Iconic Neighbours wedding crowned the soap's greatest ever moment ahead of final episode
Here's what fans voted as the Australian soap's finest hour.
The end is nigh for our beloved Neighbours, and during that time there's been an abundance of iconic moments. In 2022, fans were quick to vote the legendary wedding of Scott (Jason Donovan) and Charlene Robinson (Kylie Minogue) as the best ever Ramsay Street moment of all time in our exclusive poll. A selection of iconic stories were compiled by RadioTimes.com, including the scene which saw Harold Bishop (Ian Smith) return from being lost at sea. Years later, he had a spiritual encounter with late wife Madge (Anne Charleston), while the plane crash that claimed the life of his son David also got a mention. Also on the list was canine Bouncer's dream sequence, Hendrix Greyson's (Ben Turland) beautiful proposal to Mackenzie Hargreaves (Georgie Stone) and that Fake Dee saga. But you had your say, and a huge 49 per cent of you voted for Scott and Charlene's nuptials as the crowning moment! In fact, every other nomination fell below the 10 per cent mark, other than the moment Susan Kennedy (Jackie Woodburne) confronted Karl (Alan Fletcher) over his affair, which took second place with 11 per cent. Scott and Charlene said their vows back in 1987 with two million viewers watching in Australia. In the UK, the episode aired over a year later, netting a massive audience of 20m people! So it's easy to see why the characters' magical moment earned the title in your eyes. Donovan, who reprised his role in what was then deemed the show's final ever episode in 2022, said at the time: "Thank you to all those who’ve voted Scott and Charlene’s wedding the greatest ever Neighbours moment!" Speaking further about being a part of the soap's legacy, he added: "What an honour to be part of an amazing cast of actors who’ve given so much to this show. "A massive thank you to the fans who've supported Neighbours over the years. Without you guys we could never have made television history and ultimately brought entertainment happiness throughout the decades." As the sun sets over Erinsborough once again, the megastars aren't making a comeback. However, a number of fan favourites are staging a return for the last instalment of the current era, which airs in less than two weeks. The show was axed for the third time in 40 years earlier in 2025, with current producers Amazon MGM Media deciding not to renew beyond its 460-episode commission. Filming concluded in July, with executive producer Jason Herbison saying at the time: “Neighbours is a special show and it's been a privilege to make the recent seasons for our loyal viewers around the world. We have added 460 episodes to our legacy of over 9,000 episodes, something we all feel proud of. "Once again, we will be resting the residents of Ramsay Street on a hopeful note, with some tantalising possibilities for a future chapter.” Read more: Neighbours finale week: Tragedy strikes as another 9 old faces return to say goodbye to Ramsay Street Neighbours spoilers reveal finale story as nine old characters return to Ramsay Street Neighbours wraps after 40 years - as boss drops hint of "hopeful" future Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks Neighbours star reveals whether they think axed soap can be saved again Neighbours is available to stream on Prime Video. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guideto find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours finale week: Tragedy strikes as another 9 old faces return to say goodbye to Ramsay Street
The last ever episode airs in three weeks.
The end of an era is fast approaching, as Neighbours' final ever episode hits our screens in just three weeks. It comes following the news that the show had been axed for the third time in 40 years, with current producers Amazon MGM Media deciding not to renew beyond their 460-episode commission. Filming concluded in July, with executive producer Jason Herbison saying at the time: “Neighbours is a special show and it's been a privilege to make the recent seasons for our loyal viewers around the world. We have added 460 episodes to our legacy of over 9,000 episodes, something we all feel proud of. "Once again, we will be resting the residents of Ramsay Street on a hopeful note, with some tantalising possibilities for a future chapter.” We now know that the street is set to be demolished to make way for a new freeway development, but the residents aren't giving up without a fight. As a campaign gets under way to save the Melbourne cul de sac, legacy character Shane Ramsay (Peter O'Brien) comes back to offer an alternative – everyone should move to a new development in the countryside. However, his old pal Paul Robinson (Stefan Dennis) has other ideas, and as new spoiler pictures show, he whisks his neighbours – past and present – off to the city for a look at another site. But what will the outcome be? Will Ramsay Street be saved, or will everyone choose to pack their bags and start afresh? The answer to that question remains to be seen, and with a whole host of other dramas reaching a head in the last four episodes, it won't be an easy decision to make. Firstly, the Linwell brothers make one final strike towards the Varga-Murphys by kidnapping young JJ (Riley Bryant), while Holly Hoyland (Lucinda Armstrong-Hall) rushes down Power Road and falls to the floor. Later, she has a tearful conversation with lover Andrew Rodwell (Lloyd Will) in hospital. What does this mean for their unborn child? Surprisingly, his wife Wendy (Candice Leask) is also by the bedside. Meanwhile, Krista Tanaka (Majella Davis) makes a shock announcement, which is followed by a big decision, and Paul throws some form of romantic ceremony for partner Terese Willis (Rebekah Elmaloglou) in their backyard. Romance is clearly in the air as Jane Harris (Annie Jones) contemplates her future with Clint Hendry (Jason Wilder), and in the final instalment, the Robinson/Ramsay feud is reignited between Paul and Shane. Alongside the previously announced returnees; Shane, Sam Kratz (Richard Grieve), Annalise Hartman (Kimberley Davies), Sue Parker (Kate Gorman), Mackenzie Hargreaves (Georgie Stone), Haz Devkar (Shiv Palekar), Lucas Fitzgerald (Scott Major), Levi Canning (Richie Morris) and Remi Varga-Murphy (Naomi Rukavina), another nine familiar faces are set to be around as the sun sets over Erinsborough for the final time. Here's a look at everyone else confirmed to be returning: Ramsay Street residents reunite as a further 9 returns are confirmed 1. Melanie Pearson (Lucinda Cowden) Without a doubt, Melanie is the name (and laugh) that everyone wants to see back. It was a crime that she ever went, really. Cowden first appeared during Neighbours' heyday in 1987, and is one of a few actors to have had episodes throughout every decade of the show. It's the moment everyone's been waiting for since she chuckled her way out in March, and now she's finally back, pictured alongside cast and crew in a special behind the scenes snap. 2. Nell Rebecchi (Ayisha Salem-Towner) It hasn't been too long since we last saw Nell – having departed alongside dad Toadie (Ryan Moloney) in September. She's seen joining in with Paul's recce to the city, but it's likely that she comes back to attend Paul and Terese's celebrations. 3. Jimmy Williams (Darcy Tadich) Jimmy's had somewhat of a growth spurt since he last treaded Australian soil. The grandson of Paul, he accompanies his family to Melbourne and like Nell, later joins in the party atmosphere. Darcy originally played Jimmy between 2015 and 2018, returning for guest appearances the following year and on New Year's Day 2020. 4 and 5. Aaron Brennan (Matt Wilson) and Rhett Norman (Liam Maguire) Aaron made a rather hasty departure in September, deciding to start a new life on the other side of the country so he could be closer to his sister, who has Huntington's disease. Pictures show him enjoying brekkie with the Harris-Stone clan, alongside another old face... Rhett! His circumstances were another reason for Aaron's move to Adelaide. They'd just made things official, when the mother of Rhett's daughter announced her plans to leave Melbourne. Could they be deciding to swap states in the show's final days? 6. Kiri Durant (Gemma Bird Matheson) Kiri was a regular during Neighbours' final months in 2022, moving off screen to Magnetic Island to live with her estranged dad Glen Donnelly (Richard Huggett). She enjoyed a brief romance with Nicolette Stone (Hannah Monson), and made a short return last year. Could they have a happy ending together? Matheson has continued contributing to the soap off-screen as a writer. 7. Ned Willis (Ben Hall) Ben Hall is another ex-cast member coming back, with his last appearance as Terese's former stepson Ned being in 2022. As a regular for six years, he has plenty of ties to the locals that will see him jump straight back into the action. 8. Byron Stone (Xavier Molyneux) Byron went to live with former housemates Mack and Haz in Paris in August. Molyneux had signed on the dotted line for the titular role in Amazon's new Viking drama Bloodaxe, but has made time out of his undoubtedly hectic schedule to wave off the show that kickstarted his career. Fans will notice he's now sporting an impressive beard as a result of his Nordic adventures... 9. Roxy Canning (Zima Anderson) Foxy Roxy is back! The fan favourite briefly came back for 12 episodes earlier in the year, and it wouldn't be right to say goodbye to Neighbours without her there. Wherever Roxy goes, trouble follows... and something tells us she won't be happy to see Ramsay Street under threat. Read more: Neighbours spoilers reveal finale story as nine old characters return to Ramsay Street Neighbours wraps after 40 years - as boss drops hint of "hopeful" future Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks Neighbours star reveals whether they think axed soap can be saved again Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours spoilers reveal finale story as nine old characters return to Ramsay Street
