Heartbreak High: episode guide


Episode 53

Written by Greg Millin; Directed by Catherine Millar

Sam Robinson makes an unexpected return to Hartley High as a substitute teacher. Effie does not know how to respond to Bart's request for a kiss. Roberto volunteers to help Con run Shark Pool but alienates the customers when he raises the prices.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Hugh Baldwin as Graham; Jon Pollard as Bolton; Ryan Lappin as Batholomew.

Episode 54

Written by Tim Gooding; Directed by Catherine Millar

Katerina turns up unexpectedly at the warehouse and attempts to blackmail Peter into starting a relationship with her by using her newfound knowledge of his affair with Sam. Steve asks Jodie to be his photography model for a term project. Effie and Bart hit a snag in their relationship.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Ryan Lappin as Batholomew; Tony Villis as Nino Peroni; Jamie Cohen as Boy 1; Grant Noy as Boy 2; Josephine Hayllar as Stephanie; Jackqueline Perrett as Monique; Polly Priday as Germaine.

Episode 55

Written by Carol Williams; Directed by Andrew Prowse

When Steve pays his mother an unexpected visit, he discovers that he has a half-sister; Matt borrows Peter's car to go to the beach but the car is stolen when Allie has to be taken to the hospital after a surfing accident. Katerina tries to get the better of Sam during her self defence course.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Jan Merriman as Lorraine; Sean Garlick as Constable; Jai Abberton as Collision Surfer; Nikki Campbell as Allie's Surfing Double.

Episode 56

Written by Leon Saunders; Directed by Andrew Prowse

Andrew Bell, Harley High's new science teacher, pushes his students to perform in the HSC trials. Rivers agrees to teach Allie to drive in exchange for her tutoring services. Danielle is struck by a car after walking out on her exam.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Avrill Wynn as Danielle Stunt Double; Dave Brown as Andrew Stunt Double; Greg Blandy as Stunt Driver/Rivers' Double.

Episode 57

Written by Stephen J. Spears; Directed by Karl Zwicky

Allie starts attending Hartley High without her parents' knowledge. While on a school excursion to the beach, Steve looses a pocketwatch that used to belong to his maternal great-grandfather and Mr. Bell is quick to accuse his classmates of the theft. Rivers is chosen to direct the school's production of "Romeo and Juliet."©tzuk

Guest Cast: Jan Merriman as Lorraine; Des James as David; Jon Pollard as Bolton; John Tawadros as Play Fighter.

Episode 58

Roberto attempts to keep a health scare from Con and Effie. The school's production of "Romeo and Juliet" is threatened by Katerina's withdrawal from her lead role and Rivers' untimely detention by Mr. Bell. News of Roberto's condition draws Con closer to his father.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Jon Pollard as Bolton; John Tawadros as Play Fighter; John Hannan as Tuker; Peter Sommerfeld as Doctor.

Episode 59

Written by Kris Wyld; Directed by Malcolm McDonald

A school science project leads Matt into a campaign to prove that a local factory is illegally dumping toxic chemicals, but his dedication threatens his relationship with Jodie. Andrew moves into Sam's apartment [Yola's apartment previously].©tzuk

Guest Cast: Russell Newman as Nigel Oliver; Frederick Santos as Costas; Kerry West as Policewoman; Matt Browne as Security Guard; Avril Wynne as Sam Stunt Double.

Episode 60

Written by Michael Miller; Directed by Malcolm McDonald

Rivers faces making a difficult decision when he learns that his father is back in town. Steve and Danielle get back together while working on his photography exhibit. As Matt and Jodie are breaking up, Con and Katrina begin a relationship.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Terry Serio as Jim Scully; Russell Kiefel as Norm Rivers; Doug Scroope as Hugh; Sean Garlick as Policeman.

Episode 61

Written by Sally Web; Directed by Catherine Millar

Jodie's infatuation with singer/songerwriter Tim Beckett in shaken when the self-confessed alcoholic starts drinking again. Katerina convinces Deloraine to let her sell healthier food to the students but her upstart effort is challenged by competition from Con's hot dog stand. Andrew confronts Sam about her past affair with Peter and confesses his own jealousy. Allie feels like she's being shut out by her friends because of her involvement with Matt.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Terry Serio as Tim Beckett.

Episode 62

Written by Kristen Dunphy; Directed by Catherine Millar

Tim gets Jodie a record deal but Con is left on the outside looking in when the company assigns her a new manager. Katrina pushes herself in preparation for her audition for a national dance company. Steve gets an opportunity to work at a local newspaper but his first assignment goes badly forcing his editor to use his damning pictures of Tim as part of a story on the fallen singer. As his friends fill out their university forms, Matt contemplates what he wants to do with his life. Rivers tries using Katerina to make Sam jealous.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Terry Serio as Tim Beckett; Peter McAllum as Sean; Murray Iredale as Phil.

Episode 63

Written by David Phillips; Directed by Andrew Prowse

A state-wide teachers strike, Con's parents leaving to attend a wedding, and Katerina's reluctance to be alone with Con all combine to provide the perfect opportunity for a pool party at the Bordino's. Rivers' attempt to liven up the party with a game of Truth or Dare results in hurt feelings, animosity, and conflicts among all those who participate. The gang hurries to clean up before Con's parents make their early return but only so much can be done to cover up the fact that your furniture has been in the pool!©tzuk

Guest Cast: Ryan Lappin as Bart; Marie Giff as Nicole Perry; Jason Leeuw as Gatecrasher #1; Brad Sumpter as Gatecrasher #2; Terry Lakos as Gatecrasher #3; Carlie Babian as Gatecrasher #4.

Episode 64

Written by Greg Millin; Directed by Andrew Prowse

Radio Hartley takes to the airwaves but when Con and Matt broadcast their signal over that of a commercial station to promote Jodie's struggling first single, Deloraine quickly pulls the plug on the fledgling operation. Katerina has difficulty telling Con how she feels about him. Andrew surprises Sam by first purchasing a motorcycle for himself and then proposing to her. Interest in Jodie's song increases as a result of the airplay and plans are made for her to go on a promotional tour. Allie is given the go ahead to move into the warehouse.©tzuk

Guest Cast: John Larnach as Motorbike Seller.

Episode 65

Written by Tim Gooding; Directed by Andrew Prowse

A decline in enrolment applications threatens to permanently close the doors of Hartley High unless the additional students can be found. Deloraine suffers has a mild heart attack and is admitted to hospital. Meanwhile, Sam turns down Andrew's proposal and soon finds herself back with Peter and the two run away together. The kids launch a campaign to save school and just when it appears they have failed, Jodie returns and delivers a passionate speech that pushes the campaign over the top.©tzuk

Guest Cast: John Clayton as Don Summers; Ryan Lappin as Bart.