Neighbours

Toadie sat on the couch, watching a video of Sonya that Piper had sent him. Kyle was asleep beside him, unaware of the emotional moment. In the video, Sonya talked about her New Years resolution of cherishing every moment with her family. Toadie was moved to tears by her words.

Paul is struggling with Amys departure, but Terese reminds him that there will be plenty of people around to keep him in line. Meanwhile, Roxy is taking care of David at Erinsborough Hospital and is feeling guilty for her past behavior towards him. Harlow confesses to Paul and Terese that she emailed Prue about everything thats been happening, but Paul warns her not to expect a response.

Kyle attempts to kiss Roxy, but she pushes him away and leaves. She is frustrated by the fact that guys assume she is interested in them just because they hang out for a few minutes. Finn wakes up to Aster crying and offers to help Elly settle the baby. After trying everything, Aster finally stops crying in Finns arms, and Elly falls asleep next to him.

Susan confronts Elly and Finn about their secret relationship. Elly pleads with Susan to keep quiet about it, while Finn tries to take the blame. However, Susan warns Finn that he cannot hurt Bea, whom he still loves. Paul is desperately trying to convince David not to visit Robert, the man who gave him a kidney. Despite Pauls efforts, David is determined to keep his promise and visit Robert.

Karl is cooking on the BBQ, while Finn is quiet, and Susan gives him a side eye when he confirms hes happy with his decision to move into Beas room. Hendrix complains about Asters crying at night and is sent to get a BBQ plate from Karl and Susans bedroom. He snoops around the room and finds a blue box under the bed, opens it, and finds a feather boa.

Lucy wants to hire someone with more experience and lock them into a five-year contract. However, if Chloe can impress Lucy in the next two weeks, Lucy will reconsider. Chloe is worried that she will fail, but her colleague Pierce tells her that it is an opportunity to prove herself.

Pierce returns after looking for Anita, who refused to discuss the situation with him. He berates Chloe and Terese for what they have done, but Terese defends Chloes efforts and claims that she needed a confidence boost. Terese goes to find Anita and explain the situation, leaving Chloe and Pierce alone. Chloe reveals to Pierce that she only intended to have Terese help her once.

Chloe was taken aback when she overheard Pierce expressing doubts about her ability to manage the hotel to Terese. Feeling hurt and embarrassed, she quickly left the scene. However, Pierce continued to talk with Terese and acknowledged that Chloe had the capability to handle the job but needed some support and development. 

Nell goes missing, and her father Toadie, uncle Shane and Kyle all search for her. They eventually find her at the Community Centre, where a mural of her deceased mother Sonya has been painted. Toadie is moved by the mural, and they all agree to visit and remember Sonya there. 

Dipi and Shane have a conversation about Roxy, which reveals Dipis suspicions about Shanes relationship with Roxy. Dipi is skeptical about Shanes claim that he is only being a good mate to Roxy. She thinks Roxy has too much control over Shane, and she is concerned about their age difference. Shane is confused about Dipis sudden suspicion and wonders why she is getting so worked up about it.

Tensions rise between Dipi and Shane as she confronts him about his relationship with Roxy. Dipi believes that Roxy is causing Shane trouble at work and that he is spending too much time with her, causing strain on their marriage. Shane denies any romantic involvement with Roxy and dismisses Dipis concerns, causing her to become frustrated and upset.

Elly was taken aback when Susan arrived instead of Finn, and Susan was upset to hear that Finn had been spending time with Elly in the middle of the night. Chloe, on the other hand, fell asleep at work, and Ned had to wake her up. She revealed that she was behind on a project due the next day and was worried about being seen as a failure.

Chloe and Hendrix were discussing Chloes promotion to General Manager of Lassiters, a job that Hendrixs father, Paul, had also hoped for. Terese congratulated Chloe, but her facial expression showed her disappointment. Hendrix, on the other hand, seemed quiet and distracted during the conversation. Unknown to them, Hendrix had stolen a photo of Chloe earlier and hid it in his pocket.

Chloe and Pierce discuss why Pierce doesnt want Lisa to arrive, and he explains that Lisa will blame him for Hendrixs behavior. Meanwhile, Harlow meets Hendrix on the street and learns that hes afraid Lisa will make him move back to Sydney. Terese tries to organize Pauls 60th birthday breakfast while David arrives with a parcel from Robert.

Pierce chases Hendrix outside, wanting to explain himself, but Hendrix is in no mood to listen. Pierce understands his son is angry, but he says theyre still family and nothing has changed between them. Hendrix is outraged Pierce wants to play the family card reminding his dad you dont keep whoppers of secrets like that from your family.

Lisa confides in Chloe and Pierce that she wants to have a child with Pierce. She explains that she has been having difficulty conceiving and that she is no longer with James. Lisa suggests that they could co-parent the child together, along with Chloe, in a modern family arrangement. Chloe initially reacts with anger and accuses Lisa of using her husband to have a child.

Roxy apologizes to Shane for kissing him the night before. She feels ashamed and takes responsibility for her mistake. Shane tells her that he only sees her as a friend and did not intend to give her any other impression. Roxy accepts his response and tries to move on.

Elly had become increasingly frustrated with David and Aaron for not keeping her informed about the whereabouts of her child. She felt like they were being careless and not taking her concerns seriously. This caused a heated argument between the three of them, with Elly storming off in a fit of anger.

Roxy returns home feeling unwell, surprising her friends and family who thought she was still at work. She later reveals that she wants to quit her job to work in a different industry. Her coworkers try to convince her to wait until shes better and has another job lined up before quitting.

Dipi apologizes to Kyle and Roxy, admitting her mistake in judging them. Roxy had previously expressed her guilt to Shane about kissing Kyle, but Harlow warns her not to hurt Dipi by revealing this. Meanwhile, Pierce receives a text from Lisa, and both he and Chloe agree that they need more time to think about having a child with her.

Lisa is excited about the prospect of having another baby with Pierce and Chloe, while Chloe is feeling overwhelmed and hesitant about the plan. Elly tries to encourage her to talk to Pierce about her feelings. Meanwhile, Roxy and Dipi are at the spa, and Roxy is feeling guilty about her secret relationship with Shane.

Dipi and Shane had a heated argument after Dipi found out that Roxy had kissed Shane a week ago, and they both kept it a secret from her. Yashvi and Toadie overheard their argument, and Yashvi was hurt and angry as a result. Meanwhile, Roxy confessed to Terese, Ned, and Paul that she had kissed Shane and was devastated by her actions.

Kyle suggests adding archery to the Buddy Clubs activities. Toadie and Terese do not question the idea, and Kyle shows them a flyer for kid-friendly equipment. Finn arrives and shows interest in the idea. Meanwhile, Ned receives a call from Yashvi, who is upset due to her parents argument. He promises to pick her up and sees a suspicious figure outside her home.

Yashvis car wouldnt start in the Lassiters car park, but she eventually managed to get it going and drove off. Later on, David and Aaron approached Lisa with an interesting proposal they asked if she would be willing to be their surrogate as they were discussing starting a family. Meanwhile, at Harolds Cafe, Hendrix was bothering Harlow and things got a bit heated.

Lisa pays a surprise visit to David and Aaron and drops a bombshell - shes pregnant. Lisa also shares the news with Chloe and Pierce, revealing that the baby belongs to her ex, James. This news doesnt sit well with Aaron and David, and they confide in Kyle, Elly, and Chloe about their disappointment.

Hendrix arriving at Harlows house to pick up her cat, testing his theory that Harlow has a crush on him. Harlow is too busy ogling him to listen, leading to a sneezing fit and the need for her inhaler.

Harlow is packing her bag when Hendrix, who appears to be her love interest, enters shirtless and sweaty. Harlow becomes distracted by him, and he teases her about having a crush on him. Chloe complains about having too much to do for a Mardi Gras float and asserts her support for LGBTQI rights. Hendrix comes in and is noted for his positive demeanor.

Yashvi sat anxiously at The Waterhole, waiting for the results of her police exam. Ned joined her, and soon after, Toadie arrived. As they were chatting, Ned overheard Toadie discussing an incident at Buddy Club. Curious, Ned listened intently as Toadie explained what had happened.

Kyle and Ned discuss the break-in at Toadies office and suspect that it may be connected to illegal gun trading. Finn confides in Susan and Bea about his struggles with his alcoholic father, and they offer him their support.

Yashvi was in disbelief when Kyle and Ned told her that they had followed her stalker and obtained evidence of him selling guns. Her shock quickly turned to anger as she learned that Ned had not disclosed this information to her, and that Kyle had a criminal record. Despite this, the trio decided to take the evidence to the police.

