Home and Away (1988 - 2026)

Roo and Alf attempt to conceal their evening arrangements from each other. Meanwhile, Neville makes a startling discovery when a priority-paid letter arrives for Carly.

Lance and Martin’s prank places Fisher in an embarrassing predicament.

Celia’s persistent matchmaking forces Alf to make a decision about Ailsa, while Tom unearths startling details of Carly’s family background.

A stray dog divides the Fletcher household; Tom is alarmed when he learns how Carly got hold of the money.

The truce between Fisher and Tom is short-lived, while Ailsa finds an unlikely confidante for her woes.

Tom and Pippa face an agonising decision, while Lynn makes some dramatic allegations against Fisher.

Lynn makes a remarkable new friend on the run; Carly’s snobbishness causes a few tense moments in the Fletcher household.

Lance and Martin’s practical joke turns sour, while Lynn insists on a few changes around the Pappas farm.

Lance auditions for a place in the band, while Carly takes up karate.

Sally hatches a scheme to bring Lynn back, while Nico begins to display some alarming symptoms.

Nico and Lynn are finally cornered, while Floss tries to save Mrs Pappas from the terror tactics of small-town vigilantes.

Battle lines are drawn as pro and anti-Nico factions are mobilised. Fisher tries to extract a compromising confession from Lynn.

Lynn comes to the rescue when Bobby faces expulsion from school. Meanwhile, Tom woos Celia over to the pro-Nico camp.

Pippa faces the spectre of death in the wake of her shock discovery. Alf teases Frank about his amorous exploits.

Roo uses her wiles to manipulate Frank and Alf. Meanwhile, Steven helps Carly wriggle out of Martin’s clutches.

Sally is on the run from the law, while Fisher and Alf clash bitterly.

Nico’s efforts to make peace with Fisher backfire. Meanwhile, Roo resolves to probe Ailsa’s mysterious past.

Fingers are pointed in the wake of Jessie’s poisoning.

Roo resorts to burglary in her attempts to discredit Ailsa.

Fisher recruits the Fletchers in a scheme to trap the baiter. Meanwhile, Lance and Martin concoct an outrageous plan to beat the alcohol ban.

Tensions explode into violence as Bobby comes to Ailsa’s defence. Meanwhile, Alf lays down the law to Roo.

Roo destroys the engagement party with a shattering revelation about Ailsa.

Floss’ decision to face her estranged son has unforeseen consequences.

Steven takes lessons in the Lance and Martin school of seduction.

Alf makes a snap decision about Roo’s future, while the Fletchers are mystified by Lance’s eccentric domestic arrangements.

Floss is not prepared for the antics of her young grandson. Meanwhile, Celia spies Ailsa and Fisher having an intimate chat.

Floss faces exposure when she is forced to speak to her estranged son on the phone. Lance and Martin try to conceal their home-brewing operation.

Carly’s hysterical reaction to Martin’s advances suggests that all is not well. Tom and Pippa share a romantic interlude.

Carly struggles to exorcise the ghosts of her traumatic experience. Fisher’s career prospects receive a setback.

An infuriated Lynn lets a cat out of the bag. Meanwhile, Barlow catches Steven and Sandra staying late after school.

Malicious gossip spreads when Carly’s terrible secret is revealed. Meanwhile, there are angry clashes in the Fletcher household over the kids’ handling of the crisis.

Lance and Martin defy Barlow, while Carly faces her critics.

The spectre of domestic violence returns to haunt Ailsa as Sandra pleads for help. Meanwhile, Celia tries to kick the gossip habit.

Steven turns sleuth in his efforts to nail Barlow. Meanwhile, Ben exposes Neville and Floss as frauds.

There is a surprise twist in the search for the Summer Bay nut. Meanwhile, Lance and Martin try to sober up Fisher’s drunken cat.

Sandra desperately tries to conceal the evidence of her latest thrashing.

Barlow’s vendetta against the Fletcher’s escalates, while Lance and Martin reveal their latest money-making scheme.

Pippa receives a sinister visitor, while Celia lets her hair down in the line of duty.

