but Paige is beyond that, eager to move on.
30Episode 7300Piper learns that her misinformed muckraking video has gone viral. Not only is Sonya is livid with Piper for posting the video against her wishes, but Tyler is angry because shes embarrassed and humiliated Courtney.
31Episode 7301Lyn returns to Erinsborough and is shocked to discover Steph is going into business with Paul. Lyn thinks Steph is making a huge mistake but Steph is convinced this deal with Paul is an opportunity to set herself up financially, for both herself and Charlie. Lyn tells Karl that she has an instinct that Pauls up to something dodgy and Steph could lose everything.
32Episode 7302Pauls plans for the hotel development hit a major hurdle when hes confronted with Dougs cheque. Paul insists that Doug is a willing investor, but when Brad finds out he is furious that Paul apparently took advantage of his vulnerable father. He tears the cheque up, and Steph also pulls out of the deal.
33Episode 7303With a health inspector arriving that afternoon to check on the motel, Paul and Steph rally Doug and Josh to help with the clean-up. Steph ropes in Amy, whos reluctant at first, but agrees to help once she sees how desperate Steph is. The group work together to clean up the motel and they pass the inspection.
34Episode 7304Attempting to help him forget his troubles, Aaron and Kyle take Mark out on a boys night. Waking the next morning in the motel, Mark has no memory of the night before and neither do the rest of the boys.
35Episode 7305Paige is excited about going to university, and she tags along with Imogen to her first class gender studies. Paige is confident shell ace the subject, but after making a gaffe in the tutorial, coupled with some thoughtless remarks from Courtney, Paige is left insecure about what shes doing. When Mark comes across an upset Paige, he cant help but offer her support.
36Episode 7306After discovering she was elected Mayor, Sonya isnt sure what to make of it how is she going to juggle everything. Toadie tries to reassure, but as demands and meeting times start flooding in before shes even on the clock Sonya knows shes in for a rollercoaster ride.
37Episode 7307Steph is put in a difficult position when Philippa arrives, having discovered that Charlie had made his way to Erinsborough. Shes not happy, and although she sees the growing bond between Steph and Charlie, she takes Charlie away. Steph has no idea when she is going to see her son again. Philippa, though, gently probes Charlie as to Stephs condition, then asks to see Lyn.
38Episode 7308Sheilas trying to crack down on Xanthe with tough love, after the fiasco with the stolen exam. But Xanthes complaining every step of the wayespecially when she gets a job offer from Paul for his new motel and Sheila shuts it down in favour of making Xanthe do chores.
39Episode 7309The heatwave continues. Convinced shes caused Sheilas collapse, a desperate and guilty Xanthe calls on Piper for help. First aid training kicking in, Piper calms a distressed Sheila. As the girls wait on news of Sheila at the hospital, Piper makes it clear that she will stand by Xanthe.
40Episode 7310Its another blazing hot summer day in Erinsborough and the residents of Ramsay Street are feeling hot under the collar for more reasons than one.
41Episode 7311Paul and Terese are trapped in the storeroom at Robinsons with no power and consequently, no air conditioning. With no one to hear their cries for help and with the only window covered with bars they are well and truly stuck together. When the oppressive heat becomes unbearable, Paul suggests they disrobe.
42Episode 7312Steph and Toadie prepare for the mediation session with Philippa and Stephs erratic behaviour triggers concerns for Toadie. Having missed a dose of her medication, and unknowingly suffering from heat exhaustion, Steph tries to keep herself in control. However the stress of the mediation compounded by the days heat sees Steph lose it, little by little.
43Episode 7313Susan is rushed into hospital suffering from heatstroke and severe dehydration. Worried Karl quickly guesses that shes been suffering from MS symptoms and keeping them from him. They both agree that she had a lucky escape, but it doesnt take long before Karls attentiveness and fussing begins to make Susan feel hemmed in.
44Episode 7314Xanthe returns home to learn Sheila has been rushed to the hospital, having suffered a suspected and genuine heart attack. She races to Sheilas bedside to find a furious Kyle, who accuses her of leaving Sheila for dead and tries to eject her from the room.
45Episode 7315Worried about Sheila, Kyle tries his best to prevent her from finding out that Xanthe has gone into care by getting Xanthe to come back home before Sheila wakes up. He arranges a meeting with the DHS case worker in which he and Amy try to impress her with their family attitudes.
46Episode 7316Pipers determined to cover up the fact that Doug was aggressive with her, but Lauren finds out whats going on and encourages the kids to tell Brad. Brad consults their doctor who has advised it may be time to consider putting Doug into a home. No one wants that, but it seems to be the only option.
47Episode 7317Steph tries to apologise to Paul after her bikie mates took sweet revenge out on him. But hes not happy and lashes out at Steph. Already fragile, she declares she shouldnt be in this business, she has a poison hand shes out. When Mark finds out from Paul about what happened, he goes to check up on Steph, under the ruse of getting her help fixing a motorbike carburettor.
48Episode 7318Steph and Marks kiss ends awkwardly when Mark isnt sure about taking it further. Feeling rejected, Steph tells Mark to leave. Confused, Mark confides in Tyler who warns his big brother that Steph is not the sort of girl you rebound with too much baggage. When Sonya finds out what happened she encourages Steph to make peace with Mark.
49Episode 7319Tyler is banned from The Waterhole under Tom Quills orders. Imogen protests that the punishment is too extreme especially since its her fault. But Daniel thinks Imogen doth protest too much, and wonders why shes getting so fired up about it. Imogen tells him its because Tylers a friend. Despite finding it odd, Daniel takes this on face value.
50Episode 7320The Willis family is surprised to learn that Brad has been contacted by a former coaching client, Brodie Chaswick, who wants to come to the house to talk to all of them. The Willises speculate that he wants to apologise for his past misdeeds, which include him accusing Brad and Josh of cheating with steroids.
51Episode 7321Taking over from a sick Sonya, Aaron coordinates testing of the sandwiches, convinced theyre the source of the poisoning. When Daniel quizzes Lauren, she insists she wasnt responsible, and his suspicion falls on Paul, but he too denies any involvement.
52Episode 7322When Jimmy hurts his arm in a game of backyard cricket, Amy has every faith that Nene will be able to treat him. However, Kyle clocks Nenes hesitation when shes given the call to action. When she makes some questionable treatment choices, Kyle manages to convince Amy to take Jimmy over to Karl just to be on the safe side.
53Episode 7323Mediation day is here and Stephs nerves threaten to get the better of her. Knowing the stakes are high, Steph privately wrestles with whether or not to contact Philippas aggrieved ex-husband, who would be sure to cast aspersions on Philippas character.
54Episode 7324Amy is feeling guilty about her decision to keep the contents of Georgias letter from Kyle. Sheila advises her to let it go and move on, but Amy seeks reassurance from Kyle, reminding him hes still technically married.
55Episode 7325After being chastised by Tyler for flirting with him, Imogen is back next morning making breakfast for Daniel in a defiant display of attentiveness to her boyfriend. Uneasy with the situation, Tyler asks Daniel if the love-birds have thought about moving in together its the logical next step in their relationship, surely.
