List of Hey Dad..! episodes
The following is a list of episodes for the television show Hey Dad..!.
Unaired episodes
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot | 0 | HDA-000 | unaired | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| An increasingly distressed Martin fires his know-it-all secretary Miss Stephens. Cousin Betty meets the Kellys for the first time when she arrives from Walgett, and the police are called when Betty's luggage disappears. Guest starring Tina Bursill as Det. Sgt. Anne Burke, Emma Gray as Miss Stephens, and Scott Higgins as Det. McEwan. Note: The pilot was produced in September 1985, but was never aired in its original form. The pilot was made available to the public for the first time on the 2008 German DVD release of Hey Dad..! Season 1. Prior to this, scenes from the pilot had only been aired as part of the flashback episode, Country Cousin. | |||||
| One for the Road (version 1) | - | unknown | unaired | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty settles into the office, and Martin confronts Simon about damage to the Volvo. Note: This was the second episode to be recorded. This episode had never been seen by the public in its original form until Polyband included it on their Hey Dad..! Season 1 DVD release. Prior to this, scenes from this episode had only been aired as part of the flashback episode, One for the Road (version 2). | |||||
Season 1 (1987)
The only season to include cast member Paul Smith (Simon), and guest appearances by Tina Bursill (Detective Sergeant Anne Burke). The first 12 episodes were produced in 1986. The season 1 opening credits feature the cast having their pictures taken during a picnic in the park. This was shot at Boronia Park in Hunters Hill.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Just a Formality | 1 | HDA-001 | 11 February 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Debbie's formal threatens to be a disaster, despite help from Betty and Nudge. Guest starring Jeremy Shadlow as Adrian Stevenage. Note: This was the third episode to be recorded. | |||||
| Post Early for Charisma | 2 | HDA-002 | 18 February 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| In an attempt to improve his luck with the ladies, Nudge embarks on a charisma diet. | |||||
| Home from the Hills | 3 | HDA-003 | 25 February 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin's mother returns from trekking in the Himalayas. Guest starring Moya O'Sullivan as Grandma. | |||||
| Nudge Nudge Wink Wink | 4 | HDA-004 | 4 March 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty auditions for a role in The Sound of Music, and Nudge sleeps over. | |||||
| The Firing Line | 5 | HDA-005 | 11 March 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty is fired from her job, and Nudge has a Sesame Street fixation. | |||||
| Meet Hector the Piano | 6 | HDA-006 | 18 March 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty finds a flat, and is reunited with one of her prized possessions, while Simon falls in love with his teacher. | |||||
| Battle Stations | 7 | HDA-007 | 25 March 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| A rainy day increases the tensions in the Kelly house. | |||||
| Sick in Transit | 8 | HDA-008 | 1 April 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin's Day of the Year becomes more memorable with family aid. | |||||
| Licence to Kill | 9 | HDA-009 | 8 April 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge tries for a driver's licence and Debbie tries to leave school. | |||||
| Fair Cop | 10 | HDA-010 | 15 April 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin joins Neighbourhood Watch after meeting Detective Sergeant Anne Burke. Guest starring Tina Bursill. | |||||
| Country Cousin | 11 | HDA-011 | 22 April 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The Kellys recall their first meeting with Betty. Guest starring Tina Bursill as Det. Sgt. Anne Burke, Emma Gray as Miss Stephens, and Scott Higgins as Det. McEwan. Note: This is the first flashback episode, featuring previously unaired footage of the pilot. This was also the first episode screened in Germany. | |||||
| One for the Road (version 2) | 12 | HDA-012 | 29 April 1987 | Kevin Burston | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon is in trouble when he smashes the Volvo after being in a pub. Note: This flashback episode contains scenes from One for the Road (version 1). As done with Country Cousin, new pre-flashback scenes were recorded and added to explain the break in continuity. A lot of Martin's one-liners to camera in version 1 are cut out of this version due to time constraints with the added scenes. | |||||
| Justice I Suspected | 13 | HDA-013 | 6 May 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge is arrested by the police and put on trial. | |||||
| In The Mode | 14 | HDA-014 | 13 May 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Plans for Simon's birthday party come adrift when Debbie wants new clothes. Note: Cast regular Sarah Monahan does not appear in this episode. | |||||
| The Dating Game | 15 | HDA-015 | 20 May 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge acts as a matchmaker between Martin and Sergeant Anne. Guest starring Tina Bursill. Note: Cast regular Sarah Monahan does not appear in this episode. | |||||
| Sulky Jenny, Flipper and Hamlet | 16 | HDA-016 | 27 May 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon tries to get out of playing Hamlet in the school play, and Jenny's frustrations with the family boil over. | |||||
| Stan the Man | 17 | HDA-017 | 3 June 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty's boyfriend Stan Hickey arrives to claim her as his bride. Guest starring Bill Young. | |||||
| Leader of the Pack | 18 | HDA-018 | 10 June 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon's best friend becomes more interested in motorbikes than their friendship. | |||||
| Do the Right Thing | 19 | HDA-019 | 17 June 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon has to decide if he should dob in a drug dealer at school. Note: Cast regular Sarah Monahan does not appear in this episode. | |||||
| Matinee Idle | 20 | HDA-020 | 24 June 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Concerned about violence on TV, Martin books a holiday without television. | |||||
| Mum's the Word | 21 | HDA-021 | 1 July 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin plans to sell the house, but hasn't told the children. His mother becomes coach for Simon and Nudge's cricket team. Guest starring Moya O'Sullivan. | |||||
| Cop This Lot | 22 | HDA-022 | 8 July 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin continues his relationship with Sergeant Anne Burke, and Debbie gets her L plates. Guest starring Tina Bursill. | |||||
| Nudge the Love God | 23 | HDA-023 | 15 July 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge falls in love with the new girl in town. Guest starring Shannon Kenny as Tracey. Note: Cast regular Sarah Monahan does not appear in this episode. | |||||
| Jono & Dano Meet Nudgo the Magnificent | 24 | HDA-024 | 22 July 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge, Simon and Debbie enter the Have A Go TV talent contest. Guest starring Jono & Dano as themselves, and Denise Drysdale, Frankie J. Holden & Jeanne Little as the judges. Note: Cast regular Sarah Monahan does not appear in this episode. | |||||
| Democracy at Work | 25 | HDA-025 | 29 July 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge and Simon are worried about how to vote in the election. Note: "Dobbin" appears courtesy of the RSPCA. | |||||
| Panda Monium | 26 | HDA-026 | 5 August 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty buys Martin a stuffed panda, and Simon studies hard for the exams, though Nudge doesn't care. | |||||
| Nun Today Thank You | 27 | HDA-027 | 12 August 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The Kellys find themselves face to face with a nine-year-old nun. | |||||
| As Time Goes By | 28 | HDA-028 | 2 September 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin thinks he's having a mid life crisis. Guest starring Tina Bursill as Det. Sgt. Anne Burke. | |||||
| Mumps the Word | 29 | HDA-029 | 9 September 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| When Jenny comes down with a case of the mumps, Martin tries to contact his mother for advice, but she's deep in the Amazon. | |||||
