Raimondo Cammeniti
| Company type | Television series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television soap opera |
| Founded | March 18, 1985 |
| Founder | Reg Watson |
Area served | Australia |
Key people | Ric Pellizzeri (executive producer, 2007) |
| Products | Television drama series |
| Website | www |
Neighbours is a long-running Australian soap opera that premiered on 18 March 1985. This compilation highlights characters introduced during 2007, all of whom were added under the guidance of executive producer Ric Pellizzeri in the series' 23rd season, which commenced on 8 January 2007. The year began with the introduction of brothers Ringo Brown and Oliver Barnes in January. March marked the arrival of Holly Hoyland through her birth storyline. April brought in the con artists Terrence Chesterton and Charlotte Stone, as well as Mary Casey. June saw the debut of Prue Brown, Adam Rhodes, Kirsten Gannon, and Mickey Gannon. In July, Oliver's family members appeared: his mother Rebecca Napier and brother Declan Napier, alongside the Parker family—Bridget Parker, Miranda Parker, Steve Parker, and Peggy Newton. August introduced characters such as Justin Hunter, Richard Aaronow, and Riley Parker. The cast expanded further in September with Brad Jordan. October featured arrivals including Marco Silvani, Josh Taylor, Taylah Jordan, and Jessica Wallace. Finally, November welcomed Angus Henderson and Mia Silvani.
Ringo Brown
Ringo Brown, played by Sam Clark, made his first appearance on 24 January 2007. Clark earned this role after winning a competition organized by the teen publication Dolly. Originally signed for a three-month stint, his contract was later extended to nine months. Clark described Ringo as a kind-hearted teenager who participates in everyday youthful activities and decides to live independently like his brother, Frazer (Ben Lawson). Official descriptions from Neighbours depict Ringo as mischievous and cheerful yet not academically strong, frequently encountering various personal challenges. One significant plotline involved Ringo's struggle with anorexia nervosa, showcasing considerable emotional complexity early in his character development.
Oliver Barnes
Oliver Barnes, portrayed by David Hoflin, debuted on-screen on 30 January 2007. Hoflin was initially considered for the role of Will Griggs but was unavailable due to commitments to another pilot project. After that project did not proceed, he was offered the role of Oliver, Will’s sibling. Representatives from the show described Oliver as sincere, straightforward, and fun-loving, possessing a generous nature. However, his more cunning traits surfaced when he teamed up with his girlfriend, Elle Robinson, to deceive her father, Paul, aiming to take over his business interests. Hoflin earned nominations for Sexiest Male and Best Couple at the 2007 Inside Soap Awards.
Holly Hoyland
Holly Hoyland was introduced on 29 March 2007, originally portrayed by Chaya Broadmore before being recast with Lucinda Armstrong Hall in 2013. She is the daughter of Karl Kennedy (Alan Fletcher) and Izzy Hoyland (Natalie Bassingthwaighte) and was born aboard a boat on the River Thames. Karl was initially unaware of his paternity until informed by his wife Susan. Izzy opposed Karl’s involvement in Holly’s upbringing, a position supported by Susan.
Returning in 2013 as an articulate eight-year-old with a strong-willed nature, Holly often tested Susan’s patience but quickly won over Karl. Her family relationships were complex, including tension with Susan and yearning for Izzy’s presence. Over time, Holly sought to be embraced by the Kennedy family and expressed a wish to remain living with Karl and Susan.
Holly’s storylines have included participation in a children’s talent contest, identifying a suspect connected to a murder involving her mother’s friend, and spending time with relatives such as half-sister Libby and nephew Ben. She has been involved in multiple dramatic situations including blackmailing Izzy regarding fertility secrets, undertaking hospital work experience, and embarking on a six-month exchange program in China.
Following the series’ revival in 2023, Holly had settled into life on Ramsay Street alongside Karl and Susan while working at Lassiters Hotel. She developed friendships with Sadie Rodwell and Mackenzie Hargreaves and dealt with complications arising from her former boyfriend Eden Shaw’s return. Holly became entangled in incidents involving thefts linked to Eden, uncovered that Krista Sinclair—previously presumed dead—was alive, and navigated intricate interpersonal conflicts involving friends Haz Devkar and Mackenzie.
