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Ryan McLachlan
Ryan McLachlan is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours'', played by Richard Norton. He made his first appearance on 15 February 1990 and remained on the show until 21 March 1991. Casting Following the departure of Craig McLachlan, who played Henry Ramsay (Neighbours), Henry Ramsay, producers began a search for possible "heart-throbs" to replace him. They cast Adelaide actors Richard Norton and Jeremy Angerson as Ryan and Josh Anderson (Neighbours), Josh Anderson respectively. Their casting was publicised in the 6 January 1990 issue of ''TV Week''. On comparisons to McLachlan, Norton described Ryan as "a natural, athletic type like Craig" and thought those traits were what the producers were looking for. He joked "Having the name McLachlan did worry me a bit... but I'm Richard Norton, that's who I am." Norton was not concerned about the pressure of stepping into McLachlan's shoes, noting that the show had lost some actors and needed new characters. '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Don Battye
Donald Gordon Battye (29 September 1938 – 28 February 2016) was an Australian composer, writer and television producer, best known for his work with Crawford Productions and Reg Grundy Organisation (known then as Reg Grundy Productions). Biography and career Battye worked on several Crawford Productions television serials as a writer, script editor, and producer including soap opera '' The Box'' in 1976 and 1977, ''The Sullivans'' and police procedural drama series ''Division 4'', '' Bluey'' (1976) and ''Homicide''. Battye and business partner Peter Pinne wrote children's musicals which premiered at the Alexander Theatre, Monash University, from 1973 to 1980. as well as the adult musicals ''All Saints' Day'', ''Don't Tell Helena'', ''A Bunch of Ratbags'', ''It Happened in Tanjablanca'', ''Red White * Boogie'', ''Sweet Fanny Adams'', '' Caroline'', ''The Computer'' and ''Love Travelling Salesman'' (2 folk operas) and '' Prisoner Cell Block H, the Musical''. He later worked for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Inside Soap
''Inside Soap'' is a weekly magazine published in the United Kingdom, released every Tuesday. It covers current and future storylines in soap operas in the United Kingdom, including '' Coronation Street'', ''Doctors'', ''EastEnders'', ''Emmerdale'' and ''Hollyoaks'' as well as dramas ''Casualty'' and '' Holby City'', and Australian soaps '' Home and Away'' and '' Neighbours'', which are broadcast in the United Kingdom. History and profile In 1996, ''Inside Soap'' changed from a monthly issue magazine to being released every two weeks. ''Inside Soap'' traditionally provides interviews from actors who play characters in the soap operas and outlines current storylines. As of 2022, soaps included in its content are '' Coronation Street'', ''Doctors'', ''EastEnders'', ''Emmerdale'', ''Hollyoaks'' and Australian soap opera '' Home and Away''. Readers are invited to email their questions to soap stars and entries are published in interview format. Soap stars' personal lives are also ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Madge Bishop
Madge Bishop (also Ramsay and Mitchell) is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours'', played by Anne Charleston. She made her first appearance during the episode broadcast on 20 January 1986. Madge was introduced as the sister of original character Max Ramsay (Francis Bell). She soon becomes the main matriarch of the Ramsay family. Madge arrives with her marriage in tatters, her son in prison, and her daughter a runaway teen; she rolled up her sleeves and got a job in The Waterhole to support the family as a single mother. She departed on 27 November 1992, before making a return on 7 November 1996. Madge died on 6 April 2001 from terminal pancreatic cancer. Charleston reprised the role for the show's 30th anniversary celebrations on 4 March 2015, and for the finale on 28 July 2022. Casting Actress Anne Charleston was appearing in the television series ''Possession'' when she auditioned for Madge. A few days later, she received a phone call to say sh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beth Buchanan
Beth Christine Buchanan (born 10 March 1972) is an Australian actress and Social Worker. She is best known for the television roles in sitcom ''Hey Dad!'', Gemma Ramsay in ''Neighbours'', and Susan Croydon in ''Blue Heelers''. She was also a long-standing member of the Ranters Theatre company.Usher, Robin (17 July 2008"Swimming in success"'' SMH.com.au'' (Retrieved: 1 March 2010) Early life Buchanan was born in Sydney, the daughter of musician Tony Buchanan (formerly of Crossfire) and teacher Jo Buchanan. She is the youngest of three children; her brother Miles and sister Simone are also actors. Career Buchanan's television work includes appearances in ''Secret Valley'', ''Runaway Island'', ''Island Trader'', ''Pirates Island'', ''A Country Practice'', ''Home and Away'', '' Stingers'', ''Hey Dad'' (where her older sister Simone starred as Debbie Kelly) and ''The Brittas Empire''. Her longest running part, between 1994 and 2006, was the recurring role of Susan Croydon, the d ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gemma Ramsay
Gemma Ramsay (also Willis) is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours'', played by Beth Buchanan. She made her first appearance during the episode broadcast on 20 June 1990. The actress was not sure about a long-term commitment to the serial and initially signed a six-month contract. Buchanan was one of the casting directors top choices to join ''Neighbours'' during a cast revamp and efforts to rejuvenate the show during the early 1990s. Gemma was introduced as Madge Bishop's (Anne Charleston) niece. She moves to Erinsborough to live with her aunt, following her mother's death. She is portrayed as intelligent, care free, independent, and someone who will stand up for her friends. Writers soon established a relationship between Gemma and Matt Robinson (Ashley Paske). Their relationship was problematic following an accident in which Gemma nearly had her leg amputated and the rift with Gemma's father Tom Ramsay (Gary Files), who disapproved of their romance ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ashley Paske
