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In Volume 7, an upheaval in the Taylor family results in a career changing decision. JJ and O’Reilly vie for the top C.I. job and Det. Sen. Sgt. Cameron (Terry Donovan) joins the Riverside team. Georgiou and Alison’s wedding plans are interrupted while Tony and Claire present O’Reilly with his first grandchild. Amanda is seconded to C.I. and Baker finds love.

Episode 157

W: Peter Kinloch
D: David E Charles

Valerie is wracked with guilt after Claire has an accident in the Johnson's kitchen. Alison and Mike return from Adelaide having decided to get married. The detectives investigate a series of violent attacks against a union leader but with the man receiving psychiatric care, they have doubts about how much truth there is to his reports. Glenn takes time off after Pamela's father is admitted to intensive care.©tzuk

Starring: Peter Adams as Jeff Johnson, Paula Duncan as Danni Francis, Joanna Lockwood as Valerie Close, George Mallaby as Glenn Taylor, Terry Norris as Eric O'Reilly, John Orcsik as Mike Georgiou, Gregory Ross as Tony Benjamin, Lynda Stoner as Amanda King, Gil Tucker as Roy Baker, Rowena Wallace as Pamela Taylor

With: Diane Craig as Alison Finley, Jo-Anne Moore as Gayle, Louise Philip as Claire, Walter Sullivan as Edmund Eliot-Smith; Gerard Kennedy as Frank Brady, Veronica Lang as Sue Brady, William Garner as Norm Haywood, Kirk Alexander as Steve Brenner, Sue Jones as Karen Haywood

Note: Walter Sullivan appears only in flashbacks

Episode 158

W: Jim Simmonds
D: David E Charles

Following an attempted bombing, the detectives take a deeper look into the union's finances and its leader's private affairs. Pamela and Glenn break the news to Gayle that her grandfather has died. After learning Valerie has been opening his mail, JJ has a special package delivered to the house to tempt his Pandora. Pamela wants to leave Riverside as soon as possible — with or without Glenn. At a crossroads, Glenn decides to quit the police force.©tzuk

With: Diane Craig as Alison Finley, Jo-Anne Moore as Gayle; Gerard Kennedy as Frank Brady, Veronica Lang as Sue Brady, William Garner as Norm Haywood, Kirk Alexander as Steve Brenner, Sue Jones as Karen Haywood, Frank Wilson as Supt. Ray Clarke, Ken Snodgrass as Mr McLean

Note: George Mallaby, Rowena Wallace, and Jo-Anne Moore depart

Episode 159

W: George Somers
D: Robert Francis

Eric and JJ wait for word on Glenn's replacement. Hoping to help JJ land the promotion, Valerie tries to improve his image by making him drink his beer out of a glass, hosting a dinner party, and buying JJ an expensive suit. The detectives investigate attacks against a probation officer while a man released from prison finds out his wife is involved with his brother. Amanda tires of the constant unfavourable comparisons to Danni and Claire is forced to go into hospital.©tzuk

Starring: Peter Adams as Jeff Johnson, Paula Duncan as Danni Francis, Joanna Lockwood as Valerie Close, Terry Norris as Eric O'Reilly, John Orcsik as Mike Georgiou, Gregory Ross as Tony Benjamin, Lynda Stoner as Amanda King, Gil Tucker as Roy Baker

With: Diane Craig as Alison Finley, Louise Philip as Claire; Isobel Kirk as Olivia Foley, Peter Corbett as David Hobbs, Lulu Pinkus as Linda Hobbs, David Cameron as Martin Sealey, John Wood as John Price, William Gluth as Graham Hobbs, Graham Matters as Ray Bartlett, Sharyn Cambridge as Shop Assistant, Joyce Ashley as Mrs Wilson, Margaret Barrington as Old Lady