Subsequent developments saw Holly unintentionally harm Leo Tanaka’s business reputation through leaking information about a poisoning incident via podcast, which led to her abduction by the culprit Gavin Bowman. After being rescued, she embarked on a secret relationship with Heath Royce, who was involved in criminal activities; Holly narrowly escaped an attempted murder by Heath before he died from a crocodile attack. She concealed money obtained from Heath’s stash but later admitted this after being taken hostage herself.
Holly experienced post-traumatic stress disorder following these events and formed a close bond with Felix Rodwell during her recovery period. Later plots included her involvement in the Lights Up festival where she became targeted by Yaz Shields—Heath’s sister seeking vengeance—resulting in an electrocution accident affecting Max Ramsay. Holly developed romantic feelings for Max amid his struggles involving Carter Haddon but chose not to pursue the relationship while supporting Max through his kidnapping ordeal.
Throughout these narratives, Holly has grown from an outspoken child into a nuanced young adult managing personal difficulties alongside professional challenges within Lassiters Hotel and the broader Erinsborough community.
Terrence Chesterton
Terrence Chesterton, brought to life by Scott Johnson, made his first appearance on 6 April 2007. He and his accomplice Charlotte Stone arrived in Erinsborough under false pretenses, posing as a spiritual advisor and a medical professional, respectively, with the aim of deceiving local residents. Ultimately, Charlotte was responsible for Terrence's demise.
Following the passing of her boyfriend Stingray (Ben Nicholas), Sky Mangel (Stephanie McIntosh) receives contact from Terrence, who manages to earn the confidence of her grandfather, Harold Bishop (Ian Smith). Terrence asserts that he possesses a special "gift" to assist others and persuades Sky that she shares this ability. Their secretive encounters lead Terrence to refer Sky to Dr. Charlotte Stone. Unknown to most, Charlotte supplies Terrence with confidential patient details to facilitate their fraudulent activities.
Terrence conducts a group spiritual reading at the General Store, causing unease among locals such as Susan Kennedy and Toadfish Rebecchi. Developing a close relationship with Sky, he feigns being possessed by Stingray’s spirit, which leads to an intimate connection between them. This creates tension between him and Charlotte. When Sky begins to doubt their honesty, she assaults Terrence and leaves him unconscious. Charlotte subsequently kills him to avoid exposure.
For his portrayal of Terrence, Johnson received a nomination for Best Bad Boy at the 2007 Inside Soap Awards.
Mary Casey
Mary Casey, played by Rowena Wallace, first appeared on 10 April 2007. Wallace was signed on for a three-month stint, with media outlets describing Mary as a disruptive presence in Ramsay Street and labeling her "Scary Mary". The role was significant for offering a prominent part to an older female actress.
Mary’s narrative revolves around her fixation on Pepper Steiger (Nicky Whelan), whom she stalks after blaming Pepper for the loss of her grandchild through miscarriage. Initially believed to be the mother of Pepper's ex-boyfriend Kevin Casey, Mary is later unmasked as the stalker herself. She administers drugs to Pepper, resulting in hospitalization, and then confines her in a nursery while delusionally treating Pepper as if she were still an adolescent.
After bailing out Kevin Casey, Mary locks him in the nursery alongside Pepper. They pretend to be insane in order to escape by setting a fire, which leads to Mary’s arrest. While incarcerated, Mary befriends fellow prisoner Sky Mangel (Stephanie McIntosh) and persuades her to temporarily care for her infant daughter Kerry while she is in custody. During a prison riot, Mary and the baby go missing but are eventually found unharmed. Mary admits to abducting Pepper and concedes that she requires assistance before being transferred from prison.
Charlotte Stone
Charlotte Stone, portrayed by Rachel Gordon, arrived on 12 April 2007 as a con artist operating in Erinsborough. Together with Terrence Chesterton (Scott Johnson), she deceived residents by masquerading as a doctor and set up a practice within the Lassiter's complex to collect information for their scams.
Charlotte hired medical student Boyd Hoyland (Kyal Marsh) as her receptionist and treated patients such as Carmella Cammeniti (Natalie Blair), prescribing addictive antidepressants, and Paul Robinson (Stefan Dennis), exploiting his health vulnerabilities in an attempt to access his credit card—though this scheme failed because his daughter managed his finances. She also attempted to rekindle her relationship with former boyfriend Frazer Yeats (Ben Lawson) by falsely claiming medical qualifications but was rejected.
