Tabitha Ford

Home and Away is a long-running Australian soap opera that premiered on the Seven Network on 17 January 1988. Below is a compilation of characters introduced during 2016, listed by their debut dates, all under the guidance of executive producer Lucy Addario. The show's twenty-ninth season commenced broadcasting on 1 February 2016. The character Dylan Carter made his first appearance in the season premiere. In March, Isla Schultz and Lindsay Ford were introduced. May saw the arrival of Mick Jennings and Tori Morgan, with Tori’s brothers — Brody, Justin, and Mason — joining the cast in June. Tabitha Ford was added in July. September brought new characters Hope Morrison and Raffy Morrison, followed by Jeannie Woods in November. Finally, Justin’s daughter, Ava Gilbert, was introduced in December.

Dylan Carter

Dylan Carter, played by Jeremy Lindsay Taylor, made his debut on 1 February 2016. His casting announcement was made public on 5 August 2015. Dylan serves as a detective working alongside Katarina Chapman (Pia Miller) in Summer Bay. Jeremy Lindsay Taylor described the character as multi-dimensional and engaging, emphasizing Dylan’s ties to the Bay. He returned to the role in 2017 and appeared again for a guest arc in September 2019.

Dylan takes charge of investigating Charlotte King’s (Erika Heynatz) murder alongside Kat and Mike Emerson (Cameron Stewart). Despite friction from their prior relationship, they maintain a professional partnership. Dylan interrogates several suspects including Martin Ashford (George Mason), Zac MacGuire (Charlie Clausen), and Hunter King (Scott Lee). After collecting sufficient evidence, he formally charges Zac with murder.

Morag Bellingham (Cornelia Frances) acts as Zac’s defense lawyer and uncovers judicial impropriety involving Dylan coercing a judge to refuse Zac bail. This revelation leads to Dylan’s suspension when the misconduct comes to light. The situation intensifies when Dylan confronts Kat, resulting in a physical struggle. Subsequently, Dylan assaults Ashford and takes hostages before being apprehended.

Later developments reveal that Dylan’s blood and firearm are linked to amnesiac Robbo. Video footage shows Dylan holding Robbo at gunpoint. Robbo recalls a violent confrontation on a boat where Dylan was believed dead but had survived. It is later uncovered that Dylan orchestrated Robbo’s kidnapping, connected to the Ouroboros gang led by Victor (Patrick Thompson). Both Dylan and Victor are arrested by the Australian Federal Police. Several weeks afterwards, Robbo learns that Dylan was murdered while incarcerated.

Isla Schultz

Isla Schultz, played by singer Samantha Jade, made her first appearance on 3 March 2016. Jade’s casting was revealed on 5 September 2015, with filming commencing soon after. She wrapped up her role in November 2016. Jade characterized Isla as "somewhat mischievous – a rebellious type" with a troubled history, yet ultimately possessing good intentions.

Isla arrives in Summer Bay harboring "ill motives" and quickly becomes entangled with Kyle Braxton (Nic Westaway). Employed by Dave Rogers, she is tasked with recovering a poker debt owed by Kyle. When the situation intensifies, both Kyle and Isla are abducted but manage to break free. Kyle offers Isla refuge, and their bond strengthens.

Isla’s ex-partner, Harry Kingswood, visits with their daughters, sparking custody disputes. Upon learning Harry intends to relocate interstate, Isla attempts to commit a robbery at a golf club but is talked out of it by Kyle. Kyle is subsequently arrested for the crime and accepts responsibility to shield Isla, resulting in a thirteen-year prison sentence.

Before departing, Isla promises to honor Kyle’s sacrifice, describing him as the finest man she has ever known.

