Marty Jones (Home and Away)

Home and Away

Company type	Television series
Industry	Television, Entertainment
Founded	January 17, 1988 (1988-01-17)
Headquarters	Australia
Area served	Australia
Website	7plus.com.au/home-and-away

Home and Away is a long-running Australian soap opera that debuted on the Seven Network on 17 January 1988. This compilation highlights characters introduced throughout 2011, all under the direction of series producer Cameron Welsh. The show's 24th season commenced broadcast on 24 January 2011. In February, the Braxton siblings—Darryl, Heath, and Casey—made their first appearances. April brought the introductions of Miranda Jacobs and Kieran Monroe. June saw the arrival of Marty Jones, followed by Tegan Callahan in July. Actor Fletcher Humphrys joined the cast as gang member Jake Pirovic during July as well. August introduced new faces including Harvey Ryan, Hammer, Stu Henderson, and Sasha Bezmel. In September, Shane Emmett appeared portraying Mark Gilmour, while October welcomed the character of lawyer Hayley O'Connor.

Darryl Braxton

Darryl "Brax" Braxton, played by Steve Peacocke, made his debut on 16 February 2011. The casting announcement came on 9 January 2011, with Peacocke describing the audition as "very enjoyable." Brax is the eldest sibling among the trio known as The River Boys, a notorious surf gang with a rebellious image. Per Channel Seven's official Home and Away site, Brax carries a "troubled reputation and a chip on his shoulder." Recognized as a surfing icon, he commands respect within his community, which he uses to his advantage. Peacocke explained that Brax’s motivation is to leave behind a difficult past in pursuit of a stable family environment. He also endeavors to shield his younger brothers, Heath (Dan Ewing) and Casey (Lincoln Younes), from trouble. Soon after his introduction, Darryl began dating Charlie Buckton (Esther Anderson). For this portrayal, Peacocke earned the 2012 Logie Award for Most Popular New Male Talent.

Heath Braxton

Heath Braxton, portrayed by Daniel Ewing, first appeared on 16 February 2011, departed on 29 July 2014, and briefly returned on 23 September 2014. As the middle brother among the Braxtons, Heath initially gained a reputation for being intimidating to both law enforcement and locals in Mangrove River due to his quick temper. His casting was announced as the first of the River Boys characters on 24 September 2010. This role marked Ewing’s second stint on Home and Away, having previously portrayed Reuben Humphries in 2007. In preparation for the part, Ewing enhanced his physical fitness, acknowledging that producers likely favored an actor with athletic ability to convincingly play a surfer, despite admitting limited personal surfing experience.

Casey Braxton

Casey Braxton, enacted by Lincoln Younes, was featured from 17 February 2011 until 16 September 2014. The youngest member of the Braxton brothers, Casey strives to distance himself from their notorious reputation and was expelled from his former school. Younes postponed plans to travel to London after securing this role and relocated to Sydney for filming. Described as a contemporary Rebel Without a Cause, Casey grapples with questions of identity while living in the shadow of his older siblings. His storyline includes a romantic involvement with Ruby Buckton (Rebecca Breeds), who had previously been linked with Romeo Smith (Luke Mitchell).

Miranda Jacobs

Miranda Jacobs, played by Ashley Cheadle, first appeared on 6 April 2011. She arrives in Summer Bay to take part in the Surf Carnival and soon starts dating Xavier Austin.

Cheadle, who is a professional surfer, joined Home and Away portraying a romantic interest for a key character. Miranda’s character breaks away from the conventional beach blonde surfer image. She competes against Ruby Buckton (Rebecca Breeds) during the Surf Carnival, with both actresses performing their own surfing stunts. Miranda’s involvement causes complications for Xavier, whom she briefly dates. After discovering that Xavier deceived her about attending university, she initially forgives him but ends the relationship when he lies again.

