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From Big City To A Small Country Town

Episode 01
August 28, 1999 (Ten)
Written by David Ogilvy
Directed by Steve Mann

Siblings Luke and Phoebe move from Melbourne to the small country town of Whyamma with their mother following their parents' divorce. Luke is reluctant to adapt to country life, and Phoebe tries to sway him by suggesting they go to see the local children's circus. Phoebe is invited to help test out some new circus equipment.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Tracey Callander as Anna, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Louise Siversen as Nola, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo', Simon Wilton as Bruno, Neil Melville as Barry, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin

Note: the series uniquely uses two "starring" cast line-ups and alternates between them every four episodes. Adults are credited as "also starring" while any "starring" kids from Cast 1 appearing in a Cast 2 episode (or vice-versa) are listed with the guest stars as "withs". I do not have end credits for the first 26 episodes so I've lumped anyone not in the starring cast under the "ands". These cast lists for the first 26 eps are not complete but you won't find better.

Prank Wars

Episode 02
Written by David Ogilvy
Directed by Steve Mann

Tony is jealous of the attention Donna is giving to Luke and starts a prank war which ends in the two facing off in a physical challenge. Phoebe is keen on joining the circus but needs Luke to sign up too.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Tracey Callander as Anna, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Jane Hall as Caz, Louise Siversen as Nola, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo', Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Paul Teiwes as Removalist, Simon Wilton as Bruno

Circus Training

Episode 03
Written by Chris Phillips
Directed by Steve Mann

Luke and Phoebe begin training at the circus, but Luke is a bit too eager to skip the beginner stuff and jump straight to the trapeze. JJ and Gerrie consult Alexi and his Book of Magic to come up with a new act.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Tracey Callander as Anna, Mickey Camilleri as Shirley, Neil Melville as Barry, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Simon Wilton as Bruno

Family Feuds

Episode 04
Written by Anne Brooksbank
Directed by Steve Mann

Charlie's father has had enough of her prioritizing the circus over her farm work and wants her to quit the show. Luke and Donna try to convince Charlie's parents of the importance of skills learned in the circus. Meanwhile, Gerrie dyes her hair hoping it will help her land a spot in a new act and Luke starts training for the highwire.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Mickey Camilleri as Shirley, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Simon Wilton as Bruno, Neil Melville as Barry

What's Up With Bruno

Episode 05
Written by Pip Karmel, David Ogilvy
Directed by Peter Sharp

Taya struggles to adjust to having someone else in the office when work experience student Kyet Nguyen arrives to help out. Jules spies on Bruno and learns he is quitting the circus.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Scott McBurnie as' Scoot', Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta, Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitchell, Simon Wilton as Bruno, Christina Azucena as Kyet's Mum

Planning Jules' Birthday Party

Episode 06
Written by Kier Shorey, Stephen Davis
Directed by Peter Sharp

Jules and Taya's search for a new circus trainer may be stifled by a lack of funds. Bert helps Dallas convince her little brother, Mitchell, that she is a vampire hoping he will move out of their shared bedroom. Kyet decides to join the circus. Jules friends throw her a birthday party to cheer her up.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: Katy Brinson as Sarah, Kirsty Child as Joy, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Chris Milne as Ed, Simon Wilton as Bruno, Algin Abella as Kyet Nguyen

Simmo Steps In As Trainer

Episode 07
Written by Liz Arvidson
Directed by Peter Sharp

With Alexi out sick and still no replacement for Bruno, Simmo steps in as trainer, but the others think he's being too tough. Jules defends Simmo to help him with his confidence. Mitchell secretly keeps a dog at the circus after his parents won't let him keep it at home. Steve, the new trainer, arrives.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: Katy Brinson as Sarah, Christopher Brown as Steve, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Alex Menglet as Alexi, David Murray as Duncan, ? as David

Who Took The Watch

Episode 08
Written by Andrea Dal Bosco
Directed by Peter Sharp

Simmo loses his grandfather's watch and enlists Taya to help him find out who took it. Simmo becomes convinced Kyet stole his watch and hounds him until he quits the circus.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: Katy Brinson as Sarah, Christopher Brown as Steve, Michael Carmen as Tom, Christine Mahoney as Bev, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, David Murray as Duncan,