Celia finds herself the target of Summer Bay gossip. Meanwhile, the lid blows on Lance and Martin’s home brew operation.

The kids defy the wowsers and proceed with the dance plans.

Tom finds a new venue for the dance, while Sandra revolts against her father.

A surprise guest arrives a Steven’s birthday party.

Ailsa intervenes to save Sandra as Barlow begins to lose control.

Lance and Martin excavate an unsuspecting victim’s yard in search of buried treasure.

Fisher unwittingly drives a wedge between Ailsa and Alf.

Scott turns up to claim his missing son, while Fisher threatens to resign.

Floss and Neville turn Scott’s front lawn into a shambles, while Sandra tries to enlist Steven’s help in an unscrupulous scheme.

Lance and Martin devise an illicit money-making scheme.

Lance and Martin pay a high price for silence as their scam is exposed.

Carly challenges Lynn to eat meat on Good Friday. Meanwhile, Sandra is determined to provide the authorities with evidence of child abuse.

Barlow plays the injured party as Sandra presses charges. Steven and Sandra face the painful prospect of separation.

Ailsa puts her plan into action, while Bobby tries to glamorize herself.

Carly seeks solace while the dance rages.

Celia is determined to nail the Fletchers this time, while Roo’s ill-timed return causes friction and embarrassment.

Floss and Neville recruit the entire town in a play to get Pippa off the hook. Meanwhile, Roo receives some devastating news.

Roo breaks the bad news to her city boyfriend.

Ailsa smells a rat when Roo returns to Summer Bay, while Lynn closes her mind to the truth about her father.

Lynn faces her wily, deceitful father, while Roo outlines her devious plans for Frank.

Treachery lures Sandra back into the family home, while Lance and Martin invade someone else’s territory.

There is a violent showdown at gunpoint.

Sandra tries to come to terms with the aftermath of the showdown, while Fisher strives to make anti-Fletcher capital out of the tragedy.

Steven and Sandra have their first date, while Floss spurns the carnival lifestyle.

Samuels taunts Steven, while Lance comes to the rescue when Neville faces eviction.

Carly resists pressure to tread the boards, fearing all contact with men. Meanwhile, Frank is falling further under Roo’s influence.

Celia is not above blackmail in her efforts to rehabilitate Carly. Meanwhile, Roo and Bobby clash over Frank.

Anzac Day heralds upheaval in the Fletcher household.

Danny’s cruel taunting revives painful memories for Celia.

Danny calls Pippa’s bluff in a vicious and calculating way.

Tom and Pippa clash bitterly over Danny.

Steven comes further under Samuels’ influence, while Roo carefully baits her trap for Frank.

Roo’s trap springs shut, Sally turns matchmaker and Tom and Pippa squabble.

Ailsa risks a bitter rift when she opposes Alf over Frank.

The tension between Tom and Pippa reaches a peak when Danny attempts suicide.

Danny finds an outlet for his frustration, while Alf and Ailsa’s engagement is in doubt.

Samuels intervenes to instill new confidence in Danny, while Roo puts stage two of her plan into action.

Roo enlists Celia in her scheme and presents Frank with a dramatic fait accompli.

Neville strikes a sly bargain with his son, while Bobby is provoked by Samuels’ sexist taunts.

Alf is confronted by a four-man delegation, while Bobby turns triathelete.

Bobby is haunted by Floss’ fatal premonition, while Frank drags Roo out of school to make a jubilant announcement.

Bobby stuns Ailsa with a confession.

Ailsa takes drastic steps to keep Bobby in Summer Bay, while Pippa receives flowers from a sinister source.

There is little reaction to Alf and Ailsa’s shock news. Meanwhile, Carly prepares to wow an unsuspecting Foley at the cast party.

Carly feels humiliated when she overhears a conversation.

Floss and Neville turn their hands to marriage guidance, while Alf and Ailsa clash over Bobby’s sullen behaviour.

Floss describes her vivid and terrifying premonition. Meanwhile, Fisher catches Carly and Foley in a compromising situation.

Bobby takes desperate measures to put paid to Floss’ prediction. Meanwhile, Lance and Martin get the wrong end of the stick.

