Ranae Turner

Dylan Carter

Dylan Carter, played by Jeremy Lindsay Taylor, made his debut on 1 February 2016. His casting was revealed in August 2015, with Taylor describing the character as intricate and captivating. Dylan serves as a detective partnering with Katarina Chapman (Pia Miller) in Summer Bay. He returned for guest appearances in 2017 and 2019.

Dylan spearheads the inquiry into the murder of Charlotte King, working alongside Katarina and Mike Emerson. Despite a tangled history with Katarina, they collaborate closely on the investigation, interrogating key figures such as Martin Ashford, Zac MacGuire, and Hunter King. Dylan initially arrests Ash but releases him after verifying an alibi. The probe uncovers incriminating evidence against Zac, who is subsequently charged with murder.

Morag Bellingham steps in as Zac's defense attorney, challenging Dylan and exposing judicial impropriety involving Dylan’s coercion of a judge to deny Zac bail. This misconduct results in Dylan’s suspension. Conflicts intensify when Dylan confronts Katarina and later assaults Ash, taking several individuals hostage before his apprehension.

In 2017, evidence connects Dylan to an abandoned boat tied to the amnesiac Robbo. CCTV footage reveals Dylan holding Robbo at gunpoint. Two years later, Robbo recalls a violent confrontation with Dylan, who was presumed dead but survived. Dylan kidnaps Robbo, confessing to orchestrating the abduction while denying involvement in Robbo's family's deaths. After a struggle, both are detained by the Australian Federal Police. Weeks afterward, Robbo learns that Dylan was killed in prison.

Isla Schultz

Isla Schultz, portrayed by singer Samantha Jade, made her first appearance on 3 March 2016. Jade’s casting was announced on 5 September 2015, with filming commencing shortly thereafter. She wrapped up her role in November 2016. Jade characterized Isla as "a bit naughty − a bit of a bad girl" with a troubled background but fundamentally well-intentioned.

Isla arrives in Summer Bay harboring "bad intentions" and soon becomes entangled with Kyle Braxton (Nic Westaway). She discloses that she works for Dave Rogers, who is owed money by Kyle from a poker game. After threats escalate, Isla and Kyle are kidnapped and forced to dig their own graves but manage to escape unharmed. Kyle protects Isla, leading to a romantic relationship between them.

Isla’s ex-partner, Harry Kingswood, brings their daughters for a visit. Following disputes over custody, Kyle persuades Isla to return the girls to Harry. When Harry plans to relocate interstate, Isla attempts to rob a golf club but is stopped by Kyle, who takes responsibility for the crime to safeguard her future.

After Kyle receives a thirteen-year prison sentence, Isla commits to honoring his sacrifice, describing him as the best man she has ever known before leaving.

Lindsay Ford

Lindsay Ford, played by Georgia Flood, first appeared on 17 March 2016. Flood’s casting was announced in October 2015, with the character unveiled in March 2016. Although initially uncertain about accepting the role, Flood appreciated Lindsay’s "really cool" persona and enjoyed filming her guest role.

Lindsay attempts to reach out to Hunter King (Scott Lee), who avoids her calls. She visits the caravan park, introduces herself to Hunter's girlfriend Olivia (Raechelle Banno), and reveals that she was the one who picked Hunter up when he left Summer Bay. Lindsay intends to stay but insists she does not wish to interfere with Hunter and Olivia's relationship. Later, she confesses to Olivia that she and Hunter shared a kiss. After Lindsay hints at a deeper connection with Hunter and is seen with her arm around him, Olivia ends their relationship. Lindsay then arranges a party and pays Drew Panton (Govinda Roser-Finch) to flirt with Olivia for a photo opportunity, further straining Hunter and Olivia’s relationship. Lindsay provokes Olivia at the diner, escalating tensions between them. She subsequently tries to rekindle things with Hunter, who insists on keeping their relationship platonic. Lindsay steals Alf Stewart's (Ray Meagher) ute; during this event, Hunter is knocked unconscious while trying to stop her. Lindsay flees but receives a warning from Olivia to leave town or face police charges related to Hunter's accident.

