Neighbours Episode Guide: 1651-1675

Episode 1651
Network Ten: 06/04/1992
BBC: 12/03/1993
UK Gold: 01/03/1999

Written by Ian Coughlan
Directed by Steve Mann

Summary:-
Jim takes drastic measures to end the hostility between Todd and Josh, while Dorothy is taken aback by Helen's choice of gift for her birthday. Pam decides to take a new direction, and Phoebe receives some devastating news from the hospital.

Episode 1652
Network Ten: 07/04/1992
BBC: 15/03/1993
UK Gold: 02/03/1999

Summary:-
Josh has some disturbing news for Phoebe and Todd. Cameron has a plan to change Faye's way of thinking. Caroline is furious with Paul for taking all the credit for the mini-grand prix deal.

Episode 1653
Network Ten: 08/04/1992
BBC: 16/03/1993
UK Gold: 03/03/1999

Written by John Upton
Directed by Steve Mann

Summary:-
Lou's efforts to win Madge over finally pay off, and Amy unwittingly endangers Andrew's life when she hides an old memento. Cameron decides to teach his meddling mother Faye a lesson.

Episode 1654
Network Ten: 09/04/1992
BBC: 17/03/1993
UK Gold: 04/03/1999

Written by Gavin Strawhan
Directed by Steve Mann

Summary:-
Amy and Toby narrowly escape injury in an explosion at Lassiters. Lucy tries to arrange a promotion for Brad, while Pam and Gaby pamper themselves ready for a family photo. Madge, Lou and Toby believe they could be living in a haunted house.

Episode 1655
Network Ten: 10/04/1992
BBC: 18/03/1993
UK Gold: 05/03/1999

Written by Ray Kolle
Directed by Steve Mann
Guest stars
Ray Stafford: Paul Smythe
Tony: David Glazebrook

Summary:-
Lucy gives Brad lessons in dealing with the opposite sex, while Dorothy and Madge become ghost-busters. Paul's attempts to rebuild his empire take a worrying turn, and Pam is urged to return to nursing.

Episode 1656
Network Ten: 13/04/1992
BBC: 19/03/1993
UK Gold: 08/03/1999

Written by Ysabelle Dean
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Ray Stafford: Paul Smythe
Amy Robinson: Sheridan Compagnino

Summary:-
Toby has to deal with the attentions of a female admirer. Phoebe comes into a fortune, while Paul is torn between doing the right thing and making sure his business will prosper. Madge discovers the identity of the person who is haunting her.

Episode 1657
Network Ten: 14/04/1992
BBC: 22/03/1993
UK Gold: 09/03/1999

Written by Margot Knight
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Tony: David Glazebrook

Summary:-
Madge asks Lou to seek medical advice about his sleepwalking, and Todd and Phoebe bid a tearful farewell to Josh. Ray Stafford has a few merciless words to say to Paul, while Doug and Jim spend a night under the stars.

Episode 1658
Network Ten: 15/04/1992
BBC: 23/03/1993
UK Gold: 10/03/1999

Written by Wayne Doyle
Directed by Gary Conway

Summary:-
Jim and Doug's camping trip goes from bad to worse. Paul makes a decision about his new business partner, which doesn't please Brad. Pam gets revenge on Faye for cutting her out of the family photo.

Episode 1659
Network Ten: 16/04/1992
BBC: 24/03/1993
UK Gold: 11/03/1999

Written by Jenny Lewis
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Yokel: Trevor Kilgour

Summary:-
Faye uses devious tactics to get a new outfit. Jim and Doug are stranded in the wilderness - will they survive? Dorothy and Lucy believe they may have killed Faye's best friend.

Episode 1660
Network Ten: 17/04/1992
BBC: 25/03/1993
UK Gold: 12/03/1999

Written by Barbara Angell
Directed by Gary Conway

Summary:-
Dorothy has some upsetting news. Faye finds sympathy from an unexpected quarter, while Amy convinces herself that she has found a way to bowl Toby over.

Episode 1661
Network Ten: 20/04/1992
BBC: 26/03/1993
UK Gold: 15/03/1999

Written by Christine Madafferi
Directed by Ian Watson
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Dorothy awaits a life and death verdict, while Paul threatens Christina over her plans to go into business with Madge. Jim gains a lodger and loses a daughter.

Episode 1662
Network Ten: 21/04/1992
BBC: 29/03/1993
UK Gold: 16/03/1999

Written by C.V. Covington
Directed by Ian Watson
Guest stars
Mr. Grey: John Rowan
Ray Stafford: Paul Smythe
Amy Robinson: Sheridan Compagnino

Summary:-
Christina has some bad news for Amy, while Lou's attempts to find work in Erinsborough. Paul is in serious trouble with his new business partner, and Lucy makes plans for the future.

Episode 1663
Network Ten: 22/04/1992
BBC: 30/03/1993
UK Gold: 17/03/1999

Written by Ray Kolle
Directed by Ian Watson
Guest stars
Ray Stafford: Paul Smythe
Tony: David Glazebrook

Summary:-
Madge and Toby come up with a plan the cheer Dorothy up. Faye's meddling causes a catastrophe for Gaby, while Paul's dealings with the criminal fraternity lead to trouble. Toby is upset when Amy leaves Ramsay Street to return to her mother.

