List of Home and Away characters introduced in 2022

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 an Australian soap opera that premiered on the Seven Network on 17 January 1988. This section details the characters introduced in 2022, listed chronologically by their debut, all brought in under the guidance of executive producer Lucy Addario. The series' 35th season commenced broadcasting on 31 January 2022. New additions include Xander Delaney (March), his sister Rose Delaney (April), PK (April), members of the Lyrik band—Bob Forsyth, Kirby Aramoana, Remi Carter, and Eden Fowler (July)—followed by Bree Cameron and Heather Frazer (August), and finally Gary Morrow (October).

Xander Delaney

Xander Delaney, played 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 related to former Home and Away cast member Chris Hemsworth, moved to Sydney to participate in filming. Xander is characterized as both a paramedic and a waiter, introduced as "an enigmatic figure seeking answers" within the Bay. It is later revealed that he has familial ties to established character Jasmine Delaney (portrayed by Sam Frost) and newcomer Rose Delaney (Kirsty Marillier). Their relationship unfolds following their father's passing, with Xander arriving to pass on his father's inheritance to Jasmine.

At first, Jasmine suspects that Xander and Rose might be con artists, leading her to conduct a background investigation that causes tension among them. Xander's narrative arc concluded with his exit on 6 November 2024, when he departs for a six-week internship in Melbourne. His final scenes feature interactions with Rose and his girlfriend Dana Matheson (Ally Harris). In February 2025, it was confirmed that Xander would not be returning to the show, having accepted a permanent position as an events manager in Melbourne and inviting Dana to accompany him.

Rose Delaney

Rose Delaney, portrayed 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 guest-starred on the series in 2018 but joined the main cast through this role, representing a significant advancement in her career.

Rose shares a connection with established character Jasmine Delaney and newcomer Xander Delaney; they share the same mother but have different fathers. The siblings arrive in Summer Bay to settle their late father's estate, with Rose aiming to resolve matters swiftly while Xander pursues building a relationship with Jasmine. Professionally, Rose serves as a police officer who develops feelings for colleague Cash Newman and eventually becomes part of the local law enforcement team.

In August 2023, the storyline expanded with the introduction of Rose's biological father, Samuel Edwards, adding depth to her exploration of heritage and identity. Kirsty Marillier filmed her final scenes toward the end of 2024, with Rose's departure airing on 19 March 2025 as she leaves Summer Bay to accept a detective position in the city.

PK

Peter "PK" King, brought to life by Ryan Johnson, made his first appearance on 28 April 2022. Johnson, who had a previous role in Home and Away in 2010 as Paulie Rosetta, characterized PK as "somewhat of a sociopath" who thrives on creating disorder and manipulating others. PK is depicted as an affluent poker enthusiast who invests in tournaments organized by Mackenzie Booth (Emily Weir). Johnson embraced the opportunity to portray an antagonist, which marked a departure from his earlier portrayal of the principled Matt Knight in Doctor Doctor. Despite rumors, Johnson clarified that PK was not an undercover law enforcement officer. He also mentioned that the storyline aimed to emphasize the dangers associated with gambling, reflecting his own views against endorsing it.

PK enters the poker circuit through Nathan Silva (Ryan Panizza), who connects him with Mackenzie. Although initially denied entry, PK secures participation by paying a premium fee. He then proposes hosting an exclusive poker event at Salt with a $5,000 entry fee but deliberately excludes Felicity Newman (Jacqui Purvis) due to her brother’s affiliation with the police. After achieving a significant win, PK discloses that the House has suffered a $100,000 loss and expects Mackenzie to compensate for it, hinting at repayment through sexual favors. Mackenzie refuses following their brief liaison.

Shortly after, Mackenzie uncovers that PK deceived her since the House cannot incur losses. She offers to organize another VIP poker night to settle her debt, but PK insists on claiming all earnings and subsequently arranges for theft and vandalism at Salt, during which Tane Parata (Ethan Browne) is stabbed. In the aftermath, Dean Thompson (Patrick O'Conner) confronts PK; PK responds by threatening Dean’s family. Dean assaults PK but is held back and later orchestrates his abduction by the River Boys.

PK’s corpse is discovered on the beach several days later, with blunt force trauma identified as the cause of death. The investigation involves everyone 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, made his debut on 4 July 2022. Announced on 29 June 2022, Bob is one of four members of the fictional band Lyrik, introduced following a series of cast departures in 2022. Mallet described joining Home and Away as a significant career achievement and praised the seasoned production crew. According to Digital Spy, Bob harbors grand ambitions for Lyrik and questions whether Summer Bay is worthy of their music. His storyline includes a "turbulent relationship" with fellow bandmate Kirby Aramoana. Mallet characterized Bob as pursuing "fame, glory, and artistic integrity." The character exits two weeks after Lyrik’s arrival due to frustration with performing in small-town venues; before leaving Summer Bay, he attempts to form a new band with Kirby.