Paul and Pierce are discussing Chloes delay in submitting a budget report for the hotel and her efforts to secure Princess Mary of Denmarks dress for the upcoming wedding expo. Paul is skeptical about the expos success and points out that everything hinges on Chloe getting her hands on the royal wedding dress.

Karl witnessed Dipi kissing Gary and told Finn that he thinks Gary is attracted to Dipi. Finn got angry and accused Karl of spying on them. Meanwhile, Dipi felt guilty about what happened and decided to tell Shane the truth. She went to The Waterhole with Gary, and Shane was heartbroken when he heard the news.

Finn is shocked to learn from his friends Bea and Elly that his father went to Colombia with the ransom for his release but lost the money and did not come back for him. Finn is devastated, and he walks out of the house. Meanwhile, Dipi visits Shane to try and fix their marriage.

Jane is caught rifling through the filing cabinet by Susan, the school principal. Jane apologizes and explains that she just wanted an update on the staff and students but acknowledges that she should have gone to Susan for that information. Susan gives her an official verbal warning, and Jane accepts it.

Mark approached Ned and informed him that the 3D gun ring was a part of a tri-state police operation, and he was responsible for handling the South Australian branch. Toadie arrived and congratulated Mark on his promotion to detective again. At the same time, Yashvi revealed to Nell and Hugo that she kept everything a secret to avoid stressing her loved ones.

Harlow is feeling guilty and responsible for an accident involving a cat. Paul tries to comfort her and suggests that she takes another driving lesson to feel more confident on the road. However Hendrix, is angry and upset with Harlow and blames her for the accident.

Paul reminds Lucy that she has a meeting and suggests that she gives Jane a lift back to the hotel. The two then leave, and Terese and Paul discuss Lucys offer of her old job as General Manager of Lassiters. Terese is unsure whether she should take it or not, as she doesnt want to let Toadie down. Toadie understands Tereses predicament and encourages her to do what she must do.

Elly arrived home with her daughter, Aster, in an extremely emotional state. She woke up her partner, Bea, who asked if something was wrong. Elly was crying and apologized for waking her up, explaining that she had to leave where she was before. Meanwhile, at No. 28, Beas brother, Finn, appeared traumatized by recent events and was unable to speak.

Finn feels uneasy as he lets Toadie into his house, uncertain of what he wants. Toadie asks Finn if he would be interested in taking over the managerial role that Terese previously held, and Finn agrees, hoping it will help him get back on trackJane apologizes to Susan for harassing Ritchie but declines the suggestion of taking some time off.

Roxy confronts Paige about her intentions towards Mark, insinuating that Paige wants to get back together with him. She warns her not to hurt Mark and Terese also becomes concerned about the situation. Paul suggests that Terese call Jack to find out whats going on. However, Paige denies having any romantic interest in Mark, and they later go for a drink during their run.

Terese tells Paige that Jack is on his way to see her after she forgot her keys. She then confesses to Paige that she told Jack she suspected him of having an affair. Paige thinks its a good idea to make him open. Meanwhile, Aaron and Mark are having coffee, and Aaron is excited about his trip to the Sydney Mardi Gras.

Finn is recording a diary entry on his phone when Harlow arrives. Harlow is worried about her mother, Prue, returning to Erinsborough and asks Finn for advice. Finn tries to console her and tells her not to make any rash decisions when shes upset. Paul arrives later looking for Harlow and tells her they need to head back home.

Sheila walks into Garys room without knocking, interrupting his video chat with his girlfriend Prue. Gary is upset and asks Sheila to leave, but she tries to make up for it by suggesting that they all have dinner together. Gary is not interested, and Sheila leaves feeling embarrassed.

Bea had a conversation with Finn about Mardi Gras and learned that Lucy asked him to go. However, Finn became upset and started yelling at Bea before blaming his headache for his outburst. He then retreated to their bedroom, leaving Bea confused and hurt. Meanwhile, Elly was still struggling to move on from Finn and spent some time looking at a photo of Asters naming day.

Finn finds himself in an odd mood, still annoyed about the whole Lucy debacle. When Bea asks him whats wrong, Finn suggests that she should quit all her gigs at The Waterhole. Later, Finn films another diary entry, expressing his anger and frustration.

Paul confronts Mannix Foster, who had catfished Jane and stolen her money. Mannix confesses to the crime, and Paul demands he returns the money. David, Aaron, and Mark discuss Marks sudden departure back to Adelaide. They agree to have a farewell dinner that night. Kyle tries to persuade Toadie to join him on an island glamping trip, but Toadie is hesitant.

Toadie apologizes to Roxy for taking his anger out on her. She had accidentally taken Sonyas wedding dress, which Toadie intended to keep as a family heirloom, for a promotional shoot. Gary prepares his house for the arrival of his ex-wife, Prue, in the hopes of making amends with her. However, Sheila is not thrilled about the idea of Prue coming back.

When Prue and Gary share their engagement news with their friends, they are met with an awkward reaction that leaves everyone feeling unconvinced and unhappy. Harlow feels like shes not a priority to Prue anymore and walks out of the gathering. Later, she talks to Prue about her concerns.

Harlow received some surprising news from Terese her mother and Gary were going to get married at the Lassiters wedding expo the following week. Meanwhile, Prue accepted Garys marriage proposal, seduced by the perks that came with participating in the expo. Finn sought Davids help in organizing a visit to Harry Sinclair, hoping to piece together Harrys memories from before he lost them.

Finn is sitting in a wheelchair at the storage locker, studying a map. Meanwhile, in Lassiters Office, Chloe, Terese, and Lucy are discussing wedding plans and honeymoon boxes. Ned arrives and informs Lucy that he has no intention of marrying Yashvi anytime soon.

Chloe and Terese are discussing the various wedding couples with Lucy. The three couples already in are Prue and Gary, Tom and Ian, and another interstate couple. Ned arrives with a hot drink for Lucy, and when asked, he says he isnt thinking about marrying Yashvi.

Tensions are running high in the lead up to the wedding in Erinsborough. Garys son Kyle has announced that he will not be attending due to concerns about the intentions of the bride-to-be, Prue. This news has caused a great deal of upset for the family and has left Gary feeling torn between his son and his future wife.

Sheila intervenes in the bickering and physical altercation between her son Kyle and her fianc Gary. She expresses her respect for Garys decision to marry Prue and urges Kyle to do the same. This scene highlights the tension that can arise between family members when personal beliefs clash.

Finn is preparing to leave with Bea on a trip to the island, but he is worried about running into Lucy, whom he has been ordered to stay away from. He takes a risk and delivers a celebrant folder to Susan. Finn then visits the expo, and Lucy confronts him for not following her orders. She threatens to involve security and the police, which could jeopardize his getaway with Bea.

Paige and Mark excitedly announce their wedding plans to their friends Aaron, Ned, and Yashvi. Aaron immediately expresses his eagerness to help plan the wedding, but Mark tells him that most of it has already been arranged. Paige adds that they will be honeymooning in Rome, which sparks a discussion about the wedding festivities. Mark mentions that he needs to call Chloe with the news.

Paiges pre-wedding party is in full swing. Mark, Aaron, and David arrive at the wedding expo. Inside one of the tents, Jane and Sky gaze at a wedding dress that looks like Charlenes from the past.

Sky and Lana are planning their wedding, but they are faced with the challenge of finding a new venue after the wedding display at the expo is destroyed. Dylan, a cousin of Skys, arrives on the scene and mistakenly believes that Sky is proposing to him. When Sky reveals that she is marrying Lana, Dylan becomes upset and storms off.

Des and Janes wedding is fast approaching, and everyone is excited about the upcoming nuptials. Terese, Dipi, and Jane are at The Waterhole celebrating the engagement, while Paul and Des are enjoying a drink at the bar. Des asks Paul to be his best man, and he accepts, even though hes already been asked by Jane.

Finn rushes to Susans house to inform her that Elly is still on the island and that the phones are still down. He expresses his concern about Bea and his desire to drive up to the Snowy Mountains to meet her. Finn asks Susan to come with him, as Bea has requested her presence specifically. Susan agrees and informs Karl that Finn knows where to find Bea.

Karl is leaving a voicemail for Susan, presumably unaware of the situation thats unfolding. Harlow is admitted to the hospital after a snakebite. Finn is digging a hole that unexpectedly fills up with water, causing him to knock himself unconscious. His cries for help go unheard by Susan and Elly, who ultimately decide to leave and run to Ellys car.