When Terrence jeopardized their scheme after becoming involved with Sky Mangel (Stephanie McIntosh), Charlotte murdered him to safeguard their operation. Following Sky’s arrest for the killing, suspicion increasingly fell on Charlotte. Rosetta Cammeniti (Natalie Saleeba) threatened to expose her, and Karl Kennedy (Alan Fletcher) uncovered discrepancies in her credentials that revealed her deception. Boyd, initially complicit in the fraud, secretly recorded Charlotte confessing to Terrence’s murder before a car accident resulted in their hospitalization and police investigation. Charlotte was ultimately incarcerated.
Prue Brown
Prue Brown, played by Penny Cook, made her debut on 19 June 2007. Her introduction came as part of an effort to boost Neighbours ratings by incorporating a fresh family element. Prue is the mother of existing characters Ringo Brown (Sam Clark) and Frazer Yeats (Ben Lawson). Cook characterized Prue as a "kind mother with a complicated history," emphasizing familial strains linked to their farming roots. In June 2010, Cook returned to the role for Ringo's wedding, which coincided with the show's 6000th episode, during which Prue forms a romantic connection with another guest character.
Prue and her spouse Graham Brown (David Murray) have four children: Johnny (Phillip McInnes), George (later known as Frazer Yeats), Pauline, and Ringo. In 1985, their youngest son Paul tragically drowned at thirteen months old, profoundly impacting the family. George witnessed the incident and subsequently changed his name to Frazer Yeats. Frazer became engaged to Rosetta Cammeniti (Natalie Saleeba), who was previously Johnny's girlfriend. When Ringo arrives in Ramsay Street searching for Frazer, he ends up living with him. After Frazer suffers paralysis in an accident, he confronts Prue about Paul's death; she admits harboring resentment toward Frazer but initially avoids discussing it. Eventually, Prue opens up, and they share the truth with Ringo.
Prue returns alongside Graham and Johnny for Frazer’s wedding to Rosie. Following Ringo’s hospitalization in a coma due to a bus accident, Prue frequently visits to support his recovery. Ringo temporarily moves back in with Prue and Frazer before returning to Ramsay Street.
When Ringo develops an eating disorder, Frazer contacts Prue for assistance. She insists on intervention and allows Ringo to decide whether to stay in Erinsborough or return home. Although there is initial improvement, Ringo's condition deteriorates after Prue departs on a cruise. She confronts Frazer regarding his care for Ringo and admits she still holds him responsible for Paul’s death. This causes tension between them until they reconcile prior to Prue's subsequent departure.
Prue comes back for Ringo's wedding to Donna Freedman (Margot Robbie), arriving during the bucks night where she initially clashes with Donna. Despite the rocky beginning, Prue forms a bond with Donna and Kate Ramsay (Ashleigh Brewer) over drinks. Conflict arises between Prue and Donna’s father Nick, though Prue later reveals they have reconciled. On the wedding day, Donna tells Ringo that Prue and Nick had an affair; when questioned, Prue confirms she and Graham had separated months earlier.
Mickey Gannon
Michael "Mickey" Gannon, portrayed by Fletcher O'Leary, first appeared on 19 June 2007. Mickey is Ned Parker’s son and arrives on Ramsay Street when his mother seeks some personal time.
O'Leary secured the role over his brother Blake, who was later cast as Ben Fitzgerald. In May 2009, O'Leary announced his exit from Neighbours, with his final scenes airing in July.
Mickey was born from a brief relationship between Ned (Daniel O'Connor) and Kirsten (Nikola Dubois). Kirsten introduces Mickey to Ned but leaves him in Ned’s care. Initially struggling with fatherhood, Ned grows fond of Mickey. Mickey develops a friendship with Janae Timmins (Eliza Taylor-Cotter) through boxing lessons. After a swimming pool incident, Ned reveals he is Mickey’s father. Ned’s brother, Steve (Steve Bastoni), arrives with family, leading to a serious accident caused by Mickey; following this, Mickey runs away and briefly lives on the streets with Declan Napier (James Sorensen). After Jake the dog is injured, the family reunites, triggering a custody dispute between Kirsten and Ned. Eventually, Kirsten leaves town alone.
Following Janae and Ned’s separation, Mickey grows closer to both parents. After Kirsten sustains injuries in a bushfire, the family relocates to Perth; however, Mickey struggles to adapt and briefly returns to Ramsay Street. Steve organizes for Mickey to go back to Perth with Ned and Kirsten.
