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Season 4
S4E41 47 min

An Axe To Grind - Part 1

A Country Practice - Season 4

Molly is really excited when an old friend from University visits. Brendan's moustache is not well received. The fruit pickers arrive and Esme's finds them 'undesirable'.

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Season 4

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Part Of The Family - Part 1
E1 47 min

Part Of The Family - Part 1

An eight year-old Downs Syndrome boy is slowly welcomed into the community.

Part Of The Family - Part 2
E2 2 janvier 1984 47 min

Part Of The Family - Part 2

Muldoon becomes a victim of his own shortcuts when the hospital wall under construction collapses on him.

A Second Chance - Part 1
E3 2 juillet 1984 46 min

A Second Chance - Part 1

When Gabe's mother arrives in the valley, Frank's fears are confirmed.

A Second Chance - Part 2
E4 2 août 1984 47 min

A Second Chance - Part 2

Miles Scholfield has chosen secluded Wandin Valley as the location for the birth of his writing career.

It's So Easy - Part 1
E5 47 min

It's So Easy - Part 1

A country spinster who raises champion pigs in Wandin Valley meets Barry Leonard on holiday. Barry visits her in Wandin Valley bringing with him devastation and heartbreak.

It's So Easy - Part 2
E6 46 min

It's So Easy - Part 2

Terence is seconded by Brendan into taking Judy Loveday to her reunion dinner. His reservations are not unfounded, when Judy appears to misinterpret his intentions.

Partners - Part 1
E7 47 min

Partners - Part 1

As Muldoon has resigned from the Club, there is a vacancy for President. Johnno, the publican, makes it his business to take over where Muldoon left off.

Partners - Part 2
E8 46 min

Partners - Part 2

Everyone becomes concerned with Terence's apparent loneliness and their attempts to find him a partner are upstaged by Bob and Cookie's plan to use an introduction agency.

Once Upon A Time - Part 1
E9 47 min

Once Upon A Time - Part 1

Emily White, Wandin Valley's oldest citizen, is admitted to hospital.

Once Upon A Time - Part 2
E10 47 min

Once Upon A Time - Part 2

The story of Wandin Valley's eldest citizen is re-lived when Molly organises a vivid re-enactment.

When The Bough Breaks - Part 1
E11 3 juillet 1984 47 min

When The Bough Breaks - Part 1

Molly's over-enthusiasm to have everything right for her new baby causes complications.

When The Bough Breaks - Part 2
E12 3 août 1984 46 min

When The Bough Breaks - Part 2

Molly and Brendan have to face the first major crisis of their lives together.

A Sense Of Loss - Part 1
E13 46 min

A Sense Of Loss - Part 1

Molly and Brendan's friends try to help them sort out their problems.

A Sense Of Loss - Part 2
E14 47 min

A Sense Of Loss - Part 2

Simon cannot understand Vicky's behaviour toward her close friend Molly.

On The Sheep's Back - Part 1
E15 47 min

On The Sheep's Back - Part 1

Simon is offered a job he has always wanted in the city and he and Vicky have to make a decision.

On The Sheep's Back - Part 2
E16 47 min

On The Sheep's Back - Part 2

A young visitor to Wandin Valley takes great interest in Molly and is surprised and disappointed to find out that she is married.

The Last Laugh - Part 1
E17 47 min

The Last Laugh - Part 1

Molly finally looks like making a success of her farm, but she worries that disease might threaten her potato crop.

The Last Laugh - Part 2
E18 47 min

The Last Laugh - Part 2

Terence is shocked at how a money-making venture is more important than a human life.

Elementary Miss Watson - Part 1
E19 4 mai 1984 47 min

Elementary Miss Watson - Part 1

Esme starts meddling in other people's affairs, only to find herself in trouble with Frank Gilroy.

Elementary Miss Watson - Part 2
E20 4 juin 1984 45 min

Elementary Miss Watson - Part 2

Esme persuades Cookie to help her in her private investigations and they make a shocking discovery.

The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 1
E21 4 décembre 1984 47 min

The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 1

Judy Loveday thinks that the hospital's new nursing assistant is not all she appears to be.