| Horror Scope | 30 | HDA-030 | 16 September 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Journalist Nudge thinks he's found a scoop. | |||||
| Cyberphobia | 31 | HDA-031 | 23 September 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin gets a computer for the office. Guest starring Paris & Larissa Burnett as Angela and Kathy. | |||||
| Tycoon Nudge | 32 | HDA-032 | 30 September 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge makes his entrance into the world of high finance. | |||||
| Tall Tales But True | 33 | HDA-033 | 7 October 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The return of Stan Hickey brings bad news for Betty. Guest starring Bill Young. Note: Cast regular Paul Smith does not appear in this episode. | |||||
| Not the Volvo | 34 | HDA-034 | 14 October 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The Volvo is stolen, and no one but Martin cares. Guest starring Tina Bursill as Det. Sgt. Anne Burke. Note: Cast regular Sarah Monahan does not appear in this episode. | |||||
| A Laws Unto Himself | 35 | HDA-035 | 21 October 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge enters the art world, and Betty's favorite radio announcer helps her get a raise. Guest starring John Laws as himself. Note: Cast regular Sarah Monahan does not appear in this episode. | |||||
| Debbie's Debut | 36 | HDA-036 | 28 October 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge incorrectly thinks he's taking Debbie to her debutante ball. | |||||
| A Friend Indeed | 37 | HDA-037 | 4 November 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin feels he needs a change of image. | |||||
| Everything Must Go | 38 | HDA-038 | 11 November 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin's garage sale is a bit light-on for customers. Note: Paul Smith's final appearance as Simon. | |||||
| Affairs of the Heart | 39 | HDA-039 | 18 November 1987 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| After Simon leaves for the United States, Nudge finally has some success in the romance stakes. Note: Cast regular Paul Smith is credited but does not appear in this episode. | |||||
Season 2 (1988)
Marks the debut of new cast regular Christopher Mayer as Simon, and Joanne Samuel's first guest appearance as Jeanette. It is also the first time creative duties are assigned to writers other than Gary Reilly and John Flanagan. A new opening titles sequence features the regular cast members posing for photographs in the Kelly house.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home at Last! | 40 | HDA2-001 | 10 February 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon arrives back from his trip to America. Guest starring Moya O'Sullivan as Grandma. Note: Christopher Mayer's first episode as Simon. | |||||
| Plumbers Do It Better! | 41 | HDA2-002 | 17 February 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge isn't worried about his HSC results, because he has a job lined up. | |||||
| Cat-astrophie | 42 | HDA2-003 | 24 February 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin is locked in an endless struggle with the local cat. | |||||
| Working Bee | 43 | HDA2-004 | 2 March 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin is offered a job away from home, and Nudge becomes a banker. | |||||
| Phone Home - If You Can! | 44 | HDA2-005 | 9 March 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin has trouble getting Telecom to fix the phone service. | |||||
| Sorry! Wrong Answer | 45 | HDA2-006 | 16 March 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin gets an answering machine for the office. | |||||
| Follow That Wave! | 46 | HDA2-007 | 23 March 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon and Nudge teach Martin and Debbie how to surf. | |||||
| The Love Triangle | 47 | HDA2-008 | 30 March 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin finds himself the object of a beautiful client's affection. Guest starring Candy Raymond as Felicity Simpson-Green. | |||||
| Suspicious Stan | 48 | HDA2-009 | 6 April 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Stan thinks Betty is having an affair, and tries to catch her in the act. Guest starring Bill Young as Stan Hickey. | |||||
| Turning Japanese | 49 | HDA2-010 | 13 April 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty takes up Japanese to improve her chances at an audition. | |||||
| Tycoon Debbie | 50 | HDA2-011 | 20 April 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Debbie starts a business designing T-shirts. | |||||
| With Love - Nudge | 51 | HDA2-012 | 27 April 1988 | Sally Brady | Steve J. Spears |
| Simon tutors Nudge in the art of writing love letters. Note: Cast regular Sarah Monahan does not appear in this episode. | |||||
| The Party! | 52 | HDA2-013 | 4 May 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon and Debbie throw a party while Martin is away on business. Note: Cast regular Sarah Monahan does not appear in this episode. | |||||
| Get Crook Soon | 53 | HDA2-014 | 11 May 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge and Debbie think of a way to amass a quick fortune. | |||||
| Paris or Bust | 54 | HDA2-015 | 18 May 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Debbie wants to study in Paris, but Martin forbids it. | |||||
| Feast or Famine | 55 | HDA2-016 | 25 May 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon, Nudge and Debbie take part in the 40 Hour Famine. Guest starring Bill Young as Stan Hickey. | |||||
| Safety Last! | 56 | HDA2-017 | 1 June 1988 | Sally Brady | Bill Young, Kym Goldsworthy |
| A spate of burglaries gives the Kellys reason to worry about Betty. | |||||
| For the Love of Art | 57 | HDA2-018 | 8 June 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin is worried when Jenny takes to reading romance novels. | |||||
| Make My Day | 58 | HDA2-019 | 15 June 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The family is stunned when Simon announces his engagement. | |||||
| Designer Love | 59 | HDA2-020 | 22 June 1988 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Bill Young |
| Betty and Jenny turns their hands to redecorating Martin's office. | |||||
| Bash and Trash | 60 | HDA2-021 | 29 June 1988 | Sally Brady | David Cummings |
| Nudge teaches Jenny how to be a lady, and Betty writes a romance novel. | |||||
| Simon Says!! | 61 | HDA2-022 | 6 July 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon and Nudge express their disapproval of Debbie's new boyfriend. Guest starring Tom Jennings as Tom Bennett. | |||||
| Strike Me Lucky | 62 | HDA2-023 | 13 July 1988 | Sally Brady | Hugh Stuckey |
| Betty goes on strike, and Simon and Nudge buy a Volkswagen. | |||||
| How Green Is My Volksy? | 63 | HDA2-024 | 20 July 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge finds himself homeless. | |||||
| The Black and White Blues | 64 | HDA2-025 | 27 July 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Debbie plots to get mentioned in a newspaper's social column, and Simon resigns from his job. | |||||
| Chain of Iron | 65 | HDA2-026 | 3 August 1988 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Bill Young |
| Betty is concerned after she receives a chain letter in the mail, and the boys are impressed with Debbie's Ironman date. Guest starring Craig Riddington as himself. | |||||
| Home Sweet Home | 66 | HDA2-027 | 10 August 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan, David Cummings |
| Nudge moves into his own flat, and asks Debbie how to impress girls. | |||||
| Just Being Neighbourly | 67 | HDA2-028 | 31 August 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin falls in love when a new neighbour moves in. Guest starring Joanne Samuel as Jeanette Taylor. | |||||
| Shopping for Love | 68 | HDA2-029 | 7 September 1988 | Sally Brady | Hugh Stuckey |
| Martin has a date with a woman he met in the supermarket. | |||||
| Keeping Mum | 69 | HDA2-030 | 14 September 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Debbie discovers the identity of Jenny's secret friend. Note: An image of Martin's deceased wife Margaret is shown for the first time in this episode. The photograph is actually of Simone Buchanan's mother. | |||||
| Up, Up and Away | 70 | HDA2-031 | 21 September 1988 | Sally Brady | Hugh Stuckey |