O'Leary received nominations for "Best Child Actor (Under 16)" at the 2008 Digital Spy Soap Awards, as well as "Best Young Actor" at both the 2008 and 2009 Inside Soap Awards. Critical responses were mixed; Ruth Deller of Lowculture described Mickey as "only bearable during scenes with Lou and Harold."
Peggy Newton
Peggy Newton, brought to life by Carolyn Bock, first appeared on 24 July 2007. She serves as a physician at Erinsborough Hospital.
Peggy is responsible for treating Ringo Brown following a severe minibus crash, during which he suffered cardiac arrest and was placed in a coma; she later oversees his recuperation. She identifies Carmella Cammeniti’s pregnancy after diagnosing her with iron deficiency. Peggy manages the critical heart condition of Alan Napier and conveys the news of his death to his daughter Rebecca. Contemplating divorce from her spouse Howard, she delays the decision after receiving encouragement from Rebecca and Toadfish Rebecchi.
When interviewing Karl Kennedy for a registrar position, Peggy initially dismisses his application due to perceived overconfidence but reverses her stance after observing his patient interactions. She handles Nicola West’s needlestick injury case, uncovering Nicola’s deceit that resulted in Karl’s suspension. Peggy attends to Steve Parker during a cardiac arrest episode and temporarily covers for obstetrician Veronica Olenski, conducting examinations on pregnant Bridget Parker and Libby Kennedy.
Following Libby’s miscarriage, Peggy performs a hysterectomy with Daniel Fitzgerald’s authorization. She resists Paul Robinson’s efforts to secure an interview concerning Susan Kennedy’s surrogacy arrangement, which the hospital board cancels amid fears of adverse publicity; Peggy is cautioned against discussing the matter publicly.
After Bridget succumbs to an undetected blood clot post-accident, Peggy informs her family and subsequently delivers the news of Susan’s miscarriage. She treats Lucas Fitzgerald following a motorcycle accident, ensuring his seizures are controlled for full recovery. During Natasha Williams’ twelve-week scan, Peggy attributes symptoms to stress after a scheduling error. Additionally, she detects that ultrasound images presented by Summer Hoyland are counterfeit by noting the absence of official watermarks.
Justin Hunter
Justin Hunter, portrayed by Chris Toohey, made his debut on 7 August 2007. As a student at Erinsborough High, Justin was initially known for bullying classmates but eventually developed friendships with Kyle Canning and Zeke Kinski.
Toohey had previously appeared in Neighbours in 2005 as Jake Rinter. He earned the role of Justin following an audition and was surprised to remain on the series for two years. Key storylines for Toohey included involvement in car racing and membership on the Dingoes football team.
Justin opposed Bridget Parker (Eloise Mignon) joining the Eastside Dingoes football squad, attempting to sabotage her efforts and discouraging others from supporting her. He intimidated Bridget physically during training sessions and at school, suggesting she switch to netball instead. A notable event involved a drag race challenge between Justin and Declan Napier (James Sorensen), which escalated into vandalism against Declan’s car by Justin and his brothers Dale and Wayne. Police intervened during a subsequent race.
At swimming trials, Justin mocked Ringo Brown (Sam Clark)’s fear of water and bullied Zeke, leading to physical confrontations. He also taunted Zeke’s sister, Rachel (Caitlin Stasey) regarding her affair with their teacher, sparking fights involving Declan. Rachel later confronted Justin about harassing text messages he admitted sending.
Justin worked as a gym assistant and bribed Zeke to complete his essays. After discovering Bridget’s pregnancy, he resumed bullying her. He influenced Zeke and others to skip school for risky activities, including a visit to a factory where Justin fell through the floor but was rescued by Zeke, earning his respect. On a rafting trip, Justin’s team capsized during a race after cheating; some participants were briefly missing.
Months later, Justin continued provoking Bridget and Declan about their baby, maintaining his role as an antagonist within the group.
Richard Aaronow
Richard Aaronow, played by Blair Venn, made his first appearance on 9 August 2007 as the father of both Oliver Barnes and Declan Napier. He held the position of Principal at Alkrington Grammar School.
