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@Dan F and @Chris J would you like full episodes summaries written for some recent years, I would be happy to do that for you as i love the episodes summaries from the older years.

Chapter 9 "Why did he do this, Will? Today of all days." Irene paced back and forth across the living room, her voice sharp with frustration. Her hands clenched into fists at her sides as she spoke. Of all the days for Nick to pull something like this, it had to be today. The weight of the day’s significance hung heavy in the air, and Irene couldn’t believe Nick would leave his family knowing how much they were all struggling. Will stood nearby, his arms crossed as he leaned against the wall. His expression was stern, his jaw tight. "I don’t know, but I promise you, Irene, when we find him, I’m going to have serious words with him about all of this." His tone was firm, but he softened slightly as he looked at Irene. He could see the frustration and hurt etched into her face, and it only deepened his own anger toward his younger brother. Before Irene could respond, the front door opened, and Hayley and Jesse walked in. Both of them stopped short, taking in Irene’s tense pacing and Will’s serious expression. “What’s going on?” Hayley asked, her voice quiet but filled with sadness. “Were you talking about Dad?” Irene paused mid-step, glancing over at Hayley. “No, love,” she said, her voice heavy with exasperation. “We’re talking about your idiot brother, who’s done a runner.” Hayley’s brows furrowed as she turned to Will. “Our idiot brother did what?” she asked, needing to be sure she’d heard right. Will straightened up, his expression grim. “He did a runner, Hayley. Took off.” Hayley blinked, her hands tightening into fists at her sides as the words sank in. She took a deep breath, clearly trying to keep her frustration in check. “Unbelievable,” she muttered under her breath. She didn’t say what she was really thinking, but her disappointment and anger were evident in her posture. Jesse, standing quietly to the side, spoke up. “Want me to go for a drive? See if I can find him?” His voice was calm, but there was a clear determination in his eyes as he looked at Irene. Irene stopped pacing and turned to face him, her shoulders slumping slightly. “Yes, please, darl,” she said, her voice softening with gratitude. She managed a small, tired smile. Jesse nodded. “Okay, I’ll head out now and give you a call if I find anything,” he said. His tone was steady, reassuring, as he gave Irene and Will a quick smile. He had just started heading for the door when Hayley hurried after him. “Wait,” she said, grabbing his arm. “I’m coming with you. He doesn’t know you that well, and if anyone has a chance of convincing him to come home, it’s me.” Her voice was firm, leaving no room for argument. Jesse looked at her for a moment, then nodded. “Alright,” he said simply before opening the door and stepping outside. Hayley gave Irene and Will a brief glance, her determination clear in her expression, before following Jesse out. The sound of the door closing behind them left the house in a tense, uneasy silence. At the Sutherland house, Shelley turned to her husband, her face flushed with anger. "How the hell are Dani and Jade so calm about this? Their sister is missing!" Her voice was sharp, her frustration bubbling over. She couldn’t believe their indifference. Rhys sighed, running a hand through his hair as he leaned against the kitchen counter. "Shel, she slept with Jade's boyfriend. I’m pretty sure that broke every unspoken rule there is for teenagers. Can you really blame them?" "So what if she did?!" Shelley snapped, her tone rising. "Kirsty is still their sister! They shouldn’t be happy that she’s gone. They should be worried, not... this!" Her voice cracked slightly as she gestured toward the stairs, anger and disappointment clear in her expression. Rhys opened his mouth to respond, but before he could say a word, Jade appeared at the top of the stairs. She descended slowly, her blank expression betraying none of the turmoil Shelley was feeling. "Where are you going?" Shelley demanded, fixing her daughter with a piercing stare. Her voice was hard, unrelenting. "Out. To see Seb," Jade replied, her tone flat and uninterested, as if she couldn’t care less about the tension in the house. "Oh, no, you’re not, missy," Shelley shot back, stepping toward her daughter. Her voice was firm, full of anger and authority. "You can help us look for your sister." Jade’s calm façade cracked, and her voice exploded with anger. "As if!" she yelled, her face flushed with fury. "I wouldn’t care if she never showed her face here again. She’s dead to me!" Her words hit Shelley like a slap in the face, and her eyes widened in disbelief. Before she could say anything, Jade spun around and stormed out of the house, slamming the door behind her. Shelley stood frozen for a moment, her hands trembling as she stared at the closed door. The anger she’d felt earlier was now mixed with heartbreak, her daughter’s cruel words echoing in her ears. The moment Jade reached Mr. Fisher’s house, she knocked on the door, her heart pounding. She silently prayed Seb was home—she could really use his support right now. It was only a few seconds before the door opened, but to Jade, it felt like an eternity. When Don appeared, she offered him a weak smile. "Mr. Fisher, hi. I’m sorry for just showing up, but... is Seb home?" Her voice wavered slightly, a mix of nerves and desperation. Don nodded, his expression kind as he stepped aside. "He is. Come on in." Jade exhaled a small sigh of relief and followed him into the house. As they reached the kitchen, Don called out, "Seb, you’ve got a visitor." Seb, seated at the kitchen table, glanced up. When he saw Jade, concern flashed across his face. "Thanks, Gramps," he said, standing up. Don smiled knowingly before stepping out of the room to give them some privacy. Seb walked over to Jade, his brows furrowed in worry. "What’s wrong? Talk to me." His voice was gentle yet insistent, and the genuine concern in his eyes made Jade’s guard begin to crumble. Jade crossed her arms, more out of frustration than defensiveness. "Kirsty did a runner," she said, her tone sharp with anger. "Once again, making everything about her." She looked away, her jaw tightening as she tried to steady herself. "Honestly, I’m glad she’s gone, but Mum..." Her voice broke slightly as she continued. "She’s so angry at me—for wanting nothing to do with Kirsty, for being relieved she’s gone." Seb stepped closer and gently placed his hands on her shoulders, his touch firm but comforting. "Hey, you’ve done nothing wrong," he said softly. "You’re allowed to feel that way after everything that’s happened. Honestly? You telling me that Kirsty’s gone... it kind of made my day too." Jade couldn’t help but crack a small smile at his words, the weight of her emotions lightening just a little. Seb smiled back, his eyes softening as he pulled her into a warm hug. "You’ve got every right to feel how you feel," he murmured. "Don’t let anyone make you think otherwise." Jade relaxed into his embrace, feeling a sense of safety she hadn’t realized she needed. After a moment, she pulled back slightly, though his hands lingered lightly on her arms. "Do you think Mr. Fisher would mind if I stayed here for the day? I just... I can’t deal with Mum right now." Her voice was quieter now, almost vulnerable. Seb tilted his head slightly, his expression reassuring. "That should be fine. Gramps won’t mind." Jade let out a breath she hadn’t realized she’d been holding and gave him a small, genuine smile. "Thank you, Seb." "Anytime," Seb replied, his voice steady. His hands dropped from her arms, but his eyes stayed on her, and for a moment, the air between them shifted—softening into something unspoken but warm. Jade looked away, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear as she felt a faint blush rise to her cheeks. "I appreciate it," she said quickly, stepping back to compose herself. Seb just nodded, his smile lingering as he gestured toward the couch. "Come on, let’s hang out for a while. You don’t have to deal with anything here." As she followed him, Jade couldn’t help but feel a small flicker of gratitude—and maybe something else entirely—toward the boy who always seemed to have her back.

