Neighbours Episode Guide: 5276-5300

Episode 5276
Network Ten: 13/08/2007
BBC: 05/11/2007

Written by Ben Marshall
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Richard Aaronow: Blair Venn
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Stonefish Rebecchi: Anthony Engelman
Tom Kennedy: Bob Hornery
Ursula Noonan: Mairead Curran
Violet Townsend: Barbara Burder
Shane Brooks: Mark Redpath
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Iain Morecombe: Andrew Carter

Summary:-
When Richard finds Rebecca, she resorts to a desperate lie that has Oliver wondering if she ever told the truth. Heroic Adam is upset by Pepper doubting he's ready to be a cop again. Toadie accuses his brother of stealing but has he got his facts right?

Note: The 'Carole Harvey Memorial Nursing Home' is named after the Production Designer.

Episode 5277
Network Ten: 14/08/2007
BBC: 06/11/2007

Written by Stuart Gaunt
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Richard Aaronow: Blair Venn
Stonefish Rebecchi: Anthony Engelman
Denise Nicoll: Theresa Borg
Kelly Fields: Kate McNamara
Raylene Combes: Julia Hume
Tom Corbett: Christian Charisou

Summary:-
Ollie is won over by Richard's impassioned defense. Protective Paul declares his deep love for Rebecca. Adam faces losing both Pepper and his career if he can't let go of the past. Toadie gets a step closer to discovering Stonie's real problem.

Episode 5278
Network Ten: 15/08/2007
BBC: 07/11/2007

Written by Anthony Morris
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Richard Aaronow: Blair Venn
Christian Johnson: Neil Pigot
Julia Sanders: Raelene Isbester
Lucia Cammeniti: Maria Mercedes

Summary:-
Noble Carmella tells Oliver the baby news but doesn't want his relationship with Elle to suffer while Lucia has other ideas. Rebecca prepares to fight to protect her sons but who's telling the truth?

Episode 5279
Network Ten: 16/08/2007
BBC: 08/11/2007

Written by Sacha Hamilton
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Prue Brown: Penny Cook
Julia Sanders: Raelene Isbester
Jacqui Burns: Elise Dickinson

Summary:-
Oliver's news is one blow too many for wrung-out Elle. Karl is caught 'investigating' by his new PA. Frazer realises it's time to let Ringo go, just as Ringo begins to change his mind. Ned and Janae's hopes for private time are scuppered at every turn.

Episode 5280
Network Ten: 17/08/2007
BBC: 09/11/2007

Written by Drew Proffitt
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Stonefish Rebecchi: Anthony Engelman
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Christian Johnson: Neil Pigot
Julia Sanders: Raelene Isbester

Summary:-
Karl is set up for a fall by his double crossing assistant. Rosie is offered a life changing career opportunity just as Frazer decides he wants to start a family. Miranda convinces Bridget to trick Riley into revealing his whereabouts.

Note: First appearance of Riley Parker: Sweeney Young in permanent cast

Episode 5281
Network Ten: 20/08/2007
BBC: 12/11/2007

Written by Katrina Foster
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Alan Napier: Barry Friedlander
Richard Aaranow: Blair Venn
Stonefish Rebecchi: Anthony Engelman
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Dr. Peggy Newton: Carolyn Bock

Summary:-
Rebecca finds proof Richard is a violent monster but is it too late? War breaks out in the law office when Stonie unintentionally costs Toadie his job. Lou is mortified when his bargain hats start a lice plague.

Note: New opening titles including Riley Parker.

Episode 5282
Network Ten: 21/08/2007
BBC: 13/11/2007

Written by Megan Herbert
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Alan Napier: Barry Friedlander
Richard Aaranow: Blair Venn
Stonefish Rebecchi: Anthony Engelman
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Veronica Potter: Lillian Lewis
Ash Van Denburgh: Luigi Lucente
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey (uncredited)

Summary:-
Declan's reckless plan to save Rebecca goes frighteningly wrong, has he drowned his father? Toadie's work stress takes a terrible toll on his health. Frazer is hurt to learn Rosie doesn't want to start a family.

