Season 13

01 Episode 2771 Episode 120th January 1997 Mal's life hangs in the balance as Karl struggles to save his son. Lou's emotional u-turn leaves everyone baffled. Ruth and Phil decide to stay apart - but can they live without each other? 02 Episode 2772 Episode 221st January 1997 Phil and Ruth are having difficulty staying away from each other. Lou's card night comes up trumps in the form of a friendship with Harold. Billy refuses to forgive Toadie for his interference with Anne's Christmas present. 03 Episode 2773 Episode 322nd January 1997 Billy is determined to prove to himself that he can do wild things without Toadie around. Darren and Libby patch up their differences and Vince continues to annoy the girls at Number Thirty. 04 Episode 2774 Episode 423rd January 1997 Catherine devises a plan to get rid of Vince. Karl has gained the reputation of an incompetent doctor and Toadie decides to leave Erinsborough. 05 Episode 2775 Episode 524th January 1997 Harold and Lou try to organise a friendly scrabble game, which turns into a full-on battle. Billy and Anne seem destined never to get together. Karl is not happy when he finds out about Billy's bungy-jumping adventure. 06 Episode 2776 Episode 627th January 1997 Lou and Harold both want to buy the same bus - for very different reasons. Mal and Catherine's romance is causing trouble with Catherine's housemates and Billy and Toadie just can't seem to work out their differences. *First appearance of Lisa Elliott 07 Episode 2777 Episode 728th January 1997 Catherine, Jo and Sarah stop quarrelling and get a new flatmate. Toadie prepares to leave Ramsay Street for a life in the country, but will anyone stop him? 08 Episode 2778 Episode 829th January 1997 Libby joins the men at Handy Sam's, and finds life as a labourer is hard work. Lance receives some humiliating news - but will he accept it without a fight? 09 Episode 2779 Episode 930th January 1997 Libby plays a workers prank on Darren, but he has the last laugh. Debbie approaches Phil about taking over the coffee shop, but Phil wants a written proposal. 10 Episode 2780 Episode 1031st January 1997 Toadie gets the better of Karl - again. Susan must give Lance the benefit of the doubt or risk him giving up school. Is Debbie ready to run her own business? 11 Episode 2781 Episode 113rd February 1997 Debbie finds a new investor for the Coffee Shop in Joanna. Philip joins the Parent Teacher Association to be with Ruth. Toadie and Lance break Susan's sentimentally-prized vase. 12 Episode 2782 Episode 124th February 1997 Philip and Ruth find working together quite difficult. Debbie and Philip's relationship crumbles over Debbie's plans for the Coffee Shop. Toadie's damage to Susan's irreplaceable heirloom is discovered. 13 Episode 2783 Episode 135th February 1997 The bus is in a decrepit state, but Lou and Harold are fired up with enthusiasm. Rumours circulate about a romance between Ruth and Phil. A letter arrives for Harold from an unknown woman. 14 Episode 2784 Episode 146th February 1997 Harold is less than happy with Madge's meddling. Mal won't teach Catherine to drive - but will she find a willing teacher in time to pass her test? Anne and Hannah hit upon a brilliant idea and are convinced they won't get caught. 15 Episode 2785 Episode 157th February 1997 Darren leaves Catherine in the country after an argument during their driving lesson. Hannah and Anne wag school and almost get sprung. Madge can't live with Claudia a second longer. 16 Episode 2786 Episode 1610th February 1997 Anne and Hannah's wicked web unravels when Susan fails to be deceived. Claudia comes between Harold and Madge but should Madge pass on her farewell letter. Catherine and Darren share feelings that will only get them into trouble. 17 Episode 2787 Episode 1711th February 1997 Cath and Darren have to do something about the attraction they can't help but feel for each other. Harold decides to go after Claudia, leaving Madge worried that he won't return. Ruth and Phil feel that power may be going to Susan's head when she gives Anne and Hannah a harsh punishment. 18 Episode 2788 Episode 1812th February 1997 Susan gets on the wrong side of her students. Catherine's driving lessons are a disaster. Debbie and Philip's rift is far from being resolved. 19 Episode 2789 Episode 1913th February 1997 Lou's got money-making plans to help everyone out. Debbie turns out to be the boss from hell in her new job at the coffee shop. Toadie thinks Lou is receiving stolen goods. 20 Episode 2790 Episode 2014th February 1997 Toadie and Lance do some detective work - but are Toadie's suspicions justified? Madge and Harold run into some trouble with Claudia. Charity begins at Lou's home and it may cause him problems with the law. 21 Episode 2791 Episode 2117th February 1997 Harold and Madge have to make an important decision regarding their future. Debbie and Phil make peace for the moment, but Phil's first pizza delivery ends in disaster. Lou discovers the identity of his mystery dobber, and Toadie is in deep strife. 22 Episode 2792 Episode 2218th February 1997 Debbie displays poor management at the coffee shop, and Jo gives her an ultimatum. Lou tries to defend his honour, but his discount television causes a dangerous accident. Hannah has had enough of Susan's meddling. 23 Episode 2793 Episode 2319th February 1997 Susan gets the feeling everyone thinks she's become a monster since getting the promotion at school. It looks like Billy's going to miss out on Anne because he doesn't tell her how he really feels. Can Darren and Cath control their feelings for each other? 24 Episode 2794 Episode 2420th February 1997 Billy feels he may haved missed the boat with Anne. Harold proposes to Madge. Darren and Catherine can't deny their feelings any longer, but their kiss doesn't go unwitnessed. 25 Episode 2795 Episode 2521st February 1997 Anne goes out with another guy, and it looks like Billy has lost his chance. Harold and Madge decide to get married all over again. Catherine confesses to Mal that she kissed Darren. 26 Episode 2796 Episode 2624th February 1997 Lou is caught out hiring a stripper for Harold's buck's night. Toadie and Lance send Debbie on a wild goose chase. Darren and Mal have a punch-up over Catherine, and Libby finds out. 27 Episode 2797 Episode 2725th February 1997 Darren has shattered Mal's happiness with Cath, and his own happiness with Libby. Toadie makes a date with two gorgeous girls. Harold and Madge believe a stripper is coming to Harold's buck's night. 