McLeod's Daughters

Season 3

The third season of the television series McLeod's Daughters originally aired from 12 February 2003 to 29 October 2003 and consisted of 30 episodes.

30 Episodes

Fairy Tale, Ending
E1
Fairy Tale, EndingClaire is finally released from hospital and driven home by 'father-to-be' Alex. Her first day back does not go as smoothly as the doctor would have intended and Claire realises that some things may have to change. She must also contend with the effects of the lie about Alex being the baby's father.
Better the Devil You Know
E2
Better the Devil You KnowClaire and Alex's lie about the baby causes a major upset between the sisters. Jodi is back, but wants to continue travelling. Becky does not give up hope for Brick. Claire eventually tells Liz the truth.
The Road Home
E3
The Road HomeBecky's search for Brick comes to an end while Jodi's dream of a big wedding causes tension.
An Affair to Forget
E4
An Affair to ForgetTess believes Sally is cheating on Nick, while Alberto calls off the wedding after discovering Jodi had a fling overseas.
Put to the Test
E5
Put to the TestAt Jodi's hens night, a game of truth or dare reveals far more than was intended.
The Wedding
E6
The WeddingUnexpected events result in an unlikely outcome on Jodi and Alberto's much anticipated wedding day.
Gone to the Dogs
E7
Gone to the DogsAn incident with a prized stallion leads to intrigue regarding Jake's past, while he and Becky get closer. Alex and Meg must contend with an emotional Claire and there's a change in Meg's domestic situation.
The Ghost of Things to Come
E8
The Ghost of Things to ComeClaire discovers a hidden treasure which brings back ghostly memories of her mother and unleashes a gnawing fear that she too will die in childbirth.
A House of Cards
E9
A House of CardsA thirtieth wedding anniversary is no protection for Liz when Harry, suspicious about Claire's baby, discovers an even bigger lie. Liz is preparing for her thirtieth wedding anniversary lunch, and Harry, still very much in love, has given her a beautiful strand of pearls. But it soon all starts unravelling. Brick's sister arrives and is unhappy at the thought of Becky moving on. Becky assures her she hasn't forgotten about him, but notes she's still into Jake.
Three Little Words
E10
Three Little WordsAlex struggles with the truth about his family as Harry tries to win his son back the only way he knows how. Sally comes to the realisation that her relationship with Nick is going nowhere and she makes a heartbreaking decision.
Repeat Offenders
E11
Repeat OffendersWhen a heartbroken journalist friend of Tess comes to Drovers Run the private lives of all the women and their men become very public.
Sins of the Father
E12
Sins of the FatherJake's true identity is revealed after his father and brother turn up wanting him to come home. Whilst weaning Phoenix from Blaze, Claire starts to realise that the lie about her baby isn't right and cannot last forever.
Jokers to the Right
E13
Jokers to the RightThe charade of being the father of Claire's baby is causing Alex problems especially when Sandra Kinsella appears on the scene.
Chain Reaction
E14
Chain ReactionWhen Jodi receives a chain letter, she tears it up and throws it away, and then misfortune strikes Drover's. Has she unleashed a curse?
The Awful Truth
E15
The Awful TruthNick and Alex must face the awful truth of their father's new girlfriend whilst they argue over Harry's proposal for a stock route through Drover's Run
Seeing the Light
E16
Seeing the LightMin Min lights are seen by Claire and Tess over Drover's. Tess is determined to believe they are a good omen, but Claire, restless and uneasy in the last stages of pregnancy, insists they're natural phenomena but trouble awaits.
A Slight Interruption
E17
A Slight InterruptionIt's been a week since Baby McLeod was born, but she remains nameless. Claire isn't too worried - she'll know the right name when she thinks of it. But she is suffering a bad case of cabin fever as she struggles to balance running Drover's with motherhood.
Old Beginnings
E18
Old BeginningsPeter returns to Drover's Run during the naming ceremony of his and Claire's baby, leading to a very important decision. Tess and Dave set out on an impulsive trip to the altar, which has an unexpected result.
Where There's Smoke
E19