Episode 160

W: Colin Eggleston
D: Robert Francis

While Mike and Amanda investigate the shooting of the ex-con's brother, JJ feels like he's dodged a bullet when he doesn't get Glenn's job. Eric lands the job on a temporary basis and sets his sights on a permanent placement. Following on, Tony takes over the Uniform Branch from Eric. Eric's penchant for paperwork helps solve a string of crimes but takes its toll on JJ. Alison agrees to meet with her ex who is determined to have her back.©tzuk

With: Diane Craig as Alison Finley, Louise Philip as Claire, Kevin Summers as Ralph Finley; Isobel Kirk as Olivia Foley, Peter Corbett as David Hobbs, Lulu Pinkus as Linda Hobbs, John Wood as John Price, William Gluth as Graham Hobbs, Hamish Hughes as Charlie Maxwell

Note: credited as Charlie Maxwell, Hamish Hughes' character is called Eddie Maxwell in the episode

Episode 161

W: Michael Joshua
D: Robert Meillon

Mike is called upon to help track down an escaped prisoner given his history with the family. JJ is frustrated by having Eric as his boss and is prepared to put in for a transfer if he gets the job permanently. Eric is also having trouble adjusting to working in Criminal Investigation. Valerie wants to organise a party for Mike and Alison's wedding. While in town, Lorna reconnects with Eric. Alison gets a restraining order against her ex, Ralph. It does not work. Fleeing an argument with Ralph, Alison is struck by a car outside Mike's house. She dies in hospital.©tzuk

With: Diane Craig as Alison, Moya O'Sullivan as Lorna Close, Kevin Summers as Ralph Finley; Bunney Brooke as Hilda Preston, Sean Scully as Wayne Preston, Frank Gallacher as Vince Reed, Christine Amor as Sharon Vernon, Jack Mobbs as Steve Gorman, John Dibbs as Bill Spencer, William Tyrell as Mr Marshall

Episode 162

W: David Boutland
D: Robert Meillon

JJ is determined to find Ralph Finley before Mike does. The mother of escaped crim Wayne Preston says he'll give himself up but only to Mike. However, Preston is planning to kill Mike as payback for putting him in prison. Danni returns. News of Alison's death hits her hard, as it has Valerie, and she tries to be of comfort to Mike. JJ finds Finley but without anything to charge him with, JJ tells him to leave town for his own safety. With all the focus on Mike, Claire feels forgotten in hospital. JJ and Eric have it out over the running of the CI unit.©tzuk

With: Moya O'Sullivan as Lorna Close, Louise Philip as Claire, Kevin Summers as Ralph Finley; Bunney Brooke as Hilda Preston, Sean Scully as Wayne Preston, Frank Gallacher as Vince Reed, Christine Amor as Sharon Vernon, Maurie Fields as Cliff Morgan, Robyn Cuming as Minister

Note: Paula Duncan returns having been absent since episode 152

Episode 163

W: Terry Stapleton
D: David E Charles

JJ is disappointed to be passed over for head of CI. To make matters worse, Valerie makes him break the news to Eric who had his heart set on the job. Mike and Danni investigate a series of robberies while Roy hauls in two youth, one nude, running wild in a local park. Det Snr Sgt Vic Cameron arrives at Riverside but his reputation as a stickler could not be further from reality. He arrives a bitter, broken man after two recent family tragedies. Vic's aggressive approach with the father of a young arsonist allows JJ to solve the robbery cases.©tzuk

Starring Peter Adams as Jeff Johnson, Terence Donovan as Vic Cameron, Paula Duncan as Danni Francis, Joanna Lockwood as Valerie Close, Terry Norris as Eric O'Reilly, John Orcsik as Mike Georgiou, Gregory Ross as Tony Benjamin, Lynda Stoner as Amanda King, Gil Tucker as Roy Baker

With: Leila Hayes as Mrs Ward, Matthew Wilson as Desmond, Greg Stroud as Skeeter, Frank Wilson as Supt. Clarke, David Downer as Frank Mitchell, Vic Gordon as Godfrey, Alberto Vila as Marcello, Jon Finlayson as Leslie Sampson, Steven Millichamp as Arnold, Edward Fitzgerald as Andy