Xavier delivers pizzas to Miranda’s residence, leading to their acquaintance. They attend social gatherings together, and Miranda mistakenly believes Xavier is a university student until she finds out he is still in high school. She agrees to assist him in training for the Surf Carnival and even speaks at Summer Bay High after an invitation from Gina Austin (Sonia Todd). When Miranda uncovers another lie from Xavier, she decides to break up with him.

In the Surf Carnival race, Miranda emerges victorious after knocking Ruby into the water amid Ruby’s attempts at sabotage. Despite allegations of cheating, Xavier stands up for Miranda’s integrity.

Kieran Monroe

Kieran Monroe, portrayed by Andrew Hazzard, made his debut on 6 April 2011 as a recurring student character in Home and Away. Introduced as a romantic interest for Indigo Walker, Kieran’s intense behavior was viewed as unsettling.

Hazzard described Kieran as someone driven by ambition, focused on academic success with aspirations of becoming a farmer and family man. Although his goals are straightforward, Kieran faces emotional challenges and feels manipulated by others. He quickly develops strong feelings for Indigo and seeks to impress her family to solidify their bond.

Kieran also encounters Indigo’s former boyfriend, Romeo Smith, which sparks rivalry between them. Hazzard mentioned that Kieran has a "dangerous streak" but clarified that his actions stem from misguided affection rather than malice. In a critical moment, Kieran insists that Indigo leave with him to ensure her safety, demonstrating his warped yet genuine intentions.

Kieran initiates contact through messages and dates, but Indigo is cautious due to her recent breakup. His persistence escalates as he offers rides and unexpectedly shows up at events. The tension heightens when he attempts to take Indigo somewhere against her wishes, leading Romeo to intervene.

Media outlets described Kieran as "freaky," a stalker figure, and "a rather intense suitor," underscoring his disturbing role within the narrative.

Marty Jones

Marty Jones, played by Matty Lui, first appeared on 27 June 2011. Lui earned the role following an audition held in Hawaii. As a five-time Hawaiian surf champion, Lui’s expertise was incorporated into Marty’s storyline. During filming, Lui also taught co-star Samara Weaving how to surf.

In the storyline, Roo Stewart, Romeo Smith, and Indi Walker travel to Hawaii for a tourism expo. Marty acts as a business associate of Roo and Romeo, with Indi helping to win his favor. Marty offers Indi employment, which she declines. He supports Indi and Romeo’s marriage while they are visiting. Roo spends time with Marty to avoid conversations with Sid Walker, and Marty encourages her to consider pursuing a relationship with Sid.

Tegan Callahan

Tegan Mary Callahan, portrayed by Saskia Burmeister, made her debut on 4 July 2011. As a River Girl and former partner of Darryl Braxton (Steve Peacocke), Tegan arrives in Summer Bay with the intention of rekindling their past relationship. The casting announcement came in April 2011, with Burmeister describing Tegan as a "mischievous," manipulative figure—a contrast to her previous roles—that drew her to the character.

For this role, Burmeister lightened her hair to blonde and expressed enthusiasm about potentially returning after her extended guest appearance. Tegan’s arrival is prompted by Darryl’s mother, Cheryl, who wants her to check on him amid family discord. Although Darryl harbors lingering feelings for Tegan due to their shared history, he remains wary of her intentions.

Tegan challenges Darryl regarding his new involvement with Charlie Buckton and actively tries to undermine their relationship. She issues threats toward Charlie, prompting Darryl to demand that Tegan leave town. Nonetheless, Tegan reveals she is involved with Jake Pirovic and cautions Darryl about Heath Braxton’s schemes. Subsequently, she smuggles drugs into Summer Bay, which Heath assists in hiding.

The pair secretly resume their relationship until Charlie uncovers them. After Jake stabs Darryl, Tegan helps tend to his wounds and reveals that Darryl is the father of her daughter Darcy. Though initially doubtful, Darryl accepts paternity without requiring a DNA test. However, Casey Braxton exposes Tegan’s deception; she confesses that Heath is Darcy’s true father and decides to depart with Jake.

