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30
Sep

 

Bevan speaks about Departures

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Bevan Lee, Seven Network Script Executive and current Script Producer of Home and Away, has been reading the BTTB Forum and wished to explain a little about the number of upcoming departures (of which more are to be announced), which have had forum members become rather worried about the future of their favourite show:

No doubt the fans are disturbed by the number of actors choosing to not re-sign their contracts. This has always been a factor with the show, and even more so these days with the lure of Hollywood, although it is unusual to have this number choose to move on at the same time. Trust me, none of these departures are write outs. In each case the actor chose to leave. As I'm a glass half full sort of guy, I prefer to embrace this as a storyteller to allow me to tell exciting stories that give the actors interesting departures and lead those characters who remain in to exciting new drama. Dan's departure will do great honor to both the character and Tim's excellent work in bringing him to life. As I created the character of Dan Baker during my last stint as Script Producer, I am glad to be around to see Dan get the send-off he deserves. This story leads Leah in to moving and interesting new story areas. Those who have been screaming for Leah to get her own story, trust me she gets it now that Dan is leaving. And NO, they will NOT break up. To do that to them would betray you the viewers and the love you have for them as a couple. Rhys's character of Lucas follows the time honored tradition in "Home and Away" of sending kids off to Uni when they get to a certain age. His departure puts Tony in to the interesting position of being virtually a single man again, and this propels him in to a great new romantic triangle. For those fans who love him, Lucas's leaving makes HotDad hotter than ever. There are also some really compelling new characters coming in to the show and the return of one old villain will change the lives of many favorites forever. The fans can trust my promise that the Bay may be losing some popular residents, but the show will be more exciting than ever.

Many thanks to Bevan!

28
Sep

 

Five Life 'Horrors' Weekend

BTTB is pleased to announce that Five Life have another funfilled weekend of special episodes planned for UK Viewers.

The 'Horrors' Weekend will air on Saturday 13th October and Sunday 14th October, and will cover some of the disaster and stalker storylines from 2000 to 2007.

The following schedule is correct at this moment in time, however is subject to change:

Saturday 13th October

16:00 - Episode 3776 (2004)
Sarah/Jesse Part 1

After the toxicology results show that Felix died from an intravenous injection of crystal meth, causing a huge heart attack, Sarah is the prime suspect. Meanwhile, Tasha and Robbie share their first passionate kiss. Later, a foolish move by Tasha leads to a dangerous situation for Jesse.

16:30 - Episode 3777 (2004)
Sarah/Jesse Part 2

A delusional Sarah has taken Jesse captive in the gym and demands to know who killed Felix. Robbie, Tasha and Kane race to the gym and hear a single gun shot. Tasha tries to stop Sarah from fleeing but Kane pulls her away. Jesse is ok, but everyone else is terrified by what Sarah will do next.

17:00 - Episode 3805 (2004 Olympic Cliffhanger)
Sarah's Siege

A day of terror unfolds in Summer Bay as Sarah seeks revenge for Felix's death, completely unaware that it was she who killed him. As she holds everyone hostage in Leah's house, Peter reveals that Vinnie is still alive. But not everyone in the house will survive as Sarah enacts her final murderous rampage.

17:30 - Episode 3806 (2004 Olympic Return)
Sarah Aftermath/Noah's Funeral

The residents of Summer Bay are reeling after Sarah's campaign of terror and join together to say goodbye to one of their friends, Noah. Meanwhile, Peter lies in his hospital bed with Leah by his side. Later, Scott proposes to Dani, but what will her answer be?

18:00 - Episode 3952 (2005)
Summer Bay Stalker Revealed Part 1

Peter is shocked and dismayed when he discovers the identity of the Summer Bay stalker - it is Zoe aka Eve Jacobsen and she is seeking revenge for Sarah's death. Sally, who is in the wrong place at the wrong time, is confronted by Zoe. What will Zoe do next?

18:30 - Episode 3953 (2005)
Summer Bay Stalker Revealed Part 2 - Zoe and Sally

Zoe, the Summer Bay stalker, realises that she has no use for Sally and decides to kill her. Meanwhile, Clare has set a trap to attract Zoe to them, but it fails. Sally is battling for her life as Peter races to save her, but can he make it in time?

19:00 - Episode 4336 (2007)
Belle's Kidnapping Part 1

The tension that has been brewing between Drew and Belle comes to a head at the Hawaiian-themed party at the Surf Club. Meanwhile, Peter and Amanda return from the diner and discover that her house has been broken in to. The situation takes a turn for the worse when Amanda receives a call - Belle has been kidnapped!

19:30 - Episode 4337 (2007)
Belle's Kidnapping Part 2

The search for Belle continues as Amanda comes to grips with the arrival of her sister, unaware that it is Kelli who orchestrated Belle's kidnap. Meanwhile, Drew blames himself for letting her get into the car with Theo.