So glad that Tom Fletcher made the top 70 he truly deserved to be in there and it was great he made it that high after not been on in years. Also was great to see Steven and Frank in. Was very happy to see Ricky in as she was one of my first favourites when I started watching again in 2014. Always knew Kyle would be the braxton and Nikau the first Parata.

Was so glad to see Flynn get as high as he did, very happy with that. A few results surprised me today.

No she can't however their also other reasons which will be coming out really soon.

Was very happy to see that Cassie made the list today I had a feeling she would be the lower out of the Flecther Saunders Family. Was very happy to see that both Jesse and Celia made the cut as was worried they wouldn't same with Nevile and Floss so glad they made it. Wonder where Miles, Flynn and Tom will be on the list and which current regular will be ranked the lowest.

Chapter 8 Jesse’s heart sank when he read Hayley’s text at five in the morning. The message was simple but urgent, asking him to meet her as soon as he could. Hayley wasn’t one to stay up late or rise before dawn, so the unusual timing alone filled him with concern. Without hesitation, he texted back: Where are you? Her reply led him to the beach, where he spotted her standing near the ocean. The first rays of sunlight were just beginning to touch the horizon, but the peaceful scene did little to ease the tension knotting his stomach. "Hey, you okay?" Jesse called softly as he approached. At the sound of his voice, Hayley turned, and the relief that washed over her face was immediate. She exhaled a shaky breath, as if seeing him was the first time she’d felt safe all morning. "Thank you for coming," she said, her voice uneven. "Of course," Jesse replied without hesitation, his brows furrowing as he studied her tear-streaked face. "What’s wrong?" It didn’t take long for him to realize just how upset she was. Her red, puffy eyes and trembling lips spoke volumes. Seeing her like this sent a pang of worry through his chest. "I couldn’t sleep," Hayley began, her voice breaking. "Every time I tried..." She faltered, wrapping her arms around herself. Jesse instinctively stepped closer, gently pulling her into his arms. His embrace seemed to give her the courage to continue. "Every time I tried," she repeated, her words muffled against his shoulder, "I kept remembering what happened... two years ago today." The realization hit Jesse like a wave. Today marked the anniversary of her father Ken’s death. His grip on her tightened, his voice steady but full of compassion as he whispered, "You know he’s always watching over you, Hayley. A part of him will always be with you." "I know," she choked out, tears spilling down her cheeks. "I just... I miss him so much, Jesse." Jesse pressed a gentle kiss to her forehead, holding her as if his arms alone could shield her from the weight of her grief. He didn’t say anything more—sometimes words weren’t enough. Instead, he just let her cry, offering his unwavering presence as comfort. Unbeknownst to them, their heartfelt moment was being observed from a distance. Jude, Noah’s brother, stood hidden among the shadows, watching the pair in silence. When Jude arrived home, he was startled to see Noah already up and moving around. His brother wasn’t exactly a morning person, and seeing him awake at this hour was unusual. But as Jude stepped inside, he realized Noah hadn’t even noticed him. "Noah," Jude called cautiously. Noah turned his head slightly to acknowledge his brother, then faced the television again, his posture slumped and listless. "You okay?" Jude asked, his voice tinged with concern. He couldn’t shake the unease left by what he’d witnessed at the beach earlier, and Noah’s silence only added to it. After a long pause, Noah hunched his shoulders further and finally turned to face Jude fully. His eyes were shadowed, his expression a mix of hurt and frustration. "I’m far from fine," Noah admitted, his voice heavy with emotion. "Hayley dumped me. Out of nowhere. No explanation." Jude frowned but said nothing, letting Noah vent. "And then..." Noah’s jaw clenched, and he seemed to struggle for control over his anger. "Then I saw her with another guy." His voice wavered, and he had to bite his tongue to keep from shouting outright. Jude’s eyebrows lifted in surprise. "Was he tall, maybe a little older than you, and bald?" Noah’s eyes narrowed, suspicion flickering to life. "Yeah, that’s him. How do you know that?" "I saw them at the beach on my way home from work," Jude admitted carefully. "They looked pretty close. He was comforting her, from what I could tell." Noah’s fists clenched at his sides, his breathing quickening. Jude could see the storm building in his brother’s eyes, but before he could say anything else, Noah shot to his feet and grabbed his keys. "Comforting her isn’t his job—it’s mine!" Noah shouted, his voice raw with anger and hurt. "Wait, Noah—" Jude started, but it was too late. Noah stormed out of the house, slamming the door behind him. Jude stood there, stunned and uneasy, wondering if he’d made a mistake by telling Noah what he had seen. Shelley Sutherland moved quietly through the house, the smell of breakfast wafting up from the kitchen where Rhys was already busy preparing food. It was a quiet morning, but something felt off. She couldn’t put her finger on it, but the house carried an unusual stillness. Climbing the stairs, Shelley headed for Kirsty’s room. She knocked softly. “Kirsty? Breakfast is nearly ready, love.” When there was no response, Shelley knocked again, louder this time. Still nothing. Frowning, she opened the door, her gaze immediately falling to the neatly made bed. Her stomach twisted as her eyes moved to the corner of the room, where Kirsty’s packed bags were stacked neatly by the door. The sight hit her like a punch to the gut. Shelley stepped into the room, her heart pounding in her chest. “Kirsty?” she called out again, her voice trembling. Silence. Her hands shook as she glanced around the room, hoping for some clue, but everything was unnervingly tidy. Her chest tightened as she backed out of the room, clutching the doorframe for support. Downstairs, Rhys turned his head as Shelley came into view. The look on her face made him put down the spatula he was holding. “What is it?” he asked, already tense. Shelley took a shaky breath. “She’s gone. Kirsty’s gone. Her room is empty—her bags are packed.” The clang of the spatula hitting the counter echoed as Rhys shot out of the kitchen. “What do you mean, gone? Did she leave a note? Did you check the bathroom?” “No note,” Shelley said quietly. “And she’s not in the bathroom. Rhys… I don’t think she’s coming back.” At that moment, Dani walked into the living room, drawn by the commotion. Her arms were crossed, her expression unreadable. But as Shelley’s words registered, a flicker of something—relief?