Alf begins to isolate himself from his friends and family as suspicion grows that he was involved in Abigail’s accident.

 

Alf (Ray Meagher) recently found himself on the wrong side of the law when he was pulled over by Cash (Nicholas Cartwright) and enthusiastic new Probationary Constable Richie (Rocco Forrester-Sach) for driving with a lapsed registration.

As Cash was forced to ask Alf for his licence, Alf responded that there was a slight problem there – “it’s expired too!”

Roo (Georgie Parker) had recently found a letter explaining that now Alf had turned 75, he couldn’t renew his licence until he completed a mandatory medical checkup – and with the letter a month old, he’d missed the deadline and his licence had lapsed.

With Alf having already become fed up of Roo’s growing concerns about his age, he wrote the letter off as a load of rubbish, claiming that he’d sort it out when he was good and ready.

After some initial hesitation, he soon called to make an appointment, and was on the way to see his doctor when he was pulled over, despite knowing that he was breaking the law by driving himself there.

Thankfully, while Richie was keen to process the paperwork, Cash made it clear that they could use their discretion; as it was Alf’s first offence, they could let him off with a warning.

However, Alf insisted that they give him a fine, not wanting special treatment, and went on to cancel his medical assessment in frustration.

It took David (Jeremy Lindsay Taylor) to convince him that he had no choice but to book an appointment with the doc if he wanted to continue driving, after Alf opened up to him and explained that he was scared that the doctor would find something of concern.

Eventually, Alf got Justin (James Stewart) to drive him, and after getting everything signed off, he was officially given a renewed licence.

He’d planned on making the trip to Merimbula to visit Martha, but after initially shrugging off Roo’s concerns about embarking on such a long drive so soon, he eventually conceded that the time wasn’t right and that he’d give her plenty of warning of future trips away.

He instead took a trip to nearby Banksia Creek for a spot of fishing the following morning.

Meanwhile, Abigail (Hailey Pinto) was on her way back from a night out in Reefton Lakes with Lacey (Sophea Pennington), when she got a flat tyre near to Banksia Creek.

Stopping at the side of the road to fix it, she was hit by the side mirror of a passing vehicle, injuring her leg and leaving her with a gash to her arm.

The driver failed to stop, leaving Abigail to limp home alone.

When Abby and Levi (Tristan Gorey) headed to the police station to report the incident, Abby explained that she barely had a chance to see the car that hit her, but that she was fairly sure it was a red ute.

News soon spread around the bay, and Roo was taken aback to hear that the car that had hit Abby sounded awfully similar to her dad’s ute.

Knowing that he’d been at Banksia Creek at the same time, she confronted him at the surf club and asked if there was any chance he’d inadvertently hit someone whilst driving back from his fishing trip.

While Alf denied any involvement, the encounter was overheard by new cop Richie – who now just so happens to be dating Abby – and he immediately reported their conversation to Cash and David.

Alf was furious at the accusations, telling David that he’d stop and help if he saw someone with a flat tyre, not plough into them, and couldn’t believe it when he’s told that his ute will have go to in for forensics.

At the end of last week, Alf approached Abby at the surf club, planning on having a conversation with her about the incident and to check that she was okay, but when she flinched as he moved towards her, he realised that she too thinks he’s to blame.

This week, it’s nearly time for baby Archie’s first birthday party.

His actual birthday was a couple of weeks ago, but the celebrations were postponed after Tane (Ethan Browne) was hospitalised.

With Tane about to be released from hospital, and now a free man, Summer Bay bands together to put the final preparations in place for the party.

However, there’s one other big topic of conversation going around the bay – did Alf hit Abigail? And with Abby unable to remember the details, Alf is growing increasingly agitated.

“Everybody thinks it’s Alf and no one is taking him seriously,” Ray explains to TV Week. “And the gossip begins to gain momentum around town so much that he becomes frustrated and kind of loses it at Abigail for not remembering – because this is his life.”

When Harper (Jessica Redmayne) invites Alf along to the party, considering him an ‘honorary grandfather’ to her son, he’s not willing to go. He explains that he can’t face the community when everyone believes that he was responsible for Abby’s injuries.

To top it off, with even his own daughter doubting him, he begins to doubt himself.

Not wanting to risk hurting anyone else, he hands over his car keys and makes an announcement – he’s giving up driving.

Meanwhile, the party gets into full swing, with Sonny (Ryan Bown) playing his part by building a toy tricycle for Archie, while Tane enjoys the chance to reconnect with his friends after his extended stint away from Summer Bay.

