Episodes
Episode 2771
January 20, 1997
Mal's life hangs in the balance as Karl struggles to save his son. Lou's emotional u-turn leaves everyone baffled. Ruth and Phil decide to stay apart - but can they live without each other?
Episode 2772
January 21, 1997
Phil and Ruth are having difficulty staying away from each other. Lou's card night comes up trumps in the form of a friendship with Harold. Billy refuses to forgive Toadie for his interference with Anne's Christmas present.
Episode 2773
January 22, 1997
Billy is determined to prove to himself that he can do wild things without Toadie around. Darren and Libby patch up their differences and Vince continues to annoy the girls at Number Thirty.
Episode 2774
January 23, 1997
Catherine devises a plan to get rid of Vince. Karl has gained the reputation of an incompetent doctor and Toadie decides to leave Erinsborough.
Episode 2775
January 24, 1997
Harold and Lou try to organise a friendly scrabble game, which turns into a full-on battle. Billy and Anne seem destined never to get together. Karl is not happy when he finds out about Billy's bungy-jumping adventure.
Episode 2776
January 27, 1997
Lou and Harold both want to buy the same bus - for very different reasons. Mal and Catherine's romance is causing trouble with Catherine's housemates and Billy and Toadie just can't seem to work out their differences. *First appearance of Lisa Elliott
Episode 2777
January 28, 1997
Catherine, Jo and Sarah stop quarrelling and get a new flatmate. Toadie prepares to leave Ramsay Street for a life in the country, but will anyone stop him?
Episode 2778
January 29, 1997
Libby joins the men at Handy Sam's, and finds life as a labourer is hard work. Lance receives some humiliating news - but will he accept it without a fight?
Episode 2779
January 30, 1997
Libby plays a workers prank on Darren, but he has the last laugh. Debbie approaches Phil about taking over the coffee shop, but Phil wants a written proposal.
Episode 2780
January 31, 1997
Toadie gets the better of Karl - again. Susan must give Lance the benefit of the doubt or risk him giving up school. Is Debbie ready to run her own business?
Episode 2781
February 3, 1997
Debbie finds a new investor for the Coffee Shop in Joanna. Philip joins the Parent Teacher Association to be with Ruth. Toadie and Lance break Susan's sentimentally-prized vase.
Episode 2782
February 4, 1997
Philip and Ruth find working together quite difficult. Debbie and Philip's relationship crumbles over Debbie's plans for the Coffee Shop. Toadie's damage to Susan's irreplaceable heirloom is discovered.
Episode 2783
February 5, 1997
The bus is in a decrepit state, but Lou and Harold are fired up with enthusiasm. Rumours circulate about a romance between Ruth and Phil. A letter arrives for Harold from an unknown woman.
Episode 2784
February 6, 1997
Harold is less than happy with Madge's meddling. Mal won't teach Catherine to drive - but will she find a willing teacher in time to pass her test? Anne and Hannah hit upon a brilliant idea and are convinced they won't get caught.
Episode 2785
February 7, 1997
Darren leaves Catherine in the country after an argument during their driving lesson. Hannah and Anne wag school and almost get sprung. Madge can't live with Claudia a second longer.
Episode 2786
February 10, 1997
Anne and Hannah's wicked web unravels when Susan fails to be deceived. Claudia comes between Harold and Madge but should Madge pass on her farewell letter. Catherine and Darren share feelings that will only get them into trouble.
Episode 2787
February 11, 1997
Cath and Darren have to do something about the attraction they can't help but feel for each other. Harold decides to go after Claudia, leaving Madge worried that he won't return. Ruth and Phil feel that power may be going to Susan's head when she gives Anne and Hannah a harsh punishment.
Episode 2788
February 12, 1997
Susan gets on the wrong side of her students. Catherine's driving lessons are a disaster. Debbie and Philip's rift is far from being resolved.
Episode 2789
February 13, 1997
Lou's got money-making plans to help everyone out. Debbie turns out to be the boss from hell in her new job at the coffee shop. Toadie thinks Lou is receiving stolen goods.
Episode 2790
February 14, 1997
Toadie and Lance do some detective work - but are Toadie's suspicions justified? Madge and Harold run into some trouble with Claudia. Charity begins at Lou's home and it may cause him problems with the law.
Episode 2791
February 17, 1997
Harold and Madge have to make an important decision regarding their future. Debbie and Phil make peace for the moment, but Phil's first pizza delivery ends in disaster. Lou discovers the identity of his mystery dobber, and Toadie is in deep strife.
Episode 2792
February 18, 1997
Debbie displays poor management at the coffee shop, and Jo gives her an ultimatum. Lou tries to defend his honour, but his discount television causes a dangerous accident. Hannah has had enough of Susan's meddling.
Episode 2793
February 19, 1997
Susan gets the feeling everyone thinks she's become a monster since getting the promotion at school. It looks like Billy's going to miss out on Anne because he doesn't tell her how he really feels. Can Darren and Cath control their feelings for each other?
Episode 2794
February 20, 1997
Billy feels he may haved missed the boat with Anne. Harold proposes to Madge. Darren and Catherine can't deny their feelings any longer, but their kiss doesn't go unwitnessed.
Episode 2795
February 21, 1997
Anne goes out with another guy, and it looks like Billy has lost his chance. Harold and Madge decide to get married all over again. Catherine confesses to Mal that she kissed Darren.
Episode 2796
February 24, 1997
Lou is caught out hiring a stripper for Harold's buck's night. Toadie and Lance send Debbie on a wild goose chase. Darren and Mal have a punch-up over Catherine, and Libby finds out.
Episode 2797
February 25, 1997
Darren has shattered Mal's happiness with Cath, and his own happiness with Libby. Toadie makes a date with two gorgeous girls. Harold and Madge believe a stripper is coming to Harold's buck's night.
