Kate Ramsay
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Kate Ramsay is a fictional character
from the Australian Network Ten
soap opera Neighbours
, played by Ashleigh Brewer
. She made her first on-screen appearance on 15 May 2009. She is the eldest sibling of Harry
and Sophie Ramsay
. Her storylines have included dealing with the death of her mother, becoming the legal guardian of her siblings, struggling to achieve her dream of being a dancer and her relationships with Declan Napier
and Mark Brennan
.
to the show. At the time of the casting announcement, the Ramsays had not appeared in Neighbours for over a decade. Executive producer Susan Bower
said the introduction of the new Ramsay family members was based on the American drama series Party of Five
. Bower explained "We have three orphans, basically. That, as you can imagine, has a tremendous amount of story material with it and they're fabulous! Wait until you see this cast. They just clicked". Bower introduced the new characters despite the show receiving criticism because they did not have a nuclear or "normal" family.
Brisbane actress Ashleigh Brewer arrived in Melbourne the week after graduating from her school to scout around casting agents and look for acting work. While she was in the city, Brewer successfully auditioned for an ongoing role in Neighbours as Kate Ramsay, the eldest member of the new Ramsay family. Brewer told the official Neighbours website getting the part of Kate was "beyond any expectations" and a dream come true. The actress relocated to Melbourne for filming and she made her debut as Kate on 15 May 2009. Brewer's on screen siblings, Harry
(Will Moore) and Sophie
(Kaiya Jones
) followed shortly after. Of her character, Brewer said "I almost feel like viewers know Kate already because of the Ramsay history which makes playing her even more exciting."
that following Jill's death Kate was "extremely distressed, upset and confused", making it hard for her to care for her younger siblings. Kate was also faced with having people interfere with her life, which was difficult as she had trust issues. Brewer admitted the storyline was challenging due to the emotion required. Due to caring for her siblings, Kate develops a "maturity beyond her years" and she often put the needs of others before her own. The official Neighbours website describes Kate as "mature, independent and trustworthy", she is also a proud woman and very protective of her family. After moving into Ramsay Street, Kate began to bond with the other teenagers. Following the death of Bridget Parker
(Eloise Mignon
), the bonds tightened between Kate, Declan Napier
(James Sorensen
) and Donna Freedman
(Margot Robbie
). Donna often turned to Kate for help with her fashion business.
Channel 5's Holy Soap
website said Kate has a natural talent for dancing. She gave up her hobby a couple of years before her mother died, but after encouragement from her brother, she began dancing again. Kate was later involved in a storyline, which saw her dance for Jason Coleman at his Ministry Of Dance. She has also been tasked with organising the Deb Ball, which she decided to make environmentally friendly. This caused her to clash with Amanda Fowler (Bella Heathcote
), her enemy in and out of school. Kate has been called too serious by her younger sister and has been advised to "stop carrying the weight of the world on her shoulders" and have some fun with her life. When she was asked how Kate has changed as a character, Brewer told Channel 5 "She is still very responsible and I think she'll always be like that. She is definitely more confident and doesn't shy aware from standing up for herself to family members or her friends." Brewer opined Kate does has a sense of fun, despite going through so much in her life.
(James Sorensen
) was moving on too fast after his wife's death when he developed feelings for Kate. Sorensen then backed the storyline, insisting the storyline with Kate was a good thing, stating: "It's a difficult situation. Declan was truly in love with Bridget. He was one of the lucky ones to have found his soul mate early in life, but at the same time, he has to move on and live his life." further adding: "A lot of people do think it's too soon for another relationship. But I can assure you that it's done very tastefully." He then added an explantion to how Kate directly affected his character, adding: "He feels as though he's cheated on Bridget and that he hasn't mourned for long enough to be able to move on without showing proper respect to the love of his life. He's left confused and upset." As scenes from the storyline began to air Brewer defended her character and made comment on the storyline, reassuring viewers adding: "I think they'll be okay with it... I think they'll be accepting. It's done very tastefully and very slowly. The two characters don't rush anything."
Kate was then portrayed as troubled after Declan felt he could not forget Bridget (Eloise Mignon
), putting their romance in jeopardy. Of this Sorensen praised his and Brewer's storyline explaining "I'm glad that, some months down the track, all wasn't forgotten. It's such a sad situation. Declan really does like Kate and she feels the same way about him. But his heart won't let him move on." After the couple began dating it attracted a bigger mixed response from viewers, many felt it was still too soon after Bridget. Some viewers still refused to accept Kate's new romance, prompting Sorenson to defend Kate and Declan for a final time. The storyline then carried on progressing and viewers saw the two characters grow closer until they started a relationship, despite the mixed response received from fans of Declan and Bridget.
In August 2010, Declan and Kate's relationship ended when Kate chose to break up with him after he began pushing her away. Declan starts a new job and he later lies to his family in front of her. Erin Mullally
(who took over the role of Declan in May 2010) said "Declan's been pushing Kate away, he has so much going on in his life. He's holding on to these massive pieces of information that he feels he can't share with anyone – not even Kate." When Kate sees Declan lying to his mother, she believes that he is not the boy she fell for and does not know if she can trust him. Mullally said that Declan is not prepared for the moment Kate breaks up with him and he is confused. Declan goes to Ringo Brown
's (Sam Clark
) bucks night where he meets Kate's rival, Candace (Sheona Urquhart), who makes it clear that she is attracted to him. Declan and Candace later share a kiss, which Kate sees. Mullally said "Candace gets talking to Declan and is there for him, he wants comfort and makes that split-second decision to kiss her. He doesn't think about the consequences". Declan does not know Kate saw them together and Mullally added that he hoped they could move on as they "really do work as a couple".
revealed that Kate's new romance is to be with Mark Brennan
(Scott McGregor
). Kate initially turns him down when he asks her out, but she agrees to go on a date after he rescues her from Toadfish Rebecchi
(Ryan Moloney
) and Samantha Fitzgerald
(Simone Buchanan
), who are trying to get her testimony about Ringo Brown
's (Sam Clark
) accident. Brewer said that Kate is ready to move on from her previous relationship with Declan, even though she does not want to be. She added "It's about time she had a new man in her life!". During the date, Declan appears and Kate is furious as it means he still has a hold on her life. Kate new relationship sees her let go of her responsibilities a little, of this Brewer said "I'm really happy with the path she's gone down. She's really happy in this new relationship and the audience is going to see a new side to Kate. She lets go a bit and starts acting a bit younger, which I was really hoping for!"
