Clint Hendry

Neighbours

Company type	Television series
Industry	Entertainment
Founded	1985
Founder	Reg Watson
Headquarters	Melbourne , Australia
Area served	Australia, United Kingdom, Ireland, United States
Key people	Jason Herbison (Executive Producer)
Products	Television soap opera
Website	10play.com.au/neighbours

Neighbours is a long-running Australian soap opera currently available on Amazon Prime Video in the UK and US, RTÉ in Ireland, and Network 10 in Australia. Below is a list of characters who made their first appearances in 2025, all introduced under the guidance of executive producer Jason Herbison. The year began with the arrivals of Clint Hendry (Jason Wilder) and Taye Obasi (Lakota Johnson) in January. February saw the debuts of Fallon Morell (Kate Connick), Ken Obasi (Charles Allen), and Maddy Murphy (Emma Horn). March brought the introductions of Agnes Adair (Anne Charleston) and Thomas Murphy (Charlie Lyon). In April, Sandra Jago (Natassia Halabi) was added to the cast. May featured the arrival of Colton Keys (Jakob Ambrose), followed by June's new characters Yvette Ramsay (Libby Tanner) and Saskia Ramsay (Mia Foran).

Clint Hendry

Clint Hendry, played by Jason Wilder, made his debut on 21 January 2025. Introduced as Jane Harris’s (Annie Jones) romantic interest, Clint’s storyline delved into themes of online dating and a significant age difference between partners. Jane initially showed reluctance, while her son Byron Stone (Xavier Molyneux) expressed concern about their relationship. Clint found employment as a cleaner at both Erinsborough High School and the Eirini Rising retirement village, where he earned praise from residents such as Vera Punt (Sally-Anne Upton) and Gino Esposito (Shane McNamara).

Their romance encountered difficulties when neighbours reported disturbances linked to Clint and Jane’s clandestine meetings in an apartment. After accusations surfaced that Clint had stolen cleaning materials, Jasmine Stewart (Frankie Mazzone) terminated his employment and disclosed the affair to Terese Willis (Rebekah Elmaloglou) and management. This revelation resulted in Jane being suspended for engaging in an inappropriate workplace relationship.

Despite these obstacles, Clint remained supportive of Jane and helped repair her relationship with Terese. Jane attempted to defend Clint’s character during a discussion with Lana Kline (Elizabeth Parisi). However, when Jane’s daughter Nicolette Stone (Hannah Monson) assisted in investigating the missing supplies, they uncovered that Clint was taking them to care for his unwell mother. Rejecting his justification, Jane reported him to the authorities. Clint’s final episode aired on 27 February 2025; Jason Wilder confirmed his exit from the series, reflecting positively on his experience despite receiving mixed reactions from viewers.

Taye Obasi

Taye Obasi, portrayed by Lakota Johnson, first appeared on 23 January 2025. Announced on 14 October 2024 through the official Neighbours Instagram account, Johnson joined as a regular cast member. A publicist teased that "Taye is sure to break some rules (and some hearts) on Ramsay Street." He is introduced as the younger half-brother of Remi Varga-Murphy (Naomi Rukavina), with their relationship marked by a considerable age difference and estrangement.

Taye’s arrival was previewed in a promotional video for 2025, showing him spending time at the Waterhole alongside his nephews JJ and Dex Varga-Murphy. Executive producer Jason Herbison revealed that Johnson initially auditioned for a different role but impressed producers enough that they created Taye specifically for him.

Within the storyline, Taye is discovered hiding in the sunroom at number 32, pilfering food Andrew Rodwell (Lloyd Will) brought for JJ and Dex. Upon hearing noises, Andrew confronts Taye wielding a cricket bat. When JJ and Dex return from New York, they find Taye and permit him to stay covertly provided he remains discreet. Taye forms a friendship with neighbour Max Ramsay (Ben Jackson) and hides out in Max’s backyard to evade Andrew. His presence causes disruption during JJ and Dex's school hours, leading Andrew to request JJ clean up after him. Taye throws a party where he introduces Dex to alcohol but becomes embarrassed when Remi and Cara Varga-Murphy (Sara West) come home unexpectedly. Remi invites him to stay with them to rebuild their connection. Additionally, Taye develops a friendship with Fallon Morell (Kate Connick), who confides in him about her sister Krista Sinclair (Majella Davis).