Kirby Aramoana

Kirby Aramoana, portrayed by Angelina Thomson, also premiered on 4 July 2022. Announced alongside Bob Forsyth and other new characters on 29 June 2022, Kirby is a member of Lyrik. Thomson mentioned that the cast developed strong camaraderie and that her own musical experience supported her performance. She described Kirby as "wild, passionate, playful, creative," while also being calm and affectionate. Central to her narrative is her "turbulent relationship" with Bob Forsyth. After Bob departs, Lyrik recruits new lead vocalist Theo Poulos (Matt Evans). Thomson referred to the audition process as "stressful," highlighting the deep connection between Kirby and Theo through their shared musical enthusiasm, which evolves into a romantic involvement. Kirby left the series in July 2025; Thomson was observed filming her final scenes in January 2025 before joining a stage production at the Sydney Opera House. Co-star Stephanie Panozzo, who portrays bandmate Eden Fowler, paid tribute to Thomson upon her departure, emphasizing the genuine nature and enduring impact of their on-screen friendship.

Remi Carter

Remi Carter, brought to life by Adam Rowland, made his first appearance on 4 July 2022. Announced on 29 June 2022, Remi is among four fresh characters introduced as members of the fictional band Lyrik, following the departure of four cast members in 2022. At the time of casting, Rowland was employed at a bar and relocated to Sydney within three days to begin filming. He described Remi as embodying "the classic Australian larrikin"—someone who enjoys fun, stirs things up, yet remains deeply loyal to friends and family. Remi shares a close, playful friendship with fellow bandmate Eden Fowler.

Eden Fowler

Eden Fowler, portrayed by Stephanie Panozzo, also debuted on 4 July 2022. Like Remi, she is part of the band Lyrik introduced after several cast changes in 2022. Panozzo secured the role through a Zoom audition due to contracting COVID-19 and called landing the part "a dream come true." Eden is characterized as a "wild child," fiercely loyal and outspoken, with strong passions for music and meaningful relationships. She maintains a teasing rapport with Remi. The writers developed a romantic backstory between Eden and Cash Newman (Nicholas Cartwright), revealing they had a previous relationship prior to arriving in Summer Bay. In 2023, Eden’s estranged brother Levi Fowler (Tristan Gorey) was introduced, highlighting family conflicts rooted in their parents’ divorce.

Bree Cameron

Bree Cameron, played by Juliet Godwin, first appeared on 9 August 2022. Godwin was seen filming at the show’s Palm Beach location in March 2022; her casting was officially announced in July 2022. She described securing the role as "a dream come true" and appreciated the chance to collaborate with talented actors in a supportive environment.

Bree arrives in Summer Bay as the new doctor overseeing the hospital’s emergency department following Logan Bennett’s exit. Godwin portrayed Bree as someone "seeking a fresh start," possessing a "heart of gold" paired with a "surfer chick" demeanor. Though Bree projects a relaxed and compassionate personality, she hides secrets beneath her cheerful exterior. Her storyline begins when she treats Constable Cash Newman after he is shot on duty, gradually unveiling her past to those around her.

Heather Frazer

Heather Frazer, enacted by Sofia Nolan, made her debut on 24 August 2022. Nolan was cast through her agent and drawn to Heather’s "vivacious personality" and engaging narrative arc. Heather arrives in Summer Bay requesting Roo Stewart’s assistance with a law school application, which raises suspicion after she photographs Marilyn Chambers. Nolan described Heather as "a formidable presence," motivated by a difficult upbringing and driven to support families through her interest in family law. It is later disclosed that Heather is Marilyn’s biological daughter, given up for adoption.

Heather meets Roo at the Pier Diner to collaborate on a TAFE application, expressing her ambition to study law to aid mothers separated from their children. She recounts her history: while employed as a housekeeper, she had an affair with a married man and became pregnant; however, the couple she worked for raised the child as their own. Heather reacts strongly when Roo mentions Marilyn’s name and later photographs Marilyn.

Heather’s actions escalate when she abducts Marilyn, Alf, Leah, Irene, and Roo, holding them captive at her former boarding school. She coerces Marilyn into admitting that Heather is her daughter from an affair and reveals her intention for revenge due to years of neglect. When authorities arrive after discovering Heather has killed her stepmother, a tense standoff ensues atop the school roof. Heather falls but survives the incident. At the hospital, Marilyn apologizes yet cuts ties with Heather, who responds with anger. Subsequently, Heather is declared unfit for trial and committed to a psychiatric facility.

Gary Morrow

Gary Morrow, brought to life by Peter Phelps, made his first appearance on 31 October 2022. Phelps, who had earlier guest-starred in 2012 and also directed several episodes, described his return as a reunion with old colleagues. Gary was introduced as the foster father of Cash Newman (Nicholas Cartwright) and Felicity Newman (Jacqui Purvis), arriving in Summer Bay just before Felicity's wedding to Tane Parata (Ethan Browne). Despite their "rocky history" and Felicity's remorse over previous interactions, Cash encourages her to reconnect with Gary. He is depicted as "understanding," quickly mending his relationship with Felicity.

