Tom Scully (Neighbours)

Neighbours
Company type	Television series
Industry	Television
Founded	March 18, 1985; 41 years ago
Area served	Australia
Website	www.neighbours.com.au

Svetlanka Ristic

Svetlanka Ristic, played by Deidre Rubenstein, is introduced as the mother of Liljana Bishop, making her first appearance on 13 February 2004. Characterized as "scheming," Svetlanka and her spouse operated a vineyard located in Perth. She finds it difficult to accept Liljana’s relocation to Melbourne and uncovers financial troubles within the family. Attempting to manipulate Liljana emotionally, Svetlanka even feigns heart ailments but ultimately faces rejection. She threatens to disclose Liljana’s teenage pregnancy, a secret supported by David, which leads to Svetlanka’s departure.

Upon her return, Svetlanka offers $100,000, sparking discord between Liljana and David. She shares a brief kiss with Harold Bishop but is asked to leave after her monetary proposal is refused. Subsequently, she disapproves of the relationship between her grandson Luka Dokich and granddaughter Serena Bishop. Svetlanka reveals that Luka is actually Liljana’s son given up for adoption, igniting family tensions. Following Liljana’s death in a plane crash, Svetlanka is unable to attend the funeral due to overwhelming grief.

Gus Cleary

Gus Cleary, portrayed by Ben Barrack, made his debut on 17 February 2004. A friend of Max Hoyland, Gus hails from an affluent background but battles mental health challenges, including schizophrenia. Before arriving in Erinsborough, he worked on an oil rig and soon begins manipulating Max’s family while dating Izzy Hoyland despite exhibiting possessive tendencies.

Gus’s unstable conduct intensifies; he secretly drugs Max with sedatives and hides inside the Hoylands’ residence. After being institutionalized in a psychiatric facility, he reappears at Izzy’s wedding and vanishes following a confrontation with Max. Ultimately, Gus is killed by Paul Robinson during the Lassiter's fire in 2004. He later appears in flashbacks during Paul’s confessions in 2007 and 2014.

Allan Steiger

Senior Sergeant Allan Steiger, brought to life by Joseph Clements, first appeared on 4 March 2004. Initially introduced as a police officer and self-defence trainer, Allan’s storyline expanded with the arrival of his daughter Pepper Steiger and his romantic involvement with Janelle Timmins.

Known for his firm demeanor, Allan frequently clashes with younger officers such as Stuart Parker. He leads investigations into significant incidents including the Lassiter's fire and false accusations against David Bishop. Throughout various family challenges—including Pepper’s engagement and stalking ordeal—Allan remains supportive. After contracting malaria during an assignment in the Solomon Islands, he returns home, proposes to Janelle, and they marry before moving north.

Stingray Timmins

Stingray Timmins, played by Ben Nicholas, first appeared on 11 March 2004 as the youngest child of Janelle and Kim Timmins. Nicholas was cast soon after auditioning and described joining the series as "a dream come true."

Tom Scully

Tom Scully, portrayed by Andrew Larkins, debuted on 5 May 2004 as Joe Scully’s younger brother and a Catholic priest who becomes romantically involved with Susan Kennedy. Their relationship stirred controversy when Tom left the priesthood for Susan.

Returning in 2007 as Principal of Erinsborough High, Tom faces tension due to his history with Susan and conflicting educational approaches. Recognizing Susan’s feelings for Karl Kennedy, Tom resigns and departs for Ireland.

Olivia McPherson

Olivia "Mac" McPherson, portrayed by Silvia de Crespigny, made her debut on 3 June 2004. A police officer with a hidden wild side, Olivia juggles relationships with Jack Scully and Stuart Parker while secretly involved in corruption and substance abuse.

Her narrative involves orchestrating fake robberies to support her extravagant habits, which leads to Stuart exposing her illegal activities. Ultimately, Olivia opts for redemption before leaving the series.

Lana Crawford

Lana Crawford, played by Bridget Neval, was introduced on 31 August 2004 as the first openly lesbian character on Neighbours. Lana is known for sharing the show's inaugural on-screen lesbian kiss with Sky Mangel and is related to Sindi Watts as her cousin.

Luka Dokich

Luka Dokich, enacted by Keelan O'Hehir, appeared starting 14 September 2004. Luka is the biological son of Liljana Bishop, given up for adoption at birth. He arrives seeking family ties but unknowingly becomes involved romantically with his half-sister Serena Bishop until their kinship is uncovered.

He faces challenges related to his identity due to his upbringing and departs town after making peace with Liljana.

Jeremy Levi

Jeremy Levi, portrayed by Roger Neave, first appeared on 21 September 2004 as a psychiatrist at Erinsborough Hospital. He provides therapeutic support to several main characters including Izzy Hoyland, Boyd Hoyland—whom he diagnoses with adolescent schizophrenia—Sindi Watts (paranoia), Stephanie Scully (mental competency evaluation), Nicola West (paranoia), Zeke Kinski (fugue state), and Miranda Parker (mental health assessment). Jeremy also aids Karl Kennedy with insomnia issues and performs psychological evaluations related to surrogacy arrangements.

