Season 3

01 Fairy Tale, Ending Episode 112th February 2003 Claire is finally released from hospital and driven home by 'father-to-be' Alex. Her first day back does not go as smoothly as the doctor would have intended and Claire realises that some things may have to change. She must also contend with the effects of the lie about Alex being the baby's father. 02 Better the Devil You Know Episode 219th February 2003 Claire and Alex's lie about the baby causes a major upset between the sisters. Jodi is back, but wants to continue travelling. Becky does not give up hope for Brick. Claire eventually tells Liz the truth. 03 The Road Home Episode 326th February 2003 Becky's search for Brick comes to an end while Jodi's dream of a big wedding causes tension. 04 An Affair to Forget Episode 45th March 2003 Tess believes Sally is cheating on Nick, while Alberto calls off the wedding after discovering Jodi had a fling overseas. 05 Put to the Test Episode 512th March 2003 At Jodi's hens night, a game of truth or dare reveals far more than was intended. 06 The Wedding Episode 619th March 2003 Unexpected events result in an unlikely outcome on Jodi and Alberto's much anticipated wedding day. 07 Gone to the Dogs Episode 72nd April 2003 An incident with a prized stallion leads to intrigue regarding Jake's past, while he and Becky get closer. Alex and Meg must contend with an emotional Claire and there's a change in Meg's domestic situation. 08 The Ghost of Things to Come Episode 89th April 2003 Claire discovers a hidden treasure which brings back ghostly memories of her mother and unleashes a gnawing fear that she too will die in childbirth. 09 A House of Cards Episode 923rd April 2003 A thirtieth wedding anniversary is no protection for Liz when Harry, suspicious about Claire's baby, discovers an even bigger lie. Liz is preparing for her thirtieth wedding anniversary lunch, and Harry, still very much in love, has given her a beautiful strand of pearls. But it soon all starts unravelling. Brick's sister arrives and is unhappy at the thought of Becky moving on. Becky assures her she hasn't forgotten about him, but notes she's still into Jake. 10 Three Little Words Episode 1030th April 2003 As Harry and Alex battle each other, Tess finds it hard to resist her attraction to Dave the vet. 11 Repeat Offenders Episode 117th May 2003 When a heartbroken journalist friend of Tess comes to Drovers Run the private lives of all the women and their men become very public. 12 Sins of the Father Episode 1214th May 2003 Becky and Jake's relationship is tested when his real background is revealed, causing shock waves which impact eveyone on Drover's. 13 Jokers to the Right Episode 1321st May 2003 The charade of being the father of Claire's baby is causing Alex problems especially when Sandra Kinsella appears on the scene. 14 Chain Reaction Episode 1428th May 2003 When Jodi receives a chain letter, she tears it up and throws it away, and then misfortune strikes Drover's. Has she unleashed a curse? 15 The Awful Truth Episode 154th June 2003 Nick and Alex must face the awful truth of their father's new girlfriend whilst they argue over Harry's proposal for a stock route through Drover's Run 16 Seeing the Light Episode 1623rd July 2003 Min Min lights are seen by Claire and Tess over Drover's. Tess is determined to believe they are a good omen, but Claire, restless and uneasy in the last stages of pregnancy, insists they're natural phenomena but trouble awaits. 17 A Slight Interruption Episode 1730th July 2003 It's been a week since Baby McLeod was born, but she remains nameless. Claire isn't too worried - she'll know the right name when she thinks of it. But she is suffering a bad case of cabin fever as she struggles to balance running Drover's with motherhood. 18 Old Beginnings Episode 186th August 2003 Claire is having a naming ceremony for Charlotte Prudence McLeod with her friends and family when Peter arrives. Claire has written to him after the birth, telling him he is a father. Peter is justifiably angry. Not only did Claire and Alex lie to him as to who was the father, but Claire did not advise him until after the birth. Without Claire's knowledge Becky and Jodi leave the sheep on Harry Ryan's property for the night. But during the night they are sheared and the is wool stolen. Becky and Jodi investigate only to find that it's Craig who owes money from gambling. 