28 Episode 2798 Episode 2826th February 1997 Mal's time with Catherine is over, and he makes a momentous decision about his future. Harold and Madge reaffirm their vows in a beautiful ceremony. Billy decides to tell Anne his true feelings, but once again his attempt is thwarted. 29 Episode 2799 Episode 2927th February 1997 Ruth has trouble finding the courage to ask Phil on a big dinner date. Ramsay Street has a new resident from the country. Anne's disgusted with Billy and Justin's behaviour at the beach. 30 Episode 2800 Episode 3028th February 1997 Tim and Susan form a strong bond. Philip and Ruth's date gets off to a side splitting start, but ends well. Billy declares his love for Anne. 31 Episode 2801 Episode 313rd March 1997 Philip and Ruth can't contain their true feelings any longer. Toadfish admires Lance's cartoon skills and decides to start up a school comic strip. Justin has it in for Billy over their fight for Anne. 32 Episode 2802 Episode 324th March 1997 Anne gives up on men after Justin reveals his true self. Tim and Susan strike up a friendship. Toadie and Lance's comic strip takes a turn toward bad taste. 33 Episode 2803 Episode 335th March 1997 Lisa is shocked to find an unflattering caricature of herself drawn by the students. Tim seems to like Susan just a bit too much. Ruth and Phil strike opposition from Debbie that threatens to end their relationship. 34 Episode 2804 Episode 346th March 1997 Debbie is caught out sabotaging Phil and Ruth's relationship. Lou finds a second hand car for Karl - but Karl leaves him in the lurch. Has Darren ruined his very last chance with Libby? 35 Episode 2805 Episode 357th March 1997 Lou can't sell the car he bought. Cath still wants Mal. Darren goes to desperate measures to win Libby back. Billy and Anne realise friendship isn't enough for either of them. 36 Episode 2806 Episode 3610th March 1997 Libby says no to Darren's marriage proposal. Mal doesn't want Catherine coming overseas with him. Anne thinks Billy's the biggest sleaze in the world. 37 Episode 2807 Episode 3711th March 1997 Darren looks like he is coming close to running off the rails. Mal and Catherine say goodbye to Ramsay Street. Billy and Anne finally get together. 38 Episode 2808 Episode 3812th March 1997 Billy receives a blast from the past that may affect his budding relationship with Anne. Philip and Ruth are finding it difficult to be alone. Toadie confronts Tim about his crush on Susan. 39 Episode 2809 Episode 3913th March 1997 Jo tries to help Lou out with his used car business. Tim does not want to face school after hearing the rumours about him and Susan. Lance and Hannah steal Lisa's bike. 40 Episode 2810 Episode 4014th March 1997 Lance and Hannah try to do Lisa a good turn, which backfires. Karl's new car is repossessed, causing much amusement to the neighbours. Phil and Ruth finally find some privacy - or do they? 41 Episode 2811 Episode 4117th March 1997 Toadie and Lance have a devious idea to make themselves some serious cash. Ruth and Phil's romance is growing stronger - but can Phil cope with Ruth's extroverted ways? Tim's tutorials with Susan leap to a passionate response. 42 Episode 2812 Episode 4218th March 1997 Phil and Ruth decide to make some personal compromises for their relationship. Toadie's plan to get money out of Jo backfires. Tim drops a bombshell on Susan. 43 Episode 2813 Episode 4319th March 1997 Phil and Ruth decide to make some personal compromises for their relationship. Toadie's plan to get money out of Jo backfires. Tim drops a bombshell on Susan. 44 Episode 2814 Episode 4420th March 1997 Despite his bravado, Darren is beginning to lose control. Lou tells Darren it's time he got his act together. Anne's shortcut with her essay ends in embarrassment. 45 Episode 2815 Episode 4521st March 1997 Darren looks like he's slipping downhill fast, but Marlene won't give up on him. Lisa and Sarah have housemate problems. Anne thinks forging a signature might get her out of trouble, but will it have the opposite effect? 46 Episode 2816 Episode 4624th March 1997 Anne's forged note gets handed into Lisa, landing Anne and Billy in more hot water. Lisa offers a room at number thirty to Darren, and Sarah is not impressed. Tim sends Susan a letter which falls into Karl's hands. 47 Episode 2817 Episode 4725th March 1997 Anne finally tells Ruth the truth about the forged signature. Hannah pals up with Sarah and changes her image. Karl has a confrontation with Tim over his feelings for Susan. 48 Episode 2818 Episode 4826th March 1997 Susan returns to Erinsborough to sort out the mess she left behind. Anne promises Billy she'll support him, despite a temporary ban placed on their relationship. Toadie and Lance plan the party of the century. 49 Episode 2819 Episode 4927th March 1997 Toadie and Lance's party ends up being a disaster. Ruth's still giving Phil the itches. Debbie's sure Darren has stolen money from the coffee shop till. 50 Episode 2820 Episode 5028th March 1997 Toadie and Lance's party ends up being a disaster. Ruth's still giving Phil the itches. Debbie's sure Darren has stolen money from the coffee shop till. 51 Episode 2821 Episode 5131st March 1997 Toadie realises he has to make amends with Joanna. Libby, Sarah and Lisa go on a girls night out, only to get chatted up by the same guy. Billy feels his emotional needs are being overlooked by the family. 52 Episode 2822 Episode 521st April 1997 Sarah and Lisa get caught chasing after the same man. Tim decides to leave Erinsborough. Can Toadie and Lance convince Joanna to go along with their surprise? 53 Episode 2823 Episode 532nd April 1997 Tim finally decides he has had enough of Ramsay Street. Toadie and Lance take Jo on a special adventure. Phil's rash is coming between him and Ruth. 54 Episode 2824 Episode 543rd April 1997 Phil and Ruth finally figure out the source of the itch. Lou is frustrated when business deals don't go according to plan. The war between Debbie and Darren grows more intense. 55 Episode 2825 Episode 554th April 1997 Lou's dream of a bus restaurant is turning into a nightmare. Debbie and Darren bury the hatchet. Ruth thinks Phil isn't taking their relationship seriously. 