Note: Terence Donovan joins the main cast as Vic Cameron

Episode 164

W: Terry Stapleton
D: David E Charles

JJ is tipped off about the return to town of the mastermind behind a big payroll robbery seven years prior. The man avoided arrest at the time and JJ believes he's back to collect the money. In reality he's returned to help his drug-addicted daughter who has been used as a pawn to lure him out of hiding. Vic takes JJ off the case believing he's operating behind his back. Meanwhile, Valerie invites Vic over for dinner, Claire is welcomed home from hospital, and Vic's sister tries to light a fire under him if not for his sake then for that of his daughter.©tzuk

Starring Peter Adams as Jeff Johnson, Liz Burch as Liz Cameron, Terence Donovan as Vic Cameron, Paula Duncan as Danni Francis, Joanna Lockwood as Valerie Close, Terry Norris as Eric O'Reilly, John Orcsik as Mike Georgiou, Gregory Ross as Tony Benjamin, Lynda Stoner as Amanda King, Gil Tucker as Roy Baker

With: Liz Burch as Liz Cameron, Penny Iles as Kate Cameron, Louise Philip as Claire; Robert Brunning as Eddie Anderson, Alister Smart as Sharkey, Ernie Bourne as Phonse, Kerry Armstrong as Marlene Anderson, Bruce Kilpatrick as The Dealer, Shane Bourne as Simon Walker, Michael Evans as Jules, Kathy Gordon as Janie

Note: Liz Burch joins the main cast as Liz Cameron, Vic's sister (she is also listed in the end credits with the re-occuring cast) and Penny Iles debuts as his daughter, Kate Cameron

Episode 165

W: Ray Kolle
D: Bill Hughes

The excitement around a shared lottery win evaporates when one man denies the other's claim for failing to chip in for that week's ticket. When the second man is assaulted, Riverside CI becomes involved. Valerie overdoses on hot toddies while battling a cold. Liz wants Vic to put his daughter Kate in a boarding school. Danni receives a letter from Glenn from France. Valerie has designs on her and JJ finally having a honeymoon in Surfers Paradise, he even comes through with plans — for a trip to the casino in Hobart. Vic asks Danni for advice on fitting in with the team and on keeping Amanda in CI.©tzuk

With: Penny Iles as Kate Cameron, Louise Philip as Claire; Martin Phelan as Larry Bennett, Tim Burns as Steve Hall, Rod Mullinar as Mitch Mitchell, Dina Mann as Laurel Drummond, Joan Letch as June Hall, Hugh Wade as Kevin Flynn, Jack Perry as Tom Hall

Episode 166

W: Jim Simmonds
D: Bill Hughes

The lottery winner is attacked in his home and a third of his winnings are stolen. He loses another third to an old debt and is convinced by JJ and Vic to gift half of what's left to the family of the now-deceased co-winner. JJ and Valerie argue about who will get to concede to the other's preferred honeymoon destination. Eric relents to Amanda being seconded to CI full-time. Vic's colleagues begin to meet his family. Claire goes into labour.©tzuk

With: Penny Iles as Kate Cameron, Louise Philip as Claire; Martin Phelan as Larry Bennett, Tim Burns as Steve Hall, Rod Mullinar as Mitch Mitchell, Dina Mann as Laurel Drummond, Joan Letch as June Hall, Hugh Wade as Kevin Flynn, John Dale as Doctor Swift

Episode 167

W: Colin Eggleston
D: Robert Meillon

A reckless driver forces his mate to take the blame when pulled over. The pair are suspected in a series of high-society robberies but the higher-ups caution Vic to proceed carefully due to the driver's family being one of note. Riverside is thrown into disarray when Tony and Eric rush to the hospital to be with Claire. Eric triumphantly announces the birth of his granddaughter to his colleagues who are gathered in Vic's hotel room to await the news. Roy feels passed over by Amanda's promotion to CI.©tzuk

