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Nick Carrafa
Nick Carrafa is an Australian actor best known for his television roles as Tony Romeo on the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours'' and Alfredo on the comedy series ''Acropolis Now''. Career Carrafa began his career with a guest role in the series ''Special Squad'', before guest starring on ''Prisoner''. He then joined the cast of ''Neighbours'', playing Tony Romeo from episode 628. Carrafa has appeared in many television series and theatre productions. Personal life Carrafa met his wife Fiona Corke before appearing on ''Neighbours'' in 1987. . Roles *''Special Squad'' (Camilleri 1984) *''Prisoner (TV series)'' (Mick Warner 1986) *''The Power, The Passion'' (Mick Casalla 1989) *''Neighbours'' (Tim Duncan 1985; Tony Romeo 1987–1988; Peter Hannay 1999, 2016) *''Blue Heelers'' (Anthony Kelvin 1996, Phil Grant 2001, Blaine O'Connor 2005) *''Acropolis Now'' (Alfredo 1989) *''Phoenix'' (Sergio Diego 1987) *'' State Coroner'' (George Cardillo 1997–1998) *''Law of the Land'' (Neil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Blue Heelers
''Blue Heelers'' is an Australian police drama series that was produced by Southern Star Group and ran for 12 years on the Seven Network, from 1994 to 2006. Although based around the policing of the town, the series generally depicted the everyday lives and relationships of the residents of Mount Thomas, a fictional small town in Victoria. The series was one of the highest-rated and most-awarded programs in the history of Australian television, having won 25 Logie awards, it is equal as the most awarded show in Logies history with ''The Don Lane Show''. It is also noted for its two main stars Lisa McCune, a four-time recipient of the Gold Logie, and John Wood, who also won Gold. Overview ''Blue Heelers'' was first aired on 10 September 1993, with the episode "A Woman's Place". The last episode, aired on 4 June 2006, was the 510th episode, "One Day More". It was produced by Southern Star for the Seven Network. During its 13-season run it won a total of 32 awards and was nom ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Australian Male Television Actors
Australian(s) may refer to: Australia * Australia, a country * Australians, citizens of the Commonwealth of Australia ** European Australians ** Anglo-Celtic Australians, Australians descended principally from British colonists ** Aboriginal Australians, indigenous peoples of Australia as identified and defined within Australian law * Australia (continent) ** Indigenous Australians * Australian English, the dialect of the English language spoken in Australia * Australian Aboriginal languages * ''The Australian'', a newspaper * Australiana, things of Australian origins Other uses * Australian (horse), a racehorse * Australian, British Columbia, an unincorporated community in Canada See also * The Australian (other) * Australia (other) Australia is a country in the Southern Hemisphere. Australia may also refer to: Places * Name of Australia relates the history of the term, as applied to various places. Oceania *Australia (continent), or Sahul, the landmasses ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Secret Agent
A secret agent is a covert agent engaged in espionage. The Secret Agent or Secret Agent may also refer to: Books *''The Secret Agent'', a 1907 novel by Joseph Conrad Films and television Based on the Conrad novel * ''The Secret Agent'' (1992 TV series), with Peter Capaldi and David Suchet * ''The Secret Agent'' (1996 film), with Bob Hoskins * ''The Secret Agent'' (2016 TV series), with Toby Jones Unrelated to Conrad novel * ''The Secret Agent'' (1924 film), a German silent film * ''Secret Agent'' (1936 film), directed by Alfred Hitchcock based on stories by W. Somerset Maugham **Hitchcock filmed Conrad's ''The Secret Agent'' as ''Sabotage'' * ''Secret Agent'' (1943 film), the last of Paramount's "Superman" cartoon shorts * ''Secret Agent'' (1947 film), a Soviet film by Boris Barnet * ''Danger Man'', a 1960s British TV series titled ''Secret Agent'' for U.S. broadcasts * ''The Secret Agent'' (documentary), a 2004 BBC documentary about the British National Party Music * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stingers (TV Series)
''Stingers'' (1998–2004) is an Australian police drama television series. It ran for eight seasons on the Nine Network before it was canceled in late 2004 due to declining ratings and the late timeslot Channel Nine gave the program. The series has also aired in 65 countries, including Canada, Denmark, Egypt, France, Gibraltar, Iran, Ireland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, the United Kingdom, the United States and Papua New Guinea. Inspired by true events, ''Stingers'' chronicled the cases of a deep undercover unit of the Victoria Police. The series also followed their personal lives, which sometimes became intertwined with their jobs. The show received average ratings during its debut season, but after some major changes, including intensive character development, the series became a success the following year. The original cast members include Peter Phelps, Joe Petruzzi, Kate Kendall, Ian Stenlak ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Secret Life Of Us
''The Secret Life of Us'' is an Australian television drama series set in the beachside neighbourhood of St Kilda, a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is primarily a drama with some comedic moments. The series was produced by Southern Star Group and screened in Australia from 2001 to 2005 on Network Ten and on Channel 4 in the UK. Initially co-funded by the two networks, Channel 4 pulled out after the third series and the fourth series was not aired in the UK. The series won three silver Logie Awards. It has been shown in other countries such as New Zealand ( TV3) where it is rated R16 in New Zealand for offensive language and sex scenes; Ireland (RTÉ Two), Canada (SuperChannel3), the Netherlands (Yorin), France (Canal Plus, France 4), Estonia (ETV, Kanal 11), Norway (NRK), Serbia (B92, TV Avala), Russia (TNT, Muz TV), Israel ( Channel 2), South Africa (M-Net), and the United States (Hulu). Plot The show revolves around a group of friends in their mid 20s to earl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Law Of The Land (TV Series)