During a severe storm, Tegan confronts Heath over custody issues concerning Darcy but leaves following a car accident. She becomes distraught when Darcy goes missing but is saved by Darryl. Despite declaring her love for Darryl, she recognizes that he does not feel the same. After hospitalization from the crash, Tegan admits she informed Hammer about Darryl and Charlie’s relationship before succumbing to her injuries.

Harvey Ryan

Harvey Ryan, brought to life by Marcus Graham, first appeared on 10 August 2011. Originally contracted for a short guest role, Graham extended his tenure through the end of 2012 due to his enjoyment of the part. Harvey is portrayed as an accomplished sailor and boat operator who manages a fishing charter business in Summer Bay. Known for his charismatic demeanor and ability to charm women with his relaxed maritime persona, Harvey frequently finds himself at odds with locals—particularly Romeo Smith (Luke Mitchell)—over competition and mooring rights.

Graham wrapped filming in mid-2013, describing his departure as "amicable." He noted that the role’s appeal kept him longer than planned and left open the possibility of returning in the future.

Harvey’s narrative involves ongoing disputes with Romeo concerning client poaching and accusations of vandalism, culminating in a legal battle over mooring permits. Despite these conflicts, the two eventually forge a business alliance merging Harvey’s mooring privileges with Romeo’s boat operations. Harvey pursues a romantic relationship with Roo Stewart (Georgie Parker), though their partnership faces obstacles including trust issues and separations.

On the political front, Harvey secures a council position by defeating Alf Stewart and halts a proposed resort development but later confronts allegations of electoral fraud. After admitting guilt, he receives community service alongside fines, which forces him to sell his home. His personal life becomes more complicated with the arrival of ex-wife Melissa Gregg and their daughter Lottie, sparking custody disputes connected to family tragedies.

Harvey proposes marriage to Roo; they wed and jointly manage the local caravan park. Together they take in teenage runaways Maddy Osborne and Spencer Harrington, further cementing their involvement within the community.

Following an enigmatic disappearance during a fishing expedition with close friend Winston Markman, Harvey returns both physically injured and emotionally altered. Recognizing changes in their dynamic, he and Roo amicably divorce, allowing him to leave Summer Bay while maintaining connections with those important to him.

Jake Pirovic

Jake Pirovic, played by Fletcher Humphrys, made his debut on 22 July 2011 and exited on 23 January 2012, returning briefly in 2014. According to Humphrys' co-star Tai Hara, who portrays Andy Barrett, Jake's character provided Andy with a sense of validation despite his involvement in criminal activities. The storyline involving Jake's comeback culminated in a major homicide plot.

As the head of a surf gang rivaling the River Boys, Jake is romantically involved with Tegan Callahan (Saskia Burmeister). He is apprehended during a drug raid along with Heath Braxton (Dan Ewing) but is subsequently released. Jake demands the return of his drugs from Darryl Braxton (Steve Peacocke) and kidnaps their brother Casey (Lincoln Younes) and Ruby Buckton (Rebecca Breeds). Brax returns the drugs to secure their freedom, but upon discovering some are missing, Jake stabs him. Following this, Jake is arrested and imprisoned; meanwhile, his brother Hammer (Benedict Samuel) assumes leadership but is killed by Charlie Buckton (Esther Anderson) after a failed abduction attempt.

Once freed, Jake retaliates by killing Charlie and engages in violent altercations with Brax, resulting in his re-arrest and sentencing.

Two years later, Jake reemerges as the leader of a drug trafficking gang to which Andy Barrett owes money. His gang includes second-in-command Cody Dalton (Aaron Glenane). Jake assaults Casey and Denny Miller (Home and Away) (Jessica Grace Smith) and abducts Josh and Evie MacGuire (Philippa Northeast) to pressure Andy. Holding Brax responsible for Hammer's death, Jake manipulates Andy into conspiring against Brax. When Andy refuses to continue, Jake kidnaps Josh once more. During an attempted rescue, Jake shoots Casey, who later succumbs to his injuries.

