Neighbours Episode Guide: 5285-5309

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.

Episode 5301
Network Ten: 17/09/2007
BBC: 10/12/2007

Written by Elizabeth Packett
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson
Brad Jordan: Brendan O'Connor
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Courier: Ben Terrell

Summary:-
Adam thinks Paul might be guilty after all. Paul confesses his crime to Gus' sister. Millionaire Oliver is shocked to find all his money frozen. Reckless Declan tries to lure Bridget into a joyride.

Episode 5302
Network Ten: 18/09/2007
BBC: 11/12/2007

Written by Jenny Lewis
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood
Pat Carter: Sarah-Jane St. Clair

Summary:-
Paul is offered a chance at redemption - or is he? Rosie encourages Frazer into babysitting Charlie. Pepper fights her growing jealousy of Sophie.

Episode 5303
Network Ten: 19/09/2007
BBC: 12/12/2007

Written by Drew Proffitt
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Snr. Const. Sophie Cooper: Emma Moore
Brad Jordan: Brendan O'Connor

Summary:-
Rebecca allows Paul back into her heart. Rosie and Frazer solve one problem to encounter another. Pepper torpedos her own dinner party. Elle and Riley work together to save Paul. Reckless Bridget succumbs to Declan's joyride.

Note: Diana Murray did not appear

Episode 5304
Network Ten: 20/09/2007
BBC: 13/12/2007

Written by Anthony Morris
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Jackie Jones: Kristin Keam
Bill Chalmers: John Benton
Tyler Smith: Brody McPharlane
Tony Aristedes: George Kapiniaris

Summary:-
Ringo's fear of failing sees him steal an exam. Tongue-tied Miranda is swept off her feet by a celebrity chef! Steph improves her political fortunes but loses a big battle. Lou discovers the reason behind Mickey's schoolyard blues.

Episode 5305
Network Ten: 21/09/2007
BBC: 14/12/2007

Written by Stuart Gaunt
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Jackie Jones: Kristin Keam
Tim Collins: Ben Anderson

Summary:-
Toadie drops a bombshell on Steph. Susan suffers a frightening collapse. Susan is determined to track down the exam thief. Ollie declares he'll fight for his parents' legacy.

Episode 5306
Network Ten: 24/09/2007
BBC: 07/01/2008

Written by Jeff Truman
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Dale Hunter: Leon Stripp
Wayne Hunter: Karl Van Moorsel
Penny McGinty: Kate Schuster

Summary:-
Can Steph and Toadie recover when she rejects him? Susan's shock diagnosis: menopause! Declan and Bridget's dragride sees them drive into peril as they are chased through the city. Karl almost catches Rachel returning the exam paper. Valda arrives.

Episode 5307
Network Ten: 25/09/2007
BBC: 08/01/2008

Written by Michael O'Rourke
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Dale Hunter: Leon Stripp
Wayne Hunter: Karl Van Moorsel
Jackie Jones: Kristin Keam
Theo Balsanis: Christian Bell
Paper Boy: Christian Charisou

Summary:-
Steph and Janae fight for Stingray's wall. Is Steph committed to her engagement? Declan and Bridget are further caught up in a dangerous obsession.

Episode 5308
Network Ten: 26/09/2007
BBC: 09/01/2008

Written by Katrina Foster
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Diana Murray: Jane Allsop
Helen Carr: Margot Fenley

Summary:-
Rachel takes the fall for Ringo. Rosie uncovers Frazer's scheme to risk it all. Pepper struggles with her lack of confidence at work and in love.

Episode 5309
Network Ten: 27/09/2007
BBC: 10/01/2008

Written by Sacha Hamilton
Directed by Aarne Neeme
Guest stars
Valda Sheergold: Joan Sydney
Laura Davidson: Jodi Flockhart
Nick Thompson: Marty Grimwood

Summary:-
Laura and Nick decide to step up their extortion plans for Paul. Lou and Valda can't resist sparring like old times. Elle questions Riley's jealousy over Oliver.