| Martin has a dream come true, and Betty goes into business with Nudge. | |||||
| Share and Share Alike | 71 | HDA2-032 | 28 September 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon and Nudge have difficulty sharing the Volkswagen. Guest starring Moya O'Sullivan as Grandma. | |||||
| VW for Sale | 72 | HDA2-033 | 5 October 1988 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Bill Young |
| Martin finds a solution to the arguments over the Volkswagen. Guest starring Michael Caton as Chris Gordon. | |||||
| Up the Well Known Creek | 73 | HDA2-034 | 12 October 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon, Nudge and Debbie plan a river trip. Guest starring Bill Young as Stan Hickey. | |||||
| My Affair Lady | 74 | HDA2-035 | 19 October 1988 | Sally Brady | Bill Young, Kym Goldsworthy |
| Betty is convinced she's having an affair with the local greengrocer. | |||||
| Out of Sight - Out of Mind | 75 | HDA2-036 | 26 October 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Debbie refuses to admit she's having trouble with her vision. | |||||
| Keep Taking the Meditation! | 76 | HDA2-037 | 2 November 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Debbie, Simon and Nudge find the way to enlightenment. | |||||
| Timely Fashion | 77 | HDA2-038 | 9 November 1988 | Sally Brady | Ken Matthews, David Witt |
| With firings on the horizon, Simon and Nudge try to impress their boss. | |||||
| Once a Knight Is Enough | 78 | HDA2-039 | 16 November 1988 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The stakes are high when Martin takes part in a game of chess. | |||||
Season 3 (1989-1990)
With 49 episodes produced in 1989, this is the longest of any Hey Dad..! season, and the only one to feature guest appearances by Beth Buchanan (Cousin Elaine) and Kate Morris (Katie). It is also the first time that exterior shots of the Kelly house are shown.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trees Company | 79 | HDA3-001 | 8 February 1989 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy |
| Martin is commissioned by the council to build a Bicentennial monument. | |||||
| A Losing Battle | 80 | HDA3-002 | 15 February 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Jenny wants Martin and Betty to attend her parent-teacher night. Guest starring Lloyd Morris as Father Gerry Temple. | |||||
| The Girl on the Cutting Room Floor | 81 | HDA3-003 | 22 February 1989 | Sally Brady | Ken Matthews, David Witt |
| Debbie gets a role in a soft drink commercial. | |||||
| The Late Miss Kelly | 82 | HDA3-004 | 1 March 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Debbie gets home late and incurs Martin's wrath. | |||||
| A Question of Royalty | 83 | HDA3-005 | 8 March 1989 | Sally Brady | Bill Young, Kym Goldsworthy |
| Nudge thinks he's adopted and may be of royal descent. | |||||
| Generation Scrap | 84 | HDA3-006 | 15 March 1989 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Betty becomes fixated by a new electric pencil sharpener. | |||||
| May the Farce Be with You | 85 | HDA3-007 | 22 March 1989 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Bill Young |
| Betty uses a crystal to try to bring peace and harmony to the household. | |||||
| Three's a Crowd | 86 | HDA3-008 | 29 March 1989 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Debbie and Jenny are unwilling to share a room. Guest starring Moya O'Sullivan as Grandma. | |||||
| For the Love of Martin | 87 | HDA3-009 | 5 April 1989 | Sally Brady | Hugh Stuckey |
| Martin meets his soulmate, and Betty thinks Stan has been unfaithful. Guest starring Joanne Samuel as Jeanette Taylor. | |||||
| Kissing Cousins | 88 | HDA3-010 | 12 April 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The household gets a shock when another relative from the country arrives. Guest starring Beth Buchanan as Cousin Elaine. | |||||
| Betty's Better Letterhead | 89 | HDA3-011 | 19 April 1989 | Sally Brady | Ken Matthews, David Witt |
| Betty takes it upon herself to redesign the office stationery. | |||||
| Job for the Boy | 90 | HDA3-012 | 26 April 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin is talked into giving Simon a job in the office. Note: Cast regular Christopher Truswell does not appear in this episode. | |||||
| That's Shoe Biz | 91 | HDA3-013 | 3 May 1989 | Sally Brady | Stephen Quinn |
| Debbie wants a clothing allowance, and Stan proposes marriage to Betty. Guest starring Bill Young. | |||||
| Betty's Wedding - Part 1 | 92 | HDA3-014 | 10 May 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The whole household prepares for Betty's marriage to Stan. Guest starring Bill Young. | |||||
| Betty's Wedding - Part 2 | 93 | HDA3-015 | 17 May 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Stan isn't sure he can go through with the wedding. Guest starring Bill Young as Stan Hickey, Kevin Golsby as Monsignor O'Donohue, and Joanne Samuel as Jeanette Taylor. | |||||
| The Double Date | 94 | HDA3-016 | 24 May 1989 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Nudge receives lessons in etiquette from Debbie. | |||||
| The Beat Goes Wrong | 95 | HDA3-017 | 31 May 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon and Nudge develop an interest in drumming. | |||||
| Banana Republic Blues | 96 | HDA3-018 | 7 June 1989 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin is confused when he gets a cheque written on a banana. Guest starring Lloyd Morris as Andy. | |||||
| Family Law | 97 | HDA3-019 | 14 June 1989 | Sally Brady | Neil Stewart, Joan Flanagan |
| Jenny is fed up with the family and tries to divorce them. | |||||
| Visiting Rights | 98 | HDA3-020 | 21 June 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The rest of the family is upset when Martin allows cousin Elaine to stay. Guest starring Beth Buchanan. | |||||
| Guess Who's Not Coming to Dinner | 99 | HDA3-021 | 28 June 1989 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Debbie takes care of Jenny after a billy cart accident. | |||||
| Kiss and Makeup | 100 | HDA3-022 | 5 July 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin hires his neighbour Jeanette to do some decorating for a client. Guest starring Joanne Samuel. | |||||
| Phantom on the Roof | 101 | HDA3-023 | 12 July 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge enters a TV quiz show, with The Phantom comic as his special subject. | |||||
| Democracy Rules K.O. | 102 | HDA3-024 | 19 July 1989 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Jenny nominates for school captain, and Simon has trouble enrolling at university. Guest starring Sharon Tamlyn as Const. Julie, Doug Scroope as Sgt. Maloney, and Kate Morris as Katie. | |||||
| Never an Idol Moment | 103 | HDA3-025 | 26 July 1989 | Leigh Spence | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty searches for a new role model. | |||||
| Ol' Black Thumb Is Back | 104 | HDA3-026 | 9 August 1989 | Leigh Spence | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin has the kiss of death where his indoor plants are concerned. | |||||
| Time Healeys All Wounds | 105 | HDA3-027 | 16 August 1989 | Leigh Spence | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin is tempted to purchase an Austin-Healey sports car. | |||||
| The Name Rings a Bell | 106 | HDA3-028 | 23 August 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge and Betty install a new, more powerful electronic doorbell. | |||||
| Crime and Punishment | 107 | HDA3-029 | 30 August 1989 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Betty is evacuated when a flash flood hits her flat. | |||||
| Stop Thief! | 108 | HDA3-030 | 6 September 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty wants a company car, but ends up on the wrong side of the law. | |||||
| Say a Little Prayer For Me! | 109 | HDA3-031 | 13 September 1989 | Sally Brady | Neil Stewart, Joan Flanagan |
| Simon turns to religion, and Jenny cleans up on the stock market. | |||||
| Here's Mud In Your Eye | 110 | HDA3-032 | 20 September 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Unable to get a company car, Betty finds a new way to get to work. Guest starring Kate Morris as Katie. | |||||
| In the Name of Art | 111 | HDA3-033 | 27 September 1989 | Sally Brady | Stephen Quinn |
| Martin takes up painting as a hobby, but his efforts aren't appreciated. | |||||