—passed over her face. “She’s gone?” Dani asked, her tone almost too neutral. Shelley’s sharp gaze turned to her eldest daughter. “Dani...” But Dani didn’t back down. “Well, good,” she muttered. “It’s about time she stopped dragging this family down.” “Dani, that’s enough!” Rhys barked, his voice rising. His worry was rapidly turning to frustration. Before the argument could escalate, Jade appeared in the doorway. Her hair was disheveled, and she still wore her pajamas, but her expression was hard. Her twin sister’s name fell from her lips like a curse. “Kirsty’s gone?” Jade asked, her voice cold. When Shelley nodded, Jade let out a huff and crossed her arms. “Good. After what she did, I never want to see her again.” “Jade, stop it,” Shelley pleaded, her voice shaking. “No, Mum!” Jade snapped, her voice rising. “She had an affair with my boyfriend, and then she slept with him. My boyfriend! How am I supposed to forgive that? How am I supposed to just… forget?” The room fell into a tense silence. Dani glanced at Jade, her lips twitching slightly as though she agreed but didn’t want to say so outright. Rhys rubbed his temples, looking torn between anger and concern. “She’s still your sister,” Shelley said firmly, her voice breaking slightly. “No matter what happened, she’s still a part of this family.” Jade’s jaw tightened, but she didn’t respond. Shelley’s shoulders slumped, the weight of the morning pressing heavily on her. Her eyes flickered to Rhys, who had gone silent but looked ready to storm out of the house to search for Kirsty himself. Dani leaned against the doorframe, her arms still crossed, her expression conflicted but leaning toward satisfaction. Jade, however, was unrelenting. Her cold gaze burned into the space where her twin once stood, her lips pressed into a thin line, as if she were holding back another torrent of words. The silence in the Sutherland house was deafening, the family grappling with the storm Kirsty had left behind. Shelley paced the living room, her fingers clutching her phone tightly. The tension in the room was palpable. Rhys sat at the dining table, his elbows resting on his knees, staring at the floor, while Dani and Jade lingered near the doorway. Dani looked indifferent, even slightly smug, while Jade’s cold anger lingered just beneath the surface. Shelley finally stopped pacing and turned to face her family. “I’m calling Irene,” she announced, her voice steadier than she felt. Rhys looked up, his brow furrowed. “You think Kirsty’s with Nick?” “I don’t know,” Shelley admitted, her voice breaking slightly. “But where else would she go? Irene’s house is the most logical place.” Dani scoffed softly but said nothing. Shelley shot her a warning look before dialing Irene’s number, her hands trembling as she brought the phone to her ear. At Irene’s house, the sharp ring of the phone pierced the early morning quiet. Irene groaned softly as she shuffled down the stairs, tying her robe around her. Will followed close behind, rubbing his eyes, curiosity piqued by the urgency in Irene’s movements. “Who’s calling this early?” Will muttered, half-yawning. “I Don't know,” Irene replied, picking up the receiver. “But I reckon it’s important.” “Hello?” Irene said, her tone laced with both concern and irritation. “Irene, it’s Shelley,” came the shaky reply. Irene’s brow furrowed at the tension in Shelley’s voice. “Shelley, love, what’s goin’ on?” “I need to know if Nick’s there,” Shelley began quickly. “And if he’s seen Kirsty. She’s gone, Irene. Packed her bags and left without a word.” Irene’s breath caught. “Oh, love, I’m so sorry. But no, Nick’s not here—at least, not that I know of. Hang on, I’ll check with Will.” She turned to Will, who was leaning against the wall, listening intently. “D’you mind checking’ Nick’s room? Shelley’s sayin’ Kirsty’s gone missing’, and I want to be sure he’s not up there.” Will frowned but nodded, jogging up the stairs. “Yeah, I’ll have a look.” Irene stayed on the line, her heart heavy with worry as she listened to Shelley’s uneven breathing on the other end. “You sure she didn’t leave a note or give any clue about where she was going’?” Irene asked gently. “Nothing,” Shelley said, her voice cracking. “Just… nothing. Her bed’s made, her room’s spotless, and her bags are gone. I just thought—maybe she’s with Nick.” Upstairs, Will opened the door to Nick’s room. It was eerily tidy, the bed neatly made, but what struck him immediately was the absence of Nick’s belongings. He frowned, stepping closer, his eyes scanning the empty shelves and drawers. His stomach dropped as the realization hit him. “Irene!” he called out, his voice loud and urgent. Back downstairs, Irene’s face paled as she heard the tone of Will’s voice. “What is it?” she yelled back, already dreading the answer. Will leaned over the railing, his expression grim. “Nick’s stuff is gone. He’s done a runner—with Kirsty.” Irene’s free hand flew to her mouth, her heart pounding. “Oh, crikey,” she whispered, the words barely audible. On the other end of the line, Shelley’s breath hitched. “What? Nick’s gone too?” Irene didn’t reply immediately, her mind racing as the weight of Will’s discovery settled in. The room felt like it had closed in around her, the shock hitting her like a tidal wave. “Yes,” she finally said, her voice shaking. “It looks like he’s gone with her.” The line went silent for a long moment, the enormity of the situation sinking in for both women.

