Carolyn Johnstone

Garland Cole
Occupation	Fictional character
Years active	2011
Known for	Character on Neighbours

Garland Cole

Garland Cole, played by Jack Finsterer, made his first appearance on 28 January 2011. A former convict engaged in unlawful street racing, Garland marks Finsterer's second stint on Neighbours, having previously portrayed Russell Sykes in 1992. Production for his scenes commenced in October 2010. A journalist from the Western Mail characterized Garland as a villain whose "ugly nature" resurfaced upon his comeback.

Garland reaches out to Lucas Fitzgerald (Scott Major) via Billy Forman (Jez Constable) to arrange illicit car rebirthing operations. Although Lucas initially refuses, he soon participates in Garland's street races, securing victories that yield significant earnings for both Garland and Billy. Garland then coerces Lucas into losing a race deliberately; when Lucas defies this by winning, Garland retaliates by orchestrating an assault on him and damaging his residence. Ultimately, Lucas complies with Garland’s demands to recover the financial losses.

Garland introduces Lucas to a newcomer racer named Rob, who is later unveiled as undercover officer Mark Brennan (Scott McGregor). Following another win by Lucas, Garland grows suspicious of the strained relationship between Mark and Lucas. His suspicions deepen when he discovers Kate Ramsay (Ashleigh Brewer) concealed in the garage during a vehicle collection. Mark subsequently arrests Garland, resulting in an eighteen-month prison sentence.

Troy Miller

Troy Miller, portrayed by Dieter Brummer, first appeared on 10 May 2011. Brummer signed on for a seven-week engagement and relocated to Melbourne for filming purposes. Troy is the former boyfriend of Sonya Mitchell (Eve Morey) and the biological father of Callum Jones (Morgan Baker). Brummer described Troy as a figure connected to Sonya's difficult past who arrives in Erinsborough aiming to resolve outstanding matters with her. While not intentionally provocative, Troy’s demeanor sparks friction, particularly between Sonya and her partner, Toadfish Rebecchi (Ryan Moloney). After creating turmoil for Callum, Sonya, and Toadie, Troy leaves Erinsborough abruptly. On 2 March 2012, it was announced that Brummer would return for a six-week guest appearance.

Carolyn Johnstone

Carolyn Johnstone, enacted by Paula Duncan, debuted on 25 May 2011 as the fiancée of Harold Bishop. Brought into the series by executive producer Susan Bower, Carolyn was designed to introduce fresh interactions on Ramsay Street and was filmed at the Nunawading studios. Duncan, who had previously appeared on Neighbours in 1985, described Carolyn as an "ambitious and dramatic" woman who found love with the gentle and modest Harold.

Carolyn transitioned from a corporate lawyer to a business owner of Earthly Essence Teas. Harold encountered her through this tea enterprise, which became central to her professional persona. Their relationship encountered obstacles, including disapproval from Harold’s friend Lou Carpenter and friction involving other residents such as Toadfish Rebecchi.

Throughout their narrative arc, Carolyn and Harold deal with challenges stemming from community dynamics and personal commitments, culminating in their wedding despite Harold’s delayed arrival. They also attempt to influence other residents’ relationships, highlighting Carolyn’s assertive approach to social situations. Following their honeymoon, they prepare to depart Erinsborough but maintain involvement in local affairs until leaving. By 2015, Harold reveals that their relationship has ended.

Critics acknowledged Carolyn’s commanding presence on Ramsay Street, with media outlets emphasizing her role as a spirited character who infused new vitality into the show. Her storyline blended entrepreneurial ventures with personal developments, enriching the series’ portrayal of mature relationships and business endeavors.

Ivan DeMarco

Ivan DeMarco, played by Ben Knight, made his first appearance on 2 June 2011 as a rebellious romantic interest for Natasha Williams. Introduced by Susan Bower, Ivan was depicted as being a decade older than Natasha, which added complexity to their storyline. In June 2011, Inside Soap spotlighted Ivan's negative influence on Natasha, who sent him suggestive photographs in an attempt to gain his approval. Ivan then betrayed her trust by distributing these images among his friends and schoolmates, causing a major controversy at her school. The character was branded a "cad" by TV Week and described as a "hunky bad boy" by the Daily Star.

