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Heartbreak High
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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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- E1 Episode 1Next upFeb 27, 1994 · 46 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Jane Harders (Maureen Milano), George Rubiu (Franco Milano), Karise Sawyers (Johnno), Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Elly Varrenti (Irini Poulos), Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes)
- E2 Episode 2Mar 6, 1994 · 45 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Daniel Taylor (Brian Neasby), Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Elly Varrenti (Irini Poulos), Ricky Natapradja (Musician), Bobby Natapradja (Musician), Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes)
- E3 Episode 3Mar 13, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), John Lucantonio (Mr. Georgiou), Jane Harders (Maureen Milano), George Rubiu (Franco Milano), Nicholas Garsden (Marco), Daniel Taylor (Brian Neasby), Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele
- E4 Episode 4Mar 20, 1994 · 43 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Jane Harders (Maureen Milano), George Rubiu (Franco Milano), Nicholas Garsden (Marco), Hugh Baldwin, Elly Varrenti (Irini Poulos), Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes), Richard Hill (Policeman)
- E5 Episode 5Mar 27, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Nicholas Garsden (Marco), Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Elly Varrenti (Irini Poulos), Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes), Daniel Taylor, Pat Loria (A&R Man)
- E6 Episode 6Apr 3, 1994 · 43 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Nicholas Garsden (Marco), Jan Adele, Elly Varrenti (Irini Poulos), Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes), Craig Wing (Diego), Sharon Muscat (Juanita), Damian Monk (Arnie)
- E7 Episode 7Apr 10, 1994 · 43 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Chris Baz (Longley), Tim Campbell (Debating Team Member), Sarah Chivell (Debating Team Member), Hugh Baldwin, Elly Varrenti (Irini Poulos), Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes), Russell Byrne (Davo)
- E8 Episode 8Apr 17, 1994 · 43 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Barbara Gouskos (Helen Bordino), Francesco Caudullo (Roberto), Matthew Lilley (Constable Palazzi), Mark Fitzpatrick (Ray Morgan), Father Con (Priest), Elly Varrenti (Irini Poulos), Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes)
- E9 Episode 9Apr 24, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Patrick Thompson (Sime), Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes), Russell Byrne (Davo), Peta Toppano
- E10 Episode 10May 1, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Nicholas Garsden (Marco), Peter Phelps (Phil North), David Lane (Louis), Hugh Baldwin, Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes), Peta Toppano
- E11 Episode 11May 8, 1994 · 43 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Peter Phelps (Phil North), Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes), Peta Toppano
- E12 Episode 12May 15, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Giordano Gangl (Waiter), John Paramor (Jeff Miller), Peter Phelps (Phil North), Jennifer Hardy (Nicole Miller), Hugh Baldwin, Jan Adele, Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes)
- E13 Episode 13May 22, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Peter Phelps (Phil North), John Clayton (Don Summers), Hugh Baldwin, Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes), Peta Toppano
- E14 Episode 14May 29, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Geoff Morrell (Allan Masters), Frederick Miragliotta (Jorge Cardenes), Ryan O'Hara (John Masters), Jason Leeuw (Boy 1), Owen Walsh (Boy 2), Hugh Baldwin, Isabella Gutierrez (Chaka Cardenes)
- E15 Episode 15Jun 1, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Joy Smithers (Cassandra), Lynda O'Brien (Teacher), Jan Adele, Peta Toppano, Joe Fidow (Member of the band Kulcha), Richard Matila (Member of the band Kulcha), Eric Palu (Member of the band Kulcha), Jay Whitmore (Member of the band Kulcha)
- E16 Episode 16Jun 8, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Ada Nicodemou, Luke Battah (Paul), Sal Sharah (Frank Malouf), Peta Toppano
- E17 Episode 17Jun 15, 1994 · 45 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Ada Nicodemou, Ned Manning (Marty), Yvette Alcott (Tracey), Jeremy Greenwood (Daniel), Peta Toppano