@Red Ranger 1can i say for a start that your write ups are iconic, i love them. im also very surprised with who been in the poll so far as some people i didnt expect to see. glad Michael was low as i didnt like him and at least Tom will be higher them him.

what date will the results start to be revealed?

Omg very excited to see which characters made the cut, still hoping that one of these days a Most Popular Couple poll will happen.

So I was thinking about ways to bring past characters back for a storyline and I would for Irene birthday which would also have a disaster such a bus crush and people going missing. I gave myself the task of choosing 12 individual characters, three endgame couples and two non endgame ones to come back here's who I chose and why. Individual 1- Jasmine Delaney she would come back after hearing about the birthday from Leah and also to see Cash and explain that she got kidnapped by Robbo parents which leads to Jas/Cash endgame. 2- Colleen Smart- As Morag and Lance can't make it and Irene like family to her family, Colleen comes back in her place. Colleen will reference how the characters are going and why they couldn't attend 3- Martin Dibble- This actually be an opportunity to bring him back as a main character, he would end up heading the ses search from the bus crush. 4- Olivia Fraser- Irene was like a mother to her so would come back to celebrate with her and would announce that her and Hunter reunited and she's pregnant with their first child. 5- Bella Nixon- Bella would come back as the organise photographer for the party and to thank Irene for all she did. She would also catch up with Mackenzie and Tane as well as meet Levi and Abi, Abi who she would connect due to their pasts, she would mention that Nikau is now working as a pool lifeguard. 6- April Scott- April would come back and reference that Dex was visiting Sid and would be the head doctor for the disaster zone. As well as there to celebrate with Irene referring that Bianca and Heath are on an around the world trip with their kids and had caught up with Liam. 7- Miles Copeland- Miles would come back on behalf of himself and Sally, his main reason would be to check up on Leah after a few worrying calls from her but to also celebrate with Irene, Miles would be with Leah allot which would make Justin jealous leading to Leah and Miles going on the bus and having some moments. 8- Geoff Campbell- Geoff would come back to the bay for Irene celebration, he would reference that him and Ruby were back together after her prison experience and is no longer a paster, he updates Irene and Alf on Annie saying her and Jai got married. Geoff would also be part of the ses. 9- Aden Jefferies- Aden would come back as Irene helped him and Belle allot, He would come back for the celebrations and helps Bree through her trauma. 10- Kane Phillps- Kane would come back as Irene was the only person who gave him a chance so wants to be there to support her big day. Would reference to Miles that Kirsty doing well and that they are back together. Kane would help out Martin and Geoff on SES. 11- Hayley Lawson- Hayley would come back on behalf of her Nick and Will, she would reference how they are and apologise to Alf for what Will did but confirms he's out of Jail. Hayley would reveal her and Scott have had a second child named Beth. Hayley would stay for a while to help out Irene and reconnect with Leah. 12- Don Fisher- What celebrate would it be without Don, he would come back to celebrate with Irene and Co, reconnecting with old residents while also meeting John who is frosty towards him and also meeting Abi who he makes a major impact on. Endgame Couples 1- Steven and Selina- Irene was a big part of there life and their relationship, they would come back to celebrate with her, they would reveal that they got married in 2010 and now foster three kids. Steven would also discover his long lost Nieces Harper and Dana Matheson through meeting Dana when first arriving at Irene's. 2- Dean and Ziggy- Dean uses it as an opportunity to reunite with Mack and Bella who he fondly misses, he also helps out with the board shop and ses. Ziggy meanwhile is there for Bree and updates everyone on her family, Coco is now dating Vj after the pair reconnected, Ben and Maggie are doing well in Paris. 3- Tasha and Robbie- Tasha and Robbie are there as Irene made the biggest impact on Tasha. They bring Ella along who becomes a main and also inform they had another kid. Tasha ended up studying and becoming a social worker following in Flynns footsteps. Tasha also informed Irene that Josie was doing well and is now married. Non endgame couples. Carly and Matt- Both would come back after hearing about the event wanting to visit and support Irene, not realising the other would be attending after Steven set up after hearing about both of their marriage breakdowns which would lead them to reconnecting when they thought Carly was dying in the bus crush Matt would confess his feeling and they would get back together. Jade and Seb- Both would come back at different times. Seb would arrive with Don and Jade a few days later. It would reveal that Seb learnt to walk again from a trial and the two would talked about their missed chances and get back together just before disaster strikes. Jade would also reference that Dani is married, and Rhys and Shelley are doing well. Bonus return is Paris who would come back for Irene and as a main character as him and Irene would be endgame. Which storyline would you all do and who would you bring back?

