Season 5

Jan 17, 1989 · 22 min

Bronwyn has a new boyfriend. Noelene arrives to collect Toby, but her new husband tries to hit Toby, much to Joe's horror.

Jan 18, 1989 · 22 min

An unexpected letter gives Bronwyn a nasty shock. Helen comes home, although she is still very weak. Noelene asks Edie to spy on Joe.

Jan 19, 1989 · 22 min

Harold's new dishwasher causes watery chaos around the coffee shop when but Madge puts too much soap in. Bronwyn can't think who the anonymous writer could be. Paul finds out that Derek Morris is interested in buying Lassiters.

Jan 20, 1989 · 22 min

Beverly becomes worried over Todd's choice of Christmas present, while Harold and Des both develop a rash from the dishwasher soap. Lucy reveals that she's been accused of cheating at Arlenwood, and Paul asks Des for a 95% mortgage in order to buy Lassiters.

Jan 21, 1989 · 22 min

Joe battles to keep Toby- but realises his chances of winning are low. Mrs. Granger turns up on the Mangel doorstep, to Jane's shock. Lucy goes to Carolyn's house.

Jan 27, 1989 · 22 min

Jane attends a dinner party hosted by Mark's mother - but the evening doesn't exactly go according to plan when Mrs. Granger asks Jane not to marry Mark because of their class difference. Lucy confesses to cheating before Todd persuades Caroline to own up. Joe gives Edie a marijuana plant.

Jan 28, 1989 · 22 min

Jane makes an important decision, while Joe digs himself into a deep deep hole with a pot plant. Gail agrees to the Lassiter's deal, and the police catch Edie red-handed.

Jan 26, 1989 · 22 min

Paul and Gail are shocked by an appalling setback when Penny refuses to provide their loan, while Nick tries to make Helen get going after her stroke. Edie accuses Joe of planting the evidence, and Joe admits it. Des's relationship with Penelope begins to develop.

Jan 27, 1989 · 22 min

Beverly comes to a decision that angers Helen, who insists that Beverly go to her conference in Perth. Henry tries to catch the letter writer but Bronwyn catches him with a letter and accuses him of the crime. Des fails to change Penny's mind about Paul and Gail's loan. Lucy leaves.

Jan 30, 1989 · 22 min

Bronwyn discovers who really sent the anonymous letters and vows to get back with Henry, while Penelope springs a surprise on Des. Henry comes to decision about his relationship with Bronwyn, and Nick organises a 'Help Helen' rota - much to Helen's annoyance.

Jan 31, 1989 · 22 min

Henry eventually forgives Bronwyn, but Des refuses to take Penny back. Edie helps Noelene kidnap Toby.

Feb 1, 1989 · 22 min

Harold is surprised his daughter Kerry makes an unexpected appearance. Des tells Henry that he can move in - to the horror of Edie, Madge and Harold. Joe gets Toby back and he makes up with Noelene.

Feb 2, 1989 · 22 min

Kerry and Sky move to the Bishop house, but Harold is shocked by his daughter's way of life. Beverly leaves for Perth, and Paul's business troubles cause friction at home.

Feb 3, 1989 · 22 min

Madge receives horrifying news about her father, while Gail takes drastic action to cure Paul's obsessive behaviour. Joe and Kerry go on a date, and Nick announces his decision to leave school.

Feb 6, 1989 · 22 min

Madge learns that her father has had a heart attack, so she heads up to Brisbane. Rosemary arrives and solves Paul's problems. Scott returns from Brisbane, and Katie gets a rabbit. Des puts his photographs of Daphne in a drawer and decides that he is going to ask Penny to marry him.

Feb 7, 1989 · 22 min

Kerry and Joe become very good friends - to Harold's annoyance. Des discovers that Penny has gone to Europe, and Jane tells Joe that she'll marry Mark. Harold's change of attitude surprises Edie, while Gail gives Paul an ultimatum.

Feb 8, 1989 · 22 min

Sharon and Nick make a start at mending their relationship, but other Ramsay Street couples face a more trying time. Gail threatens Paul with divorce, and Rosemary advises Jane not to marry Mark. Helen is cared for via a system of walkie-talkies.

Feb 9, 1989 · 22 min

Rosemary's grudge means Jane is depressed after telling Mark that she won't marry him. Katie's rabbit goes missing, and she then learns what Joe is cooking up for dinner.