Tane also takes the chance to tell John (Shane Withington) and Mali (Kyle Shilling) that he’s okay with the fact that they re-opened Summer Bay Fit without his permission, as part of their plan to help Sonny with his recovery.

It seems normality is finally returning for Tane, Harper and Archie.

Marilyn (Emily Symons) is of course on hand with the food, as Harper delights in how well the day has gone.

But with everyone in such high spirits, there’s just one person missing – Alf.

Will he really continue to push away his friends and family, or can he be convinced to join in on the fun?

EastEnders boss teases returning characters with "surprises on the horizon"

 "Keep your eyes peeled."

Over the past 12 months, EastEnders has brought back a number of familiar faces to Albert Square, including the likes of Zoe Slater, Anthony Trueman and Chrissie Watts. This April, Grant Mitchell also made another surprise comeback, as he supported his loved ones amid Nigel Bates' dementia battle.

Following the show's BAFTA win for Best Soap last night (10 May), executive producer Ben Wadey was asked about the possibility of more character returns in the near future. Though he didn't give away any names, Wadey teased some "surprises on the horizon" in the next few weeks.

I mean, we've got an amazing cast already working on the show every single day, so it's about who's there as much as who we might bring back," he said.

"But I would keep your eyes peeled in the next few weeks; there may be a couple of nice surprises on the horizon."

When asked about the soap's enduring success, Wadey credited "fresh ideas" from the writers, as well as "the legacy of the programme".

Forty years of amazing stories and amazing characters. We've got the best writing team in the business, who just come every single month with ways to keep the show fresh. Like The Six [storyline] - so good and original, it pushed the show forward.

We just did a flashforward for our New Year's Day episode last year, to keep the audience guessing. So I think it's about getting that balance of looking at the legacy, but also stories that are making the show feel modern and relevant today."

While Wadey didn't reveal much about the returning characters, we already know that Gemma Bissix (Clare Bates) and Jon Lee (Josh Saunders) will soon be reprising their roles for Nigel's upcoming funeral.

The beloved character tragically passed away two weeks ago, with his wife Julie and best friend Phil Mitchell by his side. Bissix already returned for a brief stint earlier this year but will be back with Lee to bid Nigel a final farewell.

Emmerdale confirms big story for another character amid Cain's cancer ordeal

 "He takes things in, but he doesn't speak much."

Emmerdale will air a huge development in Cain Dingle's cancer storyline next week, as he undergoes his important prostatectomy. But while Cain and Moira try to put on a brave face ahead of the operation, Kyle Winchester begins to spiral at the thought of losing his dad.

In upcoming episodes, the Dingles prepare for Cain's procedure, which was delayed following his hit-and-run accident. When the day finally arrives, the family has breakfast together before heading over the hospital.

However, unbeknownst to Cain, his son Kyle is really struggling with the whole ordeal. Viewers will see how Cain's illness impacts the youngster and how he copes with his feelings behind closed doors.

Jeff Hordley, who plays Cain, explained that his character "doesn't have a clue" about Kyle's internal fears, though he "can see that he's struggling a wee bit with it".

"Before he goes into hospital, Kyle doesn't have breakfast with the rest of the family. He can see he's not quite right, but he's just thinking, 'he's just lost his mum a year previously, so I've got to keep an eye on him,'" the actor said.

But he doesn't understand if there's anything else going on, he's just thinking, 'Yeah, he's not feeling too good because he's probably thinking I'm going to lose [my] dad as well now.'"

Following the operation, which goes well, Cain faces his own dilemma as he worries about becoming permanently incontinent. While he focuses on the next stage in his recovery, Moira gets "a glimpse" of how the kids are dealing with things.

"Isaac's just keeping himself busy, but he's a bit younger and he's just off the wall. But Kyle's taking everything in in a different way," shared Natalie J Robb, who plays Moira. "They are kind of making Kyle more Cain-like. He takes things in, but he doesn't speak much. He's quite moody – he's fantastic."

"But yeah, you do start to see Kyle's journey. He gets affected a lot more by it than Isaac at first. There's a lot coming up with that."

Home and away Tuesday 12th May 2026 8713 Promo

 Tuesday 12th May 2026 (8713) It’s all hands on deck for Archie’s birthday. Alf loses hope. Justin gives Remi a push in the right direction.

Home and Away 8712 Episode 11th May 2026

Eden and Remi test their talent. Cash can’t escape Richie. Alf’s desperate for answers.

Home and Away spoilers for next week 18 to 22 May 2026

 What's next in Summer Bay?

Coming up on Home and Away, Tane is left fighting for his life after being attacked in prison.

Elsewhere, Brax reaches a decision about his future in Summer Bay, and Eden finds a creative way to help Remi.

