Snowy River - The McGregor Saga: episode guide

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The Race

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Episode 1.01
Produced: 1993
Written by Peter Schreck
Directed by Marcus Cole

An adventure and romantic drama of epic proportions, The Man From Snowy River is the most recognised of all the Banjo Paterson characters and is captured on film in this acclaimed production.

Viewers join Matt McGregor 25 years on from his famous ride. A beautiful and independent young widow, Kathleen O'Neil, returns to the district with her son to claim her homestead and Matt, who once held strong feelings for Kathleen, discovers there is still an emotional bond.

Danni McGregor secretly enters the electrifying and dangerous Snowy River cross-country race — an annual race created in honour of her father's famous ride years before. Then, a mysterious American appears, determined not only to win the race at any cost, but also to challenge Matt McGregor himself in the original death-filled ride down the mountainside.

Starring: Andrew Clarke as Matt McGregor, Wendy Hughes as Kathleen O'Neil, Joshua Lucas as Luke McGregor, Brett Climo as Colin McGregor, Guy Pearce as Rob McGregor, Joelene Crnogorac as Danni McGregor, Reg Evans as Jack Kelly, Amanda Douge as Victoria Blackwood, Rodney Bell as Frank Blackwood, John Stanton as Oliver Blackwood

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

Guest Starring: Colette Mann as Mrs Carney

Special Guests: Terry Gill as Mayor, Mick Slocum as Balladeer

Also: Terry Brittingham as Stockman #1, Jack Finnister as Stockman #2, Tom Travers as Registration Officer, Clive Hearne as Blacksmith, Burt Cooper as Lands Inspector, The Sundowners Bush Band as Bush Band, Bruce Crowl as Balmoral Stockman, Charlene Fenn as Chaperone

Pascoe's Principles

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Episode 1.02
Written by Peter Kinloch
Directed by Colin Budds

Matt suggests to Jack Kelly that he work for Kathleen in exchange for food and board. Reluctantly, he agrees to do so. Jack and Kathleen argue from the start, but obviously need one another. Oliver Blackwood continues his efforts in trying to undermine Kathleen's hold on her land. Rob and Luke court danger to win Victoria's affections, chasing down a wild stallion. Matt must intervene when Danni is severely punished by the new teacher.

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

Guest Starring: Colette Mann as Mrs Carney

Special Guests: Nigel Bradshaw as Thomas Pascoe, Rachel McCully as Doreen, Nathan Doekes as Sean Carney [uncredited]

Kathleen's Choice

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Episode 1.03
Written by Peter Schreck
Directed by Colin Budds

Matt McGregor finds he has a competitor for Kathleen's affections when his mate, Steve Page, arrives at Paterson's Ridge and becomes smitten with the fiery Kathleen. Kathleen's new Braham breaks loose, and she gets caught in the middle of a sudden storm looking for it. When she hasn't arrived back by nightfall, Matt rides off in search of her. Meawnile, Luke starts prospecting for gold on his father's old claim.

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

And: Sheryl Munks as Emily Cornish

Also: Nathan Doekes as Sean Carney, Maggie King as Mrs Fowler, Reg Gorman as Mr Fowler, Terry Brittingham as Local, David Bradshaw as Steve Page

Partnerships

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Episode 1.04
Written by Ted Roberts
Directed by Marcus Cole

Victoria Blackwood and her chaperone return from shopping in Melbourne, but their train journey ends when the tracks are washed away in heavy rain. Rob is sent to collect them and shares a passionate kiss with Victoria. Matt and Kathleen have a disagreement about Sean Carney's education and Emily donates a new organ to Colin's church.

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

And: Sheryl Munks as Emily Cornish

Guest Starring: Colette Mann as Mrs Carney

Also: Rachel McCully as Doreen, Roy Edmunds as Coach Driver, Chris Inglis as Jeff "the bully", Chris Waters as Train Conductor, Nathan Doekes as Sean Carney [uncredited], Charlene Fenn as Miss Cavill [uncredited]

Where There's Smoke

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Episode 1.05
Written by Everett DeRoche
Directed by Marcus Cole

Matt's old flame Anita Hargreaves returns to town after 25 years away just as her father suffers a heart attack. Matt is dumbfounded by her hospitality towards him — and Kathleen's coldness. A bitter Anita forcloses on Matt's loan, only to learn that she had not been jilted by Matt years ago, but tricked by her father. Luke strikes gold.