Episode 2798
February 26, 1997
Mal's time with Catherine is over, and he makes a momentous decision about his future. Harold and Madge reaffirm their vows in a beautiful ceremony. Billy decides to tell Anne his true feelings, but once again his attempt is thwarted.
Episode 2799
February 27, 1997
Ruth has trouble finding the courage to ask Phil on a big dinner date. Ramsay Street has a new resident from the country. Anne's disgusted with Billy and Justin's behaviour at the beach.
Episode 2800
February 28, 1997
Tim and Susan form a strong bond. Philip and Ruth's date gets off to a side splitting start, but ends well. Billy declares his love for Anne.
Episode 2801
March 3, 1997
Philip and Ruth can't contain their true feelings any longer. Toadfish admires Lance's cartoon skills and decides to start up a school comic strip. Justin has it in for Billy over their fight for Anne.
Episode 2802
March 4, 1997
Anne gives up on men after Justin reveals his true self. Tim and Susan strike up a friendship. Toadie and Lance's comic strip takes a turn toward bad taste.
Episode 2803
March 5, 1997
Lisa is shocked to find an unflattering caricature of herself drawn by the students. Tim seems to like Susan just a bit too much. Ruth and Phil strike opposition from Debbie that threatens to end their relationship.
Episode 2804
March 6, 1997
Debbie is caught out sabotaging Phil and Ruth's relationship. Lou finds a second hand car for Karl - but Karl leaves him in the lurch. Has Darren ruined his very last chance with Libby?
Episode 2805
March 7, 1997
Lou can't sell the car he bought. Cath still wants Mal. Darren goes to desperate measures to win Libby back. Billy and Anne realise friendship isn't enough for either of them.
Episode 2806
March 10, 1997
Libby says no to Darren's marriage proposal. Mal doesn't want Catherine coming overseas with him. Anne thinks Billy's the biggest sleaze in the world.
Episode 2807
March 11, 1997
Darren looks like he is coming close to running off the rails. Mal and Catherine say goodbye to Ramsay Street. Billy and Anne finally get together.
Episode 2808
March 12, 1997
Billy receives a blast from the past that may affect his budding relationship with Anne. Philip and Ruth are finding it difficult to be alone. Toadie confronts Tim about his crush on Susan.
Episode 2809
March 13, 1997
Jo tries to help Lou out with his used car business. Tim does not want to face school after hearing the rumours about him and Susan. Lance and Hannah steal Lisa's bike.
Episode 2810
March 14, 1997
Lance and Hannah try to do Lisa a good turn, which backfires. Karl's new car is repossessed, causing much amusement to the neighbours. Phil and Ruth finally find some privacy - or do they?
Episode 2811
March 17, 1997
Toadie and Lance have a devious idea to make themselves some serious cash. Ruth and Phil's romance is growing stronger - but can Phil cope with Ruth's extroverted ways? Tim's tutorials with Susan leap to a passionate response.
Episode 2812
March 18, 1997
Phil and Ruth decide to make some personal compromises for their relationship. Toadie's plan to get money out of Jo backfires. Tim drops a bombshell on Susan.
Episode 2813
March 19, 1997
Phil and Ruth decide to make some personal compromises for their relationship. Toadie's plan to get money out of Jo backfires. Tim drops a bombshell on Susan.
Episode 2814
March 20, 1997
Despite his bravado, Darren is beginning to lose control. Lou tells Darren it's time he got his act together. Anne's shortcut with her essay ends in embarrassment.
Episode 2815
March 21, 1997
Darren looks like he's slipping downhill fast, but Marlene won't give up on him. Lisa and Sarah have housemate problems. Anne thinks forging a signature might get her out of trouble, but will it have the opposite effect?
Episode 2816
March 24, 1997
Anne's forged note gets handed into Lisa, landing Anne and Billy in more hot water. Lisa offers a room at number thirty to Darren, and Sarah is not impressed. Tim sends Susan a letter which falls into Karl's hands.
Episode 2817
March 25, 1997
Anne finally tells Ruth the truth about the forged signature. Hannah pals up with Sarah and changes her image. Karl has a confrontation with Tim over his feelings for Susan.
Episode 2818
March 26, 1997
Susan returns to Erinsborough to sort out the mess she left behind. Anne promises Billy she'll support him, despite a temporary ban placed on their relationship. Toadie and Lance plan the party of the century.
Episode 2819
March 27, 1997
Toadie and Lance's party ends up being a disaster. Ruth's still giving Phil the itches. Debbie's sure Darren has stolen money from the coffee shop till.
Episode 2820
March 28, 1997
Toadie and Lance's party ends up being a disaster. Ruth's still giving Phil the itches. Debbie's sure Darren has stolen money from the coffee shop till.
Episode 2821
March 31, 1997
Toadie realises he has to make amends with Joanna. Libby, Sarah and Lisa go on a girls night out, only to get chatted up by the same guy. Billy feels his emotional needs are being overlooked by the family.
Episode 2822
April 1, 1997
Sarah and Lisa get caught chasing after the same man. Tim decides to leave Erinsborough. Can Toadie and Lance convince Joanna to go along with their surprise?
Episode 2823
April 2, 1997
Tim finally decides he has had enough of Ramsay Street. Toadie and Lance take Jo on a special adventure. Phil's rash is coming between him and Ruth.
Episode 2824
April 3, 1997
Phil and Ruth finally figure out the source of the itch. Lou is frustrated when business deals don't go according to plan. The war between Debbie and Darren grows more intense.
Episode 2825
April 4, 1997
Lou's dream of a bus restaurant is turning into a nightmare. Debbie and Darren bury the hatchet. Ruth thinks Phil isn't taking their relationship seriously.