Elly is being questioned by the police, and she denies murdering Finn. She admits to burying him but only to make sure he stayed in the ground due to his history of torturing her and her family. Elly claims she forgot about turning off the tap near the gravesite, which led to her fingerprints being found there.

Sheila was hanging washing on the line when she found herself lost in grief over Garys recent passing. As she struggled to focus on the task at hand, her mind wandered to thoughts of her dear friend and the memories they shared together.

Amy is unable to attend Garys funeral in person, but the Cannings and Kyle console her through a video call, allowing her to feel somewhat present for the service. Meanwhile, at the police station, Toadie arrives to help Elly get bail and discovers that the evidence against her is only circumstantial.

Toadie arrives to assist Elly in her legal matters and to help her get bail. At the same time, the Cannings and Amy have an emotional video chat, while Garys funeral is being held in Frankston.

Sheila is furious when she sees Susan at the wake and storms off, threatening to leave the street altogether. Meanwhile, Bea is struggling to come to terms with everything that has happened, especially Ellys betrayal with Finn.

Chloe is weighed down by guilt for her role in Ellys troubles, while Aaron advises her not to blame herself. David is struggling with self-doubt after his mistakes, particularly his involvement in Finns death. Yashvi receives a text from Sky, who offers to help her with her police training, and she remains determined to become a good detective despite the emotional toll it may take.

Chloe brings Elly a memory stick with the video diaries on it and tells her to watch them privately, as she thinks it will help her beyond the case. Elly shows Susan and Bea the memory stick with the video diaries, and they watch them together.

Claudia, Finns mother, come to Erinsborough from overseas in search of answers about her sons death. However, Elly, who is facing charges for Finns murder, is concerned that Claudia might interfere with the case or try to take Aster away from her. The Kennedy family is wary of what they say around Claudia, as they dont want to give her any reason to use against Elly.

Susan confesses to breaking the agreement not to share information with Claudia about Ellys case. She reassures the rest of the household that she didnt say anything incriminating. Susan argues that Claudias grief is genuine and that they can be both careful and compassionate.

Susan confesses to breaking the agreement not to share information with Claudia about Ellys case. She reassures the rest of the household that she didnt say anything incriminating. Susan argues that Claudias grief is genuine and that they can be both careful and compassionate.

Paul apologizes to Harlow for accidentally deleting a voicemail left by her deceased mother. However, Harlow is furious and understandably upset about the loss of this precious memory. In an effort to make amends, Paul tries to contact the phone company to retrieve the message, but unfortunately, they refuse to help.

Harlow turns down Hendrixs offer to walk her home, and when Chloe and Pierce arrive, she declines their company as well. The next morning, Mackenzie wakes up feeling lonely and rings her aunt in Western Australia. Harlow tells Terese and Roxy that she had sex with Hendrix the previous night, but it wasnt right and shouldnt have happened.

Dipi is excited to plan a celebration for Shane, who has just been accepted into an engineering program. Yashvi and Ned are also invited to the event, but Mackenzie seems hesitant and declines the invitation, claiming she needs to do some housework. Shane senses that something is off and becomes suspicious of Mackenzies excuse.

Karl and Susan discuss their role in Finns life and his actions, with Karl urging Susan to let go of any guilt or responsibility she feels for Finns crimes. Sheila and Kyle work in the backyard and talk about Garys debts, with Sheila expressing concern about the financial impact they will have. Kyle suggests using Garys superannuation to pay off the debt, but Sheila is hesitant.

Elly decides to plead guilty, which shocks Bea. Toadie informs them that the prosecution is recommending a suspended sentence and community service, and that the hearing will be short. Despite Beas concern that pleading guilty will make everyone think she is guilty, Karl and Susan support Ellys decision. 

Mackenzie and Harlow are being interviewed by the police about the hidden stolen goods in their apartment. Dax, the police officer, takes them to the station to make formal statements, but they need an adult present. Auntie Trish, Mackenzies guardian, is away, so Shane and Dipi arrive to support her.

Paul offers Harlow a driving lesson, but she declines, opting to go with Terese instead. Roxy invites Harlow to Harolds, but Harlow chooses to stay in. Meanwhile, Aaron calls Paul to inform him about stolen goods in the shed. Paul panics and tells Aaron not to touch them. Later, Roxy meets Kyle at No.26 and pretends to introduce herself to him for the first time.

Paul is still struggling to deal with Harlows anger, but Terese tries to encourage him to take responsibility for his actions rather than blaming others. Meanwhile, Chloe and David share their disappointment with Kyle about Pauls behaviour, and the news that the thief was also Jane Harriss catfish comes to light. 

Bea tries to convince Liz not to go to Erinsborough for Ellys trial. Elly remains confident as she holds her daughter, Aster, before heading to court.

Elly has just arrived in prison and is assigned a cellmate who asks about her crime. Elly is unsure how to respond and feels uncomfortable sharing the details of her past. She wonders how she will survive in this new environment and worries about her baby, Aster, who is also with her in prison.

Elly is settling into her new cell in Goodwood prison, feeling anxious about her safety. Her family and friends on the outside are also worried about her, but they have been informed that she is fine after a recent prison riot. Andrea, a fellow inmate, offers Elly a secret phone to call her loved ones, and Elly takes the opportunity to contact her family.

Andrea witnesses Elly pouring milk down the sink and tells her that she talked her into drinking. Elly blames Andrea for the incident and asks her to leave her alone. Kyle meets Ned, and they talk about Kyles recent date with Roxy. Sheila and Roxy talk at The Waterhole about Kyles grief group, and Roxy offers to run an errand for them.

Sheila is livid with Kyle for undressing in the living room instead of the bathroom. Kyle apologizes but then notices a condom wrapper on the floor, which he quickly removes to avoid further conflict. David and Aaron discuss buying out Paul from The Shed due to a lack of trust in him. Pierce suggests finding a way to convince Paul to sell.

Paul is upset with his family and his wife for not supporting him. In Number 28, Karl and Susan are trying to coordinate their schedules around seeing their daughter Aster. Karl is unaware of Paul helping Susan after a meltdown.

Bea had her leg cast replaced with a moon boot, and Karl and Susan updated her about Claudias plan to gain custody of Aster. Susan insisted on joining Karl to find Toadie, who was having lunch with Dee. Toadie became concerned after hearing from Susan and agreed to meet them in his office.

Toadie informs the Kennedys about the opportunity to review the court order regarding Asters custody in a year or when Elly is released from prison. They discuss Claudias preparedness to take care of the baby and begin to pack her things. However, Dee arrives and expresses her concern about what is happening.

Mackenzie gets ready for school while Shane is starting his accelerated Uni classes. Dee gives Andrea a photo of Hugo, and Shane and Dipi are a bit shocked. Dee persuades Toadie to take a couple of hours off, and they go fishing in the woods. Andrea shows the inmates her photo of Hugo and tries to intimidate Elly by telling them that she can get Toadie to bring Hugo in to visit her soon.

Toadie and Dee share a kiss in the kitchen, which catches Dee off guard. Toadie admits he has been wanting to do it all day. Just as they are about to continue, the oven alarm interrupts them, signaling that the fish is ready. Dee suggests they eat while its hot, but Toadie clarifies that he was thinking of something else to do afterwards. Dee clears her schedule, leaving Toadie pleased.

Roxy goes to see Kyle to apologize for her behaviour towards Sheila and expresses concern for her well-being. However, Kyle dismisses her and advises her to stay away. Sheila, who is worried about her missing pigeon Gary, comes in and suggests taking a day off work to wait for him. However, Kyle convinces her to go to the grief group before going to work.

Sheila confronts Susan, accusing her of killing Gary the pigeon once again, convinced that the bird was poisoned by the fruit they had been selling. However, Karl discovers that Gary is still alive and that the real cause of his sickness was rotten fruit.

Dee was eager to ask Karl about job opportunities at the hospital. She revealed that she would be staying in town longer than expected because of her relationship with Toadie. However, Karl seemed distracted and confessed that he and his wife, Susan, had a fight that had been brewing for a while. He asked Dee to visit Susan, hoping it would help their situation.

Elly is planting flowers in a garden when Andrea confronts her about a plant that Dee had given her, teasing her about its significance Kyle finds Sheila hammering Garys birdhouse, which she had decided to build instead of going to work. After injuring her thumb, she becomes angry when Kyle tries to help her.

Sheila and Susan are having a heated argument. Sheila is blaming Susan for something and has announced that she will never forgive her, while Susan tries to make amends. They are unaware that Naomi has locked them in and is waiting for them to sort things out.

