Raffy Morrison

Home and Away

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

Home and Away is a long-running Australian soap opera that first aired on the Seven Network on 17 January 1988. This compilation focuses on characters who were introduced during 2016, all under the guidance of executive producer Lucy Addario. The show's twenty-ninth season premiered on 1 February 2016. Notable introductions during this year include Dylan Carter in February; Isla Schultz and Lindsay Ford in March; Mick Jennings and Tori Morgan in May; followed by Tori’s brothers – Brody, Justin, and Mason Morgan – arriving in June. Subsequent characters introduced are Tabitha Ford in July; siblings Hope Morrison and Raffy Morrison in September; Jeannie Woods in November; and finally, Justin’s daughter Ava Gilbert in December.

Dylan Carter

Dylan Carter, played by Jeremy Lindsay Taylor, made his first appearance on 1 February 2016. Taylor’s involvement was revealed in August 2015. He characterized Dylan as a multifaceted detective with connections to Summer Bay. Dylan partners with Katarina Chapman (Pia Miller) to probe the murder of Charlotte King (Erika Heynatz). He returned for guest appearances in both 2017 and 2019.

Leading the inquiry into Charlotte King’s death, Dylan works alongside Kat and Mike Emerson. Despite a complicated history with Kat, he remains pivotal to investigations involving suspects such as Martin Ashford, Zac MacGuire, and Hunter King. His forceful methods result in charging Zac with murder; however, complications arise when Zac’s attorney Morag Bellingham exposes judicial impropriety tied to Dylan blackmailing a judge to refuse Zac bail, which ultimately leads to Dylan’s suspension.

After being suspended, Dylan’s conduct deteriorates: he assaults Ash, takes hostages at a private property, and is apprehended following a confrontation with Kat concerning his unresolved grief over the loss of his son Anton.

In later storylines, evidence surfaces implicating Dylan in a criminal plot involving an amnesiac Robbo. After a violent altercation on a boat where Dylan is presumed dead, it is later disclosed he survived. Dylan reemerges as the mastermind behind Robbo’s abduction, connected to the Ouroboros syndicate led by Victor. Both men are captured by the Australian Federal Police. Weeks afterward, Dylan is reported killed while incarcerated.

Isla Schultz

Isla Schultz, portrayed by singer Samantha Jade, debuted on-screen on 3 March 2016. Her casting was announced on 5 September 2015, with Jade expressing excitement about branching into acting and embracing a role that differs significantly from her music career. She commenced filming soon after the announcement and wrapped up her involvement by November.

Arriving in Summer Bay carrying a troubled history and questionable motives, Isla becomes romantically involved with Kyle Braxton (Nic Westaway). Working for Dave Rogers (Yure Covich), she attempts to collect a debt Kyle owes from a poker game. Following threats and an abduction incident, Kyle steps in to protect Isla, leading to their romantic connection.

Her ex-partner, Harry Kingswood (Wayne Bradley), visits with their daughters, sparking custody disputes. Isla later tries to steal from the Reefton Lakes golf club when Harry plans to relocate interstate. Kyle intervenes by accepting responsibility for the theft to safeguard Isla's future prospects. Consequently, he receives a thirteen-year prison sentence while Isla pledges to honor their sacrifices before departing.

Lindsay Ford

Lindsay Ford, brought to life by Georgia Flood, made her debut on 17 March 2016. Flood's involvement was disclosed in October 2015, with the character's introduction occurring in March 2016. Although initially hesitant, Flood embraced the role, describing Lindsay as "really cool" and enjoyed her guest stint on the show.