Mick Jennings

Mick Jennings, portrayed by Kristian Schmid, made his debut on 5 May 2016 as the estranged son of the long-standing character Irene Roberts (Lynne McGranger). Irene had previously disclosed that she was a victim of rape at age 14, resulting in childbirth at 15, after which she relinquished the child for adoption. Mick was later revealed to be the perpetrator who assaulted Billie Ashford (Tessa de Josselin), introducing a dark and complex narrative that cast him as a "twisted" antagonist.

Mick arrives at the Beach House under the guise of being Chris Harrington's uncle. Irene becomes wary when he mentions intimate family details. He abducts Irene, asserting that he is her son; although she initially doubts him, a DNA test confirms their biological connection. Following his release from a psychiatric facility, Mick attempts to reconnect but is met with rejection from Irene and others due to his criminal past. After violating an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO), he is detained following a confrontation involving Kat Chapman (Pia Miller). Discovering he is father to Billie's infant daughter Luc Patterson, Mick abducts Luc from the hospital but eventually turns himself in.

Several months later, Mick petitions for parole and seeks Irene's support but encounters hostility from Billie's brother, Martin Ashford (George Mason). Upon gaining parole, Irene arranges for Mick to stay at a motel in Summer Bay, where he assists Maggie Astoni (Kestie Morassi) with a flat tire but is expelled by Maggie's husband once Mick's background is revealed. Despite Alf Stewart (Ray Meagher)'s efforts to secure employment for Mick in Western Australian mines, Mick stays local aiming to gain custody of Luc. After disputes over Luc's welfare and threats from Martin Ashford, Mick narrowly survives a cliff fall and receives aid from community members. He engages legal representation for custody proceedings while managing medication challenges. Ultimately persuaded by Alf, Mick accepts the mining position in WA; Irene accompanies him to help with his transition. Months later, following an accident at the mine, Irene travels to offer support.

Tori Morgan

Tori Morgan, enacted by Penny McNamee, first appeared on 5 May 2016. Her casting was revealed on 22 November 2015. McNamee described this role as her "dream job" and began filming in early November, expressing appreciation for co-star Georgie Parker’s encouragement on set. Tori is a medical professional seeking a new beginning in Summer Bay, harboring "dark secrets." She arrives ahead of her siblings to evaluate whether it is safe for them to join her.

Brody Morgan

Brody Morgan, brought to life by Jackson Heywood, made his first appearance on 7 June 2016. Heywood, who had previously been part of the series in 2009, was cast alongside James Stewart and Orpheus Pledger as Brody’s brothers; their casting was announced on 5 December 2015. Filming commenced during the week of 7 December. Heywood anticipated comparisons between the Morgan brothers and the Braxton brothers introduced in 2011 but highlighted their unique relationship dynamic. Brody is characterized as an ambitious chef with significant goals.

Justin Morgan

Justin Morgan, played by James Stewart, made his first appearance on 7 June 2016. The announcement of Stewart's casting came on 5 December 2015, alongside Jackson Heywood and Orpheus Pledger, who portray his brothers. This role marked Stewart's return to a regular television role after taking a year off to care for his daughter. Filming commenced in early December 2015. Stewart highlighted that the focus was on firmly establishing the Morgan family unit rather than competing with previously popular characters. In August 2017, he was included in the longlist for Best Daytime Star at the Inside Soap Awards, although he did not progress to the shortlist determined by viewer votes.

Mason Morgan

Mason Morgan, enacted by Orpheus Pledger, also debuted on 7 June 2016. His casting was revealed simultaneously with those of his on-screen siblings, prompting Pledger to move from Melbourne to Sydney for filming. Mason is depicted as upbeat and morally grounded, managing to juggle his medical studies alongside maintaining an active social life and fitness routine.