With: Louise Philip as Claire; Brandon Burke as Kenny Powell, Gary Gray as Jonathan Stafford, Barbara Llewellyn as Diane Shaw, Biony Behets as Felicity Stafford, Simon Chilvers as Richard Stafford, Bryon Williams as Alf Riordan, Anne Henderson as Nurse - 1, George Dixon as Doctor, Margaret Young as Nurse - 2

Episode 168

W: Peter Kinloch
D: Robert Francis

Scholarship law student Kenny Powell is again on the hook for his rich mate's crimes as the detectives look at him for the society robberies. Mike and JJ try to shift focus to Powell's mate but his father puts up roadblocks. The uncovering of an affair breaks the case wide open. Meanwhile, Roy enrols in a computer dating service, Claire and Tony decide on a name for their baby, and Valerie is both learning French and playing matchmaker.©tzuk

With: Louise Philip as Claire; Brandon Burke as Kenny Powell, Gary Gray as Jonathan Stafford, Barbara Llewellyn as Diane Shaw, Biony Behets as Felicity Stafford, Simon Chilvers as Richard Stafford, Bryon Williams as Alf Riordan, Nano Nagle as Nurse - 3, Lloyd Cunnington as Frank Oldfield, Douglas Drury as Mr Norris, Olivia Doidge as Prudence Jane Marion, Marilyn Vernon as Sultry Vamp

Episode 169

W: Luis Bayonas
D: David E Charles

Tony and Eric accuse Claire of being overly protective of baby Prue. Tony and Roy break up a punch-up in a parking lot leading to the discovery of a blackmarket trade in driver's licences. The scheme targets recent migrants sending Mike undercover. Hoping for a simple job to tide him over until his vacation, JJ gets saddled with an increasingly complicated stolen car file. When Vic enrols his daughter in a boarding school, she confides in her new headmistress that she doesn't think her father loves her. JJ and Valerie's honeymoon destination is resolved, maybe. Liz tries to get Roy to change his manner of speaking. The pair are getting close and go out on a date.©tzuk

With: Kerri Eichhorn as Susan Maynard, Penny Iles as Kate Cameron, Louise Philip as Claire; Shane Porteous as Brian Fitzpatrick, Rosalie Fletcher as Carol Fitzpatrick, George Spartels as Claudio Gustoni, Nina Black as Maria Gustoni, Les James as Tom Griffiths, Burt Cooper as Larry Dalton, John Proper as Ernie Lucas, Olivia Doidge as Prue

Episode 170

W: Leon Saunders
D: David E Charles

Claire is struggling to cope with the new baby and is frustrating Tony by refusing to drive with baby Prue in the car. JJ's stolen car investigation unearths an unreported assault and a act of vengeance. He nearly misses leaving for his honeymoon when he is held at gunpoint. Roy's coworkers tease him about his new girlfriend unaware he is seeing Vic's sister. Kate's headmistress, Susan Maynard, wants to meet with Vic to discuss how she's settling in. Mike's informant in bashed.©tzuk

With: Kerri Eichhorn as Susan Maynard, Moya O'Sullivan as Lorna Close, Louise Philip as Claire; Shane Porteous as Brian Fitzpatrick, Rosalie Fletcher as Carol Fitzpatrick, Penny Downie as Gillian Croft, Ian Smith as Doctor Whithers, Ken Snodgrass as Eddie Hodges

Note: Ian Smith appeared in episode 144 playing another doctor

Episode 171

W: Ray Kolle
D: Mark DeFriest

Mike's car is smashed while he's checking on his informant. A brazen bank robbery looks to be the work of a former employee who has struggled to cope since being the victim of a holdup himself. The thief tries to launder the dye-stained bank notes giving Amanda the chance to go undercover. Liz passes on a collection of stolen women's undergarments to the police. Despite Vic's efforts of avoidance, Susan Maynard meets with Vic to tell him about Kate's feelings towards him.©tzuk