Episode 5283
Network Ten: 22/08/2007
BBC: 14/11/2007

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Richard Aaranow: Blair Venn
Stonefish Rebecchi: Anthony Engelman
Chantelle Rebecchi: Claire Chitham
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Dr. Demi Vinton: Angela Twigg
Denise Nicoll: Theresa Borg
Sharon Gates: Chelsea Blake
Philip Landsend: Mick Lo Monaco
Snr. Sgt. Malcolm Hill: Tim Sullivan

Summary:-
Oliver finally sees his father's true colours. Toadie and Rosie join forces to bring down Tim Collins. Adam unwittingly shows Pepper he can be a kick-arse cop. Elle informs Carmella Oliver is a free man. Stonie's wife arrives.

Episode 5284
Network Ten: 23/08/2007
BBC: 15/11/2007

Written by John Hanlon
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Christian Johnson: Neil Pigot
Julia Sanders: Raelene Isbester
Paul Maguire: Simon Russell
Lucia Cammeniti: Maria Mercedes
Pearl Rousseau: Kelly Nash
Michael Devlin: Phil Reilly

Summary:-
In his determination to bring down Vivex, Karl is placed in physical danger. Miranda springs a surprise reunion on her son Riley. Lucia attempts to reunite Carmella and Oliver.

Episode 5285
Network Ten: 24/08/2007
BBC: 16/11/2007

Written by Scott Taylor
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Christian Johnson: Neil Pigot
Julia Sanders: Raelene Isbester
Paul Maguire: Simon Russell
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Det. Sgt. Alec Skinner: Kevin Summers

Summary:-
Karl's fate rests with PA Julia when he's arrested for fraud. Kirsten gets legal advice from Toadie to take Mickey from Ned. Riley is reunited with the Parkers but for how long? Oliver isn't reassured by Carmella's insistence she doesn't love him.

Episode 5286
Network Ten: 27/08/2007
BBC: 19/11/2007

Written by Jenny Lewis
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Stonefish Rebecchi: Anthony Engelman
Chantelle Rebecchi: Claire Chitham
Brad Dawson: Ben-Thomas Murphy

Summary:-
Ned panics that he's lost Mickey forever when he nobly trusts Kirsten. Toadie's suspicious as Stonie promises to give up pot. The Parkers are frustrated by Riley rejecting his dream.

Episode 5287
Network Ten: 28/08/2007
BBC: 20/11/2007

Written by Stuart Gaunt
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Stonefish Rebecchi: Anthony Engelman
Chantelle Rebecchi: Claire Chitham
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson

Summary:-
Mickey is torn as Ned and Kirsten battle for custody. Stonie goes into tailspin when his addiction puts Charlie in danger. Riley rocks his parents when he reveals the reason for his resentment.

Episode 5288
Network Ten: 29/08/2007
BBC: 21/11/2007

Written by Judith Colquhoun
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Tyler Smith: Blake O'Leary

Summary:-
Miranda and Steve are devastated by Riley's confession. Riley's departure is delayed by a new connection with Elle. Ned busts Kirsten lying to Mickey.

Episode 5289
Network Ten: 30/08/2007
BBC: 22/11/2007

Written by Linda Stainton
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Richard Aaronow: Blair Venn
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Tom Urban: Serge Denardo
Dr. Dylan Masters: Silas James
Naomi Cruise: Christine Kaman

Summary:-
Paul sets a trap for Richard only to release a buried memory from his past. Parents-to-be Carmella and Oliver struggle to define their friendship's boundaries. Pepper and Adam both face scary situations.

Episode 5290
Network Ten: 31/08/2007
BBC: 23/11/2007

Written by Anthony Morris
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Richard Aaronow: Blair Venn
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Karen Ogden: Karmen Raspovic

Summary:-
Rebecca takes the law into her own hands just as Rosie and Toadie find a witness to testify against Richard. Carmella's hopes for a future with Oliver are derailed by his continuing love for Elle.