| Finders Speakers | 112 | HDA3-034 | 4 October 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge earns some extra money by selling stolen hi-fi equipment | |||||
| Room to Let | 113 | HDA3-035 | 11 October 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge offers to take over Simon's room when Simon moves out. | |||||
| A Finite Romance | 114 | HDA3-036 | 18 October 1989 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Betty decides to put a stop to Martin and Jeanette's romance. Guest starring Joanne Samuel. | |||||
| The Cluck of the Draw | 115 | HDA3-037 | 25 October 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge gets into trouble working for a fast food company. Guest starring Natalie McCurry as Solva Elvirani, and Tom Oliver as the waiter. | |||||
| Time Out | 116 | HDA3-038 | 1 November 1989 | Sally Brady | Hugh Stuckey, John Flanagan |
| Betty decides to create a time capsule and starts filming everyone. Guest starring Beth Buchanan as Elaine. | |||||
| Colour My World | 117 | HDA3-039 | 8 November 1989 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon takes steps to stop Debbie and Jenny borrowing his clothes. | |||||
| Knocked Off | 118 | HDA3-040 | 15 November 1989 | Kevin Burston | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Debbie looks forward to finally becoming mobile. | |||||
| You May Quote Me | 119 | HDA3-041 | 31 January 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin lets Simon and Nudge have a look at the plumbing. | |||||
| The Fax of Life | 120 | HDA3-042 | 7 February 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| A series of strange fax messages attracts Betty's interest. Guest starring Kate Morris as Katie. | |||||
| Scratch My Back | 121 | HDA3-043 | 14 February 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The entire household gets struck down with chicken pox. Guest starring Joanne Samuel as Jeanette Taylor. | |||||
| Debbie Does Taurus | 122 | HDA3-044 | 21 February 1990 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Debbie takes up astrology, and Martin decides to build a shed. | |||||
| Type-casting | 123 | HDA3-045 | 28 February 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin replaces Betty with a new secretary. Guest starring Julie Haseler as Tina Morris. | |||||
| Doctor Betty I Presume | 124 | HDA3-046 | 7 March 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty studies first aid, but her enthusiasm is overwhelming. | |||||
| Welcome to Our Lovely Home | 125 | HDA3-047 | 14 March 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge plans a party for the Kellys - at their own home. | |||||
| Vive La Difference | 126 | HDA3-048 | 21 March 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Debbie is sick of being conservative and tries something new. | |||||
| Love Stinks | 127 | HDA3-049 | 28 March 1990 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Nudge has problems when he falls for his university lecturer. | |||||
Season 4 (1990-1991)
The fourth season features Joanne Samuel's final appearance as neighbour Jeanette, and Naomi Watts' television series debut as Simon's girlfriend, Belinda. All Season 4 episodes were produced in 1990.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Where Credit's Due | 128 | HDA4-001 | 4 April 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty gets a credit card, but sinks further and further into debt. | |||||
| Power Crazy | 129 | HDA4-002 | 11 April 1990 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Betty takes an assertiveness course, and Martin is stunned by the results. | |||||
| Ask Me No Questions | 130 | HDA4-003 | 18 April 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin is tricked into appearing on a quiz programme. Guest starring Bill Young as Stan Hickey. | |||||
| A Mind for Business | 131 | HDA4-004 | 25 April 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty announces her intention to improve her mind. | |||||
| Nostradamus Nudge | 132 | HDA4-005 | 2 May 1990 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Nudge thinks he has the power to see into the future. | |||||
| The Bald Facts | 133 | HDA4-006 | 9 May 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon is concerned that he may be thinning up top. | |||||
| Left at the Post | 134 | HDA4-007 | 16 May 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty suspects that she is really left-handed. Guest starring Moya O'Sullivan as Grandma Lois Kelly, and Joanne Samuel as Jeanette Taylor. | |||||
| Seducer in the Kitchen | 135 | HDA4-008 | 23 May 1990 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Simon attempts to make a meal from the Seducer's Cookbook. | |||||
| The Donkey Vote | 136 | HDA4-009 | 30 May 1990 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Elections for school council cause a division between Simon and Nudge. | |||||
| Lovesick | 137 | HDA4-010 | 6 June 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Jenny finds herself the recipient of unwanted attention from the local paperboy. Guest starring Kevin Lester as Duncan. | |||||
| Jobs for the Boys | 138 | HDA4-011 | 13 June 1990 | Kevin Burston | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin takes on a job at an architectural firm and fires Betty. Guest starring Jim Holt as Brian Edwards. | |||||
| Writing Wrongs | 139 | HDA4-012 | 20 June 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin hires one of Debbie's ex-boyfriends to do some plumbing work. Guest starring Zachery McKay as Peter. | |||||
| If the Cap Fits | 140 | HDA4-013 | 27 June 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty wants a hard-hat so she can accompany Martin on building sites. | |||||
| Time's Up | 141 | HDA4-014 | 4 July 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty has problems coping with a new clock. | |||||
| High Flying | 142 | HDA4-015 | 11 July 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| With help from Debbie, Martin tries to overcome his fear of heights. | |||||
| Age Old Tradition | 143 | HDA4-016 | 18 July 1990 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Betty's birthday is approaching, and Martin decides to have a party. Guest starring Bill Young as Stan Hickey. | |||||
| All Washed Up | 144 | HDA4-017 | 25 July 1990 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| The installation of a dishwasher doesn't stop the family from arguing. | |||||
| Game Set and Match | 145 | HDA4-018 | 1 August 1990 | Kevin Burston | John Flanagan |
| Martin finds himself unwillingly coaching Jenny's netball team. Guest starring Kate Morris as Katie, and Lisa James, Emilie Eccles & Christie Rynan as the Netball Team. | |||||
| Testing Time | 146 | HDA4-019 | 8 August 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty is stressed when it comes time to sit her trial HSC exams. | |||||
| The Write Stuff | 147 | HDA4-020 | 29 August 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| While cleaning Jenny's room, Martin finds her diary and reads it. | |||||
| Eternal Quadrangle | 148 | HDA4-021 | 5 September 1990 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Nudge and Simon go on a double date, but complications ensue. Guest starring Naomi Watts as Belinda. | |||||
| The Nudge File | 149 | HDA4-022 | 12 September 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge takes a stance against corruption, and jeopardises Martin's job. Guest starring Doug Scroope as Mr. Blunt. | |||||
| What an Experience | 150 | HDA4-023 | 19 September 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Debbie does her work experience in the office under Betty's guidance. | |||||
| Betty Had a Little Lamington | 151 | HDA4-024 | 26 September 1990 | Sally Brady | |
| Betty asks the family to help her with the charity lamington drive. | |||||
| Play It Again Sam | 152 | HDA4-025 | 3 October 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin takes it upon himself to find the family of a lost six-year-old boy. Guest starring Christopher Fare as Sam, and Ben Franklin as the Police Sergeant. | |||||
| Bulk Bill Dill | 153 | HDA4-026 | 10 October 1990 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Simon's inexpert reading of a medical book has him convinced he's dying. Guest starring Naomi Watts as Belinda. | |||||
