Neighbours Episode Guide: 226-250

Episode 226
Network Ten: 07/04/1986
BBC: 16/09/1987
UK Gold: 13/09/1993

Written by Reg Watson
Directed by Andrew Friedman
Guest stars
Laura: Carole Skinner
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick

Summary:-
The bonds between Jim and Zoe are reinforced. They get to know each other more and more intimately, spending an evening together and exchange their first kiss.

First appearance of Lassiters Hotel exterior

Episode 227
Network Ten: 08/04/1986
BBC: 17/09/1987
UK Gold: 14/09/1993

Written by John Upton
Directed by Andrew Friedman
Guest stars
Laura: Carole Skinner
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick

Summary:-
Danny finds that being an adult can be lonely. Des tries to become an attentive and fun father to Bradley. Andrea continues to talk to Des about marriage.

Episode 228
Network Ten: 09/04/1986
BBC: 18/09/1987
UK Gold: 15/09/1993

Written by Adrian Van Den Bok
Directed by Andrew Friedman
Guest stars
Laura: Carole Skinner
Jack Lassiter: Alan Hopgood

Summary:-
Problems are brewing between the Ramsays and Robinsons. Paul still does not accept the romance between Jim and Zoe, and he is reminded of some bitter memories from his own love life.

Laura didn't appear in the episode. The Producers wish to thank: The Sukiyaki Resturant Melbourne

Episode 229
Network Ten: 10/04/1986
BBC: 21/09/1987
UK Gold: 16/09/1993

Written by Ray Harding
Directed by Andrew Friedman
Guest stars
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick

Summary:-
Des seeks Daphne's advice about marriage. During their trip, Bradley tells Des more about Andrea leaving, making him very worried.

Bradley didn't appear in the episode

Episode 230
Network Ten: 11/04/1986
BBC: 22/09/1987
UK Gold: 17/09/1993

Written by Philip Ryall
Directed by Andrew Friedman
Guest stars
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick

Summary:-
The tension between Paul and Jim finally reaches breaking point, with discussions on the relationship between Zoe and Jim draging on endlessly.

Bradley didn't appear in the episode

Episode 231
Network Ten: 14/04/1986
BBC: 23/09/1987
UK Gold: 20/09/1993

Written by Nicholas Langton
Directed by Mark Callan
Guest stars
Jack: Alan Hopgood

Summary:-
The Easter holidays begin. Despite Lucy's pleas, Paul leaves the Robinson house and moves into Lassiters.

Episode 232
Network Ten: 15/04/1986
BBC: 24/09/1987
UK Gold: 21/09/1993

Written by C.V. Scholfield
Directed by Mark Callan
Guest stars
Jack: Alan Hopgood
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas

Summary:-
The effects of Paul's departure are felt in the whole of Ramsay Street. Lucy and Bradley decide to run away. Paul has a hard time settling in Lassiters.

Episode 233
Network Ten: 16/04/1986
BBC: 25/09/1987
UK Gold: 22/09/1993

Written by Christine McCourt
Directed by Mark Callan
Guest stars
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick

Summary:-
Paul becomes attracted to Andrea. The disappearance of Lucy and Bradley provokes a search of the neighbourhood, with everyone pitching in.

Episode 234
Network Ten: 17/04/1986
BBC: 28/09/1987
UK Gold: 23/09/1993

Written by Penny Fraser
Directed by Mark Callan
Guest stars
Charlene: Kylie Minogue

Summary:-
Daphne receives some disturbing news and asks Des for some advice. Zoe tries to establish a friendly relationship with Paul, but without success.

The Producers wish to thank: Westpac Banking Corporation Forest Hill
Note: First appearance of Kylie Minogue as Charlene Mitchell.
Available on the Neighbours: The Iconic Episodes Volume 2 DVD collection.

Episode 235
Network Ten: 18/04/1986
BBC: 29/09/1987
UK Gold: 24/09/1993

Written by Ginny Lowndes
Directed by Mark Callan
Guest stars
Charlene: Kylie Minogue
Barbara: Rona McLeod

Summary:-
Madge's daughter, Charlene, arrives in Ramsay Street. She announces that her father's girlfriend, whom he is living with at the moment, is pregnant.

Episode 236
Network Ten: 21/04/1986
BBC: 30/09/1987
UK Gold: 27/09/1993

Written by Jill James
Directed by Richard Sarell
Guest stars
Charlene: Kylie Minogue

Summary:-
Mike and Charlene go job hunting. The tensions between Charlene and Madge are not lessening, so Helen proposes that one of them should move into her house.

Episode 237
Network Ten: 22/04/1986
BBC: 01/10/1987
UK Gold: 28/09/1993

Written by Roger Moulton
Directed by Richard Sarell
Guest stars
Charlene: Kylie Minogue

Summary:-
Zoe discovers who is behind the coffee shop plot. Daphne and Clive discover a new aspect of Mike's personality when he announces his decision to leave school to do something new.

Episode 238
Network Ten: 23/04/1986
BBC: 02/10/1987
UK Gold: 29/09/1993

Written by Rick Maier
Directed by Richard Sarell
Guest stars
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick
Jack: Alan Hopgood

Summary:-
Zoe discovers she has to make a difficult decision. A heavy threat weighs on the new relationship that is gradually forming between Andrea and Des.

Episode 239
Network Ten: 24/04/1986
BBC: 05/10/1987
UK Gold: 30/09/1993

Written by David Phillips
Directed by Richard Sarell
Guest stars
Eileen: Myra De Groot
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick
Jack: Alan Hopgood

Summary:-
Zoe confides in Jim that Paul is behind the relaunch of Daphne's Coffee Shop. She would have liked to have said this earlier but hasn't dared to for fear of losing her job. Daphne is angry about Zoe, and Des decides to reveal his parenthood.