Tabitha Ford

Tabitha Ford, portrayed by Eliza Scanlen, appeared as a recurring character from 21 July until 27 September 2016. Digital Spy described her as one of the soap’s "most evil mean girls." Tabitha’s storyline centered on her manipulative tactics against fellow student Olivia Fraser Richards, including impersonation and blackmail schemes. These actions eventually led to disciplinary consequences and her departure to boarding school. Her narrative highlighted themes of rivalry and psychological manipulation within the high school environment of Summer Bay.

Hope Morrison

Hope Morrison, played by Jessica Falkholt, was introduced on 19 September 2016. After hearing Justin Morgan outside her house, Hope attempts to assault him with a piece of timber but is stopped by Martin Ashford and Kat Chapman. Justin informs her that her uncle, Atticus Decker, has been hospitalized following a deliberate car crash. Spike Lowe and his accomplices attempt to kidnap Hope and her sister Raffy; while Ashford rescues Raffy, Hope is taken captive. Spike then brings her to the hospital, impersonating her husband to gain access to Decker’s room and tries to administer a fatal injection before being apprehended.

Hope and Raffy are invited to live at the farmhouse with Kat and Phoebe Nicholson. Hope creates tension by wearing Phoebe’s clothes, consuming her food, and falsely accusing John Palmer of damaging her phone in order to extort money. Justin offers Hope a part-time position at the garage, where she steals customers’ credit card information. When she attempts to flee Summer Bay, she is arrested and charged with misappropriation.

After her release, Justin reveals that Raffy is Decker’s daughter and Hope’s half-sister. Hope steals Mason’s car in an effort to escape with Raffy; following an emotional breakdown, she falls and sustains liver damage. Nate Cooper treats her prior to surgery. While recovering, Hope warns Raffy against trusting the Morgans; however, Raffy eventually discovers the truth about their family ties. The sisters plan to leave Summer Bay together, but Hope is caught stealing money from Salt and arrested again by Kat.

While held in remand, Hope struggles with solitary confinement and is prescribed diazepam by Nate. She steals sleeping pills and unintentionally overdoses, requiring hospitalization. After apologizing to Phoebe and entrusting Raffy’s care to her, Hope bids farewell before returning to prison. A year later, she sends Raffy a handmade card celebrating her 14th birthday.

Raffy Morrison

Raffy Morrison, played by Olivia Deeble, made her first appearance on 19 September 2016. Deeble moved from Melbourne to Sydney to film the role and was contracted for three years. She departed the show in 2019, with her final episode broadcast on 12 September, opting not to extend her contract.

Introduced as the half-sister of the Morgan siblings, Raffy's connection was confirmed through DNA testing linking her to Atticus Decker and Kate Lee. Following a series of family crises—such as her sister Hope’s kidnapping and subsequent legal issues—Raffy relocates to the Farmhouse alongside other central characters and becomes a student at Summer Bay High.

Her narrative explores intricate family relationships, especially as she adjusts to the Morgans' life under witness protection after their parents were killed by drug traffickers. Raffy confronts various personal obstacles, including bullying, fractured friendships, and encounters with substance misuse influenced by peers like Jennifer Dutton.

Throughout her time on the show, Raffy shifts residences, initially living with John Palmer and Marilyn Chambers due to Brody Morgan’s escalating drug problems. During this phase, she endures bullying and narrowly escapes an abduction attempt, saved by Robbo. She also manages complex social ties and romantic involvements, notably with Ty Anderson; their relationship ends after Ty reveals his sexual orientation.

Raffy plays a pivotal role in several story arcs, such as finding a corpse alongside Ryder Jackson that triggers police investigation, providing support to friends facing illness and bereavement, and coping with seizures diagnosed as epilepsy. Her health issues lead to innovative approaches, including Mason Morgan developing an epilepsy oil treatment, which subsequently results in legal complications.

Her network broadens with friendships like Bella Nixon and Jett James, while she deals with family betrayals including Brody's affair. Raffy's romance with Ryder concludes due to conflicting commitments, and further disruption occurs when Tori Morgan enters witness protection.

Eventually, Raffy decides to pursue a medical trial opportunity in Victoria, encouraged by her family’s support. She leaves Summer Bay after penning a farewell note for John and Marilyn, bringing closure to her storyline centered on endurance through adversity within a dynamic environment.