Neville lays down the law about arson. Meanwhile, the tide of public feeling turns against Foley.

Lance and Martin set a trap, with Lance as bait. Pippa has a disturbing encounter with a stranger.

There is friction over Steven’s demanding training program.

The Summer Bay nutter is cornered at last and makes touching amends to Nico.

There is friction within the Fletcher family as Nico makes himself at home. Meanwhile, battle lines are drawn as Steven stands up to Samuels’ tyranny.

Steven triumphs over Samuels with a bold ultimatum. Meanwhile, Frank finds himself in a difficult situation when Nico elects himself best man.

The seeds of rebellion are sown as Celia takes charge of “The Mikado”.

Pippa tries to save Nico from an angry Frank. Meanwhile, emotional blackmail is used in an attempt to entice Nico back home.

Tom and Frank compete against each other for the same job. Bobby searches for evidence to prove that Frank is the victim of of Roo’s treachery.

Roo schemes to destroy Frank’s friendship with Bobby. Celia is outraged by Floss’ efforts to update “The Mikado”.

Aunt Morag sweeps into town bringing trouble in her wake. Bobby makes a desperate last-ditch attempt to expose Roo’s vicious machinations.

Brett Macklin turns up to make claims on Roo’s baby. Lance and Martin’s plans for Frank’s buck night end in catastrophe.

Roo wrestles with her conscience as her wedding day dawns.

Frank fights for life on the operating table. Meanwhile, Roo takes flight as Summer Bay turns its back on her.

Morag tries to take control of Roo’s shattered life; Frank regains consciousness.

Celia sets out to rescue Roo from Morag’s clutches; Alf disowns his daughter.

Roo rebels against Brett’s tyranny. Meanwhile, Carly tries to con Fisher into letting her off school.

Carly is caught out basking in the reflected glory of her twin’s modelling triumph.

Lance and Martin enlist Narelle to boost Frank’s flagging morale. Who has anonymously returned the stolen money?

Carly and Bobby join forces to get their own back on Lance; Roo suffers for all her conniving.

Fisher is fearful of scandal when his ex-wife threatens to return to Summer Bay.

Carly’s twin throws herself at her sister’s mercy.

The girls endeavour to hide Carly’s twin sister from the rest of the family.

Bobby turns rebel. Meanwhile, there appears to be a sinister ulterior motive for Samantha’s presence in Summer Bay.

As Samantha is tracked down, hordes of cameramen descend on the caravan park; Carly’s father makes her an attractive business proposition.

Carly's father makes her an attractive business proposition.

Blinded by showbusiness glamour, Carly has become vain and selfish.

Ailsa risks her marriage in a desperate effort to bring Alf and Roo together. Celia is the hapless victim of Lance and Martin’s trickery.

An intimate dinner for two is less than relaxed for Barbara and Fisher. Meanwhile, courtroom trauma looms for Roo.

Roo and Brett settle out of court but the baby’s future still seems far from secure.

Bobby is alarmed by a young surfie who claims to have intimate knowledge of her childhood pranks.

Roo bears the brunt of Frank’s fury; Carly’s scheming father interferes in Fletcher affairs.

Frank decides to act in his own interests for a change; Fisher is stunned to learn his son’s lethal secret.

Morag connives to further Brett’s interests, while Brett sets out to work on Alf and Celia.

There is embarrassment and confusion all round as Lance moves house. Meanwhile, Lynn’s real parents decide they want her back.

A film crew invades the Fletcher home; Lynn and Carly exploit the power of the press to fight the welfare system.

Carly connives to free herself of her escort during the modelling junket; Barbara betrays Alan’s terrible secret.

Carly uses Alan’s terrible secret to her own advantage; Brett Macklin arrives in Summer Bay to pursue his devious plan.

Carly pushes Tom too far in her selfish pursuit of glamour. Meanwhile, Narelle and Bobby decide to give Frank and Martin a taste of their own squalor.

Carly makes her modelling debut, unaware of events back in Summer Bay that could change her life forever.

Carly tries to deal with her family’s treachery. Meanwhile, one of Summer Bay’s favourite residents is suddenly taken ill.

