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Alan Henderson

Alan Henderson, played by Peter Phelps, made his first appearance on 23 January 2012. Announced the previous December, Alan is introduced as the father of Stu Henderson (Brenton Thwaites). This role reunited Phelps with Robert Mammone (Sid Walker), a former co-star from Stingers.

Alan visits his hospitalized son and confronts Sid Walker, who had disciplined Stu for mistreating his daughter. Following a heated confrontation, Alan later threatens to pursue legal measures to have the charges against Stu dismissed. After Stu’s death, Alan undergoes questioning regarding his conduct. He attends the memorial service alongside his wife, Margaret Henderson (Susan Prior).

Alan experiences serious health problems, collapsing first at Angelo’s and then again in the hospital. Sid revives him and investigates his medications, uncovering that Margaret has been poisoning him; she is subsequently arrested. Alan withdraws his complaint against Sid, allowing Sid to resume his duties. Despite his fragile state, Alan appears at Sasha Bezmel’s court hearing, responding with anger when she is acquitted.

Henrietta Brown

Henrietta "Henri" Brown, portrayed by Emma Leonard, debuted on 6 February 2012 as a substitute English teacher at Summer Bay High. Introduced as Heath Braxton’s (Dan Ewing) former girlfriend, Henri becomes part of a romantic triangle involving Heath and April Scott (Rhiannon Fish). Series producer Lucy Addario emphasized this plotline as central, focusing on Henri’s efforts to reignite her relationship with Heath.

Henri’s character also becomes involved in a provocative storyline when she develops feelings for Heath’s younger brother, Casey (Lincoln Younes). They share two kisses, raising questions about the appropriateness of their connection. Younes acknowledged the storyline's challenging nature, describing it as an exploration of the delicate line between attraction and its repercussions.

Within the story, Henri is employed by Gina Austin (Sonia Todd) as a substitute teacher. She reconnects with Heath and forms a friendship with Bianca Scott (Lisa Gormley). After a one-night encounter with Heath, Henri pursues him but ultimately ends their relationship. When Casey discovers this past involvement, he confronts Henri, creating tension over her tutoring role. Nevertheless, Henri resumes tutoring Casey and they begin a clandestine romantic relationship.

This narrative highlighted intricate personal dynamics within the school environment and contributed to audience engagement during its broadcast.

Christy Clarke

Christy Clarke, enacted by Isabelle Cornish, appeared first on 6 March 2012. Cornish’s casting was revealed in February 2012 for an extended guest role. She initially auditioned for the role of Sasha Bezmel, which was ultimately given to Demi Harman.

Cornish characterized Christy as a "bad girl" who is "impeccably styled, popular, and demands attention," playing a significant part in the 2012 storyline revolving around the murder of Stu Henderson (Brenton Thwaites). As a close friend harboring feelings for Stu, Christy becomes obsessed with identifying his murderer following his death. She targets Stu’s ex-girlfriend Sasha with the intention to "destroy her" through bullying and social exclusion.

After it emerges that Sasha accidentally caused Stu’s death, Christy intensifies her harassment by persuading Alicia Spears (Chelsea Giles) to shun Sasha, kicking her during recess under the guise of an accident, and sending threatening emails to intimidate her. Christy and her group physically assault Sasha at the beach. Upon Sasha reporting these incidents, Gina Austin (Sonia Todd) uncovers video evidence leading to Christy’s expulsion. Later, Christy provokes Sasha during her testimony at the murder trial.

Melissa Gregg

Melissa "Mel" Gregg, played by Allison Cratchley, made her first appearance on 13 April 2012. Mel is a medical professional and the former spouse of Harvey Ryan (Marcus Graham). After ending her relationship and experiencing a failed romance in the city, she returns to Summer Bay with her daughter, Lottie, seeking assistance from her parents. Cratchley highlighted the friction between Mel and Harvey's partner, Roo Stewart (Georgie Parker), emphasizing Mel’s challenges as a single mother managing personal difficulties.