Ivan and Natasha meet during an evening out, and he pursues a clandestine relationship despite learning she is only seventeen. He supplies her with a counterfeit ID and avoids meeting her father, Michael. Although Natasha arranges a lunch to introduce them, Ivan evades engagement and departs when questioned about his intentions. Their secret romance continues with gifts and outings, while Natasha insists on keeping it discreet.

The situation deteriorates when Natasha’s explicit photos are leaked online after Ivan’s friends view them. Despite Ivan’s apologies, Natasha confronts him and destroys his phone. Following this, Ivan and his friends publicly discuss the photos, prompting Michael to retaliate by smashing Ivan’s phone. The tension culminates in Michael physically assaulting Ivan during an altercation on Ramsay Street.

At school, Ivan demands to know whether Michael intends to involve the police and asserts that Natasha took the photos herself. He threatens legal action against Michael for assault, resulting in a standoff witnessed by many. Eventually, Michael orders Ivan to leave, bringing their conflict to an end as Ivan walks away.

Duncan Hayes

Duncan Hayes, portrayed by Paul Ireland, first appeared on 15 June 2011 as a senior police superintendent overseeing Mark Brennan. Ireland’s casting was announced in April 2011 with an initial contract spanning thirteen episodes.

Hayes becomes involved when Mark uncovers corruption within the force and faces threats, prompting Hayes to recommend witness protection. Despite challenges involving Mark’s partner Kate Ramsay (Ashleigh Brewer), Hayes coordinates the operation with an emphasis on security and discretion. He later confronts Kate about compromising Mark’s safety by breaking her silence.

Hayes also interacts with Toadfish Rebecchi (Ryan Moloney), maintaining confidentiality regarding Mark’s status following a fatal incident. He subsequently informs Kate of Mark’s death and investigates attacks on other characters such as Chris Pappas, leading to arrests and interrogations of suspects including Kyle Canning and Lewis Walton. In 2013, Hayes demotes Sergeant Matt Turner (Josef Brown) after Turner admits involvement in a robbery.

More than ten years later, Hayes is approached by Yasmine Shields (Chrishell Stause) who presents new evidence concerning her brother Heath Royce’s (Ethan Panizza) death implicating Holly Hoyland (Lucinda Armstrong Hall). After reviewing video and audio material, Hayes concludes there is insufficient grounds to reopen the case and cautions Yasmine against engaging in illegal activities that could result in her arrest.

Ajay Kapoor

Ajay Kapoor, brought to life by Sachin Joab, made his initial appearance on 13 July 2011. By December of that year, Ajay, along with his wife Priya (Menik Gooneratne) and their daughter Rani (Coco Cherian), was elevated to the main cast for 2012. Having grown up in Erinsborough, Ajay enjoyed a prosperous career in finance prior to pursuing his ambitions as a local councilor. He is depicted as a positive individual who values family deeply. Ajay and Priya entered marriage early due to expecting their daughter. Occasionally, Ajay’s habit of making unilateral decisions without consulting Priya leads to friction, although he generally succeeds in resolving disputes between them. Soon after his arrival, Ajay found himself in competition with Paul Robinson.

Rhys Lawson

Rhys Lawson, portrayed by Ben Barber, first appeared on 13 July 2011. Announced in May 2011, Rhys is introduced as a medical professional working at Erinsborough Hospital. Barber describes the character as driven and focused—qualities that sometimes land him in difficult situations. Ambitious and viewing Erinsborough as somewhat provincial, Rhys aspires to become a surgeon and is prepared to challenge colleagues such as Karl Kennedy.

Michelle Tran

Michelle Tran, played by HaiHa Le, debuted on 15 July 2011 in a guest role lasting two months on Neighbours. Announced on 1 June 2011, Le expressed that joining the series was a "real gift" and suggested Michelle’s unique, troublemaking qualities would make her a compelling addition to Ramsay Street.

Michelle enters the storyline as a client of Jade Mitchell (Gemma Pranita) who is seeking housing. She moves into Number 26 with Jade and Kyle Canning (Chris Milligan), quickly earning the reputation of being the "housemate from hell." Though initially seeming cooperative, Michelle’s disruptive conduct soon unsettles her roommates. While she can be irritating, she is also well-intentioned and tends to act impulsively without weighing potential outcomes, yet retains a "heart of gold." The character’s darker nuances offered Le an engaging role, further enhanced by a vibrant wardrobe.