Where There's SmokeMeg is dedicating herself to her studies in order to prove herself at TAFE, and is thoroughly immersed in â€˜Pride and Prejudice'. The misjudgements and misunderstandings of character that drive that classic echo through everyone's dealings at Drovers Run. Jodi is determined to succeed at the CFS training weekend despite feeling that Nick is not doing anything to help her. Her original enthusiasm is slowly destroyed as she is put through her paces and exhaustion sets in. A flirtation with another trainee, Toby, turns to animosity when she realises he does not want to be teamed up with a girl. She begins to feel that Nick is unfairly picking on her and pushing her to fail. Overnight she confides these feelings in Becky and Tess. Tess is quick to jump to Nick's defence much to Dave's bemusement. Becky gives a pep talk encouraging enough to propel her back to the second day of training determined to succeed.
Perfect Match
E20
Perfect MatchBecky and Jake go into Stud partnership with Claire but when things don't go as planned, whose side will Becky take? And, there's a speed dating session at Drovers, who will find love?
Let the Best Man Win
E21
Let the Best Man WinAlex and Nick fight over a gorgeous stanger named Elly and the competition heats up as they both try to win her over. And should Meg be having such a good time while Terry is away?
Majority Rules
E22
Majority RulesA quarantine on Drovers leads Claire to a new career, meanwhile Sandra is making a nuisance of herself. Also, Jodi accepts a date with Toby, but whom does she really have her eye on?
The Ties That Bind
E23
The Ties That BindWhen Claire and Alex hit the big smoke, a long lost father is found, and a hidden passion is finally ignited.
One Step at a Time
E24
One Step at a TimeClaire and Alex are still in Melbourne with Charlotte and making plans to extend their stay. At Drover's, Tess discovers a lump on her breast and fearing her mother's fate, tells no one...not even Dave.
Time Frames
E25
Time FramesHas Sandra overstepped the mark with Harry? Tess's biopsy brings unexpected consequences. And, who's Jodi's secret admirer?
Body Language (aka The Bottom Line)
E26
Body Language (aka The Bottom Line)Drovers Run hosts the Regional Young Farmer of the Year Award and Becky is surprised to find herself competing with Jake. As the old spark between them returns, Becky is torn between the man she loves and Drover's Run.
To Catch a Thief
E27
To Catch a ThiefTess's upcoming operation has thoughts of mortality creeping in so she begins to write a letter to Charlotte so that her niece can know her should Tess no longer be around. Claire reminiscences when an old friend turns up unexpectedly.
My Noon, My Midnight
E28
My Noon, My MidnightIn a dramatic and emotional episode, heartbreak hits Drovers Run. Tess anxiously awaits the results of her breast cancer tests convinced that her time is up while Alex and Claire decide to move in together. Tess's premonition of death appears to be unfounded when she receives good news but planned celebrations are cut short when a sister's worst nightmare comes true and the ultimate sacrifice must be made.
The Long Goodbye
E29
The Long GoodbyeClaire's death has everyone is dealing with it in their own way. Tess tries to keep her emotions in check, unable to deal with her grief and burdened by survivor's guilt. A surprise visitor at Drovers Run helps Tess when she needs it most.
Turbulence
E30
TurbulenceTess and Stevie continue to clash this week, and all the competitive ill-fellings come to the surface when a private investigator turns up at Drover's Run. Tess accepts Stevie's explanations at first (something about witnessing a rodeo accident up north), but gets suspicious again when Stevie is caught packing her bags. Still refusing to reveal the truth, she offers her resignation and Tess accepts with more than a little relief. As Stevie loads up her car, Jodi, Meg and Tess discover little Charlotte has been bitten by a redback spider. Fearing for Charlotte's life, Tess accepts a ride from Stevie to the hospital, but it turns out to be far from a straightforward trip. With the private investigator in hot pursuit, things get worse when Charlotte has a heat-induced fit. It looks like they are not going to make it to the hospital in time so Stevie steals a plane to speed the trip up. Charlotte's young life is in the balance and Tess is terrified that she is going to lose the one link sh