56Episode 7326Steph is anxiously awaiting Charlies arrival. Its a trial visit, and Steph is scared if it doesnt go well then Philippa and Max wont let Charlie return. Mark reassures Steph itll be fine. They finish working on the bike Stephs doing up for Charlie, but when he finally arrives, things dont go well.
57Episode 7327After an afternoon of passion, and a gormless comment from Tyler, Mark is unsure about where he stands with Steph. Steph confides in Amy that shes worried Mark is uncomfortable that her last relationship was with a woman.
58Episode 7328After being confronted by Amys friends, a distraught Nene seeks out Paul, begging for help. She fears Amy will now think shes unstable, and she wants Paul to convince her not to abandon her. A worried Paul cautiously agrees to talk to Amy.
59Episode 7329Karl, Amy and Kyle agree that Nene must come clean to Brad about what shes done to Doug. Nervous, and with support around her, she does. Karl offers that Brad is in within his rights to make a complaint about Nene, but Brad thinks Doug should decide after Nene tells him to his face that she manipulated him.
60Episode 7330Love hasnt been kind to Imogen and Paige. Imogen is insecure at Daniels decision to take a relationship break, while Paige works to push away the pain of losing Mark. Doug tries to rally the girls but tensions spill over when Paige tries to set up Imogen with a handsome stranger.
61Episode 7331Sonya deals with the fallout from the Aaron corruption scandal. She wants to put it all behind her, but Toadie makes her realise that crimes have been committed and she has to report them to the police. She does, but the whole process is unpleasant.
62Episode 7332Brad is stressed when Piper spends the night away from home with Brodie. Some gentle advice from Lauren puts Piper back on the right path, intent on returning to her family in spite of Brodie’s attempts at emotional manipulation. But when Brad and Terese confront the couple, things get heated and Piper is pushed back to Brodie, who has a shock suggestion.
63Episode 7333Piper comes to the garage to ask Tyler for money - but when he learns its so she can run away to Perth with Brodie, he refuses. Piper stalks off, determined to push past her niggling doubts about being leaving town. Later at Harolds, Tyler sees Brodie and asks him to rethink taking Piper away from her family.
64Episode 7334At a roadside stop, Piper stalls for time after discovering Brodie has taken her phone, replied to text messages and has organised a share-house for them in Perth. Realising her boyfriend has lost all sense of reality, she manages to text Tyler who drops everything and comes to pick her up.
65Episode 7335Susan and Karl express their dismay over Ben and Xanthes antics but Ben is quick to insist he had no idea the drink was alcoholic Xanthe didnt tell him. Susan decrees that Ben is not to see Xanthe or Piper while hes in Erinsborough the girls are trouble and will only lead him astray.
66Episode 7336Josh is disappointed when Brad isnt immediately supportive of his decision to move to Queensland to be with Matilda. He goes to Lassiters to tell Terese, hoping for a better response, and winds up crossing swords with Daniel when he gives Josh a hard time for being immature and impulsive.
67Episode 7337The aftermath of the Lassiters explosion Karl knocks on a hotel room door and were astounded as the occupant of the room is revealed to be Sarah Beaumont. It begs the question whats going on here. Karls eager to get Sarah out of the hotel, but she sprained her ankle during the explosion. Susan, meanwhile, phones Karl, checking on his wellbeing.
68Episode 7338Fallout from the Lassiters explosion continues when the door of Room 501 opens to reveal a confused Doug - and we soon discover the young man trying to evacuate him from the building is none other than Brads estranged son, Ned - visiting at Dougs request in the hope of achieving a family reconciliation.
69Episode 7339Having lost his son and his father in the same afternoon, Brad is emotionally at sea which is why having found Ned in the shadows of Dougs death, hes so keen to hang on to him. The two men dont really know each other anymore, a fact brought home by Neds awkwardness around his father. When Lauren spies a distinctive tattoo on Neds chest, she becomes cautious of him.
70Episode 7340With the tragedy unfolding, Kyle’s hesitant to leave, but explains to Sheila that he has to follow his heart and go be with Georgia. Kyle offers Amy the business and has a tough time of explaining his departure to Jimmy. When he says his final farewells, everyone is devastated to see he and Bossy go.
71Episode 7341When Steph presents to Paul the incriminating evidence that she found inside his briefcase, Paul realises that someone is trying to frame him for the Lassiters explosion. Desperate, he enlists Nenes help, asking her to corroborate on a false alibi with him. Despite Nenes reservations, her soft spot for Paul gets the better of her and she plays along with the lie.
72Episode 7342The community are still rocked by the explosion at Lassiters. Terese is shell-shocked at losing her son and Brad, who also lost his dad, comes over to offer support. When Brad discovers Paul Robinson has been taken in for questioning by the police he assumes the worst. Paul is responsible for the explosion. Terese defends Paul and protests his innocence.
73Episode 7343With the news about Paul being held in remand still fresh on everyones minds, a sympathetic Steph arrives to check in on the Willis girls and to drop off a casserole. But shes shocked when Piper takes out her grief and anger on her, smashing the casserole dish and declaring her belief that Steph was involved in the explosion at Lassiters.
74Episode 7344Nate returns to his job at The Waterhole, and admits to Sheila that hes worried about Aaron. But he no longer feels its his place to reach out to him. Sheila can see Nate still has feelings for his ex, and urges him to be there as a friend for now. Realising how hard Aarons taken his job loss, Nate approaches Sonya, hoping to convince her to re-hire Aaron as her assistant.
75Episode 7345Having just confessed to killing Tom Quill, Aaron clams up again, not wanting to drag Nate into his mess. But Nate desperately wants to help Aaron and convinces him to tell him what happened. Finally swayed, Aaron admits that just before the explosion, he encountered Tom in the underground car park of the hotel.
76Episode 7346Lauren keeps the truth about Neds break-in at Pam and Dougs house from Brad. Ned is grateful, determined to prove himself to his family before he reveals his dark past. But when Brad notices the ongoing strain between Ned and Pam, Lauren gently urges Ned to open up.
77Episode 7347Terese remains distraught over the appearance of Paul at Joshs funeral, and seeks an outlet for her grief, first confronting Steph over her decision to pay his bail and then Paul himself. Despite Pauls insistence on his innocence, Terese refuses to believe him.
78Episode 7348Karl reports what he thinks was Sarahs indecent proposal to a horrified Susan. Susan takes Sarah to task, and wont listen when Sarah tries to explain its all a big misunderstanding. Sarah tries to hold Susan in the conversation, and in a bid to get away, Susan closes her car door accidentally catching Sarahs hand.
79Episode 7349Amy vents to Tyler that Kyle only offered to sell her the yard cheap to make himself feel better about leaving. She doesn’t want to let him off the hook. Nor does she want anything she hasn’t earned. Tyler helps her realise she deserves a break. Amy decides to stay in Erinsborough and make the yard her own and ‘The Handywoman’ is born.
80Episode 7350Weighed down by the audit hanging over her head, Sonya is in the thick of searching for receipts, assets, tax returns and other financial information - but shes not as organised as Toadie and bemoans her chaotic non-existent filing system to Steph.