Episode 1664
Network Ten: 23/04/1992
BBC: 31/03/1993
UK Gold: 18/03/1999

Written by Tara Smithson
Directed by Ian Watson
Guest stars
Walter Schofield: John Flaus

Summary:-
Gaby's is distraught when her business goes up in smoke, but her family and friends offer their support. Brad faces an emergency at the Waterhole, and Todd declares his feelings for Phoebe.

Episode 1665
Network Ten: 24/04/1992
BBC: 01/04/1993
UK Gold: 19/03/1999

Directed by Ian Watson
Guest stars
Walter Schofield: John Flaus
Butler: Rids Van Der Zee

Summary:-
Phoebe loses her latest gift from Todd while babysitting Andrew. Brad is rewarded for a heroic act with the chance of a lifetime, and Faye plays a cruel trick on Dorothy.

Episode 1666
Network Ten: 27/04/1992
BBC: 02/04/1993
UK Gold: 22/03/1999

Written by Chris McTrustry
Directed by David Morgan
Guest stars
Walter Schofield: John Flaus
Laurel Adams: Liz Charters

Summary:-
Doug becomes unbearable when he is chosen for a photo shoot in the Erinsborough News. Jim sets Faye straight when he realises her interest in him is more that friendship, while Brad receives an offer he can't refuse.

Episode 1667
Network Ten: 28/04/1992
BBC: 05/04/1993
UK Gold: 23/03/1999

Written by Patricia Downie
Directed by David Morgan
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Pam plays a cruel trick on Doug in an attempt to deflate his ego. Meanwhile Lucy asks Beth to break the law for her. Will Faye own up to starting the boutique fire or let Gaby suffer the serious consequences?

Episode 1668
Network Ten: 29/04/1992
BBC: 06/04/1993
UK Gold: 24/03/1999

Written by Jeffrey Truman
Directed by David Morgan
Guest stars
Walter Schofield: John Flaus

Summary:-
Lucy and Beth go to war over a man, and there's a misunderstanding when Helen tells Pam that Doug has shaved off all his hair. Brad gets a boost to his new career, while Faye admits the truth to Gaby.

Episode 1669
Network Ten: 30/04/1992
BBC: 07/04/1993
UK Gold: 25/03/1999

Written by Roger Moulton
Directed by David Morgan
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Beth and Lucy's rivalry for Brad takes a new twist. Paul and Caroline are left bewildered by a close encounter, and Todd and Phoebe decide they are ready to consummate their love.

Episode 1670
Network Ten: 01/05/1992
BBC: 08/04/1993
UK Gold: 26/03/1999

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by David Morgan
Guest stars
Narelle: Lyn Shakespeare

Summary:-
Caroline realises the true extent of her feelings for Paul. Todd and Phoebe's plans are thwarted. Lou's car lot opening has grave implications for his relationship with Madge.

Episode 1671
Network Ten: 04/05/1992
BBC: 09/04/1993
UK Gold: 29/03/1999

Written by Ian Coughlan
Directed by Steve Mann
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Lou woos Madge with the aid of a diamond ring, and Caroline makes a decision about Paul. Todd and Phoebe take a giant step in their relationship.

Episode 1672
Network Ten: 05/05/1992
BBC: 12/04/1993
UK Gold: 30/03/1999

Written by Betty Quin
Directed by Steve Mann
Guest stars
Laurel Adams: Liz Charters
Phil: Simon Mills
Narelle: Lyn Shakespeare

Summary:-
Todd and Phoebe find their relationship under threat when Dorothy and Jim are furious over their sexual shenanigans. Madge jumps to the wrong conclusion when Narelle pays a visit, while Faye is shocked when she finds an intruder in her house.

Note: First appearance of Felice Arena as Marco Alessi

Episode 1673
Network Ten: 06/05/1992
BBC: 13/04/1993
UK Gold: 31/03/1999

Written by Barbara Angell
Directed by Steve Mann
Guest stars
Walter Schofield: John Flaus

Summary:-
Beth and Lucy try to sabotage each other's plans for winning Brad. When Faye thinks her troubles are over, she receives the greatest shock of all. Brad's new job includes a palatial office, but little work.

Episode 1674
Network Ten: 07/05/1992
BBC: 14/04/1993
UK Gold: 01/04/1999

Written by John Upton
Directed by Steve Mann
Guest stars
none

Summary:-
Faye worries about her financial future and begs Gaby and Caroline to drop their insurance claim. Brad invites Beth to the company ball - much to the disappointment of Lucy, who had hoped she'd be hanging off the surf dude's arm on the night. Paul confesses his feelings for Caroline.

Episode 1675
Network Ten: 08/05/1992
BBC: 15/04/1993
UK Gold: 02/04/1999

Written by Ray Kolle
Directed by Steve Mann
Guest stars
Walter Schofield: John Flaus

Summary:-
Doug is horrified when his picture is published in the Erinsborough News. Lucy is heartbroken over Brad's decision to take Beth to the company ball. Paul and Caroline's relationship takes a new turn. Can their passion be denied?