Alan’s pranks cause further conflict with his father, while Carly is humiliated on a national television program.

Gordon Macklin arrives in Summer Bay determined to change the face of the town. Meanwhile, Ailsa makes Lance’s day with some exciting news.

Lance and Martin search feverishly for something they believe holds the key to their futures. Meanwhile, Frank is horrified to discover where his furniture came from.

Lance and Martin raid Russell’s place in search of the missing lottery ticket. Meanwhile, Ailsa recruits Frank to infiltrate the Macklin camp.

The scavengers come out of the woodwork as news of Lance’s lottery win spreads. Meanwhile, Matt and Carly face sudden separation.

Barbara suspects that Fisher is interested in more than friendship. Meanwhile, Lance’s mother cramps her son’s lifestyle.

Alan is determined to drive his father out of town, while Celia receives a pre-paid ticket to Tahiti.

Alan plays a malicious trump card in his plan to provoke his father to violence.

Fisher’s future is thrown into jeopardy by his malicious son, but Bobby has some information that could explain his actions.

Efforts to scare away Lance’s mother backfire badly. Meanwhile, Fisher gives his son food for thought.

Ideological differences threaten Ailsa’ and Alf’s marriage and Roo’s cunning plans don’t help matters.

Who is the beautiful woman on Frank’s arm at the Macklin cocktail party?

Brett finds himself attracted to Frank’s female companion, while Lance’s days as a sports car owner come to a sudden end.

Bobby receives a gift from an unknown admirer. Alf and Ailsa’s marriage is moving closer to breaking point.

Alan finally makes peace with his father. Bobby is pursued by an eligible bachelor.

Ailsa and Alf call an uneasy truce, while Narelle falls in love with a younger man.

Ailsa increases her opposition to the Macklin project, while Steven basks in his newfound glory.

Roo and Brett join forces to widen the rift between Alf and Ailsa.

Alf unwittingly delivers the final blow to his marriage. Martin decides he must part company with a wealthy friend.

Steven’s romantic exploits elevate him to a hero status. Meanwhile, one of Summer Bay’s long-standing residents decides she must leave town forever.

Bobby is determined to fight for Ailsa’s return and abuses Alf for his heartlessness. Meanwhile, Martin has a pleasant surprise.

Steven’s Uncle Philip visits Summer Bay. Bobby stumbles upon some frightening information.

Tom is terrified by what he has learned.

Pippa is in labour, but the family have just discovered that this will not be an easy birth.

Bobby and Alan head to the city to try to talk some sense into Ailsa.

Lynn returns to Summer Bay to visit a very special person. Meanwhile, Bobby and Alan’s friendship seems to deepen.

A vital young life hangs in the balance.

Bobby struggles with a moral dilemma.

Fisher fights to retain his composure at a highly unusual funeral.

While Bobby struggles with her loss, Fisher finally comes to terms with his late son’s rebellion.

Frank experiences feelings for Bobby that he didn’t know existed.

Bobby goes on a date with Brett Macklin.

Bobby and Frank admit their feelings for each other.

Ailsa tells Bobby the truth about Graham. Roo’s latest scheme backfires when she goes into labour.

The Macklin family converges on Summer Bay for the birth of Roo’s baby.

Bobby is jealous when Frank is called to the hospital to comfort Roo.

Alf heads off for a break in Tahiti.

Narelle continues to pursue Philip, but he is far more interested in Brett Macklin’s glamorous sister, Stacey.

Stacey confiscates Brett’s company car. Meanwhile, a cheat destroys Bobby’s chances of exam success.

Carly’s confession saves Bobby. Brett decides Roo isn’t fit to raise his daughter.

Roo tries to decide on Martha’s future after Brett issues her an ultimatum.

Celia summons Alf home to cope with the latest crisis.

Bobby finds a farewell letter from Ailsa and skips an exam to hurry to the city.

Alf returns to Summer Bay, demanding to know why his daughter has made such a heartless decision.

Roo breaks down and reveals to Alf the real reason for her decision.