56 Episode 2826 Episode 567th April 1997 Darren's business is in trouble. Phil and Ruth can't sort out their communication problems. Billy makes the fatal mistake of calling Anne by his old girlfriend's name. 57 Episode 2827 Episode 578th April 1997 Darren is tempted by a dodgy offer to save his business. Karl can't say no to Marlene being his receptionist. Billy has to resolve things with Melissa or risk losing Anne. 58 Episode 2828 Episode 589th April 1997 Are Billy and Anne going to patch things up? Darren seems set to cross the line of the law again. There's a stranger in town who has more than a passing interest in Ruth. 59 Episode 2829 Episode 5910th April 1997 Lou squares his debt over, but Sarah is unimpressed. Ben wins over the girls at number thirty - but is there something mysterious about him? Hannah writes a short story about Susan and Tim, and Susan is distraught. 60 Episode 2830 Episode 6011th April 1997 Hannah's short story about Susan and Tim creates waves amongst the Ramsay Street residents. Lou is cynical about Marlene's 'bad luck' curse. New resident Ben Atkins is showing an odd interest in the Wilkinson family. 61 Episode 2831 Episode 6114th April 1997 Darren is poised on the brink of committing a crime. Jo decides to renew contact with Rob. Ben takes more than a passing interest in the Wilkinson family. 62 Episode 2832 Episode 6215th April 1997 While seeking a loan, Darren hits a financial dead end. Jo flies back to the arms of Rob. Ruth gets suspicious because Ben is too interested in the Wilkinson family. 63 Episode 2833 Episode 6316th April 1997 Ruth continues to worry about Ben. Debbie and Wayne are getting closer, while Billy and Anne are drifting further apart. Toadie comes up with a brilliant way to make some fast money. 64 Episode 2834 Episode 6417th April 1997 Marlene is proving to be quite a handful as Karl's receptionist. Despite temptation, Darren manages to stay clear of crime. Toadie's money making schemes get him into trouble again. 65 Episode 2835 Episode 6518th April 1997 Toadie continues to beg - this time for forgiveness. Libby tries to drum up business for Karl. Darren confesses the truth about his business and discovers he has supporters. 66 Episode 2836 Episode 6621st April 1997 Toadie has found someone special, but can he keep up his web of deceit? Debbie refuses to see Wayne's shady character. The news of Anne's crush does little to please Billy. 67 Episode 2837 Episode 6722nd April 1997 Does Anne's crush on Ben spell the end for her and Billy? Debbie must face a few home truths about Wayne. Toadie endures a disastrous date that ends up with a kiss. 68 Episode 2838 Episode 6823rd April 1997 Ruth is worried that Ben is chasing after Anne. Toadie thinks he has to lie to keep his girlfriend. Marlene finally drives Karl mad as his receptionist at the surgery. 69 Episode 2839 Episode 6924th April 1997 Sarah's pushed too far at the pub. If Marlene hasn't quit, then Karl's going to have to fire her. Anne is shattered when Ben tells her she's still a kid. 70 Episode 2840 Episode 7025th April 1997 Anne comes clean with Ruth, over her infatuation with Ben. Sarah needs her confidence boosted. Marlene is determined to remain Karl's only receptionist. 71 Episode 2841 Episode 7128th April 1997 Marlene continues to thwart Karl's attempts to get a second receptionist. Appearances are deceiving where Toadie's romance with Rebecca is concerned. Anne learns the shocking truth about Ben. 72 Episode 2842 Episode 7229th April 1997 Marlene's caught out once and for all by Karl. The game could be up for Toadie and his romance with Becky. Discovering Ben is the child she adopted out is too much for Ruth. 73 Episode 2843 Episode 7330th April 1997 Becky surprises Toadie with a startling confession. Libby's new business venture gets off to a shaky start. Ben's revelation has turned Ruth's life upside down. 74 Episode 2844 Episode 741st May 1997 Billy gets roped into doing a job for Libby, with disastrous results. Darren and Debbie are developing a strong rapport. Ruth is clearly distressed by Ben's revelation and the whole family is affected. 75 Episode 2845 Episode 752nd May 1997 Debbie has trouble with a customer, while Libby has a strange job interview. Billy tries to help Anne through a tough time in her life. Ruth has some tough decisions to make. 76 Episode 2846 Episode 765th May 1997 Marlene sets Sarah up for a fall on her first day at work. Ben decides to stay on and get to know his biological family better. Libby gets off on the wrong foot with Rohan. 77 Episode 2847 Episode 776th May 1997 Sarah's first day at Karl's surgery is a disaster. Ben and Ruth open up to each other and Libby's attempt to be more than a house cleaner to Rohan backfires. 78 Episode 2848 Episode 787th May 1997 Ruth has began to accept she is Ben's mother. Libby breaks through some barriers with Rohan. Has Darren pushed things too far with Debbie? 79 Episode 2849 Episode 798th May 1997 Debbie rejects Darren's offer of romance - but has her decision been too hasty? Billy feels he has to change in order to keep Anne's heart. Toadie can't hide the truth from Rebecca any longer. 80 Episode 2850 Episode 809th May 1997 Darren and Debbie make the first tentative steps towards romance, while Toadie and Rebecca finally part, but not without a few more surprises. Billy's birthday lunch is ruined by Karl and Susan. 81 Episode 2851 Episode 8112th May 1997 Anne, Ben and Billy all make their peace. Darren helps out at the coffee shop, but his cooking turns out to be too hot to handle. Libby and Rohan have a shopping expedition which has disastrous results. 82 Episode 2852 Episode 8213th May 1997 Marlene finds out about a receptionist of the year competition and proceeds to drive Karl mad. Libby wants Rohan to move in with the Kennedy's. Anne and Ruth have an all out battle. 83 Episode 2853 Episode 8314th May 1997 Rohan finds his place in Ramsay Street. Marlene and Sarah's bickering is too much for Karl. Ann can't take family pressures any longer. 84 Episode 2854 Episode 8415th May 1997 Ruth and Anne come to a new understanding. Lou wants to get his hands on Lisa's netball team. Helen gets in the way of Darren and Debbie's romance. 85 Episode 2855 Episode 8516th May 1997 Susan gets the wrong idea about Billy and Toadie's night out. Lisa and Lou have some problems to work out regarding the netball team. Helen has had enough of being patronised. 86 Episode 2856 Episode 8619th May 1997 Lou finds a new opportunity with the netball team. Marlene calls the shots in the receptionist of the year competition - but Sarah won't give up. Rohan makes a dramatic decision about his life in Ramsay Street. 