Gary Morrow

Home and Away

Company type	Television series
Industry	Television soap opera
Founded	January 17, 1988 (1988-01-17)
Headquarters	Australia
Area served	Australia

Home and Away is a long-running Australian soap opera that premiered on the Seven Network on 17 January 1988. This compilation highlights characters introduced throughout 2022, all under the guidance of executive producer Lucy Addario. The show's 35th season commenced on 31 January 2022. In late March, Xander Delaney made his debut, followed by his sister Rose Delaney in early April, and PK at the end of April. Members of the band Lyrik—Bob Forsyth, Kirby Aramoana, Remi Carter, and Eden Fowler—were introduced in July. August saw the arrival of Bree Cameron and Heather Frazer, while Gary Morrow was added to the cast in October.

Xander Delaney

Xander Delaney, portrayed by Luke Van Os, made his first appearance on 31 March 2022. The casting announcement was made on 21 October 2021. Van Os, who is a cousin of former Home and Away star Chris Hemsworth, sought advice from Hemsworth prior to his callback audition. Upon securing the role, Van Os moved to Sydney to commence filming without delay. This part marks Van Os's significant career breakthrough, setting him on a path similar to many past cast members who have enjoyed extended careers.

Xander was introduced as "a mysterious figure seeking answers," later revealed to be connected to established character Jasmine Delaney and newcomer Rose Delaney. Unaware of Jasmine's existence until their father's passing, Xander arrives in Summer Bay after uncovering her name in their father's will, intending to deliver her inheritance. Initially, Jasmine suspects that Xander and Rose might be con artists, which leads her to conduct a background check; this causes disappointment for Xander and nearly results in their departure.

The character departed on 6 November 2024 amid rumors triggered by Van Os’s absence from social media and a promotional trailer suggesting his exit. Within the storyline, Xander leaves for a six-week internship in Melbourne, sharing farewell scenes with Rose and his girlfriend Dana Matheson. His permanent departure was confirmed in February 2025 when he informs Rose that he has accepted a position as an events manager in Melbourne and invites Dana to join him, confirming he will not return to Summer Bay.

Rose Delaney

Rose Delaney, played by Kirsty Marillier, first appeared on 4 April 2022. Her casting was revealed on 15 November 2021, with filming already underway at that time. Marillier had previously appeared as a guest in the series in 2018 but returned this time as a regular cast member, describing the role as an important step forward in her acting career.

Rose is connected to Jasmine Delaney and newcomer Xander Delaney; she and Xander share the same mother but have different fathers. They arrive together in Summer Bay to execute their father’s will and pass on Jasmine’s inheritance. As a police officer, Rose develops feelings for Jasmine’s boyfriend Cash Newman, who encourages her to remain in town and join the local police force.

In August 2023, Rose’s biological father, Samuel Edwards, was introduced following her quest to discover more about her background. Marillier filmed her final scenes toward the end of 2024, with Rose’s departure airing on 19 March 2025 when she leaves for a detective role in the city.

PK

Peter "PK" King, brought to life by Ryan Johnson, made his first appearance on 28 April 2022. Johnson returned to Home and Away after previously appearing in 2010 and described PK as "somewhat of a sociopath" who enjoys stirring up disorder, treating others as mere pawns. PK is depicted as a wealthy poker enthusiast who invests in events organized by Mackenzie Booth (Emily Weir).

Johnson embraced the opportunity to portray a villain, which contrasted with his earlier sensitive roles. Although some viewers speculated that PK might be an undercover officer targeting illicit poker games, Johnson clarified that this was not the case. He also pointed out that the storyline served to expose the dangers associated with gambling, a topic he personally avoids promoting.

PK's introduction to the poker circle occurs through Nathan Silva (Ryan Panizza), who connects him with Mackenzie. Initially hesitant, Mackenzie agrees to PK’s buy-in after he offers additional payment. PK suggests hosting an exclusive $5,000 buy-in poker night at Salt but deliberately excludes Felicity Newman (Jacqui Purvis) because of her brother’s police affiliation. After securing a significant win, PK informs Mackenzie that the House has lost $100,000 and demands repayment—hinting at a sexual favor in return. Mackenzie firmly declines his proposition.