Michelle develops an intense infatuation with Lucas Fitzgerald (Scott Major), a close friend of Jade and Kyle. Known for her persistence, she disregards rejection and dismisses unwanted criticism. Their relationship progresses until Lucas reveals he has inherited wealth. After Lucas ends things, Michelle responds destructively and struggles to move forward despite Jade’s counsel. Tensions escalate when Jade and Kyle request Michelle to move out; initially refusing due to her lease obligations, she eventually agrees following incidents of property damage and lease violations. Before leaving, Michelle exposes Jade and Kyle’s friends-with-benefits arrangement to Lucas and Sonya.

Michelle’s narrative explores themes of interpersonal conflict, tenancy difficulties, and complicated romantic entanglements within the show’s ensemble cast.

Noah Parkin

Noah Parkin, enacted by Orpheus Pledger, made his debut on 27 July 2011. His casting was announced on 25 May 2011 with Pledger signing on for six months. Executive producer Susan Bower described Noah as a unique addition distinct from regular characters and commended Pledger’s suitability for the role. Noah is a senior student at Erinsborough High portrayed as a "cool, guitar-playing guy" with a free-spirited nature and positive intentions. He is the son of a minister—kind-hearted, independent, and unconcerned with social status.

Noah initially bonds with Sophie Ramsay over shared musical interests; however, Sophie develops an unreturned attraction towards him. Instead, Noah becomes infatuated with her older sister Kate, misinterpreting Kate’s friendliness as romantic interest—a misunderstanding that drives significant plot developments.

Critics noted Noah’s emerging "bad boy" tendencies alongside his escalating stalking behavior toward Kate, which became central to the storyline. His actions included declaring Kate as his girlfriend and appearing unexpectedly at her workplace—signaling a darker turn in his narrative arc.

Noah’s story begins at Erinsborough High where he impresses classmates with guitar skills and artistic talents. He supports Sophie’s musical growth and participates in local initiatives like the History Wall project led by Kate. However, complications arise when Noah’s feelings for Kate lead to misunderstandings and conflict.

Following an accidental kiss from Kate, Noah’s conduct worsens—he sends unsolicited drawings, denies theft accusations, and falsely claims their kiss publicly. This prompts an investigation by school authorities after Sophie confirms the truth. Ultimately, Noah admits to pursuing Kate and attempts reconciliation before departing.

This storyline delves into themes of obsession and boundary violations within a youth drama context, enhancing audience engagement through emotional tension and layered character portrayal.

Aidan Foster

Aidan Foster, brought to life by Bobby Morley, made his first appearance on 19 August 2011. His casting was revealed on 18 June 2011, with an initial contract extending for six months. Aidan entered the storyline as a romantic partner for Chris Pappas (James Mason), marking the series' inaugural gay couple. Executive producer Susan Bower characterized Aidan's narrative as exploring a mature relationship challenge rather than focusing solely on a gay romance. Reviewer Anthony D. Langford commended the character's wit and depth, though he observed that Aidan appeared somewhat older in comparison to Chris.

Martin Chambers

Martin Chambers, portrayed by John Wood, was introduced on 1 September 2011. His casting was announced on 3 June 2011, with filming commencing soon thereafter. Wood embraced the recurring role as an opportunity to return to commercial television. Executive producer Susan Bower expressed excitement about Wood joining the ensemble, highlighting Martin's engaging storyline.

As the head of surgery at Erinsborough Hospital, Martin is depicted as driven, focused, and uncompromising—traits that position him alternately as an ally or adversary depending on the situation. Wood described Martin as formidable with strong convictions, while script producer Emma Gordon remarked that despite his seniority, Martin maintains a larrikin nature reminiscent of Wood’s previous roles.

Martin primarily functions as a narrative link between established characters Karl Kennedy (Alan Fletcher) and Rhys Lawson (Ben Barber). The storyline revolves around professional competition and tension, particularly surrounding Rhys’s surgical ambitions and Karl’s feelings of marginalization. Martin’s interactions include mentoring Rhys and confronting Karl, with social settings such as golf outings and barbecues serving to develop these relationships.

Within hospital scenes, Martin participates in surgical interviews alongside senior surgeon Jessica Girdwood (Glenda Linscott), where he critiques Rhys’s skills and professionalism. These moments highlight Martin’s exacting standards and authority within the hospital hierarchy.