Preparing Opening Night

Episode 09
Written by Mark Shirrefs
Directed by Steve Mann

Charlie's self confidence is tested by her revealing new costume and comparing herself to Donna. JJ creates a special new act for him and Gerrie. Craig lures his cousin out of his bedroom to run the lighting for the circus.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Christopher Brown as Steve, Tracey Callander as Anna, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin, Jane Hall as Caz, Robert Lyon as Eric, Neil Melville as Barry, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Louise Siversen as Nola, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo', Scott McBurnie as Scoot, Bartholomew Nash as Trevor, Mickey Camilleri as Shirley

Opening Night

Episode 10
Written by David Witt
Directed by Steve Mann

Luke is nervous for his first performance and hopes his father will come see him and Phoebe perform. JJ and Gerrie try to sneak their new act into the show. When opening night arrives, Luke is nowhere to be found.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Christopher Brown as Steve, Tracey Callander as Anna, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta, Robert Lyon as Eric

Distractions

Episode 11
Written by Ann Brooksbank
Directed by Steve Mann

The show has begun, and Luke is still stuck in the café. Caz tries to stretch the show as they search for him. Charlei finds Luke and gets him to the circus in time to perform his high wire act — in front of his enthusiastic father. Carmen tries to find out if Luke likes Charlie and advises her to make the first move. Craig tries to tale over JJ's act. Charlie worries about her neighbour's mistreated horse

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Christopher Brown as Steve, Tracey Callander as Anna, Michael Carmen as Mr Simpson, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Jane Hall as Caz, Neil Melville as Barry, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Gregory Ross as Mr Mason, Louise Siversen as Nola, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as Jules, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo', Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin, ? as Samantha Hall

Just Friends

Episode 12
Written by Anne Brooksbank
Directed by Steve Mann

Phoebe tries to convince her father to stay another day. Luke tells Charlie he just wants to be friends, and they team up against Samantha to save her horse. JJ and Gerrie make a piñata for the final performance but Craig eats all the lollies.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Christopher Brown as Steve, Tracey Callander as Anna, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Jane Hall as Caz, Neil Melville as Barry, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Gregory Ross as Mr Mason, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin, ? as Samantha Hall, ? as Graham Hall

Electing A Student Council Rep

Episode 13
Written by Moya Sayer-Jones, Ross Nobel
Directed by Peter Sharp

After Mr Bull cracks down on the circus kids, they decide to elect a junior student council representative. But with multiple circus kids running, Jules and is under pressure to drop out so as not to split the vote with Kyet who Taya is determined to transform into Mr Popular.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: Darius Mendoza as Tony, Clayton Watson as Luke, Katy Brinson as Sarah, Christopher Brown as Steve, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin, ? as Robert

Breaking The Bully's Watch

Episode 14
Written by Alicia Walsh
Directed by Peter Sharp

Taya recruits her friends to run car wash when she runs up her phone bill but the workers revolt when they learn how much she is charging. Jules decides to change up her routine and wants to incorporate Steve into her act. Mitchell accidentally breaks a bully's watch and pays him off with Dallas' Gameboy.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: ? as Darren, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Katy Brinson as Sarah, Kirsty Child as Joy, Chris Milne as Ed, Christopher Brown as Steve, Jane Hall as Caz, Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Alex Menglet as Alexi

Jules' Crush

Episode 15
Written by Alicia Walsh
Directed by Peter Sharp

Jules' crush on Steve develops as she invites him over for dinner and tries to orchestrate a movie date. When Dallas finds out her brother Mitch is being bullied, she steps in to put a stop to it. Jules rejects SImmo as a partner in her act and is blind to Bert's affections.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: ? as Darren, Christopher Brown as Steve, Katy Brinson as Sarah, David Murray as Duncan, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Serge De Nardo as Pablo

A Secret Admirer

Episode 16
Written by Pip Karmel
Directed by Peter Sharp

Taya is not pleased to learn she has a secret admirer who is "stalking" her. Jules, Dallas and Mitchell's parents might move the family to Canberra forcing the kids to leave the circus. Unmasked, Kyet seeks dating advice from Steve while Taya asks Caz how to put a guy off. Mitch goes missing.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: Katy Brinson as Sarah, David Murray as Duncan, Jane Hall as Caz, Christopher Brown as Steve, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Emily Browning as Phoebe, Serge De Nardo as Pablo