Lindsay tries to reach out to Hunter King (Scott Lee), but he does not respond to her calls. She visits the caravan park, introduces herself to Hunter’s partner Olivia (Raechelle Banno), and reveals that she had picked Hunter up the night he left Summer Bay. While Lindsay expresses a desire to stay without interfering in Hunter and Olivia’s relationship, she confesses to Olivia that she and Hunter shared a kiss and later hints at a deeper involvement. When Olivia witnesses Lindsay with her arm around Hunter, she ends their relationship. Subsequently, Lindsay organizes a party and hires Drew Panton (Govinda Roser-Finch) to make a move on Olivia, aiming to capture a compromising photo that ultimately leads to Hunter and Olivia breaking up. Lindsay then instigates a confrontation with Olivia at the diner. She later attempts to rekindle things with Hunter, who insists they remain friends. Lindsay steals Alf Stewart’s (Ray Meagher) ute; during an attempt to stop her, Hunter gets injured, and Lindsay escapes. Olivia warns her to leave Summer Bay or face legal consequences related to the incident.

Mick Jennings

Mick Jennings, portrayed by Kristian Schmid, first appeared on 5 May 2016 as the long-lost son of established character Irene Roberts (Lynne McGranger). Irene had previously disclosed that she was raped at age 14, gave birth at 15, and put the child up for adoption. Mick was later revealed as the rapist of Billie Ashford (Tessa de Josselin), a storyline recognized for its serious and dark nature. Mick was characterized as "twisted" and labeled a "villain," eliciting strong negative responses from viewers.

Mick arrives in Summer Bay claiming to be the uncle of Chris Harrington. Irene becomes suspicious of him; he kidnaps her while revealing his true identity as her son, though she initially rejects this claim. When Mick attempts to abduct Olivia Fraser Richards (Raechelle Banno), Olivia cleverly hides her phone in his vehicle so authorities can track him. Irene manages to escape; Mick is apprehended, and DNA testing confirms their biological connection. Billie identifies Mick as her attacker through a tattoo. After being released early from a psychiatric facility, Mick returns but is arrested for violating an AVO following a confrontation with Irene. He later kidnaps Billie’s newborn daughter Luc Patterson; after apologizing to both Irene and Billie, he surrenders himself and requests visitation rights.

Months later, Mick applies for parole but encounters hostility from Billie's brother Martin Ashford (George Mason). Upon release, Irene supports him during his stay at a halfway house but distances herself after he assaults Martin. Mick tries to reintegrate into Summer Bay life but faces rejection when Olivia exposes his past crimes. Alf Stewart arranges mining employment for him in Western Australia; although Mick initially declines, he eventually accepts after ongoing disputes. He engages legal representation to pursue custody of Luc but struggles with medication adherence and community distrust.

Following further difficulties involving Luc’s care and threats from Martin Ashford, Mick consents to relocate for work in Western Australia with Irene’s backing. Later on, Mick experiences an accident at the mine, prompting Irene to join him there for support.

Tori Morgan

Tori Morgan, portrayed by Penny McNamee, made her first appearance on 5 May 2016. The announcement of both the character and casting occurred on 22 November 2015. McNamee referred to this opportunity as her "dream job" and commenced filming in early November, expressing gratitude for the support from fellow actor Georgie Parker on set. Tori is depicted as a doctor seeking a new beginning in Summer Bay, carrying with her some "dark secrets." She is the first of the four Morgan siblings to arrive, tasked with evaluating whether it is safe for her brothers to join her.

Brody Morgan

Brody Morgan, enacted by Jackson Heywood, debuted on 7 June 2016. Heywood, who had previously appeared on the show in 2009, was cast alongside James Stewart and Orpheus Pledger as part of the newly introduced Morgan family, with casting details announced on 5 December 2015. Filming started in early December. Heywood anticipates that comparisons will be drawn to the Braxton brothers from 2011 but emphasizes that Brody’s storyline and relationships offer a unique dynamic. Brody is portrayed as a driven chef with ambitious professional aspirations.

Justin Morgan

Justin Morgan, played by James Stewart, made his debut on 7 June 2016. His casting, alongside Jackson Heywood and Orpheus Pledger as his brothers, was revealed on 5 December 2015. Filming began during the week of 7 December. This role marked Stewart’s first regular television part following a year-long hiatus to care for his daughter. Stewart highlighted the importance of establishing the Morgan family as a distinct entity rather than drawing comparisons to earlier popular characters, aiming to introduce a fresh family dynamic. In August 2017, he was longlisted for Best Daytime Star at the Inside Soap Awards, although he did not progress to the audience-voted shortlist.