- E18 Episode 18Jun 22, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Ada Nicodemou, Graham Rouse (Mr. Warne), Nic Gazzana (Dimitri Ioannou), Quinton George (Jay McBride), Alexandra Brunning (Elvie), Jan Adele, Peta Toppano
- E19 Episode 19Jun 29, 1994 · 43 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Ada Nicodemou, Alan Cinis (Wozza), Ron Graham (Det. Monaghan), Robyn Moase (Bonnie Rivers), Jan Adele
- E20 Episode 20Jul 6, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Ada Nicodemou, John Clayton (Don Summers), Hugh Baldwin
- E21 Episode 21Jul 13, 1994 · 45 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Ron Graham (Det. Monaghan), Fatt Bob (Panel Beaters' Manager)
- E22 Episode 22Jul 20, 1994 · 45 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Quinton George (Jay McBride), Sal Sharah (Frank Malouf)
- E23 Episode 23Jul 27, 1994 · 45 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Charmaine Grey (P.A), Barry Crocker (Compère), Andrea Moor (Greta Stewart), Bernard King (Judge 1), Diana Fisher (Judge 2)
- E24 Episode 24Aug 3, 1994 · 45 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Andrea Moor (Greta Stewart), Brittany Byrnes (Rachel Stewart), Kerrie Adams (Mrs Bishop), Karise Sawyers (Jonno)
- E25 Episode 25Aug 10, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Andrea Moor (Greta Stewart), Brittany Byrnes (Rachel Stewart), Peter Kowitz (Mack Winson), Gordon Weiss (Harry)
- E26 Episode 26Aug 17, 1994 · 45 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Peter Kowitz (Mack Winson), Alan Lovell (Steve’s Dad), Robyn Moase (Bonnie Rivers), Matthew Long (Councillor), Frederick Santos (Tony), Kerry-Ella McAullay (Steve's Mum), Jim Kalimeris (Ianni)
- E27 Episode 27Aug 24, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Alan Lovell (Steve’s Dad), Kerry-Ella McAullay (Steve's Mum), Sean Garlick (Police Constable), Christopher Bancroft (Supermarket Supervisor), Raymond Donald (Dog Catcher)
- E28 Episode 28Aug 31, 1994 · 45 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Raymond Donald (Dog Catcher)
- E29 Episode 29Sep 7, 1994 · 45 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Nik Forster (Rick), Robyn MacKenzie (Jane), Rob Hunter (Sleaze), Daniel Robey (Todd)
- E30 Episode 30Sep 14, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Denise Kirby (Jacqui Weston), Colleen Fitzpatrick (Bibi Taggart), Paul Bertram (Noel), Tony Byrne (Auctioneer), Joy Miller (Sonia Prite), Dorothy Tooker (Mrs Trevor), Andrew Vial (Mr Dunn), Jim Kalimeris (Ianni)
- E31 Episode 31Sep 21, 1994 · 46 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Angelo D'Angelo (Rocco), Don Lazarus (Boxer), Manny Katts (Al Waters), Sean Garlick (Constable), Josh Picker (Tony), Alexandra Brunning (Lucy Weston), Paul Antony Rogers (Leo Fine)
- E32 Episode 32Sep 28, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Russell Kiefel (Norm Rivers), Ryan Lappin (Bart), Angelo D'Angelo (Rocco), Don Halbert (Joe Lawrence), Peter Heath (Mr Matts), Jennifer Leslie (Registry Clerk), Jan Merriman (Lorraine), Maree-Cherie Foti (Gina)
- E33 Episode 33Oct 5, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Jennifer Hardy (Nicole Miller), John Clayton (Don Summers), Angelo D'Angelo (Rocco), Don Halbert (Joe Lawrence), Rose Frasca (Mrs. Musumeci), Mala Salakas (Mrs. Muhammod), Jon Paramor (Mr Miller)
- E34 Episode 34Oct 12, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Angelo D'Angelo (Rocco), Don Halbert (Joe Lawrence), Jan Merriman (Lorraine), Alexandra Brunning (Lucy Weston)
- E35 Episode 35Oct 19, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Angelo D'Angelo (Rocco), Don Halbert (Joe Lawrence), Ron Graham (Detective Monaghan), Timothy West (Alexander), Tara Jakszewicz (Tanya), David Boyne (Tony's Trainer), Josh Picker (Tony)
- E36 Episode 36Oct 26, 1994 · 44 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Robyn Moase (Bonnie Rivers), Ryan Lappin (Bart), Angelo D'Angelo (Rocco), Don Halbert (Joe Lawrence), Josh Picker (Tony), Alexandra Brunning (Lucy Weston), Sasha Guberinic (Yob 1)
- E37 Episode 37Nov 2, 1994 · 45 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Angelo D'Angelo (Rocco), Don Halbert (Joe Lawrence), Sal Sharah (Frank Malouf), Alan McNamara (Kovsky), Frank Aldridge (Gym Attendant), Nick Meredith (Decoy), Wally Budai (Decoy)
- E38 Episode 38Nov 9, 1994 · 45 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: Jon Pollard (Alan Bolton), Angelo D'Angelo (Rocco), Don Halbert (Joe Lawrence), Sal Sharah (Frank Malouf), Alan McNamara (Kovsky), Katerina Baltar (Mary Margaret), Frank Aldridge (Gym Attendant), Rachel Keary (Nurse)
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Created by Michael Jenkins, Ben Gannon
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