Jake shows no remorse, prompting Brax to seek vengeance. After a high-speed chase ending in a crash that severely injures Jake, he is hospitalized and placed in a medically induced coma. Senior Sergeant Mike Emerson discloses that Jake had been moved from prison to a low-security psychiatric facility after being found not responsible for shooting Charlie.

Brax instructs doctor Nate Cooper (Kyle Pryor) to allow Jake to die; when the doctor refuses, Brax tries to disconnect life support but is apprehended. Subsequently, Andy covertly disconnects Jake’s life support, leading to his death.

Hammer

Harman "Hammer" Pirovic, portrayed by Benedict Samuel, first appeared on 22 August 2011. Announced on 30 July 2011, Hammer is affiliated with a gang opposing the River Boys and acts as the enforcer under his brother Jake (Fletcher Humphrys). Despite his slender frame, he projects a formidable and menacing demeanor.

With Jake behind bars, Hammer assumes control of the gang, confronting Darryl "Brax" Braxton (Steve Peacocke) and threatening the Braxton brothers after learning that Heath Braxton (Daniel Ewing) testified for Jake’s early release. This sparks violent conflicts between the gangs involving assaults and vandalism, ultimately drawing police intervention. Hammer’s faction notably attacks Stu Henderson (Brenton Thwaites), forcibly removing one of his tattoos.

Hammer's aggressive behavior extends to encounters with law enforcement officers such as Charlie Buckton (Esther Anderson) and Georgina Watson (Jacklyn Albergoni), during which suspicious items are discovered in his vehicle. Following the death of Jake’s girlfriend, Tegan Callahan (Saskia Burmeister), Hammer issues threats against Brax and Charlie and attempts to assassinate Charlie from his car.

At Tegan’s funeral, Hammer demands that Brax relinquish his territory and kidnaps Charlie to pressure him. The confrontation culminates in a physical fight during which Charlie fatally shoots Hammer, ending his violent reign in Summer Bay.

Stu Henderson

Stuart "Stu" Henderson, played by Brenton Thwaites, made his first appearance on 23 August 2011. Soon after moving from Cairns to Sydney, Thwaites landed this recurring role for five months on Home and Away. He regarded the role as an excellent opportunity to develop his skills, supported by a welcoming cast. Stu was introduced as a fresh face among the Bay's River Boys, featuring prominently in a major plot throughout the year.

Stu is depicted as a youthful River Boy who quickly finds himself at odds with rival gang leader Hammer (Benedict Samuel), igniting a fierce gang conflict. Following an assault by Hammer's group that includes the removal of Stu's "Blood & Sand" tattoo, hostilities intensify, leading to a violent clash between the gangs. This arc underscores the series’ exploration of youth gang culture and territorial disputes.

He embarks on a romantic relationship with Sasha Bezmel (Demi Harman), despite her father Sid Walker's (Robert Mammone) objections. Their volatile relationship involves episodes of domestic abuse, resulting in legal repercussions for Stu. This storyline delves into themes of juvenile delinquency and familial discord, adding depth to the drama.

In February 2012, Alf Stewart (Ray Meagher) discovers Stu’s body near the caravan park, sparking a murder inquiry implicating multiple local residents. Sasha ultimately admits to killing Stu in self-defense during a confrontation but is acquitted when it emerges that Dennis Harling (Danny Roberts) had moved Stu’s corpse.

This narrative significantly boosted viewer engagement and ratings, demonstrating Home and Away's effective use of intense youth crime drama to captivate its audience.

Sasha Bezmel

Sasha Bezmel, portrayed by Demi Harman, debuted on 31 August 2011. Though Isabelle Cornish initially auditioned for the part, Harman was cast and relocated from Brisbane to Sydney for the role. Sasha is a fifteen-year-old illegitimate daughter of Sid Walker (Robert Mammone). After her mother’s fatal car accident, she moves to Summer Bay to live with Sid and her half-siblings. Harman described Sasha as "sassy, angry, stubborn and rebellious." The official show website emphasized Sasha’s uncontrollable and independent traits typical of a teenager pushing limits. Harman earned a nomination for "Most Popular New Female Talent" at the 2012 Logie Awards for this portrayal.