Mason Morgan

Mason Morgan, portrayed by Orpheus Pledger, also first appeared on 7 June 2016. Announced alongside his on-screen siblings, Mason is characterized as optimistic and morally grounded. Pledger relocated from Melbourne to Sydney to take on this role. Mason is a medical student who balances his studies with social life and fitness activities, representing an accessible character for viewers.

Tabitha Ford

Tabitha Ford, played by Eliza Scanlen, featured from 21 July until 27 September 2016 in a recurring capacity as a student character. Described by Digital Spy as one of the "most evil mean girls in soap," Tabitha's narrative involved manipulative tactics against fellow student Olivia Fraser Richards, including impersonation and blackmail schemes. Her storyline concluded with her departure to boarding school, resolving conflicts and redirecting audience attention towards primary characters.

Hope Morrison

Hope Morrison, enacted by Jessica Falkholt, was introduced on 19 September 2016 as the younger sister of Raffy Morrison and niece of Atticus Decker.

Hope confronts Justin Morgan after overhearing him outside her residence. Following news that Decker sustained injuries from an intentional car crash, both Hope and Raffy become targets of Spike Lowe and his cohorts. While Raffy manages to escape harm, Hope is abducted but later rescued after Spike’s attempt to injure Decker is foiled. The sisters subsequently move in with Kat and Phoebe Nicholson, where Hope stirs tension by using Phoebe’s belongings without consent.

Hope obtains part-time work at Justin’s garage but becomes involved in credit card fraud, leading to her arrest. Upon release, she learns that Raffy is Decker’s daughter and thus her half-sister. After stealing a vehicle in an attempt to flee with Raffy, Hope sustains serious injuries requiring surgery. During recovery, she warns Raffy against trusting the Morgans; however, Raffy eventually uncovers the truth about their familial connection.

In another escape attempt, Hope steals money from Salt but is apprehended and remanded in custody. Struggling with solitary confinement, she overdoses on stolen sleeping pills and is hospitalized. Before returning to prison, Hope reconciles with Phoebe and encourages Raffy to place her trust in the Morgans and Justin’s care. A year later, while still incarcerated, Hope sends Raffy a handmade birthday card.

Raffy Morrison

Raffy Morrison, brought to life by Olivia Deeble, made her first appearance on 19 September 2016. Deeble moved from Melbourne to Sydney to fulfill a three-year contract for the role. Opting not to extend her contract, she concluded filming in May 2019, with Raffy's final episode broadcast on 12 September 2019.

Raffy is introduced as the Morgan siblings' half-sister after it is revealed they share a parent. Following an initial near-abduction, she later settles into the Farmhouse alongside family and friends. Enrolled at Summer Bay High, Raffy forms a friendship with Eloise Page. Discovering details about her lineage, including the death of her father Atticus Decker and the Morgans' involvement in witness protection, Raffy faces emotional turmoil but remains a close part of the family.

As Brody Morgan's drug dependency worsens, Raffy temporarily moves in with John Palmer and Marilyn Chambers before returning to live with the Morgans. She endures bullying at school and undergoes a distressing event involving a former student, leading to her rescue by Robbo. Her social network expands to include friendships with Coco Astoni and Ryder Jackson, with whom she shares intricate dynamics.

During her time in Summer Bay, Raffy becomes central to multiple story arcs: offering support to friends through their struggles, managing epilepsy diagnosed after sustaining a head injury, and dealing with adolescent relationships, notably a significant romance and subsequent breakup with Ty Anderson following his coming out as gay. She also confronts family secrets, battles with drug abuse within her family, and various community disputes.

Near the conclusion of her storyline, Raffy is accepted into a medical trial based in Victoria. After bidding farewell to loved ones, she departs Summer Bay, marking her exit from the series.

Jeannie Woods

Jeannie Woods, portrayed by Anna Bamford, first appeared on 1 November 2016 and remained on screen for approximately six weeks. Introduced as a potential romantic interest for Brody Morgan (Jackson Heywood), Jeannie arrives in Summer Bay after being invited by Evelyn MacGuire (Philippa Northeast) to participate in a volleyball game at the local youth centre. Bamford described Jeannie and Brody’s connection as "unconventional" and mentioned developing a strong friendship with Heywood during production.