Lindsay Ford

Lindsay Ford, portrayed by Georgia Flood, first appeared on 17 March 2016. Flood was cast in October 2015 and embraced the role despite initial hesitation, finding the character intriguing. Lindsay tries to reconnect with Hunter King (Scott Lee), who initially avoids her advances. She visits the caravan park, introduces herself to Hunter’s girlfriend Olivia (Raechelle Banno), and discloses that she had supported Hunter after he left Summer Bay. Lindsay expresses intentions to stay but insists she does not want to interfere with Hunter and Olivia’s relationship. However, she later confesses to Olivia that she and Hunter shared a kiss, creating friction. Lindsay escalates her behavior by hosting a beach party, manipulating circumstances to split Hunter and Olivia, and stealing Alf Stewart’s (Ray Meagher) ute, which leads to Hunter being injured while trying to stop her. After fleeing the scene, Olivia warns Lindsay to leave town or face legal consequences.

Mick Jennings

Mick Jennings, brought to life by Kristian Schmid, debuted on 5 May 2016 as the long-lost son of established character Irene Roberts (Lynne McGranger). Irene had previously disclosed a teenage pregnancy resulting from rape, with the child given up for adoption. Mick was later revealed as the perpetrator of Billie Ashford’s (Tessa de Josselin) assault, a storyline noted for its serious tone. Mick arrives under deceptive pretenses, claiming to be Chris Harrington’s uncle before kidnapping Irene and attempting to abduct Olivia. Police intervene after Olivia secretly tracks him down, leading to Mick’s arrest and DNA confirmation as Irene’s son.

After being discharged from a psychiatric facility, Mick returns but faces rejection from Irene and is arrested for violating an AVO when confronting her. Upon learning he is father to Billie’s infant daughter Luc Patterson, Mick kidnaps Luc but eventually returns her to Irene and is apprehended again. He later pursues custody of Luc.

Following parole approval, Mick struggles with reintegration; he is assaulted at a halfway house and rejected by Irene. His attempts to settle in Summer Bay fail after Maggie Astoni’s husband expels him upon discovering his past. Alf Stewart arranges employment in Western Australia’s mining sector, which Mick initially declines. Tensions with Billie’s brother Martin Ashford escalate into kidnapping and physical danger before locals intervene.

Mick hires legal counsel for Luc’s custody battle but faces obstacles due to his mental health issues and community mistrust. After VJ Patterson absconds with Luc, Mick consents to take the mining job in WA, accompanied by Irene who supports his recovery efforts. Several months later, following a mining accident, Irene travels there to assist him.

Tori Morgan

Tori Morgan, portrayed by Penny McNamee, made her first appearance on 5 May 2016. Her casting was revealed on 22 November 2015. McNamee referred to the role as her "dream job" and commenced filming in early November, expressing appreciation for the support from co-star Georgie Parker. Tori is depicted as a physician seeking a new beginning in Summer Bay, carrying concealed "dark secrets". She is the initial Morgan sibling to arrive, tasked with evaluating whether Summer Bay is a safe environment for her brothers.

Brody Morgan

Brody Morgan, brought to life by Jackson Heywood, debuted on 7 June 2016. Heywood had previously appeared on the series in 2009 as Lachie Cladwell. His casting, along with James Stewart and Orpheus Pledger portraying his brothers, was announced on 5 December 2015. Filming commenced during the week of 7 December. Heywood anticipated inevitable comparisons to the Braxton brothers introduced in 2011 but stressed that Brody’s storyline and character dynamics are distinct. Brody is characterized as an ambitious chef with significant aspirations.

Justin Morgan

Justin Morgan, enacted by James Stewart, first appeared on screen on 7 June 2016. His casting, alongside Jackson Heywood and Orpheus Pledger as his siblings, was disclosed on 5 December 2015, with filming starting the week of 7 December. This role marked Stewart’s return to a regular part following a year-long hiatus taken to care for his daughter. He highlighted that establishing the new family relationships took precedence over any comparisons to previous popular characters. In August 2017, Stewart was longlisted for Best Daytime Star at the Inside Soap Awards but did not progress to the viewer-selected shortlist.

Mason Morgan

Mason Morgan, played by Orpheus Pledger, also made his debut on 7 June 2016. His casting was announced alongside his on-screen brothers in December 2015, with filming commencing shortly after. Pledger relocated from Melbourne to Sydney for this opportunity. Mason is portrayed as a medical student who balances academic responsibilities with an active social life and fitness regimen, embodying optimism and strong ethical values.