Episode 2826
April 7, 1997
Darren's business is in trouble. Phil and Ruth can't sort out their communication problems. Billy makes the fatal mistake of calling Anne by his old girlfriend's name.
Episode 2827
April 8, 1997
Darren is tempted by a dodgy offer to save his business. Karl can't say no to Marlene being his receptionist. Billy has to resolve things with Melissa or risk losing Anne.
Episode 2828
April 9, 1997
Are Billy and Anne going to patch things up? Darren seems set to cross the line of the law again. There's a stranger in town who has more than a passing interest in Ruth.
Episode 2829
April 10, 1997
Lou squares his debt over, but Sarah is unimpressed. Ben wins over the girls at number thirty - but is there something mysterious about him? Hannah writes a short story about Susan and Tim, and Susan is distraught.
Episode 2830
April 11, 1997
Hannah's short story about Susan and Tim creates waves amongst the Ramsay Street residents. Lou is cynical about Marlene's 'bad luck' curse. New resident Ben Atkins is showing an odd interest in the Wilkinson family.
Episode 2831
April 14, 1997
Darren is poised on the brink of committing a crime. Jo decides to renew contact with Rob. Ben takes more than a passing interest in the Wilkinson family.
Episode 2832
April 15, 1997
While seeking a loan, Darren hits a financial dead end. Jo flies back to the arms of Rob. Ruth gets suspicious because Ben is too interested in the Wilkinson family.
Episode 2833
April 16, 1997
Ruth continues to worry about Ben. Debbie and Wayne are getting closer, while Billy and Anne are drifting further apart. Toadie comes up with a brilliant way to make some fast money.
Episode 2834
April 17, 1997
Marlene is proving to be quite a handful as Karl's receptionist. Despite temptation, Darren manages to stay clear of crime. Toadie's money making schemes get him into trouble again.
Episode 2835
April 18, 1997
Toadie continues to beg - this time for forgiveness. Libby tries to drum up business for Karl. Darren confesses the truth about his business and discovers he has supporters.
Episode 2836
April 21, 1997
Toadie has found someone special, but can he keep up his web of deceit? Debbie refuses to see Wayne's shady character. The news of Anne's crush does little to please Billy.
Episode 2837
April 22, 1997
Does Anne's crush on Ben spell the end for her and Billy? Debbie must face a few home truths about Wayne. Toadie endures a disastrous date that ends up with a kiss.
Episode 2838
April 23, 1997
Ruth is worried that Ben is chasing after Anne. Toadie thinks he has to lie to keep his girlfriend. Marlene finally drives Karl mad as his receptionist at the surgery.
Episode 2839
April 24, 1997
Sarah's pushed too far at the pub. If Marlene hasn't quit, then Karl's going to have to fire her. Anne is shattered when Ben tells her she's still a kid.
Episode 2840
April 25, 1997
Anne comes clean with Ruth, over her infatuation with Ben. Sarah needs her confidence boosted. Marlene is determined to remain Karl's only receptionist.
Episode 2841
April 28, 1997
Marlene continues to thwart Karl's attempts to get a second receptionist. Appearances are deceiving where Toadie's romance with Rebecca is concerned. Anne learns the shocking truth about Ben.
Episode 2842
April 29, 1997
Marlene's caught out once and for all by Karl. The game could be up for Toadie and his romance with Becky. Discovering Ben is the child she adopted out is too much for Ruth.
Episode 2843
April 30, 1997
Becky surprises Toadie with a startling confession. Libby's new business venture gets off to a shaky start. Ben's revelation has turned Ruth's life upside down.
Episode 2844
May 1, 1997
Billy gets roped into doing a job for Libby, with disastrous results. Darren and Debbie are developing a strong rapport. Ruth is clearly distressed by Ben's revelation and the whole family is affected.
Episode 2845
May 2, 1997
Debbie has trouble with a customer, while Libby has a strange job interview. Billy tries to help Anne through a tough time in her life. Ruth has some tough decisions to make.
Episode 2846
May 5, 1997
Marlene sets Sarah up for a fall on her first day at work. Ben decides to stay on and get to know his biological family better. Libby gets off on the wrong foot with Rohan.
Episode 2847
May 6, 1997
Sarah's first day at Karl's surgery is a disaster. Ben and Ruth open up to each other and Libby's attempt to be more than a house cleaner to Rohan backfires.
Episode 2848
May 7, 1997
Ruth has began to accept she is Ben's mother. Libby breaks through some barriers with Rohan. Has Darren pushed things too far with Debbie?
Episode 2849
May 8, 1997
Debbie rejects Darren's offer of romance - but has her decision been too hasty? Billy feels he has to change in order to keep Anne's heart. Toadie can't hide the truth from Rebecca any longer.
Episode 2850
May 9, 1997
Darren and Debbie make the first tentative steps towards romance, while Toadie and Rebecca finally part, but not without a few more surprises. Billy's birthday lunch is ruined by Karl and Susan.
Episode 2851
May 12, 1997
Anne, Ben and Billy all make their peace. Darren helps out at the coffee shop, but his cooking turns out to be too hot to handle. Libby and Rohan have a shopping expedition which has disastrous results.
Episode 2852
May 13, 1997
Marlene finds out about a receptionist of the year competition and proceeds to drive Karl mad. Libby wants Rohan to move in with the Kennedy's. Anne and Ruth have an all out battle.
Episode 2853
May 14, 1997
Rohan finds his place in Ramsay Street. Marlene and Sarah's bickering is too much for Karl. Ann can't take family pressures any longer.
Episode 2854
May 15, 1997
Ruth and Anne come to a new understanding. Lou wants to get his hands on Lisa's netball team. Helen gets in the way of Darren and Debbie's romance.
Episode 2855
May 16, 1997
Susan gets the wrong idea about Billy and Toadie's night out. Lisa and Lou have some problems to work out regarding the netball team. Helen has had enough of being patronised.