87 Episode 2857 Episode 8720th May 1997 Marlene's quick thinking wins her some points in the receptionist of the year competition. Lou is given a second chance to prove his worth as a netball coach. Libby and Rohan's trip to the country turns to disaster. 88 Episode 2858 Episode 8821st May 1997 Hannah finds she's in the way with everyone. Rohan overcomes his fear and gets help for the trapped Libby. Lance and Ben find a common interest - boxing! 89 Episode 2859 Episode 8922nd May 1997 Lance gets enthusiastic about his boxing fight with Ben. Toadie finally arrives home from his long weekend at Wonthaggi - with a mysterious parcel! 90 Episode 2860 Episode 9023rd May 1997 The kids find the perfect location to set up the flying fox. Helen proves she's able to look after herself. Lance pays no attention to Ruth or Ben when it comes to boxing. 91 Episode 2861 Episode 9126th May 1997 Lance is determined not to give up his boxing dream, that is until Karl has a chat to him. Susan takes Mal's video letter just a little too seriously. 92 Episode 2862 Episode 9227th May 1997 Lance and Billy have a fight to prove a point. Susan and Karl have much to work through, dealing with the emotional dilemma of seeing their children grow up and eventually leave home. 93 Episode 2863 Episode 9328th May 1997 Ruth has to deal with Lance's desire to box, while Libby cheers Rohan up with a day out. 94 Episode 2864 Episode 9429th May 1997 Lou gears up for his inaugural bus-restaurant ride. Libby tries therapy on Rohan with devastating results. Meanwhile, Debbie is resentful of Libby getting too close to Darren. 95 Episode 2865 Episode 9530th May 1997 Lou finally gets the bus up and running, but not for long! Libby is confused about her feelings for Rohan, while Darren and Debbie's new relationship seems to be floundering. 96 Episode 2866 Episode 962nd June 1997 Lou's expecting a brilliant newspaper review about his bus, but he's in for a surprise. Debbie breaks off with Darren, only to be forced to rethink her decision. Libby tells Rohan her true feelings - but how will he respond? 97 Episode 2867 Episode 973rd June 1997 Debbie and Darren repair their relationship with a new set of ground rules. Libby is shattered when Rohan tells her he needs more time to think things through. Marlene tries to patch up Lou's bus problems without much success. 98 Episode 2868 Episode 984th June 1997 Debbie and Darren finally find some time alone. Lou decides to throw a party and the whole of Ramsay street is invited. Billy, Toadie and Hannah search for ideas on how to avoid being grounded. 99 Episode 2869 Episode 995th June 1997 Susan shocks Karl when she says she wants another baby. Lance finally gets in the boxing ring. Toadie, Billy and Hannah sign themselves up for the school debate team as a way of getting out of their grounding punishment. 100 Episode 2870 Episode 1006th June 1997 Karl is forced to make a decision about having another baby. Lance has taken a battering with his first spar, which ultimately encourages him to see Ben's advice in a new light. Toadie and Anne join ranks over a school debate, much to Billy's disapproval. 101 Episode 2871 Episode 1019th June 1997 Lou sees a way to make some fast money using Helen's art. With Susan keen to have another baby, Karl is forced to make a tough decision. Lance and Ruth are headed for a disastrous car crash. 102 Episode 2872 Episode 10210th June 1997 Ben is afraid of Lance cramping his style. Darren and Debbie start to realise their relationship is not normal. Helen is shattered when she discovers she'll never be able to paint like she used to. 103 Episode 2873 Episode 10311th June 1997 Hannah is feeling left out from the netball team. Rohan helps Helen realise she's far from useless. Billy's plan to prove Anne wrong in the debate falls way short of the mark. 104 Episode 2874 Episode 10412th June 1997 Marlene is dismayed with the finalist for the Erinsborough Receptionist of the Year competition. Billy is desperate to get Anne's forgiveness after his thoughtless prank. Susan receives news about her plans for another baby. 105 Episode 2875 Episode 10513th June 1997 Will Sarah be enticed away from surgery by a modelling offer? The kids decide to sabotage the school debate. Susan is told she may have some complications with getting pregnant, but she is determined to have a baby. 106 Episode 2876 Episode 10616th June 1997 Karl and Susan continue the debate about another baby. Darren and Debbie find getting time alone difficult. Libby proves to Rohan she's over Darren. 107 Episode 2877 Episode 10717th June 1997 Billy notices his parents' odd behaviour and is worried they have changed their mind about having a baby. Libby pledges her love for Rohan prematurely. Lisa takes the result of the netball final to heart. 108 Episode 2878 Episode 10818th June 1997 The netball team lose control on Lou's bus. Sarah asks Ben to find her a cheap second hand car and upon looking for one, decides with Ruth's permission to buy an old bomb for Anne and Lance. Ruth and Phil plan a camping holiday with the kids who are less than excited. 109 Episode 2879 Episode 10919th June 1997 Ben's mechanical repairs turn Number Thirty into a car yard. Ruth, Phil and the kids go camping and have a terrible time. A burglar breaks into the Robinson house and terrorises Helen. 110 Episode 2880 Episode 11020th June 1997 While camping Anne is certain she sees a snake but a search fails to find it. Karl refuses to let Susan have a baby if it means her life will be in danger. Helen gets to know the burgler. 111 Episode 2881 Episode 11123rd June 1997 Debbie decides to cheer Lisa up with a friendly netball game. Billy pawns his bike and watch to pay for an expensive birthday gift for Anne. Meanwhile, a snake is discovered in Ruth's house. 112 Episode 2882 Episode 11224th June 1997 Ruth, Lance and Anne can't escape from a snake. Deb tries to cheer up Lisa but all goes wrong. Karl finds out that Billy's pawned his bike so he can buy an expensive gift. 113 Episode 2883 Episode 11325th June 1997 Lance tries to protect Anne from a snake and ends up getting bitten himself. Jamie-Lee worms her way into Helen's life, while Libby thinks Sarah and Rohan are seeing each other behind her back. 114 Episode 2884 Episode 11426th June 1997 Libby and Rohan sort out their relationship. Marlene joins a dating agency and Lou follows suit. Lou is also worried that Helen is being lead astray by Jamie. 