Professional Circus

Episode 17
Written by Anne Brooksbank
Directed by Helen Gaynor

Tony is falling behind on his schoolwork, and is approached about joining a professional circus that will be touring Southeast Asia. JJ and Craig create a wave of destruction while searching for a solution for Gerrie's recorder playing.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Jane Hall as Caz, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Christopher Brown as Steve, Darius Perkins as Rick Winslow, ? as customer

It's Audition Time

Episode 18
Written by Anne Brookebank
Directed by Helen Gaynor

Donna prepares for her own audition for the professional circus, and Tony tries to convince his parents and the other kids to allow him to go on the tour. Charlie is determined to stop Tony and Donna from leaving and looks into the company behind the circus. Gerrie uses the money intended for a new recorder to buy Tony a going away gift.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Jane Hall as Caz, Darius Perkins as Rick Winslow, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Alex Menglet as Alexi

A Friend From Home Arrives

Episode 19
Written by Andrea Dal Bosco
Directed by Helen Gaynor

Caz prepares the circus for an important inspection. Luke's friend Nick arrives from Melbourne for a visit but his constant pranks wear thin. JJ and Gerrie comes up with a solution when Kevin teases Craig about his height. Anna introduces Luke and Phoebe to her new boyfriend.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Jane Hall as Caz, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Nikolai Nikolaeff as Nick, Tracey Callander as Anna, ? as Mrs Harris, Andrew Clarke as Sgt Saunders, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin

Alexi is In Danger

Episode 20
Written by Andrea Dal Bosco
Directed by Helen Gaynor

JJ, Gerry, and Craig are bored until they learn that Alexi is a spy. Believing Alexi's life is in danger, the trio come up with an elaborate plan to keep the Black Crow away from the Red Fox. Tony doesn't trust Nick — especially around Donna. Nick becomes the prime suspect when the circus' petty cash goes missing. Luke dislikes his mum's new boyfriend.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Nikolai Nikolaeff as Nick, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, ? as Boris, Andrew Clarke as Sgt Saunders

Lovestruck

Episode 21
Written by Belinda Chayko
Directed by Geoff Bennett

Taya tries to find romance for Caz to stop her from leaving the circus. Dallas is lovestruck with a new arrival. Bert works on improving his "telepathetic" powers.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: Jane Hall as Caz, Christopher Brown as Steve, ? as Nathan, ? as delivery woman, Alex Menglet as Alexi, David Murray as Duncan

Investigating UFOs

Episode 22
Written by Jonathon Ogilvie
Directed by Geoff Bennett

Struggling student Simmo chooses his straight-A classmate Kyet to work on an assignment with him. Simmo expects Kyet will do all the work but Kyet is having none of it and wants to be known for more than his brains. Meanwhile, the kids participate in a trapeze sitting marathon and true believer Bert gets into strife while investigating a UFO sighting.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, ? as Nathan, Christopher Brown as Steve, Christine Mahoney as Bev

The Art Festival

Episode 23
Written by Anne Brooksbank
Directed by Helen Gaynor

The circus is invited to perform at an arts festival in Melbourne, but only a selection of the kids will be able to go. Tired of Dallas and Bert's practical jokes, Simmo and Kyet decide to beat them at their own game with an elaborate prank. Jules pushes herself and her partner, Simmo, in hopes of being selected for the trip.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: Alex Menglet as Alexi, Jane Hall as Caz, Katy Brinson as Sarah, David Murray as Duncan, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Michael Carmen as Tom

The Melbourne Trip

Episode 24
Written by Moya Sayer-Jones, Ross Nobel
Directed by Geoff Bennett

Dallas helps Bert as he tries to raise the money to go to Melbourne. A stressed out Kyet doesn't appreciate Taya's efforts to help him land a spot on the tour. Jules reunites with Simmo hoping their act will get selected.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

And: Christopher Brown as Steve, Jane Hall as Caz, Michael Carmen as Tom, Christine Mahoney as Bev, Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta, Alex Menglet as Alexi

Melbourne Festival

Episode 25
Written by Alicia Walsh
Directed by Helen Gaynor

The kids selected to go to Melbourne are busy training for the festival but a last-minute injury sidelines Donna — and Alexi. Donna's excitement is further tempered when she learns her mother is going on the trip and Caz has asked Charlie to take over her routine. Gerrie and JJ regret fighting to get Craig included on the tour when he turns their act into a horror show.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Jane Hall as Caz, Christopher Brown as Steve, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Louise Siversen as Nola, Robert Lyon as Eric, ? as Doctor, Kirsty Child as Joy, Chris Milne as Ed, et al.