Mackenzie receives a dress from her Auntie Trish as a gift for her upcoming party. However, her father has not sent anything yet, leaving Mackenzie disappointed. Meanwhile, Naomi tells Kyle about her encounter with Pierce and clarifies that he is not married. Later, Pierce visits his wife Terese in her office, and they discuss their meeting with Sheilas daughter.

Harlow feels like shes not good enough for Hendrix, while Shane and Dipi are busy planning something mysterious for Mackenzies birthday. Yashvi and Ned are excited about Neds new career as an artist, while Toadie and Dee are lost in each others company.

Chloe cant shake off her suspicions about Claudias motives for looking after Aster. She suspects that Claudia knew about Sam Fitzgeralds history with the Kennedys and is determined to find proof and return Aster to her rightful family. Despite her own worries, Chloe reassures Elly that the appeal will happen soon, and she will do everything in her power to help her.

Aaron decides to call the police, while Chloe calls reception to see if Claudia was seen. They later find out that Claudia left the hotel with Aster 15 minutes ago, and they rush to the lobby, where Aaron insists, they go to the police station.

Claudias disappearance with baby Aster and speculate about whether she might have taken the baby and left the country. Meanwhile, Toadie is investigating Judge Vaggs history of unusual rulings, and Andrea threatens Elly in prison. After speaking with Judge Vaggs former clerk, Toadie is more convinced than ever that the judge has been bribed and is determined to prove it.

Bea, Susan, and Shaun are waiting outside the police station. Shaun is explaining to them about his family. In the interview room, Claudia is denying knowing anything about destroying evidence against Finn.

Elly is adjusting to being back home after being released from prison. She invites Shaun, the father of her child Aster, to stay with her so that he can be close to their daughter. However, both Elly and Shaun are struggling to cope with the aftermath of the trauma they have experienced.

Neds lack of work causes him to feel inferior, and Shanes loan to Mackenzies dad becomes a point of contention between him and Ned. Kyles uncertainty about Roxys departure causes him to question his own actions, and Naomis feelings for Pierce add an element of awkwardness and frustration to the group dynamic.

Chloe confronts Pierce and Naomi about their past and relationship with each other, which causes Chloe to question their trustworthiness. She feels betrayed that they had kept their relationship hidden from her and is angry about it. This theme of hidden past actions is further explored with Dee sharing her suspicions about Heathers location with Toadie, leading to Karl visiting Heather in jail.

Toadie is trying to get a barking toy dog to stop making noise, and Dee comes in and switches it off, earning Toadies appreciation. Dee wants to visit her mother, Heather, to get answers about her life, and Toadie is visibly annoyed but agrees that she should go with caution.

Hendrix has picked up on the tension between Karl and Susan and is determined to help them come to a resolution. Elly is finding it challenging to settle back into life back on Ramsay Street.

Aaron and David receive a surprise email from the foster agency requesting an assessment of their home that afternoon. Aaron panics as the house is in a mess and they have not had time to prepare. They call for reinforcements to help them prepare for the assessment.

Shauns behaviour and asks if he needs her to leave. Shaun apologises and explains that he has been watching Finns video diaries after Bea gave him a copy. He finds it hard to hear the things Finn said about him and lost his cool. He asks Elly if they can talk about it, but Elly is unable to do so as it is too much for her. She rushes off, upset.

Elly and Shaun are having a conversation about Shauns decision to return to Switzerland. Shaun feels like he needs to deal with the recent events surrounding Finns actions, and going back to Switzerland is what he needs to do. Elly is concerned about Shaun leaving and being absent from Asters life, but Shaun reassures her that he will be back soon and will never leave Aster permanently.

Tensions between Pierce and Paul have escalated, and Terese intervenes, insisting that they grow up and call a truce. Meanwhile, Naomi tries to persuade Chloe to stay for another glass of champagne, but Chloe declines, citing her plans to play croquet with Pierce. Kyle is suspicious of Naomis motives and questions why she would get half-naked with them if she is into Pierce.

Sheila overheard that Naomi wont be staying for dinner, which Clive is cooking, and this news makes her unhappy. Meanwhile, Pierce pays Hendrix 200 to take Harlow on a date so that he and Chloe can have the house to themselves. At Number 30, Mackenzie prepares for her father Grants visit, but she initially turns down Harlow and Hendrixs invitation to spend Pierces money.

Toadie is worried about his relationship with Dee after a massive argument over Heather. Dee hasnt been answering his calls, and Toadie is concerned that they might not be able to get past this. Karl suggests that Dee needs time to cool off.

Karl confronts Heather about lying to Dee about her father and urges her to come clean with her. Heather explains that she didnt want to cause Dee any more pain and doesnt know if her father is still alive. However, she remembers his name, Pete Wilson, and that he had a bike accident a year before Dee was born.

Pierce, and Chloe are discussing cooking when Hendrix senses that something is off between Pierce and Chloe. He tells them to work things out, and Pierce reveals that he still feels stupid about the other night when things went too far with Naomi. Chloe assures him that he has nothing to worry about, and they decide to have an honest conversation about their relationship.

Pierce and Hendrix are discussing their outfits for the Pride event. Hendrix is contemplating wearing sequins to outshine Paul Robinson, the best-dressed attendee. Pierce appears worried and jumps into the pool when questioned about it.

Kyle discusses his romantic interests with Sheila and reveals that he wants Roxy instead of Jess, which angers Sheila because she feels left out of the loop. Meanwhile, Roxy returns home from her trip to Darwin and tells Kyle that her time away helped her move on from him choosing Jess, only to find out that Kyle has since dumped Jess. She is left feeling upset and confused.

Andrea eavesdrops on Owen telling Heather that she has been approved for a visitor gardening program. Heather is thrilled and Owen promises to arrange an appointment for her and Dee later that day. Dipi and Pierce bump into each other at the Lassiters Pride event and discuss Heather and Andrea tormenting Toadie in the past.

David and Aaron were surprised when Paul and Terese paid them a visit to commend them for being foster parents. However, their mood quickly shifted when they revealed that they had been asked to take care of a teenage foster child named Emmett, which was unexpected.

Emmett is very angry and breaks a window on purpose. David and Aaron try to talk to him, but Emmett is upset and thinks they want to replace him with a younger child. He storms off to his room and overhears David and Aaron discussing whether they could take him on for longer than a week.

Mackenzie is upset with Dipi for not telling her earlier that Toadie had been working on a WorkSafe claim for Grant. She confronts Grant, accusing him of only coming back because Shane offered to help him with his problem and not because he wanted a relationship with her. Shane and Toadie enter, unaware of the confrontation, and Dipi explains the situation.

Heather tries to convince Bonnie, the guard, that she has found Dee lying in the garden. However, Bonnie does not believe her. In another scene, Yashvi and Ned offer to take Nell and Hugo to the park to give Toadie a break. This gives Toadie some much-needed time to himself.

Toadie is feeling lost and sad, having spent the night awake and unable to sleep. He talks to Shane and Dipi, but they cannot provide him with any comfort. Yashvi is also upset and staying with Ned.

Andrea is desperate for a place to stay, but Heather has a plan to help her. Heather says she will meet Andrea and her son Hugo at a specific location, and they can all go to Mildura. Heather says she can escape from prison by pretending to use the restroom and then skipping away from the guards.

Shane, Dipi and Yashvi finish up the dinner David and Aaron brought over for them. Toadie emerges after putting Hugo to bed and Yashvi immediately looks guilty. Shane tries to talk to Toadie about seeing Dee earlier, mentioning that she blames herself for everything. Toadie looks like he blames Dee too and takes his plate of dinner outside to eat to avoid further discussion.

David and Aaron are discussing what to do about Emmetts disappearance and decide to head to the school. However, they spot Emmett on the road, and Paul picks him up and hands him over to Aaron on the phone. Emmett explains that his phone died while he was trying to catch a bus. David points out that Paul should not be picking up Emmett due to his criminal record.

Tensions are running high in the neighborhood as Pierce, Chloe, and Hendrix are struggling to make sense of their failed fostering application. Harlow is still nursing her heartache over her failed relationship with Roxy, who is hoping to move on by going on a date with Kyle.

Levi invites Roxy back to his place, but she decides to call it a night instead. The two jokes around and promise to build up their friendship before Levi heads home.

Aaron and David discussing Emmetts first day at Erinsborough High. Aaron suggests they investigate some extracurricular activities for Emmett, but David thinks they should let him settle in first. Emmett emerges, looking nervous, and Aaron tries to reassure him. Shaun arrives in a suit for a job interview, and Aaron introduces Emmett to him before leaving.