Fallon Morell

Fallon Morell, brought to life by Kate Connick, made her first appearance on 3 February 2025 in a guest role. Announced on 28 October 2024, Fallon is introduced as the younger half-sister of the established character Krista Sinclair (Majella Davis), having been raised in the United States, which contrasts with Krista's background. Executive producer Jason Herbison highlighted that Fallon and Krista are "very different people." Fallon’s storyline concluded with her departure on 2 April 2025.

Leaked images revealed Fallon’s arrival in Erinsborough, where she encountered Sebastian Metcalfe (Rarmian Newton), followed by a visit to Krista's Lassiters apartment. Although Krista was initially unsettled by Fallon's unexpected presence, she eventually welcomed her into her life, unaware of any hidden intentions Fallon might have. Fallon found employment at Krista's fiancé Leo Tanaka (Tim Kano)'s vineyard, Yorokobi, where she developed a connection with Leo.

Fallon’s history includes a complicated relationship with Sebastian; they were once engaged until he abruptly ended things after developing feelings for Krista. This left Fallon hurt and uncertain about Krista’s involvement in their breakup.

After witnessing Sebastian kiss Krista, Fallon moved into Krista’s apartment at her insistence. She later encountered Sebastian again at Grease Monkeys, where he confessed his love for Krista during their previous relationship. Fallon formed a friendship with Taye Obasi (Lakota Johnson), sharing drinks at the Waterhole, and became involved in assisting Byron Stone (Xavier Molyneux) with wedding preparations for Krista and Leo. Despite working closely alongside them, Fallon remained emotionally guarded from Krista and suspected she was concealing important information from Leo.

Confiding in Taye, Fallon was convinced to keep Krista’s secret for her own advantage. When Krista failed to disclose the truth about Sebastian to Leo, Fallon took it upon herself to reveal the secret while pretending Leo was already informed. She continued to question Leo following his decision to proceed with the wedding plans.

Subsequently, Taye secured employment with Krista at the Piano Bar and asked Fallon to maintain confidentiality about certain matters. He noticed Fallon's romantic interest in Leo, which she denied. When Taye requested a loan from Krista through Fallon to cover expenses for a piano bar performer, Fallon reluctantly agreed under the threat of having her own secrets exposed.

After Krista borrowed and stained Fallon's wedding dress without permission, Fallon confronted her and revealed the dress’s sentimental importance to Leo. Following an apology from Taye, Fallon expressed bitterness toward Krista. Her feelings for Leo intensified, leading her to share intentions of stirring trouble. The storyline culminated with Fallon announcing Sebastian’s return to Erinsborough.

Ken Obasi

Ken Obasi, portrayed by Charles Allen, made his debut on 13 February 2025. Introduced as the father of established characters Remi Varga-Murphy and Taye Obasi, Ken arrives in Erinsborough with hopes of reconnecting with his children. He asks Taye to accompany him back to Apollo Bay; however, Taye declines. It is revealed that Ken had previously caused a rift between Remi and Taye due to an affair involving Taye's mother. While Remi agrees that Taye can remain in Erinsborough, Ken spends time bonding with his grandsons JJ and Dex Varga-Murphy.

Maddy Murphy

Maddy Murphy, portrayed by Emma Horn, made her debut on 17 February 2025. She is introduced as the cousin of established characters Cara Varga-Murphy and Chelsea Murphy. Maddy enters the storyline amid efforts to locate Chelsea and works professionally as a midwife. She assisted Chelsea during childbirth but claims that Chelsea left shortly afterward.

Maddy becomes romantically linked to Nicolette Stone, who is actively searching for Chelsea. Although Maddy initially denies knowing Chelsea’s whereabouts, her possession of Chelsea’s perfume hints at a more significant connection. When confronted by Cara, Maddy insists that Chelsea wishes to stay hidden. As Maddy pursues a relationship with Nicolette, tension arises when Nicolette’s partner Remi uncovers their secret meetings. Cara disapproves of their involvement due to the ongoing search for Chelsea and confronts both after discovering them together.

