Linked by a secret affair, the wealthy Hamiltons and working-class Palmers are dramatic families. Twins separated at birth, one raised in each family. We later encounter the Morrells who marry into the Hamiltons.
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174 Episodes
Episode 1
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Episode 1A chance meeting revives the link between the Hamiltons in Sydney, and the Palmers in Melbourne.
Episode 2
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Episode 2John experiences a strange incident and ends up letting go of a pulley at work, which results in him being fired.
Episode 3
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Episode 3Fiona helps John with taking on a new identity; Angela celebrates her birthday at a party organised by her mother.
Episode 4
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Episode 4John's disappearance causes strouble at home and poses a threat to his sister's wedding.
Episode 5
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Episode 5Angela's determination to keep seeing John angers her mother and alarms Fiona.
Episode 6
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Episode 6John rides out hostility from Angela's mother and makes an unexpected friend at the Hamiltons.
Episode 7
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Episode 7The difficulties of assuming a new identity force John to consider a return to Melbourne.
Episode 8
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Episode 8A betrayal undermines John's efforts to clear his name of the murder charge.
Episode 9
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Episode 9John reaches an unpleasant conclusion about the murder and tries to warn Susan.
Episode 10
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Episode 10Bill takes a gamble on his mother's silence. David's father causes division amongst the wedding party.
Episode 11
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Episode 11Bill's guilty conscience introduces a jarring note to the honeymoon weekend.
Episode 12
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Episode 12Wayne resents being in competition with John for his father's respect.
Episode 13
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Episode 13On a trip to Sydney, David seeks Fiona's help to find John.
Episode 14
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Episode 14A shock announcement by Patricia angers John and puts Angela in a difficult position.
Episode 15
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Episode 15Susan sees the frightening side of Bill's character.
Episode 16
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Episode 16Kevin and Lynn spend an intimate weekend together while Bill and Susan are away.
Episode 17
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Episode 17Fiona lets her temper get the better of her causing Patricia to realise the truth about John's identity.
Episode 18
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Episode 18Angela admits she has made a mistake and John's cover is threatened.
Episode 19
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Episode 19Wayne is determined to get John out of the way for good. Kevin gets a disturbing letter from Lynn.
Episode 20
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Episode 20John realises he can't hide any longer.
Episode 21
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Episode 21John's arrest forces Bill to make a major decision.
Episode 22
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Episode 22Angela is determined to go to Melbourne, but isn't prepared for her reception.
Episode 23
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Episode 23Jill gets more deeply involved with Wayne. John and Bill re-establish their friendship.
Episode 24
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Episode 24David and John are at odds over John's future, and Angela leaves home for good.
Episode 25
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Episode 25Angela is keen to start a life of her own, but doesn't count on Wayne's interference.
Episode 26
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Episode 26Patricia makes a major decision about her future.
Episode 27
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Episode 27Angela is reuinted with her real father.
Episode 28
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Episode 28Fiona is unaware that Wayne's charm hides a plan to do well at her expense.
Episode 29
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Episode 29Angela faces Susan's antagonism to her presence in the household.
Episode 30
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Episode 30Kevin takes desperate steps to solve his problems with Lynn.
Episode 31
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Episode 31Patricia's stay at "Wombai" turns sour and she arrives home in time to receive an unexpected phone call from David.
Episode 32
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Episode 32David is forced to face his past while Kevin and Lynn look forward to their future together.
Episode 33
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Episode 33Patricia's visit to Melbourne ends in dinner with the Palmer family.
Episode 34
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Episode 34Fiona receives an unexpected visitor who revives old emotions and fears.
Episode 35
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Episode 35Wayne's business and personal affairs come crashing down around him.
Episode 36
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Episode 36Wayne's accident brings David and Patricia together again.
Episode 37
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Episode 37Angela and John realise they still love each other and face the unpleasant consequences.
Episode 38
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Episode 38David returns from Sydney and takes his dissatisfaction out on Beryl.
Episode 39
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Episode 39As Wayne's affairs deteriorate help comes from an unexpected source. Beryl must cope with David's confused feelings over Patricia. John receives a surprise job offer.