Elly arrived at Chloes place to borrow a Space Jam DVD that Chloe recommended. While they were talking, Hendrix interrupted and asked to borrow 50 bucks. Pierce suggested that Hendrix should get a job instead. Pierce hoped that if Shaun gets a job, he could help Hendrix out.

Chloe and Pierce had to change their plans of participating in an island clean-up due to the urgent need to complete a government grant application on the same day. Chloe is worried about Kyle, Roxy, and Levi going back to the island, but they decide to proceed with the plan.

Levi rejects Beas offer to seek help and asks her to forget what she saw. On the island, Roxy asks Kyle why they cant be together, and he says they dont work. Yashvi shows off her police uniform to her parents, and they give her a graduation gift. Kirsha surprises Yashvi by arriving for her graduation ceremony.

Levi had been feeling better lately, despite his recent seizures. Sheila had been wanting to tell him about his medical condition, but before she could, Kyle interrupted them with news of his new relationship with Roxy. Meanwhile, Aaron tried to help Emmett focus on his studies, but Emmett was more interested in going swimming.

David and Shaun are questioning Emmett about the trashed classroom. Emmett admits to causing the damage but denies there was another person involved. Shaun insists they report it to the school principal, but Emmett begs them not to call the police. He finally admits that another kid was present, but he doesnt know his identity.

Harlow had just received a painting of herself and Prue from Ned as a gift for her eighteenth birthday. While she appreciated the gift, Harlow couldnt help but joke about Prue wanting bigger boobs in the portrait. Meanwhile, Hendrix was also about to turn eighteen, but he didnt seem excited about having a party.

Harlow is arrested for possessing and supplying a classified substance after being caught burning a bag of drugs. Despite her claims that the drugs were not hers, the police take her into custody, and Toadie, the lawyer she calls, explains the severity of the situation, as the number of drugs found could land her with up to 15 years in prison.

Terese is feeling anxious about her recent encounter with Dax, where she accidentally gave him a bribe. She worries that he or his wife might reveal what happened and cause problems for her. Despite her concerns, Paul thinks it was just a miscommunication. Meanwhile, Harlow is relieved that the charges against her have been dropped, but shes still curious about who the drugs belonged to.

Emmett hides the drone control and David and Aaron have a conversation about Emmetts mother. They are concerned about her safety due to her history of going AWOL, particularly when it comes to men, and an ex-boyfriend who may have been involved in domestic violence. David receives a call from Roxy, who is in distress after Sheila has had an accident with a drone.

Shaun takes Aster for a while to give Elly some rest before her court hearing the next day. Meanwhile, Bea questions Elly about her relationship with Shaun and how long she plans to keep pretending that theres nothing going on between them. Elly admits that theyre both interested in each other, but she doesnt want to get too caught up in it until after the hearing.

Paul had found out about the pregnancy from Tereses laptop and believes Pierce has the right to know as he is the father. However, Terese wants Chloe to have time to decide what she wants to do and asks Paul not to say anything.

Dipi prepares the lounge for Mackenzies homecoming following her surgery. Mackenzie is emotional and grateful for everyones support.

Bea is trying to justify her actions to Levi after she assaulted a patron at the bar. However, Levi warns her that the guy could press charges and that she could be in serious trouble. Bea sarcastically replies to his warning, but Levi assures her that he is on her side.

David suggests Brent should sign in when he visits in the future. Meanwhile, Aaron learns that Brent and Emmett are half-brothers, and Brent is currently living in residential care. Brent tells Emmett that as soon as he turns 18, he will get his own place, and the two of them can live together. David is worried that Brent may be a bad influence on Emmett.

Terese approached Harlow with a request to keep a secret from Paul, explaining that Nicolette is a friend of a friend. She offered air conditioning data in exchange for Harlows silence, which she needed for her sustainability project. David informed Brent and Emmett that they would be having dinner together, but Brent urged Emmett to sneak out with him to The City.

David and Aaron were discussing whether or not to take in Brent, a troubled teenager, into their home. David believed that they already had their hands full with one child and didnt have the time or energy to take care of another. On the other hand, Aaron thought they could provide Brent with love, stability, and support. The conversation was put on hold when Aaron had to leave for work.

In the aftermath of Sheilas revelation to Kyle and Levi, emotions run high. Sheila explains that the reason Levi was attacked as a child was that his attackers were looking for Kyle. She confesses that she did not tell the police at the time as she was afraid Kyle would also get in trouble, as he was breaking into houses and stealing. 

Levi was feeling frustrated with everyone showing sympathy towards him and turned to drinking to calm himself down. When Bea suggested he confide in Kyle and Sheila about his epilepsy and the assault he had suffered, he refused to do so, fearing that it would affect his career in the police force.

Yashvi investigates the drug found in a students locker at Erinsborough High, searching through lockers and gathering information from students. Nicolette talks to Chloe about sightseeing in town while staying at Lassiters, and Terese and Paul watch Harlows presentation online while discussing current guests at the hotel.

Terese excitedly tells Nicolette that Jane is on her way to Erinsborough, but Nicolette isnt thrilled by the news. Terese then reveals that she may have accidentally told Jane that Nicolette wanted to see her, causing Nicolette to become even more unhappy. Paul accuses Terese of being upset with him because her plan to keep him out of Janes marital issues backfired.

Nicolette is seen contemplating whether to visit her mother but is hesitant due to the complex nature of their relationship. She is then interrupted by Chloe, a resident on Ramsay Street, who jokes about Nicolette stalking her. The pair witness Emmett falling from a roof and Nicolette, who is a nurse, assists in his medical care.

Chloe and Nicolettes playful banter shows a growing friendship between them, despite their different personalities. Meanwhile, Janes past actions have caused a strain in her relationship with Nicolette, but she is willing to make amends. This highlights the importance of forgiveness and understanding in building and maintaining relationships.

Levi and Yashvi run into Dax, who gives them an update about Ollie. When Ollie comes out of the classroom, Mackenzie and Richie wonder if he was responsible for the drugs found on school premises, but he denies it. Yashvi invites Ollie to the police station for questioning, and he reluctantly agrees.

Dipi wakes Shane up, as he has fallen asleep over his books, and it is half an hour before his shift. Yashvi comments that he looks exhausted, but Dipi explains he has been studying hard. Yashvi points out that he should also be enjoying his time, but Dipi regrets making him go shopping when he didnt have the time.

Dipi surprises Shane with a hotel room, providing him with some much-needed relaxation time after his shift. Roxy overhears their conversation and becomes concerned about Shanes drug use. However, she agrees to keep it to herself if Shane promises to quit using drugs.

Aaron, David, and Emmett discuss Brents departure and how they can help him. David reveals that Brent was being inappropriate with Harlow, which shocks Emmett. Meanwhile, Susan is still dealing with the aftermath of the Departments investigation, and Karl tries to support her by arranging a morning tea with Bea and Jane.

Pierce asks Hendrix how he feels about it, and Chloe explains that Fays condition is worsening, and she requires round-the-clock care, and they would like to provide relief for the family in Adelaide. Hendrix agrees, and Chloe tells Pierce how much she appreciates Hendrix for being a good egg.

Jenna reassures her friends that she wont let them down before heading off to give Emmett the good news about her induction. Meanwhile, Pierce discusses Fays impending visit with Jane and Karl at Harolds cafe, and Karl suggests involving Nicolette in the preparations.

Nicolette has moved into Number 24 and quickly made an impression on Chloe and Pierce with her no-nonsense attitude. However, Hendrix is surprised to learn that Nicolette arrived without his knowledge or approval. Nicolette later explains that she is there to take care of Fay, not to take on Chloes responsibilities.

Sheila tries to help Levi with his laundry and talks to Gary the Pigeon. Bea visits Kyle and Levi and ogles at the latter before awkwardly greeting him and leaving.

Harlow and Mackenzie were discussing the environmental impact of plastic straws when Harlow suggested creating a petition to protest their use. Mackenzie seemed to agree, and they started brainstorming ideas.

Roxy confronts Shane about his belief that she is leading Kyle on. Roxy tells Shane that he is mistaken, but Shane continues to accuse her of being hung up on him. This argument leads to Roxy storming out, and Shane becoming angry and kicking furniture.

Aaron and David sat down with Emmett, explaining that they did not say anything to Paul about his mom. However, they discovered that one of the other cleaners had informed on her. Emmett was angry with his mom, and David suggested it might be best for Jenna to leave. Unfortunately, Jenna took it as the boys turning Emmett against her.