There's just 19 episodes of Neighbours left to air – meaning that our time with the residents of Ramsay Street is rapidly coming to an end. It was confirmed earlier in the year that the show would be wrapping up for a third time, with current producers Amazon MGM Media deciding not to renew beyond their 460 episode commission. Filming concluded in July, with Executive Producer Jason Herbison saying: “Neighbours is a special show and it's been a privilege to make the recent seasons for our loyal viewers around the world. We have added 460 episodes to our legacy of over 9000 episodes, something we all feel proud of. "Once again, we will be resting the residents of Ramsay Street on a hopeful note, with some tantalising possibilities for a future chapter.” However, the latest batch of spoiler images seem to show that there may no longer be a Ramsay Street for the show to be based on, should another broadcaster step in to save the day. Pictures from the episode airing on 1st December show Holly Hoyland (Lucinda Armstrong-Hall) having a heart-to-heart with dad Karl Kennedy (Alan Fletcher) and his wife Susan (Jackie Woodburne). What are they discussing? In the 3rd December episode, Shane Ramsay (Peter O'Brien) makes a grand return – and is stood in front of a huge 'Fight the Freeway' banner in The Waterhole. This has already been mentioned in recent episodes, but it seems it could soon have a far greater impact on the community than originally thought. In the following instalment, a number of old residents make their way back to Melbourne, and head out for a trip to the hills with Shane. Here's a look at everyone we know to be returning, with more to be confirmed, and what we know about their comebacks. 9 old faces return to Neighbours for the penultimate week 1. Shane Ramsay (Peter O'Brien) Original character Shane, who was last seen in March, can be spotted having a conversation with son Max (Ben Jackson) and Karl in the pub. To their right, Jane Harris (Annie Jones) is browsing through a brochure. Max doesn't look particularly pleased, and later, joins Karl and Nicolette Stone (Hannah Monson) in putting more 'Fight the Freeway' banners on the cul de sac. 2. Sam Kratz (Richard Grieve) Nineties favourite Sam was last seen in August, having reconciled with his wife Annalise Hartman (Kimberley Davies). In the new snaps he's seen chatting with Shane, Karl, Susan and Max in the Kennedy kitchen. After a few smiles, the group's mood soon changes when they get down to business. Is he the one behind the redevelopment? 3. Annalise Hartman (Kimberley Davies) Annalise seems to be accompanying her husband, as a picture from the previous week of episodes shows her leading a residents meeting alongside Sam. Whatever news they break causes Susan to break down in Karl's arms. And it seems the two aren't given a welcome reception by another old face... 4. Sue Parker (Kate Gorman) Eighties high school bully Sue has been back for several guest stints, most recently during a meeting where she openly opposed the freeway build. However, after discovering she'd be quids in from the sale of her home, she seemed more on board. Could she have a change of heart after seeing the impact it will have on everyone? 5. Mackenzie Hargreaves (Georgie Stone) Trans rights trailblazer Georgie Stone is reprising her Mackenzie role for one final time, having departed last year for a new life in France with her husband Haz Devkar (Shiv Palekar). Mack can be seen accompanying a number of residents on a trip to the countryside, which seems to be organised by Shane. 6. Haz Devkar (Shiv Palekar) Haz is back too – cosied up with Mackenzie on their chilly trip away from the suburbs. They seem in good spirits, while the Varga-Murphys and Kennedys don't look as enthusiastic. In fact, Susan soon storms away from the group in frustration. Jane can be seen holding a brochure again, could it be that Shane is proposing to build an alternative housing development? 7. Lucas Fitzgerald (Scott Major) Former garage owner Lucas hasn't been a regular character since 2013, but has continued to make guest appearances during the last decade. This has been facilitated by Major's work behind the scenes as a director, allowing him to pop back in from time to time to check on his business in Power Road. After selling up to Max, it seemed we'd never see him again. However, donning his infamous biker jacket, Lucas joins everyone on Shane's recce. 8. Levi Canning (Richie Morris) Blink and you'll miss him, Levi Canning is hiding behind Max in one of the location shots. It's been over three years since we last saw him, in what was then deemed the 'final' ever episode. He confessed his love to Freya Wozniak (Phoebe Roberts), and as explained when the show returned the next year, later moved to her childhood home of Echuca. Why he's decided to support Ramsay Street in its hour of need remains to be seen – as he has no family ties to the destination anymore. 9. Remi Varga-Murphy (Naomi Rukavina) Remi has had a particularly eventful year, having been diagnosed with amnesia and forgetting her wife Cara (Sara West), to being targeted by old foes the Linwell Brothers. In a move to facilitate actress Naomi's maternity leave, Remi left for a break in Apollo Bay, still struggling to remember her married life. Now she's back, it seems like the Linwells deal one final blow to the family, as a photo on Amazon Prime from the finale week shows son JJ (Riley Bryant) tied up. Will she ever remember her old life, and will JJ be ok? Read more: Neighbours wraps after 40 years - as boss drops hint of "hopeful" future Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks Neighbours star reveals whether they think axed soap can be saved again Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours wraps after 40 years - as boss drops hint of "hopeful" future
Iconic Aussie soap Neighbours has officially wrapped on filming for the final time. The show will end officially on screens in December 2025 and today, Friday 11th July, the cast have filmed their final scenes on Ramsay Street (Nunawading studios). Amazon had previously saved the soap in 2022, with it returning the following year, but sadly the deal has now come to an end. Executive Producer, Jason Herbison, said: “Neighbours is a special show and it's been a privilege to make the recent seasons for our loyal viewers around the world. We have added 460 episodes to our legacy of over 9000 episodes, something we all feel proud of. "Once again, we will be resting the residents of Ramsay Street on a hopeful note, with some tantalising possibilities for a future chapter.” The iconic cast have been sharing their memories of the soap which recently turned 40, with Stefan Dennis saying: "I never thought a single show would give me the greatest adventures of my career, spanning 40 years. Without Neighbours I would not have meet the people, been to the places and lived the experiences of a lifetime. Thank you all." Alan Fletcher added: "Neighbours has been my happy place for over 30 years. I will always treasure the creative freedom and enthusiasm amongst the whole team that has allowed us to produce a brilliant show for so long." Susan Kennedy star Jackie Woodburne continued: "It’s impossible to measure the gratitude I feel for the gift of 30 years on Neighbours. To do so I would have to calculate the number of extraordinary cast and crew I have been privileged to work with, count the number of laughs I have shared with them, measure the pride I feel for the diverse, dramatic (and sometimes outrageous!) storytelling we have all been a part of. "We are the best version of ‘family’. It has been a wild ride into a happy life. Wouldn’t change it for quids!" Read more: Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks Neighbours star reveals whether they think axed soap can be saved again Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours fan-favourite in surprising recast ahead of final ever episodes this year
Neighbours has recast a classic character ahead of its 40th anniversary, which also marks the end of the Australian soap. Earlier this year, Amazon Freevee confirmed that the soap would be "resting" as of December 2025 but there would be some exciting things in store for the anniversary special – and they have delivered! In a post shared on Instagram, Neighbours shared that Paul Robinson's daughter Elle is returning to Ramsay Street, 16 years after she exited the soap. But the role will not be reprised by Pippa Black, who had cameo appearances in 2019 and 2022. Instead, Elise Jansen will step into the role. Elle Robinson first made her Ramsay Street debut back in 2005 and has been known to cause chaos while in Erinsborough, including faking a terminal illness. "Elle Robinson returns!" Neighbours' shared on Instagram. "Now played by Elise Jansen, Paul's daughter will soon be arriving on Ramsay Street, but what's brought her back after all this time? Elle's dramatic storyline is set to take us right up to our nail biting finale," the caption reads. Not much is known about how Neighbours will bow out at the end of the year, but show boss Jason Herbison has promised a hopeful conclusion. "I am ending it in a way that sets up future chapters," Herbison told <a href="https://www.theage.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/why-the-end-of-neighbours-is-bad-news-for-australian-tv-and-viewers-20250702-p5mbvx.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-vars-ga-outbound-link="https://www.theage.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/why-the-end-of-neighbours-is-bad-news-for-australian-tv-and-viewers-20250702-p5mbvx.html" data-vars-ga-ux-element="Hyperlink" data-vars-ga-call-to-action="The Age" data-node-id="21.3.0">The Age. "It'll be very hopeful and optimistic, but it will be different [from] last time. Most importantly, it absolutely leaves the door open for a few different ways the show could come back in the future." Herbison previously teased that the final episode will be "a little bit different". "I certainly wouldn't want to repeat myself – that was a great finale, I loved writing that episode," Herbison told 10 News First. "It was incredible that everyone came back for it. I don't know, I think this time around it would be a little bit of a different tone. "But just as we said before, we were resting the show, we do see Neighbours as eternal. Who knows about the future? So I think whatever ending, it will be a door left open kind of ending again." Read more: Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks Neighbours star reveals whether they think axed soap can be saved again Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours' Rebekah Elmaloglou on 40th anniversary "mayhem" and how she wants Terese's story to end
The star speaks exclusively to Johnathon Hughes about the bittersweet celebrations for the Aussie soap.