115 Episode 2885 Episode 11527th June 1997 Lou counts his chickens too early with the dating service and his problems with the bus appear to have gone up in smoke. Is Libby and Darren's relationship really over? 116 Episode 2886 Episode 11630th June 1997 Sarah becomes fascinated with Karl's medical journals. Toadie sees a new side to Jamie-Lee. Lou's nonchalant attitude to the bus burning has got a few people in Ramsay Street talking. 117 Episode 2887 Episode 1171st July 1997 Sarah remains convinced she's seriously ill as she investigates symptoms through Karl's medical journals. Toadie realises what's keeping Jamie away from her family. Detectives continue to investigate the deliberate burning of Lou's bus. 118 Episode 2888 Episode 1182nd July 1997 Helen supports Lou as the detectives point their finger at him for the arson attack. Ruth reacts badly when Billy gives Anne an expensive gift for her birthday. 119 Episode 2889 Episode 1193rd July 1997 Debbie finally faces up to the fact that her relationship with Darren is never going to amount to anything. Ruth decides that Phil needs to attend a therapy group for some assertiveness training. 120 Episode 2890 Episode 1204th July 1997 Billy's horse is galloping out of control and Anne sets off after him. Darren confronts Libby to apologise and tell her just how much she means to him. Phil takes advice from Ruth and attends classes to learn how to be more assertive. 121 Episode 2891 Episode 1217th July 1997 Billy and Anne have a lot of explaining to do after the horse riding camp. Debbie and Lisa get into a very embarrassing situation. Ruth decides to take the family away from Erinsborough. 122 Episode 2892 Episode 1228th July 1997 No one can change Ruth's mind with regards to moving from Erinsborough. She does however confess to Susan why she wants to leave. Darren is about to get crushed in a lift. 123 Episode 2893 Episode 1239th July 1997 Toadie helps Lance to get a date. Libby and Darren confront their feelings for each other with little success. Lou throws Marlene out of the house for doubting his innocence over the burning of the bus. 124 Episode 2894 Episode 12410th July 1997 Lou is cleared of suspicion surrounding the bus fire - but at a price. Marlene and Lou are far from patching things up. Lance learns a lesson in love. 125 Episode 2895 Episode 12511th July 1997 Sarah has an emergency at the surgery. Phil and Karl try to patch up their friendship with Lou. Lance decides not to get an earring, but will he fit into Amy's circle of friends? 126 Episode 2896 Episode 12614th July 1997 Ruth is determined to leave Ramsay Street. Amy introduces Lance to the cool group at school who seem to know all about his lovelife. Billy plays a trick on Lisa to catch her out. 127 Episode 2897 Episode 12715th July 1997 Lance feels like he's dating not just Amy, but all of her friends. Billy's trick catches Lisa out with dire consequences. Anne tries to get Phil and Ruth back together. 128 Episode 2898 Episode 12816th July 1997 Lance and Anne put the pressure on Ruth to change her mind about moving away from Erinsborough. Lance realises he has to be totally honest with Amy about every little thing and admits it's the price he has to pay for going out with a great girl. 129 Episode 2899 Episode 12917th July 1997 Toadie and Hannah manage to get their hands on a juke box. Darren refuses to give up on Libby and tries to talk sense to her about her class cutting. Lou, Karl and Phil are enjoying a day of fishing when suddenly the motor on their boat fails. 130 Episode 2900 Episode 13018th July 1997 Toadie's genius money-making days are over after he discovers the jukebox he bought doesn't work. Marlene goes on her first date arranged by her dating agency and everything seems fine until Lloyd meets Debbie 131 Episode 2901 Episode 13121st July 1997 It's a case of the green-eyed monster for Marlene. The search party is still on, with Karl still missing - will he be found dead or alive? 132 Episode 2902 Episode 13222nd July 1997 Karl has gone through a personality metamorphosis after his recent disappearance. Lance lets Anne take the wrap for Amy and her mates 133 Episode 2903 Episode 13323rd July 1997 Helen's date with Lloyd ends with Philip concerned for her well being. Lance owns up to the school prank and risks his relationship with Amy. 134 Episode 2904 Episode 13424th July 1997 Harold thinks his tuba teacher is a suspicious criminal. Toadie and Hannah resort to desperate measures to raise money for their juke box. Ben thinks Lisa's in love with him. 135 Episode 2905 Episode 13525th July 1997 Lisa bids Ramsay Street goodbye. Toadie and Hannah have an important meeting at the bank. Has Ben been given an offer too good to refuse? 136 Episode 2906 Episode 13628th July 1997 Ben and Lou need a third party in the new business venture. Sarah finds a dog and it causes havoc in the house. Harold strikes up the band. 137 Episode 2907 Episode 13729th July 1997 Ben can't help but become attached to Arthur. Ruth is about to become Karl's new workmate and Lance finally stands up to Amy's friends. 138 Episode 2908 Episode 13830th July 1997 Amy's friends cause more trouble for Lance. Ruth decides to redecorate Karl's surgery. Lou and Marlene both plan a romantic dinner at home. 139 Episode 2909 Episode 13931st July 1997 Both Lou and Marlene are stood up from their dates. Harold's tuba days could be over. Libby and Darren seem destined to be off side. 140 Episode 2910 Episode 1401st August 1997 Karl volunteers to be a football umpire to the embarrassment of Toadie and Billy. Libby is forced to apologise to Darren. Helen finally reveals her secret. 141 Episode 2911 Episode 1414th August 1997 Debbie draws the footy crowd with pizza. Helen's worried the family wants her out. Karl and Billy disagree on the footy field. 142 Episode 2912 Episode 1425th August 1997 Can Billy forgive Karl over the footy mishap? Meanwhile, Toadie is out eaten. Food poisoning strikes the coffee shop. 143 Episode 2913 Episode 1436th August 1997 The coffee shop food poisoning scare threatens Debbie and Libby's friendship. Is Ben and Sarah's new housemate as boring as he appears? Harold passes the band audition. 