The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 2
E22 47 min

The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 2

Terence takes an interest in the new nurse's assistant and finds out why she is behaving so mysteriously.

Moment Of Truth - Part 1
E23 46 min

Moment Of Truth - Part 1

Vicky shows all the signs of being pregnant and Simon is very excited.

Moment Of Truth - Part 2
E24 47 min

Moment Of Truth - Part 2

Judy Loveday's behaviour towards Tania Menzel takes a surprising turn.

A Touch Of Class - Part 1
E25 46 min

A Touch Of Class - Part 1

Frank is unhappy about the demands being made on him by the locals.

A Touch Of Class - Part 2
E26 47 min

A Touch Of Class - Part 2

The locals finally come to Frank's aid much to his relief.

Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 1
E27 5 mars 1984 46 min

Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 1

Vicky and Simon make preparations for Simon's mother's arrival.

Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 2
E28 5 avril 1984 47 min

Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 2

Brendan has doubts about the girl that Judy recommended to fill the vacant position at the hospital.

A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 1
E29 5 octobre 1984 46 min

A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 1

Molly gets a surprise present for Brendan's birthday.

A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 2
E30 5 novembre 1984 47 min

A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 2

Brendan gets more of a surprise than Molly bargained for.

Invasion Of Privacy - Part 1
E31 47 min

Invasion Of Privacy - Part 1

Shirley is concerned that Simon seems to prefer working to going home.

Invasion Of Privacy - Part 2
E32 48 min

Invasion Of Privacy - Part 2

An argument between Vicky and Simon prompts Vicky to seek help from Shirley.

Tug Of War - Part 1
E33 47 min

Tug Of War - Part 1

An insecure girl focuses her attention on Simon, but Simon has trouble working out why.

Tug Of War - Part 2
E34 46 min

Tug Of War - Part 2

Shirley's strange behaviour has everybody wondering what happened to her while she was away.

Second Opinion - Part 1
E35 46 min

Second Opinion - Part 1

Esme must prepare herself for an operation.

Second Opinion - Part 2
E36 6 janvier 1984 47 min

Second Opinion - Part 2

Simon finds himself applying his medical expertise to Vicky's patients.

Hot & Cold - Part 1
E37 6 juillet 1984 47 min

Hot & Cold - Part 1

Vicky finds she has to face the consequences when an article she wrote appears in the Burrigan Examiner.

Hot & Cold - Part 2
E38 6 août 1984 46 min

Hot & Cold - Part 2

Terence finds himself advising friends on a medical situation and Simon feels neglected when Fatso ignores him.

Breathing Space - Part 1
E39 47 min

Breathing Space - Part 1

Judy gets a big surprise when the new nurse arrives at the hospital a day earlier than expected and Frank and Shirl prepare themselves for Gabe's visit.

Breathing Space - Part 2
E40 46 min

Breathing Space - Part 2

The pressure a mother places on her young son, causes Terence concern. The folk in Wandin Valley have a surprise party for an old friend. The Valley raise funds for a young boy's swimming training.

An Axe To Grind - Part 1
E41 47 min

An Axe To Grind - Part 1

Molly is really excited when an old friend from University visits. Brendan's moustache is not well received. The fruit pickers arrive and Esme's finds them 'undesirable'.

An Axe To Grind - Part 2
E42 46 min

An Axe To Grind - Part 2

Shirley is worried aboutFrank's behaviour. Molly's friend Emma finds an old Aboriginal site. Matron Sloan isn't having much luck in finding a place to live.

Repairing The Damage - Part 1
E43 46 min

Repairing The Damage - Part 1

Shirley's concern for Frank causes her to seek help from Terence. Brendan and Simon try their hand at home plumbing.

Repairing The Damage - Part 2
E44 47 min

Repairing The Damage - Part 2

Judy Loveday takes great delight in teasing Simon and Brendan.

Good Intentions - Part 1
E45 7 mai 1984 46 min

Good Intentions - Part 1

A young girl's dream to raise her child in a stable environment is shattered when she finds herself deserted.

Good Intentions - Part 2
E46 7 juin 1984 46 min

Good Intentions - Part 2

Matron Sloan finds she has to face the consequences when she fights for what she believes is right.