Been watching the early years allot recently, it's definitely written better them the current show. The couples are written so much better from 1988 to about 2008. Some things I realised watching this time around Shane and Angel are actually quite toxic together and they aren't suited, he had more chemistry with Shannon and they would of been a better couple and Angel was with Simon. The more and more I watch the more I hate Michael and hate how he was written in, they moved Pippa on with him in such a rush and sometimes it honestly felt like Michael was forcing her into things when she didn't want to, a key example was when she broke up with him and he forced her to get back together and engaged. Tom and Pippa will always be endgame for me. Nev and Floss were robbed they deserved better and should of been in the show longer, I do love that Floss came back in later years. Ben was toxic and high key an abusive partner to Carly, like I have so many alarm bells about that relationship. How the hell they ended up together and stayed together I have no idea particularly when Ben treated Carly like crap. Carly should of ended up with Matt, would been a better exit for them both.

Chapter 7 Sally glanced over at Jesse, who had already made himself at home, which made her smile. It felt just like old times, and that was a comforting feeling. "What are you thinking about?" Jesse asked curiously, shifting closer as Sally lay down, resting her head on his knee. "How much this feels like old times—just you and me living together again." Sally smiled as she spoke, her mind filling with memories of their past. "It really does, doesn't it?" Jesse returned her smile, then added, "So, tell me, what's the deal with that guy from the beach earlier?" He wasn't sure, but he had a feeling the guy had a crush on Sally—though she seemed oblivious to it. "There’s nothing to tell. I literally met him today. He just started at the drop-in center with Shelley." Sally shrugged. Jesse nodded, keeping his thoughts to himself. Maybe he was overthinking it. After all, they’d only just met that day, but Jesse had a habit of going into protective overdrive when it came to Sally. "Alright, how about we just stay in, order takeout, and watch some movies tonight?" Jesse suggested. Truthfully, after missing out on such simple pleasures while in jail, it was something he’d been looking forward to. "That sounds perfect to me." Sally smiled, making herself comfortable as she grabbed the remote and turned on the TV. Meanwhile Will knocked on the Sutherland's door, he knew it was late but he was worried about Jade after what his brother had done to her and he also wanted to find an excuse to see Dani. He just hoped someone was awake and would answer. A few seconds late the door opened and Jade appeared, looking more broken them earlier which Will couldn't help but blame himself for, he should of taught Nick to know better. "Jade I'm sorry for what my idiot brother did." Will had guilt all over his face because his brother caused her pain. Will wishes Nick hadn't done this, he wishes Nick handled it all differently, he ruined Jade's life and no doubt torn her and her sister apart. "I'm guessing you here to see Dani." Jade didn't want to talk about Nick, even hearing his name was enough to make her feel sick right now. "Yes i am, is she around?" Jade nods as she points outside and Will smiles, thanking her before heading in that direction. As Will stepped onto the porch, he spotted Dani sitting there and smiled. Without hesitation, he walked over to her and wrapped his arms around her. "Hey, you," he said softly, smiling. Dani turned around, stood up, and hugged him tightly, which he immediately returned. "Hey," Dani whispered, clinging to Will as if her life depended on it. "What did your stupid brother have to say for himself?" She wanted to know if Nick felt any guilt at all. To her, it was clear Kirsty didn’t, so she hoped at least one of them would show some remorse for what they’d done. "Not much. He thinks he did nothing wrong. God, he makes me so angry," Will replied, shaking his head. He couldn’t believe the pain his brother was causing. Seeing Jade so hurt only fueled his anger toward Nick. "I can’t believe he doesn’t see what he’s done to the people he was supposed to care about," Will added, his voice tight with frustration but kept low so as not to wake the rest of Dani’s family. "Well, Kirsty doesn’t think she’s done anything wrong either, so they’re just as stupid as each other," Dani muttered as she pulled away from Will’s arms and sat back down in her chair. "I think we can both agree our siblings are complete idiots," Will said, earning a nod from Dani, who couldn’t think of a more accurate statement. "And how are you doing?" Will asked, concerned for Dani too. He knew Jade wasn’t the only one struggling. "I can’t focus on that right now. Jade is who I need to worry about," Dani replied, her voice soft but firm. Her sister’s well-being was her priority, and she didn’t see her own problems as important right now. "Well, just remember, I’m always here if you want to talk, Dani. Anytime, day or night—you can call me, and I’ll have my phone on." Will meant every word. He cared deeply about Dani and wanted to be there for her more than anything. "Thank you," Dani said, smiling as Will sat beside her. The two sat in comfortable silence, simply enjoying each other’s company. Gypsy spotted Noah standing alone at the pier, leaning against the railing and staring out at the dark ocean. The cool night air brushed against her skin as she quietly approached him, unsure of how to start. When she reached him, Noah glanced over, his expression tense but weary. “Irene told me what happened,” Gypsy began softly, her voice carrying over the quiet lapping of the waves. “I’m really sorry, Noah. I know how much it hurts to lose the person you care about most in the world.” Noah clenched his jaw, his hands tightening around the railing. “Yeah, it does. I can’t even imagine my life without Hayley. I won’t give up on her—I can’t,” he admitted, his voice barely above a whisper, as if saying it out loud made it even harder to bear. Gypsy nodded in understanding, her eyes full of empathy. “If you love someone, you tell them. You fight for them,” she said softly, her words meant to offer comfort. Noah gave her a slight nod, acknowledging her advice. For a moment, the two of them stood in silence, the tension in the air slowly lifting. Noah sighed heavily and turned to her. “Gypsy, I’m sorry for yelling at you earlier. I had no right to take my anger out on you. It wasn’t fair.” Gypsy offered a sad smile. “It’s okay, Noah. After everything I’ve done… I can’t blame you for being angry.” “No, that’s no excuse,” Noah insisted, shaking his head. “I forgive you, Gypsy. For everything.” Gypsy’s eyes softened as she nodded. “Thank you,” she said sincerely. “And if you ever need someone to talk to, I’ll be here.” With that, she gave him one last look before turning and walking away, leaving Noah alone with his thoughts, the sound of the waves filling the silence between them.