Tabitha Ford

Tabitha Ford, portrayed by Eliza Scanlen, appeared as a recurring character and student from 21 July to 27 September 2016. Known for her antagonistic role at Summer Bay High, Tabitha engaged in manipulative schemes against fellow student Olivia Fraser Richards, including identity fraud and exam sabotage. Her actions eventually led to police involvement and an official warning. Tabitha’s narrative concluded when she left for boarding school, leaving a notable mark on the youth-related storylines within the show.

Hope Morrison

Hope Morrison, played by Jessica Falkholt, made her debut on 19 September 2016. Introduced as a waitress, Hope is linked to central characters through family connections, including her uncle Atticus Decker and cousin Raffy Morrison.

Her storyline features conflict and criminal elements: Hope attempts to assault Justin Morgan, discovers her uncle Decker was hospitalized following a deliberate car crash, and becomes entangled in a kidnapping scheme orchestrated by Spike Lowe. Spike impersonates Hope’s husband to gain hospital access to Decker but is eventually apprehended. After these events, Hope and Raffy move in with Kat and Phoebe Nicholson, where Hope creates tension by taking clothes and food without permission.

Hope obtains part-time employment at Justin’s garage but commits credit card fraud, resulting in her arrest for financial misconduct. Upon release, she learns that Raffy is actually Decker’s daughter and thus her half-sister; this revelation prompts them to attempt fleeing Summer Bay together. During their escape, Hope sustains a serious injury requiring surgical intervention. While recuperating, she advises Raffy not to trust the Morgans; however, Raffy later uncovers the truth about their familial ties.

Hope’s subsequent behavior includes stealing money from Salt, which leads to another arrest and remand in custody. She struggles with solitary confinement and accidentally overdoses on sleeping pills prescribed by Nate Cooper. After hospitalization, she apologizes to Phoebe and entrusts Raffy’s care before returning to prison. A year later, Hope maintains contact by sending Raffy a handmade birthday card despite her incarceration.

Raffy Morrison

Raffy Morrison, played by Olivia Deeble, made her first appearance on 19 September 2016. Deeble moved from Melbourne to Sydney to take on the role, committing to a three-year contract. She departed the show in 2019, with her concluding scenes broadcast on 12 September, having decided against renewing her agreement.

Raffy's narrative revolves around intricate family relationships; she discovers through DNA testing that she is the half-sister of the Morgan children. This discovery triggers a period of identity confusion and strained family connections, particularly as her sister Hope encounters legal difficulties and their father, Atticus Decker, dies following a shooting incident.

During ongoing family struggles, Raffy relocates between various households due to Brody’s escalating drug dependency, ultimately residing with John Palmer and Marilyn Chambers. At school, she endures bullying but also builds friendships with Coco Astoni and Ryder Jackson. Raffy faces a frightening episode when a former student attempts to kidnap her; fortunately, Robbo intervenes and saves her.

Her personal journey includes episodes of underage drinking at a fashion event and managing epilepsy after sustaining a head injury during camping. These health challenges lead Raffy to participate in a medical trial in Victoria, which becomes the reason for her exit from Summer Bay.

In terms of romance, Raffy is involved with Ty Anderson—who later comes out as gay—and Ryder Jackson. She supports Ty amid his family struggles and aids in mending Ryder’s relationship with Coco. Her social network broadens to include Bella Nixon and Jett James, who provides academic assistance.

Throughout her time on the series, Raffy's storyline explores resilience in the face of hardship, the navigation of complex familial secrets, health obstacles, and the development of relationships within the Summer Bay community.

Jeannie Woods

Jeannie Woods, portrayed by Anna Bamford, appeared starting 1 November 2016 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 to participate in a charity volleyball match at the local youth centre. Bamford remarked that Jeannie and Brody would share "an unusual relationship" and mentioned developing a strong working connection with Heywood during filming.