Kate and Mark's romance moves into "top gear" when they share a kiss outside of the Erinsborough police station in front of Mark's colleagues. Kate turns up at the station to see Mark and Brewer said she kisses him "there and then". Brewer also said that it has taken Kate a "little while" to realise that she wants make things work with Mark because of the unfinished business with Declan. However, all of Kate's feelings for Declan are gone and she is aware of the negativity surrounding him. Declan does try to cause problems for Kate by lying about Mark threatening and hurting him. Kate then has to work to get Mark back. Brewer believed the relationship between Kate and Mark would be long-term and she admitted that she would like to see where it goes. Kate and Mark later break up after Kate confesses to lying in a police statement and Brewer said that they both want to get back together, but they are not able to move on from the things that are keeping them apart. Brewer explained "They both have a lot of history, such as the lie that Kate told to protect Rebecca and then Mark does something which really hurts Kate, and this prevents them from moving forward." The actress told Holy Soap that she believes Mark is "the one" for Kate as they are both academic and focused. Brewer added "She is trying to deal with the break-up and I don't think in her mind or his that they truly believe this is forever. They just need a bit of time to sort out their issues."
McGregor later announced his departure from Neighbours and Mark's last storyline saw him decide to leave for witness protection, after he is stalked. Mark does not want to leave Kate behind and he tries to convince her to pack up her life and go with him. Kate then has just thirty minutes to make up her mind. Brewer said that Kate decides to go with her instincts and she chooses to go with Mark. Of her choice, Brewer said "Kate makes decisions very quickly. She didn't have time to think about the consequences; that was just something she would have to deal with at a later date." When asked what the deciding factor is for Kate, Brewer explained that it felt right to her and she knows how much she loves Mark. Kate has to convince Sophie to leave with her and Brewer admitted that it was not fair of Kate to expect her sister to make the such a huge decision so quick. The episode unfolded in real time and was filmed over two nights. Brewer said the biggest challenge during filming was the bad weather during the night shoot. The actress told the official UK Neighbours website that it was "incredibly stressful" and exhausting, but the final result was worth it." Kate does not leave with Mark and she struggles with knowing that he is gone for good. In July 2011, executive producer, Susan Bower
, said Kate would go through some interesting changes in her life and that she has three stories coming up.
with Rhys Lawson (Ben Barber
) in July 2011. Brewer told Inside Soap Kate is lonely and missing Mark, so she wants to do something to get out of the low place she is in. Kate meets Rhys at Charlie's bar and following a "big night out", she wakes up in his apartment. Of this, Brewer explained "You don't actually see the lead-up – one minute she meets Rhys in a bar, the next minute we see that they've already slept together!" Kate is ashamed of her behavior and the situation is made worse when she is unable to remember Rhys' name. Brewer said Kate feels awkward about the whole thing and starts to freak out as she wonders why she went out and did what she did.
When Kate and Rhys meet again, they have different attitudes to their one-night stand. Brewer opined Rhys is a "bit of a player", so it is not a big deal to him, but Kate is uncomfortable and tries to cover her tracks. Inside Soap said viewers would be surprised by the development and Brewer admitted to having some misgivings about the storyline, as she thought it was too soon for Kate to be pursuing someone else. However, the actress said she understood Kate trying to move on from Mark. She later told Channel 5 that Kate's fling with Rhys was a release from everything that has been happening in her life up to that point.
Kate is punished for her actions when Michelle Tran (HaiHa Le) confronts her about Rhys. Kate is shocked as she barely knows Michelle and the confrontation takes place in public at Harold's Store. Michelle accuses Kate of having sex with Rhys to hurt her housemate, Kyle. Kate does not know how to respond and when Kyle learns what happened, he is mortified. Brewer said "In Michelle's crazy mind, she was doing the honorable thing by sticking up for Kyle." Kate realises something is not quite right with Michelle and knows to steer clear of her in the future. The actress added if Kate could go back in time, she would not go near Rhys. However, she can only put the matter behind her and move on.
(Jordan Smith
) is the first to realise Noah has a crush on Kate and he warns her about it. Brewer said Kate is hesitant about giving Noah the wrong idea and she suggests she should stop tutoring him. However, Noah denies having a crush on her and implies he is actually in love with Summer Hoyland
(Jordy Lucas
). Kate accepts this and is unaware of what Noah is really thinking. When asked if Noah's feelings for Kate come between her and her sister, Brewer explained "While Kate isn't aware that Noah has feelings for her, it doesn't really impact on she and Sophie. She's just conscious of her little sister getting hurt.
Kate learns Mark is dead and she struggles with the news and her grief. Brewer told Inside Soap that Kate goes into shock as she thought there was a small chance she could be with Mark if he came out of witness protection. Kate goes to the local History Wall project, where she meets Noah. Brewer said "Kate feels lost and alone, and needs to tell someone how she feels. She lets her guard down, and Noah's there for her." In the moment, Kate kisses Noah and Brewer said it could have happened with anyone. Kate regrets her actions, especially when Noah gives her a gift as he is convinced she reciprocates his feelings. Brewer said Kate had no idea Noah felt that way about her as she thought he liked Summer. She tries to make him understand he has the wrong impression, but Noah does not listen. Brewer explained everything in Kate's life is at risk if the kiss is ever revealed. When Sophie decides to drop out of Noah's band, Kate hopes Noah will leave her alone. However, Noah does not get the message and when he tries to get Kate to admit her feelings for him, she calls him a stalker. TV Soap said Noah is "shattered" and he then reveals their kiss to everyone. When Noah learns Kate's teaching career could be over, he admits to lying to get her into trouble. Andrew later finds Sophie tearing into Noah for trying to ruin her sister's career and he tells her Kate did kiss Noah. Sophie then tells Priya Kapoor (Menik Gooneratne), the acting principal of Erinsborough High, that Noah was not lying and Kate's teaching career is placed in jeopardy.