Levi is experiencing favoritism from Sheila, which is causing some tension between him and Kyle. Kyle expresses his displeasure with the situation, and it remains to be seen how this will play out in future episodes.

Yashvi confronting Bea and Levi about their secretive relationship. Bea explains that they did not want to deal with the pressure in case it didnt work out, and Levi adds that they didnt want the heat from Gran. Yashvi is upset that they didnt trust her to keep their secret as Levis partner and Beas best friend.

Dipi and Shane had a tense night, with Dipi annoyed at Shane for being locked in a library half the night after she had gone to the effort of cooking dinner. The tension continues when Mackenzie returns home and tells Dipi and Shane about how she and Harlow foiled Pauls plan to install solar panels at the hotel by leaking it to the West Waratah Star.

Roxy is tearful as Kyle demands an explanation from Shane, who is unable to give one. As they leave, Shane collapses in the kitchen, sobbing.

Aaron and David were discussing the fate of Emmett, who was struggling to decide where to live after his aunt Linda was cleared to foster him and his brother. However, Leila interjected, reminding them of the importance of maintaining a connection with family for children in care.

Chloe sat down with Fay and shared the news of her pregnancy. She explained that they waited to share the news until after undergoing tests and mentioned that she was scheduled for a CVS test to determine the levels of the babys HD markers. The weight of their earlier conversation about children at Harolds now seemed more significant.

Nicolette returns to the house where Chloe, Pierce, Fay, and Hendrix are waiting for her. However, she keeps quiet about her date with Alex. Fay tells Chloe that Mark and Paige have sent her a shortlist of baby names for her opinions. Pierce suggests naming the new baby after his dad, but Lisa disagrees.

Toadie checks on Shane, who is out for a walk, and Dipi is worried about him. Sheila invites Roxy and Kyle to try out some of her food for the party, but Kyle thinks it is a bit weird to have a party when Shane is out of town because of stress.

Shane had been struggling with drug addiction, and it had reached a breaking point. Toadie found him in a shed where he had been attempting to quit on his own by gradually reducing the amount he took, but he was clearly not coping. Toadie knew he needed to convince Shane to return home, but Shane was reluctant to do so.

Dipi was having a great time at her surprise anniversary dinner, which her daughter Mackenzie and her friends Karl and Ritchie had organized. Toadie was trying to keep Shane away until he had cleaned himself up. However, Pierce arrived at Number 24 and found out about the secret dinner.

Dipi confronts Shane about his addiction and begs him to make things right. However, Toadie reveals to Karl and Susan that Shane has been struggling with drug addiction for a few months. Yashvi is determined to catch the dealer and confides in Levi about the drugs she found in Shanes bag.

Yashvi appeared distracted, and when pressed, she admitted that watching her fathers interview had been tough. Chloe offered to dispose of a stockpile of non-eco-friendly products taken out of guest rooms, while Hendrix criticized her for working instead of spending time with him.

Jane received a message from her ex-husband, Des, informing her that he was planning to visit her the following day. She immediately suspected that Paul was responsible for Dess visit, based on a conversation he had with Nicolette.

Rose is attempting to guess Toadies computer password, but mistakenly locks him out of his system. When Mackenzie notices the locked door, she advises Rose that the door should not be locked during business hours. This is a reminder to us all that security measures should not impede normal business operations.

Dipi struggling to cope with her husband Shanes departure. She reaches a breaking point at Harolds Cafe and loses her temper, breaking some plates and causing Roxy to be shaken. Pierce steps in to clean up the mess and takes Dipi home. Toadie reminds her that she has people who care for her, including Shane and himself.

Dax informs Yashvi that her father is no longer a suspect in the drugs case, as long as nothing changes. Levi joins them and Dax invites him for a beer later in the day. Meanwhile, Ned realizes that Erinsborough is visible in the background of one of the photos he sent to his subscriber. Paul confronts Ned for not being present at the exhibition.

Yashvi and Patricia attend to Rivers injuries in an abandoned building, where they discover a taser wound on his torso. Meanwhile, Dax continues to make unsettling remarks towards Levi, who looks nervous. Levi uses Kyles arrival as an excuse to get rid of Dax, but Dax gets a call about River being assaulted and asks Levi to accompany him to the hospital.

Nicolette has just confessed her feelings to Chloe, and now Chloe is surprised by the news. Nicolette tells her that she is in love with her and that she will have to find a new job. Chloe, however, responds by telling her that she is in love with Pierce and that her feelings are not going to change.

Rose confides in Hendrix that she has been taking photos of files at Toadies office in order to find evidence that her husband, James, is hiding assets from her. However, she is afraid to tell Toadie as he is bound by client confidentiality and believes that James will not give her a fair settlement in the divorce.

Sheila walks into the room to find Levi, Kyles cousin, having a seizure on the floor. Concerned, she immediately calls for help. Bea, Kyles girlfriend, takes charge of the situation and decides to call the police to get Levi the medical attention he needs.

Mackenzies condition remains uncertain, and Dipi is anxious, waiting for news at the hospital. Karl advises Susan to leave the hospital and go home, but Susan is worried about Mackenzie and upset with Karls involvement.

Roxy feels guilty for advising Ned to create the Fandangle video and apologises to him. Ned admits that he went too far and regrets his actions but decides to focus on his upcoming exhibition.

Chloe is upset about Pierces excitement over their baby, and Nicolette offers her support and suggests she take a walk to calm down. Meanwhile, at Harolds Cafe, Rose gives Hendrix headphones as a gift, but he is preoccupied with the consequences of stealing Mackenzies speech. When Toadie arrives and confronts him, Rose concocts a story to cover up Hendrixs actions.

Chloe is admitted after experiencing severe pains while out for a walk alone. Her partner, Pierce, is worried about her and wants to go into the room with her, but Nicolette, another hospital staff member, advises against it. Chloe is in severe pain and looks tearfully at Pierce through the glass. Later, Nicolette gives Pierce the good news that Chloe and the baby are going to be fine.

Nicolette and Pierce are worried about Chloes pregnancy, as she has not told her mother Fay that she is using a surrogate instead of carrying the baby herself. They urge Chloe to tell her mother the truth, but she insists on waiting.

Pierce accuses Nicolette of causing Chloe to have a miscarriage by encouraging her to go for a walk. Chloe, however, defends Nicolette and insists that it was her own idea. Aaron and David decide to give the family space but plan to take dinner and a care package over later.

Ned meets Scarlett again and is horrified, as she had stabbed him with a cheese knife during their previous encounter. Scarlett insists that she is not stalking him and that she wants to commission Ned to paint her portrait as a wedding gift for her fiancé. She blackmails Ned by threatening to release a video with his tattoos to his friends and family.

Ned receives a gift from his girlfriend, Scarlett - a new palette knife with a sweet engraving. However, Scarletts behavior takes a turn for the worse when she sends Ned a message saying she will leave him alone if he gives her a painting.

Kyle takes it upon himself to try and play matchmaker between Levi and Bea, while celebrating Levis return to work. Meanwhile, Clive pays a visit to Sheila to talk about Levis medical results, and Sheila seems to feel guilty about interfering in Levis affairs.

Sheila is trying to mend things with her grandson Levi, who is upset with her for potentially jeopardizing his return to work by asking her boyfriend, Clive, to evaluate him. Nicolette suggests to Levi that he ask for a second, independent evaluation, which he is hesitant to do out of fear of being cut loose.

Nicolette tells Jane that she has accepted a permanent position at the hospital, and Jane is happy to hear the news. However, Nicolette is doubtful that things will improve with Chloe, and she doesnt think their dream of living happily ever after on the same street will come true.

Dipi and Shane are still arguing about the cooking class, and both are blaming each other for not being supportive. Shane, on the other hand, is blaming Pierce for starting the argument.

Dipi and Pierce share a kiss, but the guilt they feel afterwards makes them realize they shouldnt have done it. Pierce suggests keeping it a secret to avoid complicating their already shaky marriages further. At Harolds Cafe, Yashvi discusses her father Shanes recent argument with Dipi.

Kyle has joined Roxy and Bea outside No 22 and is informed that the conversation between Ned and Yashvi is full-on, and things are worse than expected.

Jane is excited about being made permanent at school. She hopes that Nicolette will also settle down in the street, but Nicolette has other plans and is looking for a new place to live.

Toadie drops by Karl and Susans house to talk about their previous nights encounter with Rose. Karl denies any wrongdoing, while Susan admits that she suggested their dinner might have been a date. Toadie teases them for a while before telling them hes arranged a second date with Rose.

