A Country Practice (Season 4)

A Country Practice was an Australian television drama series. At its inception, one of the longest-running of its kind, produced by James Davern of JNP Productions, who had wrote the pilot episode and entered a script contest for the network in 1979, coming third and winning a merit award. It ran on the Seven Network for 1,058 episodes from 18 November 1981 to 22 November 1993. It was produced in ATN-7's production facility at Epping, Sydney. After its lengthy run on the seven network it was picked up by network ten with a mainly new cast from April to November 1994 for 30 episodes, although the ten series was not as successful as its predecessor . The Channel Seven series was also filmed on location in Pitt Town, while, the Channel Ten series was filmed on location in Emerald, Victoria.

  • Poster for Part Of The Family - Part 1

    Part Of The Family - Part 1 (Episode 1)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: An eight year-old Downs Syndrome boy is slowly welcomed into the community.

  • Poster for Part Of The Family - Part 2

    Part Of The Family - Part 2 (Episode 2)

    Air date: 1984-01-02

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Muldoon becomes a victim of his own shortcuts when the hospital wall under construction collapses on him.

  • Poster for A Second Chance - Part 1

    A Second Chance - Part 1 (Episode 3)

    Air date: 1984-07-02

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: When Gabe's mother arrives in the valley, Frank's fears are confirmed.

  • Poster for A Second Chance - Part 2

    A Second Chance - Part 2 (Episode 4)

    Air date: 1984-08-02

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Miles Scholfield has chosen secluded Wandin Valley as the location for the birth of his writing career.

  • Poster for It's So Easy - Part 1

    It's So Easy - Part 1 (Episode 5)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: A country spinster who raises champion pigs in Wandin Valley meets Barry Leonard on holiday. Barry visits her in Wandin Valley bringing with him devastation and heartbreak.

  • Poster for It's So Easy - Part 2

    It's So Easy - Part 2 (Episode 6)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Terence is seconded by Brendan into taking Judy Loveday to her reunion dinner. His reservations are not unfounded, when Judy appears to misinterpret his intentions.

  • Poster for Partners - Part 1

    Partners - Part 1 (Episode 7)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: As Muldoon has resigned from the Club, there is a vacancy for President. Johnno, the publican, makes it his business to take over where Muldoon left off.

  • Poster for Partners - Part 2

    Partners - Part 2 (Episode 8)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Everyone becomes concerned with Terence's apparent loneliness and their attempts to find him a partner are upstaged by Bob and Cookie's plan to use an introduction agency.

  • Poster for Once Upon A Time - Part 1

    Once Upon A Time - Part 1 (Episode 9)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Emily White, Wandin Valley's oldest citizen, is admitted to hospital.

  • Poster for Once Upon A Time - Part 2

    Once Upon A Time - Part 2 (Episode 10)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: The story of Wandin Valley's eldest citizen is re-lived when Molly organises a vivid re-enactment.

  • Poster for When The Bough Breaks - Part 1

    When The Bough Breaks - Part 1 (Episode 11)

    Air date: 1984-07-03

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Molly's over-enthusiasm to have everything right for her new baby causes complications.

  • Poster for When The Bough Breaks - Part 2

    When The Bough Breaks - Part 2 (Episode 12)

    Air date: 1984-08-03

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Molly and Brendan have to face the first major crisis of their lives together.

  • Poster for A Sense Of Loss - Part 1

    A Sense Of Loss - Part 1 (Episode 13)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Molly and Brendan's friends try to help them sort out their problems.

  • Poster for A Sense Of Loss - Part 2

    A Sense Of Loss - Part 2 (Episode 14)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Simon cannot understand Vicky's behaviour toward her close friend Molly.

  • Poster for On The Sheep's Back - Part 1

    On The Sheep's Back - Part 1 (Episode 15)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Simon is offered a job he has always wanted in the city and he and Vicky have to make a decision.

