A Country Practice (Season 6)

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 Friends for Life - Part 1

    Friends for Life - Part 1 (Episode 1)

    Air date: 1986-01-07

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Kelly and Cookie think up a fund-raising idea for the club and decide on a darts competition.

  • Poster for Friends for Life - Part 2

    Friends for Life - Part 2 (Episode 2)

    Air date: 1986-01-08

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Matron Sloane and Shirley are set to challenge each other at the darts competition.

  • Poster for Illusions - Part 1

    Illusions - Part 1 (Episode 3)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terence gets a surprise when his son arrives earlier than expected.

  • Poster for Illusions - Part 2

    Illusions - Part 2 (Episode 4)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Simon is worried that Shirley may be getting too involved with other people's problems.

  • Poster for The Luck Of The Game - Part 1

    The Luck Of The Game - Part 1 (Episode 5)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Terence has the Valley wondering why he's making frequent visits to Burrigan.

  • Poster for The Luck Of The Game - Part 2

    The Luck Of The Game - Part 2 (Episode 6)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Kelly arranges for a journalist friend from Sydney to visit Wandin Valley to write a review on the club.

  • Poster for The Time Of Your Life - Part 1

    The Time Of Your Life - Part 1 (Episode 7)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: The Matron has hospital staff and friends worried when she becomes forgetful and doesn't turn up for work. Judy tries to arrange a romantic dinner with Ben Green.Terence worries about C.K's attitude.

  • Poster for The Time Of Your Life - Part 2

    The Time Of Your Life - Part 2 (Episode 8)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terence takes C.K on a camping trip. Meanwhile, Maggie Sloane has a hard time coming to grips with the changes in her life.

  • Poster for Good Mates - Part 1

    Good Mates - Part 1 (Episode 9)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Brendan arranges an evening out with Simon and everyone worries when the pair are late getting back. Kelly is surprised to hear that Judy Loveday believes she and Ben are going out together.

  • Poster for Good Mates - Part 2

    Good Mates - Part 2 (Episode 10)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Simon begins to wonder if he'll be missed by the locals when he leaves to join Vicky and the twins. Simon's friends gather to farewell him.

  • Poster for Out Of The Blue - Part 1

    Out Of The Blue - Part 1 (Episode 11)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Kelly is shocked when her old boyfriend arrives back on the scene. Frank is suspicious when he sees Shirley with another man and Bob and Cookie invent a mechanical scarecrow.

  • Poster for Out Of The Blue - Part 2

    Out Of The Blue - Part 2 (Episode 12)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: A young girl's promising future is shattered after further tests prove she has a brain disorder.

  • Poster for The Will To Win - Part 1

    The Will To Win - Part 1 (Episode 13)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Kelly is assigned to look after the animals when Ben is admitted to hospital with chicken pox.

  • Poster for The Will To Win - Part 2

    The Will To Win - Part 2 (Episode 14)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Bob and Cookie are desperately trying to gather votes to be elected on the Rotex Committee.

  • Poster for Fighting Back - Part 1

    Fighting Back - Part 1 (Episode 15)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Tension between Bob and Cookie gets to boiling point when Cookie moves out of Bob's house.

  • Poster for Fighting Back - Part 2

    Fighting Back - Part 2 (Episode 16)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Kelly is thrilled when she receives an order for 50 litres of home-made ice cream. Cookie is furious when Bob runs into Esme in the taxi and refuses to pay for damages.

  • Poster for Calm Before The Storm - Part 1

    Calm Before The Storm - Part 1 (Episode 17)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Cookie seems like he's on the verge of having a nervous breakdown.

  • Poster for Calm Before The Storm - Part 2

    Calm Before The Storm - Part 2 (Episode 18)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Cookie has a horrific car accident and the hospital staff fight to save his life.

  • Poster for Sink Or Swim - Part 1

    Sink Or Swim - Part 1 (Episode 19)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Bob thinks of a fund-raising idea to help Cookie with his money problems.

  • Poster for Sink Or Swim - Part 2

    Sink Or Swim - Part 2 (Episode 20)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: It's Wandin Valley versus Burrigan in the dance competition, with Frank and Shirley desperate to win.