81Episode 7351Its ANZAC Day, and Aaron has accompanied Nate to the Dawn Service, and then onto The Waterhole for the traditional two-up competition. The boys take comfort in each other, not realising theyre being watched by a mysterious POV. However, things take a worrying turn when Aaron receives a threatening text from a mysterious number I know what you did to Tom Quill.
82Episode 7352Susan apologises to Sarah, who is gracious. It becomes clear to Susan during the discussion that Sarah is holding something back, and she talks to Karl about it, picking holes in all of Sarahs justifications for coming to Erinsborough when her time left is so limited.
83Episode 7353Piper is shattered by Tylers confession, mainly because hes been sitting on the truth for so long, and even if he does prove to be innocent, Piper isnt sure that shell be able to forgive him. Mark is also irate about Tyler not coming forward sooner, but diligently sets about investigating the claim.
84Episode 7354Following the Citizen of the Year Awards ceremony, Lauren starts to suspect Ned is responsible for sending the humiliating drone footage to Sonya. She confronts him, and he admits it, revealing he was hurt that Brad has photos and mementos of all his other kids, and none of him.
85Episode 7355Nate reveals that he texted Julie Quill to test if she was the mystery texter but its not her. However, whoever it is has demanded ten grand to be placed in the old well that afternoon. Aaron is freaked, and Nate tries to comfort him with a kiss. In his vulnerable state, Aaron allows it, and it leads to more.
86Episode 7356Sarahs on edge as she awaits the arrival of her son, Angus. She reveals to Karl and Susan that she hasnt told Angus that his stay is anything more than a holiday or that she has cancer, a fact that greatly worries Karl and Susan. When Sarah learns her recent round of chemo has been unsuccessful, she decides to not have further treatment.
87Episode 7357When Sarah leaves Angus to hang out with Ben once more, they fight over the money Angus took from Ben and has since started to spend. Susan and Karl become aware all is not well between the boys. Ben admits Angus is a pain in the neck and wants nothing more to do with him, jeopardising Sarahs plans.
88Episode 7358Sarah has warned Karl and Susan that Angus could go off the rails when she leaves, but they reassure her she needs to continue her cancer treatment and Munich is her best shot. Theyll be able to handle Angus. But when Angus finds out the news he grows angry, feeling once more abandoned by his mother.
89Episode 7359Arriving home in the wake of lashing out at bully Alison Gore, Sheila is facing the dawning reality of what shes done. Made all the more pointed by Xanthes mortification and finally drilled home when Mark calls to inform Sheila that Alisons mother, Jackie, intends to pursue legal action.
90Episode 7360Paige and John are excited to finally meet someone who knew John prior to the explosion but their excitement is short lived as they learn little new information. But Paige is not going to give up easily. Paige jumps on the idea that John is a fan of the Geelong Cats and the Cunningham Pier.
91Episode 7361Paige accompanies John to Geelong, hoping to help him recover his memories of his past. While walking on the beach, John tells Paige that he has thought about his past, both good and bad. At Harolds caf, Piper interrupts her interview with Sonya to apologize to Ned for her behavior and they agree to do the interview again.
92Episode 7362Piper and Tyler inform Brad about the discrepancies they discovered in Neds story about the day of the Lassiters disaster. Brads dubiousnot believing Neds bitterness towards him could run that deepuntil Lauren reveals Ned was the one who broadcast the embarrassing images at the Citizen of the Year awards.
93Episode 7363The tension continues to simmer between Ben and Angus over the stolen money. Aware that all is not well if not the reason why Susan asks Ben to look out for Angus on his first day at Erinsborough High. Piper sees Bens unhappy, and he shares that Angus stole his share of Tom Quills money.
94Episode 7364John is rattled by Dustin running off at the sight of Mark, and despite Paige reassuring him that it doesnt mean hes in trouble with the law, John isnt convinced. Mark adds fuel to the fire, also suspecting there is something dodgy going on. When Paige discovers Dustins cut off all contact, Johns forced to re-evaluate who he is and whether staying in Erinsborough is for the best.
95Episode 7365On learning that Paul wants Aaron to help clear his name, Aarons sceptical. Pauls already been charged - this is way outside Aarons capacity as a brand manager. Paul clarifies hes been tried and convicted by public opinion and wants a platform to present his case, which is exactly what Aaron can provide.
96Episode 7366Toadies not happy when Sonyas long lost uncle Walter appears, wanting to see Sonya. Toadie suspects hes been on a bender, and wants him gone before Sonya gets home from her conference. While Walters off getting cleaned up, Steph demands to know whats going on. Toadie fills her in.
97Episode 7367Sonya arrives home early from her conference, and finds Toadie with Walter. Walters awestruck to come face-to-face with Sonya after so long, but before he can introduce himself, guilt-stricken Toadie covers, introducing him as his client, Mitch, who was just about to leave. Given little choice, Walter heads off.
98Episode 7368As preparations continue for Xanthes sixteenth birthday party, tensions rise among the group of friends. Bens jealousy towards Angus buying Xanthe a gift is causing friction, but Xanthe tries to ease his worries by assuring him that she appreciated the gift from him and the Kennedys.
99Episode 7369Xanthe is feeling down as she searches for her phone. Sheila and Amy try to cheer her up, but their efforts are in vain. Later, Amy discovers a box of condoms in her bag and warns Xanthe to wait for someone she loves.
100Episode 7370Xanthes frustration with Sheilas overbearing nature is evident, but Sheila believes she is doing whats best for her ward. She feels that Xanthe is too young and naive to understand the implications of her actions, and that she needs guidance.
101Episode 7371Toadie confesses to Sonya that her real uncle is Mitch and not Walter, who is a fraud. Toadie didnt tell her earlier because he wasnt sure about Mitchs background, and he didnt want to upset her. However, Sonya is furious that she was the last to know, and she demands to meet Mitch.
102Episode 7372Toadie confesses to Sonya that her real uncle is Mitch and not Walter, who is a fraud. Toadie didnt tell her earlier because he wasnt sure about Mitchs background, and he didnt want to upset her. However, Sonya is furious that she was the last to know, and she demands to meet Mitch. To prevent this, Toadie puts the phone out of her reach.
103Episode 7373Brodies evidence clears his name, but the mystery of who sabotaged the boiler remains unsolved. Meanwhile, Steph is overjoyed to be reunited with her son Charlie, and Mark has planned the ultimate boys day for him. Despite Toadies teasing, Mark is excited to spend quality time with his stepson and show him a good time.
104Episode 7374Johns astounded to come face to face with Mandy, a woman who claims shes the love of his life. He has no memory of her whatsoever, and grills her on his past life. Paige is suspicious when Mandy is vague and cant prove she and John were a couple i. e. with photos or messages.
105Episode 7375Reeling in the wake of witnessing the kiss between John and Mandy, Paige struggles to reconcile her place in Johns world. A dynamic made worse as John finds her and asks her to keep her distance. Genuinely upset, she is counselled by Piper, who convinces her its her duty to herself and to John to properly investigate everything Mandy has said.
106Episode 7376Amys with Steph, blaming herself for Pauls disappearance. Steph tries to remain positive but when she discovers Paul has cleaned out the motels cash box, she realises hes not coming back.