Mel reconnects with Harvey, which leads to a one-night encounter driven by lingering emotions. She finds a position at the local hospital and starts dating her coworker Sid Walker (Robert Mammone). Despite this, Mel faces struggles both in her career and personal life, especially dealing with the loss of their son, Ben. Financial strain forces Harvey to sell their home, further complicating their relationship.

Tensions rise when Mel loses patience with Lottie over relationship matters, causing Lottie to move in with Harvey. Mel’s mental health declines; she lashes out at both Harvey and Roo before seeking treatment back in the city. Upon returning, Mel and Harvey become embroiled in a custody dispute over Lottie, with Mel threatening to disclose information about Ben’s death. Eventually, Harvey relents, and Roo discovers that Harvey had been intoxicated during the tragic boating incident. Initially, Lottie wishes to remain in Summer Bay but changes her mind after realizing Mel would be alone in the city. Weeks later, Harvey ends his relationship with Roo and reaches out to Mel.

Lottie Ryan

Charlotte "Lottie" Ryan, portrayed by Morgan Weaving, first appeared on 16 April 2012. The casting was publicized on 31 March 2012. Weaving is the younger sibling of Samara Weaving, who also featured in the series. She moved to Sydney in October 2011 for filming and appreciated working close to her sister. Lottie is the daughter of Melissa Gregg (Allison Cratchley) and Harvey Ryan (Marcus Graham). After Melissa’s separation from Harvey, she and Lottie relocated to the city before arriving in Summer Bay.

Weaving described Lottie as "fun-loving, an endearing nerd who speaks her mind." Her storylines gained traction from late April 2012 onward.

In Summer Bay, Harvey apologizes to both Lottie and Melissa for his previous absence. Upon discovering that Harvey has a girlfriend and has concealed family information, Lottie spends time with him and Roo Stewart (Georgie Parker). She meets Dexter Walker (Charles Cottier) at The Diner where they play chess; after winning money, she gives it to Harvey to help ease tensions with Melissa. Dexter agrees to tutor Lottie but cancels to support April Scott (Rhiannon Fish). Lottie confides in Dexter about her brother’s death, and he assists her with a science project. Eventually, she returns to the city with her mother.

Jett James

Jett James, portrayed by Will McDonald, made his debut on 7 May 2012. His casting was announced in April 2012. McDonald described Jett as "a troublemaker who arrives in the Bay stirring up conflict," quickly coming into opposition with residents such as VJ Patterson. This role marked McDonald’s television debut. In 2013, he received a nomination for the Most Popular New Male Talent Logie Award.

Natalie Davison

Natalie Davison, portrayed by Catherine Mack, made her debut on 16 May 2012. Mack received the role unexpectedly while in Los Angeles and described it as an ideal opportunity. Natalie serves as a school counsellor at Summer Bay High, offering support to students such as Sasha Bezmel and Casey Braxton amid intense adolescent conflicts.

Mack depicted Natalie as driven, compassionate, and altruistic, yet shaped by personal imperfections stemming from a challenging youth. Her storyline featured a complicated romantic involvement with Darryl Braxton, which added complexity to his character during darker plot developments. Additionally, she provided guidance to Jett James and navigated Casey Braxton’s traumatic family struggles, including his act of shooting his father.

In 2013, Mack was nominated for the Most Popular New Female Talent at the Logie Awards. Later that year, she chose to exit the series to address unresolved family issues.

Natalie’s journey intertwined professional obstacles with personal relationships: she supported troubled teens, formed a romantic bond with Brax complicated by Casey’s legal difficulties, and later entered a relationship with Zac MacGuire. Following Brax’s shooting and the end of her relationship with Zac, Natalie confronted her past upon learning her mother was alive, leading to her departure from Summer Bay in search of her.