Richard's history is marked by a tumultuous relationship with Rebecca Napier (Jane Hall), which resulted in Rebecca becoming pregnant and giving their child up for adoption. Their relationship ended after Richard sexually assaulted Rebecca, who later became pregnant once more and chose to leave. When Oliver investigates his paternal lineage, he uncovers Richard’s role through Declan’s birth certificate. Richard later reenters their lives, revealing he was initially unaware of Oliver’s existence.
Following the passing of Rebecca’s father, Declan reaches out to Richard, attempting a fragile reconciliation. A confrontation ensues where Richard falls into a river and subsequently threatens Declan, prompting Rebecca to report the assault and pursue legal proceedings.
As Richard’s health deteriorates due to kidney failure, both Declan and Oliver offer to donate a kidney, with Oliver ultimately becoming the donor. Despite undergoing surgery, Richard’s condition worsens, leading to hospitalization under the care of Karl Kennedy. Aware of his limited time, Richard expresses remorse to Rebecca before his death, bringing an end to a difficult chapter for the family.
Brad Jordan
Brad Jordan, portrayed by Brendan O'Connor, serves as the Editor of the Erinsborough News and is the father of Taylah Jordan. His character was introduced on 17 September 2007.
During his tenure, Brad managed delicate news stories and addressed challenges among his staff. When Elle Robinson pursued details on a murder suspect, Brad recognized a potential story but exercised journalistic prudence, publishing pieces that spotlighted issues such as false confessions and drought effects. Although initially resistant, he eventually offered Elle a cadetship after she took a drought report to a competing newspaper.
Brad maintained a strict leadership approach; conflicts arose between him and Elle regarding workplace conduct. He cautioned both Elle and Riley Parker about adhering to editorial policies after an investigation into illegal raves led to injuries involving his daughter Taylah. He emphasized the necessity of following newsroom rules.
Under pressure from Paul Robinson—Elle’s father—who demanded Elle’s removal from the paper, Brad was unable to dismiss her outright and instead placed her on sick leave. Additionally, he confronted personal difficulties related to Taylah’s behavior and relationships, ultimately deciding that sending her to boarding school was the best course to address family issues.
Later developments saw Brad surprised when Paul acquired ownership of Erinsborough News, resulting in Brad losing his job despite previously holding significant authority.
Marco Silvani
Marco Silvani, played by Jesse Rosenfeld, first appeared on 19 October 2007. Introduced as a romantic interest for the expecting Carmella Cammeniti, Marco’s presence created conflict with the baby’s father, Oliver Barnes. According to Network Ten, Marco was brought in "to add excitement to Carmella’s romantic storyline" and is characterized as "attractive, charismatic, witty, and intelligent."
Josh Taylor
Josh Taylor, portrayed by Liam Hemsworth, made his debut on 29 October 2007. His casting was revealed on 13 July 2007, with filming commencing that same week. Josh was brought into the storyline as a romantic partner for Bridget Parker (Eloise Mignon). Hemsworth described Josh as a paraplegic due to a surfing mishap who has endured significant challenges but is determined to support Bridget through her rehabilitation.
After moving from Brisbane to Melbourne with his family, Josh encountered Bridget during their physiotherapy sessions at the Erinsborough pool. Their connection blossomed as Josh motivated her to persist with her therapy. They shared their first kiss during a date, and he was subsequently introduced to Bridget's family. Their relationship deepened following a dangerous incident at an unauthorized rave where the warehouse roof collapsed. However, Bridget's emotions became conflicted after she almost kissed another character, Declan Napier (James Sorensen).
When Bridget began to pull away, Josh confronted her, urging her to clarify her feelings regarding Declan. Several months later, they crossed paths again at the hospital and General Store, but misunderstandings arose when Josh misinterpreted Bridget’s intentions. To gain entry to Declan’s birthday celebration, Josh agreed to date Bridget’s friend Donna Freedman (Margot Robbie), who eventually recognized she was being used and ended the arrangement.
Tensions intensified when Josh challenged Declan to a wheelchair basketball match over Bridget’s affection after confusion about their relationships came to light. Ultimately, Bridget made it clear that her preference for Declan was independent of Josh’s disability, emphasizing that her choice was based on personal feelings rather than circumstance.
Taylah Jordan
Taylah Jordan, played by Danielle Horvat, first appeared on 30 October 2007. She is the daughter of Brad Jordan and serves as a love interest for Zeke Kinski.
