Home and Away's Sonny Baldwin to push himself to breaking point in worrying new scenes...

 He ignores expert advice, but at what cost?

Sonny Baldwin puts himself in danger as he tries to speed up his recovery in upcoming scenes in Home and Away. Earlier this year, Sonny was left paralysed in a horrific train crash.

The road to recovery ever since has been rocky, and Sonny is set to put his health at risk when his determination gets the better of him.

With the gym now reopening, Sonny pushes himself further in physiotherapy than what his doctors have recommended, warning him to take it slow so as not to harm his body.

But Sonny is determined to walk again and feels inspired to do whatever it takes to achieve it.

At first, everything seems to be going well, and Sonny refuses to take a break during his session despite his body faltering.

Alarmed, Remi Carter and Lacey Miller urge Sonny to stop, but he snaps at the pair to back off.

The next day, Sonny apologises to the duo for his behaviour, but lies to them when he promises that he will listen to the doctors and slow down, returning to the gym almost immediately.

Speaking to TV Week, Sonny actor Ryan Bown said: "Right now, on his path toward rehabilitation, Sonny’s feeling relieved, hopeful, and proud.

"He’s been deeply inspired by his fellow friends in the rehab clinic, seeing how fiercely independent, resilient, and determined they are."

He continued: "He’s frustrated. Sonny wants to believe that it will take time, but deep down he feels that intense dedication is the way forward."

Home and Away boss Lucy Addario teased a tumultuous year for Sonny and Remi as well as Dana Matheson, who rekindled her relationship with Sonny in the aftermath of the train crash.

What we can say is that Sonny, Remi, and Dana are all heading into a storm, and none of them will come out unchanged.

"Loyalties will be tested, truths will surface, and the lines between friendship and love get seriously blurred. In classic Home and Away style, just when they think they’re solid, everything gets shaken."

Hollyoaks to uncover Diane Hutchinson secret in emotional final letters

 "There are some very tough times ahead for the grieving family."

Hollyoaks is set to uncover a new secret in the aftermath of Diane Hutchinson's death, as her family receives the emotional final letters she wrote before she passed away.

In heartbreaking scenes that aired last week, Diane sadly died after being diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer back in March.

This week, the Hutchinsons are coming to terms with the loss of their mum and wife, and Leela and Jack will offer their support, having both lost someone close to them.

Leela's daughter Peri was killed in the plane-crash stunt last year, and Jack's wife Frankie died in 2017.

In scenes set to air next week, Tony struggles to find the words for Diane’s eulogy, so Leela and Jack offer their support, reminiscing about their loved ones lost, Peri and Frankie.

Before leaving, Leela hands Tony some letters that Diane had written for him and the children..

Over at The Dog, alone, Dee Dee breaks down, secretly reading all the letters her mum left for them. But something in Tony’s stops her in her tracks.

"The whole community is still stunned by Diane’s death," said our insider. "And things take another emotional turn next week when the Hutchinsons receive letters containing her heartbreaking final words."

They added: "There are some very tough times ahead for the grieving family – but what does Dee Dee read in her dad’s letter that leaves her shaken?"

Alex Fletcher, who played Diane, recently opened up about her exit. Asked by Inside Soap how she wants Diane to be remembered, Fletcher said: "She always gave people a chance. She was fair but fierce when it came to her kids - family was everything to her. Maybe she was a bit deluded with Tony, and took him back a few too many times!"

She added: "I've been lucky enough to be given quite gritty storylines you can relate to. I think people have felt sorry for her over the years."

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Home and Away confirms shocking shooting story - with several fan favourites in danger

 "They’re about to need each other more than ever…"

Home and Away has released a new promo, confirming a shocking shooting storyline that will see several fan favourites in danger.

The new trailer has revealed that one Summer Bay resident will be shot in the coming weeks, though who it is remains to be seen.

"Life, it can be wonderful," a voiceover is heard saying over the new clip as images of Levi Fowler and Mackenzie Booth play (via Back to the Bay).

Viewers know that Levi and Mac are expecting a baby together after tragically losing their baby last year.

As Harper's voiceover says, "This baby is gonna change their lives," Mackenzie can be seen pulling Levi over to feel their baby kick.

and bring tears," the voiceover ominously adds as a shot of Mali plays, showing the character looking upset while talking on the phone.

