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The ins and outs of the classroom lives of a group of students who attend the fictional Hartley High School in Sydney.
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The ins and outs of the classroom lives of a group of students who attend the fictional Hartley High School in Sydney.
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Episode 1
Christina Milano, Hartley High's young new English and history teacher, has difficulties gaining control of her first class until a brawl in the schoolyard gives her the opportunity to win the respect of her students. New student Jodie Cooper catches the eye of Nick Poulos.
Directed by Michael JenkinsWritten by Peter NealeGuest stars Jon Pollard, Jane Harders, George Rubiu, Karise Sawyers, Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Elly Varrenti, Isabella Gutierrez
Episode 2
The banning of Jodie's incendiary rap song sparks a freedom-of-speech revolt among the students. Nick, Rose and Jodie lead their fellow students in a strike and Deloraine counters with the threat of suspensions for all those involved. The dispute is amicably settled with everyone getting their demands met — except for Con who doesn't get the soccer team he wanted, he does however get Danielle and Steve back together in time for Valentine's Day.
Directed by Michael JenkinsWritten by Tim GoodingGuest stars Jon Pollard, Daniel Taylor, Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Elly Varrenti, Ricky Natapradja, Bobby Natapradja, Isabella Gutierrez
Episode 3
Christina gets approval for a school soccer team by volunteering to be its coach. Con borrows an amplifier from his uncle to allow Jodie to make a demo tape of her songs. Danielle creates some controversy when she asks to try out for the new soccer team. Rumours about Nick and Jodie's relationship make their way through the school.
Directed by Graham ThorburnWritten by David PhillipsGuest stars Jon Pollard, John Lucantonio, Jane Harders, George Rubiu, Nicholas Garsden, Daniel Taylor, Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele
Episode 4
Nick spends the night with Jodie, causing his parents to worry about his absence. Southgate helps Rivers deal with the cops when they want to question him about a stolen car. Chaka worries about her presence in the stolen vehicle being revealed to the police.
Directed by Graham ThorburnWritten by Craig WilkinsGuest stars Jon Pollard, Jane Harders, George Rubiu, Nicholas Garsden, Hugh Baldwin, Elly Varrenti, Isabella Gutierrez, Richard Hill
Episode 5
After leaving home following an argument with his father, Nick moves in with Jodie and begins looking for a job so that he can drop out of school. A record company executive takes an interest in Jodie and offers her a job with a rock band in Melbourne. Christina reproaches Marco for his constant unannounced and inconsiderate drop-ins, reminding him that she lives with Yola, not him.
Directed by Ian GilmourWritten by Michael CoveGuest stars Jon Pollard, Nicholas Garsden, Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Elly Varrenti, Isabella Gutierrez, Daniel Taylor, Pat Loria
Episode 6
The burden of her family responsibilities cause Chaka to behave erratically at school but attract the attention of her friends who rally to support her. Marco presses Christina to set a wedding date.
Directed by Ian GilmourWritten by Michael CoveGuest stars Jon Pollard, Nicholas Garsden, Jan Adele, Elly Varrenti, Isabella Gutierrez, Craig Wing, Sharon Muscat, Damian Monk
Episode 7
Low morale threatens to destroy the school's poorly performing soccer team until Christina seeks help from George, a former professional player, who is reluctant to become involved. Hartley's new debating team, composed of Rose, Con, and Chaka, debate another school on the merits of Australia becoming a republic.
Directed by Shirley BarrettWritten by Leon SaundersGuest stars Chris Baz, Tim Campbell, Sarah Chivell, Hugh Baldwin, Elly Varrenti, Isabella Gutierrez, Russell Byrne
Episode 8
George, Nick, and Effie are devastated by Ireni's sudden and tragic death. Steve's disclosure to Nick of information regarding his mother's car accident leads Nick down a path that ends with him assaulting a police officer.
Directed by Shirley BarrettWritten by Sally WebbGuest stars Barbara Gouskos, Francesco Caudullo, Matthew Lilley, Mark Fitzpatrick, Father Con, Elly Varrenti, Isabella Gutierrez
Episode 9
Con tries to get new uniforms for the soccer team in time for their last match while his mother arranges for a woman to help out at the Poulos' home. Steve is forced to miss rugby training to sit an exam, a decision that upsets Southgate and threatens Steve's spot on the team.