(Stefan Dennis
). They refuse to accept any help, especially from Paul's daughter, Elle (Pippa Black
), who wants to give them money. Susan Kennedy
(Jackie Woodburne
) eventually befriends Kate and convinces her to move her family into Number 24 Ramsay Street, which is owned by the Salvation Army. Sophie reveals she witnessed Paul trying to stop Jill from running into the road and he was not responsible for her death. Kate finds employment at Harold's Store alongside Lou Carpenter
(Tom Oliver
) and she enrolls at Erinsborough High. Kate bonds with Donna Freedman, Declan Napier and Bridget Parker
(Eloise Mignon
), but she is bullied by Amanda Fowler. Kate and Amanda clash several times after Kate is tasked with organising the Debutant Ball. Kate reveals she used to be a dancer and offers to teach Sunny Lee
(Hany Lee
) how to dance for the Ball. Harry purchases some dance lessons for Kate and she works hard to get into a showcase judged by Jason Coleman.
Kate attends the Ball with Declan and when she learns Jason has been invited as a special guest, she dances for him. Jason offers her a second chance at his showcase and Kate is offered a place at the Ministry of Dance
. Lou becomes the Ramsay's guardian after their DHS
careworker, Roz Challis (Janet Watson Kruse), talks about splitting the family up and placing them in care. Kate develops a crush on Declan and they kiss during schoolies week
, but Declan struggles with his feelings for both Kate and his late wife, Bridget. Declan eventually asks Kate out on a date, but it does not end well. Kate agrees to go on a date with Kyle Canning, but Declan ruins the night when he fights with Kyle. Kate gets a paid dancing job with Terry Kearney (Peter Moon
). Candace Carey becomes jealous of Kate and tries to sabotage her on a few occasions. Kate and Declan begin dating and Kate is granted legal guardianship of Harry and Sophie when she turns 18.
Kate begins a teaching course at Eden Hills University and she is given a placement at Erinsborough High. Terry puts Kate in charge of the dance troupe, when he departs for a cruise. She struggles with the demands of the dance troupe and her university work, so she decides to leave the troupe. When Kate realises Declan has become someone she no longer recognises and learns he has been lying to her and his family, she ends their relationship. She later witnesses him kissing Candace. Paul is pushed from the Lassiter's Hotel mezzanine and Declan ask Kate to provide his mother, Rebecca (Jane Hall
), with a false alibi. Kate agrees and she is interviewed by Mark Brennan. Rebecca later confesses to a shocked Kate that she was the one who pushed Paul. Kate, Lou and Sophie invite Lucas Fitzgerald
(Scott Major
) to move in with them. Kate meets Mark again and he asks her out to dinner. During the date, Kate argues with Declan and she leaves early.
Declan tells Kate that Mark has been threatening him, but when she confronts Mark, he denies it. Kate realises Declan made the story up and she apologises to Mark. They share their first kiss outside the police station and begin dating. Susan urges Kate to tell the police about the false alibi she gave to Rebecca and she does. Mark learns of Kate's lie and he ends their relationship. Kate befriends new neighbour, Jade Mitchell
(Gemma Pranita
) and she goes on a date with Kyle. Kate is angry when she discovers Jade and Mark had a one-night stand. Mark tells Kate he loves her, but she tells him she just wants to be friends. However, when Kate invites him over for dinner, they get back together. Mark tells Kate he is going into witness protection and he asks Kate to come with him. Kate agrees, but she initially meets resistance from Sophie. Kate and Sophie race to meet Mark, but they are too late and he leaves. Kate is devastated and she blames Sophie. Kate helps Kyle with his new handyman business and she has a one-night stand with Rhys Lawson.
Kate is put in charge of the students contributing to the Erinsborough History Wall project. She pays new student, Noah Parkin, to teach Sophie the guitar, but she worries when Sophie develops a crush on him. Kate is overwhelmed with grief when she learns Mark has died and she kisses Noah. Kate tries to explain the kiss did not mean anything. Kate's cousin, Andrew tells her he knows about her kiss with Noah, as it was captured on Summer Hoyland's time lapse camera. Kate begs Andrew to delete the footage, which he does. Noah tells the acting principal of Erinsborough High, Priya Kapoor, that Kate kissed him. Priya investigates the allegation and Kate admits she did kiss Noah. Her relationship with Sophie deteriorates and her sister moves in with Paul. Priya explains to Kate she is going to have to involve the VIT
and recommend she is no longer allowed to teach. However, when Priya learns of Mark's death, she tells Kate she will handle the matter herself. Kate later decides to quit teaching.
said Kate's most memorable moment was "Coping with the shock of losing her mother and the responsibility of becoming her siblings' guardian". The website has also branded her a "pluky lass" and said her relationship with Declan kept viewers "hooked for yonks".
Fictional character
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from the Australian Network Ten
Network Ten
Network Ten , is one of Australia's three major commercial television networks. Owned-and-operated stations can be found in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth, while affiliates extend the network to cover most of the country...
soap opera Neighbours
Neighbours
Neighbours is an Australian television soap opera first broadcast on the Seven Network on 18 March 1985. It was created by TV executive Reg Watson, who proposed the idea of making a show that focused on realistic stories and portrayed adults and teenagers who talk openly and solve their problems...
, played by Ashleigh Brewer
Ashleigh Brewer
Ashleigh Brewer is an Australian actress. She is best known for playing Kate Ramsay in the long-running Australian soap opera Neighbours.-Biography and personal life:...
. She made her first on-screen appearance on 15 May 2009. She is the eldest sibling of Harry
Harry Ramsay
Harry Ramsay is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, played by Will Moore. The character first appeared on-screen on 18 May 2009...
and Sophie Ramsay
Sophie Ramsay
Sophie Ramsay is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, played by Kaiya Jones. She made her first on-screen appearance on 18 May 2009. The character was created as part of a new generation of the Ramsay family. Sophie is the youngest of the Ramsay siblings, which also...
. Her storylines have included dealing with the death of her mother, becoming the legal guardian of her siblings, struggling to achieve her dream of being a dancer and her relationships with Declan Napier
Declan Napier
Declan Napier is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, played by Erin Mullally. The character first appeared on-screen on 25 July 2007. In January 2010 it was announced that original actor James Sorensen had quit the role of Declan and the decision to recast...
and Mark Brennan
Mark Brennan (Neighbours)
Mark Brennan is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, played by model and television presenter Scott McGregor. He made his first on-screen appearance on 30 August 2010. McGregor initially had a four week guest contract with the show, but this was increased to six months...
