Home and Away star Lukas Radovich responds to Ryder Jackson's exit

 "I'll miss the job, but most importantly I'll miss the people."

Home and Away spoilers follow.

Home and Away actor Lukas Radovich has given fans his reaction to the news of his character Ryder Jackson's exit from the soap.

In the show's latest episodes in Australia, Ryder had been contemplating whether it was time for him to leave Summer Bay – and the opportunity soon arose when his mum, Quinn, got him a job as a mixologist on a cruise ship.

There, Ryder, who had been joining Mackenzie Booth to underground gambling nights in previous episodes, would also get the chance to train as a casino croupier – his new-found ambition..

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Thursday's triple bill of episodes (May 5) in Australia featured Ryder's departure. This will air on UK screens on Channel 5 in June.

Radovich has already taken to his Instagram account to share his final goodbyes with his fans.

Posting a photo of him hugging his co-star Courtney Miller as well as a few other stills from his time on set, the actor wrote: "...and thanks for all the fish. What an incredible ride. I can't really express how the last 5 years has felt or impacted my life so I'll keep it short.

"I'll miss the job, but most importantly I'll miss the people."

Radovich went on to give a special mention to the director of his final episodes, Tony Gardiner – "for directing my final block with empathy" – as well as the fans for making his time on the show an "unforgettable" experience..

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"Also having my parents and @liamforcadilla appear as extras in my final episodes fills my heart," he added. "Until the next thing - catch you on the flipside."

The actor, who joined Home and Away in 2017, is thought to have already filmed his final scenes late last year.

He also isn't the only actor exiting the show this season; last week's Australian episodes saw the departure of Mia Anderson, who is played by Anna Samson.

Home and Away airs weekdays at 1.15pm on Channel 5 and 6pm on 5STAR. First-look screenings air at 6.30pm on 5STAR and the show also streams on My5.