Phelps reprised the character on 22 August 2024 following Felicity's passing. The audience reception was favorable; Tahlia Pritchard from Yahoo! Lifestyle remarked that viewers "fell in love" with Gary and expressed hopes for him to become a regular cast member, commending his composed and supportive demeanor. Pritchard also emphasized Gary’s guidance to Cash in facing his past and noted that Phelps was filming scenes slated for release in 2025.

In their youth, Gary and his wife Katherine served as foster parents to Cash and Felicity. His unexpected arrival at their residence initially causes friction, as Felicity rejects him due to unresolved emotions tied to her father's death. Through conversation, they manage to restore a close connection. After Felicity’s tragic car accident, Gary is contacted by Cash to organize the funeral in their hometown, where he offers support to Cash and his fiancée Eden during challenging times.

Others

Date(s)	Character	Actor	Description
3 February–1 March	Neve Spicer	Sophie Bloom	Former girlfriend of Logan Bennett who returns after going AWOL from military service and facing a court martial. She seeks out Logan in Summer Bay but struggles with PTSD and the complications of his relationship with Mackenzie Booth. Following several emotionally charged encounters, Neve accepts assistance and is taken into military custody with support from Logan and Mac.
7 February	Surfer Pete	Jamai Evans	Surfer who sustains injuries at the beach; receives first aid from Logan Bennett.
23 February–7 March	Brett Maloney	Aaron Glenane	Partner of Karen Thompson invited to Summer Bay for reconciliation after a broken engagement. After initial friction, they decide to cohabit and depart town.
1 March	Shayla	Uncredited	Encounters Theo Poulos during community service; recognizes it as his first offense.
7 March	Julia	Ana Maria Belo	Celebrant officiating the hospital wedding of Ari Parata and Mia Anderson; responsible for completing marriage documentation.
10 March	Wiremu	Peter Paki	Family and friends of the Parata family perform traditional ceremonies honoring Ari Parata prior to 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	Debt collector contacts Mackenzie Booth over an outstanding bill; Logan Bennett intervenes to settle the amount.
	Delivery Person	Martin Cohen	Delivers a package to Mackenzie Booth.
	Callum Pierce	Tristan McKinnon	Steals cash from Pier Diner’s till; apprehended by Rose Delaney with police assistance.
	Diner Mary	Celeste Healey	Customer present at Pier Diner during Callum Pierce’s theft incident.
	Police Officer	Gary Bell	Assists Cash Newman in arresting Callum Pierce.
7 April–2 June	Nathan Silva	Ryan Panizza	Poker player frequenting illegal gambling events at Salt; interacts with Tane Parata and Felicity Newman.
17 April–24 May	Jesse	Nat Jobe	Hospital transplant coordinator overseeing Martha Stewart’s kidney transplant procedure.
20 April	High Roller Jack	Barry Conrad	Poker participant at Salt’s underground gambling night; wins against Tane Parata and interacts with Ziggy Astoni.
4 May–1 June	Millie	Zara Zoe	Involved in a car collision with Logan Bennett; receives treatment while coping with the loss of friend Jo.
10 May	Barry	Trent Johansen	Engaged by PK to prevent Felicity Newman from attending poker games at Salt.
	Dougie	Sam Alhaje	Gambler participating in exclusive poker night; loses to PK’s straight hand.
9 June–10 August	Tex Wheeler	Lucas Linehan	Handyman hired by Marilyn Chambers to assist with Alf Stewart’s business operations.
15 June–13 July	Naomi Stevens	Jamaica Vaughan	Tourist whose sister Goldie is saved from drowning by Nikau Parata; expresses gratitude through inviting Nikau for lunch.
15 June	'Mitch'	Uncredited	Surf lifesaver involved in rescuing and resuscitating Goldie.
	Goldie	Uncredited	Sister of Naomi Stevens rescued from near-drowning by Nikau Parata.
23 June	Surf Lifesaver Flemo	Alex Rowe	Assists Tex Wheeler in rescuing an injured surfer; stabilizes patient until ambulance arrives.
21 July 2022, 9 January 2023, 11 April 2024	Kiri	David Wikaira-Paul	Cousin to Tane and Nikau Parata; provides support during family events including wedding preparations and aids during Tane’s time evading authorities in 2024.
"8 August–"	Constable Joanna Devlin	Ariadne Sgouros	Police constable stationed at Yabbie Creek handling cases involving Cash Newman and Felicity Newman; maintains professional relationships with Dean Thompson and Rose Delaney.
"12 September"	Tully Dixon	Josh Virgona	Music journalist interviewing members of Lyrik band Kirby Aramoana and Theo Poulos; highlights their personal narrative in his publication.
"15 September 2022–26 January 2023"	Stacey Collingwood	Maleeka Gasbarri	Nurse who briefly dates Remi Carter following his hospital discharge.
"3 October 2022–12 January 2023"	Jacob Cameron	Alex Williams	Bree Cameron’s husband who arrives unexpectedly in Summer Bay; causes tension over Bree’s relationship with Remi Carter.

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