Directed by Andrew ProwseWritten by Tony MorphettGuest stars Jon Pollard, Patrick Thompson, Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Isabella Gutierrez, Russell Byrne, Peta Toppano
Episode 10
Nick hits Jodie after she confesses to a romantic fling in Melbourne. Christina's future with Marco is thrown into doubt when he announces a promotion that will take him to Perth. A new drama teacher arrives at Hartley and quickly attracts the attentions of his female students.
Directed by Andrew ProwseWritten by Joan SauersGuest stars Nicholas Garsden, Peter Phelps, David Lane, Hugh Baldwin, Isabella Gutierrez, Peta Toppano
Episode 11
Phil confides a secret about his past to Rose, who has a crush on him. Stella quits as the Poulos's housekeeper after getting in an argument with George in which he questions her decision to leave her failed marriage. Steve and Rivers are forced to work together when they are given the task of cleaning up the school yard when Deloraine catches them fighting.
Directed by Karl ZwickyWritten by Margaret KellyGuest stars Jon Pollard, Peter Phelps, Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Isabella Gutierrez, Peta Toppano
Episode 12
Yola's attempt to advise a pregnant Nicole causes a professional crisis when the girl's condition is revealed. Rose spots Christina and Phil cavorting on the beach. On their first date, Rivers takes Chaka to an expensive restaurant.
Directed by Karl ZwickyWritten by David PhillipsGuest stars Jon Pollard, Giordano Gangl, John Paramor, Peter Phelps, Jennifer Hardy, Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Isabella Gutierrez
Episode 13
After learning about Phil's past relationship with a student, Christina decides they can have no future together and Phil makes the decision to resign. Jodie rallies her fellow students to save the school's music programme. Nick's father invites Jodie to stay at the Poulos home while her rowdy sister is in town.
Directed by Ian GilmourWritten by Sally WebbGuest stars Peter Phelps, John Clayton, Hugh Baldwin, Isabella Gutierrez, Peta Toppano
Episode 14
Verbal and physical harassment over a misconstrued encounter with a young student causes Graham to have doubts about continuing to teach at Hartley. Chaka's father speaks to the students about oppression and violence. Chaka makes the difficult decision about whether to remain at Hartley or move north to Darwin with her family.
Directed by Ian GilmourWritten by Tim GoodingGuest stars Jon Pollard, Geoff Morrell, Frederick Miragliotta, Ryan O'Hara, Jason Leeuw, Owen Walsh, Hugh Baldwin, Isabella Gutierrez
Episode 15
Their friends try to get Rose and Jack together for the school dance. Yola and Southgate are locked in a storage cupboard. Con arranges for Jodie to perform at the dance.
Directed by Shirley BarrettWritten by Craig WilkinsGuest stars Joy Smithers, Lynda O'Brien, Jan Adele, Peta Toppano, Joe Fidow, Richard Matila, Eric Palu, Jay Whitmore
Episode 16
Stella's daughter Katerina shows up unexpectedly and starts making life uncomfortable for both Nick and her mother. Rose's father forbids her to continue dating Jack.
Directed by Shirley BarrettWritten by James LeeGuest stars Ada Nicodemou, Luke Battah, Sal Sharah, Peta Toppano
Episode 17
Southgate decides to resign after he reacts violently during a confrontation with Katerina. Yola's involvement with a married man bothers Christina. Con heads up the effort to make a video clip for Jodie's latest song.
Directed by Andrew ProwseWritten by Greg MillinGuest stars Ada Nicodemou, Ned Manning, Yvette Alcott, Jeremy Greenwood, Peta Toppano
Episode 18
The head gardener at the nursery where Nick and Danielle are participating in a work experience programme has a heart attack. Con arranges for Jodie and himself to work at a recording studio and lands her a job singing jingles. A lack of attention from their respective partners helps to bring Nick and Dani together.
Directed by Andrew ProwseWritten by Helen SteelGuest stars Ada Nicodemou, Graham Rouse, Nic Gazzana, Quinton George, Alexandra Brunning, Jan Adele, Peta Toppano
Episode 19
While trying to earn some extra money, Rivers unknowingly buys some stolen car parts through Con, then refuses to name his supplier when the police charge him.