Episode 2856
May 19, 1997
Lou finds a new opportunity with the netball team. Marlene calls the shots in the receptionist of the year competition - but Sarah won't give up. Rohan makes a dramatic decision about his life in Ramsay Street.
Episode 2857
May 20, 1997
Marlene's quick thinking wins her some points in the receptionist of the year competition. Lou is given a second chance to prove his worth as a netball coach. Libby and Rohan's trip to the country turns to disaster.
Episode 2858
May 21, 1997
Hannah finds she's in the way with everyone. Rohan overcomes his fear and gets help for the trapped Libby. Lance and Ben find a common interest - boxing!
Episode 2859
May 22, 1997
Lance gets enthusiastic about his boxing fight with Ben. Toadie finally arrives home from his long weekend at Wonthaggi - with a mysterious parcel!
Episode 2860
May 23, 1997
The kids find the perfect location to set up the flying fox. Helen proves she's able to look after herself. Lance pays no attention to Ruth or Ben when it comes to boxing.
Episode 2861
May 26, 1997
Lance is determined not to give up his boxing dream, that is until Karl has a chat to him. Susan takes Mal's video letter just a little too seriously.
Episode 2862
May 27, 1997
Lance and Billy have a fight to prove a point. Susan and Karl have much to work through, dealing with the emotional dilemma of seeing their children grow up and eventually leave home.
Episode 2863
May 28, 1997
Ruth has to deal with Lance's desire to box, while Libby cheers Rohan up with a day out.
Episode 2864
May 29, 1997
Lou gears up for his inaugural bus-restaurant ride. Libby tries therapy on Rohan with devastating results. Meanwhile, Debbie is resentful of Libby getting too close to Darren.
Episode 2865
May 30, 1997
Lou finally gets the bus up and running, but not for long! Libby is confused about her feelings for Rohan, while Darren and Debbie's new relationship seems to be floundering.
Episode 2866
June 2, 1997
Lou's expecting a brilliant newspaper review about his bus, but he's in for a surprise. Debbie breaks off with Darren, only to be forced to rethink her decision. Libby tells Rohan her true feelings - but how will he respond?
Episode 2867
June 3, 1997
Debbie and Darren repair their relationship with a new set of ground rules. Libby is shattered when Rohan tells her he needs more time to think things through. Marlene tries to patch up Lou's bus problems without much success.
Episode 2868
June 4, 1997
Debbie and Darren finally find some time alone. Lou decides to throw a party and the whole of Ramsay street is invited. Billy, Toadie and Hannah search for ideas on how to avoid being grounded.
Episode 2869
June 5, 1997
Susan shocks Karl when she says she wants another baby. Lance finally gets in the boxing ring. Toadie, Billy and Hannah sign themselves up for the school debate team as a way of getting out of their grounding punishment.
Episode 2870
June 6, 1997
Karl is forced to make a decision about having another baby. Lance has taken a battering with his first spar, which ultimately encourages him to see Ben's advice in a new light. Toadie and Anne join ranks over a school debate, much to Billy's disapproval.
Episode 2871
June 9, 1997
Lou sees a way to make some fast money using Helen's art. With Susan keen to have another baby, Karl is forced to make a tough decision. Lance and Ruth are headed for a disastrous car crash.
Episode 2872
June 10, 1997
Ben is afraid of Lance cramping his style. Darren and Debbie start to realise their relationship is not normal. Helen is shattered when she discovers she'll never be able to paint like she used to.
Episode 2873
June 11, 1997
Hannah is feeling left out from the netball team. Rohan helps Helen realise she's far from useless. Billy's plan to prove Anne wrong in the debate falls way short of the mark.
Episode 2874
June 12, 1997
Marlene is dismayed with the finalist for the Erinsborough Receptionist of the Year competition. Billy is desperate to get Anne's forgiveness after his thoughtless prank. Susan receives news about her plans for another baby.
Episode 2875
June 13, 1997
Will Sarah be enticed away from surgery by a modelling offer? The kids decide to sabotage the school debate. Susan is told she may have some complications with getting pregnant, but she is determined to have a baby.
Episode 2876
June 16, 1997
Karl and Susan continue the debate about another baby. Darren and Debbie find getting time alone difficult. Libby proves to Rohan she's over Darren.
Episode 2877
June 17, 1997
Billy notices his parents' odd behaviour and is worried they have changed their mind about having a baby. Libby pledges her love for Rohan prematurely. Lisa takes the result of the netball final to heart.
Episode 2878
June 18, 1997
The netball team lose control on Lou's bus. Sarah asks Ben to find her a cheap second hand car and upon looking for one, decides with Ruth's permission to buy an old bomb for Anne and Lance. Ruth and Phil plan a camping holiday with the kids who are less than excited.
Episode 2879
June 19, 1997
Ben's mechanical repairs turn Number Thirty into a car yard. Ruth, Phil and the kids go camping and have a terrible time. A burglar breaks into the Robinson house and terrorises Helen.
Episode 2880
June 20, 1997
While camping Anne is certain she sees a snake but a search fails to find it. Karl refuses to let Susan have a baby if it means her life will be in danger. Helen gets to know the burgler.
Episode 2881
June 23, 1997
Debbie decides to cheer Lisa up with a friendly netball game. Billy pawns his bike and watch to pay for an expensive birthday gift for Anne. Meanwhile, a snake is discovered in Ruth's house.
Episode 2882
June 24, 1997
Ruth, Lance and Anne can't escape from a snake. Deb tries to cheer up Lisa but all goes wrong. Karl finds out that Billy's pawned his bike so he can buy an expensive gift.
Episode 2883
June 25, 1997
Lance tries to protect Anne from a snake and ends up getting bitten himself. Jamie-Lee worms her way into Helen's life, while Libby thinks Sarah and Rohan are seeing each other behind her back.