| Would You Buy a Used Half Car from This Man? | 154 | HDA4-027 | 17 October 1990 | Robert Meillon | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty is duped into buying a half-share in the Volkswagen from Simon. | |||||
| Out for the Count | 155 | HDA4-028 | 24 October 1990 | Tina Butler | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin needs a blood test, but has to face his fear of needles. | |||||
| Rating TV | 156 | HDA4-029 | 31 October 1990 | Sally Brady | |
| When the Kellys are asked to fill in a TV ratings diary, Martin insists they only watch quality programmes. | |||||
| Get Rich Quick | 157 | HDA4-030 | 7 November 1990 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge finds a way to get rich, and Martin takes on a work experience student. Guest starring Nana Coburn as Amanda Crisp. Note: This episode marks the first time the exterior of the Kelly house is seen in the opening credits. | |||||
| Lucky Nudge | 158 | HDA4-031 | 13 February 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge thinks that he has won the lottery. | |||||
| Pedal Power | 159 | HDA4-032 | 20 February 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin finds himself challenged to a bicycle race against Betty. Guest starring Stephen Comey as Geoffrey. | |||||
| Formally First | 160 | HDA4-033 | 27 February 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Jenny prepares for her first school formal, and Martin goes on a cholesterol-free diet. | |||||
| Flickering Flame | 161 | HDA4-034 | 6 March 1991 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin catches up with a former love. Guest starring Penne Hackforth-Jones as Kate Eastwood. | |||||
Season 5 (1991)
The first of all remaining seasons to have 13 episodes. Highlighted as the final season of cast members Simone Buchanan (Debbie), Christopher Truswell (Nudge) and Moya O'Sullivan (Grandma). Rachael Beck (Sam) joins the cast. Features the first guest appearance of Matthew Krok (Arthur MacArthur) and a cameo by Hey Dad..! writer Kym Goldsworthy.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forget Me Not! | 162 | HDA5-001 | 13 March 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge is hit with a cricket ball and gets amnesia. | |||||
| Funnel Trouble | 163 | HDA5-002 | 20 March 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin and Debbie agree that it's time she moved out. | |||||
| Think Pig! | 164 | HDA5-003 | 10 April 1991 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Stan Hickey has money troubles and comes to the Kellys for help. Guest starring Bill Young. | |||||
| Island of Work | 165 | HDA5-004 | 17 April 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Debbie finds getting a job is more difficult than she thought. Note: Simone Buchanan's final episode as a cast regular. | |||||
| Breaker Breaker | 166 | HDA5-005 | 24 April 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty takes up a new hobby - CB radio. Note: Rachael Beck's first episode as Martin's niece, Samantha. | |||||
| Mother Love | 167 | HDA5-006 | 1 May 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin's mother comes to stay to help look after Sam. Guest starring Moya O'Sullivan. | |||||
| Cupid Strikes Again | 168 | HDA5-007 | 8 May 1991 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| The installation of a new burglar alarm causes nothing but trouble. | |||||
| Small Return | 169 | HDA5-008 | 15 May 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty joins Neighbourhood Watch, and Nudge falls in love with Sam. Guest starring Matthew Krok as Arthur MacArthur. | |||||
| Broadcast Buddy | 170 | HDA5-009 | 22 May 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty gets involved in a romantic entanglement over her CB radio. Guest starring Kym Goldsworthy as "Big Bad Bear". | |||||
| Top Dad | 171 | HDA5-010 | 29 May 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin is nominated for Father of the Year. Guest starring Di Smith as Avril Connaught. | |||||
| Watch My Lips | 172 | HDA5-011 | 5 June 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty takes up ventriloquism to enter a talent contest. | |||||
| Having a Fine Time | 173 | HDA5-012 | 12 June 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon gets a speeding ticket and has trouble explaining it to Martin. | |||||
| To Catch a Thief | 174 | HDA5-013 | 19 June 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Nudge sets out to catch the mysterious tracksuit burglar. Note: This is the final episode of cast regular Christopher Truswell. No explanation is given in subsequent episodes as to the whereabouts of Nudge. | |||||
Season 6 (1991)
Features the debut of Ben Oxenbould (Ben Hubner) and the return of Matthew Krok (Arthur MacArthur), with guest appearances by Rebecca Cross (Karen). Also noted as Christopher Mayer's final season. Personal childhood photos of the cast members are now displayed in the opening credits.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Testing Time | 175 | HDA6-001 | 21 August 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Arthur MacArthur falls for an older woman - Sam. Guest starring Matthew Krok. | |||||
| Best Laid Plans | 176 | HDA6-002 | 28 August 1991 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin is persuaded by Jenny to accompany her on a school trip. Guest starring Rebecca Cross as Karen. | |||||
| Teacher, Teacher | 177 | HDA6-003 | 4 September 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Simon unwittingly tutors the university football champion in maths. Guest starring Ben Oxenbould as Ben Hubner. | |||||
| Kids Stuff | 178 | HDA6-004 | 11 September 1991 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin is keen to teach everyone a lesson about borrowing things. Guest starring Matthew Krok as Arthur MacArthur. | |||||
| Greener Pastures | 179 | HDA6-005 | 18 September 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin is surprised when his biggest client tries to poach Betty. Guest starring Ben Oxenbould as Ben Hubner, and Matthew Krok as Arthur MacArthur. | |||||
| Numbers Game | 180 | HDA6-006 | 25 September 1991 | Robert Meillon | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Jenny tries to change her life to fit in with numerology. Guest starring Ben Oxenbould as Ben Hubner, and Matthew Krok as Arthur MacArthur. | |||||
| Phone Home | 181 | HDA6-007 | 2 October 1991 | Robert Meillon | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| To cut down on excessive phone bills, Martin gets a portable phone. Guest starring Ben Oxenbould as Ben Hubner. | |||||
| Hell Driver | 182 | HDA6-008 | 9 October 1991 | Robert Meillon | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin is concerned when Sam gets her learner's permit. Guest starring Ben Oxenbould as Ben Hubner, and Matthew Krok as Arthur MacArthur. | |||||
| Betty Versus Hi Tech | 183 | HDA6-009 | 16 October 1991 | Robert Meillon | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty and Arthur try their hands as typewriter technicians. Guest starring Ben Oxenbould as Ben Hubner, and Matthew Krok as Arthur MacArthur. | |||||
| Council Clean Up | 184 | HDA6-010 | 23 October 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin tries to convince the household of the merits of cleaning up. Guest starring Ben Oxenbould as Ben Hubner, Matthew Krok as Arthur MacArthur, and Tayce Krok as Tessa MacArthur. | |||||
| A Bit of Grease | 185 | HDA6-011 | 30 October 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Sam uses her feminine charm to improve her chances of getting a licence. Guest starring Ben Oxenbould as Ben Hubner, and Matthew Krok as Arthur MacArthur. | |||||
| Happy Holiday | 186 | HDA6-012 | 6 November 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Arthur is upset at having to have a holiday at home. Guest starring Ben Oxenbould as Ben Hubner, Matthew Krok as Arthur MacArthur, and Rebecca Cross as Karen. | |||||
| Crowded House | 187 | HDA6-013 | 6 November 1991 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Life in the Kelly house proves too much for Simon and he moves out. Guest starring Ben Oxenbould as Ben Hubner, Matthew Krok as Arthur MacArthur, and Rebecca Cross as Karen. Note: Christopher Mayer's final episode. | |||||
Season 7 (1992)