Episode 40
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Episode 40John is reluctant to be Kevin's best man as it will mean partnering Angela at the wedding. Jill's dedication to Wayne affects her job.
Episode 41
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Episode 41The aftermath of the wedding marks a turning point in David and John's relationship.
Episode 42
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Episode 42A surprise for Fiona is threatened by Scott's visit to her country property. David surprises Beryl with thoughts of moving.
Episode 43
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Episode 43An impulsive move by David makes Beryl realise her troubles are far from over. Wayne becomes moodier.
Episode 44
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Episode 44Fiona's relationship with Scott is affected by her newly-formed connections with Wayne.
Episode 45
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Episode 45A national transport strike causes problems for both the Hamiltons and the Palmers. David is forced to make a decision about the new house.
Episode 46
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Episode 46Gordon's stance over the strike causes a major rift between John and the Hamiltons.
Episode 47
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Episode 47Gordon faces the violent anger of his workers. Bill Todd's trial commences. David's decision to move to Sydney gives Beryl more cause for concern.
Episode 48
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Episode 48David's job offer in Sydney rekindles Beryl's old fears. The day of reckoning arrives for Bill and Susan. Wayne finds the road to recovery is not always paved with success.
Episode 49
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Episode 49Patricia's request for help presents Fiona with a dilemma. Charlie pushes Patricia towards an affair with David.
Episode 50
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Episode 50Patricia is shocked by the outcome of the barbeque. David and Gordon's first meeting has a less than friendly outcome.
Episode 51
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Episode 51There is an unexpected arrival at Fiona's property. Wayne is depressed by Patricia's news of the family's future.
Episode 52
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Episode 52An upsetting discovery by Angela mars Stevie's big day. Fiona makes one of the biggest decisions of her life.
Episode 53
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Episode 53David and Patricia find themselves on opposite sides of the fence over Patricia's attempt to control the workers at Woombai. Rosie's antagonism threatens to undermine Patricia's authority.
Episode 54
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Episode 54Unexpected news makes David and Patricia confront their true feelings. Kevin comes up with an ingenius solution to get around Lynn's father.
Episode 55
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Episode 55News from Sydney regarding Patricia disturbs Angela deeply. Beryl plays into Patricia's hands when faced with a decision about the future.
Episode 56
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Episode 56Beryl takes drastic steps to settle her fears about David and Patricia. Jill forces Wayne to face his hangups about their relationship.
Episode 57
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Episode 57Beryl's arrival threatens Patricia's hopes of happiness with David. Angela tries to ignore her feelings for John as her affection for Mick grows.
Episode 58
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Episode 58Patricia is determined to prevent David returning to Beryl. Jill fears for Wayne as he attempts to walk again.
Episode 59
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Episode 59Patricia puts her plans for David into action. Beryl returns to Melbourne and to unexpected concerns.
Episode 60
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Episode 60Fiona lets Scott influence her better judgement where Jill is concerned. Bitterness erupts at the hospital as Stevie fights for his life.
Episode 61
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Episode 61John unwittingly assists Patricia in extracting a commitment from David. Mick makes a decision that shocks his friends.
Episode 62
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Episode 62David's independence almost ruins Patricia's carefully- laid plans. Scott works to destroy Fiona's friendship with Jill.
Episode 63
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Episode 63Angela finds separation from John unbearable and gives in to impulse. Fiona makes the hardest decision of her life.
Episode 64
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Episode 64The day of final decision arrives for David. Mick loses control and lashes out.
Episode 65
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Episode 65Patricia is frightened to learn how much Mick knows. David has to try to forget the ties that bind him to the past.
Episode 66
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Episode 66Gordon vents his fury on Patricia. Angela is startled to find John involved with a girl who likes to get her own way.
Episode 67
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Episode 67Patricia fights to regain her influence on Angela. A parting for Fiona and Jill.
Episode 68
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Episode 68A careless conversation threatens to destroy relation- ships in the Palmer household. Rosie disapproves when Gordon brings a lady friend to Woombai.
Episode 69
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Episode 69Patricia makes a desperate bid to keep John under her control.
Episode 70
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Episode 70David gets more than he bargains for when he tackes Kevin about his moodiness.