Episode 2884
June 26, 1997
Libby and Rohan sort out their relationship. Marlene joins a dating agency and Lou follows suit. Lou is also worried that Helen is being lead astray by Jamie.
Episode 2885
June 27, 1997
Lou counts his chickens too early with the dating service and his problems with the bus appear to have gone up in smoke. Is Libby and Darren's relationship really over?
Episode 2886
June 30, 1997
Sarah becomes fascinated with Karl's medical journals. Toadie sees a new side to Jamie-Lee. Lou's nonchalant attitude to the bus burning has got a few people in Ramsay Street talking.
Episode 2887
July 1, 1997
Sarah remains convinced she's seriously ill as she investigates symptoms through Karl's medical journals. Toadie realises what's keeping Jamie away from her family. Detectives continue to investigate the deliberate burning of Lou's bus.
Episode 2888
July 2, 1997
Helen supports Lou as the detectives point their finger at him for the arson attack. Ruth reacts badly when Billy gives Anne an expensive gift for her birthday.
Episode 2889
July 3, 1997
Debbie finally faces up to the fact that her relationship with Darren is never going to amount to anything. Ruth decides that Phil needs to attend a therapy group for some assertiveness training.
Episode 2890
July 4, 1997
Billy's horse is galloping out of control and Anne sets off after him. Darren confronts Libby to apologise and tell her just how much she means to him. Phil takes advice from Ruth and attends classes to learn how to be more assertive.
Episode 2891
July 7, 1997
Billy and Anne have a lot of explaining to do after the horse riding camp. Debbie and Lisa get into a very embarrassing situation. Ruth decides to take the family away from Erinsborough.
Episode 2892
July 8, 1997
No one can change Ruth's mind with regards to moving from Erinsborough. She does however confess to Susan why she wants to leave. Darren is about to get crushed in a lift.
Episode 2893
July 9, 1997
Toadie helps Lance to get a date. Libby and Darren confront their feelings for each other with little success. Lou throws Marlene out of the house for doubting his innocence over the burning of the bus.
Episode 2894
July 10, 1997
Lou is cleared of suspicion surrounding the bus fire - but at a price. Marlene and Lou are far from patching things up. Lance learns a lesson in love.
Episode 2895
July 11, 1997
Sarah has an emergency at the surgery. Phil and Karl try to patch up their friendship with Lou. Lance decides not to get an earring, but will he fit into Amy's circle of friends?
Episode 2896
July 14, 1997
Ruth is determined to leave Ramsay Street. Amy introduces Lance to the cool group at school who seem to know all about his lovelife. Billy plays a trick on Lisa to catch her out.
Episode 2897
July 15, 1997
Lance feels like he's dating not just Amy, but all of her friends. Billy's trick catches Lisa out with dire consequences. Anne tries to get Phil and Ruth back together.
Episode 2898
July 16, 1997
Lance and Anne put the pressure on Ruth to change her mind about moving away from Erinsborough. Lance realises he has to be totally honest with Amy about every little thing and admits it's the price he has to pay for going out with a great girl.
Episode 2899
July 17, 1997
Toadie and Hannah manage to get their hands on a juke box. Darren refuses to give up on Libby and tries to talk sense to her about her class cutting. Lou, Karl and Phil are enjoying a day of fishing when suddenly the motor on their boat fails.
Episode 2900
July 18, 1997
Toadie's genius money-making days are over after he discovers the jukebox he bought doesn't work. Marlene goes on her first date arranged by her dating agency and everything seems fine until Lloyd meets Debbie
Episode 2901
July 21, 1997
It's a case of the green-eyed monster for Marlene. The search party is still on, with Karl still missing - will he be found dead or alive?
Episode 2902
July 22, 1997
Karl has gone through a personality metamorphosis after his recent disappearance. Lance lets Anne take the wrap for Amy and her mates
Episode 2903
July 23, 1997
Helen's date with Lloyd ends with Philip concerned for her well being. Lance owns up to the school prank and risks his relationship with Amy.
Episode 2904
July 24, 1997
Harold thinks his tuba teacher is a suspicious criminal. Toadie and Hannah resort to desperate measures to raise money for their juke box. Ben thinks Lisa's in love with him.
Episode 2905
July 25, 1997
Lisa bids Ramsay Street goodbye. Toadie and Hannah have an important meeting at the bank. Has Ben been given an offer too good to refuse?
Episode 2906
July 28, 1997
Ben and Lou need a third party in the new business venture. Sarah finds a dog and it causes havoc in the house. Harold strikes up the band.
Episode 2907
July 29, 1997
Ben can't help but become attached to Arthur. Ruth is about to become Karl's new workmate and Lance finally stands up to Amy's friends.
Episode 2908
July 30, 1997
Amy's friends cause more trouble for Lance. Ruth decides to redecorate Karl's surgery. Lou and Marlene both plan a romantic dinner at home.
Episode 2909
July 31, 1997
Both Lou and Marlene are stood up from their dates. Harold's tuba days could be over. Libby and Darren seem destined to be off side.
Episode 2910
August 1, 1997
Karl volunteers to be a football umpire to the embarrassment of Toadie and Billy. Libby is forced to apologise to Darren. Helen finally reveals her secret.
Episode 2911
August 4, 1997
Debbie draws the footy crowd with pizza. Helen's worried the family wants her out. Karl and Billy disagree on the footy field.
Episode 2912
August 5, 1997
Can Billy forgive Karl over the footy mishap? Meanwhile, Toadie is out eaten. Food poisoning strikes the coffee shop.
Episode 2913
August 6, 1997
The coffee shop food poisoning scare threatens Debbie and Libby's friendship. Is Ben and Sarah's new housemate as boring as he appears? Harold passes the band audition.