  • Poster for On The Sheep's Back - Part 2

    On The Sheep's Back - Part 2 (Episode 16)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: A young visitor to Wandin Valley takes great interest in Molly and is surprised and disappointed to find out that she is married.

  • Poster for The Last Laugh - Part 1

    The Last Laugh - Part 1 (Episode 17)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Molly finally looks like making a success of her farm, but she worries that disease might threaten her potato crop.

  • Poster for The Last Laugh - Part 2

    The Last Laugh - Part 2 (Episode 18)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terence is shocked at how a money-making venture is more important than a human life.

  • Poster for Elementary Miss Watson - Part 1

    Elementary Miss Watson - Part 1 (Episode 19)

    Air date: 1984-05-04

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Esme starts meddling in other people's affairs, only to find herself in trouble with Frank Gilroy.

  • Poster for Elementary Miss Watson - Part 2

    Elementary Miss Watson - Part 2 (Episode 20)

    Air date: 1984-06-04

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Esme persuades Cookie to help her in her private investigations and they make a shocking discovery.

  • Poster for The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 1

    The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 1 (Episode 21)

    Air date: 1984-12-04

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Judy Loveday thinks that the hospital's new nursing assistant is not all she appears to be.

  • Poster for The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 2

    The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 2 (Episode 22)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terence takes an interest in the new nurse's assistant and finds out why she is behaving so mysteriously.

  • Poster for Moment Of Truth - Part 1

    Moment Of Truth - Part 1 (Episode 23)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Vicky shows all the signs of being pregnant and Simon is very excited.

  • Poster for Moment Of Truth - Part 2

    Moment Of Truth - Part 2 (Episode 24)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Judy Loveday's behaviour towards Tania Menzel takes a surprising turn.

  • Poster for A Touch Of Class - Part 1

    A Touch Of Class - Part 1 (Episode 25)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Frank is unhappy about the demands being made on him by the locals.

  • Poster for A Touch Of Class - Part 2

    A Touch Of Class - Part 2 (Episode 26)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: The locals finally come to Frank's aid much to his relief.

  • Poster for Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 1

    Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 1 (Episode 27)

    Air date: 1984-03-05

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Vicky and Simon make preparations for Simon's mother's arrival.

  • Poster for Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 2

    Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 2 (Episode 28)

    Air date: 1984-04-05

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Brendan has doubts about the girl that Judy recommended to fill the vacant position at the hospital.

  • Poster for A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 1

    A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 1 (Episode 29)

    Air date: 1984-10-05

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Molly gets a surprise present for Brendan's birthday.

  • Poster for A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 2

    A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 2 (Episode 30)

    Air date: 1984-11-05

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Brendan gets more of a surprise than Molly bargained for.

  • Poster for Invasion Of Privacy - Part 1

    Invasion Of Privacy - Part 1 (Episode 31)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Shirley is concerned that Simon seems to prefer working to going home.

  • Poster for Invasion Of Privacy - Part 2

    Invasion Of Privacy - Part 2 (Episode 32)

    Runtime: 48 min

    Overview: An argument between Vicky and Simon prompts Vicky to seek help from Shirley.

  • Poster for Tug Of War - Part 1

    Tug Of War - Part 1 (Episode 33)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: An insecure girl focuses her attention on Simon, but Simon has trouble working out why.

  • Poster for Tug Of War - Part 2

    Tug Of War - Part 2 (Episode 34)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Shirley's strange behaviour has everybody wondering what happened to her while she was away.

  • Poster for Second Opinion - Part 1

    Second Opinion - Part 1 (Episode 35)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Esme must prepare herself for an operation.

  • Poster for Second Opinion - Part 2

    Second Opinion - Part 2 (Episode 36)

    Air date: 1984-01-06

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Simon finds himself applying his medical expertise to Vicky's patients.

  • Poster for Hot & Cold - Part 1

    Hot & Cold - Part 1 (Episode 37)

    Air date: 1984-07-06

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Vicky finds she has to face the consequences when an article she wrote appears in the Burrigan Examiner.