.
Character creation and casting
In February 2009, Channel 5 announced Neighbours were introducing a new generation of the Ramsay familyRamsay family
The Ramsay family is a fictional family on the Australian soap opera Neighbours. The cul-de-sac, which is the central focus of the series is named after the family.No.24 has been associated with the Ramsay family since the show began in 1985....
to the show. At the time of the casting announcement, the Ramsays had not appeared in Neighbours for over a decade. Executive producer Susan Bower
Susan Bower
Susan Bower is an Australian television producer and television writer best known for her work on the soap opera Neighbours.-Career:Bower is a former nurse who worked at The Alfred Hospital for 20 years before getting her scriptwriting breakthrough on A Country Practice, where she provided the...
said the introduction of the new Ramsay family members was based on the American drama series Party of Five
Party of Five
Party of Five is an American teen drama television series that aired on Fox for six seasons, from September 12, 1994, until May 3, 2000.Critically acclaimed, the show suffered from low ratings and after its first season was slated for cancellation...
. Bower explained "We have three orphans, basically. That, as you can imagine, has a tremendous amount of story material with it and they're fabulous! Wait until you see this cast. They just clicked". Bower introduced the new characters despite the show receiving criticism because they did not have a nuclear or "normal" family.
Brisbane actress Ashleigh Brewer arrived in Melbourne the week after graduating from her school to scout around casting agents and look for acting work. While she was in the city, Brewer successfully auditioned for an ongoing role in Neighbours as Kate Ramsay, the eldest member of the new Ramsay family. Brewer told the official Neighbours website getting the part of Kate was "beyond any expectations" and a dream come true. The actress relocated to Melbourne for filming and she made her debut as Kate on 15 May 2009. Brewer's on screen siblings, Harry
Harry Ramsay
Harry Ramsay is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, played by Will Moore. The character first appeared on-screen on 18 May 2009...
(Will Moore) and Sophie
Sophie Ramsay
Sophie Ramsay is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, played by Kaiya Jones. She made her first on-screen appearance on 18 May 2009. The character was created as part of a new generation of the Ramsay family. Sophie is the youngest of the Ramsay siblings, which also...
(Kaiya Jones
Kaiya Jones
Kaiya Jones is a Scottish-born Australian actress best known for playing the role of Sophie Ramsay in the Australian soap opera Neighbours. She previously played Jess Cooper in The Saddle Club series 3.-Early and personal life:...
) followed shortly after. Of her character, Brewer said "I almost feel like viewers know Kate already because of the Ramsay history which makes playing her even more exciting."
Characterisation
Kate's early scenes saw her dealing with her mother, Jill's (Perri Cummings), death in a car accident. Brewer told Jason Herbison of Inside SoapInside Soap
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that following Jill's death Kate was "extremely distressed, upset and confused", making it hard for her to care for her younger siblings. Kate was also faced with having people interfere with her life, which was difficult as she had trust issues. Brewer admitted the storyline was challenging due to the emotion required. Due to caring for her siblings, Kate develops a "maturity beyond her years" and she often put the needs of others before her own. The official Neighbours website describes Kate as "mature, independent and trustworthy", she is also a proud woman and very protective of her family. After moving into Ramsay Street, Kate began to bond with the other teenagers. Following the death of Bridget Parker
Bridget Parker
Bridget Louise "Didge" Parker is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, played by Eloise Mignon. In 2007 the show was revamped to boost falling ratings in Australia. As part of this, the show's focus returned to family dynamics and the character of Bridget and her family...
(Eloise Mignon
Eloise Mignon
Eloise Mignon is an Australian actress born in Kuwait.-Career:Mignon was educated at Melbourne Girls College, Wesley College and St Michael's Grammar School her screen credits include a role in Legacy of the Silver Shadow and a main character Mara Lomax in children's sci-fi series Silversun. She...
), the bonds tightened between Kate, Declan Napier
Declan Napier
Declan Napier is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, played by Erin Mullally. The character first appeared on-screen on 25 July 2007. In January 2010 it was announced that original actor James Sorensen had quit the role of Declan and the decision to recast...
(James Sorensen
James Sorensen
James Sorensen is a professional model and actor. He is of Danish, British and Portuguese descent. He has a twin sister and a brother who is 6 years younger.-Biography:...
) and Donna Freedman
Donna Freedman
Donna Jane Brown is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, played by Margot Robbie. She made her first on-screen appearance on 2 June 2008. Donna was initially a guest character, but Robbie was promoted to regular cast member shortly after she made her debut...
(Margot Robbie
Margot Robbie
Margot Robbie is an Australian actress. She is known for her role as Donna Freedman on the soap opera Neighbours, which earned her two Logie Award nominations. In 2011, Robbie began appearing as Laura Cameron in the ABC drama series Pan Am.-Early life:Robbie was born on 2 July 1990 and grew up on...
). Donna often turned to Kate for help with her fashion business.
Channel 5's Holy Soap
Holy Soap
Holy Soap is a UK television and entertainment website founded in June 2009 by the British television company Channel 5. The website is the official UK home of the Australian soap operas Home and Away and Neighbours, which are broadcast on the channel...
website said Kate has a natural talent for dancing. She gave up her hobby a couple of years before her mother died, but after encouragement from her brother, she began dancing again. Kate was later involved in a storyline, which saw her dance for Jason Coleman at his Ministry Of Dance. She has also been tasked with organising the Deb Ball, which she decided to make environmentally friendly. This caused her to clash with Amanda Fowler (Bella Heathcote
Bella Heathcote
Isabella "Bella" Heathcote is an Australian actress. She is best known for playing Amanda Fowler on the Australian television soap opera Neighbours.- Career :...
), her enemy in and out of school. Kate has been called too serious by her younger sister and has been advised to "stop carrying the weight of the world on her shoulders" and have some fun with her life. When she was asked how Kate has changed as a character, Brewer told Channel 5 "She is still very responsible and I think she'll always be like that. She is definitely more confident and doesn't shy aware from standing up for herself to family members or her friends." Brewer opined Kate does has a sense of fun, despite going through so much in her life.
