Home and Away makes its much-anticipated return to UK screens tonight (January 3) after a dramatic seven-week hiatus. Fans can finally catch up with the residents of Summer Bay as the beloved Aussie soap picks up from where it left off in November, ending with a shocking cliffhanger.

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Although Home and Away won’t officially return to Channel 5 until Monday, January 6, eager viewers can get an early start on 5STAR. The first-look episode airs tonight at 6:30 pm, offering fans the chance to stay ahead of the Channel 5 schedule. Before that, at 6:00 pm, 5STAR will re-air the gripping last episode to refresh audiences on the drama left unresolved.

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When we last visited Summer Bay, Perri Hayes faced a horrifying confrontation with his abusive father, Carl. Determined to break free from his father’s criminal influence, Perri refused to continue carrying out Carl’s dirty work. Enraged, Carl attacked Perri, shoving his head into the Paratas’ backyard pool in a chilling moment. Later, Tane Parata returned home to find Carl’s lifeless body floating in the pool. Perri, shaken and defiant, admitted to killing his father in self-defense, leaving the Parata family reeling from the tragedy.

Meanwhile, Justin Morgan found himself trapped at a remote cabin with Claudia Salini after rejecting her unwanted advances. Claudia, furious, threw Justin’s car keys into the bush, preventing him from returning home to celebrate his engagement anniversary with Leah Patterson.

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Elsewhere, Bree Cameron’s denial about her personal struggles nearly resulted in a catastrophe at the hospital, putting Alf Stewart’s life in jeopardy.

As Home and Away resumes, fans can expect intense drama, shocking revelations, and unforgettable twists. Whether you tune in on 5STAR tonight or wait for Monday’s Channel 5 broadcast, the residents of Summer Bay are ready to bring the drama back into your evenings.