Irene was harsh but it might just be what Gypsy needed. Thank you for your ongoing support of this story. Thanks for reading and for appreciating the Alf and Don scene Irene was harsh but it might just be what Gypsy needed. Thank you for your ongoing support of this story. Thanks for reading and for appreciating the Alf and Don scene

Chapter 6 Gypsy walked into the diner and spotted Irene almost immediately. She headed straight over to her. "What's going on with Noah?" she asked curiously. "He just yelled at me and made me his personal punching bag." Irene raised an eyebrow. "Can you blame him, after all the pain you've caused recently? Like kissing Will when he was with Dani and causing them to split up, or giving Nick drinks," Irene pointed out. "I'm trying to fix myself," Gypsy admitted. "I know, and I can see that. But maybe Summer Bay isn't the best place to do it. Some people won't forgive you," Irene replied simply. "I need to mend bridges before I even think about leaving, and that's what I was trying to do by helping Noah." Irene nodded in understanding. "Well, Hayley dumped him." Gypsy's expression softened. "That must hurt. I know what it's like to lose the one you love the most." She paused. "Once he cools down, I'll try to talk to him again. Thanks, Irene." Gypsy then walked out of the diner, knowing she had bridges to mend, and Noah was just the start. Brodie ran down the pier and immediately smiled when she saw the picnic set up. She was late, and seeing such a romantic gesture made her feel a pang of guilt. As soon as she reached Mitch, she kissed him, then pulled away, smiling. "I'm sorry I'm late." She looked around, taking in the scene. "This is perfect. You're perfect." She kissed him again, unable to stop smiling. "You're pretty perfect yourself, Brodie," Mitch replied, grabbing her hand and guiding her carefully until they both sat down. Brodie snuggled comfortably into Mitch's arms. "I'm so glad you came back for me." Brodie's voice was full of sincerity. She had said it before, but she truly meant it. She had expected him to leave and never look back at his life in Summer Bay. "I was always going to come back for you. I love you, Brodie Hanson." Mitch's smile was warm and genuine as he spoke. To him, Brodie was everything—his whole world. "I'm glad," Brodie said softly, her eyes searching his. "I'm so lucky to have a guy I know will never cheat on me." Even in this moment with Mitch, she couldn't forget what was happening at home, or what Jade was going through. "Of course I wouldn't," Mitch reassured her. "Is everything okay at home?" He could sense something was wrong from the way she mentioned cheating and her lateness. Brodie hesitated. "Kirsty slept with Nick," she admitted quietly. She paused for a moment, then shook her head, as if to push the thought away. "But I don't want to talk about them. I want to focus on the fact that I have an amazing boyfriend who planned such a special surprise for me. I love you." She kissed Mitch again, this time with a passion and need that surprised even her. Right now, she didn't just want him—she needed him. Don was at home, catching up with Alf, but his mind was elsewhere. He was worried about his grandson, Seb, and how he was really coping with everything. Don couldn't help but wonder how Seb would handle the situation moving forward. "Don, are you listening to me?" Alf's words snapped Don out of his thoughts. "Yeah, sorry, Alf," Don replied, just as the door opened and Seb walked in. Don immediately stood up and walked over to his grandson. "Are you okay?" he asked simply, his voice filled with concern and worry. "No, but you were right," Seb admitted. "Talking to Jade, knowing she's struggling just as much as I am, and helping each other through this... it’s all going to help." Seb wanted his grandfather to know that his advice had been valuable. "Do you want to have some dinner with us?" Don offered gently. Seb shook his head. "No, I need some time. I'll be in my room." He made a quick exit, and Alf turned to Don. "Things seemed tense. What's all that about?" Alf asked. He could see that Don was clearly worried about Seb, and he knew there had to be a reason. "It's a long story," Don replied quietly, taking another sip of his beer. Kirsty smiled as she approached Nick at the beach, carrying her bags beside her. When she reached him, she kissed him, and he kissed her back. "Are you sure about this, Nick?" Kirsty asked, needing to know he was certain about them leaving. Nick wrapped his arms around her. "I am. Until everyone cools down and stops hating on us, we need to leave." Kirsty nodded, then kissed him again. The two of them hitched a ride out of town. As they drove away from Summer Bay, they spoke softly. "We'll be back soon, Summer Bay." They knew they would return because this was their home, and eventually, everyone would have to accept them.

Another great chapter, glad Bella and Ryder will be sailing the world together, love this story.