  • Poster for Covering Up - Part 1

    Covering Up - Part 1 (Episode 21)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Shirley has a nervous first night on Help Line when the caller is a ten year old boy afraid of being left alone.

  • Poster for Covering Up - Part 2

    Covering Up - Part 2 (Episode 22)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Ben and Kelly are a bit worried that their new loo is going to look a bit outrageous.

  • Poster for A Matter Of Conscience - Part 1

    A Matter Of Conscience - Part 1 (Episode 23)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Mr Muldoon tries to blackmail Kelly into a partnership with her ice-cream business.

  • Poster for A Matter Of Conscience - Part 2

    A Matter Of Conscience - Part 2 (Episode 24)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: A young man has to make a decision on whether he lets someone he loves, live or die.

  • Poster for Barriers - Part 1

    Barriers - Part 1 (Episode 25)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Kelly writes a light hearted article about the residents of Wandin Valley.

  • Poster for Barriers - Part 2

    Barriers - Part 2 (Episode 26)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Brendan is upset when he hears that Sarah Anderson is leaving the valley to take on a full time teaching position elsewhere.

  • Poster for One For The Road _ Part 1

    One For The Road _ Part 1 (Episode 27)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Judy is put in an embarrassing situation when she forgets the combination of the hospital safe.

  • Poster for One For The Road - Part 2

    One For The Road - Part 2 (Episode 28)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Kelly's negative article on Dr. Wood causes him to resign and leaves Kelly very unpopular amongst the locals.

  • Poster for Track Record - Part 1

    Track Record - Part 1 (Episode 29)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Judy advertises for a new flatmate and finds Mr. Perfect.

  • Poster for Track Record - Part 2

    Track Record - Part 2 (Episode 30)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Cookie relies on Esme's dreams for a winner in the Burrigan Cup.

  • Poster for Race, Greed And Colour - Part 1

    Race, Greed And Colour - Part 1 (Episode 31)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: When a horse trainer is suspended for drugging her race horse, Kelly sets out to prove her innocence.

  • Poster for Race, Greed And Colour - Part 2

    Race, Greed And Colour - Part 2 (Episode 32)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Kelly is warned by Austin Matthews to stay out of his affairs, or she could end up in serious trouble.

  • Poster for The Glue Factory - Part 1

    The Glue Factory - Part 1 (Episode 33)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Jo gets a job with Bob Hatfield so she can help Judy save some money for the house she wants to buy.

  • Poster for The Glue Factory - Part 2

    The Glue Factory - Part 2 (Episode 34)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Kelly uncovers some interesting facts on the boarding house.

  • Poster for Fighting Chance - Part 1

    Fighting Chance - Part 1 (Episode 35)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terence is thrilled when he finally finds a doctor to replace Simon.

  • Poster for Fighting Chance - Part 2

    Fighting Chance - Part 2 (Episode 36)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Jo Loveday makes a decision to stay in Wandin Valley.

  • Poster for In Love And War - Part 1

    In Love And War - Part 1 (Episode 37)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Ben is confused by all the attention he's getting from the single women in the valley.

  • Poster for In Love And War - Part 2

    In Love And War - Part 2 (Episode 38)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Frank shoots a man to protect a mother and her children.

  • Poster for Duty Bound - Part 1

    Duty Bound - Part 1 (Episode 39)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Shirley is concerned when Frank refuses to discuss the shooting.

  • Poster for Duty Bound - Part 2

    Duty Bound - Part 2 (Episode 40)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Frank is unsure of his future in the force when there is an inquiry into the shooting.

  • Poster for Black Sheep - Part 1

    Black Sheep - Part 1 (Episode 41)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Shirley asks Terence for advice when her relationship with Frank worsens.

  • Poster for Black Sheep - Part 2

    Black Sheep - Part 2 (Episode 42)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Frank gets a visit from the police psychologist when he admits he needs help.

  • Poster for Fire - Part 1

    Fire - Part 1 (Episode 43)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Bob is angry when no-one wants to be a volunteer fire fighter.

  • Poster for Fire - Part 2

    Fire - Part 2 (Episode 44)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: A fire threatens to sweep through Wandin Valley.

  • Poster for From The Ashes - Part 1

    From The Ashes - Part 1 (Episode 45)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Ben and Jo care for the animals that were injured in the fire.