Soon, Mackenzie uncovers PK’s fraudulent scheme since the House cannot actually incur losses. She offers to organize another VIP poker event to settle her debt, yet PK insists on receiving all the proceeds, sparking a confrontation. In retaliation, he dispatches men to Salt to steal funds and vandalize the establishment; during the ensuing chaos, Tane Parata (Ethan Browne) is stabbed.

When Mackenzie confronts Nathan about the deceit and violence, he reassures her that it was merely an act of intimidation. Later, when Dean Thompson (Patrick O'Conner) threatens PK, PK counter-threatens by targeting Dean’s son. Dean assaults PK but is held back and subsequently orchestrates PK’s abduction.

PK’s body is discovered on the beach with fatal blunt force injuries. Police interrogate all individuals connected to him. Nathan attempts to implicate Dean by planting evidence but ultimately confesses to killing PK in order to shield Mackenzie.

Bob Forsyth

Bob Forsyth, portrayed by Rob Mallet, first appeared on 4 July 2022. Announced on 29 June 2022, Bob is introduced as one of four members of the fictional band Lyrik, following the departure of four cast members earlier that year. Mallet described joining Home and Away as a significant step forward in his career and praised the show's professional environment. According to Digital Spy's Sam Warner, Bob is driven by ambitious goals for Lyrik yet doubts that Summer Bay will embrace their music. He is also involved in a tumultuous relationship with fellow band member Kirby Aramoana. Mallet characterized Bob as someone striving for "fame, glory, and artistic integrity." After two weeks on the show, Bob becomes frustrated with performing at small-town pubs, attempts to start a new band with Kirby, then departs from Lyrik and leaves Summer Bay.

Kirby Aramoana

Kirby Aramoana, portrayed by Angelina Thomson, debuted on 4 July 2022. Announced alongside the other Lyrik members on 29 June 2022, Thomson’s musical background enriched her portrayal of Kirby. She described Kirby as "wild, passionate, playful, creative," yet also calm and affectionate. Kirby shares a volatile relationship with bandmate Bob Forsyth. Following Bob's exit from Lyrik, the band recruits Theo Poulos (Matt Evans) as their lead singer—a change Thomson described as "stressful" but ultimately unexpected. Theo becomes romantically involved with Kirby due to their mutual love for music, leading to a romantic storyline. Kirby’s character left the series in July 2025; Thomson was filmed in her final scenes in January 2025 before moving on to perform in a stage production at the Sydney Opera House. After Thomson’s departure, co-star Stephanie Panozzo (Eden Fowler) paid tribute to her colleague by highlighting their close friendship both on-screen and off-screen.

Remi Carter

Remi Carter, portrayed by Adam Rowland, made his first appearance on 4 July 2022. His casting was revealed on 29 June 2022, alongside three other new characters who collectively form the fictional band Lyrik, introduced following the exit of four cast members in 2022. At the time of his casting, Rowland was employed at a bar and moved to Sydney just three days later to begin filming. He described Remi as "a classic Australian larrikin," someone who thrives on fun and mischief but remains deeply loyal to his friends and family. Remi shares a close and playful friendship with fellow bandmate Eden Fowler.

Eden Fowler

Eden Fowler, played by Stephanie Panozzo, also debuted on 4 July 2022. Her casting announcement coincided with that of Remi Carter as part of the new band Lyrik. Due to contracting COVID-19, Panozzo completed her audition via Zoom. She expressed enthusiasm about securing the role, calling it a "dream come true." Eden is portrayed as a passionate, fiery spirit who is fiercely loyal to her music, friends, and family. Her relationship with Remi Carter is characterized by a teasing and close bond. Storylines have explored Eden's previous romantic involvement with Cash Newman (Nicholas Cartwright), and in 2023 her estranged brother Levi Fowler (Tristan Gorey) was introduced, highlighting family conflicts rooted in their parents' divorce.

Bree Cameron

Bree Cameron, brought to life by Juliet Godwin, first appeared on 9 August 2022. Godwin was spotted filming at the Palm Beach location in March 2022, with her casting confirmed in July that year. She described landing the role as "a dream come true" and expressed appreciation for working alongside talented colleagues in a supportive environment.