107Episode 7377Xanthe is distraught Piper and Ben betrayed her plan for breast enhancement surgery to Sheila. Sheila is quick to blame Angus, but when Susan stands up for him, Sheila starts to wonder if shes been a bad role model for Xanthe. Susan assures her shes not and Sheila realises Xanthes issues probably began with her vain mother.
108Episode 7378Steph tells Amy that even though she believes that Paul is innocent, she has to do the right thing and tell the police where hes hiding. Neither woman knows that Jimmy has overheard their exchange. Tracking Paul down, Jimmy warns him that the police are coming. Paul panics on hearing a police siren and takes off into dense bushland. Jimmy follows and Paul is unable to shake him off.
109Episode 7379An awkward lunch between Aaron, Nate and Susan, is cut short when Nate receives a mystery phone call. He later reveals to Susan that the call was confirmation that his application to re-enlist in the army was accepted. Assuming this was the reason for the awkwardness at lunch, Susan is stunned afresh when Nate admits that he hasnt told Aaron yet.
110Episode 7380Aaron meets with Tom, who explains why hes convinced Xanthe took his lost cash. Aaron agrees to look into it, and questions Xanthe. She trots out a pre-planned cover story for her whereabouts on the day of the Lassiters explosion, but Aaron quickly spots the holes in her tale. Protective, he warns he can only help her if she comes clean.
111Episode 7381Toadie reveals to Terese and Brad that while he’s taking on Paul’s case, his client will be pleading guilty. Brad uses this as an excuse when Lauren confronts him over the bribery of Cecilia – there won’t be a trial now, so the false testimony will never be heard in the court. Lauren is far from happy, still viewing it as a dangerous risk to take.
112Episode 7382Terese gets on the stand and explains that she paid Cecilia to lie. Paul is devastated - but the case seems to be turning his way at last until the judge refuses to call a mistrial. While the jury is out, Paul, Toadie, Sonya and Steph, sweat on the potential verdict and Amy, rocked upon learning of Tereses stunt starts to have doubts about Pauls guilt.
113Episode 7383Piper raises the alarm about Terese and Lauren and Karl come to her assistance. After examining Terese, Karl deems that shell be fine once shes slept off the booze. Now that she knows her mothers okay, Piper is angry and embarrassed about her drinking. To help her out, Lauren tells Piper to go and be with her friends and shell stay and keep an eye on Terese.
114Episode 7384Ben is astounded when Angus escapes punishment for vandalising the school. Unaware of Sarahs cancer, Ben assumes Susan was lenient because shes mellowed out. He considers coming clean about Tom Quills money in the hope Susan can lend him and Xanthe the ten thousand dollars they need to pay him back.
115Episode 7385John admits to Paige and Amy that hes seen something that triggered a memory. It was the woman the same one he saw earlier, and a van with a logo that was strongly familiar. Paige does an online image search and successfully identifies the logo as belonging to an Engineering company. John is grateful for her help, and approaches the company.
116Episode 7386Haunted by his now vivid memories of being in the boiler room at Lassiters, John tells Paige hes not up to helping out today at Harolds. Paige is concerned for his well being, and vowing to help, she tracks down Megan, the woman John saw driving the van with the company logo he recognised.
117Episode 7387After overhearing Ned and Lauren discuss their kiss, a shocked Piper insists on Brad knowing. Ned assumes the blame entirely and a devastated Brad abruptly exits. Lauren downloads to Steph who counsels clinging to the one positive yes, she kept the kiss secret but at least Brad knows it was completely one-sided.
118Episode 7388Laurens request for Ned to move out angers Brad, pushing him to suggest he might move out as well. The ultimatum is driven by his hurt over Laurens behaviour as much as Neds. When Terese learns of the threat, she takes a surprising stance, telling Brad to forgive Lauren and Ned. Hes already lost one son dont lose another .
119Episode 7389Terese has returned from her health retreat in a better frame of mind, but is shocked to learn that Paul is in hospital following an altercation at the prison. Despite what hes done, she still cares about him. A conversation with Amy prompts Terese to visit Paul in hospital.
120Episode 7390Sonya is preoccupied with thoughts of Walter and his request that she donate her bone marrow to her half-sister, Zoe. Toadie is apprehensive knowing the emotional toll this could take on Sonya, but Sonyas determined to go ahead with the preliminary testing to see if shes a match. Her determination to help is further fuelled when Zoe arrives and proves to be an absolute delight.
121Episode 7391Sonya is in total shock at Walters suggestion that Nell could be a bone marrow donor for Zoe. While she digests, Toadie is instantly outraged, accusing Walter of emotional manipulation, assuming hes been planning this all along. Toadie doesnt want to have a bar of the idea he doesnt want his baby daughter to be potentially traumatised, or used.
122Episode 7392John hands himself into the police, confessing to the flashbacks hes had of himself in the boiler room at Lassiters. Mark calls in Detective Crabb and warns Paige that she needs to reconsider her faith in John, especially since John is convinced of his own guilt.
123Episode 7393Finally walking on a cloud of love and romance, Paige and John agree to have their first proper date at her house shell cook. However, as they part, John sees Julie Quill and gets a quiver of recognition. Before he can work it out, he is called to the police station, where Mark tells him the woman who gave him an alibi for the hotel explosion has re-canted it was a false alibi.
124Episode 7394Paige reels from the revelation that John is actually Father Jack Callahan a priest hailing from Innisfail, North Queensland. While Jack tells Paige how he came to be in Erinsborough, Mark learns the truth about the Lassiters explosion from Julie Quill and her accomplice, Jacka .
125Episode 7395Zoe and Walter are about to head back to Sydney when Zoe takes a turn for the worst. She is rushed to hospital where Karl diagnoses her weakened immune system. Walter believes the only thing that can save Zoe is a transplant, but accepts that Sonya and Toadie are still undecided about having Nell tested. Karl is confused and has a private word with Sonya.
126Episode 7396Walter arrives at the hospital with Nell to collect Zoe. They see Steph who clocks he is anxious but does not think too much of it. Sonya and Toadie try to track down Nell, and discover that Walter has taken her and Zoe. Toadie convinces Sonya that they should call the police. Eventually Walter returns alone and Steph bails him up.
127Episode 7397Susan helps a reeling Sarah deal with Anguss revelation. Sarah isnt surprised with her sons decision Karl and Susan have done an amazing job looking after him. Although it hurts her to say it, maybe Angus is better off staying with the Kennedys.
128Episode 7398Amy is thrown when her old boss, Ryan, crops up again. Taking charge, she tells Ryan that shes moved on with her life whatever he wants to tell her, she doesnt want to hear it. Strong words, but its clear that shes shaken.
129Episode 7399With Jack on the approach, Paige heads off to hide as Lauren lets him in. She convinces Paige to come out, and Jack and Paige talk. Paige allows herself a moment of hope as Jack reveals hes decided to stay in Erinsborough, but is soon deflated when Jack admits he still doesnt know whether or not hell stay in the church.