Marks the final series appearance of Bill Young (Stan Hickey). Added to the opening credits are Ben Oxenbould and Matthew Krok.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food for Thought | 188 | HDA7-001 | 12 February 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Stan Hickey comes to town with the aim of getting a job. Guest starring Bill Young. | |||||
| Boarding Party | 189 | HDA7-002 | 19 February 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Stan finds a job that will keep him close to Betty. Guest starring Bill Young. | |||||
| Let's Do Lunch | 190 | HDA7-003 | 26 February 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Jenny is upset when she finds that Ben has moved into Simon's room. | |||||
| Jenny Come Lately | 191 | HDA7-004 | 4 March 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Jenny is in trouble when she gets home late from school. | |||||
| Hooked on Stage | 192 | HDA7-005 | 11 March 1992 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| With no job prospects on the horizon, Sam tries being an actress. | |||||
| Ben the Toy Boy | 193 | HDA7-006 | 18 March 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin's client finds Ben alluring. Guest starring Nikki Coghill as Yolande Le Clerc. | |||||
| Break a Leg | 194 | HDA7-007 | 25 March 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Arthur is incapacitated after a skateboard accident. Guest starring Roy Billing as Dr. MacLean. | |||||
| Hooked on Pan | 195 | HDA7-008 | 1 April 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Sam takes an interest in reincarnation. | |||||
| Born to Be Wild | 196 | HDA7-009 | 8 April 1992 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Sam starts dating a motorbike rider, and Ben wants to buy a car. Guest starring Christopher Gabardi as Steve. | |||||
| Of Mice and Men | 197 | HDA7-010 | 22 April 1992 | Karl Zwicky | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty feels it's time the office had some new equipment. Guest starring Rod Zuanic as Bruno. | |||||
| A Star Is Born | 198 | HDA7-011 | 29 April 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Sam wins a talent contest, and Betty battles with her new computer. Guest starring Mark Owen-Taylor as the Reporter, and Kym Goldsworthy as the TV Cameraman. | |||||
| A Most Holy Event | 199 | HDA7-012 | 6 May 1992 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Sam and Jenny plan a night out on the town, and Betty finds religion. Guest starring Peter Gwynne as the Monsignor. | |||||
| Tall Stories | 200 | HDA7-013 | 13 May 1992 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Stan Hickey arrives from Walgett with his brother. Guest starring Bill Young as Stan Hickey, and Stephen Rae as Jack Hickey. | |||||
Season 8 (1992)
No major cast changes. Final guest appearances of Nikki Coghill (Jolanda) and Rod Zuanic (Bruno).
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nun the Wiser | 201 | HDA8-001 | 20 May 1992 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Betty becomes sick and is visited by Sister Maureen from Walgett. Guest starring Maggie Kirkpatrick. | |||||
| The Big League | 202 | HDA8-002 | 27 May 1992 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Ben tries to join a professional football team. | |||||
| Calling, Mr Kelly | 203 | HDA8-003 | 3 June 1992 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Martin agrees to be proxy in a wedding taking place over radio from the Antarctic. Guest starring Nikki Coghill as Yolande Le Clerc. | |||||
| Waste Not, Want Not | 204 | HDA8-004 | 10 June 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The Kelly household participates in the 40 Hour Famine. | |||||
| Read and Weep | 205 | HDA8-005 | 12 August 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Ben tries to hide his new puppy and Jenny hides her report card. | |||||
| Second-Best Man | 206 | HDA8-006 | 17 June 1992 | Leigh Spence | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Ben acts as best man for a friend, and Martin feels neglected on his birthday. | |||||
| Governor Phillip Would Be Proud | 207 | HDA8-007 | 24 June 1992 | Leigh Spence | John Flanagan |
| Martin is sick of modern technology, and reverts to more primitive methods. | |||||
| Marlin Kelly | 208 | HDA8-008 | 1 July 1992 | Leigh Spence | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin takes up sailing, and Ben teaches Arthur how to fish. | |||||
| Volvo Power | 209 | HDA8-009 | 8 July 1992 | Leigh Spence | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin decides to take the plunge and sell the family Volvo. | |||||
| Hell's Betty | 210 | HDA8-010 | 15 July 1992 | Leigh Spence | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Betty takes a course to improve her motorcycling skills. | |||||
| Not Lasagna, Again! | 211 | HDA8-011 | 22 July 1992 | Leigh Spence | John Flanagan |
| Martin has trouble finding variety when cooking for the family. | |||||
| Arthur McArthur, P.I. | 212 | HDA8-012 | 19 August 1992 | Leigh Spence | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| The intrepid detective investigates The Case of the Overdue Parking Ticket. Guest starring Richard Carter as the Policeman. | |||||
| Be Prepared | 213 | HDA8-013 | 26 August 1992 | Leigh Spence | John Flanagan |
| Betty joins the Girl Guides as a troupe leader. Guest starring Rod Zuanic as Bruno. | |||||
Season 9 (1992)
Beth Champion (Shelley) debuts as Sam's friend. Highlighted by brief guest appearances from Joe Bugner and John O'Connell.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notorious Character | 214 | HDA9-001 | 2 September 1992 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin finds some dubious ancestry when researching his family tree. Guest starring Beth Champion as Shelley. | |||||
| One Strike ... | 215 | HDA9-002 | 9 September 1992 | Leigh Spence | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Arthur gets self-defence lessons from a former heavyweight boxing champion. Guest starring Khuarnrurthai Thammakij as the Sponsored Child, and Joe Bugner as himself. | |||||
| An Alternative Solution | 216 | HDA9-003 | 16 September 1992 | Sally Brady | |
| Betty takes an interest in alternative therapies and Jenny decides to be more mature. | |||||
| Shall I Compare Thee ... | 217 | HDA9-004 | 23 September 1992 | Leigh Spence | John Flanagan |
| Ben tries to write romantic poetry to woo his girlfriend. | |||||
| Go for Gold | 218 | HDA9-005 | 30 September 1992 | Leigh Spence | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Betty enters the Secretaries' Olympics and drives Martin mad with her training. | |||||
| Seize the Day | 219 | HDA9-006 | 7 October 1992 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin is the organiser of his old school reunion. Guest starring Barry Langrishe as Tony Andrews. | |||||
| Holy Molar! | 220 | HDA9-007 | 14 October 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin is reduced to a nervous wreck when he has to visit the dentist. Guest starring Doug Scroope as Mr. Blunt. | |||||
| Bargain Bonanza | 221 | HDA9-008 | 21 October 1992 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Ben tries to find a gift to impress his girlfriend. Guest starring Beth Champion as Shelley. | |||||
| To Catch a Mouse | 222 | HDA9-009 | 28 October 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The house is infested with mice, and everyone has their own solution. Note: Monte the Python courtesy of Featherdale Wildlife Park. | |||||
| Brace Yourself | 223 | HDA9-010 | 4 November 1992 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Jenny soon tires of wearing her orthodontic braces. | |||||
| Wascally White Wabbit | 224 | HDA9-011 | 11 November 1992 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Arthur gets a part in a school play as a white rabbit. Guest starring Beth Champion as Shelley. | |||||
| Break a Leg (II) | 225 | HDA9-012 | 18 November 1992 | Sally Brady | |
| Betty comes to grief while running for the bus. | |||||
| Strictly Garland | 226 | HDA9-013 | 25 November 1992 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Sam tries to get a part in a play produced by the choreographer of Strictly Ballroom. Guest starring John O'Connell as himself. | |||||
Season 10 (1993)
Sarah Monahan leaves the series, and is replaced with Angela Keep as Jenny. Mary-Lou Stewart (Lyn) becomes a semi-regular on the show. Season 10 also features the introduction of the Woodlocks, and the television debut of a young Delta Goodrem (Cynthia).