With: Kerri Eichhorn as Susan Maynard, Moya O'Sullivan as Lorna Close, Louise Philip as Claire; Chris Haywood as Peter Meadows, Judith Woodroofe as Helen Bailey, Tony Llewellyn-Jones as Neil Bailey, Tommy Dysart as Don Morgan, Betty Bobbitt as Peggy Morgan, Geoff Collins as Gary Burns, John Bowman as Bob Grattan, Alan Rowe as James Cole, Malcolm Phillips as Jack Collins

Episode 172

W: Beverley Phillips
D: Mark DeFriest

The detectives search for an accomplice to the robbery when the punter who tipped the police to the stolen money is run down in the street. The man and his wife want the reward money and contact a reporter who writes a story dredging up Vic's past. Eric thinks he might be in the way living with Tony and Claire. The station is beset by women looking to retrieve their stolen underwear. Lorna convinces Claire to accept help in caring for Prue. Mike meets with an ex-cop who was driven out of the force by accusations of corruption with the aim of taking down a crime boss.©tzuk

With: Moya O'Sullivan as Lorna Close, Louise Philip as Claire; Chris Haywood as Peter Meadows, Judith Woodroofe as Helen Bailey, Tony Llewellyn-Jones as Neil Bailey, Tommy Dysart as Don Morgan Betty Bobbitt as Peggy Morgan, Mark Edwards as Alan McMahon, Garry Meadows as Fred Thornfield, John Egan as Ted (Bikie), Margot Knight as Girl - 1, Janine O'Donnell as Girl - 2, Zigi Barrett as Prue Benjamin

Episode 173

W: Gwenda Marsh
D: Julian Pringle

Mike's desire to help ex-cop Alan McMahon is challenged by the discovery he's working for racketeer Jim Coghlan. The attack on Coghlan's stand-over man only causes more strife for the locals. When Lorna invites Eric to stay the night with her at Valerie's while the Johnsons are on vacation it gives Eric cause to consider moving out on his own. Answering to reports of a nude sunbather, Roy brings in the offender — a mannequin. Roy can't work up the nerve to tell Vic he's dating Liz but Danni guesses the truth.©tzuk

With: Mark Edwards as Alan McMahon, Kerri Eichhorn as Susan Maynard, Moya O'Sullivan as Lorna Close, Louise Philip as Claire; Colleen Hewett as Jill Wightman, Richard Moir as Mark Doyle, Terry Gill as Oliver 'Tiger' Brown, Denise Drysdale as Josie Brown, Vincent Ball as David Hammond, Keith Eden as Ernie Cummings, Babs Wheelton as Nance Cummings, Brian McDermott as Jim Coghlan, Noel Browne as Lou Baxter, Stefan Denis as Theo Tahir, John Rohan as Tom Williams

Episode 174

W: Patrick Edgeworth
D: Julian Pringle

When a young woman is forced into prostitution, the detectives try to find someone willing to talk to bring down the protection racket. Vic opens up to Susan about his and Kate's past and the tragedy that ended his last relationship. Eric is baffled by his inability to balance the accounts. Liz tells Vic she's dating Roy.©tzuk

With: Mark Edwards as Alan McMahon, Kerri Eichhorn as Susan Maynard, Moya O'Sullivan as Lorna Close, Louise Philip as Claire; Colleen Hewett as Jill Wightman, Richard Moir as Mark Doyle, Vincent Ball as David Hammond, Brian McDermott as Jim Coghlan, Terry Gill as Oliver 'Tiger' Brown, Denise Drysdale as Josie Brown, Keith Eden as Ernie Cummings, Babs Wheelton as Nance Cummings, John Rohan as Tom Williams