130Episode 7400Bens feeling guilty after accepting 300 from Gary to ask Xanthe to the formal. But he goes ahead with his plan, using the money to buy a gift for Karl and Susan, and asking Xanthe to be his date. Shes thrilled, and goes into planning overdrive, determined to make the formal the best night of her life.
131Episode 7401Excited to read her first published article, Madison is floored to see Pauls changes Mark, Terese, Sheila and Brads profiles have been edited into highly personal and professional attacks while others such as Steph, Toadie and Piper have been praised. When Madison discovers her editor didnt make the changes, Amy realises it must have been Paul seeking retribution.
132Episode 7402With Piper having convinced Tyler that parental approval is imminent, the pair struggles to keep the brakes on. Tylers conscience gnaws at him, however, and when he learns that Ben and Xanthe were witness to a clandestine make-out session, he takes Bens advice and pushes for total transparency with Brad and Terese, rather than sneaking around.
133Episode 7403Its tense between Sonya and Toadie after their flare-up. But theyre pushing on despite the angst, even when Toadie commits them both to Brads barbecue. They each seek out their best mates for advice. Sonya tells Mark that she feels burnt out, that maybe her being mumsy and unattractive is the problem. But Mark dispels that.
134Episode 7404Still shaken and humiliated after being warned off by Father Vincent, Paige is rattled when Jack turns up late to the BBQ - and he is mystified by her awkward behaviour. While Brad and Jack talk outside, Paige tells her mum about the old priests visit and admits she cant think straight around Jack - shes going to have to steer clear.
135Episode 7405Marks surprised when he spots Stephs ex in town. When he reports the sighting to Steph, she wonders why Belinda would come to Erinsborough without letting her know. Meanwhile, Toadie has a meeting with Belinda where its revealed that an anonymous benefactor has hired Toadie to help Belinda get her nurses registration back.
136Episode 7406Piper realises she has to tell Tyler the truth about what her parents really said regarding their relationship and when she does, Tyler is hurt and disappointed. Deciding the best course of action is to be honest, Tyler approaches Brad and admits Piper lied to him and that he never wanted to be in this position as he respects Brad and Terese too much.
137Episode 7407Jimmys left on the side of the road, writhing in pain, as the car that hit him drives away. Charlie has to run to get to help and Amys horrified when she learns Jimmys been in an accident. Jack takes charge as they hurry to Jimmys assistance.
138Episode 7408Xanthes excitement is at fever-pitch ahead of the upcoming school formal. But Garys increasingly concerned by the mounting costs, especially when he learns Xanthe has her heart set on a 600 dress. Desperate to avoid disappointing his princess, Gary promises Xanthe its not a problem.
139Episode 7409Gary is concerned that Xanthe is struggling at school and cant help blaming himself for being an absent father. Hes determined to make sure she gets back on track but his wage as a cleaner wont cover the cost of a private tutor. Amy sympathises with his parenting guilt and offers to tutor Xanthe.
140Episode 7410Pauls immediately jealous when he sees Terese doing the walk of shame, following a romantic date with Ryan. He rants about how Terese has no idea how slimy the guy is, and Amys alarmed if Paul goes after Ryan, he might discover her own past as a lingerie cleaner. Amy begs Ryan to stop seeing Terese, warning him that that Pauls already got a vendetta against him.
141Episode 7411Its the night of the Erinsborough School Formal and everyone is dressing up, getting their photo taken and preparing for romance
142Episode 7412Elly Conway has arrived in Erinsborough to take up a position teaching English at Erinsborough High. She’s staying with her Aunt Susan and Karl and says she’s thrilled to be with family and starting the new job, but when she sidesteps Ben’s questions, we get the sense that there’s more to the story.
143Episode 7413Thrown by Belindas kiss, Steph goes into damage control. Belinda has no choice but to agree to Stephs demand to back off. She agrees to keep this to themselves, and Steph is confident that she can move on. Charlie, meanwhile, unloads to Toadie why is his mum kissing another woman. Does that mean Marks not in the picture anymore.
144Episode 7414Working alone, Paige is startled as a figure appears at the kitchen door. It’s Jack, there to declare that his choice is made and he chooses her. Coming together in a sizzling kiss, it seems to be everything Paige has been hoping for… But as Jack springs awake in his bed, we soon realise it’s a dream. A delicious, anxiety-inducing dream. Jack is no closer to a decision at all.
145Episode 7415Having asked God for a sign, a devastated Jack struggles to reconcile what Father Vincents passing means. When Paige shows up to offer him some comfort, Jack opens up about his grief. Drawing on her own experience after losing her brother and grandfather, Paige is able to offer Jack some perspective, telling him that Father Vincents legacy lives on inside Jack.
146Episode 7416Amy is horrified when she learns that, in a vengeful tactic against Terese, Paul has initiated an expose story of Ryans lingerie cleaning service that is due to hit the front page of the West Waratah Star. Forced to admit to him her involvement, she begs him to stop the story from going ahead Jimmy can never know. Paul agrees and begs the editor, Penny, to pulp the story.
147Episode 7417Paige and Tyler rush to hide the evidence of their wild party before Brad and Lauren arrive home. But once that bullet is dodged, they face a more serious predicament should they tell Piper that they hooked up. When Tyler bumps into Piper, she makes a huge effort to be more mature, apologising for calling the police.
148Episode 7418Terese is in a spin following Pauls promise to fire her once hes successful in repurchasing Lassiters. The ramifications are huge not only will she lose her job, but shell have no way to pay her huge mortgage. But Madison suggests her fate isnt sealed she could put in a bid for Lassiters herself. Sure shed need investors and a loan, but so would Paul.
149Episode 7419After seeking reassurance from Sonya that Ellys social media photos are not appropriate, Steph borrows her car to sound out Mark is he okay with this. Mark points out he didnt have a say in the photos and suspects its merely Ellys way of getting back at her ex. Stephs still not happy and Marks puzzled by her apparent jealousy. Isnt she being hypocritical.
150Episode 7420Mark launches an investigation into the attacks on Sonyas car and Toadies office and the most likely culprit is Clive West. But when he questions Sonya and Toadie, they realise there is the possibility of two people out there with a vendetta. However, Aaron is still convinced it is Clive and publicly names and shames him in order to track him down, which infuriates Mark.
151Episode 7421Paige wakes after being knocked out by Dustin and insists shes fine. However Jacks overcome with concern a sign he clearly still loves her. Protective Brad lashes out at him for bringing boxing to their Program. While the boys argue, a fed-up Paige takes herself to the hospital.
152Episode 7422Having been dumped in a skip by Archie and his mates, Charlie bangs and screams trying to attract attention. As Paige and Tyler kiss in the garage, they hear the banging coming from outside. Paige is nervous they may be discovered, but Tyler dismisses her concerns and silences her with another kiss.
153Episode 7423Toadie remains worried about Sonyas welfare after the threats around the bike lanes vote, but Sonya is determined to stand up to the bullying and go ahead with the plan. The Council votes in favour of the lanes. The Rebecchis reconcile in the calm after the storm, reaffirming their love and heading out for a night to celebrate.
154Episode 7424Toadie and Sonya are off to inspect the bike lane construction site, while Steph takes a still-recovering Charlie for a restorative ride. Little do they know that a dangerous snake lurks in the shadows of the Rebecchi house.