Jeannie’s initial interaction involves assisting Brody with dropped barbecue items before signing up for the volleyball game alongside Matt Page (Alec Snow). Brody offers Evelyn $1000 to partner with Jeannie in the final match. Later, Jeannie returns for a job interview and meets Brody on the beach; he owns the restaurant where she is applying. Despite an unsteady start, Brody hires her, and they engage in flirtation as he trains her. After an awkward moment where Jeannie declines his kiss, she resigns but soon agrees to return following Brody’s invitation, sparking a romance.

Jeannie confides that her parents have expelled her; shortly afterward, her father, Randall (Paul Ceaser), arrives searching for her. She explains that her parents are survivalist doomsday preppers. Jeannie and Brody date secretly but encounter conflict when Randall discovers them kissing. Following disputes over Randall’s beliefs and Brody’s insensitive remarks, Jeannie ends their relationship and leaves the restaurant to accept employment 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, the character was later recast with Alice Roberts, and most recently Annabel Wolfe took over the role in February 2023. This casting change facilitated the introduction of more complex, adolescent-focused storylines, mirroring Ava’s progression into her teenage years. Ava’s surprise visit to her father reveals her interest in his apprentice, Theo Poulos (Matt Evans), shedding light on shifting father-daughter relationships and generational tensions.

Wolfe observed that Ava’s physical and emotional development during her time away adds layers to their interactions. Following a dispute about Ava communicating with a boy online, she departs for the Bay, where Justin promotes honesty while others downplay the situation as typical teenage infatuation. Ava’s defiant streak brings challenges to Justin’s life. She is scheduled to return for Justin’s wedding to Leah in April 2024.

Ava initially forms connections with Justin’s fiancée Phoebe Nicholson and his sister Raffy Morrison. After a disagreement between Justin and Ava’s stepfather Brian Gilbert, Ava runs away and is unintentionally struck by a vehicle. Subsequently, Brian grants Justin increased visitation rights. When Nina and Brian travel, Ava stays with Justin and develops a friendship with Scarlett Snow. She later reconnects with Justin’s girlfriend Willow Harris but is abducted by Boyd Easton before being rescued by Justin and Colby Thorne. Following Willow and Justin’s breakup, Nina limits Ava's contact with her father.

Upon returning to live with Justin, Ava initially resists his new partner Leah Patterson but gradually warms to her through shared activities such as football. After Brian and Nina separate, Justin temporarily gains custody of Ava while managing restrictions on her communication with Brian. Throughout family health emergencies—including Tori Morgan’s hospitalization and Justin’s spinal tumor diagnosis—Ava remains integral to the familial support network. Prior to his surgery, Justin chooses to spend quality time with Ava, emphasizing their deepened bond amid adversity.

Others

   Derek Babcock    Patch May    Mia Whyte    Debra Ades    Briefly dates Chris Harrington but ends relationship recognizing his unresolved grief over deceased girlfriend.    Bryce Stewart    Jack & Ace Long Guitarist Nick Perjanik Performs at Salt providing musical ambiance including accompaniment for Justin Morgan’s song dedication.