Episode 71
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Episode 71David blames Beryl for Kevin's discovery of the affair.
Episode 72
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Episode 72Fiona's desire to protect David unwittingly aids Patricia's scheming.
Episode 73
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Episode 73David faces up to his responsibilities as head of the house.
Episode 74
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Episode 74Fiona and Patricia's temporary alliance starts to crumble.
Episode 75
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Episode 75Rob tries to get David and Kevin talking again.
Episode 76
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Episode 76Kevin counts the cost of leaving home.
Episode 77
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Episode 77Angela is shocked by her boss's intimacy with Patricia.
Episode 78
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Episode 78A showdown between John and Wayne over who's in charge at the property evolves.
Episode 79
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Episode 79Gordon and David come face to face for the first time since Patricia's affair.
Episode 80
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Episode 80Gordon and Patricia lay their cards on the table about the marriage breakup.
Episode 81
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Episode 81Jill's amazing revelation as to Fiona's whereabouts, infuriates Wayne. Patricia meddles in John's career plans.
Episode 82
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Episode 82Prue and Angela vie for John's attention. Rob is alarmed at Kevin's foolhardy speculation.
Episode 83
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Episode 83Kevin's attempt to prove his independence has disastrous results.
Episode 84
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Episode 84Rob's arrival at the Hamilton house gives Patricia cause for alarm. Beryl is disappointed by the reation to her good news.
Episode 85
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Episode 85Patricia fights a rear guard action to save her marriage. Lynn wakes to find she is not alone in the house.
Episode 86
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Episode 86Barbara and Patricia lock horns at Woombai. Lynn's warnings about Noel fall on deaf ears.
Episode 87
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Episode 87Susan's blindspot about Noel puts the Palmer family in jeopardy. John's aggressive attitude shocks Rob.
Episode 88
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Episode 88Wayne's damage to the Reid property horrifies Jill. Angela uses her persuasive powers to make Rob stay.
Episode 89
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Episode 89Wayne's negligence has disastrous effects on the Woombai project. Fiona and Patricia are forced to conceal their enmity when a close friend arrives.
Episode 90
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Episode 90The Hamilton's empire is on the verge of collapse and its fate lies in the hands of one person.
Episode 91
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Episode 91Fiona is reluctant to shatter a dying friend's illusions. David consoles Lynn in her dilemma.
Episode 92
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Episode 92Wayne's rejection of Jill's confession has bitter consequences. David and Beryl's happiness is rocked by Angela's bombshell.
Episode 93
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Episode 93Fiona's threats to reveal Patricia's past are foiled. Noel's scheming causes Susan distress.
Episode 94
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Episode 94Kevin's journalistic ambition endangers the Palmer family. Wayne's presumptuous attitudes have a drastic effect on Patricia.
Episode 95
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Episode 95Jill is shattered by Fiona's cold-hearted attitude. A threat of violence disrupts the Palmer household.
Episode 96
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Episode 96Fiona and Patricia are forced into an alliance at the reading of the Will. Rob is reluctant to reveal his true feelings to Angela.
Episode 97
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Episode 97Beryl vents her anger on John and tells him a few home truths. Wayne arrives home and finds an unwanted guest.
Episode 98
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Episode 98John is forced to make a decision as to where his loyalties lie. Patricia offers David the chance of a lifetime.
Episode 99
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Episode 99Noel's fiery temper lands Kevin in hot water. Fiona's attempt to nail Patricia backfires.
Episode 100
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Episode 100John and Angela finally come to an understanding on Prue. Patricia reveals her secret to Charlie and their scheming brings turmoil to the Hamilton household.
Episode 101
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Episode 101Prue finds the ice on which she's treading is thinner than she thought. Noel's breaking and entering spells trouble for the Palmer family.
Episode 102
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Episode 102Lynn's fears are realised when she returns home unexpectedly David's visit to Pentridge comes too late.
Episode 103
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Episode 103An unexpected proposal of marriage is met with laughter. Lynn's traumatic experience teaches Kevin a lesson.
Episode 104
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Episode 104Fiona is mortified by the bitterness of Angela's attack. Catastrophe strikes at the Palmer household when least expected.