Here's a full collection of 13 massive moments to come.

Harper feels second best

Harper is desperate to tell Dana about the video evidence of Kerrie's scheme, which finally puts Tane in the clear, but Dana is more preoccupied with helping Sonny.

Disappointed that her sister doesn't have time for her, Harper lets slip about Dana's extended leave.

This is news to Sonny, who starts to realise that Dana has been prioritising his recovery over everything else.

Brax fights with Sterlo

Brax is sickened to learn from Leah how the River Boys tortured Theo by lowering a car onto him.

He heads off for Mangrove River, telling Casey he's going to "sort some stuff out". Ricky reckons Brax has gone to hunt Sterlo down, so she and Casey head off to intervene.

Her fears are confirmed when they find the two men fighting and Casey is shocked to see this violent side to his dad.

 Mac feels her baby move

It's a magical moment for Mackenzie when she feels her baby kick for the first time.

Levi is adamant that it's too early in the pregnancy to feel any kind of movement, but Mac knows she wasn't imagining it.

The next day, Mac is proved right when it happens again and Levi places his hand on her tummy to share the experience.

Ricky wants out

Ricky worries Brax is slipping back into his old reprehensible ways and suggests they should leave town before things spiral.

When Casey questions why Brax attacked Sterlo, he explains he was trying to protect his family.

Brax can tell Casey is enjoying life in the Bay and wants to stay, but Ricky rejects the idea, citing his recent fight with the River Boys as proof.

 Lacey is caught in the middle

Mali asks Lacey if she'll pick up a board from his old place, which leads Abigail to assume he's deliberately avoiding her.

Annoyed, Abigail heads to the Surf Club to confront Mali, which leads Lacey to get caught in the crossfire.

The next day, Mali apologises to Lacey for dragging her into his personal life and she concedes that things haven't been easy for him.

Eden gets inside Remi's head

Remi is still experiencing aphasia following his brain surgery and tells Eden that using a journal to help with his word recall isn't working.

Later, Eden spies the journal lying on the couch and sneaks a look inside. She's shocked to discover Remi is consumed by feelings of self-loathing and hopelessness.

But before she can put the journal back, Remi arrives home and catches Eden red-handed.

Eden is inspired by Remi

Remi is furious with Eden for invading his privacy and ends up chucking the journal at her in frustration.

Undeterred, Eden takes the journal home and creates a song on her guitar, inspired by Remi's tortured words.

Cash is touched to discover his wife is channelling Remi's pain into passion and is proud of her for being such a loyal friend.

 Jo lets Tane down

David tells Cash the police are holding off on releasing Tane until it's determined whether he'll be charged for skipping bail.

Cash asks Jo if she'll come with him to break the news to Tane, but she insists it would be better if he went to the prison alone.

But when David returns home, he finds his daughter in floods of tears, consumed with guilt over abandoning her boyfriend.

Brax opens up to Alf - then Casey

Brax reunites with former foe Alf for a spot of fishing and explains that he's torn over whether to stay in Summer Bay or return to WA.

Alf is confident that Brax will make the right call, but back at home Casey has more questions.

Brax has to sit his son down and reveal the truth about his uncle Casey's death. The moment of honesty brings father and son closer together, but Ricky still has her reservations.

Brax bids farewell to the Bay

After sleeping on it, Brax finally reaches a decision over where his family's future lies.

He informs Ricky of his choice, before they return to the Surf Club to announce they're going back to WA.

Alf, Marilyn, Leah and Justin bid Brax, Ricky and Casey farewell as they return to the place that's right for them.

Tane is attacked in prison

Tane is devastated to learn he may not be released in time for Archie's first birthday and warns Cash of the dangers he's facing in jail.

As Harper faces celebrating Archie's milestone without Tane, back at the prison Peterson is cornered by Knox and his cronies.

Tane steps in to help, but is tasered by an inmate and falls to the ground, unconscious and bleeding.

Jo and Levi battle to save Tane

Cash is on his way to the prison when David receives a call to say Tane has been rushed to hospital.

Medical tests reveal Tane has suffered a low-grade rupture which may require surgery and Jo jumps in to assist Levi with treatment.

Cash breaks the news about Tane to Mac, who blames David for not releasing him a day earlier.

Mac blames David for Tane's critical condition

Harper receives a message from Kerrie and goes straight to the police station. David gets to work putting a trace on the number so his team can bring her in.

Meanwhile, Mac arrives at the hospital to see Tane but is stopped by Levi, who insists this level of stress won't help the baby.

Mac begrudgingly leaves and heads to the police station where she warns David that if Tane dies, then it's on his head.