Initially, Jeannie assists Brody by gathering dropped barbecue items and signs up for a charity beach volleyball event, partnering with Matt Page (Alec Snow). Brody offers Evelyn $1000 to play alongside Jeannie. After briefly disappearing, Jeannie returns for a job interview at Brody’s restaurant. Despite an awkward interview experience, Brody hires her and trains her during her first shift, which sparks mutual attraction. Following an uncomfortable moment where Jeannie pushes Brody away from an attempted kiss, she apologizes but decides to resign. Brody then offers her the position again; she accepts, and they begin dating secretly.

Jeannie reveals personal difficulties when she discloses that her parents have expelled her from their home. Her father, Randall (Paul Ceaser), arrives searching for her. Jeannie explains that her parents are doomsday preppers, which causes tension between Brody and Randall. After several disagreements—including Brody insulting Randall’s beliefs—they attempt to reconcile but ultimately part ways when Brody jokes about preppers. Jeannie subsequently leaves the restaurant to take up employment in Yabbie Creek.

Ava Gilbert

Ava Gilbert made her debut on 8 December 2016 as Justin Morgan's (James Stewart) daughter. Initially portrayed by Grace Thomas and subsequently Alice Roberts, the character was recast with Annabel Wolfe in February 2023 to accommodate more mature narratives aligned with Ava’s teenage development. Ava unexpectedly returns to the Bay seeking to reconnect with her father but faces challenges adapting to their changing relationship and her growing fascination with his apprentice, Theo Poulos (Matt Evans). Wolfe remarked that the storyline delves into authentic father-daughter dynamics and the conflicts arising from Ava’s rebellious streak. Additionally, Ava comes back for Justin’s wedding to Leah in April 2024.

Her connection with Justin begins when she returns a cap he left behind, which confirms their familial bond. Ava develops friendships with Justin’s fiancée Phoebe Nicholson and his sister Raffy Morrison. After disputes involving her stepfather Brian Gilbert, she briefly moves in with Justin and forms a friendship with Scarlett Snow. Ava later encounters Justin’s girlfriend Willow Harris, who plays a pivotal role in rescuing her from a kidnapping planned by Boyd Easton and his mother Hazel Easton. Following this event, Nina temporarily forbids Justin from seeing Ava.

When Ava returns to live with Justin, she initially shows resistance toward his new partner Leah Patterson but gradually softens after shared experiences such as football and camping trips. Ongoing family strains persist amid Nina and Brian’s separation, leading to limitations on Ava's contact with Brian that Justin negotiates to relax. Amidst health crises within the Morgan family—including Tori Morgan’s hospitalization and Justin’s diagnosis of a spinal tumor—Ava remains an integral presence in Justin’s life, underscoring the family's complex relationships and support systems.