Agnes Adair

Agnes Adair, brought to life by Anne Charleston, first appeared on 17 March 2025. Charleston, recognized for her iconic role as Madge Bishop, was cast in December 2024 to portray a new character tied to the departure storyline of Madge’s husband, Harold Bishop (Ian Smith). Agnes was unveiled during the Neighbours 40th Anniversary celebrations and is notable for her striking resemblance to Madge, drawing interest from characters such as JJ Varga-Murphy (Riley Bryant). Promotional content showcased Agnes meeting Harold and Hilary Robinson (Anne Scott-Pendlebury), featuring scenes of Agnes bonding with Harold at Eirini Rising. After Ian Smith's exit, Agnes was included in the opening credits alongside other recurring roles.

Agnes’s narrative revolves around her familial link to the Ramsay and Robinson families through Madge, revealed as her second cousin. She tours Eirini Rising with JJ and encounters key residents including Karl Kennedy (Alan Fletcher) and Susan Kennedy (Jackie Woodburne). Despite initial reluctance stemming from Harold’s unease, Agnes moves into Eirini Rising following his approval. She forms a close relationship with Harold, who later announces his relocation to Queensland but continues corresponding with Agnes as pen pals. Agnes attends his farewell gathering and explores Harold and Madge’s former residence alongside Jane Harris (Annie Jones).

After Harold’s departure, Agnes experiences loneliness but remains socially engaged through interactions with Susan and Moira Tohu (Robyn Arthur). She faces disappointment when her book is rejected by a publisher; however, a Port Douglas publisher expresses interest after Harold receives a copy. Encouraged by Max Ramsay (Ben Jackson) and Susan, Agnes contemplates moving to Port Douglas. The storyline concludes with Agnes visiting Harold for tea, indicating ongoing connections among the characters.

Thomas Murphy

Thomas Matthew Murphy-Robinson, played by Charlie Lyon, was introduced on 17 March 2025. He is the infant son of Chelsea Murphy (Viva Bianca), revealed following a pregnancy storyline in the 2024 season finale. Initially surrounded by uncertainty regarding paternity involving Chelsea’s former fiancé Paul Robinson (Stefan Dennis) and Jeffrey Swan (Tim Potter), whom she had an affair with. Early spoilers confirmed Paul as Thomas's father through DNA testing; however, later plot developments disclosed that Jeffrey had tampered with the results, establishing himself as Thomas’s biological father.

Thomas is named in honor of Neighbours digital producer Thomas Sage. Actress Bianca described working with Lyon as a "really special" experience, noting that scripts differentiate between "Thomas actual" (Lyon) and "Thomas doll" for specific scenes.

Thomas and Chelsea relocate to Ramsay Street to live with his aunt Cara Varga-Murphy (Sara West). Thomas forms a bond with Paul Robinson, which complicates Paul’s relationship with partner Terese Willis (Rebekah Elmaloglou). Chelsea and Paul organize a naming day celebration for Thomas, highlighting their family ties. After spending a night at Paul and Terese's home, Thomas becomes ill and is taken home by Chelsea. Subsequently, Paul requests that Thomas avoid contact with Chelsea’s new boyfriend Darcy Tyler (Mark Raffety).

Sandra Jago

Sandra Jago, portrayed by Natassia Halabi, made her first appearance on 15 April 2025. Her casting was revealed on 31 March 2025 through Digital Spy. Sandra participates in Andrew Rodwell's (Lloyd Will) self-defense sessions and expresses an attraction toward him. According to reporter Daniel Kilkelly, Sandra adopts a seductive role toward Andrew, who remains unaware of her motives, while neighbours caution him about her flirtatious behaviour. A spokesperson for Neighbours explained that Andrew feels complimented by Sandra's admiration for his confidence-building efforts, although individuals like Max Ramsay (Ben Jackson) and Holly Hoyland (Lucinda Armstrong Hall) find her attempts to spark romance uncomfortable.

During the class, Sandra pairs up with Max, prompting Holly to accuse her of trying to seduce him after she places her hand on Max’s leg. Holly then demonstrates a defensive technique that causes Sandra pain, with Max clarifying he permitted the contact. Sandra continues attending the lessons and persistently flirts with Andrew, who remains oblivious despite warnings from Holly and Max. She invites Andrew out for coffee, but he declines due to his marital status. Undeterred, Sandra openly flirts with Andrew and even requests a shoulder massage in front of his wife, Wendy Rodwell (Candice Leask). Later, Wendy confronts Sandra at Harold's cafe about possible communication issues between her and Andrew. Nicolette Stone (Hannah Monson) observes Sandra messaging a man on a dating app who has the same tattoo as Andrew.

Colton Keys

Colton Keys, portrayed by Jakob Ambrose, debuted on 21 May 2025. His introduction was announced on 13 April 2025 via Digital Spy spoilers. Presented as a new romantic interest for Aaron Brennan (Matt Wilson), they first meet while vacationing at Queensland’s Hamilton Island. Ambrose appeared in promotional footage filmed on location there. In his initial storyline, Aaron flirts with Colton under the false identity of Charlie. The two engage in a sexual encounter before Colton finds a photograph of Aaron’s late husband David Tanaka (Takaya Honda) and demands an explanation.

Colton and Aaron grow closer by the poolside; Aaron uses the name Charlie and claims he is from Sydney. After swimming and snorkeling together, Colton initiates a kiss that leads to sex in Aaron’s villa. When Colton discovers the photo of Aaron’s deceased husband and daughter Isla Tanaka-Brennan (Hannah Abe-Tucker), Aaron reveals his true identity, prompting Colton to leave temporarily. He later arrives in Erinsborough, approaches Aaron during a date with Rhett Norman (Liam Maguire), and secures an interview at Eirene Rising where he is hired as assistant manager by Terese Willis (Rebekah Elmaloglou). Colton invites Aaron to dinner and subsequently visits his home bearing a gift.

At the Waterhole, Colton meets Cara (Sara West) and Remi Varga-Murphy (Naomi Rukavina), impressing Remi particularly. He invites Aaron to join a yoga class where they encounter Rhett; both men vie for Aaron’s attention. They also go running together, and Colton helps soothe Vera Punt (Sally-Anne Upton) amid tensions following the arrest of resident doctor Darcy Tyler (Mark Raffety). When Aaron offers sex at his place during a break, Colton declines.

Saskia Ramsay

Saskia Ramsay, played by Mia Foran, makes her first appearance on 24 June 2025 in a recurring guest capacity. She is introduced as the daughter of Shane Ramsay (Peter O'Brien) and sibling to Max Ramsay (Ben Jackson). Saskia arrives on Ramsay Street accompanied by her mother, Yvette Ramsay (Libby Tanner), moving in with Max who consents to her staying at his shared residence after she faced bullying at her former school.

Saskia and Yvette settle into number 32 Ramsay Street, where they encounter Max, his partner Holly Hoyland (Lucinda Armstrong Hall), and Max's housemates Byron Stone (Xavier Molyneux) and Taye Obasi (Lakota Johnson). Saskia enrolls at Erinsborough High School and builds connections with fellow students JJ (Riley Bryant), Dex Varga-Murphy (Marley Williams), and their new teacher and neighbour Wendy Rodwell (Candice Leask), who offers her support. During a welcome gathering hosted by Max, Saskia tries to kiss Byron, who rejects her advance. She also crosses paths with Byron's former girlfriend Sadie Rodwell (Emerald Chan) and neighbour Nell Rebecchi (Ayisha Salem-Towner).

Although Saskia initially turns down Dex's invitation to a date, she later shows interest and asks him to join her for a movie. She becomes the target of teasing from Archie Skehill (Ollie Pearce), which prompts intervention from Wendy Rodwell. A significant incident occurs when Saskia substitutes moisturizer with a chemical that injures Nicolette Stone (Hannah Monson) during an episode involving Sadie. Despite this, Saskia remains determined to assist Byron during his recovery, reflecting intricate relationships within the household.

Yvette Ramsay

Yvette Ramsay, portrayed by Libby Tanner, debuts on 24 June 2025. Presented as the mother of established character Max Ramsay (Ben Jackson), she arrives in Erinsborough accompanied by her daughter Saskia Ramsay (Mia Foran). Yvette's objective is for Saskia to reside with Max, coordinating with his housemates and local educational authorities to secure Saskia's enrollment at Erinsborough High School. After settling her daughter, Yvette returns to Queensland.