Priya Kapoor

Priya Kapoor, enacted by Menik Gooneratne, debuted on 1 September 2011. Gooneratne had previously appeared in Neighbours as Shanti Pandya in 2000 and was cast in this role in July 2011. By December 2011, Priya and her husband Ajay (Sachin Joab) were elevated to regular status, with their daughter Rani (Coco Cherian) introduced shortly afterward. Priya is portrayed as "feisty and determined." Having married young due to pregnancy with Rani, Priya and Ajay focused heavily on their careers at the expense of their marriage, resulting in communication struggles. In October 2012, Priya embarked on an affair with Paul Robinson (Stefan Dennis), which she described as revitalizing her and making her "feel alive again."

Lorraine Dowski

Lorraine Dowski, played by Zoe Bertram, appeared from 23 September 2011 in a guest role lasting four weeks. Bertram, known for her work on Prisoner, took on the role of Lorraine, a Polish cleaner employed by Paul Robinson (Stefan Dennis). The character was noted for being "less than diplomatic," requiring Bertram to adopt a pronounced Polish accent. Critics felt the accent was somewhat exaggerated and questioned Lorraine’s narrative function beyond assisting Paul in opposing a new shopping center development.

Initially hired by Rhys Lawson (Ben Barber) to clean Number 26 and subsequently recommended to Paul, Lorraine earned the position after proving her discretion. She became involved with the History Wall project, gaining insight into local affairs. A dispute with Jade Mitchell (Gemma Pranita) led to Lorraine’s removal from cleaning duties. Later, Paul offered Lorraine a reporter position tasked with investigating council corruption involving Ajay Kapoor; however, she declined to spy on Ajay and resigned before Paul could dismiss her.

Emilia Jovanovic

Emilia Jovanovic, played by Freya Stafford, made her first appearance on 30 September 2011, signing a contract for six months. Emilia is a sophisticated Serbian hairdresser who works internationally as a makeup and hair artist. She is revealed to be the estranged aunt of Natasha Williams, reconnecting with her after many years apart. Emilia's entry into the storyline brings to light hidden family secrets, affecting Natasha's adolescent challenges and creating friction with Michael Williams, Natasha’s father, who is apprehensive about Emilia exposing truths related to his deceased wife, Helena.

Their initial encounter occurs during a fashion shoot where Emilia mistakes Natasha for a model. Upon learning that Natasha is her niece, Emilia travels to Erinsborough and begins to explore the family’s complex relationships, including Michael’s concealment regarding Helena’s passing. A chance meeting with Lucas Fitzgerald further complicates Emilia’s interactions with both Michael and Natasha.

Emilia and Lucas share a short-lived romantic connection; however, their relationship becomes strained when Lucas disapproves of Emilia’s additional work as a nude model. Meanwhile, Emilia develops a closer bond with Michael, encouraging him to resume teaching and eventually engaging in a clandestine romantic relationship with him. This secret causes tension when Lucas uncovers their affair and subsequently ends his friendships with both.

Following disclosures about Helena’s death and Emilia’s involvement in family secrets, Natasha distances herself from both Emilia and Michael. Emilia plans a trip to visit her parents in Serbia, but Michael chooses to accompany her in an effort to repair familial relationships.

Dane Canning

Dane Canning, portrayed by Luke Pegler, debuted on 19 October 2011. Pegler was cast as a temporary replacement during Chris Milligan’s injury hiatus; Dane was introduced as the cousin of Milligan’s character, Kyle Canning. Pegler signed on for a six-week guest stint and began filming on 16 August 2011. Executive producer Susan Bower highlighted the show’s adaptability in introducing relatives to sustain narrative momentum. Pegler concluded his role on 23 September 2011.

Dane arrives in Erinsborough to oversee Kyle’s business operations and occupy his room while Kyle tends to his ill mother. Initially met with doubt by Jade Mitchell and Rhys Lawson, they soon warm up to Dane’s affable personality. Pegler described Dane as sharing the “Canning DNA” with Kyle—both exhibiting bravado yet possessing a softer side—and noted Dane’s obliviousness and knack for awkward moments. His distinctive hairstyle featured bold blond tips, which Pegler later opted to remove after filming ended.

Settling into Number 26, Dane interacts with Jade and other residents like Summer Hoyland and Sonya Mitchell. He becomes involved in local business disputes upon discovering that a council development threatening Kyle’s enterprise was fast-tracked through suspected bribery. Dane alerts Paul Robinson, editor of the Erinsborough News, and supports Summer in producing a story for her PirateNet broadcast despite doubts about its accuracy.