Others

Date(s)	Character	Actor	Notes
11 February	Louisa O'Brien	Claudia Cranstoun	Louisa invites Josh Barrett for an afternoon gathering with friends. When Josh tends to Casey Braxton, Louisa and others visit his home. She disconnects the baby monitor to spend uninterrupted time with Josh.
	Glen Day	Logan Stevenson	Glen joins Adriana and Louisa for time together before leaving for work; Louisa encourages Adriana to follow Glen so she can be alone with Josh.
	Adriana Kerr	Hana Lee Woodbridge
	Psych Nurse	Angie Diaz	The Psych Nurse permits Skye Peters visitation with her mother Carol and informs her that Carol can hear despite her condition.
18 February	Destiny Starr	Lara Schwerdt	Destiny goes on a first date with Chris Harrington but leaves upon realizing he is still emotionally attached to his ex.
25 February	Coach McKinnon	Warren Ekermans	At a high school basketball game, Coach McKinnon intervenes in a fight and dismisses VJ Patterson from the game.
2 March	Zara Leonard	Georgia Nichols	Oscar MacGuire notices Zara at Angelo's and discusses their university studies; Skye Peters later observes them kissing on the balcony.
2–17 March	Claire Lewis	Anita Hegh	Claire claims to be Irene Roberts' daughter; DNA tests disprove this, yet she forms a bond with Irene who invites her to stay.
15 March–11 April	Harry Kingswood	Wayne Bradley	Harry brings Florence and Lulu to visit their mother Isla Schultz; after Isla takes them away, Kyle discovers her working in a brothel and persuades her to return the children.
	Florence Kingswood	Charlee Kwintner
	Lulu Kingswood	Mia Kwintner
17 March	Alessia De Luca	Bridgette Hollitt	Alessia attends a university party at Angelo's, flirts with Oscar MacGuire, and is seen kissing him on the balcony.
	Tanya Hardy	Ashleigh O'Brien	Tanya meets Oscar after Alessia departs the party; she walks away upon learning Oscar was previously involved with another girl.
22–31 March	Drew Panton	Govinda Roser-Finch	Drew attends Lindsay Ford's beach party, hired to make advances on Olivia Fraser Richards for a provocative photograph aimed at Hunter King; he admits disliking Lindsay and attending solely for free drinks.
19 April–8 June	Dom Loneragan	Lindsay Farris	Photographer friend of Ricky Sharpe engaged for wedding photos; flirts with Phoebe Nicholson, supports her after an explosion, introduces his daughter Bella to Phoebe, but ends the relationship when Phoebe realizes Dom still loves his estranged wife Tess.
20 April	'Womma'	'Dean Kyrwood'	'Kat Chapman and Martin Ashford confront Womma after discovering Dylan Carter paid him to intimidate witnesses and vandalize businesses.'
21 April–9 March 2020	"'Sergeant Phillip McCarthy'"	"Nicholas Cassim"	"McCarthy replaces Sergeant Mike Emerson in Summer Bay; manages workplace assault reports involving Dylan Carter and provides guidance to staff."
12 May–8 June	"'Bella Loneragan'"	"Teagan Croft"	"Dom’s daughter Bella initially resists Phoebe Nicholson but ultimately accepts their relationship. Her mother Tess brings her to Summer Bay creating family tension."
"16 May"	"Alexandra Newman"	"Kate Fraser"	"Alexandra is hospitalized due to fetal distress; she names her newborn after Nate Cooper and Tori Morgan."
	"'Natalie Newman'"	"Uncredited"	""
17 May 2016 – 10 April 2017	"'Dr Bernice Chung'"	"Karen Pang"	"Dr Chung performs emergency department assessments, prescribes medication for Roo Stewart, manages hospital budget cuts affecting staffing levels, oversees medical negligence cases, and maintains professional interactions with Nate Cooper."
"30 May"	"Andrew"	"Uncredited"	"Andrew and Kathy are treated for gunshot wounds following an armed robbery; Andrew briefly flatlines but recovers."
	"'Kathy'"	"Susan Boyd"	""
"31 May–8 June"	"'Tess Loneragan'"	"Sophie Roche"	"Tess is Dom's wife and Bella's mother. She visits Summer Bay seeking reconciliation with Dom; tensions arise between her and Phoebe Nicholson."
7 June 2016–12 July 2021	'Buddy the dog'	'Himself/Buddy'	'The Morgan family's boxer dog featured in major storylines including accidental methamphetamine ingestion and kidnapping; passed away in May 2025.'
9 June	'Janette Davis'	'Beth Aubrey'	'Informs John Palmer that Skye Peters has contacted DHS with updated address but is not obligated to inform John due to Skye's age.'
