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Surprise!

Episode 1.14
Australia: Friday, October 06, 2006
Written by Chris Anastassiades
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

Cleo is counting the days until her 16th birthday, fully aware that her big day can only be ruined by one thing — another of her father's embarrassing birthday parties. Zane embarks on a hunt for the "sea monster" he saw when he nearly drowned and recruits Lewis to help, but Lewis has promised the girls to do everything he can to keep Zane well away from them and Mako Island.

With: Deborah Coulls as Bev, Alan David Lee as Don, Cleo Massey as Kim, Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Jamie Timony as Nate, Ariu Lang Sio as Wilfred, Christopher Poree as Byron

Note: The first of 13 episodes to be directed by Jeffrey Walker whose acting career included starring roles in two previous Jonathan M Shiff productions Ocean Girl and Thunderstone

The Big Chill

Episode 1.15
Australia: Friday, October 13, 2006
Written by John Armstrong
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

Emma is excelling at her new job at the JuiceNet café but when Wilfred leaves her in charge for an entire weekend, her no nonsense managerial style puts her at odds with her newest employee — Rikki. Miriam becomes the victim of her own scheming when Emma accidentally freezes her in the café's cool room forcing the girls to put aside their differences to defrost Miriam.

With: Ariu Lang Sio as Wilfred, Alice Hunter as Tiffany, Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Annabelle Stephenson as Miriam, James Stewart as Fruit Delivery Guy, Tim McDonald as Bread Delivery Guy

Lovesick

Episode 1.16
Australia: Friday, October 20, 2006
Written by Caroline O'Meara
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

Cleo attracts the attention of a new dolphin at the marine park but rumours about her new boyfriend have her family and friends determined to discover the identity of Cleo's mysterious boyfriend. Events come to a head when Kim overhears Cleo on the phone and comes to the conclusion that she's run away with Zane to elope. Meanwhile, Zane uses Cleo to gain access to the marine park's library to continue his sea monster research.

With: Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Annabelle Stephenson as Miriam, Cleo Massey as Kim, Alan David Lee as Don, Deborah Coulls as Bev, Joss McWilliam as Harrison, Paul Bishop as Mitch

Under the Weather

Episode 1.17
Australia: Friday, October 27, 2006
Written by Max Dann
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

A sudden thunderstorm forces the girls to feign illness to stay home from school but in faking their symptoms too well they attract the attention of doctors eager to study their "rare tropical disease". As the number of people in quarantine grows, Cleo's sister Kim begins to suspect a ruse but a more serious threat develops when a containment unit arrives to take the girls to hospital for study forcing Emma to admit everything.

With: Cleo Massey as Kim, Alan David Lee as Don, Deborah Coulls as Bev, Trent Sullivan as Elliot, Jared Robinsen as Neil, Caroline Kennison as Lisa, Kate Fitzpatrick as Dr Holt, Emelia Burns as Nurse, Eugene Gilfedder as Professor Gorman

Note: A few (just me?) may appreciate the mini Medivac reunion created by the appearances of Caroline Kennison and Eugene Gilfedder

Bad Moon Rising

Episode 1.18
Australia: November 03, 2006
Written by Sam Carroll
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

Haunted by his encounter with the "sea monster", Zane steps up his investigation which leads him to Mako Island. Lewis' efforts to help the girls prepare for the night's full moon go for naught as Rikki catches a glimpses of the full moon causing her to lose control of her powers. Emma, Cleo and Lewis follow her to Mako Island where Zane has already found a distraught Rikki.

With: Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Annabelle Stephenson as Miriam, Jamie Timony as Nate, Alan David Lee as Don, Jared Robinsen as Neil, Caroline Kennison as Lisa, Ariu Lang Sio as Wilfred, Christine Amor as Miss Chatham

Hurricane Angela

Episode 1.19
Australia: November 10, 2006
Written by Anthony Morris
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

The arrival of Cleo and Kim's cousin Angela is seen by the girls' father as an opportunity for Cleo to learn some maturity and responsibility. However, chaperoning a headstrong girl with a fondness for water quickly brings on its challenges, and with a birdnapped pelican added to the mix, makes for an eventfull afternoon. At the end of the day however, Cleo and her sister to begin appreciate one another... if only temporarily.

With: Cleo Massey as Kim, Alan David Lee as Don, Deborah Coulls as Bev, Jade Paskins as Angela, Paul Bishop as Mitch

Hook, Line and Sinker

Episode 1.20
Australia: November 17, 2006
Written by Max Dann
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

Lewis' excitement about testing his new lure in the annual fishing derby is quelled by Cleo's refusal to renew their traditional partnership for fear of getting wet. When Lewis struggles, Cleo decides to use her mermaid powers help Lewis land the "big one" but when he is accussed of cheating, he is kicked out of the competition by Cleo's father and forbidden from seeing her again. Rikki and Zane encounter one another at a business seminar and get trapped on a balcony. The time alone together allows them to get to know one another better, perhaps a little too well when the rain starts falling.