Matthew "Matt" Robinson (also Williams) is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera '' Neighbours'', played by Ashley Paske. He made his first screen appearance during the episode broadcast on 22 May 1989. Paske secured the role after ''Neighbours'' broadcaster, Network Ten wanted him to remain on their network after they cancelled the show '' Richmond Hill'', which he had appeared in. Matt was introduced during a time ''Neighbours'' producers were creating new characters to rejuvenate the show. Matt was created by a team of several writers headed by Ray Kolle. They wanted to include a teenager unlike the others previously portrayed in the show. Producers also needed to fill the void met with the departure of popular character Scott Robinson ( Jason Donovan), with Matt debuting a couple episodes after Scott departed. Kolle branded Matt a "cool" yet "remote" character who is "disinclined to be involved" with others. They also created a backstory in which he is revealed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Matt Robinson (Neighbours)
Matthew "Matt" Robinson (also Williams) is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera '' Neighbours'', played by Ashley Paske. He made his first screen appearance during the episode broadcast on 22 May 1989. Paske secured the role after ''Neighbours'' broadcaster, Network Ten wanted him to remain on their network after they cancelled the show '' Richmond Hill'', which he had appeared in. Matt was introduced during a time ''Neighbours'' producers were creating new characters to rejuvenate the show. Matt was created by a team of several writers headed by Ray Kolle. They wanted to include a teenager unlike the others previously portrayed in the show. Producers also needed to fill the void met with the departure of popular character Scott Robinson ( Jason Donovan), with Matt debuting a couple episodes after Scott departed. Kolle branded Matt a "cool" yet "remote" character who is "disinclined to be involved" with others. They also created a backstory in which he is revealed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sharon Davies
Sharon Davies is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours'', played by Jessica Muschamp. She made her first appearance on 29 July 1988. Sharon is the younger sister of Bronwyn Davies (Rachel Friend). During her time in ''Neighbours'', Sharon's storylines included setting fire to the coffee shop, a love triangle with Lucy Robinson (Sasha Close) and Nick Page ( Mark Stevens), pushing Lucy into a swimming pool and developing an eating disorder. The character was written out in 1990 as part of a cast exodus and her departure aired on 7 June 1990. Muschamp reprised the role for a cameo appearance in the show's finale on 28 July 2022. Casting While studying for her VCE in 1988, Muschamp attended an audition for the part of Sharon, the younger sister of Bronwyn Davies (played by Rachel Friend). Muschamp had intended to concentrate on her studies, but that changed when she learned about the ''Neighbours'' audition. She thought it would be a good experience and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mark Stevens (singer)
Mark Stevens is an Australian singer, songwriter, actor and worship leader. Stevens began his career after a winning a talent contest in his birth place, Hobart. His win attracted the attention the producer of Network 10's musical variety show ''Young Talent Time''. Stevens was invited to join the cast and his family relocated to Melbourne to facilitate his career. As a member of ''Young Talent Time'', Stevens recorded music for an official album release and took part in the Australian city tour. He decided to leave the series after more than three years. He then successfully auditioned for the role of teenage tearaway Nick Page, in the soap opera ''Neighbours''. Stevens remained with the show for two years before concentrating solely on his music career. He signed a record deal with major label BMG and teamed up with Nik Kershaw creating new music. During his time with the company he released the singles "Broken English" and "This Is The Way To Heaven". His career became affect ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nick Page
Nick Page is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours'', played by Mark Stevens. He made his first screen appearance during the episode broadcast on 22 July 1988. Stevens auditioned for the role alongside forty other actors and successfully made it through screen-tests. Nick is characterised as a tough orphan who is made homeless following the death of his grandmother. Nick is also portrayed as problematic and wayward, causing trouble for other characters in the show. Stevens has stated in different interviews that he self-identifies with Nick's tough persona. Writers created stories for Nick which eventually lead to him becoming a "nicer" character. His stories see him fostered by Helen Daniels (Anne Haddy) and moving in with her family. Writers also developed a relationship story with Sharon Davies (Jessica Muschamp), and the duo often cause trouble in the neighbourhood. Nick has aspirations of becoming an artist which helps change his bad behaviour. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Newspapers
A newspaper is a periodical publication containing written information about current events and is often typed in black ink with a white or gray background. Newspapers can cover a wide variety of fields such as politics, business, sports and art, and often include materials such as opinion columns, weather forecasts, reviews of local services, obituaries, birth notices, crosswords, editorial cartoons, comic strips, and advice columns. Most newspapers are businesses, and they pay their expenses with a mixture of subscription revenue, newsstand sales, and advertising revenue. The journalism organizations that publish newspapers are themselves often metonymically called newspapers. Newspapers have traditionally been published in print (usually on cheap, low-grade paper called newsprint). However, today most newspapers are also published on websites as online newspapers, and some have even abandoned their print versions entirely. Newspapers developed in the 17th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Sydney Morning Herald
''The Sydney Morning Herald'' (''SMH'') is a daily compact newspaper published in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, and owned by Nine. Founded in 1831 as the ''Sydney Herald'', the ''Herald'' is the oldest continuously published newspaper in Australia and "the most widely-read masthead in the country." The newspaper is published in compact print form from Monday to Saturday as ''The Sydney Morning Herald'' and on Sunday as its sister newspaper, '' The Sun-Herald'' and digitally as an online site and app, seven days a week. It is considered a newspaper of record for Australia. The print edition of ''The Sydney Morning Herald'' is available for purchase from many retail outlets throughout the Sydney metropolitan area, most parts of regional New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and South East Queensland. Overview ''The Sydney Morning Herald'' publishes a variety of supplements, including the magazines ''Good Weekend'' (included in the Saturday edition of ''Th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