155Episode 7425Elly is rushed to hospital after being bitten by the tiger snake that was threatening Nell. Hearing her symptoms, Karl is worried its clear the snake released its venom into her, which could be fatal. To complicate matters further, after routine tests, Karl discovers that Elly is pregnant.
156Episode 7426Everyones gearing up for Brad and Tereses divorce party, including Piper whos planning revenge on Paige and Tyler. Under the guise of wanting to repair their friendship, she approaches Tyler and implores him to come to the party. Convinced she has no idea of his second tryst with Paige, Tyler agrees.
157Episode 7427Brad waits for Laurens response and is devastated when she says no. She explains that she loves him but doesnt want to get married again. An upset Brad takes off while Lauren goes to sleep. She dreams of Matt, her dead husband, and discovers the picture of her and Brad has been knocked over.
158Episode 7428Taken by surprise by Neds return, Lauren is anxious to make sure he doesnt rock the boat when she and Brad are still out of kilter about the wedding proposal. While Brad is watching sport at Toadies house and being urged to up his game and re-propose properly Lauren hears Neds story about feeling lonely and outcast.
159Episode 7429Brad struggles to deal with the news that Lauren kept Neds return from him. Once he also learns that she dreamt about Matt after he proposed to her, old insecurities crowd in on Brad, and he abandons his plan to propose again. Ned plays the unexpected role of matchmaker, assuring Brad that he has no more feelings for Lauren, and the two of them can work this out.
160Episode 7430Trapped in the shed by the snake, Xanthe calls out for help, tries to free herself, but it only serves to antagonise the reptile, forcing her to clam up. Afraid for her life, she also knows that every second that ticks by keeps her from her date with Ben. Cut off in the dank, dark place, shes alone.
161Episode 7431Terese reveals to Madison that she has the rundown for the shareholders meeting at Robinsons this afternoon which she received from an anonymous source Gary. Of course, it wont do her any good unless she can be at the meeting But given Dougs shares in the motel were willed to Matilda and Amber is now entitled to attend, as her daughters proxy.
162Episode 7432After Jack wakes up to find his fist bloodied, he struggles to remember what happened the night before. Recalling only that he saw Paige and Tyler kissing passionately, Jack worries that he injured his hand by beating up Tyler. Ashamed, Jack turns to Amy for help. She tracks down Tyler and Paige, relieved to see that Tyler is unharmed.
163Episode 7433Steph arrives home to discover Charlie is awol. She fears hes gone hunting for the snakes he believes Clive is hiding, and blames Mark for not keeping an eye on him. They rush off to find Charlie, unaware Clive already has him cornered. Paranoid, Clive is convinced the boys been sent to spy on him by Sonya and Mark.
164Episode 7434When Paige learns Amy is going to listen to Jack preach, she cant resist going along to hear him for herself. When Amy spots her, she advises Paige against it, as her presence might throw Jack off. Paige compromises by listening at the door, and she finds Jacks homily about love both inspiring and moving especially the part where he confesses to having experienced love recently.
165Episode 7435Witnessing Marks natural parenting skills, Steph realises he would love nothing more than having a baby, and shes rattled. She confesses her fears to Sonya, that despite wanting to give Mark a child, shes worried about the health implications.
166Episode 7436The occupants of Number Thirty are spooked once again when an unaddressed card arrives with a threatening message. Sonya is certain that Clive is behind it, and when its revealed that hes recently been released from jail, her assumption seems to be correct.
167Episode 7437Susan learns that Xanthe has accused Cooper Knights of crossing the line when they were alone together in the hotel room doing their project. Susan fears Xanthes accusation will have repercussions for the school. Cooper is a model student and sporting star with a perfect record to date.
168Episode 7438Gary, unable to explain his whereabouts at the time Cooper was assaulted, becomes the prime suspect. Xanthe believes in her fathers innocence but shes terrified hell be sent back to jail because of his past form and lack of alibi .
169Episode 7439Terese and Madison start scouring hotel rooms looking for hidden cameras. Terese is devastated when they discover one, Tim was right. Shes rattled This could cost her everything. She immediately goes after Paul, believing hes responsible. But Paul is adamant it wasnt him. Terese backs down and orders a full sweep of the hotel.
170Episode 7440When Amy realises the hotel camera footage may contain answers that will back up Xanthes story about Cooper, she contacts Ryan in an effort to find out if there is still a copy of the footage. Not only does Amy learn Ryan set her up with Greg, she also gets confirmation he has kept a copy of the footage on a hard drive and is planning to extort more money from Terese in due course.
171Episode 7441After an interview with Cooper, Mark arrives at the Cannings with an update. The attack on Cooper occurred fifteen minutes earlier than originally reported making Gary a suspect again. Furthermore, Coopers parents have taken out a personal safety intervention order against him. Garys not to contact or communicate with Cooper by any means.
172Episode 7442Reluctantly leaving Paiges side to take confession, Jacks spider senses pique when he hears a man crying and then abruptly leave without revealing his identity. Jack races to protect Paige from the unknown menace but when shes not at her usual training haunts, he panics.
173Episode 7443Jack is horrified on realising that the stalker isnt targeting Paige hes coming after Steph. Church law forbids Jack from speaking up. Believing Steph is safe with Mark for the afternoon and about to head off to a footy match with Toadie and Sonya, Jack asks an older priest for permission to alert Steph and the police.
174Episode 7444Jack and Steph race after the mystery stalker, but he manages to get away without them catching a real look at him. Steph demands an explanation for whats going on, but to her and Marks frustration, Jack is bound by the confidentiality of the confessional seal.
175Episode 7445Piper gets her official mark for the film project and it confirms she scored less than Ben on the same assignment. Brads concerned about the sudden drop in marks and Piper tries to explain that Elly has a grudge against her and is deliberately marking her down.
176Episode 7446Brad and Ned are staggered when they learn from Susan that Piper has made a formal complaint against Elly for unfair treatment. Piper rationally explains she had no choice as Brad has a conflict of interest. Elly is anxious when she hears of the investigation.
177Episode 7447Paige is stoked when Aaron lands her a professional boxing opponent Angelina Jackson. A worried Lauren queries why Angelina would want to fight someone as inexperienced as Paige, but Tyler and Aaron maintain shes probably excited by the paycheck and the prospect of fighting someone new. Besides, Paige is super fit and sure to give this woman a run for her money.
178Episode 7448When Mark is rushed into hospital, Karl fears Aris knife has punctured his lung. As his worried loved ones keep vigil, Karl informs them the knife has indeed punctured Marks lung and air is escaping into his chest cavity, pressing against his heart and threatening a heart attack.
179Episode 7449Freaked out following her confrontation with Angelina, Paige tells Aaron shes decided to pull out of the fight. Both Aaron and Tyler are relieved, although once Paige leaves, Tyler reminds his brother this means hell be up for Angelinas twelve thousand dollar fee. Aaron knows he might have to give up his share of the house.
180Episode 7450Xanthes devastated after seeing Ben and Madison go into Bens bedroom. Convinced they are now Erinsboroughs new hottest couple, she mournfully reveals all to Sheila, who decides to reap revenge on behalf of her heartbroken granddaughter. What she doesnt realise is that Ben with Madisons help is preparing to serenade Xanthe at the Lassiters pigeon race ceremony.
181Episode 7451On the morning of the Lassiters pigeon race, Piper is devastated to discover that Clementine has eaten two of the three pigeons Karls and Toadies with only Garys surviving. Terese guesses that Paul did it and vows to make the race day a success. Karl is upset about the loss of his investment but Toadie is more easygoing.
182Episode 7452Though she tries to run, Steph is captured by the fanatical and unbalanced Ari, who has brought his snakes to the Brennan house. He ties Steph up and proceeds to set the scene in a desire to ritualistically take care of unfinished business with her. He is determined to avenge the wrongs done to Belinda - his great love - and believes that snakes only bite those who are evil.
183Episode 7453Its the night before Paiges first professional boxing match, and shes devastated to learn her parents wont be coming along to watch the event. Lauren and Brad assure Paige explain that they cant bring themselves to watch her potentially getting hurt. Its a blow to Paige, but when Jack offers his sympathy, she pushes him away, knowing he disapproves of the fight as well.
184Episode 7454Paige struggles in her first pro fight, but the support of Brad and Tyler helps her rally and she lands a lucky blow that knocks her opponent, Angelina, out cold. At first Paige is triumphant, but when it becomes clear that Angelina may be seriously injured, guilt sets in. She refuses to leave the hospital until Karl can tell her whats going on, but the news isnt good.
185Episode 7455Paige reels in the wake of Angelinas prognosis. Jack finds her at her thinking place the bus stop and offers his support. She decides to go and visit Angelina at the hospital, talk to her, like she did to him when he was in a coma. But at the hospital, Paige is confronted when Angelinas mum unleashes her grief, blaming Paige for Angelinas predicament.
186Episode 7456Amy returns from visiting Nene, determined to face Kyle. Protective Paul tells her she doesnt owe him anything but Amy insists shes doing it for herself she refuses to be a coward. She struggles to engage with Kyle, but when he opens up to her about the problems hes having with Georgia, Amys interest is piqued.
187Episode 7457Upset after Neds vitriolic outburst at the trivia event, Elly wonders if their relationship is doomed. Meanwhile, Lauren sees a freaked out Ned outside the Waterhole. When she approaches him he shakes her off. He returns later to apologise and Lauren presses him to tell her whats going on. Finally, after weeks of secrecy, Ned finds himself unburdening.
188Episode 7458Susan cautions Sonya about her plans to help Mark and Steph out. Toadie is left reeling by Sonya’s thoughts, feeling blindsided, and Sonya wonders what this will mean for their marriage. Will Toadie take on her idea – or reject it out of hand?
189Episode 7459Toadie dwells on Sonya’s proposal, tracking down Karl to get his perspective. Karl encourages Toadie to see it as an act of love on Sonya’s part. After seeing an incredibly upset Steph pining for her child, Toadie meets Sonya to tell her his decision.
190Episode 7460Xanthe is flat as Ben and Madison prepare for their trip to the Gold Coast, resigned to her fate. But when Madison suggests Gary is a pretty soft touch and tells Xanthe to give her search for permission another go, Xanthe decides she’s going to the Gold Coast whether the adults like it or not.
191Episode 7461Ben and Madison have arrived on the Gold Coast, but Ben can’t help but miss Xanthe – until she unexpectedly shows up to be with him. Xanthe tells Ben she’s ready to go all the way, but the moment is interrupted by another surprise arrival.
192Episode 7462Steph tracks down Ned to tell him that she knows he was the one who had an affair with Jacka’s wife Regan, and that it’s only a matter of time before Jacka does too. Ned is terrified, sending him into the arms of Elly.
193Episode 7463With Jacka knowing about his affair with Regan, Steph tells Ned that he needs to leave town. Ned is reluctant – he needs to be here for Brad’s wedding, leaving him having to make a hard choice.
194Episode 7464A mortified David convinces Amy to call Dr Kennedy instead of security when she catches him snooping around where he shouldn’t be. Despite his actions, Karl is ready to give David support when he learns that the young doctor is searching medical records to uncover a mysterious piece of his past.
195Episode 7465Finally in agreement about the surrogacy, Toadie and Sonya nervously prepare to talk to Steph and Mark about it. While Steph and Mark are at first shocked, they then have to decide whether they want to take Sonya and Toadie up on the offer.
196Episode 7466Ned returns in time for Brad’s buck’s party, and admits to Brad that he took Regan to Albury, figuring it wasn’t safe to leave her here with Jacka seeking revenge. Brad warns him that Elly knows – she saw him leave with Regan – and now Ned needs to face Elly’s wrath.
197Episode 7467An upset Terese is disappointed to learn that the police can do nothing and that Jacka is able to walk free. Terese then turns to Paul, who finds, when made aware of how shaken and vulnerable Terese is, his true feelings for her beginning to resurface.
198Episode 7468On hearing Leo’s on the lookout for work, besotted Aaron suggests he scope out a job with Lassiters. Leo elicits an introduction to boss Terese in exchange for organising the group outing with Amy and David at The Back Lane Bar. When the foursome gathers, Aaron lavishes Leo with attention – until it becomes apparent that Leo’s interest lies elsewhere.
199Episode 7469Poor Piper. Her birthday has been forgotten by her family and close friends. The only comfort she gets is from Clementine’s cuddles, until Tyler shows up with a present and a plan. He whisks her off to an undisclosed location, where some intimate contact reignites the spark between them.
200Episode 7470Steph prepares to meet Adam, the son she gave up at birth. While a nervous Steph waits for the moment she can set eyes on Adam for the first time, Toadie and Sonya are confused by her decision to keep the meeting from Mark.
201Episode 7471Its the night of Laurens hens celebration and everyones in high spirits as they frock up in their costumes until Brad and Lauren find a goodbye note from Ned, announcing hes left town for their safety.
202Episode 7472Lauren gathers with Paige, Piper and Elly for the second part of her hen’s celebration: a hot air ballooning adventure. Tensions run high as an unexpected guest joins the flight, but another shock is in store when the main burner goes out. As everyone in Erinsborough races to meet the descending balloon - who will survive Jacka’s revenge?
203Episode 7473As help descends upon the balloon crash site, three lives hang in the balance - leading Jack to finally confess his true feelings for Paige and leaving Karl forced to take drastic measures to ensure the survival of one of the wounded.
204Episode 7474Already feeling guilty, Karl worries about whether he made the right decision at the site of the balloon crash. While Susan tries to reassure him, Karl is forced to admit the situation is more serious than she thinks: was it malpractice?
205Episode 7475Mark is reluctant to leave Steph’s side as she recovers in hospital. Knowing he could have lost her, Mark’s priorities shift and he takes time off work to be with her, but will it also change his attitude towards the potential of surrogacy?
206Episode 7476Gary arrives late for Family Feud training following Sheila witnessing a terse exchange between him and Terese. While Xanthe is annoyed at his lack of focus, Sheila implores Gary to defend himself against Terese, with neither being aware of the true nature of Gary’s relationship with her. With the countdown to the studio on, will the tension within the Canning family boil over on screen?
207Episode 7477Survey says... it’s time for Family Feud! Reeling from the news Gary’s mystery woman is Terese, the Cannings are bickering amongst themselves as the cameras roll and host Grant Denyer introduces them to the rest of Australia. How can this possibly end well?
208Episode 7478Humiliated after David’s rejection, Amy reluctantly seeks some perspective from Leo. Amy’s pleasantly surprised by Leo’s loyalty and softens to him… but still totally unaware of the bet that Leo has made with Elly.
209Episode 7479It’s a big day for Sonya, Toadie, Mark and Steph, as they face their first interview with their fertility doctor Victoria, who takes them through the preliminary questions around surrogacy. Though they are mostly on the same page, secrets are kept and views begin to diverge - and the foursome are forced to face the fact that this process is more complex and confronting than they first thought.
210Episode 7480Brad’s health continues to deteriorate and a lurking Nurse Eve recommends Lauren get a second opinion, but David’s insight inadvertently helps Eve’s witch-hunt of Karl – especially when the investigation into Regan’s death still hangs over his head.
211Episode 7481Tyler’s determined to make a final decision about him and Piper, but her annoyance as he mulls over his choice leads her to make a surprising turn to someone else…
212Episode 7482Xanthes overcome with emotion as her mother Brooke arrives at the Canning house. While Brooke tries to explain her disappearance to a heartbroken Xanthe, she begs Gary to try and convince Xanthe to give her a second chance... will she get it
213Episode 7483David tracks down the man he believes to be his father, but the skittish Bradley Satchwell panics and attacks him. When they wind up in hospital with nowhere to escape, will David finally get the truth he’s been looking for?
214Episode 7484While Leo is surprisingly hit hard by Bradley’s disappearance from the hospital, David tracks down his ex-wife – who reveals that Bradley’s past bears a striking resemblance to Leo’s present.
215Episode 7485Lauren is alarmed when Brad talks about his time being up and begs Karl for help, not realising the seriousness of his own crisis of confidence. Despite this, Karl returns from leave to solve Brads case with a new urgency
216Episode 7486Halloween starts badly for Mark, with Steph refusing to discuss her decision to end their relationship over her poor fertility news, and he has no choice but to leave her to cool off – leaving Toadie and a surprisingly supportive Paul to help her come to her senses.
217Episode 7487When the news of Sonyas surrogacy hits the front page of the West Waratah Star, the whole street reacts. Sonya is convinced this is the doing of Tim Collins hes trying to put pressure on her to resign as Mayor. But that knowledge still doesnt stop Sonya from making a snap decision that may have consequences
218Episode 7488A guilty Tyler tells Simone that he plans to confess his involvement to the police regarding the stolen car but she convinces him otherwise, offering to take the rap for the theft instead. What exactly is Simone up to?
219Episode 7489When Paige finds out about Simone taking the blame for Tyler’s car crash, she starts to wonder whether Simone’s problems run a lot deeper than just pursuing an ex-love and tries to pull Jack out of her mind games.
220Episode 7490Feeling the full effects of the IVF hormone treatment, Steph struggles to keep her emotions under control and despite Mark trying his best, he constantly does the wrong thing. How are Steph and Mark going to get through this rough patch?
221Episode 7491Lauren is caught by surprise when Lou and Kathy arrive from Brisbane at the same time and are seemingly at odds. When tensions finally erupt over the dinner table, Lauren presses her mum and dad to stop lying and tell her the truth. Why are they suddenly fighting
222Episode 7492Its egg collection day for Steph and Mark and everyone is nervous. While everyone tries to manage their expectations they are rocked by a shock that changes everything
223Episode 7493Emotionally drained, Steph and Mark return from hospital having received crippling news regarding their possible future as a family. Mark quietly sinks into ever deeper internal conflict until someone makes a surprising offer.
224Episode 7494Mark is willing to consider Sonyas offer of donating an egg as well as being the surrogate, but hes not sure how Steph will react. Also concerned about Toadie, Sonya suggests that they keep quiet about the idea until the right moment arises, but the decision is soon taken out of their hands...
225Episode 7495Jack is gutted by the graffitied message on the Blaze Outreach building. Paige is determined to help him figure out who did it, but their investigation ends up pointing to an unexpected individual...
226Episode 7496Elly is alarmed by a late-night call from an intoxicated Angus and, feeling partly responsible, sets out to bring him home before he comes to harm – but will Angus misinterpret Elly’s intentions?
227Episode 7497Paul uses the information about Maxines identity to force Terese out of the Mens Shed tender, but his victory is short lived... by the determined Leo, who has been biding his time until the right moment.
228Episode 7498Xanthes warnings are unable to stop Gary from rekindling his relationship with Brooke, and as Brookes influence continues to spread, Xanthe is forced to turn to someone outside Erinsborough in order to save her father...
229Episode 7499Sonya tests herself and discovers shes ovulating. The potential surrogacy has the perfect window of opportunity if they dont act now, they will have to wait. But in the haste to take advantage of the timing, it means not everyones cards are on the table...
230Episode 7500Elly is torn when she receives a text out of the blue from her ex Derek, wanting to catch up. Hopeful, she gives Derek a chance and he proceeds to say all the right things, leading Elly to make him an offer...
231Episode 7501Sticking to her plan to encourage Xanthe to leave town, Brooke drives a wedge between her daughter and Ben. However, Sheilas bond with Xanthe proves much more difficult to break, leading Brooke to take some drastic action...
232Episode 7502Steph is beginning to feel sidelined in her relationship with Mark, coming to believe that the surrogacy is a bad idea. She drops her bombshell on a disappointed Mark and then approaches Sonya with an impossible request
233Episode 7503Asserting her desire to pull out of the surrogacy arrangement, Steph has asked Sonya to take the morning after pill to end the first cycle. Sonya resists and emotions run high as the two women reach an impasse. Steph turns to Mark for his support in ending the surrogacy – but is he on board?
234Episode 7504Tragedy strikes the Tanaka family, and David takes out his grief on someone not expecting it...
235Episode 7505Paul is intrigued by Nezumi, a mysterious tender for the Mens Shed. When he discovers Leo is behind it, a devious plan is uncovered...
236Episode 7506Face-to-face with her ex, and needing to save her relationship with her daughter, Brooke pays her ex the money she owes him, then sits down for a heart-to-heart with Xanthe... will she finally be honest
237Episode 7507Sheila, Gary and Xanthe learn the extent of Brookes deception and are floored, hurt and disillusioned. Despite this, the Cannings present a united front and make Brooke an offer...
238Episode 7508The Cannings have no choice but to come clean to the neighbours about the faux-jewelry scam. Although some of the neighbours are sympathetic to the situation - it looks like there may be some tension growing between the Cannings and the Kennedys...
239Episode 7509Its the day of the big wedding and everyone is excited. With Susan as celebrant, the happy couple come dancing down the aisle...
240Episode 7510At Lauren and Brads wedding reception, the newlyweds are on cloud nine until Maxine shows up... the marriage is off to a tumultuous start.