Directed by Karl ZwickyWritten by Peter NealeGuest stars Ada Nicodemou, Alan Cinis, Ron Graham, Robyn Moase, Jan Adele
Episode 20
While serving as acting principal, Southgate institutes a series of strict policy changes as a means of preventing the possible closing of the school. Steve learns of Nick and Danielle's blossoming relationship while on a school trip and lands in hospital after a scuffle with Nick.
Directed by Karl ZwickyWritten by Leon SaundersGuest stars Ada Nicodemou, John Clayton, Hugh Baldwin
Episode 21
A phantom blader plays a cat-and-mouse game with Southgate after the acting principal bans inline skating at Hartley; tensions are palpable among members of the gang. Jack's grades earn him an invitation to attend a selective highschool.
Directed by Ian GilmourWritten by Tim GoodingGuest stars Jon Pollard, Ron Graham, Fatt Bob
Episode 22
After Rose announces that she is pregnant, she moves in at the Poulos's until her father, who does not want her to keep the baby, allows her to come back home. Stella teaches George to dance when he agrees to accompany her to a party. Jodie's producer tries to move Con out of the way as he makes his move on her.
Directed by Ian GilmourWritten by David PhillipsGuest stars Quinton George, Sal Sharah
Episode 23
Con pressures Jodie into entering a televised rising stars ""StarQuest"" contest but then must come up with a new act when she refuses to perform. A bet with Steve drives Rivers to break in to the school to steal an exam. Danielle applies for a job at a gym hoping to please Nick.
Directed by Shirley BarrettGuest stars Charmaine Grey, Barry Crocker, Andrea Moor, Bernard King, Diana Fisher
Episode 24
Nick's election as class captain puts him in direct conflict with Southgate when he is made to come down on his friends for violations of school policies. Con discovers that the new woman in his life has a child. Sides form up when the issue of installing condom machines in the school bathrooms is raised.
Directed by Shirley BarrettWritten by Craig WilkinsGuest stars Andrea Moor, Brittany Byrnes, Kerrie Adams, Karise Sawyers
Episode 25
Danielle's first foray into modelling goes awry when the photographer manipulates her into posing nude. Con's relationship with Greta comes to an end.
Directed by Andrew ProwseWritten by Sally WebbGuest stars Andrea Moor, Brittany Byrnes, Peter Kowitz, Gordon Weiss
Episode 26
Hurt by his parents' divorce and their apparent disregard for him, Steve decides to move out and get an apartment with Rivers and Jodie. Christina makes a decision about Mack's invitation to join him in working overseas.
Directed by Andrew ProwseWritten by James LeeGuest stars Peter Kowitz, Alan Lovell, Robyn Moase, Matthew Long, Frederick Santos, Kerry-Ella McAullay, Jim Kalimeris
Episode 27
Steve, angry after learning that he was adopted, is caught stealing from his employer and the police are called. Danielle and Jodie fight over Nick. George quits his job at the factory.
Directed by Karl ZwickyWritten by Greg MillinGuest stars Alan Lovell, Kerry-Ella McAullay, Sean Garlick, Christopher Bancroft, Raymond Donald
Episode 28
Steve wants to keep a stray dog that he befriends but Deloraine and Rivers have other ideas. Stella invites Katerina to go with her to Greece.
Directed by Karl ZwickyWritten by Steve J. SpearsGuest stars Raymond Donald
Episode 29
George is hurt by Nick and Effie's less than enthusiastic reaction to his announcement about an impending move. New teacher Sam Robinson arrives at Hartley High to fill a staffing vacancy created by Christina's departure. Effie runs away from home and winds up wandering the streets in King's Cross.
Directed by Rob MarchandWritten by Suzanne HawleyGuest stars Nik Forster, Robyn MacKenzie, Rob Hunter, Daniel Robey
Episode 30
A wealthy girl hires Helen to cater a dinner party for her parents. George lends the Bordinos the money Roberto needs for his business. Deloraine suspends Rivers when he sees him harassing Sam.