19 Where There's Smoke Episode 1913th August 2003 Meg is dedicating herself to her studies in order to prove herself at TAFE, and is thoroughly immersed in ‘Pride and Prejudice'. The misjudgements and misunderstandings of character that drive that classic echo through everyone's dealings at Drovers Run. Jodi is determined to succeed at the CFS training weekend despite feeling that Nick is not doing anything to help her. Her original enthusiasm is slowly destroyed as she is put through her paces and exhaustion sets in. A flirtation with another trainee, Toby, turns to animosity when she realises he does not want to be teamed up with a girl. She begins to feel that Nick is unfairly picking on her and pushing her to fail. Overnight she confides these feelings in Becky and Tess. Tess is quick to jump to Nick's defence much to Dave's bemusement. Becky gives a pep talk encouraging enough to propel her back to the second day of training determined to succeed. 20 Perfect Match Episode 2020th August 2003 Becky and Jake go into Stud partnership with Claire but when things don't go as planned, whose side will Becky take? And, there's a speed dating session at Drovers, who will find love? 21 Let the Best Man Win Episode 2127th August 2003 Alex and Nick fight over a gorgeous stanger named Elly and the competition heats up as they both try to win her over. And should Meg be having such a good time while Terry is away? 22 Majority Rules Episode 223rd September 2003 A quarantine on Drovers leads Claire to a new career, meanwhile Sandra is making a nuisance of herself. Also, Jodi accepts a date with Toby, but whom does she really have her eye on? 23 The Ties That Bind Episode 2310th September 2003 When Claire and Alex hit the big smoke, a long lost father is found, and a hidden passion is finally ignited. 24 One Step at a Time Episode 2417th September 2003 With Claire and Alex still in Melbourne with Charlotte, enjoying their new found love, Tess tries to deal with a pressing health matter alone. 25 Time Frames Episode 2524th September 2003 Has Sandra overstepped the mark with Harry? Tess's biopsy brings unexpected consequences. And, who's Jodi's secret admirer? 26 Body Language (aka The Bottom Line) Episode 261st October 2003 The Young Farmer of the Year contest comes to Drovers Run, bringing difficult choices for both Claire and Becky about the men they love. Drovers Run hosts the Regional Young Farmer of the Year Award, and Becky is surprised to learn that Jake has entered. He tells her he's going to win her back. They compete neck and neck and slowly Becky is won over by his persistence and charm and the old spark between them returns. When Jake asks her to come and live with him on the property he's leased, Becky is truly torn between the man she loves and Drovers Run... 27 To Catch a Thief Episode 278th October 2003 Tess's upcoming operation has thoughts of mortality creeping in so she begins to write a letter to Charlotte so that her niece can know her should Tess no longer be around. Claire reminiscences when an old friend turns up unexpectedly. 28 My Noon, My Midnight Episode 2815th October 2003 Tragedy befalls Drover's Run, in the wake of celebration, as the lives of all connected with Drover's are turned upside down. 29 The Long Goodbye Episode 2922nd October 2003 Claire's death has everyone is dealing with it in their own way. Tess tries to keep her emotions in check, unable to deal with her grief and burdened by survivor's guilt. A surprise visitor at Drovers Run helps Tess when she needs it most. 30 Turbulence Episode 3029th October 2003 Tess and Stevie continue to clash this week, and all the competitive ill-fellings come to the surface when a private investigator turns up at Drover's Run. Tess accepts Stevie's explanations at first (something about witnessing a rodeo accident up north), but gets suspicious again when Stevie is caught packing her bags. Still refusing to reveal the truth, she offers her resignation and Tess accepts with more than a little relief. As Stevie loads up her car, Jodi, Meg and Tess discover little Charlotte has been bitten by a redback spider. Fearing for Charlotte's life, Tess accepts a ride from Stevie to the hospital, but it turns out to be far from a straightforward trip. With the private investigator in hot pursuit, things get worse when Charlotte has a heat-induced fit. It looks like they are not going to make it to the hospital in time so Stevie steals a plane to speed the trip up. Charlotte's young life is in the balance and Tess is terrified that she is going to lose the one link sh