This role marked Horvat’s acting debut. Initially cast for a six-week guest stint, she auditioned under Neighbours casting director Jan Russ and soon secured the part. Horvat characterized Taylah as a "typical teenage schoolgirl," making her relatable to a younger audience.
Taylah is introduced alongside her best friend, Jessica Wallace (Heidi Valkenburg), at the local swimming pool where they meet Josh Taylor (Liam Hemsworth). After surviving a catastrophic warehouse roof collapse at an illegal rave—an event in which Jessica tragically died—Taylah attends Jessica’s memorial service with Ringo, Rachel, Zeke, and others.
Following Jessica’s passing, Taylah becomes embroiled in a scandal involving their teacher Angus Henderson (Jonathan Wood) allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a student. Mistakenly thinking it involved Bridget, Taylah inadvertently fuels tension before the true situation with Rachel is revealed. She later attempts to match Rachel with her cousin Ty Harper (Dean Geyer), but Ty declines the offer.
Taylah confides in Zeke about her previous relationship with Chris Knight (Luke Mitchell) and expresses her feelings for Zeke, appreciating how he stands out from others. Their romance faces resistance from Brad and Susan Kennedy, which leads to their breakup. Taylah also discusses with Karl Kennedy her wish to start taking birth control pills.
After revealing past abuse by Chris Knight, Taylah supports Bridget during court proceedings following Chris's death. Brad later sends Taylah to boarding school in Sydney, where she attends the school formal with Zeke; they share a final kiss before parting ways.
Jessica Wallace
Jessica Wallace, brought to life by Heidi Valkenburg, made her first appearance on 30 October 2007. Media sources characterized her as a "manipulative schoolgirl" and a "mean girl." Although Valkenburg initially tried out for another part, she was ultimately cast as Jessica, whom she described as a "complex little being" and "awesome," expressing disappointment that the character's time on the show was short-lived.
Jessica and her companion Taylah Jordan (Danielle Horvat) meet Bridget Parker (Eloise Mignon) during physiotherapy sessions and notice Josh Taylor (Liam Hemsworth), which leads them to discuss his condition. Later, Jessica turns her attention toward Ringo Brown (Sam Clark) after his girlfriend Rachel Kinski (Caitlin Stasey) departs. She persuades Ringo to circulate a caricature of their principal, Helen Carr (Margot Fenley), which results in detention when Ringo accepts responsibility. Jessica confesses her involvement, and despite Ringo's ongoing relationship with Rachel, the two form a connection.
Jessica actively pursues Ringo, reaching out after he experiences a disappointing date and kissing him—an event captured in a photo by Taylah. When Ringo reconciles with Rachel, Jessica sends the image to Rachel, igniting conflict that contributes to the breakup. At an unauthorized rave, Jessica observes Rachel leaving the car of their teacher Angus Henderson (Jonathan Wood), suggesting a potential scandal but withholding specific details. Subsequently, Jessica and Ringo become romantically involved.
During the rave, when the roof collapses trapping them inside, Jessica asks Ringo to tell her mother she loves her and is sorry before she dies from her injuries.
Angus Henderson
Angus Henderson, portrayed by Jonathan Wood, appeared first on 19 November 2007. His contentious relationship with Rachel (Caitlin Stasey) attracted considerable attention. Rachel described their connection as her being "besotted," while Angus, as an adult, recognized it was inappropriate to become involved. The character's popularity led to a Facebook campaign advocating for his return after he left. Critics referred to their relationship as "scandalous" and "inappropriate-but-cute," underscoring its controversial nature.
Angus resurfaces when Rachel encounters him at the local pool and bar. They arrange a date and share a kiss; the following day, Rachel is taken aback to discover Angus is her new teacher. Despite the professional conflict this creates, their mutual attraction persists. After an incident threatens to reveal their involvement, Angus apologizes and initially attempts to end the relationship, but Rachel persuades him to continue.
Taking on a permanent teaching role at Erinsborough High further complicates their situation. When Daniel Fitzgerald uncovers their relationship, tensions escalate, resulting in police intervention and Angus standing trial. Rachel supports him throughout, leading to Angus receiving a six-month prison sentence.
After his imprisonment, Angus and Rachel keep in touch. Upon early release, Angus moves in with Rachel despite facing hostility from the community, including vandalism of his apartment. However, ongoing public scrutiny and accusations compel Angus to reconsider staying in Erinsborough.