Next, Eden asks Cash if their marriage will survive, and newcomer Richie is seen comforting Abigail. Also in the promo, Sonny and Remi come to blows at the gym, and Justin is pictured looking emotional.

Next up, Yabbie Creek's newest police recruit, Richie, is seen giving chase on foot before getting in his police car and speeding off.

Leah and Justin dance together on the beach, and Tane, Harper and baby Archie play outside the surf club.

After a clip showing Mackenzie with baby Archie, Alf is seen telling Roo that "it felt like you’d given up on me" because she had questioned whether he was responsible for Abigail's hit-and-run.

As the trailer draws to a climax, the voiceover says: "They’re about to need each other more than ever… because one of them will be shot!"

Following the bombshell revelation that someone is going to be shot, we see a tearful Jo and Lacey comforting each other at the hospital, along with a shot of Mackenzie crying and then one of Levi in tears.

With Levi, Mackenzie, Mali, Eden, Cash, Abigail, Archie, Dana, Richie, Remi, Sonny, Justin, Leah, Tane, Harper, Alf, Roo, David, Jo and Lacey all featured in the new promo, which one will be shot?

EastEnders set to expose Vicki and Zack betrayal in huge wedding day episode..

 Will Vicki and Ross get wed?

EastEnders’ Vicki Fowler and Ross Marshall prepare to tie the knot next week. Even though the bride-to-be cheated on the groom with Zack, Vicki is sure Ross is the right man for her. But will her betrayal be exposed and ruin her happy ever after?

"Vicki is excited and wants to embrace this wedding," begins EastEnders star Alice Haig, who plays Vicki. "On the other hand, she’s still feeling incredibly uncertain and guilty about Zack. Vicki doesn’t understand what drove her to cheat – she wants so much to have the perfect day, but this dishonesty is hanging over her

It’s been a long road to the altar for the cursed couple, who were nearly torn apart when Ross’ evil son Joel brutally attacked Vicki. Joel is now banged up, but the issues it caused in his dad’s relationship drove Vicki into the arms of another man.

While Ross knows Vicki cheated on him and has forgiven her, he doesn’t realise it was with his best man! Vicki hopes her indiscretion is behind her and presses on with preparations for the ceremony.

While Vicki now regrets her dirty dalliance, Zack is not over it. As the big day looms, Zack’s desire for Vicki grows stronger and he tries to tempt her away from Ross once more…

"Zack clearly still has deep feelings for Vicki," says Alice. "He’s fighting for her, but Vicki insists she loves Ross and does not want to be with Zack – even if her behaviour has said otherwise!"

With just 24 hours to go, Vicki can’t wait to get hitched. Mum Michelle may not be around, but Vicki feels the support of her family and an honest chat with auntie Kathy convinces her she’s doing the right thing by choosing Ross.

That doesn’t deter jealous Zack from putting a spanner in the works, and after Vicki refuses his romantic gift of a bracelet, he bumps into love rival Ross and can’t resist some meddling…

"Zack doesn’t behave in the best way," teases Alice. "He starts to drip poison in Ross’ ear and tries to influence him by implying Vicki might have been unfaithful again. This really starts to make Ross paranoid."

Instead of looking forward to making an honest woman out of his fiancée, Ross is brooding on the morning of the wedding as Zack’s words continue to mess with his mind. Vicki makes it clear to lovelorn Zack she’s committed to Ross, unaware her other half is now the one having doubts…

Ross has a few conversations ahead of the wedding, and people respond in a slightly strange way," continues Alice. "It seems like the whole Square knows about Vicki’s affair at this point! As doubt starts to creep in for Ross, two and two start to make four."

"Vicki is late for the wedding, which doesn’t help matters," shares Alice. “When she finally arrives there’s an expectation everything is going to be revealed – either by Zack, or one of the many who know the truth.

"Then Ross has a realisation at the altar, and asks Vicki if Zack was the man she slept with! In that moment it’s a huge panic for Vicki, but you’ll have to wait and see how she responds…"

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Exclusive: Home and Away teases "storm" to come for Sonny, Dana and Remi

 "None of them will come out unchanged"

Home and Away boss Lucy Addario has teased a serious shake-up for three of the soap's best-loved characters later this year. Dana Matheson, Sonny Baldwin and Remi Carter have trouble ahead, despite seemingly having the worst behind them.