Danny Braxton

Daniel "Danny" Braxton, played by Andy McPhee, was introduced on 30 May 2012. His casting was announced earlier that year, with the character revealed in May 2012 as the father of Darryl, Heath, and Casey Braxton. Danny appeared in a six-month guest role that enriched the Braxton family narrative.

Danny is characterized by a troubled history and fraught relationships with his sons, who struggle with his absence and criminal background. His presence brings themes of regret and unresolved familial conflict that influence the family dynamics and storylines.

After being released from prison, Danny attempts to retrieve money from his ex-wife Cheryl and engages in manipulative schemes, including exploiting Ruby Buckton for financial gain. These actions heighten tensions with Heath and Casey, ultimately provoking violent confrontations.

His arc concludes with a botched robbery during which Casey shoots him; Danny dies undergoing surgery. This storyline emphasizes betrayal and the repercussions of past deeds within the Braxton family saga.

Kyle Braxton

Kyle Braxton, portrayed by Nic Westaway, first appeared on 8 August 2012. His casting was publicized on 28 June 2012. Digital Spy announced Westaway’s addition as a series regular, signaling further development of the Braxton family. In September, Kyle kidnaps Casey Braxton (Lincoln Younes), holding him captive in the desert before revealing he is Danny Braxton’s (Andy McPhee) son.

Tim Graham

Tim Graham, played by Jonny Pasvolsky, arrived on screen on 17 August 2012. His casting was confirmed on 6 August 2012. Tim is introduced as Roo Stewart's (Georgie Parker) former boyfriend who unexpectedly appears in Summer Bay following Roo’s engagement to Harvey Ryan (Marcus Graham). The two had dated in New York before their relationship ended prior to Roo’s return to Australia.

Pasvolsky described Tim as charming, stylish, and embodying "New York energy." Though married at one point, he had an affair with Roo; after his marriage dissolved, he recognized Roo as his true love. He attempts to rekindle their relationship using some calculated strategies.

Tamara Kingsley

Tamara Jane Kingsley, brought to life by Kelly Paterniti, made her first appearance on 1 October 2012 and departed the series on 21 May 2014. To take on the role, Paterniti moved from Western Australia to Sydney and initially experienced apprehension about joining Home and Away. In late 2012, Tamara became entangled in a romantic triangle involving Casey Braxton (Lincoln Younes) and Sasha Bezmel (Demi Harman). This plotline deepened throughout 2013, emphasizing Tamara’s bond with Casey, particularly as she supported him during his vulnerable moments. Her history reveals a "fairly abusive relationship" with her ex-boyfriend Nelson (Anthony Gee), whose arrival in Summer Bay stirs additional complications.

Lisa Flemming

Lisa Flemming, portrayed by Rachael Beck, featured on the show from 5 October until 22 November 2012. She was introduced as a physiotherapist who aids Dexter Walker (Charles Cottier) in his rehabilitation following a car accident. Lisa also becomes romantically involved with Dex’s father, Sid Walker (Robert Mammone), sharing an instant connection despite facing difficulties.

The relationship between Sid and Lisa begins quietly but encounters obstacles when Dex uncovers that Lisa is still legally married to Neil Flemming (Josef Ber), though they are separated. Lisa admits that Neil occasionally stays at their shared residence. As tensions escalate, Sid ends the relationship after Dex expresses his anger. Subsequently, Lisa confides that Neil has subjected her to years of physical abuse, prompting Sid to support her as she obtains an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) against him. Neil retaliates by assaulting Sid and threatening Lisa’s family but is eventually taken into custody. Despite these events, Lisa chooses to return briefly to Neil in an effort to protect Sid’s family before planning a permanent departure, ultimately bidding farewell to Sid.

Adam Sharpe

Adam Sharpe, enacted by Martin Lynes, first appeared on 16 October 2012. Introduced as a businessman with a complicated background, Adam is connected to the Braxton family, notably serving as a former mentor to Darryl Braxton and rival to Heath Braxton (Dan Ewing). Though charismatic and affluent, Adam’s presence is characterized by manipulation and involvement in criminal undertakings.