Episode 5291
Network Ten: 03/09/2007
BBC: 26/11/2007

Written by Sarah Mayberry
Directed by Jet Wilkinson
Guest stars
Richard Aaronow: Blair Venn
Karen Ogden: Karmen Raspovic
Dr. Demi Vinton: Angela Twigg
Dr. Veronica Olenski: Caroline Lloyd
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Bill Chalmers: John Benton
Jackie Jones: Kristin Keam

Summary:-
Richard's secret health crisis is exposed, and his refusal to clear his conscience leads Declan to make an extraordinary sacrifice. Pepper is terrified to learn she has cervical dysplaysia.

Note: New opening titles

Episode 5292
Network Ten: 04/09/2007
BBC: 27/11/2007

Written by Helen MacWhirter
Directed by Jet Wilkinson
Guest stars
Richard Aaronow: Blair Venn
Karen Ogden: Karmen Raspovic
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Ken Marshall: Michael Robinson
Dr. Jeremy Levi: Roger Neave

Summary:-
Oliver plans to keep his father alive to face justice. Elle begs Paul to ignore his murderous visions. Miranda struggles with Steve's casual parenting approach as Riley prepares to leave.

Episode 5293
Network Ten: 05/09/2007
BBC: 28/11/2007

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by Jet Wilkinson
Guest stars
Richard Aaronow: Blair Venn
Karen Ogden: Karmen Raspovic
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Dr. Demi Vinton: Angela Twigg

Summary:-
Mickey is manipulated by lawyer Tim as Kirsten sets Ned up for a fall. Oliver donates his kidney to Richard, but does he have a secret motive? Carmella nobly begs Elle to give Oliver another chance.

Episode 5294
Network Ten: 06/09/2007
BBC: 29/11/2007

Written by Hamish Cameron
Directed by Jet Wilkinson
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Lucia Cammeniti: Maria Mercedes

Summary:-
Furious Janae steps into a trap when Kirsten appears to be rekindling the flame with Ned. Frazer decides to become a house-hubby so they can have kids. Riley asks Elle out but she can only offer friendship.

Episode 5295
Network Ten: 07/09/2007
BBC: 30/11/2007

Written by Drew Tingwell
Directed by Jet Wilkinson
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Ken Marshall: Michael Robinson
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Dr. Veronica Olenski: Caroline Lloyd
Sgt. Ray Moller: Steven Stagg

Summary:-
Janae's behaviour leads angry Mickey to support Kirsten. Bridget is determined to prove she's one of the boys on the footy field. Pepper's procedure goes well but she struggles with the ban on sex.

Episode 5296
Network Ten: 10/09/2007
BBC: 03/12/2007

Written by Jeff Truman
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Paula Beeman: Peta Doodson
Ken Marshall: Michael Robinson
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois (uncredited)

Summary:-
Humiliation and loneliness drive Kirsten over the edge. Riley helps Bridget realise what she's risking in her feud with Miranda. Sneaky Susan seeks golf tips from Lou, but Karl is wise to her game.

Episode 5297
Network Ten: 11/09/2007
BBC: 04/12/2007

Written by Megan Harbert
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Norm Hastings: Fred Barker

Summary:-
Fleeing Kirsten risks Mickey's life. Bridget's need to prove she's better than the boys almost ends in tragedy on the school abseiling excursion. Hapless Steve undoes all his good work to convince Riley he's a natural vet.

Episode 5298
Network Ten: 12/09/2007
BBC: 05/12/2007

Written by Piet Collins
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois

Summary:-
Janae's compassion brings Kirsten back from the brink. Miranda makes a breakthrough with Bridget, while Rebecca guesses the cause of Declan and Bridget's squabbles. Oliver fears Carmella is making choices that may harm their baby.

Episode 5299
Network Ten: 13/09/2007
BBC: 06/12/2007

Written by Ben Marshall
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Simon Burns: Sam Lee
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop (uncredited)

Summary:-
Shattered Paul remembers Gus's murder and confesses to the police. Adam gets off to a bad start on his first day. Frazer and Rosie clash over how to spend his compo payout.

Episode 5300
Network Ten: 14/09/2007
BBC: 07/12/2007

Written by John Hanlon
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Dr. Peggy Newton: Carolyn Bock
Courier: Adam Power

Summary:-
Paul's revelation shatters his relationship with Rebecca. Plucky Rebecca starts work for Rosie and Toadie.