With: Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Jamie Timony as Nate, Alan David Lee as Don, Deborah Coulls as Bev, Joss McWilliam as Harrison, Ariu Lang Sio as Wilfred, Iain Gardiner as Hook-Eye MacKenzie, Noel Sheridan as Fred 'The Fillet'

Red Herring

Episode 1.21
Australia: November 24, 2006
Written by Chris Anastassiades
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

An innocent comment about her dependable nature convinces Emma she needs a change—and what better way to start than to colour her hair. Zane's sea monster investigation leads him to Miss Chatham who he's convinced is at the centre of the mystery. Emma's attempt to protect Miss Chatham's secret provides Zane with his first clear look at a mermaid. Rikki agrees to go out with Zane on the condition he stop his talk about mermaids, an easy deal for Zane to make.

With: Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Christopher Poree as Byron, Annabelle Stephenson as Miriam, Jamie Timony as Nate, Ariu Lang Sio as Wilfred, Teri Haddy as Young Miss Chatham, Christine Amor as Miss Chatham

Fish Out Of Water

Episode 1.22
Australia: December 01, 2006
Written by Max Dann
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

Rikki's date with Zane becomes a subject of speculation for Emma and Cleo. Concerned about Zane's trustfulness, Emma gives Rikki an ultimatum: her and Cleo or Zane. It's a choice Rikki resents being asked to make and it quickly drives a wedge between the girls. Harrison Bennett's unveiling of plans to develop Mako Island realigns feelings as Emma joins Rikki's vocal opposition and Zane takes a stand against his father. Cleo attempts to liberate herself by thinning her wardrobe.

With: Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Jared Robinsen as Neil, Caroline Kennison as Lisa, Joss McWilliam as Harrison, Brigette Paroissien as Candy, Jaala Webster as Housekeeper, Akira Yoshikawa as Mr George Chan, Hsiao-Ling Tang as Mrs Chan, Chantal Li as Emily Chan

In Too Deep

Episode 1.23
Australia: December 08, 2006
Written by Simon Butters
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

History may be repeating itself as Rikki's ability to keep the girls' secret is tested when she discovers a locket identical to Miss Chatham's in a jeweller's shop. She desperately wants the locket but is unable to tell Zane why it is so important. When Miriam buys it first, Rikki's fierce determination to get it back further draws out Zane's suspicions.

With: Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Annabelle Stephenson as Miriam, Alice Hunter as Tiffany, Jamie Timony as Nate, Ariu Lang Sio as Wilfred, Teri Haddy as Young Miss Chatham, Stu Cochrane as Jeweller, Amrita Tarr as Julia, Ashleigh Brewer as Gracie, Brett Sellwood as Karl, Christine Amor as Miss Chatham

Love Potion #9

Episode 1.24
Australia: December 15, 2006
Written by Anthony Morris
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

With the school dance approaching, Emma and Cleo are fretting about having to ask Byron and Lewis to go with them, relying on the boys to make the first move. But Byron doesn't ask Emma, who he thinks is too busy heading up the organising committee, and Lewis is too caught up in his work on a new scientific way to make it easier for the girls to be mermaids by making them waterproof. Only when Cleo leaves for the dance with Nate does Lewis realise his mistake. Has Lewis missed his chance with Cleo and might his untested waterproofing spray ruin the evening for everyone?

With: Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Christopher Poree as Byron, Annabelle Stephenson as Miriam, Alice Hunter as Tiffany, Jamie Timony as Nate, Alan David Lee as Don, Ariu Lang Sio as Wilfred, Christine Amor as Miss Chatham

Dr. Danger

Episode 1.25
Australia: December 22, 2006
Written by Sam Carroll
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

The prospect of going on vacation to a resort with her family doesn't sit well with Emma and her excuses don't go over well with her parents or brother who are all looking forward to their annual trip. The return of marine biologist Dr Denman [episode 8] concerns Lewis and the girls but Zane sees a possible ally (or worse, a competitor) in the search for his mermaid. With Mako Island firmly in Denman's sights, the girls' secret is on the verge of being blown out of the water.

With: Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Trent Sullivan as Elliot, Jared Robinsen as Neil, Caroline Kennison as Lisa, Joss McWilliam as Harrison, Lara Cox as Denman, Chas Green as Greg

A Twist in the Tail

Episode 1.26
Australia: December 29, 2006
Written by Philip Dalkin
Directed by Jeffrey Walker

The hunt for the now identified mermaids intensifies as Dr Denman sets a trap for the girls at Mako Island forcing Zane to make a decision about where his loyalties lie. A lunar eclipse gives the girls an opportunity to free themselves from further pursuit by sacrificing their powers.

With: Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Caroline Kennison as Lisa, Joss McWilliam as Harrison, Lara Cox as Denman, Chas Green as Greg, Steve Hartman as Crew Member #1, Christine Amor as Miss Chatham