Jeannie Woods

Jeannie Woods, portrayed by Anna Bamford, first appeared on 1 November 2016 and remained for approximately six weeks. Introduced as a potential romantic interest for Brody Morgan (Jackson Heywood), Jeannie arrives in Summer Bay following an invitation from Evelyn MacGuire (Philippa Northeast) to participate in a charity volleyball event at the local youth centre. Bamford described their relationship as "unconventional" and mentioned developing a strong working relationship with Heywood during filming.

Jeannie assists Brody in retrieving scattered barbecue items and registers for the volleyball match, where she partners with Matt Page (Alec Snow). Brody offers Evelyn $1000 to join Jeannie for the final game. After a mix-up involving a bracelet causes Jeannie to momentarily vanish, she returns for a job interview and encounters Brody on the beach. She later discovers he owns the restaurant where she applied. Despite an initially unsuccessful interview, Brody hires her, leading to flirtatious exchanges that culminate in a kiss on her cheek.

Following a misunderstanding that prompts Jeannie to resign, Brody persuades her to return to Salt and invites her on a date, which she accepts. Jeannie reveals that her parents have expelled her; her father, Randall (Paul Ceaser), later visits and meets Brody. She explains that her parents are doomsday preppers. Jeannie and Brody continue dating in secret until Randall catches them kissing. Due to conflicts stemming from Randall’s beliefs and Brody's inappropriate jokes, their relationship ends, and Jeannie leaves Salt for a new position in Yabbie Creek.

Ava Gilbert

Ava Gilbert made her debut on 8 December 2016 as the daughter of Justin Morgan (James Stewart). Initially played by Grace Thomas and subsequently by Alice Roberts, the character was recast with Annabel Wolfe in February 2023 to accommodate more complex, adolescent storylines as Ava transitioned into her teenage years. Ava's unanticipated return to the Bay to visit Justin reveals her difficulty concealing her attraction to his apprentice, Theo Poulos (Matt Evans). Wolfe explained that the narrative delves into shifting father-daughter relationships and generational divides, emphasizing Ava's mental and physical development since Justin last encountered her. The storyline intensifies when Ava's online behavior sparks tension, culminating in her departure from the Bay. Wolfe described Ava’s defiant nature as a disruptive force in Justin’s life. Ava is scheduled to reappear for Justin's wedding to Leah in April 2024.

Upon returning, Ava initiates contact with Justin by returning his cap, unveiling her identity at her mother Nina Gilbert’s (Zoe Naylor) residence. She travels by bus to Justin’s home, where she confirms their father-daughter connection and forms relationships with his fiancée Phoebe Nicholson and sister Raffy Morrison. Conflict arises between Ava’s stepfather Brian Gilbert (Tom O'Sullivan) and Justin, leading to Ava running away and being struck by a vehicle. Subsequently, Brian allows Justin visitation rights. During Nina and Brian's absence, Ava stays with Justin and befriends Scarlett Snow (Tania Nolan). She later returns to meet Justin’s girlfriend Willow Harris (Sarah Roberts), who rescues her from an abduction attempt by Boyd Easton (Steve Le Marquand) and Hazel Easton (Genevieve Lemon). Following this incident, Nina limits Justin's access to Ava.

Back in the Bay, Ava encounters Justin’s new partner Leah Patterson (Ada Nicodemou), initially showing reluctance but gradually bonding through activities such as football. After Nina and Brian separate, Nina entrusts Ava's guardianship to Justin. Although communication with Brian is initially restricted, Justin convinces Nina to permit contact. Amid family health challenges, Justin takes Ava on visits to relatives before returning her to Nina. Later, upon discovering his spinal tumour diagnosis, Justin spends meaningful time with Ava prior to surgery and sends her back to the city to protect her from potential distress.