So Close Yet So Far Away - Part 1
E47 7 décembre 1984 47 min

So Close Yet So Far Away - Part 1

Brendan can look forward to a long awaited reunion with his parents when they decide to visit.

So Close Yet So Far Away - Part 2
E48 47 min

So Close Yet So Far Away - Part 2

Brendan is rather concerned when he hears how his father shows little responsibility when taking care of Chloe.

Splitting The Difference - Part 1
E49 47 min

Splitting The Difference - Part 1

A friend from Vicky's past seeks medical expertise from Simon.

Splitting The Difference - Part 2
E50 47 min

Splitting The Difference - Part 2

Matron Sloan has problems dealing with one of the hospital board members.

Friday The 13th - Part 1
E51 46 min

Friday The 13th - Part 1

Judy Loveday plays a practical joke on Dr. Elliott on Friday, the 13th.

Friday The 13th - Part 2
E52 47 min

Friday The 13th - Part 2

Terence and Frank have their work cut out for them when they try to trace an anonymous suicide call.

The Last Picture Show - Part 1
E53 8 février 1984 46 min

The Last Picture Show - Part 1

Simon decides that it's high time Hamlet had some serious training.

The Last Picture Show - Part 2
E54 8 mars 1984 47 min

The Last Picture Show - Part 2

Judy Loveday gets excited when she thinks she has finally found a man of the world. Terence, Simon and Frank investigate the possibility of investing in a movie.

I'll Drink To That - Part 1
E55 8 septembre 1984 47 min

I'll Drink To That - Part 1

Terence and Matron Sloane cannot understand Judy's attitude to a patient. When Simon's aunt dies he inherits some of her belongings. A young boy's parents are wondering what ailment their child has.

I'll Drink To That - Part 2
E56 8 octobre 1984 47 min

I'll Drink To That - Part 2

Bob is angry over an articleMolly wrote for the newspaper. Vicky and Simon's dinner party isn't very practical.

The Hidden Trap - Part 1
E57 47 min

The Hidden Trap - Part 1

Vicki is horrified to see how a farmer treats his daughter-in-law and wonders what mystery surrounds her. Judy shows signs of deep depression. Molly tries to release her first edition on time.

The Hidden Trap - Part 2
E58 46 min

The Hidden Trap - Part 2

Vicky and Frank uncover a serious crime. When Judy and Terence have a confrontation he realises just how much Judy has been suffering. A new house brings excitement for Simon and Vicky.

Close To The Bone - Part 1
E59 46 min

Close To The Bone - Part 1

Terence tries to explain to a girl the damage of what she is doing to herself when she refuses to eat.

Close To The Bone - Part 2
E60 45 min

Close To The Bone - Part 2

Simon's birthday party gets underway at the Club but the guest of honour seems to be missing.

Leader Of The Pack - Part 1
E61 46 min

Leader Of The Pack - Part 1

The clinic and hospital get broken into, and Frank wonders if the recent arrival of the bikies has anything to do with it.

Leader Of The Pack - Part 2
E62 47 min

Leader Of The Pack - Part 2

When Molly sees that the council are planning to build a factory she sets about trying to prevent it.

Digging Up Dirt - Part 1
E63 9 juin 1984 46 min

Digging Up Dirt - Part 1

Vicky has reservations about the new house Simon has found for them.

Digging Up Dirt - Part 2
E64 9 juillet 1984 46 min

Digging Up Dirt - Part 2

Terence is forced to operate in dangerous conditions in order to save a man's life.

Man's Best Friend - Part 1
E65 47 min

Man's Best Friend - Part 1

Simon and Vicky move in with Frank and Shirley.

Man's Best Friend - Part 2
E66 46 min

Man's Best Friend - Part 2

Vicky and Simon find that it's not as easy as they thought living with Frank and Shirley.

Taken For A Ride - Part 1
E67 46 min

Taken For A Ride - Part 1

Molly tries to help Simon at the clinic but he finds her more of a hindrance.

Taken For A Ride - Part 2
E68 47 min

Taken For A Ride - Part 2

An accident at the timber yard leads to further investigation by Terence.

A Fair Hearing - Part 1
E69 46 min

A Fair Hearing - Part 1

Cookie and Bob prepare Clancy for his big race. Are Vicky and Simon going from a bad situation to a worse one when they accept the offer of another place to stay?