Date(s)	Character	Actor	Context
11 February	Louisa O'Brien	Claudia Cranstoun	Louisa invites Josh Barrett for an afternoon gathering with friends. When Josh attends to Casey Braxton, Louisa and others visit his home. Frustrated by Casey's crying, Louisa turns off the baby monitor to focus on spending time with Josh.
	Glen Day	Logan Stevenson	Glen and Adriana join Louisa and Josh for the afternoon. Glen departs for work; Louisa encourages Adriana to follow him so she can have Josh's company alone.
	Adriana Kerr	Hana Lee Woodbridge
	Psych Nurse	Angie Diaz	The Psych Nurse facilitates Skye Peters’ visit with her mother Carol and informs her that Carol can perceive her despite her condition.
18 February	Destiny Starr	Lara Schwerdt	Destiny goes on a first date with Chris Harrington at a diner. They connect until Chris reveals unresolved feelings for his ex; Destiny leaves upon hearing this.
25 February	Coach McKinnon	Warren Ekermans	During a high school basketball game, Coach McKinnon intervenes in a fight between VJ Patterson and Hunter King, resulting in VJ being sent off.
2 March	Zara Leonard	Georgia Nichols	Oscar MacGuire spots Zara at Angelo's and discusses their university course together. Later, Skye Peters observes Oscar and Zara sharing a kiss on the balcony.
2–17 March	Claire Lewis	Anita Hegh	Claire arrives at Irene Roberts' residence claiming to be her daughter. After bonding moments, Olivia Fraser Richards suggests a DNA test which confirms Claire is not Irene’s child. Claire departs following further conversations.
15 March–11 April	Harry Kingswood	Wayne Bradley	Harry brings Florence and Lulu to Summer Bay to visit their mother Isla Schultz. When Isla takes the girls without permission, Kyle Braxton persuades her to return them.
	Florence Kingswood	Charlee Kwintner
	Lulu Kingswood	Mia Kwintner
17 March	Alessia De Luca	Bridgette Hollitt	Alessia attends a university party at Angelo's introduced by Maddy Osborne. She flirts with Oscar MacGuire; Skye Peters later sees them kissing.
	Tanya Hardy	Ashleigh O'Brien	Tanya meets Oscar MacGuire after Alessia leaves the party but walks away upon learning Oscar was involved with another girl.
22–31 March	Drew Panton	Govinda Roser-Finch	Drew attends Lindsay Ford's beach party where he is paid to make advances toward Olivia Fraser Richards to provoke Hunter King; he expresses disdain for Lindsay and admits he came solely for free drinks.
Template:Nowrap 19 April–8 June	Dom Loneragan	Lindsay Farris	Photographer friend of Ricky Sharpe hired for wedding and hospital fundraiser; flirts with Phoebe Nicholson; survives an explosion together; supports Phoebe through grief; they date but ultimately break up when Phoebe realizes Dom still loves his wife Tess.
20 April	Womma	Dean Kyrwood	Kat Chapman and Martin Ashford confront Womma after discovering Dylan Carter paid him to intimidate witnesses and sabotage businesses.
21 April–9 March 2020	Sergeant Phillip McCarthy	Nicholas Cassim	Takes over from Sergeant Mike Emerson in Summer Bay; handles workplace assault report involving Dylan Carter; advises Kat Chapman accordingly.
12 May–8 June	Bella Loneragan	Teagan Croft	Introduced as Dom Loneragan's daughter brought into Phoebe Nicholson's life; initially hostile toward Phoebe but grows supportive of their relationship; mother Tess arrives in Summer Bay creating tension due to past marriage.
16 May	Alexandra Newman	Kate Fraser	Hospitalized for fetal distress; gives birth to a daughter named after Nate Cooper and Tori Morgan.
	Natalie Newman	Uncredited
17 May 2016 – 10 April 2017	Dr Bernice Chung	Karen Pang	Oversees emergency department interviews; manages hospital budget cuts affecting staff; involved in medical negligence case linked to Billie Ashford’s death; professionally interacts with Nate Cooper and Tori Morgan.
30 May	Andrew	Uncredited	Admitted following armed robbery gunshot wounds; briefly flatlines but is resuscitated.
	Kathy	Susan Boyd
Template:Nowrap 31 May–8 June	Template:Nowrap '''Tess Loneragan'''Template:Anchor Tess Loneragan   Sophie Roche   Dom Loneragan’s wife and Bella’s mother visits Summer Bay; meets Phoebe Nicholson; expresses wish to reconcile with Dom; spends time with family members.
7 June 2016–12 July 2021   Buddy the dogTemplate:Anchor Buddy   Himself/Buddy   Morgan family’s boxer dog featured in storylines including accidental meth ingestion and kidnapping incidents; animal actor passed away in May 2025.