Relationship with Declan Napier
In late 2009, the character became the center of disapproval from viewers, who felt fellow character Declan NapierDeclan Napier
Declan Napier is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, played by Erin Mullally. The character first appeared on-screen on 25 July 2007. In January 2010 it was announced that original actor James Sorensen had quit the role of Declan and the decision to recast...
(James Sorensen
James Sorensen
James Sorensen is a professional model and actor. He is of Danish, British and Portuguese descent. He has a twin sister and a brother who is 6 years younger.-Biography:...
) was moving on too fast after his wife's death when he developed feelings for Kate. Sorensen then backed the storyline, insisting the storyline with Kate was a good thing, stating: "It's a difficult situation. Declan was truly in love with Bridget. He was one of the lucky ones to have found his soul mate early in life, but at the same time, he has to move on and live his life." further adding: "A lot of people do think it's too soon for another relationship. But I can assure you that it's done very tastefully." He then added an explantion to how Kate directly affected his character, adding: "He feels as though he's cheated on Bridget and that he hasn't mourned for long enough to be able to move on without showing proper respect to the love of his life. He's left confused and upset." As scenes from the storyline began to air Brewer defended her character and made comment on the storyline, reassuring viewers adding: "I think they'll be okay with it... I think they'll be accepting. It's done very tastefully and very slowly. The two characters don't rush anything."
Kate was then portrayed as troubled after Declan felt he could not forget Bridget (Eloise Mignon
Eloise Mignon
Eloise Mignon is an Australian actress born in Kuwait.-Career:Mignon was educated at Melbourne Girls College, Wesley College and St Michael's Grammar School her screen credits include a role in Legacy of the Silver Shadow and a main character Mara Lomax in children's sci-fi series Silversun. She...
), putting their romance in jeopardy. Of this Sorensen praised his and Brewer's storyline explaining "I'm glad that, some months down the track, all wasn't forgotten. It's such a sad situation. Declan really does like Kate and she feels the same way about him. But his heart won't let him move on." After the couple began dating it attracted a bigger mixed response from viewers, many felt it was still too soon after Bridget. Some viewers still refused to accept Kate's new romance, prompting Sorenson to defend Kate and Declan for a final time. The storyline then carried on progressing and viewers saw the two characters grow closer until they started a relationship, despite the mixed response received from fans of Declan and Bridget.
In August 2010, Declan and Kate's relationship ended when Kate chose to break up with him after he began pushing her away. Declan starts a new job and he later lies to his family in front of her. Erin Mullally
Erin Mullally
Erin Mullally is an Australian actor and model best known for playing the role of Declan Napier in Neighbours. Mullally was cast in the role after original actor, James Sorensen, left the show. The character of Declan is Mullally's first major television role...
(who took over the role of Declan in May 2010) said "Declan's been pushing Kate away, he has so much going on in his life. He's holding on to these massive pieces of information that he feels he can't share with anyone – not even Kate." When Kate sees Declan lying to his mother, she believes that he is not the boy she fell for and does not know if she can trust him. Mullally said that Declan is not prepared for the moment Kate breaks up with him and he is confused. Declan goes to Ringo Brown
Ringo Brown
Ringo Brown is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, played by Sam Clark. Clark was given the role after he entered and won a Dolly magazine competition. He made his first on-screen appearance on 24 January 2007...
's (Sam Clark
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) bucks night where he meets Kate's rival, Candace (Sheona Urquhart), who makes it clear that she is attracted to him. Declan and Candace later share a kiss, which Kate sees. Mullally said "Candace gets talking to Declan and is there for him, he wants comfort and makes that split-second decision to kiss her. He doesn't think about the consequences". Declan does not know Kate saw them together and Mullally added that he hoped they could move on as they "really do work as a couple".
Relationship with Mark Brennan
In November 2010, Brewer revealed that Kate was to find a new romance with an existing character. Brewer said "Declan and Kate are pretty much dead and gone. There's a new relationship in the works that you're about to see, which is really fun and exciting." She also branded the her new relationship a "refreshing change for Kate" and stated: "She's the person who does all the looking after. She looks after her little sister and now she needs someone who can step in a look after her a bit." TV WeekTV Week
TV Week is a weekly television magazine in Australia, first published as a Melbourne-only publication in December 1957 , and bearing a strong affiliation to television station GTV.The publication is still publishing weekly...
revealed that Kate's new romance is to be with Mark Brennan
Mark Brennan (Neighbours)
Mark Brennan is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, played by model and television presenter Scott McGregor. He made his first on-screen appearance on 30 August 2010. McGregor initially had a four week guest contract with the show, but this was increased to six months...
(Scott McGregor
Scott McGregor (model)
Scott McGregor is an Australian model, television presenter and actor.-Career:Since 2005 he has worked as a model on the Nine Network program Temptation, as well as television presenting work for Foxtel...
). Kate initially turns him down when he asks her out, but she agrees to go on a date after he rescues her from Toadfish Rebecchi
Toadfish Rebecchi
Jarrod Vincenzo Rebecchi is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, played by Ryan Moloney. He debuted on-screen during the episode airing on 8 February 1995....
(Ryan Moloney
Ryan Moloney
Ryan Moloney is an Australian actor best known for his portrayal of the fictional character Jarrod "Toadfish" Rebecchi in the Australian soap opera Neighbours.-Before Neighbours:...
) and Samantha Fitzgerald
Samantha Fitzgerald
Samantha "Sam" Fitzgerald is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, played by Simone Buchanan. She made her first on-screen appearance on 21 March 2008 and departed the show on 25 June 2008. She returned briefly on 24 November 2008. Sam's main storylines have...
(Simone Buchanan
Simone Buchanan
Simone Louise Buchanan is an Australian actress best known for her television roles as Debbie Kelly in the situation comedy Hey Dad..! and Samantha Fitzgerald in the soap opera Neighbours....
), who are trying to get her testimony about Ringo Brown
Ringo Brown
Ringo Brown is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, played by Sam Clark. Clark was given the role after he entered and won a Dolly magazine competition. He made his first on-screen appearance on 24 January 2007...
's (Sam Clark
Sam Clark
-Studio albums:-Singles:-Music videos:-Filmography:-Awards and nominations:-External links:* on SoundCloud...
) accident. Brewer said that Kate is ready to move on from her previous relationship with Declan, even though she does not want to be. She added "It's about time she had a new man in her life!". During the date, Declan appears and Kate is furious as it means he still has a hold on her life. Kate new relationship sees her let go of her responsibilities a little, of this Brewer said "I'm really happy with the path she's gone down. She's really happy in this new relationship and the audience is going to see a new side to Kate. She lets go a bit and starts acting a bit younger, which I was really hoping for!"
Kate and Mark's romance moves into "top gear" when they share a kiss outside of the Erinsborough police station in front of Mark's colleagues. Kate turns up at the station to see Mark and Brewer said she kisses him "there and then". Brewer also said that it has taken Kate a "little while" to realise that she wants make things work with Mark because of the unfinished business with Declan. However, all of Kate's feelings for Declan are gone and she is aware of the negativity surrounding him. Declan does try to cause problems for Kate by lying about Mark threatening and hurting him. Kate then has to work to get Mark back. Brewer believed the relationship between Kate and Mark would be long-term and she admitted that she would like to see where it goes. Kate and Mark later break up after Kate confesses to lying in a police statement and Brewer said that they both want to get back together, but they are not able to move on from the things that are keeping them apart. Brewer explained "They both have a lot of history, such as the lie that Kate told to protect Rebecca and then Mark does something which really hurts Kate, and this prevents them from moving forward." The actress told Holy Soap that she believes Mark is "the one" for Kate as they are both academic and focused. Brewer added "She is trying to deal with the break-up and I don't think in her mind or his that they truly believe this is forever. They just need a bit of time to sort out their issues."
McGregor later announced his departure from Neighbours and Mark's last storyline saw him decide to leave for witness protection, after he is stalked. Mark does not want to leave Kate behind and he tries to convince her to pack up her life and go with him. Kate then has just thirty minutes to make up her mind. Brewer said that Kate decides to go with her instincts and she chooses to go with Mark. Of her choice, Brewer said "Kate makes decisions very quickly. She didn't have time to think about the consequences; that was just something she would have to deal with at a later date." When asked what the deciding factor is for Kate, Brewer explained that it felt right to her and she knows how much she loves Mark. Kate has to convince Sophie to leave with her and Brewer admitted that it was not fair of Kate to expect her sister to make the such a huge decision so quick. The episode unfolded in real time and was filmed over two nights. Brewer said the biggest challenge during filming was the bad weather during the night shoot. The actress told the official UK Neighbours website that it was "incredibly stressful" and exhausting, but the final result was worth it." Kate does not leave with Mark and she struggles with knowing that he is gone for good. In July 2011, executive producer, Susan Bower
Susan Bower
Susan Bower is an Australian television producer and television writer best known for her work on the soap opera Neighbours.-Career:Bower is a former nurse who worked at The Alfred Hospital for 20 years before getting her scriptwriting breakthrough on A Country Practice, where she provided the...
, said Kate would go through some interesting changes in her life and that she has three stories coming up.
One-night stand
Kate has a one-night standOne-night stand
Originally, a one-night stand was a single theatre performance, usually by a guest performer on tour, as opposed to an ongoing engagement. Today, however, the term is more commonly defined as a single sexual encounter, in which neither participant has any intention or expectation of a relationship...
with Rhys Lawson (Ben Barber
Ben Barber
Ben Barber is a Australian actor best known for playing Rhys Lawson in the Australian soap opera Neighbours.-Career:...
) in July 2011. Brewer told Inside Soap Kate is lonely and missing Mark, so she wants to do something to get out of the low place she is in. Kate meets Rhys at Charlie's bar and following a "big night out", she wakes up in his apartment. Of this, Brewer explained "You don't actually see the lead-up – one minute she meets Rhys in a bar, the next minute we see that they've already slept together!" Kate is ashamed of her behavior and the situation is made worse when she is unable to remember Rhys' name. Brewer said Kate feels awkward about the whole thing and starts to freak out as she wonders why she went out and did what she did.
When Kate and Rhys meet again, they have different attitudes to their one-night stand. Brewer opined Rhys is a "bit of a player", so it is not a big deal to him, but Kate is uncomfortable and tries to cover her tracks. Inside Soap said viewers would be surprised by the development and Brewer admitted to having some misgivings about the storyline, as she thought it was too soon for Kate to be pursuing someone else. However, the actress said she understood Kate trying to move on from Mark. She later told Channel 5 that Kate's fling with Rhys was a release from everything that has been happening in her life up to that point.
Kate is punished for her actions when Michelle Tran (HaiHa Le) confronts her about Rhys. Kate is shocked as she barely knows Michelle and the confrontation takes place in public at Harold's Store. Michelle accuses Kate of having sex with Rhys to hurt her housemate, Kyle. Kate does not know how to respond and when Kyle learns what happened, he is mortified. Brewer said "In Michelle's crazy mind, she was doing the honorable thing by sticking up for Kyle." Kate realises something is not quite right with Michelle and knows to steer clear of her in the future. The actress added if Kate could go back in time, she would not go near Rhys. However, she can only put the matter behind her and move on.
Noah Parkin
In July 2011, Orpheus Pledger joined the cast as Noah Parkin, a student who enrolls at Erinsborough High. Noah befriends Kate's sister, Sophie, as they are both into music and enjoy playing the guitar. Sophie develops a crush on Noah, but he does not notice as he has taken a shine to Kate. Pledger explained "Noah doesn't realise Sophie's got the hots for him and he falls for Kate. He thinks Kate's beautiful and always wants to be around her. He thinks he's got a shot because she's really nice to him - but he takes her friendly gestures the wrong way." The actor later expanded on this saying Kate is one of a few people who was nice to him from the start. Kate did not judge him and Noah takes her natural friendliness for something more than it is. Andrew RobinsonAndrew Robinson (Neighbours)
Andrew Benito Robinson is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, played by Jordan Smith. He made his first on-screen appearance on 13 November 1991. Shannon Holmes previously played the role from the character's birth in 1991 until 1992...
(Jordan Smith
Jordan Smith (actor)
Jordan Patrick Smith is a Scottish-born Australian actor best known for playing Andrew Robinson in the Australian soap opera Neighbours.-Personal life:...
) is the first to realise Noah has a crush on Kate and he warns her about it. Brewer said Kate is hesitant about giving Noah the wrong idea and she suggests she should stop tutoring him. However, Noah denies having a crush on her and implies he is actually in love with Summer Hoyland
Summer Hoyland
Summer Rose Hoyland is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, played by Jordy Lucas. She made her first on-screen appearance on 20 May 2002. The character was originally played by Marisa Siketa from her arrival to her departure in 2005 and her subsequent...
(Jordy Lucas
Jordy Lucas
Jordy Lucas is an Australian actress best known for playing the role of Summer Hoyland in Neighbours.-Personal life:...
). Kate accepts this and is unaware of what Noah is really thinking. When asked if Noah's feelings for Kate come between her and her sister, Brewer explained "While Kate isn't aware that Noah has feelings for her, it doesn't really impact on she and Sophie. She's just conscious of her little sister getting hurt.
Kate learns Mark is dead and she struggles with the news and her grief. Brewer told Inside Soap that Kate goes into shock as she thought there was a small chance she could be with Mark if he came out of witness protection. Kate goes to the local History Wall project, where she meets Noah. Brewer said "Kate feels lost and alone, and needs to tell someone how she feels. She lets her guard down, and Noah's there for her." In the moment, Kate kisses Noah and Brewer said it could have happened with anyone. Kate regrets her actions, especially when Noah gives her a gift as he is convinced she reciprocates his feelings. Brewer said Kate had no idea Noah felt that way about her as she thought he liked Summer. She tries to make him understand he has the wrong impression, but Noah does not listen. Brewer explained everything in Kate's life is at risk if the kiss is ever revealed. When Sophie decides to drop out of Noah's band, Kate hopes Noah will leave her alone. However, Noah does not get the message and when he tries to get Kate to admit her feelings for him, she calls him a stalker. TV Soap said Noah is "shattered" and he then reveals their kiss to everyone. When Noah learns Kate's teaching career could be over, he admits to lying to get her into trouble. Andrew later finds Sophie tearing into Noah for trying to ruin her sister's career and he tells her Kate did kiss Noah. Sophie then tells Priya Kapoor (Menik Gooneratne), the acting principal of Erinsborough High, that Noah was not lying and Kate's teaching career is placed in jeopardy.
Storylines
Kate and her siblings are devastated when their mother dies following a hit-and-run accident, which is blamed on Paul RobinsonPaul Robinson (Neighbours)
Paul Stewart Robinson is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, a long-running serial drama about social life in the fictional Melbourne suburb of Erinsborough. He is played by Stefan Dennis. Paul debuted in the serial's first episode in 1985 and appeared on a...
(Stefan Dennis
Stefan Dennis
Stefan Dennis is an Australian actor, best known for playing the role of Paul Robinson in the soap opera, Neighbours, from its first episode in March 1985 to the present day...
). They refuse to accept any help, especially from Paul's daughter, Elle (Pippa Black
Pippa Black
Pippa Black is an Australian actress. From 2005 to 2009, Black played Elle Robinson in the soap opera Neighbours. Black played Tonya in the NBC series Outsourced from 2010 to 2011.-Career:...
), who wants to give them money. Susan Kennedy
Susan Kennedy
Susan Kennedy , is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera Neighbours, played by Jackie Woodburne. The character and her family were created by storyliners in an attempt to bring the show back to its roots. Susan made her first on-screen appearance on 3 October 1994 along...
(Jackie Woodburne
Jackie Woodburne
Jackie Woodburne is a Northern Irish-born Australian actress.-Personal life:Woodburne was born in Carrickfergus, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Her father was a member of the Royal Ulster Constabulary. She has two older siblings: John and Stephen. At age three she emigrated with her family to...
) eventually befriends Kate and convinces her to move her family into Number 24 Ramsay Street, which is owned by the Salvation Army. Sophie reveals she witnessed Paul trying to stop Jill from running into the road and he was not responsible for her death. Kate finds employment at Harold's Store alongside Lou Carpenter
Lou Carpenter
Louis "Lou" Carpenter is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, played by Tom Oliver. He made his first on-screen appearance on 30 March 1988. Lou appeared for a brief time, before leaving and later returning in January 1992 as a regular cast member. He is the longest...
(Tom Oliver
Tom Oliver
Tom Oliver is an English television, film and theatre actor best known today for playing the role of Lou Carpenter in the Australian soap opera Neighbours.-Career:...
) and she enrolls at Erinsborough High. Kate bonds with Donna Freedman, Declan Napier and Bridget Parker
Bridget Parker
Bridget Louise "Didge" Parker is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, played by Eloise Mignon. In 2007 the show was revamped to boost falling ratings in Australia. As part of this, the show's focus returned to family dynamics and the character of Bridget and her family...
(Eloise Mignon
Eloise Mignon
Eloise Mignon is an Australian actress born in Kuwait.-Career:Mignon was educated at Melbourne Girls College, Wesley College and St Michael's Grammar School her screen credits include a role in Legacy of the Silver Shadow and a main character Mara Lomax in children's sci-fi series Silversun. She...
), but she is bullied by Amanda Fowler. Kate and Amanda clash several times after Kate is tasked with organising the Debutant Ball. Kate reveals she used to be a dancer and offers to teach Sunny Lee
Sunny Lee
Sunny Lee is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, played by Hany Lee. She made her first on-screen appearance on 8 April 2009. Sunny was created by executive producer Susan Bower in response to criticism that Neighbours was "too white"...
(Hany Lee
Hany Lee
Hany Lee Choi is a Korean Australian actress best known for playing the role of Sunny Lee on the Australian soap opera, Neighbours.-Early and personal life:...
) how to dance for the Ball. Harry purchases some dance lessons for Kate and she works hard to get into a showcase judged by Jason Coleman.
Kate attends the Ball with Declan and when she learns Jason has been invited as a special guest, she dances for him. Jason offers her a second chance at his showcase and Kate is offered a place at the Ministry of Dance
Ministry of Dance
Ministry of Dance is an Australian dance school based in Penrith, New South Wales. It established in 2006.- History :Ministry of Dance first began as a dance group in a church. The principals Peter & Jaclyn Douglas then decided to open a dance studio. They started in a school hall and have now...
. Lou becomes the Ramsay's guardian after their DHS
Department of Human Services (Australia)
The Department of Human Services is an Australian Government agency which is responsible for delivering a range of welfare, social services, health services and other services for the Australian Government....
careworker, Roz Challis (Janet Watson Kruse), talks about splitting the family up and placing them in care. Kate develops a crush on Declan and they kiss during schoolies week
Schoolies week
Schoolies or schoolies week refers to the Australian tradition of high-school graduates having week-long holidays following the end of their final exams in late November and early December."Toolies" refers to older revelers who participate in Schoolies week but are...
, but Declan struggles with his feelings for both Kate and his late wife, Bridget. Declan eventually asks Kate out on a date, but it does not end well. Kate agrees to go on a date with Kyle Canning, but Declan ruins the night when he fights with Kyle. Kate gets a paid dancing job with Terry Kearney (Peter Moon
Peter Moon (comedian)
Peter Moon is an Australian comedian, best known for writing and performing in the sketch comedy Fast Forward....
). Candace Carey becomes jealous of Kate and tries to sabotage her on a few occasions. Kate and Declan begin dating and Kate is granted legal guardianship of Harry and Sophie when she turns 18.
Kate begins a teaching course at Eden Hills University and she is given a placement at Erinsborough High. Terry puts Kate in charge of the dance troupe, when he departs for a cruise. She struggles with the demands of the dance troupe and her university work, so she decides to leave the troupe. When Kate realises Declan has become someone she no longer recognises and learns he has been lying to her and his family, she ends their relationship. She later witnesses him kissing Candace. Paul is pushed from the Lassiter's Hotel mezzanine and Declan ask Kate to provide his mother, Rebecca (Jane Hall
Jane Hall (actress)
Jane Hall is an Australian actress and comedian.-Biography:Born in Melbourne, Hall grew up in the Dandenong Ranges....
), with a false alibi. Kate agrees and she is interviewed by Mark Brennan. Rebecca later confesses to a shocked Kate that she was the one who pushed Paul. Kate, Lou and Sophie invite Lucas Fitzgerald
Lucas Fitzgerald
Lucas Fitzgerald is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, portrayed by Scott Major. He made his first on-screen appearance on 22 July 2008. The role of Lucas is Major's second character on the show, he previously played Darren Stark in 1993. Lucas is the brother of Daniel...
(Scott Major
Scott Major
Scott Major is an Australian actor. Major's acting début was playing Murray on Home and Away in the 1990s. He joined the Neighbours cast for a brief period in 1993 as the original Darren Stark. and then was a part of the Heartbreak High cast as "Rivers" from 1994–1995...
) to move in with them. Kate meets Mark again and he asks her out to dinner. During the date, Kate argues with Declan and she leaves early.
Declan tells Kate that Mark has been threatening him, but when she confronts Mark, he denies it. Kate realises Declan made the story up and she apologises to Mark. They share their first kiss outside the police station and begin dating. Susan urges Kate to tell the police about the false alibi she gave to Rebecca and she does. Mark learns of Kate's lie and he ends their relationship. Kate befriends new neighbour, Jade Mitchell
Jade Mitchell
Jade Mitchell is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours, played by Gemma Pranita. Pranita's casting was announced in September 2010 and it was revealed that Jade would be introduced as the younger sister of Sonya Mitchell...
(Gemma Pranita
Gemma Pranita
Gemma Pranita is a Thai-born Australian actress. Pranita was encouraged to join the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts by her drama teacher, and from 1999 to 2003, she competed at state level in the Shakespeare Globe Association's annual Shakespeare festival. Pranita formed a theatre...
) and she goes on a date with Kyle. Kate is angry when she discovers Jade and Mark had a one-night stand. Mark tells Kate he loves her, but she tells him she just wants to be friends. However, when Kate invites him over for dinner, they get back together. Mark tells Kate he is going into witness protection and he asks Kate to come with him. Kate agrees, but she initially meets resistance from Sophie. Kate and Sophie race to meet Mark, but they are too late and he leaves. Kate is devastated and she blames Sophie. Kate helps Kyle with his new handyman business and she has a one-night stand with Rhys Lawson.
Kate is put in charge of the students contributing to the Erinsborough History Wall project. She pays new student, Noah Parkin, to teach Sophie the guitar, but she worries when Sophie develops a crush on him. Kate is overwhelmed with grief when she learns Mark has died and she kisses Noah. Kate tries to explain the kiss did not mean anything. Kate's cousin, Andrew tells her he knows about her kiss with Noah, as it was captured on Summer Hoyland's time lapse camera. Kate begs Andrew to delete the footage, which he does. Noah tells the acting principal of Erinsborough High, Priya Kapoor, that Kate kissed him. Priya investigates the allegation and Kate admits she did kiss Noah. Her relationship with Sophie deteriorates and her sister moves in with Paul. Priya explains to Kate she is going to have to involve the VIT
Victorian Institute of Teaching
The Victorian Institute of Teaching is a statutory authority whose task is to recognise and regulate members of the teaching profession in Victoria, Australia,. The Institute registers teachers working in all schools in Victoria....
and recommend she is no longer allowed to teach. However, when Priya learns of Mark's death, she tells Kate she will handle the matter herself. Kate later decides to quit teaching.
Reception
For her portrayal of Kate, Brewer was nominated for "Most Popular New Female Talent" at the 2010 Logie Awards. Holy SoapHoly Soap
Holy Soap is a UK television and entertainment website founded in June 2009 by the British television company Channel 5. The website is the official UK home of the Australian soap operas Home and Away and Neighbours, which are broadcast on the channel...
said Kate's most memorable moment was "Coping with the shock of losing her mother and the responsibility of becoming her siblings' guardian". The website has also branded her a "pluky lass" and said her relationship with Declan kept viewers "hooked for yonks".
External links
- Character profile on the Official Neighbours AU website
- Character profile on the Official UK Neighbours UK website