Celebrations for Neighbours’ 40th anniversary risked being somewhat marred by news of the Australian soap being axed – again. Last month, Amazon announced it would not be renewing the show it saved from the grave in 2022 when 5 pulled the plug. The Amazon era means Neighbours has at least lived to see its ruby jubilee before it ends in December, but with storylines planned months in advance, before the imminent axing, the soap had already lined up a spectacular week of drama to mark the milestone for fans to enjoy including a fire, a wedding, and the bombshell that original character Paul Robinson had fathered yet another secret love child, jeopardising his relationship with soul mate Terese Willis… "That pesky baby!" laughs Rebekah Elmaloglou, aka Terese, speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com about all things Erinsborough. "Paul’s ex Chelsea shows up with this child almost a year after she left town, which causes absolute mayhem. Is Terese threatened? Absolutely. She doesn’t like Chelsea one bit." As soap tradition dictates, there is a question mark over the baby boy’s paternity. During her relationship with Paul, gold-digging minx Chelsea seduced computer nerd Jeffrey Swain behind her lover’s back to shut down a blackmail plot her over her secret scheming. Eventually, a DNA test confirms Paul is the daddy, which Elmaloglou reveals makes Terese even more uptight and angry than usual (if that’s possible). "It’s a crazy situation. Terese gets very territorial as Chelsea causes havoc for her and Paul. Chelsea wheedles her way back into Paul’s life by using the baby, Terese can see straight through that woman!" It’s the latest of numerous bumps in the road for Erinsborough power couple Terese and Paul, who have been on and off pretty much since Elmaloglou’s alter ego arrived in 2013. Terese came in as part of a new branch of the beloved Willis clan, whose history on Ramsay Street dates back to the early 1990s. Even though Terese was married to Brad, there was always a spark with co-worker Paul as they butted heads over the running of the iconic Lassiter's Hotel. The couple’s mutual attraction led to a roller coaster romance which was recently revived, although who knows how long for. Ball-breaking business boss Terese has become a firm fan favourite, with Elmaloglou’s powerhouse performance guiding the character through heartbreak, grief, cancer and alcoholism, always ensuring she emerges from each setback even tougher. The actress was already a familiar face to soap fans when she was cast, having got her big break as troubled teen Sophie Simpson on rival drama Home and Away back in 1990 at the age of 15. Even before that, Elmaloglou had notched up an impressive raft of credits as a child actor in Australian film and TV, including an appearance in 1985 blockbuster Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome alongside Mel Gibson and Tina Turner. "When I went into Home and Away a lot of the kids were very green, it was their first big job," she recalls. "Although I’d been acting throughout my childhood working on soaps is very different. "It’s a unique way of acting and actually quite difficult. You need a fine balance between drama and comedy and everything in between, and have to be able to flip constantly and make it realistic and relatable. It’s like jumping on a treadmill that’s on 12 and you have to keep running! "At first it’s quite scary but you get used to it. I love it and much prefer the pace and switching quickly between drama and the comedic. You have the opportunity to go big a lot of the time. "I remember the older Home and Away cast really took me under their wing, especially Emily Symons (Marilyn Chambers), who my very first scene was with, and Ray Meagher (Alf Stewart), who is such a consummate professional. "I also learnt a lot from Terence Donovan, who played Sophie’s dad, even then he was a big name veteran Australian actor. He was amazing, years later we worked together on Neighbours where he was Terese’s father-in-law, Doug Willis. Terry is Jason Donovan’s dad, and Jason’s daughter Jemma was also in Neighbours (as Harlow Robinson). I have a strong connection to the Donovans!" As the aforementioned Jason can attest to, soap brings an intense level of stardom some struggle with, but Elmaloglou admits to being at ease at the attention from the public which has been part of her life from an early age. "In Australia I probably get recognised more for my Kellogg's sultana bran commercials I did when I was a kid than I do for Neighbours! That’s also partly because Australia doesn’t embrace the show as much as it used to. Sometimes I feel we don’t get the recognition we deserve from the Australian media, which is disappointing. So when we come to the UK it’s great because the fans are amazing." Along with other members of the cast, past and present, Elmaloglou felt the love from Neighbours’ devoted British fans first-hand during last month’s 40th-anniversary tour. The live show, in which the cast were interviewed live on stage and shared memories of their Ramsay Street experience, was a huge hit and cemented the special relationship between Neighbours and its UK audience as it reaches the big four-oh. Unfortunately, Elmaloglou came down to earth with a bump as she received the news the show was being axed just hours after her plane landed Down Under after the tour. "It’s just so sad and disappointing for the UK fans. After the success of the tour, which was so special, the decision really doesn’t make sense. To be honest, I don’t really know the ins and outs or understanding behind it. We’re dealing with a large corporation, it’s business, it’s money." Neighbours has previously swerved the axe: it was picked up by Australia’s Channel 10 when original network Seven dropped it after its first year in 1985. When the BBC stopped showing it in 2008 after over 20 years, the loyal UK fan base fretted they’d be denied their daily dose of Oz drama, until Channel 5 stepped in and gave it a home until 2022. Fan power saved it before; whether it can do it again remains to be seen. The show will remain on Prime Video until the end of 2025, so there’s still a way to go – and Elmaloglou is hoping this means yet more trauma for Terese. "I love her," she smiles. "She is such a lot of fun with so many different angles and things going on, it’s been constantly fun. I wouldn’t have stayed this long if the writers didn’t love creating stories for her. I feel blessed with this character." If this really is the end of the line (or should that be cul-de-sac?), Elmaloglou is already thinking about life after Neighbours. With her half-British heritage on her mother’s side (Dame Judi Dench is actually her cousin, would you believe), she is eyeing up possible work on these shores… "Personally, for myself and my family, I’ve got to move forward. Last time I had to sell my house in Melbourne where Neighbours is filmed, move to a different state and we all had to get on with her lives, as we do now. I’m actually in the process of getting a UK agent." And what about tough cookie Terese, has the star thought about her swan song? "As you can imagine, we’re all coming up with fabulous ideas for our characters to be the main storyline of the next finale! I’d definitely like to see Terese and Paul in a really good place. "The producers are sitting on it at the moment, I’m not sure if they’ve even properly planned anything yet, but there are some full-on amazing suggestions being thrown around. "It’s heartbreaking to think it’s ending, but whatever happens, Neighbours will always be remembered as iconic!" Read more: Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks Neighbours spoilers reveal Anne Charleston return - but there's a twist Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours legend Stefan Dennis says 40th "means nothing now" after cancellation
"It’s really made the 40th anniversary a bit wishy-washy now."
It's a strange time for Neighbours fans, as while the soap is marking its momentous 40th anniversary this year, it was also recently announced that it has been cancelled, with the current run coming to an end at the end of 2025. It seems it's also a strange time for the show's stars, as Stefan Dennis, who has played Paul Robinson on and off since the very first episode, has given his own thoughts when speaking with TV Tonight. "It’s really made the 40th anniversary a bit wishy-washy now," Dennis said of the cancellation. "It’s a bit of a shame, because it’s an incredible accolade for an Australian show to say they’ve been going for 40 years other than other than news and current affairs. "But unfortunately, that’s now being completely and utterly overshadowed by the fact that the show is now on its way out. So the 40th anniversary means nothing now. It’s a bit of a shame." Dennis also spoke about his bumpy ride with the soap since its beginning, saying: "I’ve actually left the show five times. "I left the show when it was axed from Channel Seven in 1985, I left my own volition in 1992 when I was going to go out and sow my wild seeds, I came back in 2004." He continued: "So this is five times that I’ve actually left the show. But it’s three times that this show has actually been axed which has created yet another piece of history. It’s the only show in the world, as an ongoing serial, that’s been axed three times." Read more: Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks Neighbours spoilers reveal Anne Charleston return - but there's a twist Executive producer Jason Herbison recently revealed the reason for the cancellation, explaining it was because Amazon Freevee was shut down by Prime Video. Meanwhile, Terese Willis star Rebekah Elmaloglou told RadioTimes.com exclusively that she was "grateful" for the extra two years the show got after its 2022 cancellation. "But there is another side of me thinking we’ll definitely never get picked up again now," she explained. "Last time, there were whispers going around about the Amazon deal. This time round it feels a little bit more real." Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours boss explains why Amazon cancelled beloved soap after two and a half years
The show boss still remains grateful to Amazon for the opportunity to revive the soap.
It came as a shock to fans worldwide when Amazon announced Neighbours would be coming to yet another end, just two years after it was revived by the streamer. The soap was first cancelled by Channel 5, before being revived by Amazon Freevee and in December 2025, the soap will be "resting", with it not wholly clear as to why the decision was made. Now, Neighbours boss Jason Herbison has revealed why the soap was axed, despite its strong ratings and the show's first ever Daytime Emmy nomination. "We were considered a very big success on Amazon Freevee, and we're so grateful to them for this chapter and this two and a half years," Herbison told TV Tonight. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2022/11/GROUP-4-Alan-Fletcher-Stefan-Dennis-Jackie-Woodburne-Ryan-Moloney-April-Rose-Pengilly-1739bee.jpg" width="6720" height="4480" alt="Alan Fletcher, Stefan Dennis, Jackie Woodburne, Ryan Moloney, Annie Jones for Neighbours looking into camera" title="Alan Fletcher, Stefan Dennis, Jackie Woodburne, Ryan Moloney, Annie Jones for Neighbours (FREMANTLE)" /> "The team at Amazon Freevee did an incredible job of launching us over there. I think we were on bus stops all across the UK, it was amazing and they have been wonderful to work with." Towards the end of last year, Amazon Freevee was shut down and Herbison noted that the closure of the ad-supported streamer "did change the landscape" as the soap was "just not simply part of their [Prime Video] content strategy going forward". "And there's really no hard feelings with that," he told the publication. "Things change and as I say, we’re just very grateful to them to have had this chapter." Read more: Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks EastEnders airs tragic death as icon leaves soap after 40 years The show's ending will mark its 40th anniversary, with Herbison teasing that the final episode will be "a little bit different". "I certainly wouldn't want to repeat myself – that was a great finale, I loved writing that episode," Herbison told 10 News First. "It was incredible that everyone came back for it. I don't know, I think this time around it would be a little bit of a different tone. "But just as we said before, we were resting the show, we do see Neighbours as eternal. Who knows about the future? So I think whatever ending, it will be a door left open kind of ending again." Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours star reveals whether they think axed soap can be saved again
Rebekah Elmaloglou shares her feelings on the end of Erinsborough.
The news that Neighbours is being axed for a second time in three years is sinking in not just for fans of the Australian soap but for the cast as well. When Channel 5 cancelled the iconic show in 2022, a wave of audience support convinced Amazon to revive it within a matter of months. Two years later and the streamer has unexpectedly pulled the plug, but can fan power save the residents of Ramsay Street again? “The fact we were given those extra two years is amazing and I’m grateful for that,” says Rebekah Elmaloglou, aka Terese Willis, speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com. "But there is another side of me thinking we’ll definitely never get picked up again now. Last time, there were whispers going around about the Amazon deal. This time round it feels a little bit more real." Elmaloglou reveals the news was broken to her over the phone just hours after touching down, following the cast’s trip to the UK for Neighbours' recent 40th anniversary tour. "I’d landed at about two in the morning, had a couple of hours sleep then woke up to lots of text messages and phone calls from the team wanting to speak to me ASAP, as the story had been leaked to the press. "The producers were actually waiting to meet with the cast and crew once we got back from the UK to tell us all,” she explains. "Unfortunately, the news got out and they had to gather everyone in the studio as soon as they arrived at 7.30am before they heard it through the grapevine. That happened last time, which is pretty poor form and disappointing. But it’s not so much about how we found out, it’s just a shame Neighbours has been cancelled again." Amazon’s initial two-year deal expired at the end of 2024, but instead of a long-term renewal, the production was given a three month extension, meaning filming would continue until July while, presumably, negotiations were being discussed – which ultimately led to the announcement Neighbours would be ‘resting’ after the last episodes air in December. Although admitting she had an inkling of uncertainty, Elmaloglou acknowledges the axe has fallen more swiftly than anyone expected, and the cast and crew are still processing the development. “I had my feelings and my doubts but honestly thought we might get a little longer,” she admits. “Maybe another year would have been nice. I was of the understanding the show had been doing well but I don’t really know the ins and outs. "They’ve made their decision, it’s business, but it’s really disappointing, especially for our UK fans. After the success of the anniversary tour, it doesn’t make sense. I’ve seen a lot of support, I know the fans are doing petitions, which is so appreciated. It worked last time, maybe it will again?” Look out for the full exclusive interview with Elmaloglou on RadioTimes.com as part of Neighbours’ 40th anniversary on 18th March. Read more: Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks EastEnders airs tragic death as icon leaves soap after 40 years Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours spoilers reveal Anne Charleston return - but there's a twist
Neighbours has teased the return of a show legend, as former star Anne Charleston makes her return for the 40th anniversary of the Australian soap. Having played Madge Bishop, beloved wife of Harold (Ian Smith), from 1986 to 2001, Charleston made cameo appearances after the character's death, right up until 2022. So, is Madge set to appear as another vision to Harold? Not this time! Charleston is in fact playing brand new Neighbours character Agnes Adair. When Nell Rebecchi (Ayisha Salem-Towner) puts on an art exhibition called 'The Story of Erinsborough', Agnes takes an interest in the teen's impressive work. Agnes is drawn to an image of Madge, and JJ Varga-Murphy (Riley Bryant) notices that the pair bear a striking resemblance to each other! JJ fills Nell in, and the youngsters later take a picture of Agnes. But just who is this woman, and could she be related to the late Madge? We can't help wondering if Neighbours is unveiling another secret long-lost twin saga, years after Dee Bliss discovered she had an identical twin sister. But as yet, no more information has been released, so we'll just have to wait and see what's really going on concerning Agnes! View oEmbed on the source website A new trailer, though, reveals Harold's confusion as he comes face-to-face with someone who looks exactly like his late wife. Charleston's comeback comes as her long-term co-star Smith prepares to step down from his iconic role, but how will Harold respond to meeting Agnes? Read more: Neighbours confirmed to end in December 2025 as soap cancelled after two years of Amazon revival Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks EastEnders airs tragic death as icon leaves soap after 40 years Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Selling Sunset's Chrishell Stause hopes Neighbours has a "dramatic return" despite cancellation
"One thing I've learned from soaps is you're never really dead."