Feb 10, 1989 · 22 min

Katie holds a funeral for Rupert the rabbit - only he then turns up! Harold goes to see Joe and is shocked to discover that Kerry had been in bed with him.

Feb 13, 1989 · 22 min

Kerry announces that she's leaving, but Harold asks her to stay. Joe gives Katie a rabbit, not realising that Rupert has turned up. Paul tries to make things up with Gail on their wedding anniversary.

Feb 14, 1989 · 22 min

Jane confronts Rosemary with a few home truths. Jane accuses Rosemary of being jealous, and Rosemary tells Paul to sack Jane, but Jane resigns. Hilary turns up, while Kerry agrees to stay. Paul and Gail are still at odds.

Feb 15, 1989 · 22 min

Mike returns in a mood and punches Henry for no apparent reason. Rosemary tells Paul that he can still buy Lassiter's, and Gail asks if she can go and work in America.

Feb 16, 1989 · 22 min

Scott's new boss makes a big impression on the Robinson family when she sounds off at Helen about the past. Harold and Des enter Sky and Jamie into a baby contest.

Feb 17, 1989 · 22 min

Henry makes an unexpected discovery while searching for Hilary's wedding ring. Bruce Zadro gets Nick expelled from school, while Scott and Madeline begin working together.

Feb 20, 1989 · 22 min

Gail makes it clear what she thinks of Paul in an explosive outburst.

Feb 21, 1989 · 22 min

Gail's actions leave Paul devastated.

Feb 22, 1989 · 22 min

Jane forces herself to carry out a distressing task.

Feb 23, 1989 · 22 min

A fearful Madeline seeks comfort from Jim.

Feb 24, 1989 · 22 min

Does Jenny really not blame Mike for her paralysis?

Feb 27, 1989 · 22 min

Henry returns. Mike tells Des and Scott about Jenny and gets a visit from her brother.

Feb 28, 1989 · 22 min

Jim and Scott begin to doubt Madeline after speaking to Eric.

Mar 1, 1989 · 22 min

Jim becomes increasingly suspicious of Madeline. It's Harold's birthday, but has anyone remembered? Hilary spots her picture in the newspaper. Henry causes an incident at home.

Mar 2, 1989 · 22 min

It's the day of Joe's flight, will he go through with it?

Mar 3, 1989 · 22 min

Joe manages to conquer his fears, but Harold suffers as a result. Des prepares for his river swim as Joe watches on.

Mar 6, 1989 · 22 min

Joe shocks Des with a promise, and Mike feels pushed into making a commitment to Jenny.

Mar 7, 1989 · 22 min

Henry and Nick launch a get-rich-quick scheme, while Joe shocks Kerry with an eye-opening revelation about their relationship.

Mar 8, 1989 · 22 min

Henry solves a crisis threatening a Greek wedding, and Scott faces unexpected complications in his research job.

Mar 9, 1989 · 22 min

Nick and Sharon get into trouble and Henry stages the wedding reception of the century.

Mar 10, 1989 · 22 min

Nick and Sharon vow to stay together no matter what, while Madeline threatens Scott's career.

Mar 13, 1989 · 22 min

Tragedy strikes on a day out for the Bishops when Sky is bitten by a spider.

Mar 14, 1989 · 22 min

Harold and Kerry battle to save Sky's life.

Mar 15, 1989 · 22 min

Mike makes an investment in the hope of building a future with Jenny.

Mar 16, 1989 · 22 min

Des tries to sort out the complicated problem with Joe. Beverly returns from her trip at an awkward moment.

Mar 17, 1989 · 22 min

Scott hears disturbing news about Madeline.

Mar 20, 1989 · 22 min

Bronwyn blames Hilary for Sharon running away. Madeline attempts to cause friction between Jim and Beverly.

Mar 21, 1989 · 22 min

Scott intervenes in his father's marital crisis - can he get the equally stubborn Jim and Beverly back together?

Mar 22, 1989 · 22 min

Henry becomes domesticated in an attempt to help Bronwyn around the house - but as ever, his good intentions backfire.

Mar 23, 1989 · 22 min

Des and Jane's relationship takes a new turn.

Mar 24, 1989 · 22 min

Mike bites the bullet and makes a decision about the future, while Helen confronts her worst fear.

Mar 27, 1989 · 22 min

Gail and Paul make an unexpected return - and their shocking announcement leaves Ramsay Street residents stunned.