  • Poster for Hot & Cold - Part 2

    Hot & Cold - Part 2 (Episode 38)

    Air date: 1984-08-06

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Terence finds himself advising friends on a medical situation and Simon feels neglected when Fatso ignores him.

  • Poster for Breathing Space - Part 1

    Breathing Space - Part 1 (Episode 39)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Judy gets a big surprise when the new nurse arrives at the hospital a day earlier than expected and Frank and Shirl prepare themselves for Gabe's visit.

  • Poster for Breathing Space - Part 2

    Breathing Space - Part 2 (Episode 40)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: The pressure a mother places on her young son, causes Terence concern. The folk in Wandin Valley have a surprise party for an old friend. The Valley raise funds for a young boy's swimming training.

  • Poster for An Axe To Grind - Part 1

    An Axe To Grind - Part 1 (Episode 41)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Molly is really excited when an old friend from University visits. Brendan's moustache is not well received. The fruit pickers arrive and Esme's finds them 'undesirable'.

  • Poster for An Axe To Grind - Part 2

    An Axe To Grind - Part 2 (Episode 42)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Shirley is worried aboutFrank's behaviour. Molly's friend Emma finds an old Aboriginal site. Matron Sloan isn't having much luck in finding a place to live.

  • Poster for Repairing The Damage - Part 1

    Repairing The Damage - Part 1 (Episode 43)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Shirley's concern for Frank causes her to seek help from Terence. Brendan and Simon try their hand at home plumbing.

  • Poster for Repairing The Damage - Part 2

    Repairing The Damage - Part 2 (Episode 44)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Judy Loveday takes great delight in teasing Simon and Brendan.

  • Poster for Good Intentions - Part 1

    Good Intentions - Part 1 (Episode 45)

    Air date: 1984-05-07

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: A young girl's dream to raise her child in a stable environment is shattered when she finds herself deserted.

  • Poster for Good Intentions - Part 2

    Good Intentions - Part 2 (Episode 46)

    Air date: 1984-06-07

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Matron Sloan finds she has to face the consequences when she fights for what she believes is right.

  • Poster for So Close Yet So Far Away - Part 1

    So Close Yet So Far Away - Part 1 (Episode 47)

    Air date: 1984-12-07

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Brendan can look forward to a long awaited reunion with his parents when they decide to visit.

  • Poster for So Close Yet So Far Away - Part 2

    So Close Yet So Far Away - Part 2 (Episode 48)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Brendan is rather concerned when he hears how his father shows little responsibility when taking care of Chloe.

  • Poster for Splitting The Difference - Part 1

    Splitting The Difference - Part 1 (Episode 49)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: A friend from Vicky's past seeks medical expertise from Simon.

  • Poster for Splitting The Difference - Part 2

    Splitting The Difference - Part 2 (Episode 50)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Matron Sloan has problems dealing with one of the hospital board members.

  • Poster for Friday The 13th - Part 1

    Friday The 13th - Part 1 (Episode 51)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Judy Loveday plays a practical joke on Dr. Elliott on Friday, the 13th.

  • Poster for Friday The 13th - Part 2

    Friday The 13th - Part 2 (Episode 52)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terence and Frank have their work cut out for them when they try to trace an anonymous suicide call.

  • Poster for The Last Picture Show - Part 1

    The Last Picture Show - Part 1 (Episode 53)

    Air date: 1984-02-08

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Simon decides that it's high time Hamlet had some serious training.

  • Poster for The Last Picture Show - Part 2

    The Last Picture Show - Part 2 (Episode 54)

    Air date: 1984-03-08

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Judy Loveday gets excited when she thinks she has finally found a man of the world. Terence, Simon and Frank investigate the possibility of investing in a movie.