144 Episode 2914 Episode 1447th August 1997 Ben and Sarah's new flatmate turns out to be quite a dark horse. Madge tries her best to persuade Harold to return to Queensland with her while Ben's worst fears about Lou's garage plans have come true. 145 Episode 2915 Episode 1458th August 1997 Harold thinks Lou has spiked his drink. A girlie calender in Lou's garage does not go unnoticed. Lance is caught breaking into the nursery. 146 Episode 2916 Episode 14611th August 1997 Lance gets in trouble for breaking into the nursery and Ruth is surprised when she accidentally bumps into an old flame. Libby is saved from a fall by a quick thinking Darren. 147 Episode 2917 Episode 14712th August 1997 Phil is becoming jealous of Ruth's friendship with Alistair. Meanwhile, Robert does his ventriloquist act for Sarah and Ben, while Arthur the dog, takes a dislike to the dummy and tears it to shreds. Libby has one fight too many with Karl and decides to move out. 148 Episode 2918 Episode 14813th August 1997 Sarah faces a difficult decision regarding Arthur. Harold gets a job at the coffee shop but is Debbie's business in jeopardy? Darren is having a hard time being 'just' friends with Libby. 149 Episode 2919 Episode 14914th August 1997 Hannah has an artful plan to keep Helen from going to a retirement home. Debbie holds a competition for the coffee shop lease while Billy steals Toadie's dream job. 150 Episode 2920 Episode 15015th August 1997 Toadie forgives Billy for taking the pool job but Anne's got concerns of her own. Debbie relinquishes her bid on the coffee shop lease while Anne has an interesting proposition for Billy. 151 Episode 2921 Episode 15118th August 1997 Debbie finds working with Madge and Harold a nightmare. Ruth's romance heats up with Alistair. Meanwhile, Harold catches Billy with his pants down. 152 Episode 2922 Episode 15219th August 1997 Madge and Harold take over the Coffee Shop Lease and if Debbie is to keep her job, she must swallow her pride. Alistair's overnight stay at Ruth's doesn't go unnoticed in Ramsay Street. Meanwhile, Anne's portrait of Billy shows more than he bargained for. 153 Episode 2923 Episode 15320th August 1997 Darren and Libby pull together during a crisis. Anne's painting of Billy in his bathers causes trouble. Toadie's jokes in school prompt Susan to teach him a valuable lesson. 154 Episode 2924 Episode 15421st August 1997 Toadie can't get out of a trashy job. Darren makes a move on Libby. Meanwhile, Ben discovers a new admirer. 155 Episode 2925 Episode 15522nd August 1997 Helen manages to steal a look at Hannah's essay and is amazed to discover just how much Hannah depends on her. Meanwhile, Lance's ego jeopardises his relationship with Amy? 156 Episode 2926 Episode 15625th August 1997 Sarah's under pressure from Ben to let Angela move into Number Thirty but she doesn't like the idea as new couples' can spell trouble. Meanwhile, Alistair has dinner with Ruth and offers advice to Lance about how to handle his relationships. 157 Episode 2927 Episode 15726th August 1997 Lance has got himself into more hot water with Amy by pretending that he really does have a secret admirer. Will Sarah agree to give Angela a trial run at Number Thirty. Ben is sure that once Angela moves in, Sarah will be delighted. 158 Episode 2928 Episode 15827th August 1997 Lance and Amy don't seem to be getting any closer to a reconciliation. However, following Ben's advice, Lance devises a plan to win her back. Debbie gets reinstated as manager of the Coffee Shop but is warned about introducing the jukebox into the shop. 159 Episode 2929 Episode 15928th August 1997 When Harold is electrocuted by the jukebox and taken to hospital, Madge remains adamant that the jukebox must go. The kids are shattered and ultimately Debbie protests and quits her job in the process. 160 Episode 2930 Episode 16029th August 1997 Debbie declares war on the Coffee Shop and decides to open a lunch cart at Lassiters. Anne is mortified after failing her learner's permit test. She was the one who said only a total idiot could fail. 161 Episode 2931 Episode 1611st September 1997 Debbie has no intention of giving up her food trolley at Lassiter's and Madge is furious. She's stealing all the coffee shop customers! Lance decides to take his mother's romantic life in hand and get Ruth and Philip back together. 162 Episode 2932 Episode 1622nd September 1997 The icy rift between Madge in the Coffee Shop and Debbie with her lunch trolley, is getting wider. They match up to each other with price cutting and free offers. Harold is very alarmed! The stunt Hannah and Lance are scheming for Ruth and Phil results in a major flood in the kitchen. 163 Episode 2933 Episode 1633rd September 1997 The coffee shop price war is hotting up as Madge offers Debbie to give up the lunch cart by offering further discounts to Coffee Shop customers. Meanwhile, Darren and Libby have come to the brink of an emotional reunion but can they face up to their true feelings. 164 Episode 2934 Episode 1644th September 1997 Marlene is so envious of Sarah studying, she considers taking a course as well. Ben and Sarah begin interviewing applicants for another room-mate. A young policeman, Matt, impresses Sarah but not Ben when he's later pulled over for driving an unregistered car. 165 Episode 2935 Episode 1655th September 1997 Marlene is quickly becoming obsessed with her new found love of the Italian language and its driving Karl crazy. Meanwhile, after Sarah offers Matt to move into Number Thirty, Ben gets all set to tell him he can't, however, Ben hasn't got a leg to stand on when Matt apologises for booking him. 166 Episode 2936 Episode 1668th September 1997 Claire Girard, moves in with Madge and Harold. Though impressing everyone with her friendly and outgoing personality, Madge becomes sceptical. While the jukebox looks like being a raging success for Toadie and Hannah, Debbie's business seems to be at a loss. 167 Episode 2937 Episode 1679th September 1997 Madge thinks she's won the Coffee Shop feud when she sees Debbie packing up her things, however, Lou and Debbie make a deal which will benefit them all. Meanwhile, Claire helps Hannah attract the man of her dreams, Jack. 168 Episode 2938 Episode 16810th September 1997 After a disastrous meeting at the Coffee Shop with Jack, Hannah is convinced her chances with him are zero. It would appear he's far more interested in Claire. Billy and Anne are pleased with the little secret of their night time swim together, until they discover their rendezvous was captured on film. 169 Episode 2939 Episode 16911th September 1997 Matt's discovery of a suspect engine at Lou's garage prompts a police search, much to Ben's disgust. Darren is preparing to leave for Byron Bay but the unresolved tension continues to mount between him and Libby. 