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Picture This | 227 | HDA10-001 | 10 February 1993 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Jenny leaves to go to boarding school. Note: Sarah Monahan's final episode as Jenny. | |||||
| The Loan Ranger | 228 | HDA10-002 | 17 February 1993 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| In order to buy a car, Ben tries to get a bank loan. | |||||
| Who's Thor? | 229 | HDA10-003 | 24 February 1993 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| To improve her workplace skills, Betty takes a course in Swedish massage. Guest starring Beth Champion as Shelley. | |||||
| The Real Ladies Man | 230 | HDA10-004 | 3 March 1993 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Arthur is horrified when he finds he's expected to take a girl to a party. Guest starring Delta Goodrem (yup, that Delta) as Cynthia Broadhurst. | |||||
| Easter Blues | 231 | HDA10-005 | 10 March 1993 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Jenny wants to leave boarding school, and Ben & Sam give real eggs for Easter. Note: Angela Keep's first episode as Jenny. | |||||
| Fishy Business | 232 | HDA10-006 | 17 March 1993 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin is struck down with a virus and leaves Betty in charge of the office. Guest starring Betty Lucas as R.J. Thomas. | |||||
| All Systems Down | 233 | HDA10-007 | 24 March 1993 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| The hot water service fails just when Martin has a blind date. Guest starring Mary-Lou Stewart as Lyn Parker, Laura Gabriel as Ros Woodlock, and Peter Braunstein as Dave Woodlock. | |||||
| A New Look | 234 | HDA10-008 | 31 March 1993 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Betty breaks Martin's glasses, and he replaces them with contact lenses. | |||||
| The Dutiful Parent | 235 | HDA10-009 | 7 April 1993 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Everyone pitches in to try and guess the password on Betty's computer. | |||||
| Advance Australia ... What? | 236 | HDA10-010 | 14 April 1993 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| No one can help Jenny find the words to the National Anthem. Guest starring Mary-Lou Stewart as Lyn Parker, and Kym Goldsworthy as the voice of Justin the Security Guard. | |||||
| TV or Not TV | 237 | HDA10-011 | 21 April 1993 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin bets the girls they can't go without television for a week. | |||||
| Caught Bear Handed | 238 | HDA10-012 | 28 April 1993 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty joins Neighbourhood Watch and Arthur's teddy bear secret is explained. | |||||
| Surprise! Surprise! | 239 | HDA10-013 | 5 May 1993 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin is planning a surprise party which Betty thinks is for her. Guest starring Mary-Lou Stewart as Lyn Parker, Laura Gabriel as Ros Woodlock, and Peter Braunstein as Dave Woodlock. | |||||
Season 11 (1993)
No major cast changes. Brief guest appearances by Stan Grant, Ray Meagher and James Morrison.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gnome Alone | 240 | HDA11-001 | 12 May 1993 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Sam and Ben find a replacement when Betty's garden gnome Nigel is stolen. Guest starring Stan Grant as himself. | |||||
| Weekend Travellers | 241 | HDA11-002 | 19 May 1993 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin wants to spend a weekend away with Lyn, but thinks Jenny will object. Guest starring Mary-Lou Stewart as Lyn Parker. | |||||
| Fright Night II | 242 | HDA11-003 | 26 May 1993 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Jenny has a slumber party, and Martin, Ben and Betty want to go fishing. | |||||
| Star Struck | 243 | HDA11-004 | 2 June 1993 | Sally Brady | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Ben and Sam audition for Home and Away, and Arthur joins the cricket team. Guest starring Ray Meagher as himself. | |||||
| A Family Business | 244 | HDA11-005 | 9 June 1993 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy |
| Arthur gets a job with Martin, and Sam & Lyn argue over a blouse. Guest starring Mary-Lou Stewart as Lyn Parker. | |||||
| Super Scam | 245 | HDA11-006 | 16 June 1993 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Jenny cleans up the family when she starts a swear box. | |||||
| What Are You Doing Here ... Monsieur? | 246 | HDA11-007 | 23 June 1993 | Leigh Spence | John Flanagan |
| Ben and Sam take jobs at a French restaurant without telling Martin. Guest starring Mary-Lou Stewart as Lyn Parker. | |||||
| Working for the Man | 247 | HDA11-008 | 30 June 1993 | Leigh Spence | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin hires Ben, but soon has cause to regret it. | |||||
| Breaking Up Is Hard to Do | 248 | HDA11-009 | 7 July 1993 | Leigh Spence | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Martin and Lyn decide to spend some time apart. Guest starring Mary-Lou Stewart as Lyn Parker, and Laura Gabriel as Ros Woodlock. | |||||
| Justice of the Waterbed | 249 | HDA11-010 | 14 July 1993 | Leigh Spence | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Ben wins a leaky waterbed, and Betty & Sam go into business together. | |||||
| Such Sweet Music | 250 | HDA11-011 | 21 July 1993 | Leigh Spence | Gary Reilly, John Flanagan |
| Betty joins a marching band and gets tuition from "Mr. Morrison". Guest starring James Morrison as himself. | |||||
| A Case of the Grumps | 251 | HDA11-012 | 28 July 1993 | Leigh Spence | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin is grumpy after breaking up with Lyn, and Sam feels old at 19. Guest starring Mary-Lou Stewart as Lyn Parker. | |||||
| Just Call Me Akela! | 252 | HDA11-013 | 4 August 1993 | Leigh Spence | John Flanagan |
| Jenny sells copies of her homework, and Ben helps Arthur with scouts. | |||||
Season 12 (1993-1994)
Final season of Robert Hughes (Martin Kelly) and Mary-Lou Stewart (Lyn). Mark Owen-Taylor (Greg Russell) joins the cast towards the end of the season.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Fight for Women's Rights | 253 | HDA12-001 | 15 September 1993 | Sally Brady | |
| Martin thinks Lyn is pregnant, and Jenny takes on the feminist cause. Guest starring Mary-Lou Stewart as Lyn Parker. | |||||
| Bop Till You Drop | 254 | HDA12-002 | 22 September 1993 | Sally Brady | |
| Sam enters a beauty contest, and finds herself competing against Arthur. | |||||
| Housesitter | 255 | HDA12-003 | 29 September 1993 | Sally Brady | |
| Lyn looks after the house for the weekend while Martin goes to Canberra on business. Guest starring Mary-Lou Stewart as Lyn Parker. | |||||
| Whale Song Betty | 256 | HDA12-004 | 6 October 1993 | Sally Brady | |
| Betty brings a tape of whale songs to work to improve her efficiency. | |||||
| Ben's Lucky Fishing Hat | 257 | HDA12-005 | 13 October 1993 | Sally Brady | |
| Jenny is caught shoplifting, and Arthur loses Ben's hat. | |||||
| Jenny the Journo | 258 | HDA12-006 | 20 October 1993 | Sally Brady | |
| Jenny's gossip column for the school newspaper includes an item about Sam. | |||||
| Betty's Cryptic Crossword | 259 | HDA12-007 | 27 October 1993 | Sally Brady | |
| Betty creates a more than usually cryptic crossword for a girl guide magazine. | |||||
| Arthur the Good | 260 | HDA12-008 | 3 November 1993 | Sally Brady | |
| Arthur tries to do more good deeds, starting with the Kelly household. | |||||
| Strictly Business | 261 | HDA12-009 | 10 November 1993 | Sally Brady | |