  • Poster for From The Ashes - Part 2

    From The Ashes - Part 2 (Episode 46)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: The valley regulars put on a Benefit Concert for the fire victims.

  • Poster for Unsung Lullaby - Part 1

    Unsung Lullaby - Part 1 (Episode 47)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Shirley and Frank have an unexpected visit form Vicky and the twins.

  • Poster for Unsung Lullaby - Part 2

    Unsung Lullaby - Part 2 (Episode 48)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Jealousy raises its ugly head when Jo Loveday vies for Peter Manning's affection. Vicky is put in a terrifying situation when Charlotte is abducted by a distressed young woman.

  • Poster for The Deep End - Part 1

    The Deep End - Part 1 (Episode 49)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Peter Manning's sister tries for the nursing position at the hospital. Alex impresses hospital staff when she performs her first operation. Judy and Daley enter a television dating show.

  • Poster for The Deep End - Part 2

    The Deep End - Part 2 (Episode 50)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Secrecy surrounds Bob and Terrence's entry for the bath-tub derby.

  • Poster for Play The Game - Part 1

    Play The Game - Part 1 (Episode 51)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Judy tries to impress her partner on the Gold Coast but makes a mess of things.

  • Poster for Play The Game - Part 2

    Play The Game - Part 2 (Episode 52)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Judy returns from the Gold Coast with thoughts of travelling overseas.

  • Poster for Caterpillars And Butterflies - Part 1

    Caterpillars And Butterflies - Part 1 (Episode 53)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Ben agrees to go to a rock concert with Donna but mysterious things happen along the way.

  • Poster for Caterpillars And Butterflies - Part 2

    Caterpillars And Butterflies - Part 2 (Episode 54)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Joe convinces Judy that she should travel and see the world.

  • Poster for Listen To The Children - Part 1

    Listen To The Children - Part 1 (Episode 55)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Shirley organises a petition against the impending army base in Wandin Valley.

  • Poster for Listen To The Children - Part 2

    Listen To The Children - Part 2 (Episode 56)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: The Prime Minister makes a special appearance at a rock concert to show his support to the kids of Burrigan High on their stand against nuclear bases in the valley.

  • Poster for Ghosts - Part 1

    Ghosts - Part 1 (Episode 57)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Jo feels that Frank is becoming over protective when he questions her every move.

  • Poster for Ghosts - Part 2

    Ghosts - Part 2 (Episode 58)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Alex gets scared when her furniture appears to move and she hears strange noises in the house.

  • Poster for Let The Sun Shine In - Part 1

    Let The Sun Shine In - Part 1 (Episode 59)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Jo Loveday gets her wires crossed and tells everyone that Shirley is pregnant. Terence goes on a fishing weekend and finds an abused little girl who lives in the bush.

  • Poster for Let The Sun Shine In - Part 2

    Let The Sun Shine In - Part 2 (Episode 60)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Friends caution Terence on his involvement with Bethany and suggest she should be placed in an institution rather than under his care.

  • Poster for Let The Sun Shine In - Part 3

    Let The Sun Shine In - Part 3 (Episode 61)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Terence sees C.K. while in Sydney with Bethany, but the relationship becomes very strained.

  • Poster for Let The Sun Shine In - Part 4

    Let The Sun Shine In - Part 4 (Episode 62)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Alex agrees to have a house warming party under the proviso that Donna organises it.

  • Poster for Let The Sun Shine In - Part 5

    Let The Sun Shine In - Part 5 (Episode 63)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terrence is in the firing line when town gossip questions his motives toward Bethany.

  • Poster for Let The Sun Shine In - Part 6

    Let The Sun Shine In - Part 6 (Episode 64)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terence comes to terms with losing Bethany by turning to liquor.

  • Poster for Past Imperfect - Part 1

    Past Imperfect - Part 1 (Episode 65)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Donna sets out to save the town hall when she hears that the council is going to build a shopping centre.

  • Poster for Past Imperfect - Part 2

    Past Imperfect - Part 2 (Episode 66)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Alex puts her medical opinions aside when an old man explains why he should be left alone with his suffering.