170 Episode 2940 Episode 17012th September 1997 Sarah and Matt realise they are enormously attracted to one another but there's no way they can entertain a relationship whilst Matt lives at Number Thirty. As Darren leaves Ramsay Street, Libby rushes to stop him. 171 Episode 2941 Episode 17115th September 1997 Libby manages to catch Darren's bus before it's travelled too far but does he love Libby enough to stay in Erinsborough? Meanwhile, Claire decides to help love along between Jack and Hannah but is she setting Hannah up for a big fall? 172 Episode 2942 Episode 17216th September 1997 Things are looking good for Hannah and Jack, even though Jack is unaware of her real age. How long can she keep it a secret or will someone spill the beans? Sarah is on dangerous grounds keeping secrets from Ben. 173 Episode 2943 Episode 17317th September 1997 Sarah and Matt have a wonderful time at the Police Graduation Ball and realise they're more than just friends. But how can they hide this from Ben? Meanwhile, Billy is treating Anne like dirt and if he's not careful, he will lose her forever! 174 Episode 2944 Episode 17418th September 1997 Ben's suspicions as to Matt and Sarah's relationship are increasing. He's going to get to the bottom of it once and for all but will Sarah beat him at his own game. Will the school car rally turn to tragedy? 175 Episode 2945 Episode 17519th September 1997 Will Billy be involved in a serious road accident? Harold and Madge are shocked to learn they must close down the Coffee Shop. Does Debbie have the answer to their problems? 176 Episode 2946 Episode 17622nd September 1997 Anne and Billy enter themselves into a competition to find out if they are the perfect couple. Hannah has money to burn and Claire knows exactly how to help her spend it. 177 Episode 2947 Episode 17723rd September 1997 It's out and out war between Hannah and her father over how she should spend her money. Amy forces Lance into buying her a present with disastrous results. 178 Episode 2948 Episode 17824th September 1997 Lance and Anne are home alone and Toadie sees it as the perfect opportunity to have the party of the century with serious repercussions. 179 Episode 2949 Episode 17925th September 1997 Lance's party is going off, that is until the police arrive. Who has dobbed him in? Sarah decides to come clean about her affair with Matt but how will Ben react? What is the secret Libby is hiding from her family? 180 Episode 2950 Episode 18026th September 1997 Can Lance and Anne hide the damage left by the party before their mother gets home? Can Matt talk Ben into letting him stay on in Ramsay Street and will a betrayal of trust ruin Darren and Libby's relationship? 181 Episode 2951 Episode 18129th September 1997 Ben's sister, Caitlin, arrives earlier than planned and is already making enemies. Matt's got some shocking news and it involves Sarah! 182 Episode 2952 Episode 18230th September 1997 The rivalry between Caitlin and Anne is heating up and Billy is caught in the middle. Sarah faces an important decision, will she give up everything for love? 183 Episode 2953 Episode 1831st October 1997 It's crunch time for Matt and Sarah, will their romance survive or is it time for goodbye? Claire's got a devious plan and it's going to get Hannah and Lance into a lot of trouble. 184 Episode 2954 Episode 1842nd October 1997 Madge catches Claire red handed. Will she sell her friend out to save herself? Toadie faces a cash crisis. Lance's surprise for Amy turns into disaster. 185 Episode 2955 Episode 1853rd October 1997 Will Lance convince his mother to let Amy stay the night? Can Darren resist a showdown when he meets with an old enemy? 186 Episode 2956 Episode 1866th October 1997 Lance and Amy get their wish - Amy is allowed to sleep over but she has more than sleeping in mind. Billy and Anne are chosen as the finalists in the Teen Girl Couple competition but Billy wants nothing to do with it. Will Anne find a substitute for Billy? 187 Episode 2957 Episode 1877th October 1997 Anne and Lance pose together as a couple for a magazine competition but things go unexpectedly when they're asked to kiss. Libby and Darren's romantic plans are ruined once again and Libby is forced to compete with Martin for Darren's attention. 188 Episode 2958 Episode 1888th October 1997 What starts out as a romantic day alone for Lance and Amy, ends up being a torturous affair. Claire's idle hands turn to mischief once again but when caught red-handed, Claire begs Hannah to take the blame. Will she do it? 189 Episode 2959 Episode 1899th October 1997 Sarah discovers an expensive jewellery box in Matt's shopping bags. Is he about to propose? Nobody believes Hannah is really responsible for the trouble at the Coffee Shop. Can Debbie get to the truth? 190 Episode 2960 Episode 19010th October 1997 Is Matt going to propose to Sarah, or will she spoil all his plans? Caitlin secretly tells Anne that she has the hots for Billy and she had better watch out! 191 Episode 2961 Episode 19113th October 1997 Caitlin feels unwanted in Ramsay Street. An age-old feud between the Ramsay and Robinson descendents re-appears. Anne is convinced Caitlin is out to steal Billy. 192 Episode 2962 Episode 19214th October 1997 Harold throws in his job to pursue a matter of pride. Marlene leaves Ramsay Street for the high seas. Anne fears Caitlin means business with Billy. 193 Episode 2963 Episode 19315th October 1997 Billy chooses between Anne's love and Caitlin's friendship. Is Libby jealous of the friendship growing between Darren and Martin? Susan leads the fight for the school, but will she be around to see it? 194 Episode 2964 Episode 19416th October 1997 Sarah farewells Matt. Susan's loyalties are divided by the offer of a lifetime. Lance gets framed by Jacinta. 195 Helen Daniels' Passing Episode 19517th October 1997 Lance tries to get Amy to trick Jacinta into telling her the truth, but Amy says she will not tell her. Jacinta, Cara and Mitch are discussing her confrontation with Lance when Amy comes in wanting to talk Jacinta in private. Amy now pleads for Lance but Jacinta tells her that she has broken the group up with her relationship with Lance. 