Lucia Cammeniti

Lucia Cammeniti, played by Maria Mercedes, entered the storyline on 2 November 2004 as Carmella Cammeniti’s authoritative mother who assumes control of the family enterprises during Rocco Cammeniti’s incarceration.

Firm in her traditional beliefs, Lucia pushes daughter Rosetta toward an arranged marriage and challenges Carmella's romantic choices. She financially backs Rosetta’s wedding despite friction linked to Rocco’s prison release. Lucia encourages Carmella to reconcile with Oliver Barnes but respects Carmella’s decision when she chooses to move forward independently.

Janelle Timmins

Janelle Timmins, portrayed by Nell Feeney, is the head of the Timmins household and mother to Dylan, Stingray, Janae, and Bree Timmins. Debuting on 11 November 2004, Janelle is depicted as a straightforward, down-to-earth woman from the countryside.

Others

Date(s)	Character	Actor	Context
23 January 2004–30 July 2007	Stanford Mundy	Michael Quinn	Stanford serves as a surgeon at Erinsborough Hospital and works alongside Karl Kennedy. He conducts a paternity test involving Paul Robinson and Oliver Barnes, confirming they are not biologically related.
4 April	Ryan Swan	Patrick Williams	Ryan visits a local lake on the opening day of Duck Hunting Season accompanied by his father John. Sky Mangel identifies John as responsible for her mother's death during a protest and confronts him. John contemplates giving up hunting.
6 April	Sally Jeffries	Isabella Stephenson	Sally, who is Lisa Jeffries’ younger sister, celebrates her birthday with entertainment from Gus Cleary performing as a clown; however, his act fails to impress.
13 April 2004–14 January 2005	Madeleine Lee	Madison Lu	Madeleine, born in New Zealand to Lori Lee and Connor O'Neill, faces health challenges early on. After Lori struggles with care, Connor steps in to look after Madeleine and finances surgery for a severe ear infection.
4 June 2004–2 February 2005	Krystal	Estelle Andrewartha	Krystal works as a personal trainer who coaches David Bishop and persuades Boyd Hoyland to take up bodybuilding. She introduces human growth hormones into Boyd’s regimen, but he quits upon realizing her manipulative tactics.
28 June–5 July	Therese Bray	Susan Turner	Therese is employed at the local Catholic church but resigns after overhearing private conversations involving Tom Scully and Susan Kennedy.
28 July 2004–25 February 2005	Caleb Wilson	Joss Kasper	Caleb, son of a wealthy businessman, meets Summer Hoyland at a resort. They briefly date before Caleb pressures Summer for more commitment; he later ends their relationship abruptly.
6, 13 September	Krishneel Nand	Curtis Fernandez	Serving as Nina Tucker's personal assistant, Krishneel manages logistical arrangements during their stay on Ramsay Street.
13–14 September 2004, 7 December 2021–present	Rhonda Del Rubio	Rebekah Robertson	Rhonda acts as legal counsel for Karl Kennedy during his divorce from Susan Kennedy. She also provides marriage counselling services to prominent characters like Paul Robinson and Terese Willis, navigating complex relationship issues.
15 September–19 October	Travis Dean	Adrian Foley	Travis becomes involved in territorial disputes with Boyd Hoyland that escalate into arson. Following his arrest, Travis withdraws an excessive force claim after receiving legal advice from Toadfish Rebecchi.
27 September–30 November	Brendan Bond	Michael Wahr	Brendan dates Lana Crawford at Erinsborough High School. Upon Lana revealing her preference for women, Brendan responds with homophobic remarks.
7 October	Buffy Only	Laura Gordon	Editor of the underground gay magazine Leichen, Buffy interacts with Sky Mangel and Lana Crawford regarding their comic strip submission and briefly dates Lana.
17–29 November	Nick Sullivan	Angus Grant	Partner of Lori Lee who clashes with Connor O'Neill over family issues; Lori ends their relationship after Nick insists she move to Adelaide.
24 November 2004–1 February 2005	Doreen Cassidy	Anne Phelan	Sister of Charlie Cassidy who supports the family through Charlie’s illness and passing, encouraging reconciliation among relatives.
1 December 2004–12 January 2005	Georgina Harris	Adrienne Smith	Georgina forms a connection with Lana Crawford at school events following Lana's coming out as lesbian; their brief friendship ends when Lana leaves for Canada.
10 December 2004–1 February 2005	Michael CassidyTemplate:Anchor Michael Cassidy	Template:Unwrap David Paterson	Son of Charlie Cassidy who experiences familial tensions after his father's illness and death; he eventually reconciles with Lyn Scully and Stephanie Scully.

External links

Complete cast and characters on the Internet Movie Database