Episode 175

W: Jim Simmonds
D: Robert Meillon

Jeff and Valerie return from their honeymoon to the Gold Coast. Racketeer Jim Coghlan drops in at the station. His visit coincides with a bombing giving him the perfect alibi. Vic tasks JJ with reining in Mike as he searches for someone willing to testify against Coghlan. An old army mate of Vic's asks him to track down an elite soldier who has gone AWOL after being refused reenlistment due to his age. Roy brings Liz to dinner at Eric and the Benjamins.©tzuk

With: Brian McDermott as Jim Coghlan, Moya O'Sullivan as Lorna Close, Louise Philip as Claire; Peter Cummins as Sgt. Jack Hamilton, Kim Krejus as Sharon Hamilton, Bruce Myles as Colonel Reginald McCaig, Matthew King as Andrew Perry, Jan Friedl as Christine Hamilton, Diana Greentree as Kerry Burnett, Bruce Clarkson as Gerry Parsons, Roy Edmunds as Security Guard - 1 [Mr Nelson], Terry Trimble as Jeweller

Episode 176

W: Colin Eggleston
D: Robert Meillon

The search for the soldier takes on a new urgency when he begins shooting. He holes up in a warehouse initiating a stand-off with police. Mike's car is ambushed as he is bringing a prisoner back to provide evidence against Coghlan. Vic promises to take his daughter to the ballet but hears it from Liz when he misses the date. City-mouse Eric and country-mouse Lorna are separated when she returns home.©tzuk

With: Kerri Eichhorn as Susan Maynard [uncredited], Brian McDermott as Jim Coghlan, Moya O'Sullivan as Lorna Close; Peter Cummins as Sgt. Jack Hamilton, Kim Krejus as Sharon Hamilton, Bruce Myles as Colonel Reginald McCaig, Matthew King as Andrew Perry, John Rohan as Tom Williams, Peter Flemingham as Charlie Burnett

Episode 177

W: Michael Joshua
D: David E. Charles

Roadblocks are set up to catch a pair of robbers who made off with $300,000 in old bank notes. Eric's keen eye and Roy's quick actions leads to their capture but the search is on for a third man and some unrecovered money. That man's nephew is later abducted by the criminal who set up the heist to get the missing money. Kate invites Roy and Liz to join her and her father for an indoor picnic lunch. Valerie wants to show JJ's old mate the joys of married life but JJ's not on the same page. JJ is concerned about Eric's health.©tzuk

With: Kerri Eichhorn as Susan Maynard, Penny Iles as Kate Cameron, Louise Philip as Claire; Darius Perkins as Jezza, Beverley Dunn as Jean Stewart, Graeme Blundell as Barry Gilmore, Brian Wenzel as Don Callaghan Kerry Francis as Larry Delaney, Paul Young as Max Price, Will Deumer as Frank Nash

Episode 178

W: Peter Kinloch
D: David E. Charles

JJ blames Danni's "maternal instincts" for her not apprehending one of the kidnappers when given the chance. Detectives later catch the kidnapper trying to recover the money while his girlfriend flees their hideout with the missing boy in tow. Danni locates the pair and makes the arrest earning accolades in the press and an offer for a job on a special assignments squad. Meanwhile, Roy asks Liz to help him look for a place of his own, Claire confides in Valerie about her concern for her father's health, and JJ's mate has his drunken proposal rejected.©tzuk

With: Kerri Eichhorn as Susan Maynard, Louise Philip as Claire; Darius Perkins as Jezza, Beverley Dunn as Jean Stewart, Graeme Blundell as Barry Gilmore, Brian Wenzel as Don Callaghan Kerry Francis as Larry Delaney, Paul Young as Max Price, Kirsty Child as Lois Jennings, Paul Glen as Barman (Duke of York), Zigi Barrett as Prue Benjamin

Episode 179

W: Ray Kolle
D: Robert Francis, David Nettheim

Danni doesn't take kindly to Mike and JJ's chauvinistic attitude toward her promotion. A protest by unemployed youth turns violent with Roy caught in the middle and knocked unconscious. Liz knows the presumed assailant and clashes with Vic after paying the man's bail. Valerie longs for a job but JJ continues to put his foot down. Susan asks for Vic's help finding the person propositioning students with anonymous notes. Claire discovers her father has a heart condition and asks JJ to talk to him. Eric admits his stress comes from living with Clair and Tony.©tzuk