Upon arriving in Summer Bay, Adam offers assistance to the Braxtons in their search for their missing half-brother Kyle and provides financial aid to Darryl Braxton by paying off debts. He becomes involved with Bianca Scott, supplying her with drugs during her period of mourning over her son’s death, which causes strain within the Braxton family circle. Adam’s son, Jamie Sharpe, further intensifies tensions through confrontations involving Leah Patterson-Baker and criminal activities culminating in both Adam and Jamie being arrested.

Following his release from custody, Adam intensifies his vendetta by abducting Heath’s daughter, Darcy Callahan, using her as leverage to force Heath into perilous dealings. A violent showdown leaves Adam gravely wounded but alive. Seeking retribution, he manipulates his sister Ricky Sharpe against the Braxtons by framing Casey Braxton for robbery and holding Casey’s partner hostage. His actions escalate to shooting Darryl Braxton and attempting to kill him again while he is hospitalized before being captured.

Adam receives a sentence ranging from 25 years to life imprisonment. In a final revelation, he admits to murdering Johnny Barrett—a crime initially blamed on Darryl Braxton—thereby influencing legal matters concerning the Braxton family.

Jamie Sharpe

James "Jamie" Sharpe, played by Hugo Johnstone-Burt, was featured on the show from 19 October 2012 until 8 March 2013. The character and casting details were revealed on 28 June 2012. Johnstone-Burt characterized Jamie as a "very unsettling stalker type" and collaborated extensively with Ada Nicodemou, who portrays Leah Patterson-Baker.

During a charity event, Jamie attracts Leah's interest. Despite their age difference and Leah's concerns about her young son, they share a kiss and begin a relationship. Jamie openly discusses his difficult family history, which Leah finds relatable. Nevertheless, his overwhelming generosity soon causes Leah discomfort.

Claire Crick of All About Soap described Jamie as "disturbing," highlighting how his obsessive tendencies escalated to property damage following Leah's rejection. This behavior compelled Leah to leave Summer Bay for her safety.

Jamie’s narrative involves attending fundraising events, persistently pursuing Leah, and exhibiting increasingly threatening actions such as spying on her while she sleeps and menacing her son VJ. After VJ warns Jamie to stay away and suffers an attack, Leah departs town to avoid further danger.

Subsequently, under orders from Adam Sharpe, Jamie assaults Heath; both are arrested for their offenses. While incarcerated alongside Casey Braxton, Casey intervenes to shield Jamie from an assault before Jamie is relocated to another facility.