  • Poster for I'll Drink To That - Part 1

    I'll Drink To That - Part 1 (Episode 55)

    Air date: 1984-09-08

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terence and Matron Sloane cannot understand Judy's attitude to a patient. When Simon's aunt dies he inherits some of her belongings. A young boy's parents are wondering what ailment their child has.

  • Poster for I'll Drink To That - Part 2

    I'll Drink To That - Part 2 (Episode 56)

    Air date: 1984-10-08

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Bob is angry over an articleMolly wrote for the newspaper. Vicky and Simon's dinner party isn't very practical.

  • Poster for The Hidden Trap - Part 1

    The Hidden Trap - Part 1 (Episode 57)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Vicki is horrified to see how a farmer treats his daughter-in-law and wonders what mystery surrounds her. Judy shows signs of deep depression. Molly tries to release her first edition on time.

  • Poster for The Hidden Trap - Part 2

    The Hidden Trap - Part 2 (Episode 58)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Vicky and Frank uncover a serious crime. When Judy and Terence have a confrontation he realises just how much Judy has been suffering. A new house brings excitement for Simon and Vicky.

  • Poster for Close To The Bone - Part 1

    Close To The Bone - Part 1 (Episode 59)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Terence tries to explain to a girl the damage of what she is doing to herself when she refuses to eat.

  • Poster for Close To The Bone - Part 2

    Close To The Bone - Part 2 (Episode 60)

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Simon's birthday party gets underway at the Club but the guest of honour seems to be missing.

  • Poster for Leader Of The Pack - Part 1

    Leader Of The Pack - Part 1 (Episode 61)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: The clinic and hospital get broken into, and Frank wonders if the recent arrival of the bikies has anything to do with it.

  • Poster for Leader Of The Pack - Part 2

    Leader Of The Pack - Part 2 (Episode 62)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: When Molly sees that the council are planning to build a factory she sets about trying to prevent it.

  • Poster for Digging Up Dirt - Part 1

    Digging Up Dirt - Part 1 (Episode 63)

    Air date: 1984-06-09

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Vicky has reservations about the new house Simon has found for them.

  • Poster for Digging Up Dirt - Part 2

    Digging Up Dirt - Part 2 (Episode 64)

    Air date: 1984-07-09

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Terence is forced to operate in dangerous conditions in order to save a man's life.

  • Poster for Man's Best Friend - Part 1

    Man's Best Friend - Part 1 (Episode 65)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Simon and Vicky move in with Frank and Shirley.

  • Poster for Man's Best Friend - Part 2

    Man's Best Friend - Part 2 (Episode 66)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Vicky and Simon find that it's not as easy as they thought living with Frank and Shirley.

  • Poster for Taken For A Ride - Part 1

    Taken For A Ride - Part 1 (Episode 67)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Molly tries to help Simon at the clinic but he finds her more of a hindrance.

  • Poster for Taken For A Ride - Part 2

    Taken For A Ride - Part 2 (Episode 68)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: An accident at the timber yard leads to further investigation by Terence.

  • Poster for A Fair Hearing - Part 1

    A Fair Hearing - Part 1 (Episode 69)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Cookie and Bob prepare Clancy for his big race. Are Vicky and Simon going from a bad situation to a worse one when they accept the offer of another place to stay?

  • Poster for A Fair Hearing - Part 2

    A Fair Hearing - Part 2 (Episode 70)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Clancy's big race arrives and there's unexpected results for some. Molly is annoyed with the attention Brendan is receiving from the Burrigan Examiner so decides to take action.

  • Poster for Upstaged - Part 1

    Upstaged - Part 1 (Episode 71)

    Air date: 1984-04-10

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Preparations begin for undiscovered talents when the club prepares for a Gala Evening. Cookie takes on some extra work. Molly has her first visitors to stay at the farm.

  • Poster for Upstaged - Part 2

    Upstaged - Part 2 (Episode 72)

    Air date: 1984-05-10

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Simon has the chance to work with one of the best in the business, but isn't impressed with the lack of compassion he shows towards his patients.