13 June, 20 February 2018	'Nurse Erica'	'Claudia Barrie'	'Questions Tori Morgan's professionalism concerning Nate Cooper; later assists Maggie Astoni during chemotherapy complications.'
14 June–12 July	'Lara Adams'	'Elle Harris'	'Mason Morgan’s ex-girlfriend involved in schemes against the Morgan family before being arrested.'
23 June–14 July	'Danika Kulevski'	'Ash Ricardo'	'Supervises teenagers on community service; begins casual relationship with Nate Cooper.'
23 June–26 July	'Jordan Walsh'	'Benny Turland'	'Fostered by John Palmer and Marilyn Chambers; faces challenges including dehydration and family issues before returning to live with his father.'
27 June	'Sarah Smedley'	'Ella Rose Corby'	'Medical student assigned to Mason Morgan; comments on his partnership with Nate Cooper.'
28 June–10 November	'Burt "Simmo" Simmons'	'James O'Connell'	'Involved in car rebirthing scams alongside Andy Barrett; blackmails police officers Ashford and Chapman before being assaulted by Ashford.'
29 June–20 September	'Kevin Arthur "Spike" Lowe'	'Jason Montgomery'	'Antagonist targeting the Morgan family through kidnapping and violence; arrested after multiple confrontations.'
5 July 2016 – 2 February 2017	'Nurse Gretchen'	'Vanessa Buckley'	'Hospital nurse assisting Nate Cooper and treating injuries sustained during arrests.'
5 July	'Beau Mitchell'	'Andrew Den'	'Assists Andy Barrett in facilitating Josh Barrett's escape from police custody.'
11–12 July	'Blaine Varden'	'Ashley Lyons'	'Member of group threatening the Morgans; arrested following hostage situation.'
12 July–1 December	'Atticus Decker'	'John Adam'	'Federal police officer overseeing Morgan family witness protection; injured during attacks, reveals key information about family ties before succumbing to gunshot wounds.'
13 July 2016 – 10 May 2018, 19 February 2019	'Doctor Genner'	'Jennifer White'	'Provides medical care for central characters including Brody Morgan and Willow Harris across various emergencies.'
20–26 July	'Aaron Walsh'	'Justin Smith'	'Father of Jordan Walsh involved in family conflicts leading towards reconciliation.'
1 August	'Professor Calabra'	'Grant Lyndon'	'Offers then rescinds a university lecturing position from Kat Chapman due to concerns about her past associations.'
"25 August 2016 – 18 May 2017"	'Kate Lee'	'Lucia Mastrantone'	'Mother of the Morgan siblings; deceased due to involvement with drug syndicates; appears in hallucinations influencing storyline progression.'
29 August	'May'	'Kelly Butler'	'Caretaker aunt who mistreats Elly Page causing Elly to run away.'
"1 September"	'Brian Dyson'	'Sean Hawkins'	Chris Harrington arranges blind dates involving Brian Dyson.
	Derek Babcock''	Patch May
	Mia Whyte''	Debra Ades
6 September	Jeremy Glanville''	Adam Franklin		Harasses Kat Chapman at Salt bar; Kat physically confronts him causing injury. Complaint withdrawn under threat of counteraction.
8 September–20 October	Caroline Stewart''	Nicole Shostak		Ex-wife of Duncan Stewart who brings their son Bryce to Summer Bay; struggles with Huntington's disease and drug issues affecting custody battles.
	Bryce Stewart' '	Jack and Ace Long
27 September	Juliette Ford' '	Rose Marel		Introduces herself at diner inviting Olivia Fraser Richards and Hunter King for lunch.
3–4 October	Damien Grogan' '	Aaron Cottrell		Car trouble leads Phoebe Nicholson to seek help from Justin Morgan who recognizes Damien. Damien attempts dating Phoebe but is dissuaded by Justin.
10 October	Richard Legrande' '	Peter Tregilgas		Renowned food critic features Brody Morgan in magazine after sampling his cuisine at Salt restaurant.
	Guitarist' '	Nick Perjanik		Performs at Salt providing opportunity for Justin Morgan to play music for Phoebe Nicholson.
	!Mrs Day'	!Kerry Woods	!Collects car from Summer Bay Auto managed by Martin Ashford.
!Stephanie Suttle'	!Georgia Blizzard	!Flirts with Mason Morgan on date arranged by Evelyn MacGuire but shows preference toward Mason over Matt Page.

External links

• Complete list of characters and cast on the official Home and Away site
• Full cast and character details at the Internet Movie Database