Bree is introduced as Summer Bay’s newest doctor, stepping into the role of emergency department lead following Logan Bennett’s departure. Godwin described Bree as "ready for a fresh start" and well-suited to life in the Bay. Digital Spy’s Justin Harp depicted Bree as "laid-back, kind and caring," yet hiding secrets beneath her "bubbly demeanour." Bree embodies a "heart of gold" and embraces a surfer lifestyle. Her storyline begins when she treats Constable Cash Newman after a shooting incident, gradually revealing her hidden past to the community.

Heather Frazer

Heather Frazer, played by Sofia Nolan, made her debut on 24 August 2022. Nolan was attracted to Heather’s "vivacious spirit" and intricate storyline, learning she had secured the role two weeks after auditioning. Heather arrives in Summer Bay seeking assistance from Roo Stewart (Georgie Parker) with a law school application but arouses suspicion by covertly photographing Marilyn Chambers (Emily Symons). Nolan described Heather as "a formidable presence" whose strong confidence stems from a challenging upbringing and a dedication to family law aimed at helping those facing similar hardships. It is eventually revealed that Heather is Marilyn’s daughter, given up for adoption.

Heather meets Roo at the Pier Diner to work on her TAFE application and shares her motivation for studying law: to support disadvantaged mothers separated from their children. She recounts her history working as a housekeeper, engaging in an affair with a married man, becoming pregnant, and losing her baby to the couple she served. After overhearing Roo contact Marilyn, Heather secretly photographs her.

Later, Heather kidnaps Marilyn along with Alf, Leah, Irene, and Roo at her former boarding school, forcing Marilyn to confess that Heather is her daughter from an affair. Driven by revenge over her painful past with neglectful adoptive parents, Heather escalates tensions. When Constables Cash Newman and Rose Delaney arrive investigating Heather’s stepmother’s murder, Heather takes Marilyn onto a rooftop balcony where she falls but survives the incident. At the hospital, Marilyn apologizes but cuts ties with Heather, unable to support her through impending imprisonment. Heather expresses anger over losing trust from friends. Subsequently, she is declared unfit for trial and committed to a psychiatric facility.

Gary Morrow

Gary Morrow, played by Peter Phelps, made his first appearance on 31 October 2022. Having previously appeared as a guest in 2012 and directed several episodes, Phelps described his comeback as a reunion with long-time TV colleagues. Gary is introduced as the foster father of Cash Newman (Nicholas Cartwright) and Felicity Newman (Jacqui Purvis), arriving in Summer Bay shortly before Felicity’s wedding to Tane Parata (Ethan Browne). Felicity has a complicated past with Gary, carrying remorse over her rebellious behavior towards him following her father's passing. Nevertheless, Gary shows empathy and they eventually mend their relationship.

Phelps returned to the role on 22 August 2024 after Felicity’s death. Tahlia Pritchard of Yahoo! Lifestyle noted that audiences warmly received Gary, describing him as "a genuinely good guy and a steadying influence in the Bay," and advocated for his promotion to the main cast. Pritchard emphasized Gary’s encouraging demeanor, particularly when advising Cash to face his ex-fiancée Eden Fowler (Stephanie Panozzo). Filming involving Phelps was observed in August, with episodes anticipated to air in 2025.

Gary and his wife Katherine had taken Cash and Felicity in as foster children during their younger years. He arrives unexpectedly at their residence with the intention of reconnecting with Felicity, who initially resists. Cash persuades Gary to reach out to Felicity, confident she has changed. While Felicity initially reacts negatively upon seeing Gary, she later develops a strong connection after confronting her feelings of anger and guilt. Following Felicity’s tragic car accident, Cash contacts Gary to organize her funeral in their hometown, where Gary offers emotional support to Cash and his fiancée Eden during this challenging time.