Episode 240
Network Ten: 25/04/1986
BBC: 06/10/1987
UK Gold: 01/10/1993

Written by Reg Watson
Directed by Richard Sarell
Guest stars
Eileen: Myra De Groot
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick
Jack: Alan Hopgood

Summary:-
Eileen's revelations threaten Bradley's future. Shane is furious to learn that Paul was associated with the relaunch of the Coffee Shop. Zoe is pleased to learn that she will keep her job with Paul.

Episode 241
Network Ten: 28/04/1986
BBC: 07/10/1987
UK Gold: 04/10/1993

Written by Peter Connah
Directed by Paul Moloney
Guest stars
Eileen: Myra De Groot
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick
Gavin: Bruce Kilpatrick
Jack: Alan Hopgood

Summary:-
A mysterious stranger lurks in Ramsay Street. Des refuses to believe that Bradley is not his son. Eileen has lost the birth certificate that holds the proof.

Charlene added to main cast list

Episode 242
Network Ten: 29/04/1986
BBC: 08/10/1987
UK Gold: 05/10/1993

Written by Ysabelle Dean
Directed by Paul Moloney
Guest stars
Eileen: Myra De Groot
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick
Gavin: Bruce Kilpatrick
Mrs. Mangel: Vivian Gray
Jack: Alan Hopgood (uncredited)

Summary:-
The draw for the pancake competition causes uproar. Zoe dines with the Robinsons although tensions remain high. A stranger stalking Ramsay Street frightens Bradley.

Episode 243
Network Ten: 30/04/1986
BBC: 09/10/1987
UK Gold: 06/10/1993

Written by Ysabelle Dean
Directed by Paul Moloney
Guest stars
Eileen: Myra De Groot
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick
Gavin: Bruce Kilpatrick
Jack: Alan Hopgood

Summary:-
Des protects Bradley from Gavin McKinley, but Gavin threatens Des with the police because he wants custody of his son.

Episode 244
Network Ten: 01/05/1986
BBC: 12/10/1987
UK Gold: 07/10/1993

Written by John Linton
Directed by Paul Moloney
Guest stars
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Mrs. Mangel: Vivian Gray
Barbara Young: Rona McLeod

Summary:-
Things at the Ramsay house do not improve when Madge learns that Helen has shown Max how to make pancakes.

Episode 245
Network Ten: 02/05/1986
BBC: 13/10/1987
UK Gold: 08/10/1993

Written by Dave Worthington
Directed by Paul Moloney
Guest stars
Eileen: Myra De Groot
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick
Gavin: Bruce Kilpatrick
Jack: Alan Hopgood

Summary:-
Eileen is determined to save Des from Andrea's hold. She is convinced that Gavin is telling the truth and disapproves of Andrea who is keeping Bradley away from him.

Final appearance of Francis Bell as Max Ramsay

Episode 246
Network Ten: 05/05/1986
BBC: 14/10/1987
UK Gold: 11/10/1993

Written by Christine McCourt
Directed by Andrew Friedman
Guest stars
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick
Gavin: Bruce Kilpatrick
Jack: Alan Hopgood
Eileen: Myra De Groot (uncredited)

Summary:-
Bradley has to choose between fathers, and Lucy's sex education class creates problems. Eileen calls upon Clive and Shane to help her catch Gavin. Des and Andrea arrive at the moment Clive forces Gavin to halt on the side of the road. Diplomatically, Clive takes the matter in hand.

Max gone from main cast list

Episode 247
Network Ten: 06/05/1986
BBC: 15/10/1987
UK Gold: 12/10/1993

Written by Philip Ryall
Directed by Andrew Friedman
Guest stars
Eileen: Myra De Groot
Andrea: Regina Gaigalas
Bradley: Bradley Kilpatrick
Jack: Alan Hopgood

Summary:-
Eileen brings a little Sunday tradition to the street. Shane's depression has dire consequences for Daphne. He feels bad for her and decides to break off their engagement.

Episode 248
Network Ten: 07/05/1986
BBC: 16/10/1987
UK Gold: 13/10/1993

Written by Penny Fraser
Directed by Andrew Friedman
Guest stars
Eileen: Myra De Groot
Fred Mitchell: Nick Waters

Summary:-
Eileen fancies herself as the new Pavarotti, and a surprise visitor turns up at the Ramsays. Daphne tries hard to reassure Shane, but her lack of confidence in him deepens. Jim and Zoe's weekend is a disaster.

Organ supplied by: Yamaha-Rose-Music

Episode 249
Network Ten: 08/05/1986
BBC: 19/10/1987
UK Gold: 14/10/1993

Written by Ginny Lowndes
Directed by Andrew Friedman
Guest stars
Mrs. Mangel: Vivean Gray
Fred Mitchell: Nick Waters
Eileen: Myra De Groot (uncredited)

Summary:-
Madge has a great deal more than just the pancake competition on her mind. Fred and Madge do not reach an agreement upon their financial settlement.

Episode 250
Network Ten: 09/05/1986
BBC: 20/10/1987
UK Gold: 15/10/1993

Written by Ray Harding
Directed by Andrew Friedman
Guest stars
Jack: Alan Hopgood
Fred Mitchell: Nick Waters
Mrs. Mangel: Vivean Gray
Mr. Archibald: Bill Fozz
Eileen: Myra De Groot (uncredited)

Summary:-
Des and Daphne share an intimate dinner. Mrs. Mangel succeeds in preventing Max from winning the prize in the pancake contest.

As a result of Francis Bell's departure, the story was rewritten so Helen replaced Max in the pancake competiton.