Selling Sunset's Chrishell Staus is hoping for another return to Ramsay Street, despite Neighbours' shock cancellation just last week. It was confirmed that the Australian soap would be "resting" from December 2025 after being revived just two years ago by Amazon Freevee. As actors and fans have shared their reactions to the news, former star Chrishell has given her opinion that the show will return one way or another. "Spending a month with you guys showed me what a beautiful community you have built," the actress wrote on Instagram Stories. "It was an honour to be embraced by the kindest Aussies I've met in front and behind the camera." She continued: "One thing I've learned from soaps is you're never really dead. I will await and cheer for your dramatic return from the afterlife. I've come back from the dead TWICE. Wishing Neighbours the same dramatic return!" The soap's reboot began airing in September 2023, but Amazon MGM Studios have confirmed it will not be moving forward with additional episodes after the end of this year, which marks the soap's 40th anniversary. Jason Herbison, Neighbours Executive Producer said in a statement posted to the soap's social media pages: "Audiences all around the world have loved and embraced Neighbours for four decades and we are very proud of the huge success over the last two years including often appearing as one of the Top 10 titles in the UK and the show’s first ever Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Daytime Series in 2024. "As this chapter closes, we appreciate and thank Amazon MGM Studios for all that they have done for Neighbours – bringing this iconic and much-loved series to new audiences globally. "We value how much the fans love Neighbours and we believe there are more stories of the residents of Ramsay Street to tell in the future." Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours confirmed to end in December 2025 as soap cancelled after two years of Amazon revival
It looks like we'll be saying goodbye to Ramsay Street once more – at least, for now.
Three years after it was announced that Neighbours was being cancelled, and just over two years after the show was revived, it has been announced that the soap will be "resting" from December 2025. The soap has had a tumultuous history in recent years, with it first being cancelled by Channel 5, before being revived by Amazon Freevee just months after a climactic finale aired. The reboot started airing in September 2023, but it has now been confirmed that Amazon MGM Studios will not be moving forward with further episodes after the end of this year, which marks the show's 40th anniversary. Jason Herbison, Neighbours Executive Producer said in a statement posted to the soap's social media pages: "Audiences all around the world have loved and embraced Neighbours for four decades and we are very proud of the huge success over the last two years including often appearing as one of the Top 10 titles in the UK and the show’s first ever Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Daytime Series in 2024. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2024/03/neighbours-paul-terese-toadie-a2ee399.jpg" width="3242" height="2160" alt="Terese sits in the middle of Paul and Toadie. She has her head down and is crying. Paul is on the left also sitting which his arm around her. Toadie is stood on the right with his arm on her shoulder. They are consoling her." title="Neighbours' Paul, Terese and Toadie (AMAZON)" /> "As this chapter closes, we appreciate and thank Amazon MGM Studios for all that they have done for Neighbours – bringing this iconic and much-loved series to new audiences globally. "We value how much the fans love Neighbours and we believe there are more stories of the residents of Ramsay Street to tell in the future." In a statement, Amazon MGM Studios said it was "proud" to have played "a small part" in Neighbours history, noting that "40 years is an incredible milestone". The company hasn't revealed a reason for the cancellation. Read more: Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks EastEnders airs tragic death as icon leaves soap after 40 years The show's first finale, which aired back in 2022, saw returns for iconic stars from the show's past, including Margot Robbie, Guy Pearce, Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan. We don't yet know how this iteration of the show will leave off at the end of 2025, but we do know that the 40th anniversary celebrations will see returning stars back in Erinsborough. Meanwhile, Harold Bishop star Ian Smith will soon be seen exiting his role on the soap, after the actor was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours star teases Terese and Paul's future and 40th anniversary cast comebacks
Rebekah Elmaloglou is in the UK for the soap's 40th anniversary tour.
They may have only just got back together, but iconic Neighbours couple Terese Willis and Paul Robinson are already facing a threat to the future of their reignited romance. Terese’s protective stepdaughter Nell Rebecchi is suspicious of slippery Paul and accuses him of having an affair in scenes released this week. It transpires she’s got the wrong end of the stick, but Terese realises the teenager is a long way from accepting the revived relationship. Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com, Australian soap favourite Rebekah Elmaloglou, who plays Terese, explained Nell’s attitude: "Nell has such a traumatic history and a lot of abandonment issues after losing her mum. She does not trust Paul and makes that very clear. Her and Terese definitely butt heads." Asked what Terese would do if she was forced to choose between her lover and her stepchild, Elmaloglou replied: "That’s a very interesting question! "I think she is a woman of her word and would protect Nell at all costs, she takes her stepmother duties and responsibilities very seriously, even though her and Nell’s dad Toadie have split up. "As for whether Terese and Paul are for keeps this time, who knows? I am thrilled to be back working with Stefan Dennis. I missed him! "It would be a real shame to split them up now. Of course there’ll be roadblocks ahead, it wouldn’t be Neighbours if there wasn’t, but to what degree I don’t know…" Neighbours celebrates its 40th anniversary next month, ahead of which some old faces return in the coming weeks, including Zima Anderson, AKA Terese’s niece Roxy Canning. "Roxy is a little dynamite, her and Zima are a breath of fresh air to have around," Elmaloglou explained. "When the character returns, she does a few naughty little things, and Terese gets very disappointed in her. But Roxy’s always up to no good!" Elmaloglou is in the UK for Neighbours’ 40th Anniversary Tour, joining past and present cast members – Lucinda Cowden (Melanie Pearson), Tim Kano (Leo Tanaka), Majella Davis (Krista Sinclair), Kym Valentine (Libby Kennedy) and Dan Paris (Drew Kirk) – for a celebration of all things Ramsay Street and a trip down memory lane. "It’s like a chat show live on stage," explains the star. "Lots of conversation about the characters, past storylines, videos including old footage and some fun bloopers! There also might be a little song and dance… "We’re having so much fun. Lucinda, Tim, Majella and I are close friends, I’ve known Kym on and off since we were kids when she was originally in Neighbours and I did Home and Away. I’d never met Dan before but he is lovely. "We get such a great reception in the UK, everyone appreciates the show more than they do in Australia. I warn you now, Kym, Lucinda and I are the loudest three women ever, so no one else might get a word in!" Neighbours: The 40th Anniversary Tour runs until 18th February, with full details available now. Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours announces returnees ahead of 40th anniversary
But what brings them back to Ramsay Street?