9 June   Janette DavisTemplate:Anchor Janette Davis   Beth Aubrey   Informs John Palmer about Skye Peters’ Department of Human Services contact and address change while respecting privacy due to Skye’s age.
13 June, 20 February 2018   Nurse EricaTemplate:Anchor Nurse Erica   Claudia Barrie   Questions Tori Morgan regarding professional conduct; addresses rumors about Nate Cooper’s marital breakdown; attends Maggie Astoni’s chemotherapy reaction treatment.
14 June–12 July   Lara AdamsTemplate:Anchor Lara Adams   Elle Harris   Mason Morgan’s ex-girlfriend involved in secret meetings later revealed as working for syndicate targeting Morgans; arrested by police squad.
23 June–14 July   Danika KulevskiTemplate:Anchor Danika Kulevski   Ash Ricardo   Supervisor overseeing teens on community service; manages Jordan Walsh’s dehydration incident; begins casual relationship with Nate Cooper.
23 June–26 July   Jordan WalshTemplate:Anchor Jordan Walsh    Benny Turland    Community service participant who befriends Hunter King; experiences dehydration, foster care placement, family struggles, school integration issues, then moves back to city after reconciling with father Aaron Walsh.
27 June    Sarah Smedley    Ella Rose Corby    Medical student interacting with Mason Morgan concerning assignments and mistakes concerns.
28 June–10 November    Burt "Simmo" Simmons    James O'Connell    Engaged in car re-birthing scam alongside Andy Barrett; blackmails Martin Ashford and Kat Chapman; escalates conflict through attacks and threats.
29 June–20 September    Kevin Arthur "Spike" Lowe    Jason Montgomery    Antagonist targeting Morgan family: stalks Brody Morgan, drugs Nate Cooper, holds Tori hostage, kidnaps Mason Morgan, demands info from Justin Morgan; arrested after multiple violent acts including attempted murder.
5 July 2016 – 2 February 2017    Nurse Gretchen    Vanessa Buckley    Hospital nurse assisting main characters during emergencies including minor injuries and unconsciousness cases.
5 July    Beau Mitchell    Andrew Den    Aids Andy Barrett in facilitating Josh Barrett's escape from police custody during court proceedings.
11–12 July    Blaine Varden    Ashley Lyons    Collaborates with Spike Lowe and Lara Adams in holding Morgan family hostage; arrested after confrontation with Justin Morgan.
12 July–1 December    Atticus Decker    John Adam    Federal police officer overseeing witness protection for Morgans; rescues family from hostage situation; investigates police corruption; shot during investigation leading to death post-surgery.
13 July 2016 –10 May 2018,19 February 2019    Doctor Genner    Jennifer White    Medical professional treating key characters following injuries from violence, accidents, drug withdrawal, illness; first name inconsistently referenced in series.
20–26 July    Aaron Walsh    Justin Smith    Jordan Walsh's father seeking reconciliation after past conflicts involving vandalism/theft; ultimately leaves Summer Bay together after repairing relations.
1 August    Professor Calabra    Grant Lyndon    University lecturer who offers then withdraws job offer to Kat Chapman based on associations.
Template:Nowrap 25 August 2016 – 18 May 2017    Kate Lee    Lucia Mastrantone    Mother of Morgan siblings killed by drug syndicate; appears in hallucinations influencing storyline involving family secrets including Raffy Morrison's paternity.
29 August    May    Kelly Butler    Relative caring for Elly Page who suffers abuse leading Elly to run away affecting family dynamics at Salt café.
scope="row" rowspan=3 31 September    Brian Dyson    Sean Hawkins    Set up on blind date by Chris Harrington along with Derek Babcock; dates end awkwardly prompting early departure.
6 September    Jeremy Glanville    Adam Franklin    Harasses Kat Chapman at Salt café leading to altercation resolved without legal consequences after threats of sexual harassment charges.
scope="row" rowspan=2 8 September–20 October    Caroline Stewart    Nicole Shostak    Duncan Stewart's ex-wife bringing son Bryce post-plane crash; struggles with Huntington's disease/drug use leading custody disputes before returning to Hawaii where she later dies.
scope= "row" 27 September Juliette Ford Rose Marel Introduced as Tabitha Ford's sister interacting socially at diner before departing together.