Alexi Leaves

Episode 26
Written by Alicia Walsh
Directed by Helen Gaynor

Alexi quits the circus in the face of safety concerns raised by Donna's mother. Gerrie and JJ search for Craig after he disappears from the disappearing box, unaware he is in the back of Alexi's van. Dona comes clean about her injury hoping to get Alexi to return.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

And: Louise Siversen as Nola, ? as Doctor, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Christopher Brown as Steve, Denise Briskin as Taya, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

Special Delivery

Episode 27
Written by Andrea Dal Bosco
Directed by Helen Gaynor

The kids arrives in Melbourne to learn they will not be performing in a grand circus tent but in a empty warehouse. After missing the bus, Craig ships himself to the city as freight creating a media frenzy. Charlie is nervous about taking over Donna's routine.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

Also starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Louise Siversen as Nola

With: David Bergin as Business Man, Paul Collins as Policeman, Mario Di Ienno as Despatch Clerk, Frank Grli as Forklift Driver, Tania Lacy as Robyn, Mike McL eish as Koala Suit Man, Michael O'Malley as Bystander, Fabio Versace as Man In Street

Note: cast credits are 100% complete and accurate for episodes 27-44

You Can Do It!

Episode 28
Written by Andrea Dal Bosco
Directed by Helen Gaynor

Luke tries to help a hesitant Donna return to performing in time for the gang's final show in Melbourne. Nola's cooking is the target of Gerrie, Craig and JJ's latest antics. Charlie feigns food poisoning to force Donna back into action.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

Also starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Louise Siversen as Nola

With: Mischana Dellora-Cornish as Girl #1, Jane Harber as Girl #2 [Jane]

Sneaking Out

Episode 29
Written by John Armstrong
Directed by Geoff Bennett

Back in Whyamma, the future of the circus is up in the air when the kids learn the local council wants to sell the property to a developer. Taya organises a protest which puts her in conflict with her father who is involved with the redevelopment plan.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Michael Carmen as Tom, Kirsty Child as Joy, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Jane Hall as Caz, Christine Mahoney as Bev, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Chris Milne as Ed

With: Michael Ellenford as Camera Operator, Barry Friedlander as Councillor Small, Scott McBurnie as 'Scoot', George Mission as Workman, Steven Rodan as Sound Recordist, William Szekeres as David, Fiona Thorn as Reporter, Albert Trihey as Workman #2

Circus

Episode 30
Written by John Armstrong
Directed by Geoff Bennett

The plight of the circus has made the local news with Kyet the new face of the protest. An internal protest breaks out among the kids. Taya returns to the circus with a plan to sink the property sale. The Melbourne contingent returns.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

Also Starring: Katy Brinson as Sarah, Christopher Brown as Steve, Kirsty Child as Joy, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Chris Milne as Ed, David Murray as Duncan, Louise Siversen as Nola

With: Matthew Dodds as Ryan, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Barry Friedlander as Councillor Small, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Peter Hosking as Chris, Scott McBurnie as 'Scoot', Darius Mendoza as Tony, Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta, Andrew Peters as Newsreader, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ'. Fiona Thorn as Reporter, Clayton Watson as Luke

Jules the Beauty Queen

Episode 31
Written by Moya Sayer-Jones, Ross Nobel
Directed by Geoff Bennett

With the circus in desperate need of a new computer, Taya talks Jules into entering a beauty contest where first prize is a computer package. Dallas and Bert turn to supernatural forces to get Mitch to do their chores.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

Also Starring: Katy Brinson as Sarah, Christopher Brown as Steve, Michael Carmen as Tom, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, David Murray as Duncan

With: Jillian Owen as Felicity, Emily Romig as Samantha

Trading Places

Episode 32
Written by Moya Sayer-Jones, Ross Nobel
Directed by Geoff Bennett

After belittling each others work at the circus, Taya and Jules swap jobs and quickly earn a new appreciation for one another. Dallas and Bert run a fortune telling stall at the school fête but lose a valuable brooch belonging to Dallas' mother.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