Others

Date(s)	Character	Actor	Circumstances
3 February–1 March	Neve Spicer	Sophie Bloom	Logan Bennett’s former partner who reappears after having gone AWOL from the military two years prior. Neve possesses new identification and faces a court martial. She arrives in Summer Bay seeking Logan, who reveals he left the army due to concerns about her disappearance. Their relationship is strained by Neve’s PTSD and Logan's current partner Mackenzie Booth. After several conflicts and episodes, Logan arranges for Neve to receive help from a military psychologist. Facing imprisonment, Neve ultimately surrenders with support from both Logan and Mackenzie as military police take her into custody.
7 February	Surfer Pete	Jamai Evans	A surfer injured by a collision with a board is rescued by lifeguards and treated at the surf club with assistance from Logan Bennett.
23 February–7 March	Brett Maloney	Aaron Glenane	Karen Thompson’s partner who is invited to Summer Bay by her son Dean to discuss their relationship. Despite initial tension and Karen denying romantic feelings, Brett professes his love. They reconcile and decide to live together, departing Summer Bay soon after.
1 March	Shayla	Uncredited	Encounters Theo Poulos during his community service; appreciates his honesty regarding stealing a Surf Club vehicle.
7 March	Julia	Ana Maria Belo	The celebrant who officiates the marriage of Ari Parata and Mia Anderson at the hospital before Ari’s condition deteriorates; later manages their marriage documentation.
10 March	Wiremu	Peter Paki	A family friend who performs traditional ceremonies honoring Ari Parata before his funeral.
	Kai Karanga	Michelle Morunga
	Parata Whānau	Te Tuhi Tipena, Marcus Barber, Kane Pahau, Mark Takuira, Rewi Pakinga, Rinnarta Bryan, Kaitlan Mauriohooho
5 April	Debt Collector Martin	Oliver Cooney	A debt collector demands Mackenzie Booth repay an outstanding amount within 24 hours; Logan Bennett intervenes and resolves the situation.
	Delivery Person	Martin Cohen	Delivers a package to Mackenzie Booth at Salt.
	Callum Pierce	Tristan McKinnon	Steals money from the Pier Diner cash register; apprehended by Rose Delaney via citizen’s arrest; police process him despite his protests.
	Diner Mary	Celeste Healey	Customer present at the Pier Diner during Callum Pierce’s theft.
	Police Officer	Gary Bell	Assists Cash Newman in arresting Callum Pierce.
7 April–2 June	Nathan Silva	Ryan Panizza	Poker player participating in illegal games at Salt; competes against Tane Parata and socializes with Felicity Newman and others.
17 April–24 May	Jesse	Nat Jobe	Hospital transplant coordinator overseeing Martha Stewart’s kidney transplant process.
20 April	'High Roller Jack'	Barry Conrad	Poker player at Salt’s underground gambling night; defeats Tane Parata; shows interest in Ziggy Astoni.
4 May–1 June	Millie	Zara Zoe	Involved in a car crash with Logan Bennett; receives treatment from Xander Delaney and later Logan; copes with trauma related to the accident and loss of friend Jo.
10 May	Barry	Trent Johansen	Employed by PK to prevent Felicity Newman from attending poker games at Salt; restricts her from leaving home.
	Dougie	Sam Alhaje	Gambler attending exclusive poker night at Salt; loses to PK.
9 June–10 August	'Tex Wheeler'	Lucas Linehan	Handyman hired by Marilyn Chambers to assist with Alf Stewart’s businesses; experienced carpenter with travel background.
15 June–13 July	'Naomi Stevens'	Jamaica Vaughan	Tourist whose sister Goldie disappears while swimming; supported and comforted by John Palmer; expresses gratitude towards Nikau Parata for rescue efforts.
15 June	} } | Uncredited | Surf lifesaver assisting Nikau Parata during rescue operations for Goldie. | -	Uncredited | Naomi Stevens' sister rescued after going missing at sea; revived by Nikau Parata. | -	23 June	Surf Lifesaver Flemo	Alex Rowe	-	21 July 2022, 9 January 2023, 11 April 2024	Kiri	David Wikaira-Paul	-	'8 August–'	Constable Joanna Devlin	Ariadne Sgouros	-	12 September	Tully Dixon	Josh Virgona	-	15 September 2022–26 January 2023	Stacey Collingwood	Maleeka Gasbarri	-	3 October 2022–12 January 2023	Jacob Cameron	Alex Williams

External links

• Home and Away cast and characters available on 7plus