Mark Gilmour

Mark Gilmour, enacted by Shane Emmett, first appeared on 22 September 2011 in a lengthy guest stint. Emmett, brother of the late Home and Away actress Belinda Emmett, remarked on the challenge of working alongside many former colleagues of his sister. Mark is Gypsy Nash’s (Kimberley Cooper) wealthy boyfriend but struggles to bond with her daughter Lily Smith (Charlie Rose Maclennan), who resists accepting him. While visiting Summer Bay, Mark proposes sending Lily to boarding school, causing friction with Gypsy. Their relationship deteriorates further when Lily reveals Gypsy’s past one-night stand with Liam Murphy (Axle Whitehead), prompting Gypsy to end things with Mark.

Hayley O'Connor

Hayley O'Connor, played by Alyssa McClelland, made her debut on 10 October 2011. McClelland had previously appeared on Home and Away as Brooke MacPherson. Hayley is a lawyer representing Casey Braxton (Lincoln Younes) and provides support to his brother Darryl "Brax" (Steve Peacocke) during his imprisonment. Peacocke described Hayley as "cunning," exploiting Brax's vulnerable circumstances. Their association fuels jealousy in Brax’s on-and-off girlfriend Charlie Buckton (Esther Anderson), who suspects Brax has moved on after witnessing their interactions.

Hayley’s motives in Summer Bay remain ambiguous, adding intrigue to her character arc. McClelland filmed scenes under challenging conditions, including cold beach environments. She returned to reprise the role on 30 April 2012.

Within the storyline, Hayley defends Casey against arson allegations; despite her efforts, Casey is convicted and incarcerated. She hints to Charlie about dating Brax and later shares dinner and a kiss with him. After spending the night together, Hayley provides an alibi for Brax during a robbery investigation but later withdraws it before departing town. She returns when Heath Braxton (Dan Ewing) hires her to prevent Bianca Scott (Lisa Gormley) from leaving with his child. Confronted by Brax over Charlie’s death, Hayley admits orchestrating events that led to his setup and assisting in freeing Jake Pirovic (Fletcher Humphrys) due to past drug issues. Though Brax blames her for Charlie’s demise, he ultimately lets her go.