Dane joins social gatherings with Rhys and Jade, including hosting a barbecue event. After Rhys requests that Dane and Jade leave for another dinner engagement, Dane helps Rhys by removing a rat from the barbecue grill. The pair attempt to impress women at Charlies by pretending to be doctors but are interrupted by Karl Kennedy. Dane expresses displeasure when Lou Carpenter tries persuading Lucas Fitzgerald to sell his garage for the development project; Lucas declines.

When Kyle returns, he teams up with Dane to remove graffiti from the local school. The group shares a Christmas meal where Dane reveals Jade had been seeing someone during Kyle's absence. Dane assists Kyle in preventing Jade from leaving for Sydney. On his final day in town, Dane attends a Christmas party at Charlie's before heading back to Frankston.

Jessica Girdwood

Jessica Girdwood, played by Glenda Linscott, made her first appearance on 16 November 2011. Introduced by Susan Bower and Jason Herbison, this character is characterized as a pragmatic and straightforward surgeon. She appeared sporadically until 2014. Linscott was contracted for a three-month guest role, filming at the same studio where she had worked on Prisoner during the 1980s.

Jessica's storyline involved interactions with prominent medical personnel at Erinsborough Hospital, such as Karl Kennedy and Rhys Lawson. Alongside Martin Chambers, she conducted interviews for surgical team positions, initially rejecting Rhys due to his poor demeanor but later allowing him to join after he passed a retake.

Jessica briefly dated Karl Kennedy; their relationship ended on good terms following disputes involving Susan. In her professional capacity, she oversaw critical evaluations of surgical candidates and monitored Rhys's recovery after an injury, ultimately deeming him unfit to continue practicing surgery.

A significant medical plot featured Jessica performing throat surgery on Georgia Brooks, which resulted in permanent scarring of Georgia's vocal cords. Although Georgia suspected malpractice, Jessica maintained that the outcome was an unfortunate complication.

Erin Salisbury

Erin Salisbury, portrayed by Elise Jansen, arrived on 18 November 2011 as a surgical intern at Erinsborough Hospital. Recently ending a five-year relationship, Erin is highly dedicated to her work. Jansen described Erin as professionally confident yet socially reserved, often dressing in beige to appear unassuming. Erin becomes romantically involved with Rhys Lawson (Ben Barber), who initially wins her over despite her hesitations.

Erin enters the surgical training program under the guidance of head surgeon Martin Chambers (John Wood). She meets Rhys at Charlie’s and agrees to dine with him, sparking a brief romance complicated by Rhys’s manipulative behavior and jealousy from his ex-girlfriend Kate Ramsay (Ashleigh Brewer). Struggling to balance her studies and personal life, Erin eventually leaves the surgical program amid rumors questioning her drinking habits.

After making amends with Kate, Erin relocates to Port Douglas, Queensland, where she begins dating Luke Malliki (Nathan Strauss). When Kate is called back home, Erin initially keeps her whereabouts secret from Paul Robinson (Stefan Dennis) but later discloses them. Erin then departs for Thailand with Luke while maintaining contact with Kate through video calls for personal advice.

Elaine Lawson

Elaine Lawson, played by Sancia Robinson, first appeared on 18 November 2011. She is the mother of Rhys Lawson (Ben Barber) and resides in a care facility due to a progressive spinal condition that confines her to a wheelchair. After Rhys’s father left them, Rhys assumed the role of her primary caregiver.

Elaine requests to spend Easter with Rhys in Erinsborough, but he avoids her visits, causing her to feel rejected and ashamed. When Rhys's housemates visit Elaine at the care home and confirm these feelings, she becomes hurt and embarrassed. To mend their relationship, Rhys introduces Elaine to his hospital colleagues, prompting him to reconsider his attitude toward her. Later, he introduces Elaine to his girlfriend, Vanessa Villante (Alin Sumarwata), while revealing more about Elaine’s history, including her marriage to Rhys’s father.

Robinson, an able-bodied actress, later expressed regret about portraying a character using a wheelchair instead of casting an actor with disabilities. In 2016, wheelchair user Kate Hood took on a similar role in the series.

Following Rhys’s application for a hospital surgery program, he visits Elaine who expresses pride in his accomplishments. Elaine bonds with Susan Kennedy (Jackie Woodburne) over their experiences with ex-husbands. When Rhys plans a three-month study stint in Japan with Vanessa, Elaine gives him a ring intended as a proposal. After Rhys and Vanessa break up, Elaine encourages him to fight for their relationship but accepts when he returns the ring.