Episode 2914
August 7, 1997
Ben and Sarah's new flatmate turns out to be quite a dark horse. Madge tries her best to persuade Harold to return to Queensland with her while Ben's worst fears about Lou's garage plans have come true.
Episode 2915
August 8, 1997
Harold thinks Lou has spiked his drink. A girlie calender in Lou's garage does not go unnoticed. Lance is caught breaking into the nursery.
Episode 2916
August 11, 1997
Lance gets in trouble for breaking into the nursery and Ruth is surprised when she accidentally bumps into an old flame. Libby is saved from a fall by a quick thinking Darren.
Episode 2917
August 12, 1997
Phil is becoming jealous of Ruth's friendship with Alistair. Meanwhile, Robert does his ventriloquist act for Sarah and Ben, while Arthur the dog, takes a dislike to the dummy and tears it to shreds. Libby has one fight too many with Karl and decides to move out.
Episode 2918
August 13, 1997
Sarah faces a difficult decision regarding Arthur. Harold gets a job at the coffee shop but is Debbie's business in jeopardy? Darren is having a hard time being 'just' friends with Libby.
Episode 2919
August 14, 1997
Hannah has an artful plan to keep Helen from going to a retirement home. Debbie holds a competition for the coffee shop lease while Billy steals Toadie's dream job.
Episode 2920
August 15, 1997
Toadie forgives Billy for taking the pool job but Anne's got concerns of her own. Debbie relinquishes her bid on the coffee shop lease while Anne has an interesting proposition for Billy.
Episode 2921
August 18, 1997
Debbie finds working with Madge and Harold a nightmare. Ruth's romance heats up with Alistair. Meanwhile, Harold catches Billy with his pants down.
Episode 2922
August 19, 1997
Madge and Harold take over the Coffee Shop Lease and if Debbie is to keep her job, she must swallow her pride. Alistair's overnight stay at Ruth's doesn't go unnoticed in Ramsay Street. Meanwhile, Anne's portrait of Billy shows more than he bargained for.
Episode 2923
August 20, 1997
Darren and Libby pull together during a crisis. Anne's painting of Billy in his bathers causes trouble. Toadie's jokes in school prompt Susan to teach him a valuable lesson.
Episode 2924
August 21, 1997
Toadie can't get out of a trashy job. Darren makes a move on Libby. Meanwhile, Ben discovers a new admirer.
Episode 2925
August 22, 1997
Helen manages to steal a look at Hannah's essay and is amazed to discover just how much Hannah depends on her. Meanwhile, Lance's ego jeopardises his relationship with Amy?
Episode 2926
August 25, 1997
Sarah's under pressure from Ben to let Angela move into Number Thirty but she doesn't like the idea as new couples' can spell trouble. Meanwhile, Alistair has dinner with Ruth and offers advice to Lance about how to handle his relationships.
Episode 2927
August 26, 1997
Lance has got himself into more hot water with Amy by pretending that he really does have a secret admirer. Will Sarah agree to give Angela a trial run at Number Thirty. Ben is sure that once Angela moves in, Sarah will be delighted.
Episode 2928
August 27, 1997
Lance and Amy don't seem to be getting any closer to a reconciliation. However, following Ben's advice, Lance devises a plan to win her back. Debbie gets reinstated as manager of the Coffee Shop but is warned about introducing the jukebox into the shop.
Episode 2929
August 28, 1997
When Harold is electrocuted by the jukebox and taken to hospital, Madge remains adamant that the jukebox must go. The kids are shattered and ultimately Debbie protests and quits her job in the process.
Episode 2930
August 29, 1997
Debbie declares war on the Coffee Shop and decides to open a lunch cart at Lassiters. Anne is mortified after failing her learner's permit test. She was the one who said only a total idiot could fail.
Episode 2931
September 1, 1997
Debbie has no intention of giving up her food trolley at Lassiter's and Madge is furious. She's stealing all the coffee shop customers! Lance decides to take his mother's romantic life in hand and get Ruth and Philip back together.
Episode 2932
September 2, 1997
The icy rift between Madge in the Coffee Shop and Debbie with her lunch trolley, is getting wider. They match up to each other with price cutting and free offers. Harold is very alarmed! The stunt Hannah and Lance are scheming for Ruth and Phil results in a major flood in the kitchen.
Episode 2933
September 3, 1997
The coffee shop price war is hotting up as Madge offers Debbie to give up the lunch cart by offering further discounts to Coffee Shop customers. Meanwhile, Darren and Libby have come to the brink of an emotional reunion but can they face up to their true feelings.
Episode 2934
September 4, 1997
Marlene is so envious of Sarah studying, she considers taking a course as well. Ben and Sarah begin interviewing applicants for another room-mate. A young policeman, Matt, impresses Sarah but not Ben when he's later pulled over for driving an unregistered car.
Episode 2935
September 5, 1997
Marlene is quickly becoming obsessed with her new found love of the Italian language and its driving Karl crazy. Meanwhile, after Sarah offers Matt to move into Number Thirty, Ben gets all set to tell him he can't, however, Ben hasn't got a leg to stand on when Matt apologises for booking him.
Episode 2936
September 8, 1997
Claire Girard, moves in with Madge and Harold. Though impressing everyone with her friendly and outgoing personality, Madge becomes sceptical. While the jukebox looks like being a raging success for Toadie and Hannah, Debbie's business seems to be at a loss.
Episode 2937
September 9, 1997
Madge thinks she's won the Coffee Shop feud when she sees Debbie packing up her things, however, Lou and Debbie make a deal which will benefit them all. Meanwhile, Claire helps Hannah attract the man of her dreams, Jack.