Toadie and Mackenzie are seen talking to James outside the hotel, attempting to persuade him to reconcile with Rose. James jokes about Toadies bond with Rose, while Mackenzie clarifies that the relationship between Rose and Toadie is strictly professional.

Shane is serving pasta sauce to his guests, hoping it tastes better than his previous bad attempt. Chloe offers to help but Shane refuses and goes to put some music on. Meanwhile, at the Hive, Ned is struggling to paint without thinking of Scarletts taunting. He receives a text from Yashvi saying shes busy.

Paul eagerly searches for his portrait, and Terese unwraps a painting of him that he hates. Meanwhile, Levi tells Bea about Yashvis confrontation with Scarlett at the hospital, and Dipi tries on costumes for the exhibition with Shane, who is feeling unwell and decides to stay home. Chloe and Pierce head to the exhibition together, leaving Hendrix behind to Skype with Harlow.

Terese is worried about Ned and cannot reach him. Paul thinks Ned is just blowing off steam and hassling him will make things worse. Yashvi feels guilty for making Ned put on the exhibition that caused the trouble. She blames herself for the incident, but Bea points out that Scarlett is obsessed with Ned and would have done anything regardless.

Ned is being questioned by the police about the disappearance of Scarlett. The police show Ned a palette knife and he identifies it as his own but cannot remember anything about the situation. He suggests that Scarlett must have planted the knife to set him up, but the police cannot be sure until they find Scarlett.

Nicolette receives a surprise visit from her friend Audrey, whom she had been ignoring. David and Aaron come in, and Nicolette insists that she barely knows Ned and doesnt want to visit him. Meanwhile, Dipi and Shane worry about Yashvi, who is struggling with the situation involving Ned.

Dipi tells Toadie about her arguments with Shane regarding his indecisiveness on university decisions and the fear of relapse, which leads them to fight a lot lately. Toadie advises her to be patient with Shane and keep him on track. Nicolette sees Pierce and Audrey talking and then questions Audrey about their conversation after Pierce left.

Pierce and Dipi feel guilty about what they have done and discuss how they both love their respective spouses. They agree that what happened between them is a one-time thing, and they need to focus on their spouses. Nicolette has sent Karl a bill for the repairs she made on the ceiling, which has left Karl feeling annoyed and cheated.

Kyle has suffered a nasty 2nd-degree burn and is taken to the hospital, where he is treated by Beverly. Clive, who was present at Kyles house during the incident, takes this opportunity to speak to Sheila about their previous relationship. Although Sheila denies that she was about to take him back, Clive feels that there is still a chance for them.

Paul and Ned are discussing Scarletts case when Roxy joins them. She assures them that she wont judge or blab about their secrets, but Ned is feeling tense and leaves. Later, Terese and Harlow tell Roxy that she basically accused Ned of being guilty. Terese believes that Detective Graves is in Erinsborough for Neds case.

Ned is struggling with his memories of the night Scarlett died. He tells Paul and Terese about a flash he had of hearing thumping from the car boot while he was driving, which he believes was Scarlett, and another flash in which he was holding a bloody palette knife. Although he cannot remember killing Scarlett, he feels guilty and thinks he must have done it.

Bea visits Paul and Terese at The Hive, telling them that Ned has asked her to bring some paintings back from the exhibition. While discussing the situation, Scarlett eavesdrops on their conversation through a hole in the door to the storage room. Bea asks if they think that Ned is guilty, and Terese replies that she is still processing the fact that he turned himself in.

Shane tells Toadie about his argument with Dipi. Toadie scolds him for going to the police station and messing with evidence. He advises Shane to step back because Yashvi is in a worse position now. Dipi interrupts their conversation and asks Shane to leave her alone.

Jane and Nicolette discuss the portrait of Mrs Mangel. Nicolette declines a lunch invitation from her mother, as she is waiting for Chloe, who is having a difficult time and needs her. Chloe arrives, and they head off together. Dipi decides to stay longer with Pierce. Chloe hears about David and Aarons baby plans and is thrilled for them.

Nicolette visits Nell, who is unwell and believes that she deserves to know the truth about Nicolettes sexuality. Jane is upset to hear that Nicolette had hidden this from her and is angry that she would upset Nell when she was already sick. Nell dies shortly after Nicolette leaves, leaving Jane upset. 

Kyle is hit by a van and taken to the hospital while Bea and Terese rush to help him. Roxy reveals that she is the moderator of the Facebook page for Pauls portrait and also the one whos been moving it around town for everyones amusement.

Levi, Ned, Yashvi and Bea want to bring new evidence to Detective Graves, but he isnt interested, dismissing it as circumstantial. Yashvi warns Ned that his family could be in danger, and he decides to leave the house. Meanwhile, Kyle goes overboard baby-proofing the house, concerned that he and Roxy will be targeted by Scarlett.

Dipi is not excited about her camping trip with Shane, where they will be in complete isolation. Toadie thinks it sounds wonderful, but Dipis face says the opposite. Ned, Yashvi, Bea, and Levi reconvene, and Yashvi has made the social media posts about the wedding. Ned managed to get a celebrant on the grounds that its a commitment ceremony rather than a legal wedding.

Levis quick actions prevent Scarletts plan to harm Bea from succeeding, but Scarlett ends up hurting herself. At the hospital a sense of relief amongst everyone as they are glad that the plan did not work. The police arrive to take statements from everyone, indicating that there may be further developments in the case.

Terese, the responsible and caring mother figure, urges Harlow to prioritize her upcoming exam by going to bed early and turning off her phone. Despite Harlows initial reluctance, Terese finally convinces her to do so, showing her firm but gentle parenting skills.

Pierce and Pauls disagreement regarding their business in the Lassiters hotel has created tension between them. The situation escalates when Pierce decides to sell his share of the hotel to Paul, leading to Chloes disappointment.

Terese, the responsible and caring mother figure, urges Harlow to prioritize her upcoming exam by going to bed early and turning off her phone. Despite Harlows initial reluctance, Terese finally convinces her to do so, showing her firm but gentle parenting skills.

At Erinsborough High School, tensions are high as Jane confronts Harlow about cheating on an exam. Harlow discovers that Hendrix is responsible for sending photos of the exam paper on her phone. Jane decides to report the incident, which leaves Harlow feeling even more betrayed.

Pierces suggestion to move out of Erinsborough and Victoria shocks Terese, who worries about the impact it would have on her family. Meanwhile, Hendrix is desperate to win Harlow back, and his discovery of Pierces moving plans complicates matters even further.

Sheila expresses her guilt over what happened to Levi, revealing that she feels responsible for his pain. Kyle tries to reassure her that it wasnt her fault, but Sheila remains troubled.

Sheila is shown to be worried about Levis desire to apply for the police weapons training scheme again. Her concern stems from his previous troubles with the law and the potential dangers of having a weapon.

Chloe is feeling overjoyed at Pierces return to Number 24. Pierce tells her that hes ready to move back in and has taken all the time he needed to sort things out. He confesses that he missed her and is eager to make things right. However, things are not going so well for Dipi at Number 30.

Dipi thanks Pierce for something he gave her. Pierce insists that it is he who should be thanking Dipi. This exchange makes Dipi emotional, causing Nicolette, who is hiding in the bathroom, to panic. When Pierce approaches the bathroom door, Nicolette fears that she will be discovered.

Pierce is seen hastily dressing and trying to talk to his wife, Chloe, but she walks out of the hotel room. Pierce wants to go after her, but she urges him to stay. Nicolette approaches Chloe after waiting for her to exit the hotel and asks her whats wrong, but Chloe is too worried about her need to throw up to respond.

Dipi is grateful for Sheilas kindness in taking her in, following her separation from Shane. Sheila agrees to respect Dipis boundaries and not take sides, but offers her support as a friend.

Mackenzie struggles with her anger after a fight with Richie, which leads to her rushing off in frustration. Roxy steps in and advises her to stop blaming Richie for her parents marital problems. Meanwhile, Susan and Karl return from their trip to Switzerland, and Karl is suspicious of a new top in Susans suitcase, causing tension between them.

Nathan and Bea, who have a great date and plan to go on more. Meanwhile, Kyle and Roxy are curious about how Bea knows Packo. Sheila drops off snacks for Levi at work and inquires about the Packo situation.

Pierce and Dipis affair has caused a stir within their friend group. The situation becomes more complicated as Toadie tries to console Shane, who is still upset about Pierce and Dipi being together. However, Shane becomes enraged when he learns that the situation is about to become more complicated.