Directed by Robert MarchandWritten by David PhillipsGuest stars Denise Kirby, Colleen Fitzpatrick, Paul Bertram, Tony Byrne, Joy Miller, Dorothy Tooker, Andrew Vial, Jim Kalimeris
Episode 31
Roberto and Helen are upset when Rocco, their eldest son, returns to town without contacting them. Lucy offers to help Steve find his birth parents. Southgate agrees to help Nick with his boxing training. Sam tries to get Rivers back in school.
Directed by Geoff BennettWritten by Serge LazareffGuest stars Jon Pollard, Angelo D'Angelo, Don Lazarus, Manny Katts, Sean Garlick, Josh Picker, Alexandra Brunning, Paul Antony Rogers
Episode 32
Lucy encourages Steve to continue searching for his birth mother even though contact is prohibited by law. Rivers' father convinces him to return to school. Effie contemplates dating an unpopular classmate. Nick accepts a rematch against Tony.
Directed by Geoff BennettWritten by David PhillipsGuest stars Russell Kiefel, Ryan Lappin, Angelo D'Angelo, Don Halbert, Peter Heath, Jennifer Leslie, Jan Merriman, Maree-Cherie Foti
Episode 33
Rose's pregnancy complicates Hartley's plans to host the prestigious Education Awards. Con confronts his father when he lends Rocco money to help get the Shark Pool up and running rather than paying for the audio engineering programme Con is interested in.
Directed by Andrew ProwseWritten by James LeeGuest stars Jon Pollard, Jennifer Hardy, John Clayton, Angelo D'Angelo, Don Halbert, Rose Frasca, Mala Salakas, Jon Paramor
Episode 34
Steve discovers that the person who has been following him is his birth mother. Rocco offers Con a job at the pool hall but then hires Jodie. Rivers' pursuit of Sam continues as he takes it upon himself to fix her motorcycle.
Directed by Andrew ProwseWritten by Sally WebbGuest stars Jon Pollard, Angelo D'Angelo, Don Halbert, Jan Merriman, Alexandra Brunning
Episode 35
Con is discovered to have drugs in his possession when the police raid a party at the warehouse. Rivers' relationship with Sam moves into dangerous territory. Nick makes his amateur boxing debut against Tony at the Shark Pool and wins by knockout. Con's friends try to prove his innocence.
Directed by Ian GilmourWritten by Chris RoachGuest stars Jon Pollard, Angelo D'Angelo, Don Halbert, Ron Graham, Timothy West, Tara Jakszewicz, David Boyne, Josh Picker
Episode 36
Sam and Rivers continue their affair despite warnings from Yola and must eventually pay the price when their romance is made public. Nick agrees to let Leo Fine manage him as a professional boxer but he loses Jody when she calls an end to their relationship. Sam is forced to leave her job at Hartley.
Directed by Ian GilmourWritten by Sally WebbGuest stars Jon Pollard, Robyn Moase, Ryan Lappin, Angelo D'Angelo, Don Halbert, Josh Picker, Alexandra Brunning, Sasha Guberinic
Episode 37
Nick refuses to believe that his relationship with Jodie is over. Deloraine's office is trashed and Rivers is quickly picked as the likely suspect.
Directed by Karl ZwickyWritten by Leon SaundersGuest stars Jon Pollard, Angelo D'Angelo, Don Halbert, Sal Sharah, Alan McNamara, Frank Aldridge, Nick Meredith, Wally Budai
Episode 38
Nick sets out to win Jodie back before she leaves for the States. To no avail, Roberto tries to get Nick to drop out of his forthcoming professional bout. After his talk with Yola, Rose's father agrees to let Jack be involved in his daughter's life.
Directed by Karl ZwickyWritten by David PhillipsGuest stars Jon Pollard, Angelo D'Angelo, Don Halbert, Sal Sharah, Alan McNamara, Katerina Baltar, Frank Aldridge, Rachel Keary
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Alex DimitriadesNick Poulos
Sarah LambertChristina Milano
Katherine HallidayRose Malouf
Salvatore CocoCon Bordino
Emma RocheDanielle Miller
Corey PageSteve Wiley
Doris YounaneYola Fatoush
Abi TuckerJodie Cooper
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