I watched this episode and the aftermath recently, the first time i watched it in full and oh my gosh, it was written so well, i cried and cried. Still gutted they took Noah away from us

Noah's got more reasons them you know stay tuned There a reason re Gypsy, stay tuned to find out

Chapter 5 Noah stood frozen, unable to move since Hayley walked away. His mind was a whirlwind of confusion. How could he believe her when she ended things without a word of explanation, only for him to see her later with a man he didn’t even know? A man she had never mentioned before. “Noah?” A voice called out behind him, but he didn’t turn around. He didn’t even acknowledge it. “Noah, what’s wrong?” The woman’s voice spoke again, this time laced with concern. “Gypsy, I’m fine. Please, just leave me alone.” His voice was tight, barely masking the turmoil inside him. The last thing he needed was Gypsy pestering him right now. “That’s not going to happen. Talk to me.” Gypsy’s determination was clear, but Noah had no patience for it. “I SAID LEAVE ME THE HELL ALONE!” he snapped, his voice cracking as he bolted away from the pier. He needed to be alone, to think, to sort through the mess in his head. The emotions were too overwhelming, and he couldn’t bear to face anyone, not even Gypsy, until he could make sense of it all. Meanwhile, at the Sutherlands', Shelley was in the kitchen when Dani came down the stairs and immediately approached her. "How is she?" Shelley asked, her concern for Jade evident, though her tone carried a hint of something more complicated. "She’s not doing well," Dani replied, her voice filled with frustration. "She’s furious, upset, hurt, angry." Dani paused, then added, "And you know what? She has every right to be after what Kirsty and Nick did to her. She deserves better than to be treated like that." "I don’t blame her," Shelley began, "but Kirsty must have her reasons too." She was trying to defend her other daughter, but it only fueled Dani’s frustration. "HOW CAN YOU POSSIBLY DEFEND HER AFTER EVERYTHING SHE’S DONE? ALL THE PAIN SHE’S CAUSED JADE AND SEB?" Dani’s voice was loud with anger and protectiveness, particularly for Jade. Shelley was about to respond, but they both heard footsteps approaching the doorway and then a knock on the door. Shelley quickly bit her tongue and looked at Dani. "Not a word to anyone. No one can know about this," Shelley said sternly. Before Dani could respond, her mother was already heading toward the front door, leaving Dani fuming with unspoken words. When Shelley opened the door, she was surprised to find Seb standing there—the last person she expected to see. "I'm surprised you're here. You know Kirsty lives here, right?" Shelley said, her tone carrying an edge of attitude. "I know," Seb replied firmly. "And believe me, she's the last person I want to see." The mere thought of encountering Kirsty made his stomach churn. "Then why are you here?" Shelley asked, her voice still stern. "To see Jade," Seb stated simply. He knew that Jade was the only person who could truly understand what he was going through, and he desperately wanted to talk to her. "Why do you want to see her?" Shelley asked, confusion clouding her expression. It didn’t make sense to her. "Is she here?" Seb ignored Shelley’s question, not wanting to rehash what was already clear. It was obvious that Shelley knew why he was there. At that moment, Dani stepped forward. "She’s upstairs in my room." Seb gave a small, grateful smile before excusing himself and heading up the stairs. He needed to see Jade, to find some comfort in her understanding. Once Seb was out of earshot, Shelley turned to Dani. "Why on earth would Seb want to see Jade?" Shelley asked, disbelief lacing her voice. Sometimes, Dani couldn't believe how oblivious her mother could be; it really pissed her off. "Maybe because she's the only one who understands what he's going through," Dani replied sharply. She paused before adding, "I actually think seeing Seb and talking to him will be good for Jade too." Dani meant it—perhaps the two of them could help each other through this mess. Without waiting for a response, Dani walked away before she said something she would regret, especially given how her own issues were going completely unnoticed by her mother. As Seb reached Dani's room, he saw Jade lying on the bed, staring into space. The pain in her eyes mirrored the pain in his own. He leaned against the doorframe. "Hey." Jade immediately shifted over to make room for him. "I’ve been worried about you," Jade said softly as Seb walked into the room and sat beside her on the bed. "I’ve been worried about you too," Seb replied, his voice full of concern. "I still am, actually." He meant it—if he was in a world of pain now, he could only imagine how much worse it was for Jade. "Yeah, well, the sooner Kirsty moves out of my room, the better," Jade said bitterly, her voice hardening at the mention of her sister. "I want nothing to do with her or Nick." "Same here," Seb agreed, looking at Jade. "I hate that they did this to us." Jade nodded, her expression troubled. "Me too. What did we do to deserve this?" She had been asking herself that question ever since she saw them together. "Nothing. We did nothing wrong," Seb said firmly. He hesitated for a moment before continuing, "You know, when I was talking to Gramps, he pointed out that he doesn’t know what I’m going through, that only one person does." He paused, looking directly at Jade. "You. So, how about we make a pact?" Jade sat up, raising an eyebrow, curious. "What kind of pact?" Seb looked at her earnestly. "That we talk to each other about how we feel. That we vent when we need to. That we be there for each other, always." For the first time since everything had unfolded, Jade smiled. "Yeah, that sounds good." Then she pulled Seb into a hug, holding onto him tightly, as if her life depended on it. At first, he was surprised, but then he held onto Jade just as tightly.