As Neighbours gears up to celebrate its 40th anniversary, the soap is welcoming back some much-loved cast members for the landmark episode. The official Neighbours social media account confirmed that Shane Ramsay (Peter O'Brien) would be making a return to check in on his son Max. But that isn't all. Roxy Willis/Canning will also be returning, but details of why she has come back to Ramsay Street remain under wraps. View oEmbed on the source website Back in 2022, actress Zima Anderson left her role of Roxy as the character departed for a fresh start with her husband Kyle Canning. Speaking of her exit at the time, Anderson told Digital Spy: "I had done my three years. On Neighbours, you mainly sign up for three years. I'd promised myself that after three years, I would challenge myself. "You get so comfortable. Neighbours is the best school you could ever go to for acting. You never get an experience like that anywhere. I learned so much, I laughed so much and I'd grown so much as a human, so I felt that I needed to challenge myself in another direction. I felt like it worked out as perfect timing. "It was so hard to leave a place like that, because Neighbours is so incredible and fantastic. I love Roxy and she'll always be with me, but it was a choice to go and learn somewhere else, because I'd learned so much already." Shane Ramsay returned to Erinsborough with Max back in November last year, in a bid to escape a "dangerous situation". "Shane wants to help Max get on his feet," O'Brien told TV Week upon his return. "And to get him away from bad influences." Now Shane is back once more to check in on Max, but will drama follow? Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours 2025 preview: 12 spoilers for the year ahead
Exclusive teasers from the soap’s big boss…
It’s been a game-changing year in Erinsborough with emotional exits, surprise returns and scandalous secrets aplenty. 2025 looks set to be even bigger as Neighbours celebrates its 40th anniversary with the new season starting on 6th January and RadioTimes.com has an exclusive peek of the sensational storylines in store, courtesy of the soap’s executive producer Jason Herbison. Read on for our fantastic storyline preview for what's ahead in Neighbours. Neighbours 2025 spoiler preview Pregnant Chelsea’s shock return “Our 2024 season finale included a brief flash of Chelsea Murphy, Cara’s sister and Paul’s old flame. It’s not clear why she’s back in Melbourne or whether she even intends to approach Paul and Terese. She’s been at large for almost nine months and there are reasons why she hasn’t come forward with her pregnancy sooner. All I can say is – expect the unexpected!” Crash carnage aftermath “Sadie, Max and Seb were involved in an accident in the finale cliffhanger which has implications for everyone in the new year. There is a question over the target – was it Seb or Max? Both young men are dealing with demons from their pre-Erinsborough lives and this will bring plenty of drama in the weeks to come, especially as we approach the 40th anniversary in March. Talking of which...” Max’s mysterious past “We know Max came to town because he was running away from something his dad Shane was desperate to get him away from. In 2025 Max’s past will catch up with him in an explosive way. It will bring trouble to someone very close to him – and relax, it’s not poor old Holly this time, who’s got enough going on elsewhere!” Harold’s emotional farewell “Harold’s exit as we head towards spring is extremely emotional for the residents of Erinsborough, just as it was for all of us behind-the-scenes. We had quite a long storyline planned which we sadly had to truncate, due to Ian Smith’s declining health. However, it was gorgeous to see Ian and Anne Charleston back on screen together, though we’re not revealing the details of who Anne will play. I’m sure there won’t be a dry eye in the house when the episodes go to air.” Yaz’s deadly revenge on Holly “Yaz is deeply conflicted about Holly and her role in her brother Heath’s death. Since coming to Erinsborough, Yaz has seen trouble seems to follow Holly around – can she really be so innocent? There are many unanswered questions and she just wants to know the truth. Everything builds to the Erinsborough Lights Up event in early January which I think is one of the best episodes we’ve ever done. As for Holly’s future, she has found herself in one calamity after the next but it’s all building to something big down the track.” Meet Remi’s brother “One of our new characters for 2025 is Taye, played by Lakota Johnson, Remi’s younger half-brother on her father’s side. There is a significant age difference and they’ve grown up somewhat estranged. The reasons for the estrangement will be explored and lead to a new understanding. As a side note, Lakota actually auditioned for a different role. We were so impressed we created the role of Taye just for him! He has a great energy and we’re having lots of fun with the character.” Rodwells return to big drama “The Rodwells have been absent for a little while but Andrew will be back very soon in the new year, followed by Wendy a short time after that. I can confirm 2025 will be a very big year for this family – in fact it’s their biggest year yet on the show…” Krista’s long-lost family “Krista has a complicated family tree, spanning many countries. Fallon Morrell, played by Kate Connick, is her younger sister from her mother’s side, though she was raised in the US with her American father. Fallon isn’t from money like Krista or Reece, and she’s had a very different upbringing to her Sinclair siblings. They are very different people. Fallon’s arrival spells trouble for many residents of Erinsborough!” Seb wrecks Krista and Leo’s wedding? “Krista and Leo love each other, however there are issues they need to work through. Seb is the catalyst for these issues coming to light but not entirely the cause. Krista feels responsible for the path Seb has taken, having first introduced him to drugs. She’s on an eternal mission to get him back on the straight and narrow, causing conflict with Leo. We are certainly steaming towards a wedding for Leo and Krista, but will they get their happy ever after?” Kennedy crisis – and comebacks “The Kennedys are always central to the action in Ramsay Street. Karl and Susan will be back in the thick of storylines in early March, in time for the 40th anniversary. We have a huge storyline launching that week for them and it will continue to have repercussions for many months to come. They will be joined by a family member from the past – someone who we have wanted to bring back for some time…” New romance “After some heartbreak in 2024, Jane has a new romance coming up which has been one of my favourite storylines in recent times. We love it when Jane is out of her comfort zone which creates a lot of opportunities, and Annie Jones does a wonderful job of playing this. Widowed Aaron will also be back in the love game very soon, there might even be more than one romantic interest on the horizon for him!” 40th anniversary celebrations “Our 40th anniversary in March will be a celebration of everything our viewers love about Neighbours. There are elements of nostalgia but it’s more about looking forward than looking back. We always want to honour the heritage of the show, but recognise we need to keep evolving. Expect big stories, big twists, new regular characters as well as returning guest favourites, including some who have not been back since their original stints. 2025 is going to be an epic year!” Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours' Harold Bishop exiting after Ian Smith, 86, diagnosed with terminal cancer
Smith has already filmed his final scenes.
Neighbours star Ian Smith will be exiting his role as Harold Bishop following the actor being diagnosed with terminal cancer. Smith, 86, received a pulmonary pleomorphic carcinoma diagnosis earlier this year and has undergone three rounds of chemotherapy. "I found out a few months back that I have cancer," he told 10 News First. "I have a very aggressive, non-fixable cancer, and they expect me to die." View oEmbed on the source website He continued: "I want to stay alive with quality as long as I can. If they can do that, I'm very happy. But I wake up every morning hoping there's no pain because I know that's the beginning of the bad part." Due to his diagnosis, Smith has left his role in Neighbours and has already filmed his final scenes for the Australian soap. Neighbours shared the news of Smith's departure on its Instagram page, beginning: "Harold waves goodbye to Ramsay Street." The statement continues: "We're sharing the sad news that Ian Smith will soon be stepping away from the beloved role of Harold Bishop. "Ian first played Harold in 1987 and it's been a huge privilege to welcome him back to the show over the years, most recently in the current season." Anne Charleston will be reprising her role as Madge Bishop and will join Smith in some of his final scenes. "In what context Anne will appear is yet to be revealed, but to have the iconic couple reunited will be one final treat for fans," the statement continued. "Erinsborough won't quite be the same again, but rest assured that Harold is set to have a send-off fit for Ramsay Street royalty." Read more: Neighbours airs Toadie's emotional exit - as fan favourites left in danger Neighbours' Lucinda Cowden confirms Melanie Pearson axed from soap in "a bitter old pill to swallow" Executive producer Jason Herbison said of the news: "The way the residents of Ramsay Street feel about Harold is how we feel about Ian - we couldn't love him more than we do. "Despite the challenges he was facing with his health, he wanted to give Harold a proper send-off. "It was a very emotional moment on set as we paid tribute to him and the incredible contribution he has made to the show." Back in May, Smith returned to the soap as a regular cast member for the first time in 15 years, telling RadioTimes.com: "I made the mistake of thinking I had retired!" He said: "I thought I had made enough provisions, but no. I had about four wonderful things to do, but you can't do the same four things for the rest of your life. And so I was getting a bit bored and while I was out fishing one day, the phone rang – it was Neighbours asking me if I would come back. "I took all of a tenth of a second then said, 'Yes, please!' What actor at the age of 85 can experience that beautiful thing of doing something they love, being in a studio, standing in front of a camera and everyone telling them they’re wonderful? And I only film one day a week, so it's lots of lovely bits and bobs." Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours spoilers confirm unexpected romantic fling for two classic characters
Things are set to get unexpectedly romantic for two Neighbours characters in next week's episodes, it's now been revealed. In scenes set to air next Monday 25th November, a surprise fling will unfold between Jane Harris (Annie Jones) and Shane Ramsay (Peter O'Brien). While unexpected, the pair are nursing broken hearts over their own respective relationship break-ups. Jane recently realised that things weren't all rosy between her and ex-husband Victor, having initially reunited but soon realising that he had a better bond with Melanie. Although having just returned to Ramsay Street for a little while, Shane has opened up about his split with Izzy Hoyland, and it seems like Jane and Shane will debrief about their own matters of the heart over a drink. Of course, the pair have been old flames in the past, and that's set to be reignited once again. Things are set to turn flirty between the pair, but they quickly put a lid on it so as not to alter their longheld friendship. But things take a turn when Shane reveals that he's set to leave Erinsborough, and clearly sparks start to fly. They're set to get discovered by Nicolette and Max, who stumble upon them, but what will this spell for Jane? With Shane set to leave once again, will she be able to easily say goodbye or could a romantic future actually be on the cards for the pair? Read more: Neighbours airs Toadie's emotional exit - as fan favourites left in danger Neighbours' Lucinda Cowden confirms Melanie Pearson axed from soap in "a bitter old pill to swallow" Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours' Lucinda Cowden confirms Melanie Pearson axed from soap in "a bitter old pill to swallow"
The soap is bidding farewell to another big name.
Neighbours star Lucinda Cowden has revealed that she is leaving the Amazon Freevee soap opera – and that it wasn't her decision to do so. The long-running Australian drama was resurrected by the free ad-supported streaming platform following a major outcry over its sudden cancellation back in 2022. Cowden was among several stars to reprise their role, but she has now revealed that her character, Melanie Pearson, will be leaving Ramsay Street in the near future as her contract was not renewed. "I am unemployed!" she told NeighBens Podcast, before adding that it was "a bitter old pill to swallow". "I'm off, it's true. I'm sorry. I can't do anything about it, it wasn't my bloody decision. But yeah, Mel's off in her truck and doesn't have any plans of return immediately." Cowden's is the latest exit to be announced for the Aussie soap, with her on-screen flame Ryan Moloney (Toadie Rebecchi), plus Georgie Stone (Mackenzie Hargreaves) and Shiv Palekar (Haz Devkar), also bidding farewell to the programme. She admitted: "I don't think they knew what to do with Mel without Toad, or without the family and all of that stuff. That's maybe... I don't know, I'm second guessing. "And you just make up all this stuff in your head anyway to make yourself feel better." The actor did reveal that Mel will at least get a proper send-off, with a farewell episode that will see her good neighbours/good friends throw her a party wishing good luck for her next chapter. Alas, Cowden added that she broke her nose during the filming of that episode after tripping on the set. Fans of Mel shouldn't despair, however, as the actor went on to tease she will make a brief return to Neighbours "for a couple of episodes" after her formal exit – and that she hopes that won't be the end of her character's journey. "Hopefully they're going to keep Mel in the world and she can pop in and out occasionally," added Cowden. "Or more often than occasionally – regularly!" The star has been on quite a journey with Neighbours, beginning with her first stint on the show from 1987 to 1991, before an extended absence that ended when she became a series regular once more in 2021. Neighbours is available to stream on Amazon Freevee. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours' Ryan Moloney on Toadie's emotional exit and why the character had to be axed
The Aussie soap icon talks exclusively to Johnathon Hughes about saying goodbye to Ramsay Street.