  • Poster for Ships That Pass - Part 1

    Ships That Pass - Part 1 (Episode 73)

    Air date: 1984-11-10

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: It's great excitement when Shirley, Frank, Simon and Brendan head off on a South Pacific cruise. Shirley is quite taken with the charming ship's purser.

  • Poster for Ships That Pass - Part 2

    Ships That Pass - Part 2 (Episode 74)

    Air date: 1984-12-10

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Cookie takes liberties with the truth to develop a ship-board romance. Simon and Brendan become involved in a stow-away.

  • Poster for The Harder They Fall - Part 1

    The Harder They Fall - Part 1 (Episode 75)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Vicky has some exciting news to tell Simon on his return from the cruise. Terence asks Judy to keep a watchful eye on Steve Vargas. Cookie gets a big surprise.

  • Poster for The Harder They Fall - Part 2

    The Harder They Fall - Part 2 (Episode 76)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terence enjoys a different lifestyle when his flat gets overtaken by a woman wrestler. Shirley and Frank hold a slide evening, causing friction between the usually happy couples of the valley.

  • Poster for Something Out There - Part 1

    Something Out There - Part 1 (Episode 77)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Vicky and Simon move into their new house. The local farmers are concerned for the stock after a mysterious series of deaths. Molly has to cope with the death of one of her dearest animals.

  • Poster for Something Out There - Part 2

    Something Out There - Part 2 (Episode 78)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: The locals take the advice of an old hermit from the hills and work under his instruction to hunt down a wild dog pack. Simon is annoyed when his new house is used as a communications base.

  • Poster for Out Of Bounds - Part 1

    Out Of Bounds - Part 1 (Episode 79)

    Air date: 1984-01-11

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Esme finds herself in an unfortunate position and has to face the consequences.

  • Poster for Out Of Bounds - Part 2

    Out Of Bounds - Part 2 (Episode 80)

    Air date: 1984-02-11

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: All the hospital staff are called to help in an emergency operation.

  • Poster for Rituals - Part 1

    Rituals - Part 1 (Episode 81)

    Air date: 1984-08-11

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terence and Matron Sloan enjoy a peaceful evening together at Terence's Vineyard.

  • Poster for Rituals - Part 2

    Rituals - Part 2 (Episode 82)

    Air date: 1984-09-11

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Judy Loveday gets a surprise when an unexpected visitor arrives on her doorstep.

  • Poster for All In The Line Of Duty - Part 1

    All In The Line Of Duty - Part 1 (Episode 83)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Bob tries to make amends with Matron Sloan but all to no avail.

  • Poster for All In The Line Of Duty - Part 2

    All In The Line Of Duty - Part 2 (Episode 84)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Esme Watson tries to convince the town that they are in extreme danger, but no one will believe her.

  • Poster for Misconceptions - Part 1

    Misconceptions - Part 1 (Episode 85)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Vicky decides that it's the right time to start a family, much to Simon's delight.

  • Poster for Misconceptions - Part 2

    Misconceptions - Part 2 (Episode 86)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Matron Sloan meets her match when she arranges a social game of cards.

  • Poster for Eighty In The Shade - Part 1

    Eighty In The Shade - Part 1 (Episode 87)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Brendan gets permission to take the senior citizens from the hospital on an outing with hilarious results.

  • Poster for Eighty In The Shade - Part 2

    Eighty In The Shade - Part 2 (Episode 88)

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Brendan and Judy try to keep a secret from Matron Sloan but she finds out quite by accident.

  • Poster for Small Comfort - Part 1

    Small Comfort - Part 1 (Episode 89)

    Air date: 1984-07-12

    Runtime: 48 min

    Overview: Brendan gets an offer to continue his work with fund raising.

  • Poster for Small Comfort - Part 2

    Small Comfort - Part 2 (Episode 90)

    Air date: 1984-08-12

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Some of the locals disagree with the methods that are used to raise funds for charity.

A Country Practice

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