Neighbours Episode Guide: 5501-5525

Episode 5501
Network Ten: 21/07/2008
Five: 10/10/2008

Written by Stuart Page
Directed by Lewis Fitzgerald
Guest stars
Sienna Cammeniti: Erin McNaught
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Donna Freedman: Margot Robbie
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood

Summary:-
Rachel's friends can't protect her from Angus when his presence returns. Libby realises she can't just wait for Dan. Meanwhile, Toadie decides he needs to move on from Steph.

Episode 5502
Network Ten: 22/07/2008
Five: 13/10/2008

Written by Scott Taylor
Directed by Lewis Fitzgerald
Guest stars
Sienna Cammeniti: Erin McNaught
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Donna Freedman: Margot Robbie
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Female Enthusiast #1: Jenye-Harley Alcock
Female Enthusiast #2: Anna Burgess

Summary:-
Confronted by Angus's letter, Rachel struggles with the past. Libby's attempt to break free romantically challenges traumatised Steph. Meanwhile, Nicola and Toadie's break up becomes the talk of Ramsay Street.

Note: Sienna Cammeniti didn't appear in the episode

Episode 5503
Network Ten: 23/07/2008
Five: 14/10/2008

Written by Scott Taylor
Directed by Lewis Fitzgerald
Guest stars
Callum Jones: Morgan Baker
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major
Prison Officer: Gavin Van Der Meer

Summary:-
Will Rachel reunite with Angus, can Dan deal with Libby's new love life and what does Lucas have to hide? A girls' afternoon inspires Rebecca and Miranda to reach out to loved ones and dangerously declare there will be no more secrets.

Episode 5504
Network Ten: 24/07/2008
Five: 15/10/2008

Written by Ben Michael
Directed by Lewis Fitzgerald
Guest stars
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood

Summary:-
Angus declares his abiding love for Rachel from behind bars. Nicola's shocking lies finally catch up with her. Meanwhile, Rebecca's drink and dial forces her to remember why she left Paul in the first place.

Episode 5505
Network Ten: 25/07/2008
Five: 16/10/2008

Written by Hamish Cameron
Directed by Lewis Fitzgerald
Guest stars
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Kate Newton: Briony Behets

Summary:-
Susan battles her reservations as Rachel commits herself to Angus. Meanwhile, Nicola's secret and Ned's announcement sees the Parker family implode.

Episode 5506
Network Ten: 28/07/2008
Five: 17/10/2008

Written by Katrina Foster
Directed by Jonathan Geraghty
Guest stars
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Nurse Jodie Smith: Mary Annegeline
Sienna Cammeniti: Erin McNaught

Summary:-
Sassy Libby gives Lucas some payback. Nicola's confession rocks the Parker's marriage. Meanwhile, Ned is challenged by Paul's offer to help Kirsten.

Episode 5507
Network Ten: 29/07/2008
Five: 20/10/2008

Written by Katrina Foster
Directed by Jonathan Geraghty
Guest stars
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major
Anita Katz: Tania Fisher
Waiter: Matthew Cohen
Man At General Store: Stefan Seniore
Harold Bishop: Ian Smith (uncredited)
Donna Freedman: Margot Robbie (uncredited)

Summary:-
Cornered Nicola blurts out a secret that may destroy her sister's marriage. Will Ned's pride hinder his family's future? Meanwhile, Bridget focuses on Declan as her life falls apart.

Episode 5508
Network Ten: 30/07/2008
Five: 21/10/2008

Written by John Davies
Directed by Jonathan Geraghty
Guest stars
Callum Jones: Morgan Baker
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Nurse Jodie Smith: Mary Annegeline
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Nurse: Christine Kounnas
Harold Bishop: Ian Smith (uncredited)

Summary:-
Miranda admits a painful secret to Steve. After Steph makes her play by 'the rules', Libby finally gives into desire.

Episode 5509
Network Ten: 31/07/2008
Five: 22/10/2008

Written by Judith Colquhoun
Directed by Jonathan Geraghty
Guest stars
Callum Jones: Morgan Baker
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Kirsten Gannon: Nikola Dubois
Donna Freedman: Margot Robbie
Kate Newton: Briony Behets
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Harold Bishop: Ian Smith (uncredited)

Summary:-
Is this the end of the Parker family? Is Rachel's fantasy of a romance with Angus about to be shattered? Meanwhile, noble Ned and his family leave Ramsay Street.