Special Guest Star: Victoria Tennant as Anita Hargraves

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

And: Sheryl Munks as Emily Cornish, Greg Parker as Herbert Elliott

Guest Starring: Colette Mann as Mrs Carney

Also: Nathan Doekes as Sean Carney, Maggie King as Mrs Fowler, Warrick Randall as Dr. Stone, Robin Dene as George Elliott, Denis Moore as Teller, Jason Khoo as Chen

Tracks of Gold

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Episode 1.06
Written by Ted Roberts
Directed by Colin Budds

Danni McGregor and Michael ride into a herd of brumbies. In the confusion Danni is thrown and falls into a disused mine shaft. Michael goes for help, but becomes lost in dense scrub and falls unconcious from cold and shock. Anita sees Matt's obvious affection for Kathleen and realises trying to rekindle their lost love could be useless. News of Luke's gold strike spreads.

Special Guest Star: Victoria Tennant as Anita Hargraves

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

And: Sheryl Munks as Emily Cornish, Greg Parker as Herbert Elliott

Also: Maggie King as Mrs Fowler, Reg Gorman as Mr Fowler, Stan Dryden as Joe Possum, Rebecca Strok as Wirra Possum, Kylie Dryden as Young Possum, Ross Simmons as Miner

Plans of Poison

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Episode 1.07
Written by David Phillips
Directed by Colin Budds

Lawlessness abounds as miners stream into Paterson's Ridge. Anita Hargreaves invites Luke to dinner. Colin McGregor proposes to his organist Emily Cornish. Rob and Luke, in defending Victoria Blackwood's honour, get into a punch up with some miners, and Matt finds the courage to ask Kathleen to go with him to the Mountain Ball. Meanwhile, Frank Blackwood plans to poison Kathleen's cattle to force her from her land.

Special Guest Star: Victoria Tennant as Anita Hargraves

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

And: Sheryl Munks as Emily Cornish, Greg Parker as Herbert Elliott

Also: Warwick Randall as Dr. Stone, Rachel McCully as Doreen, Nathan Doekes as Sean Carney, Chris Inglis as Jeff "the bully", Jason Khoo as Chen Yung, John Raaen as Wicks, Tom Coltraine as Enright, John Arnold as Cullen, Chris Stevenson as Rogers, Nick Antipas as Grant, Roger Stephen as Griffin, Brad Lindsay as Sharp, David Le Page as Riley, Brett Swain as Surveyor #1, Kevin Summers as Surveyor #2, Tom Travers as Dignitary

Stepping Out

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Episode 1.08
Written by David Phillips
Directed by Marcus Cole

Oliver Blackwood schemes to take over Matt's land. Frank Blackwood is jealous of his father's business dealings with Luke. Herbert arrives home with some local dignitaries to find Anita and Luke in a passionate embrace. The next day their liaison is all over town, and Anita arrives at the Mountain Ball on Luke's arm. Oliver Blackwood asks Anita to share his life at Balmoral, but before she can answer, a shot rings out and he falls to the floor.

Special Guest Star: Victoria Tennant as Anita Hargraves

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

And: Sheryl Munks as Emily Cornish, Greg Parker as Herbert Elliott

Also: Warwick Randall as Dr. Stone, Maggie King as Mrs. Fowler, Libby Stone as Gossiping Woman, Richard Montgomery as Pianist, Tony Hicks as Clarinet Player, Shannon Birchall as Bass Player, John Rogers as Violinist; Tony Bartuccion's Dancers

The Bushranger

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Episode 1.09
Screenplay by Ted Roberts
Story by Margaret Kelly
Directed by Marcus Cole

Frank steals a substantial amount of gold from Luke, only to have it taken from him by gentleman bushranger Harry Roebuck. Meanwhile Luke, already mortgaged to the hilt, falls further into Blackwood's debt. Blackwood arrogantly makes Matt an offer for Langara, saying he has plans to marry Anita.