''Law of the Land'' is an Australian television drama series that screened on the Nine Network from 1993–1999. The series was set in the fictional country town of Merringanee and centered on the unique way that locals dealt with and enforced the law. The series was created by Ro Hume and Sue Masters and produced by Bruce Best, Matt Carroll, Richard Clendinnen and Terrie Vincent. Cast * Lisa Hensley – Kate Chalmers * David Roberts – Peter Lawrence * Wyn Roberts – Hamilton Chalmers * Richard Moir – Sergeant Clive O'Connor * David Walters – Sean O'Connor * Angelo D'Angelo – Sergeant Marc Rosetti * Debbie Byrne – Jean Jardine * Tamblyn Lord – David Jardine * Lindy Wallis – Trish Miles * Shane Connor – Harry Miles * Radha Mitchell – Alicia Miles * Abbie Holmes – Audrey O'Connor * Peter O'Brien – Andy Cochrane * Frances O'Connor – Marissa Green * Alexandra Fowler – Jacqui Rushcutter * Fiona Spence – Magistrate Maggie Mulcahy * Rebecca F ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
State Coroner (TV Series)
''State Coroner'' is an Australian television series screened on Network Ten in 1997 and 1998. There were two series produced with a total of 28 episodes. The series was set in the State Coroner's office complex and featured investigations into deaths, murders, suicides, accidents and natural causes. The drama begins from the initial inquiry through to the courtroom appearances, the Coroner's final verdict and recommendations for trial or reform. Cast * Wendy Hughes as Kate Ferrari * Bob Baines as Clive Trimble * Andrew Clarke as Colin Decker * Christopher Stollery as Dermot McLeod * Elaine Smith as Julie Travers * Nick Carrafa as George Cardillo * Elise McCredie as Sharon Riley * Kristian Pithie as Paul Weiss * Christopher Gabardi as Daniel Ferris * James Reyne as Liam Pearce * Robert Grubb as Hugh Ferrari * Asher Keddie as Claire Ferrari * Paul Cronin as Ted Ames * Jennifer Botica as Liz Mason * Martin Jacobs as Frank Kelso * Alan Dale Dudley Mills * Richard ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Phoenix (Australian TV Series)
''Phoenix'' is a Logie Award-winning Australian crime drama television series broadcast by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation from 1992 to 1993. It was created by Alison Nisselle and Tony McDonald. The first series recounts the investigation of the bombing of a Victorian police social function, loosely based on the real life Russell Street Bombing in 1986. It was followed by a second series, ''Phoenix II'', based on a series of violent aggravated burglaries ("ag burgs") against wealthy senior citizens. The series was filmed in Melbourne, Victoria and was characterised by its dark, noir-ish visual tone and non-linear editing, reminiscent of the ABC crime dramas '' Scales of Justice'', '' Blue Murder'' and '' Wildside'', which all also dealt with corruption in the police force. The show was lauded for its realistic depiction of police investigation techniques, aided by extensive research by the show's writers. It won several Logie Awards, including Most Outstanding Miniser ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Peter Hannay
''Neighbours'' is an Australian television soap opera created by Reg Watson. It was first broadcast on 18 March 1985. The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the serial in 1999, by order of first appearance. All characters were introduced by the show's then executive producer Stanley Walsh. The 15th season of ''Neighbours'' began airing from 18 January 1999. Bess O'Brien, the mother of established character Sarah Beaumont, was introduced in February. May saw the arrival of Peter Hannay, while Martin Chester began appearing from July. Daniel Fitzgerald, Teabag Teasdale and Teresa Bell arrived in September. Charlie Thorpe debuted in October, along with the five-strong Scully family consisting of parents Joe and Lyn, and their daughters Stephanie, Felicity and Michelle. Bess O'Brien Bess O'Brien, played by Diana McLean, made her first screen appearance on 8 February 1999. McLean was happy to take on the role of Bess and said the cast and crew made her fee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fiona Corke
Fiona Corke (born 24 September 1961) is an Australian actress best known for her role as Gail Robinson on the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours''. Career Corke began her career with a minor role in the film 'I Live with Me Dad.' Corke appeared as a guest star in ''Zoo Family'' in 1985. She then had a role in '' Prisoner: Cell Block H'' in 1986 as Alison Mills who dated derided prison officer Rodney Adams. The role was intended to be ongoing, however, it prematurely ended when ''Prisoner'' was cancelled. Fiona then joined the cast of Grundy stable-mate ''Neighbours,'' in 1987, playing Gail Lewis/Robinson and stayed with the show until 1989. Corke has also made guest appearances on a variety of prime time shows and had a recurring role as ''Trudi Dawson'' on the ''Australian Broadcasting Corporation'' drama ''SeaChange''. After Corke returned for a cameo appearance as Gail in ''Neighbours'' in 2005, she returned three more times for guest appearances in 2006, 2007 and again in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Neighbours Characters (1985)
The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours'' in 1985, by order of first appearance. They were all introduced by the show's creator and executive producer Reg Watson. The 1st season of ''Neighbours'' began airing on 18 March 1985. The first episode introduced the members of the Ramsay and Robinson families as well as bachelor Des Clarke, and his soon-to-be wife and former stripper Daphne Lawrence. Max Ramsay, his wife Maria and their sons, Shane and Danny lived at Number 24. Jim Robinson lived next door with his children; Paul, Julie, Scott and Lucy. They were joined by Jim's mother in law, Helen Daniels. Myra De Groot joined the cast as Des's mother, Eileen and Maxine Klibingaitis arrived as plumber's assistant, Terry Inglis. Philip Martin began appearing from June and his children, Debbie and Michael, arrived in July and October respectively. Con man Douglas Blake played by Anne Haddy's real-life husband James Condon ma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |