List of Home and Away characters (2022)

Home and Away is an Australian television soap opera. It was first broadcast on the Seven Network on 17 January 1988. The following is a list of characters that appeared in 2022, by order of first appearance. All characters are introduced by the soap's executive producer, Lucy Addario. The 35th season of Home and Away began airing from 31 January 2022.[1] Xander Delaney was introduced at the end of March, followed shortly after by his sibling Rose Delaney in early April.

Xander Delaney

Xander Delaney, played by Luke Van Os, made his first appearance on 31 March 2022.[2] The casting and character details were announced on 21 October 2021.[3] Van Os is the cousin of former Home and Away actor Chris Hemsworth (Kim Hyde). He sought advice from Hemsworth ahead of a callback for the show, explaining "When I was asked for a callback for the chemistry test, I actually zoomed with Chris the night before and we ran it (the scene) and kind of just got into a good headspace."[4] After winning the role, Van Os relocated to Sydney to be closer to the studios and began filming the same week as his casting announcement.[4] Xander is Van Os's breakthrough role, and he hoped the part would help him to go on to have a long career, like many of the show's former actors.[4] Van Os later teased a connection between Xander and an established character.[5] Xander was also billed as "a mysterious individual who arrives in the Bay searching for answers".[5] It was later confirmed that Xander is related to Jasmine Delaney (Sam Frost) and fellow newcomer Rose Delaney (Kirsty Marillier).[2] Xander and Rose were not aware of Jasmine until their father died. Van Os explained "Upon the will reading, Xander finds a name he doesn't recognise, Jasmine Delaney. Xander comes to the Bay to figure out who this mystery woman is and at the very least give her the money his father left in the will for her."[6] Jasmine initially refuses to get to know Xander and Rose, believing they are scam artists. She asks her partner Cash Newman (Nicholas Cartwright) to run a background check on the pair, which causes a "disappointed" Xander to suggest that he and Rose leave the Bay.[6]

Rose Delaney

Rose Delaney,[7] played by Kirsty Marillier, made her first appearance on 4 April 2022.[2] Marillier's casting and character details were announced on 15 November 2021.[8] Jonathan Moran from The Daily Telegraph reported that she had already filmed her first scenes and had five weeks of filming completed.[8] Marillier previously made a guest appearance in the serial in 2018 as Rhea.[9] She will join the main cast this around, and she stated: "It is pretty life changing, I am not going to lie. It is really like that big break you crave and wish for as a student and young actor. It really is the break that I always wanted to be a series regular on a show like this, which is so iconic as a part of the Australian cannon, and to be acting every day, exercising that muscle, learning on set from everyone around me, it truly is like something I feel so humbled to have been offered."[8] Further details about Rose's introduction confirmed that she is related to Jasmine Delaney (Sam Frost) and fellow newcomer Xander Delaney (Luke Van Os).[2] Rose is also a police officer, who develops a crush on her colleague and Jasmine's boyfriend Cash Newman (Nicholas Cartwright).

Others
Date(s) Character Actor Circumstances
3 February–1 March Neve Spicer Sophie Bloom[10] Logan Bennett's former girlfriend, who contacts him suddenly after disappearing two years ago. They meet in secret and Neve explains that when they landed in Germany, she knew that she could not go back to Afghanistan or deal with more injured soldiers. Logan tells her that he thought she was dead and asks whether the military police know she is back in the country. Neve says that she has been laying low in Europe and has new identity papers, as she is facing court martial for going AWOL. She tells Logan that she only just found out that he left the army and has come to Summer Bay for him. He replies that he left because everyone was questioning him about her disappearance. The pair share a kiss on the pier, but Logan pulls away and tells Neve that she cannot expect to pick up their relationship where they left off. They are then interrupted by Dean Thompson. Logan takes Neve to his apartment and tells her to wait for him, but she follows him to Salt, where he introduces her to Mackenzie Booth. Dean then reveals that Mac is Logan's girlfriend and Neve leaves. Logan catches up to her and she tells him that she has spent all her time trying to get back to him, but he has a girlfriend and should leave. Logan asks if she is getting any help for PTSD and then threatens to call the defence force if she goes. Neve apologises to Mac for kissing Logan and Mac invites her to stay at their apartment. Neve watches on as Logan checks over an injured surfer and it triggers her PTSD, as she recalls a time when she had to help Logan after his convoy was attacked.
7 February Surfer Pete Jamai Evans[11] A surfer pulled from the sea by lifeguards after being hit in the head by a board. Logan Bennett comes over to check Pete and advises that they take him to the surf club to dress the wound.
23 February–7 March Brett Maloney Aaron Glenane[12] Karen Thompson's partner, who is invited to Summer Bay by her son Dean Thompson, so they can talk about why she turned down his marriage proposal. Karen says their relationship is over and kisses John Palmer to show that she has moved on, but Brett does not believe her. He tells Karen that he loves her and knows that she feels the same way, so she should call him when she is ready. Days later, Dean invites Brett to his home for dinner with him, Ziggy Astoni and Karen, who picks a fight with him and returns the engagement ring, causing Brett to leave. Brett returns the following day after Karen calls him, but they struggle to talk to one another about their feelings. Dean tells Brett that now is the time to speak up, but Brett admits to being nervous. He explains that Karen bolted with his car when he proposed. He knows about her mental health issues and that he is just as scared as she is, but if she meets him halfway he will give her his heart and sole. Dean eventually gets fed up and tells them to sort things out, as they both love each other. Karen and Brett make up and he gives her back the engagement ring. They later tell Ziggy and Dean that they have decided to live together and are leaving that afternoon.
1 March Shayla Uncredited[13] Theo Poulos meets Shayla when he turns up for community service and she recognises that it is his first time. She asks him what he got done for and he tells her he stole John Palmer's Surf Club car, which she respects.
7 March Julia Ana Maria Belo[14] A celebrant who marries Ari Parata and Mia Anderson at the hospital, shortly before Ari's condition deteriorates. She later asks his family to tell Mia to call her, so she can get the paperwork done to finalise the marriage. Tane Parata asks her to wait until they know what is happening.
10 March Wiremu Peter Paki[15] Friends and family of the Paratas, who gather at their house to honour Ari Parata before his funeral. They perform songs and a haka in his memory.
Kai Karanga Michelle Morunga[15]
Parata Whānau Te Tuhi Tipena, Marcus Barber,
Kane Pahau, Mark Takuira,
Rewi Pakinga, Rinnarta Bryan,
Kaitlan Mauriohooho[15]
5 April Debt Collector Martin Oliver Cooney[16] A debt collector who calls at Mackenzie Booth's home, but learns from Logan Bennett that she is out. Martin tells Logan that Mackenzie has 24 hours to call him. Logan later settles the debt.
Delivery Person Martin Cohen[17] The delivery man hands Mackenzie Booth a parcel and asks her to sign for it.
Callum Pierce Tristan McKinnon[18] A man who comes into the Pier Diner and waits for Marilyn Chambers to open the till, before stealing some money. He runs off pursued by Rose Delaney, who stops him from getting into his car and performs a citizen's arrest. The police turn up shortly after and Cash Newman retrieves the stolen money from Callum's pocket. At the station, Callum complains that Rose did not read him his rights and accuses her of hurting his arm, but she tells him to shut up and Cash asks his partner to process him.
Diner Mary Celeste Healey[19] A Diner customer, who is paying Marilyn Chambers for her meal when Callum Pierce steals from the till.
Police Officer Gary Bell[16] Cash Newman's partner, who helps him arrest Callum Pierce and puts him in their car.
7 April– Nathan Silva Ryan Panizza[20] A poker player, who turns up at the Surf Club and asks for Salt. Mackenzie Booth directs him upstairs, where an illegal gambling event is taking place. He loses his first game to Tane Parata, and is consoled by his friend Felicity Newman. During the next game, Nathan tells Tane that the table is waiting on him, as he and Felicity flirt. At the end of the night, Felicity thanks Nathan for coming and he shakes Tane's hand, before leaving. Nathan attends the next event at Salt and gives Ziggy Astoni a tip when she brings him a drink. He is glad to see Tane arrive and introduces him to his friend Jack. After the game, Felicity praises Nathan, who remarks that he was doing well until Tane put him out of the game, but Jack got Tane for him in the end.
20 April– High Roller Jack Barry Conrad[21] A poker player, who attends an illegal gambling night at Salt with his friend Nathan Silva. Nathan introduces him to Tane Parata and warns him Tane is a shark. Jack tips Ziggy Astoni when she brings him a drink and says she might be his lucky charm for the night. Tane goes all in with a flush, but Jack reveals that he has a full house, winning the game. Jack later asks Ziggy to have a drink with him, but she objects to him touching her. As he and Nathan are leaving, Jack asks Felicity Newman when the next game is and she says she will text him.
28 April– PK Ryan Johnson[22] Nathan Silva introduces PK to Mackenzie Booth and he asks to buy into that night's poker game, but she says it is full and he would need to be vetted. Nathan tells her he can vouch for PK, but Mackenzie turns them down. Nathan tries again to convince Mack to let PK into the game and PK tells her to name her price to get him a seat at the table, which she accepts.

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