| Betty gets a proposal from the deputy town clerk. Guest starring Arky Michael as Neville Short. | |||||
| Where's the Party? | 262 | HDA12-010 | 17 November 1993 | Sally Brady | |
| Sam and Ben plan a party while Martin is away in Canberra. Guest starring Julie Haseler as Glenda the Bag Lady. | |||||
| Bon Voyage: Part 1 | 263 | HDA12-011 | 24 November 1993 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Martin isn't sure whether to accept a job which will take him overseas. Guest starring Mark Owen-Taylor as Greg Russell. | |||||
| Bon Voyage: Part 2 | 264 | HDA12-012 | 2 February 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Martin decides to take the job in Saudi Arabia. Guest starring Mark Owen-Taylor as Greg Russell, Mary-Lou Stewart as Lyn Parker, and Kym Goldsworthy as the voice of the Airport PA Announcer. Note: This is the final episode of original cast member Robert Hughes. | |||||
| Settling In | 265 | HDA12-013 | 9 February 1994 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Greg soon discovers what a unique person Betty is, and Ben gives Sam self-defence lessons. Guest starring Mark Owen-Taylor as Greg Russell. Note: Though he does not appear in the episode, Robert Hughes is credited in the opening title sequence for the last time. | |||||
Season 13 (1994)
Belinda Emmett (Tracy) joins the cast, while Rachael Beck (Sam) departs. Simone Buchanan (Debbie) and Tayce Krok (Tessa McArthur) return for their final guest appearances. Added to the opening credits are Mark Owen-Taylor and Belinda Emmett.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No Ordinary Woman | 266 | HDA13-001 | 16 February 1994 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Sam is on vacation in Adelaide, and Greg's daughter Tracy drops in. Guest starring Belinda Emmett. Note: Rachael Beck is credited but does not appear during this episode. | |||||
| This Is Your Wake Up Call | 267 | HDA13-002 | 23 February 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Tracy gets an early morning job training horses, and Sam phones Greg from Adelaide with money troubles. Guest starring Belinda Emmett. Note: Rachael Beck's final episode. | |||||
| Nothing's Changed | 268 | HDA13-003 | 2 March 1994 | Sally Brady | |
| When Debbie returns home, she is surprised at all the changes. Guest starring Simone Buchanan. Note: Belinda Emmett appears in the opening credits from this episode onward. | |||||
| A Promotion for Betty? | 269 | HDA13-004 | 9 March 1994 | Sally Brady | |
| Greg thinks promoting Betty to an executive position might be a good idea. | |||||
| Walk Against Want Walkers | 270 | HDA13-005 | 16 March 1994 | Sally Brady | |
| Betty designs a special tracksuit to help her in the Walk Against Want. | |||||
| Who's to Blame? | 271 | HDA13-006 | 23 March 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Both Greg and Jenny crash the Volvo, but neither wants to take responsibility. | |||||
| Cousin Coral Comes to Visit | 272 | HDA13-007 | 30 March 1994 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| A visit from Betty's cousin only adds confusion to the Kelly house. Guest starring Emma Jane Fowler as Cousin Coral. | |||||
| Betty's Mother Comes to Town | 273 | HDA13-008 | 6 April 1994 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Betty's mother is concerned about Greg, and comes to check him out. Note: Mrs. Paula Wilson is portrayed by Julie McGregor. | |||||
| Acting the Goat! | 274 | HDA13-009 | 20 April 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Tracy accompanies Ben to his university dinner and dance. Guest starring Billy the Goat as Franklin the Goat. | |||||
| It Was a Dark and Stormy Night | 275 | HDA13-010 | 27 April 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Greg hears a ghost story about a previous inhabitant of the house. | |||||
| She Ain't Heavy, She's My Sister | 276 | HDA13-011 | 4 May 1994 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Arthur is annoyed to find people think his sister is cuter than he is. Guest starring Tayce Krok as Tessa MacArthur. | |||||
| Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Sporty Car Machiney | 277 | HDA13-012 | 11 May 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| When Greg wins a sports car, Ben and Tracy think they'll be able to use it. | |||||
| Beam Me Up Bennie | 278 | HDA13-013 | 18 May 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Ben's secret past is revealed - he's a closet Star Trek fan. | |||||
Season 14 (1994)
Barry Crocker makes a guest appearance as Greg's father (Charles Russell), and Christopher Truswell (Nudge) returns for the series finale curtain call.
| Title | Ep.# | Code | Airdate | Director | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born to Be Mild | 279 | HDA14-001 | 25 May 1994 | Sally Brady | |
| Greg wants to buy a motorbike, and Tracy tries to talk him out of it. | |||||
| Rebel Without a Clue | 280 | HDA14-002 | 1 June 1994 | Sally Brady | Ian Rochford |
| The household is surprised when Jenny reveals that she has a boyfriend. Guest starring Ryan Kwanten as Richard. | |||||
| Your Wish Is My Command | 281 | HDA14-003 | 8 June 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy |
| Arthur is fed up acting as Ben and Tracy's slave, and plots revenge. | |||||
| The Joy Luck Social Club | 282 | HDA14-004 | 15 June 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Betty invites a special guest to the office social party. Guest starring Julie Haseler as Glenda the Bag Lady. | |||||
| Romancing the Stunned | 283 | HDA14-005 | 22 June 1994 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| Ben tries to avoid an ex-girlfriend. Guest starring Cathy Godbold as Cassie. | |||||
| Betty's New Flat | 284 | HDA14-006 | 29 June 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Betty moves to a new flat, but all her belongings end up in Queensland. | |||||
| Cart Blanks | 285 | HDA14-007 | 6 July 1994 | Sally Brady | Geoff Stevenson |
| Greg invites Tracy's boyfriend to dinner, not knowing that he's 30. Guest starring Rhett Walton as Justin. | |||||
| Sink or Swim | 286 | HDA14-008 | 13 July 1994 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| In an attempt to rid the house of fleas, Ben uses a powerful insecticide bomb. | |||||
| Current Events | 287 | HDA14-009 | 20 July 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Tracy takes on the conservation cause, and Greg gets a new credit card. | |||||
| Broom and Board | 288 | HDA14-010 | 27 July 1994 | Sally Brady | Jimmy Thomson, Steve Myhill |
| Greg wants the house cleaned up and introduces a work roster. | |||||
| Phoning at the Mouth | 289 | HDA14-011 | 3 August 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Greg is unsure whether he should buy Tracy a mobile phone. | |||||
| Hoot's Boots | 290 | HDA14-012 | 10 August 1994 | Sally Brady | Kym Goldsworthy, Ian Rochford |
| Greg is shocked at the changes in his father. Guest starring Barry Crocker as Charles Russell. | |||||
| What a Blast! (Finale) | 291 | HDA14-013 | 17 August 1994 | Sally Brady | John Flanagan |
| The household is taken hostage by a bank robber and held at gunpoint. Guest starring Bill Conn as the bank robber. Note: All former key cast members were asked to return for the final episode, but some refused. Joining the cast for the final curtain call, shown during the end credits, are Christopher Truswell, Sarah Monahan, Gary Reilly and John Flanagan. The final draft script for episode 291 states that the production date was 22 July 1994. | |||||