Elaine supports Rhys as he contemplates reconnecting with his estranged father and provides him with unopened letters he had sent previously. After Rhys dies from injuries sustained in an explosion on Paul Robinson’s property, Elaine teams up with Ajay Kapoor to file a civil lawsuit against Paul. Paul offers a settlement; Elaine grapples with the decision amid pressure from both Paul and Ajay.

Elaine informs Vanessa of her intention to move into assisted living near her sister in Tweed Heads. Vanessa intervenes to prevent further pressure from Paul and Ajay. Although Ajay apologizes for his tactics, he remains determined to pursue justice. Ultimately, Elaine accepts the settlement offer and announces plans to leave Erinsborough within two weeks.

Others

Date(s)	Character	Actor	Context
11 January	Matt Pasquese	Salim Fayad	Firefighter Matt responds to the blaze at Number 26. Paul Robinson requests him to save his son, Andrew Robinson, and informs him that Summer Hoyland, Michael, and Natasha Williams remain inside.
14 January–17 March	Phil Rochford	Matthew Barker	Superintendent Rochford oversees the inquiry into the attempted murder of Paul Robinson. He also collects witness testimonies, including Kate Ramsay's admission of providing false information initially.
28 January–3 March	Vince Villante	Nathaniel Kelly	Vince, affiliated with Garland Cole, participates in violent enforcement following Garland's financial losses. He escapes when police arrive during a confrontation at the garage.
10–15 February	Jeremy Scholton	Andrew Southwell	Jeremy is a motorbike racer involved in illegal street competitions, connected to Lucas Fitzgerald who deliberately loses a race to allow Jeremy's victory. Law enforcement takes an interest in these events.
15 February–10 March	Megan Phillips	Cate Commisso	Senior Constable Phillips works alongside Mark Brennan investigating unlawful street racing, coordinating intelligence efforts and engaging in community outreach programs.
21 March	Tom Randall	Josh Blau	Tom and Brad socialize with Kate Ramsay and Jade Mitchell at Charlie's bar.
	Brad Bain	Aaron Jakubenko
21 March–3 May	Sam Wilks	Simon Maiden	Detective Sergeant Wilks provides guidance to Mark Brennan on internal police affairs and offers counseling following an arrest within the department.
24 March–11 August, 6 March 2014	Reg Pander	Shane Nagle	Reg runs the second-hand store next to Grease Monkeys, interacting with community members about goods and family matters; he also supplies statements for legal cases.
4 April	Vanessa Childs	PiaGrace Moon	Vanessa is processed at the Erinsborough police station on theft allegations, illustrating local law enforcement procedures.
5 April	Will Jackson	Anthony Pepe	Will is introduced as a Zumba instructor through matchmaking involving Natasha Williams and Chris Pappas.
	Darren Rowe	Dylan Russell
18 April	Emily Martin	Renee Burleigh	Emily works as an English tutor at Eden Hills University and interacts professionally and socially with Andrew Robinson.
27–28 April	Wes Holland	Daniel Hamill	Constable Wes Holland harasses local business owners, resulting in his arrest amid a police corruption probe; his death is later portrayed in a spin-off series.
13 May	Jonathan Swan	Gary Abrahams	Jonathan serves as a hospital anaesthetist who forms connections with the Kennedy family.
1 June	Sarah Campbell	Ellen Carlin	Sarah's social interactions with Natasha Williams lead to identity theft implications.
2–20 June	Bethany Peters	Elizabeth Nabben	Bethany appears as Ivan DeMarco's friend, involved in storylines addressing privacy violations and social relationships.
13 June	Nikki Mays	Fiona Macy	Nikki evaluates business proposals from Jade Mitchell and Kyle Canning as an investor but ultimately withdraws support due to exploitation concerns.
21–23 June	Cathy McPhee	Rebecca Macauley	Cathy participates in school community events, influencing social dynamics that affect other characters' personal lives.
23 June	Thomas McPhee	Calen MacKenzie