Episode 105
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Episode 105Gordon is furious when he discovers the identity of Woombia's new owner. Rob is hurt by Angela's heated rejection of his generous gesture.
Episode 106
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Episode 106Susan's long awaited dream comes true. Angela's attitude jeopardizes the engagement. Fiona shocks Gordon with the truth about Patricia.
Episode 107
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Episode 107Kevin's popularity at the school social brings turbulence into his marriage. An uninvited caller threatens Jill.
Episode 108
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Episode 108Wayne bluffs his way out of a tight corner. Angela is faced with a decision which could jeopardize her engagement.
Episode 109
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Episode 109Wayne accidentally stumbles on to some valuable information about Patricia. A show of affection throws Jill into emotional turmoil.
Episode 110
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Episode 110Fiona is suspicious of Hal's motives. John fears for Angela's safety.
Episode 111
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Episode 111Beryl receives some distressing news from Sydney. Rivalry between Gordon and David over Angela's wedding ends in a bitter confrontation.
Episode 112
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Episode 112There's a reversal of fortune for the Palmer family and mystery surrounds the identity of Fiona's visitor.
Episode 113
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Episode 113An unexpected offer of employment brings Paul closer to the Hamilton's than he intended.
Episode 114
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Episode 114Angela and Rob's plans for the future are foiled by an untimely arrival. Wayne's not too subtle scheming meets with disapproval.
Episode 115
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Episode 115Patricia and Gordon's marriage is threatened by accusations of distrust.
Episode 116
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Episode 116Patricia's arrival in Melbourne throws Angela and Rob's wedding arrangements into turmoil.
Episode 117
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Episode 117Fiona is astounded to learn the truth about Paul. Conflict arises between David and Beryl over Patricia's ultimatum.
Episode 118
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Episode 118Divided feelings create an emotional crisis for Angela.
Episode 119
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Episode 119Rosie bears the brunt of Patricia's viciousness.
Episode 120
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Episode 120There's a tender moment between Kevin and Lynn as they resolve their differences.
Episode 121
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Episode 121John is shattered when he overhears a private conversation. Patricia undertakes to humiliate Barbara.
Episode 122
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Episode 122An emotional milestone for David and John heralds a new understanding.
Episode 123
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Episode 123An emergency causes Beryl to postpone her departure for Sydney.
Episode 124
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Episode 124A happy event is marred by an unexpected tragedy.
Episode 125
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Episode 125Patricia is devastated when she discovers Paul's true identity.
Episode 126
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Episode 126A catastrophe strikes David when he returns to Melbourne.
Episode 127
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Episode 127Angela and Rob's honeymoon happiness is shattered by an emotional crisis.
Episode 128
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Episode 128Tragedy in the Palmer family heals the rift between David and Kevin.
Episode 129
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Episode 129Beryl makes a final decision about her marriage.
Episode 130
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Episode 130It's an embarrassing moment for Patricia when Paul confronts her with the truth.
Episode 131
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Episode 131Patricia ropes Angela into a scheme to influence Paul.
Episode 132
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Episode 132Paul reaches a crucial decision. John takes a gamble on changing Beryl's mind.
Episode 133
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Episode 133Jill's proposed visit to Melbourne creates conflict between Kevin and Lynn.
Episode 134
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Episode 134Trouble at the truck depot puts David's job on the line.
Episode 135
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Episode 135Patricia's evil scheme pays off when she sees the rift in Angela and Rob's marriage.
Episode 136
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Episode 136John is foiled by the new love of his life. Patricia sees Angela and Rob's problems as a perfect excuse to see David.
Episode 137
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Episode 137An outing for the Palmers and Jill is sensationally interrupted.
Episode 138
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Episode 138There is pandemonium in the Palmer household as it awaits the arrival of the baby. David realises the hell through which Beryl has gone.
Episode 139
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Episode 139The opening of Fiona's riding school at Woombai is jarred by conflict. Beryl proves she is quite an enigma.
Episode 140
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Episode 140John discovers the truth about Di. Angela finds she can't cope with her feelings for Paul.
Episode 141
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Episode 141A reunion for Rosie with her granddaughter is traumatic. Angela makes a decision about her marriage to Rob.