Eventually securing employment in Adelaide, Angus plans to relocate with Rachel. At the final moment, Rachel chooses to remain behind, ending their relationship with a farewell kiss as Angus departs town.
Mia Silvani
Mia Silvani, played by Petra Yared, is introduced as the sibling of Marco Silvani. Her first appearance was on 30 November 2007. Yared, who had previously been cast in Neighbours as George Brown in 1996, described her return to the show as "so much fun," mentioning that little had changed since her last role.
Mia and Oliver Barnes (portrayed by David Hoflin) share a mutual attraction that leads to a kiss after several weeks of flirtation. Oliver is drawn to Mia and enjoys provoking Marco by pursuing her. When Marco uncovers their secret relationship, he suspects Oliver's intentions are to get back at him.
At a cocktail event hosted by Marco and his business associate Carmella Cammeniti (Natalie Blair), Mia warns Carmella to keep her distance from Marco, who remains emotionally attached to his ex-wife Marisa, Mia's former closest friend. Following Carmella’s childbirth—her daughter Chloe (Sarah May)—and the end of her relationship with Marco, Mia backs Carmella’s business efforts and oversees fruit and vegetable deliveries within the Silvani enterprise. During a visit to Carmella's residence, Mia encounters Chloe’s father, Oliver, sparking flirtation once again. She informs Oliver about Marco’s previous marriage and his unresolved feelings for Marisa.
Marco later confides in Mia that infertility was the cause of his separation from Marisa. Mia encourages Oliver by suggesting that Marco and Carmella are well matched. However, when Oliver discovers Marisa’s contact information on Mia’s phone, he becomes suspicious that he might be manipulating her. Despite this doubt, they become physically involved but choose to keep their relationship private.
After Oliver flirts with another guest in Mia’s presence, she confronts him but subsequently apologizes during a meeting at Carmella’s apartment. Marco advises Mia to end things with Oliver, convinced that Oliver’s motives are self-serving. Though emotionally hurt, Mia questions Oliver, who admits his initial intent was to use her but that genuine feelings developed.
Their relationship persists until a confrontation between Oliver and Marco at Chloe’s Christening prompts Mia to break up with Oliver. She then reconciles with both Marco and Carmella before departing town for a short period.
Others
| Date(s) | Character | Actor | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 February–14 March | Raimondo Cammeniti | Jeff Kovski | Raimondo, brother of Rocco Cammeniti and father to Teresa, assumes control of the family fruit and vegetable business during Rocco's imprisonment. After Carmella sells Teresa's baby, Rocco sabotages the company. Raimondo and Carmella engage in fierce competition in the marketplace. |
| 23 February–16 April | Abby Stafford | Louise Crawford | Abby works as a secretary at Tim Collins and Associates and dates Toadfish Rebecchi. She has a daughter named Zoe and ends the relationship after overhearing Toadie's feelings for Stephanie Scully. |
| 1–9 March | Zoe Stafford | Emily Farrell | Zoe is the daughter of Abby Stafford. |
| 19–29 March | Pete Gartside | Daniel Schutzmann | Pete is a British professional footballer who has an affair with pregnant Izzy Hoyland. He supports her through childbirth, agreeing to keep paternity confidential to protect Karl Kennedy. |
| 16 April–25 May | Kevin Casey | Zen Ledden | Kevin, son of Mary Casey, had a prior relationship with Pepper Steiger resulting in a pregnancy loss. He becomes involved in an investigation concerning Pepper being stalked. |
| 7 May–27 November | Demi Vinton | Angela Twigg | Demi serves as a GP and neurologist at Erinsborough Hospital. She diagnoses Paul Robinson's brain tumour and performs critical surgeries on patients including Bridget Parker and Rachel Kinski while managing complex neurological cases. |
| 9–29 May | Fox | Tim Phillipps | Fox represents a teenage hallucination experienced by Paul Robinson during his brain tumour illness. |
| 14 May, 16 July – 10 December 2008 | Mike Watt | Patrick Flynn | Police officer Mike arrests Sky Mangel on suspicion of murder and later investigates arson cases and restraining order violations involving local residents. |