28 June–14 July	"Patrick Fitzgerald'"	"Brad Liddicoat"	"Patrick, father of Daniel and Lucas Fitzgerald, dies from a heart attack; appears in flashback sequences."
29–30 June	"Judy Forrester'"	"Caroline Stainsby"	"Police officer involved in technology-related crime investigations and facilitating communication within the force."
1 July–5 December	"Danielle Paquette'"	"Georgia Bolton"	"Nurse at Erinsborough Hospital engaged in medical storylines and interactions with principal characters."
1 July – 10 January 2012	"Peter Noonan'"	"James Saunders"	"Corporate representative overseeing development projects; exerts pressure on legal teams and local businesses; arrested amid accusations of orchestrated attacks."
4 July	"David Sheridan'"	"Benjamin Rigby"	"Interviewed as a potential housemate; part of social group dynamics exploring interpersonal relationships."
	"Rhea Thomas'"	"Chloe Boreham"
	"Tammy Frazer'"	"Teressa Liane"
	"Joel Howard'"	"Kamran Ozturk"
4–14 July	"Lucas Fitzgerald, Age 5'"	"Julian Mineo"	"Flashback scenes featuring young Lucas Fitzgerald."
	"Daniel Fitzgerald, Age 7'"	"James Roach"
6 July – 17 September 2013, 9 February 2015 – 17 February 2016	"Constable Ian McKay'"	"Steve Carroll"	"Recurring police officer participating in investigations and enforcement related to key character storylines over multiple years."
8 July – 28 March 2014	"George Pappas'"	"Lliam Amor"	"Father of Chris Pappas; storyline includes family interactions concerning career decisions, relationships, and legal challenges."
14 July	"Carla Turner'"	"Natasha Cunningham"	"Engages socially with Lucas Fitzgerald through gambling activities."
26 July	"Stewart Harman'"	"David Harrison"	"Involved in social scenes depicting interactions among local youth."
29 July	"Simon Dupont'"	"Jack Starkey-Gill"	"French backpackers seeking accommodation; integrated into community settings."
	"Gael Moreau'"	"Ben Bordeau"
2 August – 19 April 2012	"Molly Baker'"	"Gemma-Ashley Kaplan"	"Music teacher at Erinsborough High School contributing to student development."
8 August – 10 September 2013	"Gary Denham'"	"Anthony West"	"Estate agent conducting property auctions and sales for prominent characters."
8 August	"Marge Baker'"	"Maria Papas"	'Bidder participating unsuccessfully in a local property auction.'
	'Barney Smith'	'David MacRae'	'Bidder competing unsuccessfully at the same property auction.'
23 August	'Kendra Kimmel'	'Hannah Jones'	'Gym staff member supporting athletic training programs.'
1 September – 25 May 2012	'Adrian Pearce'	'Christopher Waters'	'Surgeon involved in social events including musical performances.'
8–27 September	'Erik Poulos'	'Ivan Bradara'	'Customer purchasing a specific vehicle through Andrew Robinson.'
9 September–6 December	'Warren Burrell'	'Tony Rickards'	'Father exhibiting homophobic behavior; involved in conflicts affecting Chris Pappas.'
19 September	'Steve Barnes'	'Nicholas Gunn'	'Participates in altercations at Charlie's bar.'
	'Jamie Marr'	'Edwin Boyce'	'Social companion of Steve Barnes.'
21 September–2 November	'Helena Williams'	'Camilla Jackson'	'Deceased spouse appearing as visions influencing Michael Williams.'
11–28 October	'Amy Holdsworth'	'Andrea Powell'	'Therapist assisting Michael Williams with personal challenges.'
19 October	'Janet Green'	'Briony Williams'	'Educational assessor overseeing Kate Ramsay's teaching progress.'
19–25 October	'Tony Winstone'	'Luke Lennox'	'Surveyor involved in controversies surrounding a shopping development project.'
27 October	'Joe Shore'	'Matt Dean'	'Bar patron engaged in a romantic subplot involving Jade Mitchell.'
'Jess Walker'	'Sarah Roberts (actress)'	'Joe Shore’s girlfriend.'
1–2 December	'Blake Burrell'	'Oliver Edwin'	'Son of Warren Burrell; develops friendship with Chris Pappas.'
5 December – 18 January 2012	'Lewis Walton'	'Andy McPhee'	'Hired to sabotage Fitzgerald Motors; arrested after assaulting Chris Pappas.'
9 December – 18 January 2013	'Anna Hauser'	'Isabel Macmaster'	'Receptionist involved with legal firm operations and assisting investigations related to assault cases.'