Sunday 14th October

16:00 - Episode 2919 (2000)
Gypsy's Stalker/Mudslide Part 1

As Summer Bay is struck by severe storms, Harry concocts a plan to corner Kirsten. Will Gypsy's tormentor finally be revealed? Meanwhile, thinking that Will is about to break up with her, Dani beats him to the punch. Will she regret her decision? Later, Hayley continues to torment Noah.

16:30 - Episode 2920 (2000)
Gypsy's Stalker/Mudslide Part 2

As the wild weather in Summer Bay threatens the lives of its inhabitants, Gypsy comes face to face with her tormentor, Kirsten. Meanwhile, at the drop-in centre, Kirsty suddenly begins to panic about her twin sister, Jade. Joel and Kirsty arrive at Alf's house to find it completely buried in mud and debris - is Jade trapped underneath it all? Later, Noah and Hayley take their first steps towards a relationship.

17:00 - Episode 2921 (2000)
Gypsy's Stalker/Mudslide Part 3

The residents of Summer Bay band together to try and save the victims of the landslide. Jade, Ailsa, Shauna and Duncan are all trapped beneath the mud and debris of Alf's house. Will any of them get out alive? Later, Irene expresses her concern about Hayley and Noah's friendship.

17:30 - Episode 3236 (2002)
Summer Bay High Bus Crash

The residents of Summer Bay band together as they desperately try to rescue the people trapped in the bus. Fisher has suffered a head injury while Nick and Jade are unable to move. As Alf stabilises the area, the situation takes a turn for the worse and flames begin to engulf the vehicle. Can everyone make it out before the bus explodes?

18:00 - Episode 3650 (2003 Season Finale)
Sutherland Mineshaft Disaster Part 1

Dani, Scott and Colleen arrive at the Sutherland house and find that Rhys, Jade, Kirsty and Max aren't there. Scott suspects that Kane had something to do with it, especially after his recent threat to Rhys. Meanwhile, Rhys, Jade, Kirsty and Max are trapped in a mine shaft and they are slowly running out of air. The residents of Summer Bay start a search party but can they find them before it's too late? Irene finds out the identity of Tasha's mother.

18:30 - Episode 3651 (2004 Season Opener)
Sutherland Mineshaft Disaster Part 2

The residents of Summer Bay continue their desperate search to find Rhys, Kirsty, Jade and Max, unaware that they are trapped in a mine shaft and it is slowly caving in. Thanks to Tasha, Seb and Kane, the victims are finally freed but Rhys is badly injured.

19:00 - Episode 3722 (2004)
Duncan/Jade/Seb Car Crash Part 1

At the party, Kirsty is cornered by a drunk guy but Kane saves the day. Meanwhile, Jade tries to convince Seb that there is nothing between her and Duncan. Later, Duncan and Jade leave the party and jump into Robbie's new car. Seb jumps onto the car, urging a drugged-up Duncan to stop, but before long, Duncan has raced over the edge of a cliff, and their lives hang in the balance.

19:30 - Episode 3723 (2004)
Duncan/Jade/Seb Car Crash Part 2

The news of the accident spreads quickly throughout the Bay and the rescuers begin their search for Jade and Seb. Seb is found, albeit badly injured, but there is no sign of Jade. Could she have been thrown from the car into the ocean?

25
Sep

 

Statement from Seven - contains spoilers

This topic contains major spoilers, please do not click if you do not wish to read.

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Less than an hour after the shock announcement of Kate's departure from the show, Script Producer Bevan Lee has kindly given us a statement on behalf of Channel Seven, exclusive to BTTB:

After twenty years playing one of the iconic characters of Australian television drama, Kate has decided to move on to new challenges. It is of course a sad day for both the makers and the fans of the show, but her departure will be handled with the sensitivity and respect it deserves. One of the reasons I came back to the show, that I could not talk about until now that the official statement of Kate's departure has been made, was to make sure that the story of Sally's departure is one befitting Kate's twenty years on the show and one that really delivers for the fans. It is a ten week arc story that starts with the last scene to air in Australia in 2007 and ends ten weeks in to the 2008 season. Kate will leave the show on an uplifting and positive note and the door will be kept open for her return should she ever choose to do so. There will be many dramatic and tension-filled twists and turns, and many tears of both joy and sorrow, along the way to her departure. Kate is a truly wonderful young woman and everyone at Seven wishes her well in both her personal life and her new career goals.

25
Sep

 

Kate Ritchie - Big News

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Kate Ritchie


Kate Ritchie has this morning announced her departure from Home and Away after an outstanding 20 years of playing Sally Fletcher.

Speaking on Seven's show 'Sunrise', she stated that 'After 20 years of Home and Away, it's time for a change.' She will be filming her last scenes on the show in December, which will air in early 2008.

Kate first appeared on Oz screens as Sally Keating on Sunday 17th January 1988. Over the space of two decades, millions of people worldwide have watched her grow up from the little girl with an imaginary friend, to a beautiful young woman who has now taken over Pippa's mantle as being a proud mother, and foster mother.