Also Starring: Katy Brinson as Sarah, Christopher Brown as Steve, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, David Murray as Duncan

With: Matthew Barnes as Drama Student, Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta, Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Doris Younane as Ms Dryden

Enduring

Episode 33
Written by Debra Oswald
Directed by Steve Mann

Phoebe is eager to learn an aerial act but becomes scared of heights after going behind Alexi's back to try Donna's act. Luke finds a new partner for a school assignment in Charlie after he and Donna get into a fight over the project. Donna agrees to hand in Tony's assignment from the previous year.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Tracey Callander as Anna, Mickey Camilleri as Shirley, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Louise Siversen as Nola

With: Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo', Scott McBurnie as 'Scoot', Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta

Deceiving Teachers

Episode 34
Written by Debra Oswald
Directed by Steve Mann

Donna is given detention when Mr Bull catches her handing in Tony's old assignment. The fallout extends to her friends who all start fighting amongst themselves. Gerrie, Craig and JJ try to help Phoebe overcome her fear of heights.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Tracey Callander as Anna, Mickey Camilleri as Shirley, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Jane Hall as Caz, Robert Lyon as Eric, Neil Melville as Barry, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Louise Siversen as Nola

With: Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo', Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin, Scott McBurnie as 'Scoot'

Mistakes

Episode 35
Written by Chris Phillips
Directed by Steve Mann

After their kiss, Charlie thinks she has something with Luke until she finds him with Donna but Donna is upset by how much time he spends with Charlie. Craig hypes up the arrival of his father with a series of tall tales but when he doesn't show up, Craig finds a substitute.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Tracey Callander as Anna, Mickey Camilleri as Shirley, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Jane Hall as Caz, Neil Melville as Barry, Alex Menglet as Alexi

With: Don Bridges as Craig's Dad [Joe], Robert Forza as Biker Bob, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin, Scott McBurnie as 'Scoot', Ian Doig as Bike Bob Double

News

Episode 36
Written by Chris Phillips
Directed by Steve Mann

Gerrie starts a "Dear Gerrie" column for the circus newsletter but a dearth of letters results in JJ using his new periscope to dig up dirt on their friends. Charlie and Luke agree to just be friends while Donna wants nothing more to do with him. Craig is upset by the short duration of his father's visit. Donna quits the circus.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Tracey Callander as Anna, Mickey Camilleri as Shirley, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Jane Hall as Caz, Neil Melville as Barry, Alex Menglet as Alexi

With: Don Bridges as Craig's Dad [Joe], Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin, Robert Surace as Courier

Wrong Timing

Episode 37
Written by Boaz Stark, David Ogilvy
Directed by Peter Sharp

Taya doesn't think her work at the circus is appreciated after she is excluded from an important sponsorship meeting. Dallas, Mitch and Bert try to make some money after they damage Caz' expensive camera. Kyet nominates Taya for a Whyamma Young Achievers award.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Kirsty Child as Joy, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Chris Milne as Ed

With: Nigel Anderson as Executive, Emily Browning as Phoebe, Chris Chapman as James, Stephanie Chen as Erica, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Peter Grant as Passer-By, Simon Hall as Tristram, Scott McBurnie as 'Scoot', Merryn McCrae as Executive, Mugette Stevenson-Marelic as Receptionist, William Szekeres as David, Clayton Watson as Luke

Don't Waste My Time

Episode 38
Written by David Witt
Directed by Peter Sharp

A journalist doing a story on the circus takes a shine to Kyet and digs into his family background for a sensational story about their refugee experience. Dallas' big mouth lands Bert in a fishing competition against Kevin. Simmo contemplates leaving school.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Michael Carmen as Tom, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, David Murray as Duncan

With: Christina Azucena as Kyet's Mum, Michaela Banas as Heather, Emily Browning as Phoebe, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin. Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Clayton Watson as Luke

Consequences

Episode 39
Written by David Ogilvy
Directed by Peter Sharp

Taya turns over a new leaf when she has a crisis of conscience following some questionable decisions. Henrietta's guinea pig meets a gruesome end while being minded by Dallas and Bert — or that's what Mitch wants them to believe.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

Also Starring: Katy Brinson as Sarah, Christopher Brown as Steve, Kirsty Child as Joy, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Jane Hall as Caz, Robert Lyon as Eric, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Chris Milne as Ed, David Murray as Duncan

With: Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Andrew Ferguson as Jason, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Scott McBurnie as 'Scoot', Darius Mendoza as Tony, Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie'

Don't Work Too hard

Episode 40
Written by Lisa Hoppe, David Ogilvy
Directed by Peter Sharp

A potential new sponsorship deal provides Jules the opportunity to participate in a sportswear ad campaign. Kyet clashes with Taya when he discovers the sportwear company operates a sweatshop. Henrietta takes the blame for Dallas and Bert's destructive horseplay.

Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Chris Milne as Ed

With: Emily Browning as Phoebe, Stephanie Chen as Erica, Simon Hall as Tristram, Scott McBurnie as 'Scoot', Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta, Clayton Watson as Luke

Daydreaming

Episode 41
Written by Lisa Hoppe
Directed by Kevin J Dobson

Craig and JJ organise a surprise party at the warehouse for Gerrie's birthday but she starts to feel everyone is ignoring her. Donna's friends try to get her to come back to the circus but she can't get over Charlie kissing Luke.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Jane Hall as Caz, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Louise Siversen as Nola

With: Aljin Abella as Kyet, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo', Scott McBurnie as 'Scoot', Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta

Really!

Episode 42
Written by Evelyn Saunders, David Ogilvy
Directed by Kevin J. Dobson

After asking her parents for a new dress for her first date with Luke, Charlie returns the money when she overhears her parents discussing their finances. JJ helps Craig with his volcano when a stray dog destroys his own science project. Donna convinces Charlie to buy the dress on her mother's account and return it after the date.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Tracey Callander as Anna, Mickey Camilleri as Shirley, Andrew Clarke as Sgt Saunders, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Jane Hall as Caz, Neil Melville as Barry, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Louise Siversen as Nola

With: Brandon Burns as Bert, Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin, Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta

Responsible

Episode 43
Written by Kate Gillick
Directed by Kevin J. Dobson

Donna convinces her parents she can be trusted to stay at home alone when they go away. Carmen is frustrated that her parents prioritise Tony's circus schedule over her plans. Gerrie wants an act she can do on her own rather than always being Craig and JJ's assistant. Mr Bull confiscates Luke's new juggling clubs until he hands in an assignment. Luke promises to get Gerrie up on the highwire if she can get his clubs back from her father.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Carmelina Di Guglielmo as Rosa, Robert Grubb as Mr. Bull, Jane Hall as Caz, Robert Lyon as Eric Johnson, Alex Menglet as Alexi, Louise Siversen as Nola

With: Doris Kalaitzoglou as School Cleaner, Scott McBurnie as 'Scoot', Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta

Secrets

Episode 44
Written by Andrea Dal Bosco
Directed by Kevin J. Dobson

Donna recuits Charlie to help organise a dance but her chores keep her tied to home. When Charlie lies to her father to meet up with Luke, she is forbidden from going to the dance. JJ and Craig spy on Gerrie to learn about her secret new routine. Kevin sets up a trap to catch an egg thief.

Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

Also Starring: Christopher Brown as Steve, Mickey Camilleri as Shirley, Serge De Nardo as Pablo, Jane Hall as Caz, Neil Melville as Barry, Alex Menglet as Alexi

With: Brandon Burns as Bert, Jasper Garner Gore as Kevin, Scott McBurnie as 'Scoot', Lilikoi Olsen as Henrietta, Geoffrey Dunstan as Tony Double

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Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

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Episode 46
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Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

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Episode 47
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Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

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Episode 48
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Starring (2): Aljin Abella as Kyet, Denise Briskin as Taya, Brandon Burns as Bert, Jade Butler as 'Jules', Zane Elvis De Courcy as Mitch, Hannah Greenwood as Dallas, Talia Krape as Carmen, Scott MacKenzie as 'Simmo'

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Episode 49
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Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

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Episode 50
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Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

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Episode 51
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Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

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Episode 52
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Starring (1): Emily Browning as Phoebe, Cherise Donovan as Gerrie, Anthony Hammer as Craig, Talia Krape as Carmen, Darius Mendoza as Tony, Bonnie Piesse as Donna, Rhona Rees as 'Charlie', Ben Schmideg as 'JJ', Clayton Watson as Luke

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