Pierces health takes a turn for the worse as he suffers from a heart attack and is rushed to the hospital. The news of his condition sends shockwaves throughout the community, and his loved ones are left reeling. Hendrix, Pierces stepson, turns to Susan for support, hoping to find some solace in her comforting presence.

Nicolette presents David and Aaron with the idea of her being their surrogate and them co-parenting with her. While David is initially sceptical, Aaron is intrigued by the idea, wanting to explore it further. They discuss the pros and cons, with David reminding Aaron about their planned surrogacy arrangement in Canada.

Bea is upset when she discovers that Nathan and Levi have a complicated history, and she walks away from the situation. Meanwhile, Levi is hurt that his friends, Roxy and Kyle, kept the secret about Nathan and Bea from him, leaving him feeling betrayed.

Hendrix, Jay, Richie, and Ollie, are preparing for their schoolies trip. As they unload their car in the campsite car park, Ollie records a video expressing his excitement for the trip. The boys discuss their expectations, including scoring with girls. Hendrix hopes the girls arent watching, while Richie is concerned about his girlfriend, who isnt responding to his texts.

While Karl is worried about the potential scandal at the school, Pierce is more focused on imparting life lessons to his son Hendrix. Karl struggles with how to inform his wife about the incident, and the girls discuss Richies mistreatment of Mackenzie. Harlow being suspicious of Hendrix and Richies motives for delaying their meeting with Mackenzie.

Pierces confession to Dipi about his enduring love for Chloe leads to heartbreak for Dipi, a revelation that creates a tension that is unmistakable. Meanwhile, Chloe confirms the end of her relationship with Pierce, and Nicolette hands over her health summary and ovulation schedule to Aaron and David, urging them to accept her offer.

Tensions rise as Nicolette and her mother Jane have a conversation about Nicolettes pregnancy. Nicolette is adamant that she needs her mothers complete support and wants the news to be made public, but Jane remains silent, leaving Nicolette feeling frustrated and unsupported.

Levi reports that Bea is doing well with her mother and has been working on a new song. However, Levi also notes that Bea has not mentioned Nathan, which may be a cause for concern.

Sheila and Kyle, who are attempting to help Nathan after he sustains an injury. However, their efforts are interrupted by the arrival of Levi, who insists that they step aside and allow him to take control of the situation.

Pierce and Chloe are still discussing Hendrixs financial situation. Pierce is considering buying Hendrix an apartment, but Chloe believes that it is not the right solution. She advises Pierce to stop feeling guilty and be firm with Hendrix so that he learns to be independent.

The departure of Pierce leaves Chloe feeling down. She cancels her plans with the girls and decides to stay home. Nicolette, on the other hand, is happy that Pierce is gone, but she understands that Chloe needs some time alone. She gives her some space and lets her be.

Jane proposes the idea of a group chat for the housemates, but Nicolette seems distracted by her own thoughts. Nicolette starts to develop a plan, and it becomes clear that she has some ulterior motives.

The revelation of Dipis affair with Pierce is a turning point for the family. Yashvis reaction to her mothers confession is one of hurt and betrayal, and its clear that it will take time for her to process and forgive. Dipi, meanwhile, is left to grapple with the consequences of her actions and the impact they have had on her loved ones.

Jay and Hendrix try to cover up the mess they made in Shane and Dipis apartment by staging a break-in. Hendrix is hesitant to help because he is already in trouble with the police, but eventually agrees. They also discuss deleting the security camera footage, which Hendrix is supposed to do before starting his first day of work at Lassiters.

Dipis secret is finally out. She confesses to her daughter Yashvi that she had an affair with Pierce, a man who is not her husband. Despite her infidelity, Dipi insists that she would never abandon her children. However, Yashvi is deeply upset and feels betrayed.

Jane is feeling ashamed of herself after waking up next to Clive following the spiked punch, and she tries to hide her embarrassment. Meanwhile. The Kennedys are suspicious of Audreys behaviour during the party and want to clarify the inconsistencies in her story.

Audrey confesses to Toadie that she had stolen money from a dead person. However, she never used it and wanted to return it to the family. Audrey confided in Nicolette, who had already spent the money and convinced her to keep quiet. This causes tension between them as Audrey feels guilty for what she had done.

Nicolette drops the bombshell on Aaron that she is pregnant, and while he is thrilled with the news, David appears hesitant to accept it. Overwhelmed by the situation, David retreats to bed, leaving Aaron to try and talk to him about it the next morning. However, David remains uncertain about the baby, leaving Aaron to face the situation alone.

Hendrix returns to the laundry room at Lassiters Hotel and discovers Terese unconscious against the wall. He quickly calls for help, and David arrives and takes her to the hospital, where Paul meets them. After some medical attention, David reassures Paul that Terese has moderate hyperthermia and will be okay. 

Jay introduces the idea of card-counting to Hendrix in the hopes of making money from underground blackjack games. At first, Hendrix is skeptical about the legality of the plan. However, due to his financial troubles, he eventually agrees to give it a try. Although the two struggle with card-counting, Jay tries to teach Hendrix some online games to help him practice.

Clive and Janes decision to pursue a relationship on the down-low. Despite their age difference, the two characters feel a strong connection, and they decide to take things slow and keep their relationship a secret from their friends and family. However, it remains to be seen how long they can keep their feelings for each other under wraps.

Sheila and Jane discussing the broken deckchair in No.32s backyard. Sheila is feeling down about her relationship with Clive and believes there is no hope for them. Jane sympathises and suggests they head over to No.26 to talk this over, but Sheila wants to stay. As Clive appears and disappears into the Doug Out, Jane agrees to stay.

Nicolettes meeting with Ricardo to discuss her debt repayment. She looks upset after the meeting, prompting Dipis concern. Chloe suggests that she share the news with Aaron at The Waterhole, but Dipi reminds her that Nic needs to start her shift at Harolds soon. Meanwhile, Amy is working on her uniform design in her room when Terese tells her about guest complaints about the noise.

Amy is struggling to cope with the guilt of her designs being copied. She fears getting caught and faces Shanes support as he tries to comfort her. To take her mind off things, Shane takes Amy out for dinner, where they bump into Terese. Terese approaches Amy to talk about the tender and informs her that she still has the contract, and Paul was impressed with her designs.

The tension between Hendrix and Jay is palpable, as Hendrix is blaming Jay for his recent gambling losses. Despite Jays attempt to explain his actions, Hendrix remains unconvinced. Jay, however, promises to help Hendrix recover his losses by lending him money to buy into the next game. Meanwhile, Amy is focused on her uniform idea and seeking a new fabric supplier.

Hendrix and Jay host a secret card game at Number 24. Hendrix is confident that he can win big, but Jay is concerned that things could go wrong. Kane, a former associate of Hendrix, wants the game to be played at 24 and the boys are following his rules to avoid getting caught. Despite Jays warnings, Hendrix insists on playing on, as he needs to win his money back.

Clive and Jane, who have been keeping their relationship a secret, are caught by Sheila. Meanwhile, Aaron tries to convince David to reconcile with Nicolette, but David seems to be unwilling to do so.

David and Kyle found Nicolette unconscious on the floor of the caf, causing panic among them. David immediately suggests taking her to the hospital, but Nicolette is worried about leaving the caf unattended. After much persuasion from David, Kyle agrees to look after the caf while they take Nicolette to the hospital. Fortunately, Nicolette and her baby are both okay.

Amy admits to Chloe that she plagiarized another designers work, a confession that Chloe finds hard to swallow. Chloe is torn between loyalty to her friend and her responsibility to the business. She ultimately decides that Terese needs to know about Amys actions and refuses to cover for her friend.

At Number 28, Hendrixs predicament escalates as he receives a bullet from Kane, a person he owes a large sum of money. His fear for his life leads him to contemplate desperate measures. Jay comes up with a plan to rob Dipis room to find something valuable to sell. However, Hendrix and Jays actions could have dire consequences.

Shane and Amys kiss, which leaves Amy feeling excited but confused. However, their moment is cut short when Shane leaves to buy cheese, leaving Amy wondering about the nature of their relationship. Meanwhile, Clive and Jane return from their mini-break, and they discuss their policy on dealing with Sheila. They decide to be discreet but not hide, leaving Sheila feeling uncomfortable.

Sheila calls Des to come to Erinsborough to spend time with Jane, and Roxy informs her friends of the news. Kyle, Levi, and Bea join in on the conversation, but Levi points out that Roxy lied about Jane wanting to be with Des. Bea suggests waiting to see what happens next.

Sheilas health scare brings her loved ones together to support her. Clive, a doctor and Sheilas love interest, takes charge of the situation and ensures that Sheila receives the proper medical care.