Episode 142
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Episode 142Patricia is forced to change her tactics when she is cornered by Rob.
Episode 144Gayle makes a decision about her future. There's a surprise for Rob when he reaches Melbourne.
Episode 145
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Episode 145Patricia is horrified when Beryl confronts her with the news from Melbourne.
Episode 146
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Episode 146Patricia launches a desperate bid for David's affections.
Episode 147
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Episode 147Bitter allegations are hurled when David and Kevin clash.
Episode 148
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Episode 148Gordon plays into Patricia's hands by issuing a fiery ultimatum.
Episode 149
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Episode 149John pops a unexpected question. A flirtatious game of Gayle's backfires with terrible consequences.
Episode 150
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Episode 150Patricia involves a confused John in her predicament with Gordon.
Episode 151
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Episode 151John gambles with his and Di's future. Paul is forced to use bribery to gain an admission from Wayne.
Episode 152
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Episode 152Kevin unwittingly creates a stumbling block for Beryl when she pays a visit on David.
Episode 153
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Episode 153Hal makes John an offer he can't refuse. David and Beryl face the task of trying to repair their marriage.
Episode 154
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Episode 154Rosie proves she's unable to forgive Wayne. Beryl and Hal cement their friendship.
Episode 155
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Episode 155David is shocked to discover the identity of his new boss at the truck depot.
Episode 156
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Episode 156Paul's popularity creates bitter feelings for Wayne. Faced with a harrowing situation, Hal turns to Beryl for support.
Episode 157
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Episode 157Patricia's successful solution to John and David's work problems draws the three closer together.
Episode 158
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Episode 158Tragedy strikes for Hal when he reaches his lowest ebb.
Episode 159
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Episode 159Patricia persuades David to make an important confession to his family.
Episode 160
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Episode 160A letter from an old friend disturbs Rob. Paul finds there is no easy solution to the mess he's created.
Episode 161
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Episode 161Disturbing news from Angela places a further strain on Rob.
Episode 162
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Episode 162Serious accusations are hurled when David and Patricia argue.
Episode 163
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Episode 163Rosie's suggestion provides Paul and Gordon with the impetus to engage in a secret venture. Fiona plays the good samaritan to a lone mother.
Episode 164
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Episode 164David's trip to Sydney brings a nostalgic moment. A confession from Rob upsets Angela.
Episode 165
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Episode 165Devastation looms for Patricia following yet another argument with Kevin.
Episode 166
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Episode 166Fiona interferes when she realizes the consequences of Paul and Gayle's relationship. Angela discovers she was led to believe a lie.
Episode 167
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Episode 167Patricia lashes out in revenge with a possibly disastrous threat for David.
Episode 168
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Episode 168Angela's trip to Sydney turns nightmarish when she's suddenly lumped with a bundle of problems.
Episode 169
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Episode 169Disturbing news from Fiona adds another twist to Rob's predicament. John finds himself caught in an emotional bind inflicted by Patricia.
Episode 170
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Episode 170Gordon pops an unexpected question when Barbara comes to dinner. Lynn feels trapped when she witnesses Beryl's new-found independence
Episode 171
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Episode 171Alarming news from Jill forces Rob to tell Angela his secret. Paul is embarrassed by Gayle's recklessness.
Episode 172
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Episode 172An achievement of Lynn's meets with disapproval in the Palmer household. Paul reaches a crucial decision.
Episode 173
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Episode 173Angela proves she won't budge in her attitude towards Patricia. Jill becomes aware of Fiona's possessiveness and tries to snap her out of it.
Episode 174
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Episode 174Patricia delivers an ultimatum which has David reeling, but he's forced to cover his emotions at John and Angela's 21st birthday party.
Cast of Season 1
Peter PhelpsJohn Palmer
Alexandra FowlerAngela Hamilton
Rowena WallacePatricia Hamilton
Tom RichardsDavid Palmer
Pat McDonaldFiona Thompson
Brian BlainGordon Hamilton
Leila HayesBeryl Palmer
Ian RawlingsWayne Hamilton
Kim LewisJill Taylor
Ann Henderson-StiresSusan Palmer
Stephen ComeyKevin Palmer
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