Brett steals something precious from the Summer Bay hospital. Meanwhile, Philip suffers a devastating injury.

Alf swallows his pride and calls Ailsa in Singapore. Roo is on tenterhooks as Brett and Martha remain missing.

Romance is in the air as Ailsa and Alf renew their vows. Meanwhile, Colleen sets her sights on Fisher.

Roo discovers her daughter’s whereabouts, but her worries aren’t over yet.

Roo makes the hardest decision of her life. Lance is horrified by a new romance.

Strange things are taking place in a lonely old house on the edge of the town.

Sally wins an exciting prize, while Carly comes face to face with a fugitive.

Panic spreads through Summer Bay as a “lunatic’ roams free.

Sally misses out on the John Farnham concert, but will receive a visit from the star himself.

The residents of Summer Bay are excited about John Farnham’s impending visit.

A new man in town revives awful memories for Carly.

Steven promises to Carly to help nail Gary. Philip is unable to forgive Brett for ruining his career.

While Steven and Carly are trying to nail Gary, other people decide he’s a hero.

Bob tells Gary he could press charges against Carly and Steve.

Pippa feels she’s failed as a mother, and Carly discovers she’s made an awful mistake.

Stacey tries to hide her feelings for Philip by accepting a dinner date with Jeff.

Steven is concerned about Carly’s well-being. Meanwhile, someone breaks into the Macklin office, stealing Stacey’s cheque book.

A smooth talker charms several Summer Bay residents, but not everyone falls for his tricks.

Carly is deceived and Frank finds himself without a job.

Celia discovers Lance and Martin’s plans for a sleazy nightclub in the store.

Gary offers to tutor Carly, but study is the last thing on the couple’s minds.

Will Jeff provide Gary with an alibi for the night the cheques were stolen?

Carly is madly in love with Gary, but Stacey begins to suspect his motives.

Excitement mounts as the fun run approaches, but not everyone’s involvement is innocent.

Lance and Martin have a big night out, while Gary calls Stacey’s bluff.

Homes are ransacked while the fun run is underway.

Frank is devastated when Bobby is unable to remember him. Stacey and Philip decide to nail Gary.

Bobby accepts Frank’s romantic offer, while Stacey and Philip prod Celia for information.

There are mixed reactions to news of Bobby and Frank’s engagement.

There’s a new man in Roo’s life, but his identity is a mystery.

Stacey and Philip confront Gary Samuels, but he ignores their threats. Craig returns from the hospital.

The local paper prints a shocking story. Lance and Martin receive a nasty surprise.

Carly’s bitterness grows and Lance makes a shocking discovery.

Lance and Martin are scheming, while Carly tries more democratic means to deal with the Samuels brothers.

Gary Samuels smugly confronts his accusers, but who will have the last laugh?

Everyone in Summer Bay is looking for an alibi.

Frank and Bobby celebrate in style after their final exams. Meanwhile, Carly disposes of some vital evidence.

Tom and Pippa have differing views on Frank and Bobby’s future. Pippa hears a confession.

Martin devises a new money-making scheme. The truth about the cliff-top events is revealed.

Carly celebrates her 18th birthday.

Jeff Samuels faces up to the truth about his brother.

The Year 12 formal dance takes place.

Frank is not impressed when Ailsa males Bobby an offer. Meanwhile, Phil is devastated by some unwelcome news.

Alf finds it difficult to get close to Roo’s new boyfriend. Frank issues Bobby an ultimatum.

Pippa offers Frank some advice.

Sally’s eavesdropping brings only monetary good news to the Fletchers.

Stacey’s revelation does not have the desired effect. Miss Malloy has some disturbing news for Bobby.

Steven decides to help Carly who appears to be over her head in the city. Bobby’s devastating news makes her more determined to find out the truth.

Steven returns from his mission in the city, convinced that Carly is on a path of self-destruction. Bobby makes an unfounded accusation.

Roo and David’s relationship is hit on all sides by racism. Meanwhile, Alf makes a phone call that could reveal Bobby’s parentage.

Christmas at Summer Bay brings with it a myriad of emotions. Meanwhile, Carly’s expected arrival ends in disappointment.