  • Poster for Day After Day - Part 1

    Day After Day - Part 1 (Episode 67)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Jo Loveday interviews the patients in the Muldoon Wing for a school movie project.

  • Poster for Day After Day - Part 2

    Day After Day - Part 2 (Episode 68)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Peter gets quite a surprise when Alex takes him on a date. Donna conspires with the Muldoon patients to keep a secret from Matron Sloan.

  • Poster for Trouble Spots - Part 1

    Trouble Spots - Part 1 (Episode 69)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Alex Fraser embarrasses Peter when she uses him as a medical guinea pig for nurses' training.

  • Poster for Trouble Spots - Part 2

    Trouble Spots - Part 2 (Episode 70)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: A young boy who feels he's an outcast from his school mates tries to kill himself.

  • Poster for It Ain't Catching, Is It? - Part 1

    It Ain't Catching, Is It? - Part 1 (Episode 71)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: A shy man with facial deformities is admitted to hospital for observation.

  • Poster for It Ain't Catching, Is It? - Part 2

    It Ain't Catching, Is It? - Part 2 (Episode 72)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terrence worries that Alex is forgetting one of his patients feelings when she asks to do further studies on his condition.

  • Poster for Price You Pay - Part 1

    Price You Pay - Part 1 (Episode 73)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Shirley refuses to move back home and accepts an offer to live with Matron Sloan.

  • Poster for Price You Pay - Part 2

    Price You Pay - Part 2 (Episode 74)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Practical realities of using a surrogate mother cause nightmares for the people involved.

  • Poster for A Question Of Attitude - Part 1

    A Question Of Attitude - Part 1 (Episode 75)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Terence is lost for words when his ex-wife and son arrive at the clinic without warning.

  • Poster for A Question Of Attitude - Part 2

    A Question Of Attitude - Part 2 (Episode 76)

    Air date: 1987-10-15

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: C.K. tries devious means to bring Terence and Rowena together.

  • Poster for The Things You Learn - Part 1

    The Things You Learn - Part 1 (Episode 77)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: When Rowena declares she is broke C.K. decides to quit school and join the workforce.

  • Poster for The Things You Learn - Part 2

    The Things You Learn - Part 2 (Episode 78)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Terence causes an argument with Rowena when he blames her for C.K. wanting to leave school.

  • Poster for Playing House - Part 1

    Playing House - Part 1 (Episode 79)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Alex worries about a young couple's ability to cope with parenthood.

  • Poster for Playing House - Part 2

    Playing House - Part 2 (Episode 80)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: The strain of nursing a new born baby takes its toll on a young mother.

  • Poster for Early Stages - Part 1

    Early Stages - Part 1 (Episode 81)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Esme is excited at the prospect of meeting an old friend when she suspects he's going to propose marriage.

  • Poster for Early Stages - Part 2

    Early Stages - Part 2 (Episode 82)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: The Wandin Valley residents put on a hilarious performance of "Midsummers Night Dream" as you've never seen them before.

  • Poster for Growing Pains - Part 1

    Growing Pains - Part 1 (Episode 83)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: A woman who lives for her daughter's success pays the price when she is admitted to hospital suffering from exhaustion and malnutrition.

  • Poster for Growing Pains - Part 2

    Growing Pains - Part 2 (Episode 84)

    Runtime: 46 min

    Overview: Donna and Ben's curiosity gets the better of them when a mysterious parcel arrives for Peter.

  • Poster for Out Of Proportion - Part 1

    Out Of Proportion - Part 1 (Episode 85)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: A student teacher, conscious of her size, becomes the recipient of some cruel jokes by Peter Manning's pupils.

  • Poster for Out Of Proportion - Part 2

    Out Of Proportion - Part 2 (Episode 86)

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Burrigan High prepare for a school debate against their arch rivals at Foxwood.

  • Poster for Hidden Extras - Part 1

    Hidden Extras - Part 1 (Episode 87)

    Air date: 1986-12-30

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: A young married couple move into a house on a new estate and Bob becomes very ill after doing some work at their house.

  • Poster for Hidden Extras - Part 2

    Hidden Extras - Part 2 (Episode 88)

    Air date: 1986-12-31

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: There is tension between Alex and Matron Sloan as they try to work out Bob's illness with Terence away.

A Country Practice

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