Earlier this year, Sonny was left paralysed in a horrific train crash, and subsequently broke up with Dana. However, he wasn't the only one who faced turmoil from the crash – after collapsing in hospital, Remi was diagnosed with a brain tumour and underwent risky surgery.

However, now that Sonny and Dana are back together and Remi is on the mend, Lucy has revealed that there's a whirlwind of drama ahead in Inside Soap's summer preview.

We’re loving the bromance, the romance, and yes, the fun chaos!" she laughed. "What we can say is that Sonny, Remi and Dana are all heading into a storm, and none of them will come out unchanged.

Loyalties will be tested, truths will surface, and the lines between friendship and love get seriously blurred. In classic Home and Away style, just when they think they’re solid, everything gets shaken."

Lucy also gave fans a taste of what the rest of 2026 will look like for the soap, teasing that they can expect "huge, life-changing moments" to come in Summer Bay.

The rest of 2026 is absolutely stacked," said Lucy. "New romance, friendships pushed to their limits, secrets that can’t stay buried and ultimatums that change lives forever."

"Lives will hang in the balance, hearts will be broken, and when everything seems lost, the Summer Bay community does what it always does best – pulls together. It’s big, emotional storytelling, and it’s classic Home and Away."

Love Island star Mitch Eliot makes bid for the big screen as he lands a new role in unexpected project

 Love Island Australia's Mitch Eliot is making a bold leap from reality TV heartthrob to serious actor - and his latest role may be his most unexpected yet.

The former villa favourite, 28, who split from long-term girlfriend Phoebe Spiller in 2024 and later opened up about his journey with fluid sexuality, has revealed he is set to star in the upcoming film Transitions opposite Home and Away star Axle Whitehead.

The project marks a dramatic new chapter for Mitch, who appears determined to reinvent himself both personally and professionally after a transformative few years in the spotlight.

Speaking exclusively to Daily Mail, Mitch confirmed acting has always been his true calling.

'Even as a kid on the rugby field I'd be acting out movies and in my own world. My dad would be yelling at me to run for the ball,' he explained.

'But acting just wasn't something people did where I'm from.'

Axle was best known for playing Liam Murphy on Home and Away between 2009 and 2013

Love Island Australia's Mitch Eliot, 28, is making a bold leap from reality TV heartthrob to serious actor - and his latest role may be his most unexpected yet

The former villa favourite, who split from long-term girlfriend Phoebe Spiller in 2024 and later opened up about his journey with fluid sexuality, has revealed he is set to star in the upcoming film Transitions opposite Home and Away star Axle Whitehead 

Mitch first found fame as one half of Love Island Australia's golden couple alongside Phoebe, with the pair finishing as runners-up in 2022 before announcing their split two years later.

Following the breakup, Mitch candidly revealed he was embracing a more open and fluid approach to his sexuality, describing the period as one of self-discovery and personal growth.

Now, his latest acting role appears to mirror that evolution.

'I play a very lost guy called Michael who's searching for the love his family never gave him,' he explained.

'Without saying much it kinda touches on the deeper transactions us humans make in life.'

The emotionally charged role is expected to see Mitch portray a deeply vulnerable character opposite seasoned actor Axle, in what insiders suggest could be one of his most daring performances yet.

While Mitch remained tight-lipped on specific plot details, the film is believed to explore themes of identity, intimacy, and emotional survival.

Despite the inevitable scrutiny that comes with transitioning from reality TV to film, Mitch insists he has nothing to prove. 

The project marks a dramatic new chapter for Mitch, who appears determined to reinvent himself both personally and professionally after a transformative few years in the spotlight 

I don't really think of it like that,' he said.

'The thing with acting is I'm not doing it to prove myself to anyone. I'm doing it because I love it.

'I think apart from my family and friends it's the only thing I've ever truly cared about.'

And as for whether he's intentionally selecting more provocative roles to challenge public assumptions, Mitch made his focus clear.

'The only person I want to challenge is myself,' he said.