Episode 2938
September 10, 1997
After a disastrous meeting at the Coffee Shop with Jack, Hannah is convinced her chances with him are zero. It would appear he's far more interested in Claire. Billy and Anne are pleased with the little secret of their night time swim together, until they discover their rendezvous was captured on film.
Episode 2939
September 11, 1997
Matt's discovery of a suspect engine at Lou's garage prompts a police search, much to Ben's disgust. Darren is preparing to leave for Byron Bay but the unresolved tension continues to mount between him and Libby.
Episode 2940
September 12, 1997
Sarah and Matt realise they are enormously attracted to one another but there's no way they can entertain a relationship whilst Matt lives at Number Thirty. As Darren leaves Ramsay Street, Libby rushes to stop him.
Episode 2941
September 15, 1997
Libby manages to catch Darren's bus before it's travelled too far but does he love Libby enough to stay in Erinsborough? Meanwhile, Claire decides to help love along between Jack and Hannah but is she setting Hannah up for a big fall?
Episode 2942
September 16, 1997
Things are looking good for Hannah and Jack, even though Jack is unaware of her real age. How long can she keep it a secret or will someone spill the beans? Sarah is on dangerous grounds keeping secrets from Ben.
Episode 2943
September 17, 1997
Sarah and Matt have a wonderful time at the Police Graduation Ball and realise they're more than just friends. But how can they hide this from Ben? Meanwhile, Billy is treating Anne like dirt and if he's not careful, he will lose her forever!
Episode 2944
September 18, 1997
Ben's suspicions as to Matt and Sarah's relationship are increasing. He's going to get to the bottom of it once and for all but will Sarah beat him at his own game. Will the school car rally turn to tragedy?
Episode 2945
September 19, 1997
Will Billy be involved in a serious road accident? Harold and Madge are shocked to learn they must close down the Coffee Shop. Does Debbie have the answer to their problems?
Episode 2946
September 22, 1997
Anne and Billy enter themselves into a competition to find out if they are the perfect couple. Hannah has money to burn and Claire knows exactly how to help her spend it.
Episode 2947
September 23, 1997
It's out and out war between Hannah and her father over how she should spend her money. Amy forces Lance into buying her a present with disastrous results.
Episode 2948
September 24, 1997
Lance and Anne are home alone and Toadie sees it as the perfect opportunity to have the party of the century with serious repercussions.
Episode 2949
September 25, 1997
Lance's party is going off, that is until the police arrive. Who has dobbed him in? Sarah decides to come clean about her affair with Matt but how will Ben react? What is the secret Libby is hiding from her family?
Episode 2950
September 26, 1997
Can Lance and Anne hide the damage left by the party before their mother gets home? Can Matt talk Ben into letting him stay on in Ramsay Street and will a betrayal of trust ruin Darren and Libby's relationship?
Episode 2951
September 29, 1997
Ben's sister, Caitlin, arrives earlier than planned and is already making enemies. Matt's got some shocking news and it involves Sarah!
Episode 2952
September 30, 1997
The rivalry between Caitlin and Anne is heating up and Billy is caught in the middle. Sarah faces an important decision, will she give up everything for love?
Episode 2953
October 1, 1997
It's crunch time for Matt and Sarah, will their romance survive or is it time for goodbye? Claire's got a devious plan and it's going to get Hannah and Lance into a lot of trouble.
Episode 2954
October 2, 1997
Madge catches Claire red handed. Will she sell her friend out to save herself? Toadie faces a cash crisis. Lance's surprise for Amy turns into disaster.
Episode 2955
October 3, 1997
Will Lance convince his mother to let Amy stay the night? Can Darren resist a showdown when he meets with an old enemy?
Episode 2956
October 6, 1997
Lance and Amy get their wish - Amy is allowed to sleep over but she has more than sleeping in mind. Billy and Anne are chosen as the finalists in the Teen Girl Couple competition but Billy wants nothing to do with it. Will Anne find a substitute for Billy?
Episode 2957
October 7, 1997
Anne and Lance pose together as a couple for a magazine competition but things go unexpectedly when they're asked to kiss. Libby and Darren's romantic plans are ruined once again and Libby is forced to compete with Martin for Darren's attention.
Episode 2958
October 8, 1997
What starts out as a romantic day alone for Lance and Amy, ends up being a torturous affair. Claire's idle hands turn to mischief once again but when caught red-handed, Claire begs Hannah to take the blame. Will she do it?
Episode 2959
October 9, 1997
Sarah discovers an expensive jewellery box in Matt's shopping bags. Is he about to propose? Nobody believes Hannah is really responsible for the trouble at the Coffee Shop. Can Debbie get to the truth?
Episode 2960
October 10, 1997
Is Matt going to propose to Sarah, or will she spoil all his plans? Caitlin secretly tells Anne that she has the hots for Billy and she had better watch out!
Episode 2961
October 13, 1997
Caitlin feels unwanted in Ramsay Street. An age-old feud between the Ramsay and Robinson descendents re-appears. Anne is convinced Caitlin is out to steal Billy.
Episode 2962
October 14, 1997
Harold throws in his job to pursue a matter of pride. Marlene leaves Ramsay Street for the high seas. Anne fears Caitlin means business with Billy.
Episode 2963
October 15, 1997
Billy chooses between Anne's love and Caitlin's friendship. Is Libby jealous of the friendship growing between Darren and Martin? Susan leads the fight for the school, but will she be around to see it?
Episode 2964
October 16, 1997
Sarah farewells Matt. Susan's loyalties are divided by the offer of a lifetime. Lance gets framed by Jacinta.
Helen Daniels' Passing
October 17, 1997
Lance tries to get Amy to trick Jacinta into telling her the truth, but Amy says she will not tell her. Jacinta, Cara and Mitch are discussing her confrontation with Lance when Amy comes in wanting to talk Jacinta in private. Amy now pleads for Lance but Jacinta tells her that she has broken the group up with her relationship with Lance.