Special Guest Star: Victoria Tennant as Anita Hargraves

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

And: Sheryl Munks as Emily Cornish, Greg Parker as Herbert Elliott

Guest Starring: Andy Anderson as Harry Roebuck

Also: Denis Moore as Bank Teller, Roy Edmunds as Coach Driver, Warwick Randall as Dr. Stone, Chris Inglis as Jeff "the bully" [uncredited]

The Rustlers

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Episode 1.10
Written by David Phillips
Directed by Colin Budds

Luke is again pursuing a more than willing Victoria as she helps him search for a new house. Oliver Blackwood inadvertantly nominates a reluctant Matt to run for state parliament forcing him to get Luke to run against him. Danni experiences first love when she falls for an accused cattle rustler. Colin and Emily marry but Matt seems to have eyes only for Kathleen.

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

And: Sheryl Munks as Emily Cornish, Greg Parker as Herbert Elliott

Also: Maggie King as Mrs. Fowler, Reg Gorman as Mr. Fowler, Nicholas Crawford-Smith as Kevin Rorke, Josh Picker as Brian Casey, Georgina Dymockl as Sarah, April Howard as Jane, Peter Feracgo as Wilcox, Bob Halsall as Worker

The Loneliness of Luke McGregor

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Episode 1.11
Written by Peter Kinloch
Directed by Colin Budds

Oliver Blackwood becomes part owner of the bank and is delighted to learn that Langara's deeds are security against Matt's loan. Luke proposes to Victoria Blackwood to the dismay of her father who refuses to support the union. When Luke and Victoria persist, Oliver tells his daughter she will be completely disinherited if she marries a McGregor. Matt wins the election.

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

And: Sheryl Munks as Emily Cornish, Greg Parker as Herbert Elliott, Colette Mann as Mrs Carney

Also: Clive Hearne as Blacksmith, Fiona Corke as Lola Hatton, Colwyn Roberts as Johnson, Terry Gill as Mayor, Terry Brittingham as Station Hand, Richard Montgomery as Pianist, Shannon Birchall as Bass Player Oliver Dennis as Violinist

Love Finds a Way

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Episode 1.12
Written by Ted Roberts
Directed by Marcus Cole

Everyone is excited that the railway is coming to Paterson's Ridge, except Kathleen, because it will run straight through the middle of her property. She decides to go to Melbourne to argue her case. Matt is also going to the city to be sworn in as a new Member of Parliament. They travel together and Matt takes Kathleen to the ceremony where she pleads her case to the governor and then to a ball. They dance together and, filled with emotion, he tells her he loves her. Meanwhile, Oliver hires a mining engineer to conduct an assay of Luke's mine and Vernoica is sent to England.

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

And: Sheryl Munks as Emily Cornish, Greg Parker as Herbert Elliott

Also: Nathan Doekes as Sean Carney, Rachel McCully as Doreen, Maggie King as Mrs. Fowler, Reg Gorman as Mr. Fowler, Jeff Inglis as Jeff 'The Bully', Charles 'Bud' Tingwell as Governor, Bruce Kerr as Concannon, Charlene Fenn as Miss Cavill, Clive Hearne as Blacksmith, Gary Files as Clarendon, Richard Moss as Hotel Manager, John Forsythe as Photographer

The Stampede

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Episode 1.13
Written by Ted Roberts
Directed by Marcus Cole

Oliver Blackwood learns Luke's mine is worthless and tricks Luke into buying him out. Luke discovers the truth but it is too late and he is forced to abandon the mine and lose his mansion. The bank threatens to foreclose on Matt forcing him to muster his cattle through Blackwood's property to get to the cattle sales, but Blackwood is determined to stop him. Luke is knocked unconscious after an explosion in his gold mine.

With: Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil

And: Sheryl Munks as Emily Cornish, Greg Parker as Herbert Elliott

Also: Chris Stevenson as Balmoral Stockman, John Flaus as Masters, Peter Farago as Stock Agent, Jason Khoo as Chen Yung