'I don't care what people think of me. I'm doing this for myself and taking on roles/characters I feel have a meaningful story to tell.' 

Mitch rose to fame appearing on Love Island back in 2022. 

He and partner Phoebe stunned fans when they announced they had split after two years together.

Mitch rose to fame appearing on Love Island back in 2022. He and partner Phoebe stunned fans when they announced they had split after two years together

The pair, who finished as runners-up on the hit dating show and quickly became fan favourites, both shared emotional statements confirming the breakup.

'Unfortunately, me and Phoebe have decided after two years that we would go our separate ways,' Mitch wrote at the time.

'Never thought I'd be one to make a break up post, but I feel like it's needed so we can focus on getting through this and moving on.'

Addressing Phoebe directly, he added: 'Phoebe, we fell in love the day we met and from then on you showed me what it's like to be so bloody loved.

'You gave me an amazing two years and I can't thank you enough for that. But we need time to grow as our own people.'

Phoebe shared her own heartbreak, admitting she had been left devastated by the separation.

'I honestly never thought I'd be writing this, but unfortunately Mitch and I have separated,' she wrote.

'As much as I wanted him to be my forever, we ended up wanting different things. Regardless of that though, I will always love him.'

The breakup was made even more poignant given that Mitch had previously tattooed 'P.S. I love you' on his forearm as a tribute to Phoebe just months earlier.

Pia Whitesell is every inch the proud mother at son's graduation

The former Home and Away star shared a gallery of photos to social media at her 23-year-old son's graduation at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California

Pia Whitesell was every inch the proud mother over the weekend when she and husband Patrick attended her son Isaiah's graduation ceremony. 

The former Home and Away star, 42, shared a gallery of photos to social media that captured her at her 23-year-old son's milestone achievement at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California.

The Chilean-born actress and her billionaire husband beamed from ear-to-ear as she proudly posed with her eldest son and warmly embraced him.

Pia looked casually stylish for the outing in a black mini-dress paired with aviator sunglasses, as she proudly watched her firstborn receive his degree.

She captioned the post with some heartfelt words: 'One of the proudest moments of my life, watching you graduate.

'I didn't just see a graduation, I saw every step that brought you here... the hard choices, the growth, the strength, the resilience, the incredible young man you've become. 

Pia Whitesell was every inch the proud mother over the weekend when she and husband Patrick attended her son Isaiah's graduation ceremony

Isaiah, you make me proud beyond words. Watching you step into your future with that beautiful smile is one of my life's greatest privileges. The world awaits you, our Lil' Civil Engineer - Letsss goooooo! God bless you always, I love you.'

Pia has developed a reputation for being a hands-on mother and in January she revealed why being a stepmum to Lauren Sanchez's children was so rewarding. 

The Home and Away star's husband, Patrick, shares two children – son Evan, 19, and daughter Ella, 17 – with the former TV presenter, who is now married to Amazon billionaire boss Jeff Bezos.

Pia also shares sons Isaiah and Lennox, 19, from two previous relationships. 

'For me, it's honestly the best, most heartwarming thing to see the blending of four teenagers who were strangers just a few years ago,' she told Marie Claire Australia.

'We sit around the table every night, enjoying each other's company, having a laugh as we share our stories. We spent Thanksgiving together; how lucky are we to have all found each other?'

Pia also admitted she leans on her family during times of hardship, such as when they lost a house last year during the California wildfires.

It comes five years after Pia relocated to Los Angeles with her children and married Hollywood power agent and multimillionaire Patrick.

The Chilean-born actress and her billionaire husband beamed from ear-to-ear 

Pia looked casually stylish for the outing in a black mini-dress

Since then, the glamorous star has seamlessly blended into LA life.

She accepted Patrick's proposal in late 2020 after he presented her with a spectacular diamond ring.

The solitaire oval diamond sparkler is estimated to be worth between AUD$1.10million and AUD$1.9million.

The couple tied the knot in May 2021.

Patrick is the boss of Hollywood talent and media agency Endeavor, formerly known as WME.

His client list includes the likes of Jude Law, Denzel Washington, Hugh Jackman, Kate Beckinsale, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Jake Gyllenhaal, with whom he shares both professional and personal ties.