It’s the end of an era on Ramsay Street this week, as Toadie Rebecchi leaves Neighbours after 29 years today (Wednesday 25th September). The character has grown up on screen from a tearaway teenager to a responsible middle-aged dad, and made actor Ryan Moloney one of the Australian soap’s most identifiable faces. After such a long stint, you’d assume Moloney himself chose to move on, but surprisingly the decision came from the producers. It’s hard to imagine Neighbours without the inimitable Toadfish, but the actor admits this was a long time coming, and probably should’ve happened a while ago. "I’ve wanted to leave a number of times over the years, but if someone keeps offering you this amazing job, it’s hard to turn it down," explains Moloney, speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com. "The producers decided they didn’t want to renew my next 12-month contract, and the biggest gift they could give me is to take that decision out of my hands, so I thank them. I’d always thought 'what if?' when it came to contract time, whereas now it’s a case of 'what now?', and it’s really exciting." Toadie’s consistent popularity presumably meant Moloney was never bored in terms of getting his fair share of storylines over the last three decades: multiple failed marriages, heartbreaking bereavements, lost loves coming back from the dead, not to mention more light-hearted material such as a Full Monty-style striptease and a love of wrestling. So, what inspired the moments where he considered quitting prior to this year? "It was various reasons of either wanting to do something else, the adventure of life and needing new experiences. Other times it was about feeling valued and wanting to be paid more. I’ve come really close to leaving, and now it’s a reality I’m super excited and can’t wait." Toadie’s exit storyline has been unusually dark and deep for Neighbours, which is synonymous with sunshine and optimism. The happy-go-lucky joker has suffered a mental health crisis as numerous past tragedies have finally taken their psychological toll, leading to a breakdown that forced him to reevaluate his life, end his marriage fourth wife Terese and leave Erinsborough and its painful memories behind. We’ve dug deeper into what makes Toadie tick than ever before, which Moloney has relished. "Knowing I was leaving, we had a chance to tell a story I think is of value that highlights mental health issues," he enthuses. "If we don’t start seeing things like this on TV and give them a platform to be discussed, then we can’t fix them. They keep getting demonised and pushed away. I appreciated that opportunity. "In soaps, all these terrible things happen to a character and magically they just get over it – with Toadie, we’re acknowledging that’s not the case, and everything’s been bubbling away underneath. Maybe for the first time we’re actually being honest." Moloney makes a salient point, but while he’s pleased Toadie was chosen to show the psychological impact of a lifetime of heightened soap tragedy, played out in a distressing moment of psychosis while stranded in the outback, he confesses a frustration it wasn’t pushed further. "I think we could’ve done it better," he says, candidly. "Perhaps we avoided really showing what happened. When I watched some of it I knew there was a lot that was cut out, and I was disappointed in that aspect. But the time frames in soap are just silly in terms of telling a lot of story in a very short period of time. "In order to make Toadie’s storylines resonate with the audience over so many years, I’ve had to make them real for me. I’ve taken myself to many dark places within these last six months, there wasn’t a lot of smiling! "I am quite glad now we can wrap it all up and put it to bed. I have a tattoo with the Omega sign on it which people think symbolises is the end of something, but the meaning is actually completion and there being nothing more to add – that’s Toadie and Neighbours. We’re done there." Only in front of the camera, as Moloney is remaining with the show in a different capacity. Like other former colleagues including Kate Kendall (who played Lauren Turner) and Scott Major (aka Lucas Fitzgerald), he’s hopping behind the scenes to become a director. "I’ve started training and I’m absolutely loving it," he beams. "In my first meeting I felt this is where I need to be. I’m looking forward to telling multiple layers of stories and being collaborative, using everything from the script to props, staging, sound, and giving the performers a platform to shape the emotions." It feels a natural progression for someone practically raised on the set of a fast-paced continuing drama, where you soak up every aspect of TV production to the point where it becomes second nature. Moloney was 15 when he started playing Jarrod 'Toadfish' Rebecchi in 1995, although he’d briefly appeared as a different character called Cyborg the year before (clearly he’s attracted to unusual names). Like many future Erinsborough icons who start young on the soap, he learnt from the legends. "I particularly remember watching Jackie Woodburne (Susan Kennedy) and Ian Smith (Harold Bishop) work. They were such skilful performers and could do a range of styles. To be able to hold an audience in silence and with just a look, to take the viewer where you want – that’s what I watched. Also the way they carried themselves on set and their professionalism meant they earned a level of respect." Cheeky class clown Toadie, with his unforgettable 1990s mullet haircut, was an immediate hit with viewers, which Moloney puts down to him being one of life’s lovable losers. "Characters need to have a true core, and he is the underdog you want to see win. That’s how everyone feels about themselves in a way, they’re mirrored in watching Toadie get the win, only to lose again. That’s always been an important trait for him. "And I’ve always wanted to make being on this fun journey entertaining for the audience, and for me, and flip expectations whenever you can." While soap fans sob as Toadie leaves Erinsborough’s cosy cul-de-sac for a fresh start with the rest of the Rebecchi clan in Colac, Moloney is winding up his one-man show, which has been touring the UK over the last month. Toad on the Road is a nostalgic look back at his Neighbours highlights, in which the actor shares stories, spills secrets and bares his soul about life as a beloved soap star. "The idea was pitched to me last November from the team who did the Neighbours Celebration Tour in 2023. I knew I’d be leaving the show by then, so I thought I’m free, why not? "We wanted it to be entertaining but also representative of me and my views, discussing topics like mental health and ADHD that actually matter on more than just a surface level. "It was also about understanding why we make TV in certain ways, what’s the process and structures behind it? "Through vision and soundscapes we built stories to bring TV to the stage. It’s been a really cool and beautiful experience, especially in terms of interacting with a live audience, which is what I grew up doing in comedic theatre as a kid. If this is the last time people see me perform, I’m glad this is what I’m leaving them with." Moloney is thoughtful, creative and curious, and his genuine excitement for the future and passion for storytelling reveal there’s much more to him than his famous alter ego. It's been revealed Toadie will be back for guest stints - and the actor has a clear vision for how this would look. "If he came back, I’d like him to have a bit more resolution over his life. Toadie was pushed to this snap and had to make himself better by way of some hard choices. It would be good to show him come through the darkness and get back to him being that fun-loving character. "I actually think it would be cool to see him in a prequel as a kid before he came to Erinsborough, rocking around Colac on his dirt bike in the early 1990s, his mum shouting at him as he rode off. That would be awesome!" We’ve had Young Sheldon, why not Young Toadie? Anything’s possible… Read more: Neighbours confirms Toadie Rebecchi return beyond exit scenes Neighbours boss explains decision to axe iconic Toadie Rebecchi Neighbours' Ryan Moloney on Toadie's exit: 'We took the character to the limits' Neighbours confirms surprise exit for Toadie Rebecchi – with a happy twist! Neighbours boss plans Lyn Scully tribute after Janet Andrewartha's death Neighbours continues on Amazon Freevee every Monday to Thursday from 7am. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
Neighbours airs Toadie's emotional exit - as fan favourites left in danger
Poor Susan barely had time to catch her breath!
Neighbours aired Toadie Rebecchi's (Ryan Moloney) emotional exit in the latest edition of the Australian soap - but a dangerous twist saw the Ramsay Street residents quickly distracted from the day's events. As Toadie surveyed the street ahead of his departure, memories flooded his mind of his almost three decades living in Erinsborough - including his time living in the House of Trouser, his memorable haircuts and his marriage to beloved late wife Sonya (Eve Morey). As Toadie's estranged wife Terese (Rebekah Elmaloglou) told Paul (Stefan Dennis) that she couldn't face being anywhere near the festivities or Toadie, Toad's surrogate parents Susan (Jackie Woodburne) and Karl (Alan Fletcher) avoided saying goodbye to him. Hilariously joining in with the party theme, JJ (Riley Bryant) dressed as vintage Toadie, complete with curly ponytail - but this didn't deter Toadie from clearing the air with his daughter Nell's (Ayisha Salem-Towner) boyfriend. Nell and JJ vowed to commit to a long-distance relationship while she, Toadie and Hugo (Tanner Ellis-Anderson) live in Colac, while Toadie said goodbye to Melanie Pearson (Lucinda Cowden) and Harold Bishop (Ian Smith). In a particularly heartwarming scene, Karl and Susan shared their pride in Toadie, as he gifted them with a portrait of himself as he appeared in the 1990s. Having already said her goodbyes to the kids, Terese was convinced by Paul to see Toadie, and she wished him well after all. As Toadie, Nell and Hugo prepared to drive away, they were intercepted by his best pal Andrew (Lloyd Will), Karl and their friends, who pounced on the car with silly string before dropping their trousers in homage to his youth! With that, it was time for Toad to hit the road - while in real life, actor Moloney tours the UK with stories from his time on the show. Throughout the episode, Holly (Lucinda Armstrong Hall) was being watched by Justin, the man who held Toadie and Mel hostage. Aaron (Matt Wilson), Holly, Susan and Paul headed to the Waterhole for drinks - only for Justin to arrive and pull out a gun on the group! With Holly having spent Heath's (Ethan Panizza) stolen cash, his accomplice Justin wants paying - and lives are on the line! A first-look teaser for the next episode (Thursday 26th September 2024) saw Justin threaten that someone is going to die. Will anyone escape the siege? Read more: Neighbours confirms Toadie Rebecchi return beyond exit scenes Neighbours boss explains decision to axe iconic Toadie Rebecchi Neighbours' Ryan Moloney on Toadie's exit: 'We took the character to the limits' Neighbours confirms surprise exit for Toadie Rebecchi – with a happy twist! Neighbours boss plans Lyn Scully tribute after Janet Andrewartha's death Neighbours continues on Amazon Freevee every Monday to Thursday from 7am. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
Neighbours confirms Toadie Rebecchi return beyond exit scenes
Ryan Moloney will be back on Ramsay Street.