I wish we could write to channel 7 and request for this tour to happen

Let's just say it's going to make things interesting in more then one way

Hi Everyone. I love doing screencaps of Home and Away characters or couples, just for fun but have so many, Willing to filter these into icons and share. Any requests?. Ps if use my icons please credit me

Chapter 4 Sally and Flynn walked along the beach in silence. Eventually, Sally broke the stillness. "So, Mitch?" she asked, her concern evident. She worried about how being back would affect him, given all he'd been through last time. "He told me he felt okay about being back," Flynn replied seriously. "But I made him promise to come see me if he ever felt otherwise." Sally raised an eyebrow, skeptical. "And did he agree to that? I find it hard to believe Mitch would just go along with your request." Flynn nodded. "He said he would, and I believe him." Before he could continue, he noticed someone running toward them. Sally's face lit up. As the man reached them, Sally hugged him enthusiastically. Flynn looked away, feeling an unexpected need to give them privacy. "I'll leave you to it," he said, his voice tinged with disappointment. He couldn't help but feel a pang of regret that their conversation had been interrupted by this man—who, judging by Sally's reaction, was likely her boyfriend. The moment Sally pulled away from the hug, she looked at Jesse, smiling ear to ear. She was thrilled to see her old friend and former flatmate again. "So, when did you get back into town?" Sally asked curiously, avoiding any mention of his prison sentence. "Yesterday. It's good to be back." Jesse paused, then added, "Believe it or not, I didn't miss the drama, although I walked straight into some." The mention of drama made Sally raise an eyebrow. "Drama? What kind of drama?" Although she wasn't a fan of it, she wanted to ensure Jesse wasn't involved with the wrong crowd. "Hayley's brother Nick cheated on his girlfriend with her sister," Jesse explained. Sally's eyes widened in shock. She hadn't expected Nick and Kirsty to get back together, especially after their messy breakup. "Well, at least it doesn't involve you," Sally said, relieved. "Where are you staying?" She wanted to make sure he had a safe place to stay. "I was at Irene's, but it's so tense there now." Jesse frowned, remembering how much he hated tension—it was the worst part of prison. "I'm living alone at the moment. How about you come stay with me? Just like old times," Sally offered, hoping he would agree. She was tired of living alone and craved adult company. Jesse felt a weight lift off his shoulders. "That sounds perfect to me." Sally smiled as she linked arms with Jesse, and they continued to walk along the beach. Meanwhile, Jade was sitting on Dani's bed, refusing to go to her own room until Kirsty and all her things were gone. The two were talking when suddenly the door opened. "Dani, guess what." Brodie paused when she saw Jade sitting with Dani, tears streaming down her face. "What's going on? What happened?" Brodie looked from Dani to Jade, concerned. Clearly, something serious had occurred. "Tell us what you were going to say. I could use some good news right now," Jade admitted, noticing how happy Brodie seemed. She desperately needed a distraction from her own broken heart. "Mitch is back, and he asked me to give him another chance," Brodie said, smiling from ear to ear. Her happiness was contagious, and both Jade and Dani found themselves smiling too. "I'm guessing you said yes?" Dani asked, even though it was pretty obvious. "Of course I did," Brodie confirmed with a bright smile. "I'm glad. I haven't seen you as happy as you were with Mitch," Jade said, relieved that at least her foster sister's relationship was working out, even if hers wasn't. "That goes double for me," Dani added, as Brodie walked over and sat on her bed across from Dani's. "Enough about me. What's going on?" Brodie asked, looking at Jade with concern. Jade glanced at Dani for support, knowing she would break down if she had to say it again. "Nick cheated on Jade with Kirsty," Dani revealed. Brodie's face turned to shock, and she immediately rushed to Jade's other side, hugging her tightly. "I'm so sorry. You deserve better," Brodie said sincerely. Out of Kirsty and Jade, Jade had always treated her nicely, and she didn't deserve this betrayal. Dani looked at Jade and said, "Brodie's right. You do deserve better. One day you'll find a guy who will love you unconditionally, no matter what." Jade was thoughtful for a moment. "Like Brodie and Mitch?" "Yes, like me and Mitch. The right person will treat you like a princess," Brodie assured her. Mitch had always treated her well, and she wanted the same for Jade. "I hope so, but right now, I doubt it," Jade said, feeling deeply insecure. Brodie and Dani picked up on her distress and immediately hugged her from either side, offering their comfort and support. Meanwhile, Hayley was sitting at the pier when she heard loud footsteps approaching. When she saw it was Noah, she immediately turned around, her body tensing up, her expression turning annoyed. "I told you I needed space," Hayley spoke bitterly. She wasn't happy to see him. Noah's clinginess was why she ended things between them in the first place. "Tell me one thing, and then I'll give you that space," Noah replied bluntly but sternly. Hayley immediately placed her hands on her hips. "What do you want to know?" Hayley hoped that the sooner she answered Noah's question, the sooner he would leave her alone and give her the space she needed. "Did you break up with me for that guy?" Noah asked, needing to know if someone else had caused their breakup. He had seen them together a few times and couldn't shake the suspicion. Hayley raised her eyebrows in confusion. "Which guy?" she asked, crossing her arms as she waited for a response. "The one I saw you with on the beach, then in the diner," Noah clarified. Hayley immediately realized he was referring to Jesse. "Jesse? No, we are just friends. But the fact that you even have to ask shows that we aren't working. This is exactly why we need a break from each other," Hayley said with a mix of hurt and seriousness in her voice. She couldn't believe Noah thought she would do something like that. Before Noah could speak again, Hayley continued, "Even if we were, you and I are over, so it doesn't matter." She stood up and walked away from the pier before Noah could say anything else, leaving him standing there. As she walked away, Noah looked out to the ocean, tears streaming down his face.

Hi Everyone So not that I'm a fan of Neighbours but I love how over the past few years they have been doing tours where fans can go to hear cast past/present talk about the show and them getting to meet them as well. I love how they have done this in both Australia and the UK and I wish Home and Away would do one in Australia, UK and maybe Ireland. Would this be something anyone else would want to see? If so who would be your dream cast member to attend and how do we go about maybe reaching out to channel 7 to see if they would do it. Ps I know there celebtime meet the actor in aus but talking about different type of tour.