Others

Date(s)	Character	Actor	Context
8-16 January	Kendall Kenny	Nicole Chapman	Employed as a lighting technician for the Erinsborough Lights Up festival; involved in equipment malfunction that raised safety issues.
14 January	Deanna Finley	Lauren McNaught	Attends an AA meeting; interacts with Sebastian Metcalfe concerning his romantic pursuits.
30 January	Chase Bianco	Michael Gillan	Visits the garage seeking directions; noticed by Max Ramsay due to connections with Queensland.
11 February	Kasey McGann	Tayla Coad	Max Ramsay’s close friend from Queensland; past incident involving drink spiking causes concern about her presence in Erinsborough.
11 February	Jess Ebbs	Kashmala Sameer	Marries Louie Green; wedding reception held at Yorokobi.
11 February	Louie Green	Nic Davey-Greene	Marries Jess Ebbs; hosts reception at Yorokobi.
11 February	Patrick Hayes	Wesley Forke	New boyfriend of Rhett Norman; introduces himself to Rhett’s ex-partner Aaron Brennan.
24 February–	Lachie Jensen	Jack Hayes	Employed by Carter Haddon, targeting Max Ramsay; involved in kidnapping and assault as part of revenge scheme.
25 February–	Carter Haddon	Linc Hassler	Antagonist pursuing vengeance against Max Ramsay; orchestrates kidnapping and manipulation tactics.
25 February	Violinist	Florence Cappler-Shillington	Performs at Krista Sinclair and Leo Tanaka’s early wedding dance held at Yorokobi vineyard.
27 February	Connie Creek	Judith Roberts	Garage renter indirectly connected to investigation of stolen cleaning supplies.
3 March	Magnus Johnson	Winston Hillyer	Conducts a magic performance at Eirini Rising; event elicits varied reactions but impresses key locals.
4 March	Doug Irons	Dane Rhoades	Receives assistance from Leo Tanaka during wedding festivities at Yorokobi vineyard.
25-26 March	Detective Rafe Fox	Tom Wren	Leads inquiry into Sebastian Metcalfe’s death; charges Leo Tanaka based on gathered evidence.
25 March – 3 April	Detective Kathleen Kay	Kasia Kaczmarek	Supports murder investigation; interviews principal suspects and witnesses including Fallon Morell.
2 April–	Bradley Hawkings	Lachlan Lewis	Lassiter’s employee under investigation for misconduct and theft; scrutinized by management and colleagues.
7 April	Jordan's Cronie	Finola Xie	Involved in confrontation after being suspected of photographing Cara Varga-Murphy and Remi Varga-Murphy.
15 April–	Phil Buffett	Indigo Parer	Participates in self-defence training; implicated in catfishing scheme and subsequently assaults Andrew Rodwell, leading to rescue by Holly Hoyland.
21 April	Mila Nitschke	Elizabeth Shady	Former business partner of Chelsea Murphy; expresses interest in Darcy Tyler’s wellness centre investment pitch.
28 April	Ryan Deely	Aston Droomer	Erinsborough High student involved in bullying incidents and classroom disruptions.
29 April–	Lydia Hardy	Cassandra Magrath	Former client linked to Byron Stone’s escorting history; pressures Taye Obasi to return to escorting, impacting Cara Varga-Murphy’s police academy training timetable.
7 May, 1 July	Archie Skehill	Ollie Pearce	Attends self-defence classes with Sandra Jago; falsely accused of inappropriate conduct; mistaken identity leads to stalker suspicion before true culprit is revealed.
2 June	Sylvie Santino	Chloe Hurst	Escort client of Taye Obasi; schedules date conflicting with his work duties causing discomfort and cancellation.
17 June–	Gretchen Brook	Amelia Bishop	Andrew Rodwell’s biological sister; initially provides misleading details about family background before clarifying truths concerning their father Steven Brook’s health status.
23 June–	Steven Brook	Mick Preston	Biological father of Andrew Rodwell; develops relationship following family history revelations and health updates.

External links

• Official site for Neighbours