A Fair Hearing - Part 2
E70 46 min

A Fair Hearing - Part 2

Clancy's big race arrives and there's unexpected results for some. Molly is annoyed with the attention Brendan is receiving from the Burrigan Examiner so decides to take action.

Upstaged - Part 1
E71 10 avril 1984 46 min

Upstaged - Part 1

Preparations begin for undiscovered talents when the club prepares for a Gala Evening. Cookie takes on some extra work. Molly has her first visitors to stay at the farm.

Upstaged - Part 2
E72 10 mai 1984 46 min

Upstaged - Part 2

Simon has the chance to work with one of the best in the business, but isn't impressed with the lack of compassion he shows towards his patients.

Ships That Pass - Part 1
E73 10 novembre 1984 46 min

Ships That Pass - Part 1

It's great excitement when Shirley, Frank, Simon and Brendan head off on a South Pacific cruise. Shirley is quite taken with the charming ship's purser.

Ships That Pass - Part 2
E74 10 décembre 1984 47 min

Ships That Pass - Part 2

Cookie takes liberties with the truth to develop a ship-board romance. Simon and Brendan become involved in a stow-away.

The Harder They Fall - Part 1
E75 46 min

The Harder They Fall - Part 1

Vicky has some exciting news to tell Simon on his return from the cruise. Terence asks Judy to keep a watchful eye on Steve Vargas. Cookie gets a big surprise.

The Harder They Fall - Part 2
E76 47 min

The Harder They Fall - Part 2

Terence enjoys a different lifestyle when his flat gets overtaken by a woman wrestler. Shirley and Frank hold a slide evening, causing friction between the usually happy couples of the valley.

Something Out There - Part 1
E77 47 min

Something Out There - Part 1

Vicky and Simon move into their new house. The local farmers are concerned for the stock after a mysterious series of deaths. Molly has to cope with the death of one of her dearest animals.

Something Out There - Part 2
E78 46 min

Something Out There - Part 2

The locals take the advice of an old hermit from the hills and work under his instruction to hunt down a wild dog pack. Simon is annoyed when his new house is used as a communications base.

Out Of Bounds - Part 1
E79 11 janvier 1984 46 min

Out Of Bounds - Part 1

Esme finds herself in an unfortunate position and has to face the consequences.

Out Of Bounds - Part 2
E80 11 février 1984 46 min

Out Of Bounds - Part 2

All the hospital staff are called to help in an emergency operation.

Rituals - Part 1
E81 11 août 1984 47 min

Rituals - Part 1

Terence and Matron Sloan enjoy a peaceful evening together at Terence's Vineyard.

Rituals - Part 2
E82 11 septembre 1984 47 min

Rituals - Part 2

Judy Loveday gets a surprise when an unexpected visitor arrives on her doorstep.

All In The Line Of Duty - Part 1
E83 47 min

All In The Line Of Duty - Part 1

Bob tries to make amends with Matron Sloan but all to no avail.

All In The Line Of Duty - Part 2
E84 47 min

All In The Line Of Duty - Part 2

Esme Watson tries to convince the town that they are in extreme danger, but no one will believe her.

Misconceptions - Part 1
E85 46 min

Misconceptions - Part 1

Vicky decides that it's the right time to start a family, much to Simon's delight.

Misconceptions - Part 2
E86 46 min

Misconceptions - Part 2

Matron Sloan meets her match when she arranges a social game of cards.

Eighty In The Shade - Part 1
E87 47 min

Eighty In The Shade - Part 1

Brendan gets permission to take the senior citizens from the hospital on an outing with hilarious results.

Eighty In The Shade - Part 2
E88 45 min

Eighty In The Shade - Part 2

Brendan and Judy try to keep a secret from Matron Sloan but she finds out quite by accident.

Small Comfort - Part 1
E89 12 juillet 1984 48 min

Small Comfort - Part 1

Brendan gets an offer to continue his work with fund raising.

Small Comfort - Part 2
E90 12 août 1984 47 min

Small Comfort - Part 2

Some of the locals disagree with the methods that are used to raise funds for charity.

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