| 14–31 May | Krystal McCoy | Freya Nielson | Krystal is an inmate who antagonizes Sky Mangel while in custody, leading to threats against Sky's daughter Kerry and an attempted riot which Mary Casey helps prevent. |
| 8 June–12 July | Michaela Chapel | Selma Danculovic | Michaela is Janae Timmins' boxing opponent. After unsuccessful intimidation tactics, Michaela wins their match on points and challenges Janae to a rematch. |
| 11 June–27 July | Caleb Maloney | Nick Russell | Caleb received Stingray Timmins' heart transplant. He connects with Sky Mangel over art but faces health issues when his anti-rejection medication fails, requiring treatment in California. |
| 3 July | Angelica Cammeniti | Jennifer Jarman | Angelica and Sofia Cammeniti, Rosetta's aunts, visit to assist with planning Rosetta's wedding but are reminded the bride has final say. |
| Sofia Cammeniti | Ruth Yaffe | ||
| 5–6 July | Greg Baxter | Christopher Connelly | Greg is Bree Timmins' biological father and adoptive father to Anne Baxter; he attempts to build relationships with both children. |
| 9 July | Marcus Napier | James Lawson | Marcus is Rebecca Napier's brother; he informs Oliver Barnes about family history during Oliver's search for his biological parents. |
| 16 July | Pamela Barnes | Brooke Nicol | Pamela and Clifford Barnes are Oliver Barnes' late adoptive parents featured in home video footage. |
| Clifford Barnes | Andrew Wemyss | ||
| 18–19 July | Ian Phillips | Christopher Brown | Ian is hired as caregiver for Tom Kennedy but neglects him and steals possessions; surveillance exposes his misconduct leading to police involvement. |
| 23 July | Graham Brown | David Murray | Graham is Prue Brown’s husband and father of Johnny, George (Frazer Yeats), Pauline, and Ringo Brown; he attends George’s wedding ceremony. |
| 10 August–1 November | Tyler Smith | Blake O'Leary Brody McPharlane |
Tyler is a schoolmate of Mickey Gannon. |
| 13 August–21 November | Sophie Cooper | Emma Moore | Sophie works as Senior Constable alongside Adam Rhodes. She handles serious complaints such as assault and rape cases while managing workplace conflicts. |
| 22–28 August | Chantelle Rebecchi | Claire Chitham | Chantelle co-manages the family business with her husband Stonefish Rebecchi. After struggles with addiction affect their family plans, she supports Stonie’s recovery before they return home. |
| 3 September 2007 – 13 March 2008 | Jackie Jones | Kristin Keam | Jackie serves as an elected councillor who later becomes Mayor of Erinsborough. Her tenure involves controversy over safety decisions tied to an illegal rave incident culminating in her resignation amid public criticism. |
| 6–26 September | Diana Murray | Jane Allsop | Diana works as barrister for Rebecchi Cammeniti law firm handling high-profile cases including custody disputes before relocating to Sydney. |
| 17 September – 11 October 2007, 10 June 2014 |
Laura Davidson | Jodi Flockhart | Laura, sister of Gus Cleary, becomes involved in kidnapping Declan Napier for ransom alongside boyfriend Nick Thompson. She returns years later warning Paul Robinson about her brother Victor’s vendetta. |
| 18 September–11 October | Nick Thompson | Marty Grimwood | Nick partners with Laura Davidson in criminal activities targeting local residents before being arrested. |
| 24–28 July | Dale Hunter | Leon Stripp | Dale and Wayne Hunter are Justin Hunter’s older brothers involved in local disputes leading to police chases following vandalism and drag racing incidents. |
| Karl Van Moorsel | |||
| 26 September 2007 – 12 August 2008 | Helen Carr | Margot Fenley | Helen was Head of Senior School at Erinsborough High; she managed departmental funding priorities and enforced policies before moving on to another educational role recommending colleagues for leadership positions. |
| 4 December 2007 – 8 July 2008 | Patrizia Silvani | Lise Rodgers | Patrizia is mother of Marco and Mia Silvani. She supports Marco's relationship with Carmella Cammeniti despite tensions following Marco’s death in a bushfire. |
| 5–6 December | Scott Coombes | Aidan Fennessy | Scott and Larissa McKay are former classmates of Ned Parker and Kirsten Gannon; they attend a school reunion where misunderstandings arise about relationships among attendees before Ned and Kirsten are crowned King and Queen of the event. |
| Petra Glieson |
External links
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