Others

Date(s)	Character	Actor	Context
1 February	Andy	Jack Horsley	Friend of Ruby Buckton (Rebecca Breeds) who comments on her late night while she is with Casey Braxton (Lincoln Younes).
2 February	Adrian	Daniel Nemes	Prospective buyer for the new resort; after surfing with Romeo Smith (Luke Mitchell), purchases five apartments despite Dennis Harling’s (Daniel Roberts) initial doubts.
3 February	Mrs Porter	Annie Suttor	Hospital patient cared for by Nurse Julie Cooper (Lisa Hayson-Phillips) and Dexter Walker (Charles Cottier).
3 February – 17 August	Dr Worsley	Michael Cullen	Medical staff assisting Nurse Julie Cooper in treating Irene Roberts (Lynne McGranger); later informs the Braxton brothers about their father’s death during surgery.
3–9 February	Kathy	Rachel Strickland	Dates councillor Harvey Ryan (Marcus Graham), supports his opposition to Dennis Harling’s resort development; relationship ends after Harvey wins election.
6 February	Bruce	Dan Prowse	Delivers chairs to Angelo’s restaurant under Geoffrey King’s instruction, despite no request from Darryl Braxton (Stephen Peacocke).
7 February	Nathan Cunningham	Erin Mullally	Stripper hired for Bianca Scott’s hen party who leaves upon spotting former teachers in attendance.
9 February	Election official	Lindsay Moss	Announces Harvey Ryan’s election as Summer Bay councillor.
13–14 February	Paparazzo	Nick Dale	Harasses Liam Murphy (Axle Whitehead) and Bianca Scott (Lisa Gormley) before their wedding, creating tension and legal complications.
15 February – 26 March	Sully	Roger Scriberras	Assists Darryl Braxton (Steve Peacocke) with cage fight training; later involved in criminal acts including robbery and hostage situations.
16 February – 14 March	Tyler Churchill	Gustavo Barbosa	Ex-juvenile detainee linked to Casey Braxton; engages in theft, deceit, and violent conduct leading to intervention by the Braxton family.
17 February	Jim	Matt Greenlaw	Interested in buying John Palmer’s car; vehicle stolen by Tyler Churchill during test drive.
21 February – 23 March	Referee	Nick Zemaitis	Oversees Darryl Braxton’s cage fights, including a controversial bout despite Leah Patterson-Baker’s (Ada Nicodemou) concerns about injury.
21 February	Announcer	Kieran Revell	Introduces fighters ahead of Darryl Braxton’s cage match.
21 February	Dick Norris	Uncredited	Opponent in cage fight with Darryl Braxton; known for aggressive style and exceeding weight limit, resulting in victory over Brax.
22 February	Shari	Jacqueline Doran	Discovered with Darryl Braxton at a party by Leah Patterson-Baker.