Episode 2966
October 20, 1997
After hearing of Helen's death Michael, Philip's eldest son, drives through the night to join his family at this tragic time of loss. Rosemary also arrives from America and proves to be very supportive during Hannah's disappearance.
Episode 2967
October 21, 1997
Will Hannah and Claire be discovered in Ben's garage before it's too late? Harold is writing a eulogy about Helen and is finding it very difficult. However, we are treated to some memorable scenes from Helen's time on the show.
Episode 2968
October 22, 1997
Helen's memorial service brings everyone together for a last farewell. Michael's return to Ramsay Street gives Debbie cause for reflection and his talk of peace and tranquillity in the countryside brings her to a decision.
Episode 2969
October 23, 1997
Anne's first modelling assignment with Teen Girl is to illustrate a story, however, she experiences a tragic start. Parenthood is proving too much for Ben as Caitlin moves in to Number Thirty.
Episode 2970
October 24, 1997
Ben's at his wit's end when it comes to making Caitlin behave like a proper housemate. He is further shocked when Caitlin reveals to Sarah personal family secrets about him as a teenager.
Episode 2971
October 27, 1997
Harold has to hide his unemployment from Madge. Toadie's pranking backfires. Billy's subconscious is straying from Anne.
Episode 2972
October 28, 1997
Harold maintains the charade of a man with a job. Can Anne stay true to Billy? Caitlin and Mandi are caught out.
Episode 2973
October 29, 1997
Karl tries desperate measures to keep Susan in Erinsborough. Ben plays reluctant parent to Caitlin. Sleepless nights for Hannah.
Episode 2974
October 30, 1997
Hannah says goodbye to Claire. Toadie out-pranks himself. Darren has a life threatening fall at work.
Episode 2975
October 31, 1997
Darren's injuries need some expert care. Libby has to cope with missing her first uni exam. Muck up day goes horribly wrong.
Episode 2976
November 3, 1997
Ben's temper leads to trouble at the racetrack. Harold is finding lying to Madge about his work more and more difficult. Toadie confesses to the school prank that risked people's lives.
Episode 2977
November 4, 1997
Toadie's shame drives him away. Harold's caught out over his fictitious job. Ben loses his nerve on the track.
Episode 2978
November 5, 1997
Ben decides he'll stick with racing. Lance isn't happy about his Dad's impending marriage. Sarah and Matt call it quits. Ruth and Phil are reunited.
Episode 2979
November 6, 1997
Phil and Ruth are back together. Darren gets involved in a flower mix-up. Caitlin meets James and they hit it off big time.
Episode 2980
November 7, 1997
James and Caitlin's friendship moves quickly. Harold tells Madge the truth about his job. Toadie's hiding place is revealed.
Episode 2981
November 10, 1997
Darren meets the boss from hell. Philip, Hannah and Ruth take to the country. Billy and Toadie fall out over Toadie's disappearance.
Episode 2982
November 11, 1997
Philip and Ruth's trip to the country turns sour. Sondra pushes Darren to the limit. Toadie's goose is about to be cooked.
Episode 2983
November 12, 1997
Toadie returns home, but Billy's not impressed. Caitlin and Mandi convince Harold to take in a boarder, but will they take in Mandi? Billy's torn - is he in love with two girls?
Episode 2984
November 13, 1997
Are Madge and Harold going to become foster parents? Bob's back to stay with Sarah - for good. Billy's crush on Caitlin is no longer a secret.
Episode 2985
November 14, 1997
Sarah has a terrible dream. Harold and Madge have a new member of the family. Will Billy go to Sydney?
Episode 2986
November 17, 1997
Hannah is finding it almost impossible to drag herself away from the Internet and her new boyfriend. Billy decides to let Anne have the final say on whether he tries out for the local swim team's trip to Sydney.
Episode 2987
November 18, 1997
Toadie decides the time has come for him to move out of the Kennedy house and move into Number Thirty. However, Ben doesn't like the idea and instead suggests Toadie move in with Lou.
Episode 2988
November 19, 1997
Without her father's permission, Hannah installs an additional phone line to cope with her incessant Internet use. Libby confronts Sondra about flirting with Darren but is forced to question Darren's motives instead.
Episode 2989
November 20, 1997
Billy is revved up for the big try out for the swim meet in Sydney. Will he make the team? Meanwhile, Anne admits to Toadie that she's paranoid about Caitlin being on the swim team.
Episode 2990
November 21, 1997
Anne is outraged at Billy after discovering, thanks to Toadie, that Billy has feelings for Caitlin. Will Anne ever forgive him? Meanwhile, Hannah is shocked when her Internet love suddenly arrives. Is he what she expected?
Episode 2991
November 24, 1997
Hannah is desperate for Mike to stay at her house but they first have to get around Phil. Lance is roped into a cricket game with Amy's brother and is scared of making a fool of himself.
Episode 2992
November 25, 1997
Lance is feeling shattered after his dismal performance on the cricket pitch with Amy's brother. Susan and Darren urge Libby to find out how she went with her University exams.
Episode 2993
November 26, 1997
Libby feels it might be time to throw in the academic towel, following her exam results. Hannah realises that Mike was more exciting on the Internet, than in Erinsborough.
Episode 2994
November 27, 1997
Billy and the swim team are having a great time in Sydney and Billy is getting especially close with Caitlin. Should Anne be worried? Meanwhile, after checking the takings from the jukebox, Toadie discovers he's being rorted.
Kark Kisses Sarah
November 28, 1997
Anne tells Ruth she needs her to let her do something. She needs to talk to Billy, face-to-face. She promises that if Anne rings she'll leave, but Billy doubts she will. Billy tells Caitlin she should go and get her shower, but Caitlin says she can always have one here - 'isn't his shower big enough for two?'