scope= "row" 3–4 October Damien Grogan Aaron Cottrell Meets Phoebe Nicholson via car trouble assistance leading to arranged dates interrupted by romantic rivalry concerns from Justin Morgan.
scope= "row" 10 October Richard Legrande Peter Tregilgas Renowned food critic features Brody Morgan in magazine after visiting Salt restaurant.
scope= "row" 17 October Mrs Day Kerry Woods Collects vehicle from Summer Bay Auto managed by Martin Ashford.
scope= "row" 20 October Stephanie Suttle Georgia Blizzard Flirts with Mason Morgan during date arranged by Evelyn MacGuire but acknowledges Evelyn’s feelings for Matt Page instead.
scope= "row" 25–26 October Rebekah Pops Sophie Cox Offers exam paper sale to Hunter King amid academic pressure storyline involving Olivia Fraser Richards’ awareness.
scope= "row" 26 October 2016 – 6 March 2017 Samantha Webster Cheree Cassidy Book editor engaging Zac MacGuire professionally then personally leading to complex interactions including one-night stand despite initial rejection of advances.
scope= "row" 2 November HSC Examiner Christopher Galletti Denies late-arriving Hunter King entry into examination room impacting academic storyline progression.
scope= "row" 3 November Shenae Zoe Jensen Burt "Simmo" Simmons’ girlfriend found asleep during police raid on Simmo's house involving Martin Ashford’s covert operation.
scope= "row" 10–30 November Zoe Gardner Kat Risteska Dates Matt Page briefly before breakup following social interactions at Surf Club swimming invitations.
scope= "row" 10–24 November Randall Woods Paul Ceaser Jeannie Woods’ father confronting Brody Morgan over their relationship leading to familial conflict regarding beliefs/future separation plans for Jeannie.
scope= "row" 1 December 2016 – 1 February 2017 Ranae Turner Sacha Horler Temporary witness protection officer assigned post-Atticus Decker's death involved in criminal activities including shootings/kidnappings/trial proceedings resulting in conviction then escape attempts thwarted by law enforcement intervention.
scope= "row" 8 December Detective Geddes Julia Billington Investigates human remains discovery linking Heath Braxton as suspect before confirming victim identity as lost bushwalker resolving initial suspicion narrative arc.
scope= "row" rowspan=5 8 December Prosecutor Alan Dukes Oversees trial against Ranae Turner/syndicate members representing state interests supporting witness testimony including Justin Morgan’s evidence leading toward guilty verdicts while countering defense strategies. Defence Lawyer Leof Kingsford-Smith Challenges prosecution evidence during Ranae Turner trial questioning witness credibility but withdraws allegations under objection. Judge Martin Portus Presides over Ranae Turner trial delivering guilty verdict based on substantial evidence presented. Bailiff Kelly Blanco Maintains courtroom order during trial proceedings. Mossy Sam Lyndon River Boy associate of Heath Braxton facilitating social interactions while monitoring Heath under undisclosed arrangements linked to financial incentives.
scope= "row" 8 December 2016 – 25 April 2018 Nina Gilbert Zoe Naylor Former partner of Justin Morgan confronting past absences impacting daughter Ava's custody dynamics while navigating trust issues relating to witness protection revelations.
scope= "row" rowspan=2 12 December Marco James Caitlin Raffy Morrison overhears derogatory remarks about her family from Marco/Steve related to witness protection status prompting Phoebe Nicholson defending Morgans. Steve Lance Rice
scope= "row" 13 December Frank Oliver Cooney Firefighter responding at Summer Bay Auto fire incident directing civilians away from danger zones.
scope= "row" 15–19 December Carl (Carl Lacey) George Banders Syndicate operative surveilling Morgans post-funeral attempting abduction of Tori Morgan culminating in police intervention.
scope= "row" rowspan=2 19 December Jessica Mauboy (Herself) Performs at Summer Grooves music festival organized by Evelyn MacGuire enhancing event profile. Garbo (Luke Quinton) Syndicate henchman involved in violent abduction attempt against Justin Morgan thwarted by escape.
scope= "row" 19 December 2016 – 30 January 2017 Festival DJ (Flexmami) Provides live DJ entertainment interspersed between band performances supporting Phoebe Nicholson’s festival set. Phoebe's Band (Interim) Accompanies musical performances during Summer Grooves festival appearances.

External links

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