Date(s)	Character	Actor	Context
23 February – 23 March	Alys Daroy	"Niece of the mayor dating Harvey Ryan; helps with fundraising but faces friction during social events involving Roo Stewart."
24 February	James Colette	"Bus passenger asking John Palmer about departure times."
28 February	Jamel Boukabou	"Removalist clearing Dennis Harling’s home as he prepares to leave town."
29 February	Victoria Darke	"Seen kissing Darryl Braxton at surf club; later found undressed with him at his residence."
2 March	Melissa Armstrong	"Greets Roo Stewart at press conference unveiling Harvey Ryan’s development plans; reveals she is sole applicant, prompting Roo to push Harvey into pool."
5–9 March	Wayne Bradley	"Xavier Austin’s trainer at police academy; initially critical but later praises Xavier’s notable arrest."
5 March	Elliott Collinson	"Police officer present during Xavier Austin’s request to leave academy."
6 March – 3 April	Susan Prior	"Mother of Stu Henderson; confronts Sasha Bezmel over son's death; arrested for poisoning husband Alan."
9 March	Jack Martin	"Participant in police cadet role-play involving Xavier Austin."
9 March	Jack McTaggart	"Police cadet interacting with Xavier Austin and Cato during training."
9 March	Christopher Darling	"Attempts robbery at coffee shop; subdued and arrested by Xavier Austin."
9 March – 9 May	Miranda O'Hare	"Hostage during coffee shop robbery; later involved in incident at Angelo’s restaurant."
	Uncredited	"Police cadet partnered with Xavier Austin during exercises; noted for social interactions."
13 March – 11 April	Alan Flower	"Vocal coach hired by Irene Roberts; accused by Liam Murphy of stealing lyrics causing conflict."
	Josef Brown	"Carpenter convinced to support fundraising efforts; involved in social dynamics with Roo Stewart and Fleur Simpson."
Kiara Legay	"Leads group attacking Sasha Bezmel in retaliation for Stu Henderson’s death; video evidence results in suspension."
Meg MacIntosh	"Performs pregnancy scans for Bianca Scott."
Susie Collins	"University student introduced as Indigo Walker's friend; facilitates connection with brother Logan Meyer."
David Berry	"Develops romantic interest in Indigo Walker; navigates complex relationships."
John-Paul Jory	"Police officer involved in investigations including arrests, crime scene management, and support of key characters over several years."
Christian Antidormi	"High school student and River Boys member engaged in bullying and school conflicts."
Michael Sheasby	"Surfer romantically involved with Ruby Buckton; implicated in drug planting leading to legal troubles and violent confrontation."
Lyndall Iron	"Presides over court case delivering verdict on Sasha Bezmel's murder charge."
Garth Russell	"Customs officer discovering marijuana in Ruby Buckton’s possession leading to investigation."
Rae Loomes & Camille Piazza	"University friends influencing Dexter Walker's romantic pursuits."
Jack O'Rourke	"Summer Bay mayor opposing Harvey Ryan’s redevelopment plans following political disputes."
Tim Draxl	"Dating site acquaintance of Leah Patterson-Baker whose depressive tendencies strain interaction."
Mitchell Burgess	"River Boy involved in confrontations at Angelo’s restaurant and social events."
Sophie Gregg	"Mother of Jett James, illiterate due to illness, found deceased at home."
Ryan Gibson	"Teacher administering discipline at Summer Bay High involved in conflicts with Casey Braxton."
Sarah Pope & Michael Cumes	"Retailer refusing dress return; surf shop owner negotiating sponsorship deals linked to Romeo Smith’s career."
Cameron Stewart	"Police officer overseeing multiple investigations including shootings, arson, trials, internal affairs prior to city transfer."
Stephen Noad & Joss McWilliam	"Prison guards interacting with Danny Braxton and visitors including Darryl Braxton."
Uncredited	"Son of Heath Braxton and Bianca Scott born prematurely facing medical challenges before dying from sudden infant death syndrome."
Kate Skinner & Douglas Hansell	"Modeling agency representative evaluating Indigo Walker; photographer conducting photo shoots amid creative differences."
Joanna Downing, Rose Purse & Alexandra Aldrich	"Medical staff attending key patients including Dexter Walker, Heath Braxton, Bianca Scott during critical health events."
Anthony Burke	"Sports company representative hiring Romeo Smith as salesman based on interview impression."
Lucas Connolly, Radek Jonak, Dave Kirkham, Daniel Krige	"Individuals involved in criminal acts or personal storylines affecting main characters including thefts, paternity issues, hospital patients, drug deals."
Danny Mulvihill, Ben McNalli, Christian Willis	"Figures connected to drug trafficking intersecting with Darryl Braxton’s activities and law enforcement scrutiny."
Alison McGirr, Mark Hodson, Richard Healy	"Social workers, pub manager witnessing armed robbery involving Casey Braxton; neurologist overseeing Dexter Walker’s recovery across years."
Rose Purse, Julia Kennedy Scott, Penny Gray, James Lugton	"Healthcare professionals supporting patient care across various storylines including brain injury recovery and infant treatment."
Himself (Ross Farghar), Eddie Farghar	"Support roles facilitating transportation logistics for key characters' outback journey."
Joel Barker, Alex Nicholas & Ben Jesinowski, Taylor Thomson	"High school student disciplined for misconduct; repo men enforcing loan defaults affecting Darryl Braxton; charity representative receiving donations from community events."
Kate Jenkinson, Jason Cavenagh et al., Thomas Hayden & Chris Weir	"Characters involved in tense encounters related to Kyle Braxton’s storyline including law enforcement interventions."
Scott Johnson, John Batchelor, Josef Ber	"Romantic interests impacting Marilyn Chambers; friends supporting political campaigns; antagonistic figure causing family tensions."
Ksenija Lukich, Christopher Morris, Fiona Press, Patrick Trumper	"Party attendee influencing social dynamics; legal representatives managing trials involving Casey Braxton and Darryl Braxton."
Stephanie Son, Richard Huggett	"Court officials delivering verdicts on high-profile cases; best friend supporting Harvey Ryan’s stag party."

External links

• Cast and characters on the Official AU Home and Away site
• Cast and characters on the Official UK Home and Away site
• Cast and characters at the Internet Movie Database
• Natalie Davison featured on the Official AU Home and Away website