Neighbours has confirmed that beloved character Toadie Rebecchi will return to the show, ahead of his exit scenes which are due to air this week. Earlier this year, actor Ryan Moloney announced his decision to step down from the iconic Australian soap after 29 years in the role. In recent scenes, Toadie revealed his plan to move his family to Colac to be near his parents, following his split from wife Terese Willis (Rebekah Elmaloglou). While Toadie's teenage daughter Nell (Ayisha Salem-Towner) was not impressed, she ultimately came round to the idea, and we'll soon see the locals bid the Rebecchis a fond farewell. But, as reported in TV Tonight, we'll definitely be seeing Toadie again. A Channel 10 spokesperson confirmed to the publication: "He will return from time to time for guest appearances on the show." Rejoice, Neighbours fans! We already know that Moloney will be developing a career as a director behind the scenes, and Toadie's final regular appearance will broadcast on Wednesday 25th September 2024. The actor is currently travelling the UK with his show, Toad on the Road, and recently told Digital Spy that he has five weeks left on his contract, which Neighbours will use to spread out guest appearances across the next few months. Sadly, beyond this commitment, Moloney has confirmed that there are no plans for a Neighbours comeback beyond these promised cameos. He has also told RadioTimes.com that he's very happy with his exit storyline, feeling that Toadie has been taken to the limit. Read more: Neighbours boss explains decision to axe iconic Toadie Rebecchi Neighbours' Ryan Moloney on Toadie's exit: 'We took the character to the limits' Neighbours confirms surprise exit for Toadie Rebecchi – with a happy twist! Neighbours boss plans Lyn Scully tribute after Janet Andrewartha's death Selling Sunset star Chrishell Stause joins Neighbours cast Neighbours continues on Amazon Freevee every Monday to Thursday from 7am. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
Neighbours airs distressing update for Mackenzie - will she die?
Death in the Outback had dreadful consequences.
Death in the Outback week was extremely dramatic on Neighbours, with one left for dead by the end of it. But the repercussions of the week continue to rock Erinsborough today (27th August 2024), as people come to terms with what happened. Namely Mackenzie (Georgie Stone), who was sent to hospital after being shot by Heath (who was killed by a rogue crocodile). She seemed OK, recovering in care and reuniting with Haz and her friends. But later on, when Haz paid her another visit, she was sweating considerably and shaking. She asked Haz if it was hot in the room, and the barista realised she was burning up and began calling for a nurse. However, it wasn't long before Mackenzie completely passed out in his arms, with the monitor behind her beeping ominously. Will Mackenzie pull through? The action also centred around Toadie (Ryan Moloney) as he narrowly escaped death himself, which caused him to reevaluate his life. After some soul-searching, and a vision, he decided he could no longer be with Terese and called things off. Moloney appeared on Good Morning Britain today to discuss his exit, explaining how Neighbours has been his life. He explained: "I started when I was 15, so I’ve grown up on the show. And me personally, I’ve gotten married, had kids, built farms, learnt lots of other bits and pieces. It’s very much my life. "I’ve spent more time on Neighbours than I have off.” Read more: Neighbours' Lucinda Cowden teases 'danger' for Mel in dramatic Outback week Neighbours boss explains decision to axe iconic Toadie Rebecchi Neighbours' Ryan Moloney on Toadie's exit: 'We took the character to the limits' Neighbours continues on Amazon Freevee every Monday to Thursday from 7am. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Neighbours' Lucinda Cowden teases "danger" for Mel in dramatic Outback week
Lucinda Cowden has teased danger for her Neighbours character Melanie Pearson, as she finds herself caught up in a dramatic week in the Outback. When Holly Hoyland (Lucinda Armstrong Hall) and dodgy new boyfriend Heath Royce (Ethan Panizza) venture to the Outback for a holiday, Mel and her ex-husband Toadie Rebecchi (Ryan Moloney) are drawn into the chaos when things turn sinister. While all eyes may be on Toadie, who is set to make his exit in the coming weeks, Mel will also be taking centre stage. In an exclusive interview with RadioTimes.com, Cowden explained just how grave the situation becomes for Mel. "She does end up in an incredible amount of danger, absolutely," the actress promised. "There's some pretty scary people out there, and she hurts herself quite early on, so it becomes quite difficult for her to be able to escape from said bad people! "Mel, she sort of gets into this just because she's worried about Toad, and she's concerned about his state of mind; so she goes with him to check these things out. So she's really unaware of what she's getting herself into." View oEmbed on the source website While viewers will have to keep watching to find out Mel's fate, Cowden was asked what it was like filming such intense scenes. "It was 44 and above degrees every day we were out there. And I don't think I've ever encountered so many flies in my entire life. I definitely ate about 7 of them! "It was really taxing, it was incredibly taxing. It was an incredibly difficult week to film, but it was also incredibly amazing to be in such an amazing location, and our crew were so incredible," she added. "I think it was a bit of a feat; we haven't done that sort of thing on Neighbours very often. So it was real stretch for not only the actors, but for everyone involved." Asked if Holly has any suspicions about Heath, Cowden's co-star Lucinda Armstrong Hall told RadioTimes.com: "No, no, not at all. "I think with Holly and Heath's love affair, it starts very innocent from Holly's end. I think she's attracted to the money, and initially the excitement of what he has, and it does evolve into something more emotional between them. "But she definitely doesn't suspect. She does know that he's a bad boy, and she's aware of that, but that's about the extent of it." Neighbours' Death in the Outback week continues until Thursday 22nd August on Amazon Freevee. Read more: Neighbours stars say Toadie and Mel split was inevitable Neighbours' Ryan Moloney on Toadie's exit: 'We took the character to the limits' Neighbours boss explains decision to axe iconic Toadie Rebecchi Neighbours continues on Amazon Freevee every Monday to Thursday from 7am. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
Neighbours boss explains decision to axe iconic Toadie Rebecchi
"Our long-term plans will become clearer in the fullness of time."
For almost three decades, Toadie Rebecchi has been one of the most popular characters on Neighbours – but now actor Ryan Moloney is ending his long stint on Ramsey Street. Moloney – who will continue to be involved on the soap as a director – recently revealed that Toadie's departure wasn't down to him, and now executive producer Jason Herbison has explained why he felt the time was right to move on from the character. "Ryan is a beloved cast member and Toadie is an iconic Neighbours character, so this decision has been a careful one," he explained during an interview with Australian outlet TV Tonight. "It’s a little hard for me to talk about as we’re in the middle of a very big storyline involving Toadie, however our long-term plans will become clearer in the fullness of time. Both Ryan and Toadie are very important to the Neighbours universe, and this was uppermost in our minds as we look to the future." Pressed on whether the decision was driven by storylines reasons or cost-cutting ones, Herbison expanded: "Like all long-running shows around the world, we want Neighbours to constantly evolve to best match what’s happening in the world and to keep the production model fresh and sustainable. "We want to keep viewers on their toes, while also progressing storylines in a natural way. We have a huge week coming up set in the outback where Toadie’s odyssey comes to a head. It’s big and bold but there’s an authentic character journey there too. Ryan has absolutely knocked it out of the park with his performance." Moloney recently told RadioTimes.com, that he was happy with how his exit plays out. "I think, you know, we kind of took the character to the limits," he revealed. "And I think we kind of get a sense of completion about it." He added: "He's kind of getting haunted by his past, quite a lot. And he's struggling a lot with it! But yeah, in terms of reflecting on Toadie's past – didn't really get much time to do that, [it was] incredibly busy. It was pretty full-on!" Neighbours airs its big Death in the Outback week from Monday 19th August on Amazon Freevee. Read more: Neighbours confirms surprise exit for Toadie Rebecchi – with a happy twist! Neighbours unveils "Death in the Outback" week ahead of Toadie’s exit Neighbours boss plans Lyn Scully tribute after Janet Andrewartha's death Selling Sunset star Chrishell Stause joins Neighbours cast Neighbours continues on Amazon Freevee every Monday to Thursday from 7am. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
Neighbours stars say Toadie and Mel split was inevitable
"There would have been something that would have split them up along the way."
Neighbours stars Ryan Moloney and Lucinda Cowden have spoken out about their alter egos' sad split, which came as a big surprise when the beloved soap returned to screens last year. Despite happily tying the knot when Neighbours originally concluded in 2022, Toadie Rebecchi and Melanie Pearson were no longer together by the time we saw them again in Amazon Freevee's revival. Toadie married longtime friend Terese Willis (Rebekah Elmaloglou), but his unresolved feelings for Mel after she returned from life on the run led to a fling. Now, in an exclusive chat with RadioTimes.com, Cowden was asked if Mel is truly over Toadie. "Apparently! Apparently, she is," she explained, referencing a recent scene which saw Mel tell Toadie they were never meant to be together. "I think they started off as incredibly good friends, Toadie and Mel, and they got each other. And I think that's never gonna change. "So I think maybe she's realised that - I think she was so hurt that I don't think she could go back with him," she confirmed. "But I think she still loves him as a person, if you know what I mean; she adores him, and I think she always will." While Mel's declaration came as a shock to Toadie, who seems to be spiralling into an existential crisis, her co-star Moloney agrees. "Well, she's had that realisation that there would have been something that would have split them up along the way," he told RadioTimes.com. "Absolutely!" replied Cowden, who also insisted that despite their inevitable split, Mel will always have a soft spot for Toadie. "So, I think she does realise that, but I don't think that stops her from adoring him! Well, he's rather adorable!" she laughed. As Toadie continues to struggle with his past ahead of his impending exit, he and Mel will soon be back in each other's orbits during a tense, action-packed week, which airs from Monday 19th August. Read more: Neighbours' Ryan Moloney on Toadie's exit: 'We took the character to the limits' Neighbours confirms surprise exit for Toadie Rebecchi – with a happy twist! Neighbours unveils "Death in the Outback" week ahead of Toadie’s exit Neighbours boss plans Lyn Scully tribute after Janet Andrewartha's death Neighbours continues on Amazon Freevee every Monday to Thursday from 7am. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
Neighbours' Ryan Moloney on Toadie's exit: 'We took the character to the limits'
The actor has revealed how he feels about his upcoming exit storyline.