Note: Callum Jones and Nicola West didn't appear in the episode

Episode 5510
Network Ten: 01/08/2008
Five: 23/10/2008

Written by Perri Cummings
Directed by Jonathan Geraghty
Guest stars
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Sienna Cammeniti: Erin McNaught
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Kate Newton: Briony Behets
Josh Taylor: Liam Hemsworth
Laura Chisholm: Jae Dee Scott
Photographer: Robbie Marshall
Harold Bishop: Ian Smith (uncredited)

Summary:-
Angus experiences his horror first day out of prison. Oliver can't keep his distance from struggling Carmella. Meanwhile, Bridget's ex returns and Harold and Kate make a fresh start.

Episode 5511
Network Ten: 04/08/2008
Five: 24/10/2008

Written by Kim Wilson
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Sienna Cammeniti: Erin McNaught
Josh Taylor: Liam Hemsworth
Donna Freedman: Margot Robbie
Amy Garven: Chanara Hyde
Ian Rogers: Rod Mills
Damien Panadopolous: Brent Trotter
School Girl #1: Kimberley Galea
School Girl #2: Tallulah Lacey-Phillipson
Tattoo Parlour Customer: Simon Arandt

Summary:-
As community outrage hits home, Rachel vows to stick by Angus. Declan's insecurity about Bridget's old flame Josh prompts her to prove her love. Meanwhile, lonely Miranda's attempts to win back her family fail.

Note: Ned Parker gone from regular cast list. Produced by Neal Kingston. Line Producer Sue Wild.

Episode 5512
Network Ten: 05/08/2008
Five: 27/10/2008

Written by Ben Marshall
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Callum Jones: Morgan Baker
Musical Guest: Abby Dobson (uncredited)

Summary:-
Rachel's affair with Angus rocks Susan and Karl's marriage. Oliver can't resist Carmella. Josh comes between Bridget and Declan. Meanwhile, Toadie and Callum work hard to cheer up Steve.

Music: 'It's Only Love?' Peformed by Abby Dobson

Episode 5513
Network Ten: 06/08/2008
Five: 28/10/2008

Written by Jenny Lewis
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Amy Garven: Chanara Hyde
Donna Freedman: Margot Robbie
Josh Taylor: Liam Hemsworth
Man At General Store: Stefan Seniore

Summary:-
Angus makes a stunning public commitment to Rachel. Bridget gives Declan a birthday gift to remember. Oliver and Carmella reveal their true feelings while Miranda holds out for Steve.

Thanks to The Costume Shop

Episode 5514
Network Ten: 07/08/2008
Five: 29/10/2008

Written by John Hanlon
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Callum Jones: Morgan Baker
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major

Summary:-
Driven by heartbreak, Steve makes a mistake that could end his marriage forever. Meanwhile, can Rachel forgive Angus' shock departure and Dan finally moves on from Sam.

Thanks to The Costume Shop

Episode 5515
Network Ten: 08/08/2008
Five: 30/10/2008

Written by Hamish Cameron
Directed by Gary Conway
Guest stars
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major
Sienna Cammeniti: Erin McNaught
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Donna Freedman: Margot Robbie
Josh Taylor: Liam Hemsworth

Summary:-
Dan is shocked by the identity of Libby's new lover. The Parkers try to find a way forward, for Bridget's sake. Oliver makes a huge sacrifice for Carmella. Meanwhile, Declan's 18th birthday party gets out of hand.

Thanks to The Costume Shop

Episode 5516
Network Ten: 11/08/2008
Five: 31/10/2008

Written by Anthony Morris
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Donna Freedman: Margot Robbie
Sienna Cammeniti: Erin McNaught
Josh Taylor: Liam Hemsworth
Party Moron: Jerome Velinsky
Pashing Teen #1: Kassie Martin
Pashing Teen #2: Scott Wood

Summary:-
Details to follow

Thanks to The Costume Shop
Note: Oliver Barnes gone from regular cast list.