With: Kerri Eichhorn as Susan Maynard, Penny Iles as Kate Cameron, Louise Philip as Claire; Ian Gilmour as Russell Hewitt, Keith Reid as Charles 'Chassa' Cook, Gillian Hyde as Ginny Curwood, John Arnold as Norman 'Swampy' Marsh, Barry Donnelly as Mr Porter

Episode 180

W: Anne Brooksbank
D: Robert Francis, David Nettheim

JJ and Mike investigate an arson at the panel beating shop at the centre of the youth protest. When Valerie passes on to Claire Eric's feelings of being left out, Claire comes up with the idea of playing matchmaker for Eric and Lorna. The media latches on to the arson case, with Liz's involvement a salacious detail. A health inspection closes down the employment centre and Liz's friend is assaulted. Eric is perturbed by the escalating cost of meals. Kate tells Susan her father is not the "marrying kind". Danni turns down the promotion.©tzuk

With: Kerri Eichhorn as Susan Maynard, Penny Iles as Kate Cameron, Louise Philip as Claire; Ian Gilmour as Russell Hewitt, Keith Reid as Charles 'Chassa' Cook, Gillian Hyde as Ginny Curwood, John Arnold as Norman 'Swampy' Marsh, Barry Donnelly as Mr Porter, Ivor Bowyer as Reporter - 1, Anthony Hawkins as Health Inspector, Kathy Gordon as School Girl - 1, Catherine Lyall as School Girl - 2

Episode 181

W: Terry Stapleton
D: Gary Conway

A major investigation is launched after a bystander is killed when an attempt is made on the life of a crusading MP who has accused senior police officers of being involved in the drug trade. Danni goes undercover as a student when Riverside CI looks into the lurid notes left at Susan's school. Valerie agrees to do the neighbours a small favour by looking after their large dog while they are on vacation. Valerie hounds JJ to get her magazines delivered and Lorna's arrival adds to the busy household. ©tzuk

With: Moya O'Sullivan as Lorna Close; Alfred Bell as Philip Hardy, Max Meldrum as Julian Chester, Adrian Wright as Lenny Russell, Peter Hepworth as Tim Daley, Cornelia Frances as Ruth Coleman, Helen Hemingway as Roxy, Judith McGrath as Jane Hardy, Kenneth Goodlet as Det. Sen. Sgt. Brian Kelly, Rod McLennan as Joe Boyd, Barry Pierce as Ray Simpson, Douglas Drury as Warren Hardy

Episode 182

W: Terry Stapleton
D: Gary Conway

A brutal second killing brings a visit from a retired police superintendent. He reveals the killings are part of an ongoing power struggle within a criminal organisation running an underground gambling den. In advance of Prue's christening, Claire gets emotional reflecting on the loss of her mother. Liz chastises Vic about his slow approach with Susan, pushing him to ask her out. Jaws solves the mystery of Valerie's missing magazines. Lorna surprises Valerie with her decision to go traveling overseas while Eric works up the nerve to asks Lorna to marry him.©tzuk

With: Kerri Eichhorn as Susan Maynard, Moya O'Sullivan as Lorna Close, Louise Philip as Claire; Alfred Bell as Philip Hardy, Max Meldrum as Julian Chester, Adrian Wright as Lenny Russell, Peter Hepworth as Tim Daley, Helen Hemingway as Roxy, Cornelia Frances as Ruth Coleman, Rod McLennan as Joe Boyd, Judith McGrath as Jane Hardy, Michael Duffield as Digby, Carl Bleazby as Jack Rogers, Ted Ogden as Father Moran, Wayne Coates as Barry, Zigi Barrett as Prue Benjamin