196 Episode 2966 Episode 19620th October 1997 After hearing of Helen's death Michael, Philip's eldest son, drives through the night to join his family at this tragic time of loss. Rosemary also arrives from America and proves to be very supportive during Hannah's disappearance. 197 Episode 2967 Episode 19721st October 1997 Will Hannah and Claire be discovered in Ben's garage before it's too late? Harold is writing a eulogy about Helen and is finding it very difficult. However, we are treated to some memorable scenes from Helen's time on the show. 198 Episode 2968 Episode 19822nd October 1997 Helen's memorial service brings everyone together for a last farewell. Michael's return to Ramsay Street gives Debbie cause for reflection and his talk of peace and tranquillity in the countryside brings her to a decision. 199 Episode 2969 Episode 19923rd October 1997 Anne's first modelling assignment with Teen Girl is to illustrate a story, however, she experiences a tragic start. Parenthood is proving too much for Ben as Caitlin moves in to Number Thirty. 200 Episode 2970 Episode 20024th October 1997 Ben's at his wit's end when it comes to making Caitlin behave like a proper housemate. He is further shocked when Caitlin reveals to Sarah personal family secrets about him as a teenager. 201 Episode 2971 Episode 20127th October 1997 Harold has to hide his unemployment from Madge. Toadie's pranking backfires. Billy's subconscious is straying from Anne. 202 Episode 2972 Episode 20228th October 1997 Harold maintains the charade of a man with a job. Can Anne stay true to Billy? Caitlin and Mandi are caught out. 203 Episode 2973 Episode 20329th October 1997 Karl tries desperate measures to keep Susan in Erinsborough. Ben plays reluctant parent to Caitlin. Sleepless nights for Hannah. 204 Episode 2974 Episode 20430th October 1997 Hannah says goodbye to Claire. Toadie out-pranks himself. Darren has a life threatening fall at work. 205 Episode 2975 Episode 20531st October 1997 Darren's injuries need some expert care. Libby has to cope with missing her first uni exam. Muck up day goes horribly wrong. 206 Episode 2976 Episode 2063rd November 1997 Ben's temper leads to trouble at the racetrack. Harold is finding lying to Madge about his work more and more difficult. Toadie confesses to the school prank that risked people's lives. 207 Episode 2977 Episode 2074th November 1997 Toadie's shame drives him away. Harold's caught out over his fictitious job. Ben loses his nerve on the track. 208 Episode 2978 Episode 2085th November 1997 Ben decides he'll stick with racing. Lance isn't happy about his Dad's impending marriage. Sarah and Matt call it quits. Ruth and Phil are reunited. 209 Episode 2979 Episode 2096th November 1997 Phil and Ruth are back together. Darren gets involved in a flower mix-up. Caitlin meets James and they hit it off big time. 210 Episode 2980 Episode 2107th November 1997 James and Caitlin's friendship moves quickly. Harold tells Madge the truth about his job. Toadie's hiding place is revealed. 211 Episode 2981 Episode 21110th November 1997 Darren meets the boss from hell. Philip, Hannah and Ruth take to the country. Billy and Toadie fall out over Toadie's disappearance. 212 Episode 2982 Episode 21211th November 1997 Philip and Ruth's trip to the country turns sour. Sondra pushes Darren to the limit. Toadie's goose is about to be cooked. 213 Episode 2983 Episode 21312th November 1997 Toadie returns home, but Billy's not impressed. Caitlin and Mandi convince Harold to take in a boarder, but will they take in Mandi? Billy's torn - is he in love with two girls? 214 Episode 2984 Episode 21413th November 1997 Are Madge and Harold going to become foster parents? Bob's back to stay with Sarah - for good. Billy's crush on Caitlin is no longer a secret. 215 Episode 2985 Episode 21514th November 1997 Sarah has a terrible dream. Harold and Madge have a new member of the family. Will Billy go to Sydney? 216 Episode 2986 Episode 21617th November 1997 Hannah is finding it almost impossible to drag herself away from the Internet and her new boyfriend. Billy decides to let Anne have the final say on whether he tries out for the local swim team's trip to Sydney. 217 Episode 2987 Episode 21718th November 1997 Toadie decides the time has come for him to move out of the Kennedy house and move into Number Thirty. However, Ben doesn't like the idea and instead suggests Toadie move in with Lou. 218 Episode 2988 Episode 21819th November 1997 Without her father's permission, Hannah installs an additional phone line to cope with her incessant Internet use. Libby confronts Sondra about flirting with Darren but is forced to question Darren's motives instead. 219 Episode 2989 Episode 21920th November 1997 Billy is revved up for the big try out for the swim meet in Sydney. Will he make the team? Meanwhile, Anne admits to Toadie that she's paranoid about Caitlin being on the swim team. 220 Episode 2990 Episode 22021st November 1997 Anne is outraged at Billy after discovering, thanks to Toadie, that Billy has feelings for Caitlin. Will Anne ever forgive him? Meanwhile, Hannah is shocked when her Internet love suddenly arrives. Is he what she expected? 221 Episode 2991 Episode 22124th November 1997 Hannah is desperate for Mike to stay at her house but they first have to get around Phil. Lance is roped into a cricket game with Amy's brother and is scared of making a fool of himself. 222 Episode 2992 Episode 22225th November 1997 Lance is feeling shattered after his dismal performance on the cricket pitch with Amy's brother. Susan and Darren urge Libby to find out how she went with her University exams. 223 Episode 2993 Episode 22326th November 1997 Libby feels it might be time to throw in the academic towel, following her exam results. Hannah realises that Mike was more exciting on the Internet, than in Erinsborough. 224 Episode 2994 Episode 22427th November 1997 Billy and the swim team are having a great time in Sydney and Billy is getting especially close with Caitlin. Should Anne be worried? Meanwhile, after checking the takings from the jukebox, Toadie discovers he's being rorted. 225 Kark Kisses Sarah Episode 22528th November 1997 Anne tells Ruth she needs her to let her do something. She needs to talk to Billy, face-to-face. She promises that if Anne rings she'll leave, but Billy doubts she will. Billy tells Caitlin she should go and get her shower, but Caitlin says she can always have one here - 'isn't his shower big enough for two?'