Others

Date(s)	Character	Actor	Role Details
24 January – 5 October	Judge/Magistrate Hanson	Rhett Walton	Judicial figure presiding over Alf Stewart's court case; sentences Casey Braxton to thirty days in juvenile detention.
24 January	Clerk	Anthony Milne	Court clerk appearing during Alf Stewart's hearing.
27 January – 21 November	Summer Horgan-Jones	Jaimee Taylor-Nielsen	New student at Summer Bay High who befriends main characters; involved in storylines including a bicycle accident and romantic interests with Xavier Austin and Casey Braxton.
27 January – 25 January 2012	Jase McKenzie	Nick Bartlett	Bully targeting VJ Patterson and April Scott; engages in confrontations with Dexter Walker and Xavier Austin.
31 January, 5 October–19 November 2013, 19 May 2014, 17 March 2015 – 5 May 2016	Constable Nader/Neal Stevenson	Michele-Antonio Mattiuzzi	Police officer participating in various investigations such as noise complaints, robbery cases, and family custody matters.
31 January–1 February, 18 August–7 October 2014	Shandi Ayres	Elizabeth Blackmore (2011), Tess Haubrich (2014)	Daughter of John Palmer whose identity was stolen; returns for John's wedding three years later.
1 February	Park Worker	Peter Cridland	Accepts bribe from Angelo Rosetta to assist with Daria's movements.
1 February	Lifesaver	Christian Miranda	Beach lifeguard working alongside John Palmer.
2 February	René Lisle	Akos Armont	April Scott's French online acquaintance appearing via webcam.
9 February	Stephanie	Jacinta Acevski	Tour guide providing reassurance to pregnant university students during Open Week.
9 February	Simone Bollen	Angela Bauer	University lecturer advising Nicole Franklin regarding course workload amid pregnancy.
9 February	Evan	Ryan Oliver Gelbart	University student briefly dating Nicole Franklin before ending relationship due to her pregnancy.
18–21 February	Rick	Curtis Oakes	Member of River Boys involved in prank kidnapping Dexter Walker.
18 February–20 June	Pee Wee	Ty Hungerford	Accomplice in Dexter Walker's kidnapping; participates in partying, hospitalisation following assault, and failed drug deal aboard Romeo Smith's boat.
21 February–31 May	Brodie Upton	Guy Edmonds	River Boy engaged in marijuana cultivation; involved in conflicts with Braxton brothers, hospitalisation, hostage situations; later seeks Darryl Braxton’s help to avoid legal consequences.
23 February–31 May	Emily Logan	Madison Kerry	Summer Bay student who teases peers; briefly dates Romeo Smith; contracts chlamydia from Romeo.
23 February–26 March 2012	Rob Mitchell	Matty Burn	River Boy causing disturbances at Surf Club; informs Heath Braxton about Romeo Smith's plans; vandalizes Alf Stewart's election posters.
25 February – 15 March	Leo	Haydn Robertson	River Boy appearing alongside main gang members.
24 February – 4 April	Grace Johnson	Clare Chihambakwe	Arrives with son Thabo and husband Elijah Johnson through sham marriage; faces immigration scrutiny after Thabo’s passing.
24 February – 21 March	Thabo Manthenga	Joshua Mbakwe	Grace Johnson’s son needing urgent medical attention; befriends locals before succumbing to illness.
2 March 2011 – 15 December 2016	Cheryl Braxton	Suzi Dougherty	Mother of Darryl, Heath, and Casey Braxton; involved in family matters including school discussions and marriage support.
10 March	Bill Lawson	Ian McPhee	Contacted by Charlie Buckton seeking information about Darryl Braxton.
10 March	Cameron Sangster	Jo Turner	Lawyer representing Darryl Braxton requesting dropped charges.
14 March – 2 June	Keith Irwin	Alan Lovell	Runs victims of crime group; briefly romantically involved with Colleen Smart before being exposed for marijuana possession.
14 March	Teena	Paige Gardiner	Shares hostage experience at victims of crime group meeting attended by Colleen Smart.
14 March	Mick	Michael Howlett	Member attending victims of crime group meetings led by Colleen Smart.
18–29 March	Angus McCathie	Tim Pocock	University student dating Nicole Franklin; withdraws after learning she plans adoption.
5 April	Janelle Riley	Dina Gillespie	Runs Bayside Mission; employs Elijah Johnson for operations assistance.
22–26 April	Billy McVeigh	Dallas Bigelow	Seeks accommodation at Bayside Mission; involved in assaults and job requests leading to arrest and bail agreements.
27 April – 2 June	Vanessa Unley	Sarah Chadwick	Old friend of Gina Austin participating in local events including music festival and camping trip.
27 April – 21 June	George (son of Nicole Franklin)	Multiple actors listed. George is Nicole Franklin and Penn Graham’s son. Nicole initially entrusts Marilyn Chambers with adoption but later reclaims him and departs Summer Bay with Angelo Rosetta.
9–10 May	Gary O'Connor	Grant Dodwell	Wilson's Bay Surf Club president opposing John Palmer; instigates conflict leading to heart attack after surf carnival loss.
24 May	'Carla Rosetta '	Cris Parker	Angelo Rosetta's mother visiting hospital; meets Roo Stewart and Nicole Franklin.
3 June – 19 July	'Laura Carmody '	Roo Stewart’s friend co-organizing fundraising events; dates Elijah Johnson before absconding with funds.
'Douglas Graham ' | Shane Porteous | Penn Graham’s grandfather visiting Summer Bay to meet great-grandson George.

External links

• Cast and characters on the Official Australian Home and Away site
• Cast and characters on the Official UK Home and Away platform
• Cast and characters at the Internet Movie Database