Episode 5517
Network Ten: 12/08/2008
Five: 03/11/2008

Written by Anthony Morris
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Sienna Cammeniti: Erin McNaught
Donna Freedman: Margot Robbie
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Helen Carr: Margot Fenley
Sympathetic Teacher: Jennifer Levy

Summary:-
Details to follow

Episode 5518
Network Ten: 13/08/2008
Five: 04/11/2008

Written by Jeff Truman
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Callum Jones: Morgan Baker
Amy Garven: Chanara Hyde
Waiting Customer #1: Jacob Shotade
Waiting Customer #2: Sandra Murphy
Lucas Fitzgerald (Stunt Double): Brett Anderson

Summary:-
Details to follow

Episode 5519
Network Ten: 14/08/2008
Five: 05/11/2008

Written by Fiona Wood
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood

Summary:-
Betrayed Libby warns Dan not to take his jealousy out on her family. Angus uses Rachel's tainted article as justification to stand proud. Meanwhile, the Parkers unite for Bridget but things are far from good.

Episode 5520
Network Ten: 15/08/2008
Five: 06/11/2008

Written by Luke Devenish
Directed by Jovita O'Shaughnessy
Guest stars
Callum Jones: Morgan Baker
Angus Henderson: Jonathan Wood
Heather Pryor: Georgina Andrews
Shaun Kelly: Robbie Marshall

Summary:-
Rachel faces an impossible choice. Libby declares war on Dan. Meanwhile, can the Parkers set their marriage crisis aside for Bridget.

Episode 5521
Network Ten: 18/08/2008
Five: 07/11/2008

Written by Sarah Mayberry
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major

Summary:-
The fight for Libby's heart becomes a life or death struggle. Miranda and Steve fake a happy reunion for Bridget's sake. Meanwhile, Declan and Bridget flirt with taking their relationship to the next level.

Episode 5522
Network Ten: 19/08/2008
Five: 10/11/2008

Written by Sarah Mayberry
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Nurse Jodie Smith: Mary Annegeline
Helen Carr: Margot Fenley
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Staring Customer #1: Luke D'Emanuele
Staring Customer #2: Dalena Leggieri

Summary:-
Rachel is determined to put the past behind her but finds her love life just keeps getting more complicated. Meanwhile, Libby sticks to her new life plan but can Lucas and Dan let her go?

Episode 5523
Network Ten: 20/08/2008
Five: 11/11/2008

Written by Meaghan Rodriguez
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Sienna Cammeniti: Erin McNaught
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Lucas Fitzgerald: Scott Major
Donna Freedman: Margot Robbie
Josh Taylor: Liam Hemsworth
Bonnie Druce: Sharon Fenech
Helper #1: Troy Hill
Helper #2: Brennan Lukav
Musical Guest: Front Counter (uncredited)

Summary:-
Rachel is spooked by a mysterious stalker. Lucas plays hardball for Libby. Carmella takes action as Ringo reverts to old habits. Meanwhile, Josh gets burnt in a war with Declan over Bridget.

Music: 'What's Your Name?' Peformed by Front Counter

Episode 5524
Network Ten: 21/08/2008
Five: 12/11/2008

Written by Ben Michael
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Callum Jones: Morgan Baker
Ty Harper: Dean Geyer
Justin Hunter: Chris Toohey
Nurse Jodie Smith: Mary Annegeline

Summary:-
Ty's feelings implicate him in Rachel's stalking. Lucas refuses to give up on a future with Libby. Meanwhile, Karl inadvertently risks his marriage by helping attractive Nicola.

Episode 5525
Network Ten: 22/08/2008
Five: 13/11/2008

Written by Pete McTighe
Directed by Tony Osicka
Guest stars
Callum Jones: Morgan Baker
Nicola West: Imogen Bailey
Donna Freedman: Margot Robbie
Josh Taylor: Liam Hemsworth
Sienna Cammeniti: Erin McNaught
Josh Basketball Double: Daniel Deltoso
Declan Basketball Double: Dylan Allcott

Summary:-
Josh tricks Declan into lying to Bridget. Paul tempts Susan towards a new career. Meanwhile, Steve and Miranda struggle to keep up appearances.

Note: Declan Basketball Double didn't appear in the episode