Ryan Moloney has revealed his thoughts on his impending departure from Australian soap Neighbours, after announcing that he will be leaving his iconic role of Jarrod 'Toadie' Rebecchi. The actor has played Toadie since 1995, and the character will soon take centre stage as a number of Ramsay Street regulars head to the Outback, where danger isn't far behind. Ahead of the dramatic episodes, which are set to air in August, Moloney spoke exclusively to RadioTimes.com, and was asked if he's happy with how his exit plays out. "Yeah, I think it's pretty good! I think, you know, we kind of took the character to the limits," he revealed. "And I think we kind of get a sense of completion about it." "Yeah, I am [happy], I'm kind of excited for the future, and I'm excited to come over and see everyone for Toad on the Road! So it ain't the end of the Toad, I guess! Well, you know, not yet, anyway!" Moloney's solo tour, Toad on the Road, arrives in the UK this September, where the actor will be looking back over his almost 30 years on Neighbours. And speaking of nostalgia, the star notes that Toadie is currently troubled by his eventful past. "He's kind of getting haunted by his past, quite a lot," he told RadioTimes.com. "And he's struggling a lot with it! But yeah, in terms of reflecting on Toadie's past – didn't really get much time to do that, [it was] incredibly busy. It was pretty full-on!" With such a chaotic time ahead on-screen, we can only wait and see what becomes of Toadie in the coming weeks. Neighbours airs its big Death in the Outback week from Monday 19th August on Amazon Freevee. Read more: Neighbours confirms surprise exit for Toadie Rebecchi – with a happy twist! Neighbours unveils "Death in the Outback" week ahead of Toadie’s exit Neighbours boss plans Lyn Scully tribute after Janet Andrewartha's death Selling Sunset star Chrishell Stause joins Neighbours cast Neighbours continues on Amazon Freevee every Monday to Thursday from 7am. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
Neighbours boss plans Lyn Scully tribute after Janet Andrewartha's death
Executive producer Jason Herbison says Andrewartha's death is a "huge loss to the world of Neighbours".
Following the passing of Lyn Scully actress Janet Andrewartha, Neighbours executive producer Jason Herbison has revealed that the soap will address the moment with a tribute at a later date. Speaking to 10 News First in Australia, alongside Paul Robinson star Stefan Dennis, Herbison was asked what will happen to the character of Lyn on the soap. Herbison said: "We haven't really had a chance to think too much about that yet. I had ambitions to bring Lyn back into the show at some point soon, so I'm very sad that we're not going to be able to do that. "I haven't had a chance to think about it. The character of Lyn though, an absolute legendary character – Ramsay Street royalty, really." Stefan Dennis then added: "I reckon we'll find some way of [memorialising] it." Herbison agreed, saying: "We'll address it at some point but a huge loss to the world of Neighbours and to all of us here that work on it." View oEmbed on the source website Andrewartha played Lyn Scully on Neighbours between 1999 and 2006, and then again between 2008 and 2011. She subsequently made guest appearances in 2016, 2017 and 2019. She died at the age of 72 on Friday 26th July in Melbourne, and her former castmates on Neighbours were quick to pay tribute to her life and career. Susan Kennedy star Jackie Woodburne said: "Janet was one of the finest actors of her generation, but more than that, she was an extraordinary woman. "Passionate, political, curious, delightfully eccentric, generous and fun. To me she was a steadfast friend for over 45 years. I will miss her every day." Meanwhile, Dennis added in a comment on Instagram: "So very upset to lose the lovely Janet. As Jackie said, she truly was an exceptional actress who was a pleasure work with and to be around. We will all miss you dear girl." Read more: Neighbours confirms surprise exit for Toadie Rebecchi – with a happy twist! Neighbours confirms return of Harold's granddaughter Sky Mangel Neighbours continues on Amazon Freevee every Monday to Thursday from 7am. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
Neighbours' Lyn Scully star Janet Andrewartha dies, aged 72
Andrewartha first appeared as the beloved character on the Australian soap in 1999.
Australian actress Janet Andrewartha, best known for her role as Lyn Scully in Neighbours, has died at the age of 72. Andrewartha passed away peacefully on Friday 26th July in Melbourne, with her daughters Eloise and Sarah by her side. In a post on the official Neighbours account on X, a statement was released saying: "Everyone at Neighbours is deeply saddened by the passing of Janet Andrewartha. Beloved by viewers for her role as Ramsay Street's Lyn Scully, Janet will be fondly remembered. Our thoughts are with Janet's family and loved ones at this time." Andrewartha was first introduced on Neighbours as Lyn in 1999, along with the rest of the Scully family. Throughout her time on the show she had a particularly memorable relationship with Stefan Dennis's character, Paul Robinson. She was a regular on the show until 2006, although returned for a guest appearance in 2008, and in a permanent capacity in 2008. She left again in 2011, although reprised the role for further appearances in 2016, 2017 and 2019. View oEmbed on the source website Andrewartha was also known for her theatre work, as well as for playing Rebecca Kean in Prisoner: Cell Block H and Detective Bridget Ryan in Blue Heelers. She most recently appeared in the TV series Fake earlier this year. Among those paying tribute to Andrewartha following the news of her passing was Neighbours' Susan Kennedy star Jackie Woodburne, who said: "Janet was one of the finest actors of her generation, but more than that, she was an extraordinary woman. "Passionate, political, curious, delightfully eccentric, generous and fun. To me she was a steadfast friend for over 45 years. I will miss her every day." Meanwhile, Dennis said: "So very upset to lose the lovely Janet. As Jackie said, she truly was an exceptional actress who was a pleasure work with and to be around. We will all miss you dear girl." Sheila Canning star Colette Mann said: "I was so shocked to hear this news yesterday and I can only echo Jackie’s words about Janet… brilliant, crazy in the best way, a good friend and great colleague. Vale Ms Janet my friend." Melanie Pearson actress Lucinda Cowden added: "I remember when I first saw her on Prisoner… she lit up the screen, and continued to grace us with her exceptional talent in so many interesting and unique characters. Vale Janet."
Neighbours unveils "Death in the Outback" week ahead of Toadie’s exit
Holly and Heath's upcoming holiday in the Outback could turn deadly in Neighbours upcoming episodes.
It's going to be a dramatic summer for the cast of Neighbours. Beginning on 19th August, the soap will kick off Death in the Outback week – and it looks set to be as ominous as it sounds. The string of episodes will see some of our favourite characters swap out Ramsay Street's suburban bliss for the Aussie bush, but one of them won't return. The soap has confirmed the storyline will revolve around Holly Hoyland (Lucinda Armstrong-Hall), Toadie Rebecchi (Ryan Moloney), Melanie Pearson (Lucinda Cowden), Haz Devkar (Shiv Palekar), and Mackenzie Hargreaves (Georgie Stone). Guest stars Anica Calida and Ethan Panizza will also be involved as returning character Tess Carmichael and newbie Heath Royce, respectively. In fact, it's Heath and Holly's last-minute holiday to the Outback that kicks things off. "Holly is unaware of the danger that lurks around her in the Outback, both on land and in Heath Royce, her secret love interest," the soap teased. When Haz and Mackenzie can’t reach Holly, they head out to the Outback themselves. But Holly isn't the only not responding, Toadie and Melanie have disappeared from Erinsborough without a word, too. But who won't return? Well, we do know Moloney (Toadie) will leave the soap after three decades, though he's set to remain a part of the Neighbours crew, and he did hint that the door for him to return will be left open. "I can’t tell you what is happening to the character – maybe I could be the next Jim Robinson. Or maybe I’ll be the next Harold Bishop and keep popping back over the years," he said at the time his exit was confirmed. So, which will it be? Sounds like we'll have to wait until August to find out. Neighbours continues on Amazon Freevee every Monday to Thursday from 7am. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
Neighbours confirms surprise exit for Toadie Rebecchi – with a happy twist!
Neighbours has announced that beloved series regular Toadie Rebecchi will be leaving the Australian soap as a regular character later in the year. Star Ryan Moloney, who has played Toadie for nearly 30 years, confirmed the news himself, as he wants to turn his hand to directing. But happily, this means he will continue to play a vital role within the Neighbours family. In a video shared on the show's official Instagram, which you can view above, Moloney teased: "After 30 years playing Toadie, I will be leaving Ramsay Street. I can't tell you what is happening to the character – maybe I could be the next Jim Robinson. Or maybe I'll be the next Harold Bishop and just keep popping back over the years." The star promised to discuss his time on Neighbours in his upcoming stage show Toad on the Road, before going on to tease his first episode as director. "And although I won't be bringing you our fantastic storylines from in front of the camera, I will be bringing them to you from the other side, behind the camera," he added. "I've just started director training and have just finished filming my first episode as director – so I really hope that you enjoy that." In a touching tribute to his role, and to the fans who have watched him through the years, Moloney added: "Thank you all for the love that you have shown me and Toadie over the years. Three decades, in fact. "I'll miss you, I'll miss him, and I'll miss Erinsborough... but whatever you do, make sure you don't miss what's going to happen on Ramsay Street." Neighbours' executive director Jason Herbison shared his own thoughts on the upcoming departure: "Toadie is an Australian television icon and Ryan is Ramsay Street royalty. The street won't be the same without seeing him every week however there's every chance he will pop back in the future. "In the meantime, we're thrilled to support his directing ambitions and can't wait for viewers to see how Toadie's season-long story arc plays out. Ryan's been instrumental in the journey and has blown us away with his performance." Arriving on Ramsay Street back in 1995, Toadie has been through all manner of chaos in his time, including five marriages, grief, and the return from the dead of lost love Dee Bliss – with star Madeleine West returning to play not just Dee, but her secret twin sister Andrea! Toadie is currently wed to Terese Willis (Rebekah Elmaloglou), who forgave his fling with previous wife Melanie Pearson (Lucinda Cowden). But we wonder whether the news of Moloney's on-screen departure means Toadie and Terese are heading for a split... We'll miss you, Toadie – however you wave goodbye, do come back soon! Read more: Neighbours' Ian Smith on what brings Harold Bishop home for good: 'I thought I’d retired!' Neighbours nominated for Emmy award seven months after revival Neighbours' Toadie "needs to sleep with one eye open" after shock affair Neighbours' Paul and Terese are a "match made in hell" - will they get back together? Neighbours boss reveals Hollywood A-lister he wants for cast Neighbours boss hints at more original cast returns Neighbours continues on Amazon Freevee every Monday to Thursday from 7am. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.