Kate's flawless performance finally gained her the recognition she deserved in 2006, when she was awarded a Silver Logie for Most Popular Actress. This was followed a year later by a Gold Logie for Most Popular Personality on Australian Television.

Kate is one of only two of the show's remaining original cast members, along with Ray Meagher (Alf). Together they share the Guinness Record for Longest Continuous Roles in an Australian Drama series.

January 2008 marks the 20th Anniversary of the show that has made Kate a household name, and this years Season Finale will centre heavily around her.

BTTB will be very sorry to see Sally go, however we wish Kate all the best for the future.

Stay tuned to BTTB in coming weeks for more information.

21
Sep

 

Revised Schedule for Arrivals & Departures Weekend

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Viewers of Five Life in the UK have a treat in store on Saturday 22nd September and Sunday 23rd September when 16 episodes will be shown covering the Arrivals and Departures of key characters.

The final schedule is as follows:

Saturday September 22nd on Five Life:

16:00 - Episode 2856 (2000)
The Sutherlands Arrive

16:30 - Episode 2913 (2000)
Noah Arrives

17:00 - Episode 2914 (2000)
Noah Arrives (2nd Episode)

17:30 - Episode 3565 (2003)
Tasha Arrives

18:00 - Episode 3658 (2004)
Henry & Matilda Arrive

18:30 - Episode 3920 (2005)
Cassie Arrives

19:00 - Episode 3928 (2005)
Martha Arrives

19:30 - Episode 4020 (2005)
The Holdens Arrive


Sunday 23rd September on Five Life:

16:00 - Episode 3215 (2002)
Gypsy & Will Leave

16:30 - Episode 3455 (2003)
Fisher Leaves

17:00 - Episode 3729 (2004)
Jade Leaves

17:30 - Episode 3808 (2004)
Max & Noah's Ghost Leave

18:00 - Episode 3860 (2004)
Dani Leaves

18:30 - Episode 3903 (2005)
Kirsty & Kane Leave

19:00 - Episode 3993 (2005)
Josie Leaves

19:30 - Episode 4292 (2006)
Robbie & Tasha Leave

18
Sep

 

Holly returns home

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Holly Brisley returning to Home and Away

SHE'S back home after being away, now Holly Brisley is returning to the Channel 7 show which kicked off her soapie career.

The blonde bombshell - who spent three months travelling the world this year - is heading back to Summer Bay next month.

"My character only moved to the city so she can flit in and flit out," she told Confidential.

Despite being offered a job in a pantomine in the UK this Christmas, the one-time Dancing With the Stars contestant is keen to stay in Sydney.

"I think Australia is my home," she said. "When you get back it's like 'wow'."

Brisley plans to devote more time to charity work. She will jump into bed with gal pals Toni Pearen and Amy Erbacher for the Cancer Council's Girl's Night In fundraiser in Pitt St mall at 11.30am today.

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16
Sep

 

Alf and those funny shaped balls!

Ray Meagher is currently enjoying the Rugby World Cup in Europe. Ray was given several weeks off to attend the Rugby, where Australia is expected to do well. He has tickets for the quarter finals, semi finals, and the final. He is off course fully expecting Australia to be in the final. Ray is a dedicated rugby fan and was very keen rugby player in his youth. He had a try out for the Australian team in 1969 but was not selected.

He was in Cardiff to see Australia beat Wales on Saturday and also took the opportunity to meet up with the other thespians who will be joining him in panto this December . Ray is playing King Rat in Dick Whittington at The Grand Theatre Swansea from 19/12/07. Joining him will be fellow Aussie Anne Charleston (Madge Bishop from Neighbours), and also Hannah Watterman (Eastenders).

1
Sep

 

Another Great Win For Home And Away Writers.

For the second year running Sam Meikle has won the coveted 2007 AWGIE award for writing an episode in a television serial. This year there were two entries from Home And Away and one from Neighbours. The winning entry was the script for episode 4212, which dealt with the aftermath of Jack and Martha's explosive wedding.

BttB extends many congratulations to Sam on a well deserved win.

 

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September Articles

Bevan speaks about Departures
This article contains spoilers, please do not read if you do not wish to read...
30 September 2007
Five Life 'Horrors' Weekend
BTTB is pleased to announce that Five Life have another funfilled weekend of special episodes...
28 September 2007
Statement from Seven - contains spoilers
This topic contains major spoilers, please do not click if you do not wish to...
25 September 2007
Kate Ritchie - Big News
This article contains major spoilers. Please do not click if you are not willing to...
25 September 2007
Revised Schedule for Arrivals & Departures Weekend
Viewers of Five Life in the UK have a treat in store on Saturday...
21 September 2007
Holly returns home
Holly Brisley returning to Home and Away SHE'S back home after being away, now...
18 September 2007
Alf and those funny shaped balls!
Ray Meagher is currently enjoying the Rugby World Cup in Europe. Ray was given several...
16 September 2007
Another Great Win For Home And Away Writers.
For the second year running Sam Meikle has won the coveted 2007 AWGIE award for...
1 September 2007