Others

Date(s)	Character	Actor	Description
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. Louisa disables the baby monitor to spend uninterrupted time with Josh.
	Glen Day	Logan Stevenson	Glen joins Adriana for an afternoon with Louisa and Josh before leaving for work; Louisa encourages Adriana to follow Glen so she can be alone with Josh.
	Adriana Kerr	Hana Lee Woodbridge	Refer above.
	Psych Nurse	Angie Diaz	The nurse permits Skye Peters a visit with her mother Carol and informs her that Carol remains responsive despite her condition.
18 February	Destiny Starr	Lara Schwerdt	Destiny goes on a first date with Chris Harrington but departs upon realizing he remains emotionally attached to his former partner.
25 February	Coach McKinnon	Warren Ekermans	During a high school basketball game, Coach McKinnon intervenes in a fight and ejects VJ Patterson.
2 March	Zara Leonard	Georgia Nichols	Zara connects with Oscar MacGuire over their university studies; they are later seen sharing a kiss on a balcony.
2–17 March	Claire Lewis	Anita Hegh	Claire suggests she may be Irene Roberts' daughter. After bonding moments, Olivia Fraser Richards reveals via DNA testing that Claire is unrelated. Claire leaves after being offered accommodation by Irene.
15 March–11 April	Harry Kingswood	Wayne Bradley	Harry brings Florence and Lulu to visit their mother Isla Schultz but later reports Isla took them; Kyle Braxton persuades Isla to return the children.
	Florence Kingswood	Charlee Kwintner	See above.
	Lulu Kingswood	Mia Kwintner	See above.
17 March	Alessia De Luca	Bridgette Hollitt	Alessia attends a university party introduced by Maddy Osborne and flirts with Oscar MacGuire; later seen kissing him on a balcony.
	Tanya Hardy	Ashleigh O'Brien	Tanya meets Oscar after Alessia departs the party but walks away after learning about Oscar’s earlier interaction.
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 photo intended to provoke Hunter King. He admits disliking Lindsay and only attending for free drinks.
19 April–8 June	Dom Loneragan	Lindsay Farris	Photographer friend of Ricky Sharpe; engaged for wedding and hospital fundraiser photography. Flirts with Phoebe Nicholson; supports her following an explosion. Introduces his daughter Bella to Phoebe. Their relationship ends as Dom focuses on family after wife's infidelity.
20 April	Womma	Dean Kyrwood	Kat Chapman and Martin Ashford visit after learning Dylan Carter paid Womma to intimidate witnesses and sabotage businesses.
21 April–9 March 2020	Sergeant Phillip McCarthy	Nicholas Cassim	Replaces Sergeant Mike Emerson in Summer Bay; addresses workplace issues involving Dylan Carter and Kat Chapman; advises Kat to report problems directly.
12 May–8 June	Bella Loneragan	Teagan Croft	Dom’s daughter who initially resists Phoebe Nicholson but eventually accepts their relationship. Her mother Tess brings her to Summer Bay; Bella reacts negatively at first but later offers support.
16 May	Alexandra Newman	Kate Fraser	Hospitalized urgently due to fetal distress; delivers a daughter named after Nate Cooper and Tori Morgan.
	Natalie Newman	Uncredited
17 May 2016 – 10 April 2017	Dr Bernice Chung	Karen Pang	Conducts head of emergency interviews alongside Dr Ben Dawson; manages prescriptions for Roo Stewart; addresses hospital budget cuts; oversees staffing decisions impacting Nate Cooper and Tori Morgan’s department; handles medical negligence case related to Billie Ashford’s death.
30 May	Andrew (Uncredited)
	Kathy
31 May–8 June
7 June 2016–12 July 2021
9 June
13 June, 20 February 2018
14 June–12 July
23 June–14 July
23 June–26 July
27 June
28 June–10 November
29 June–20 September
5 July 2016 – 2 February 2017
5 July
11–12 July
12 July–1 December
13 July 2016 – 10 May 2018, 19 February 2019
20–26 July
1 August
25 August 2016 – 18 May 2017
29 August
1 September
6 September
8 September–20 October

External links

• Cast and characters featured on the official Home and Away site
• Cast and characters listed on the Internet Movie Database