that pushes a young mother to the brink, to heartbreaking goodbyes, romantic triangles, and unresolved grief resurfacing in devastating ways, the episodes airing

from January 26–30 promise wall-to-wall drama that will leave viewers reeling. Relationships are tested, loyalties are questioned, and several characters

are forced to make life-altering decisions that could permanently change the fabric of the Bay. Here’s a full breakdown of the 13 major twists set to dominate next week — and why none of the residents are prepared for what’s coming.

1. Bri Shatters Remy’s World With a Single Decision

Remy’s heart is quietly torn apart when Bri reveals she’s leaving Summer Bay to pursue a humanitarian career with Doctors Without Borders. While her decision is brave and selfless, it leaves Remy blindsided. Determined not to show his pain, he masks his devastation with forced positivity, throwing himself into work and pretending he’s fine. But his heartbreak simmers just beneath the surface — and it’s only a matter of time before it spills out in damaging ways.

2. Old Flames Reignite Between Joe and Eddie

As Eddie settles back into town, nostalgia takes hold — especially when he reconnects with Joe. Their easy banter and shared history quickly spark something deeper, and it becomes clear that unresolved feelings still linger. When Joe admits to Lacy that the spark is very much alive, she doesn’t hesitate to accept Eddie’s invitation to his gig, setting the stage for a romantic complication that could upend multiple relationships.

3. Leah and Lacy Finally Call a Truce

After months of tension and misplaced blame following Theo’s death, Leah offers Lacy a heartfelt apology. It’s a long-overdue moment of accountability — and one that allows both women to finally lower their defenses. The truce brings relief to David, who sees his loved ones slowly beginning to heal. Encouraged by Justin, David also confronts his own trauma through a victim impact statement, taking a crucial step toward closure.

4. Remy’s Pain Turns Cruel — and Eden Pays the Price

When Eddie’s gig is unexpectedly shut down, Eden tries to support Remy through the loss of Bri. But Remy, drowning in unresolved grief, lashes out with cutting words that leave Eden deeply wounded. His cruel dismissal makes her question her worth — not just as a partner, but as an individual. The emotional fallout doesn’t stop there, as Eden’s attempt to confide in Cash only creates further misunderstanding between them.

5. A Love Triangle Forms as Tane Competes With Eddie

Tane’s feelings for Joe are exposed when Eddie notices a charged exchange between them. Joe attempts to downplay the situation with a lie, but the truth quickly surfaces. Tane fears he’s already lost her — yet Mac urges him not to give up without a fight. What follows is a tense emotional standoff as Joe finds herself caught between familiarity and possibility.

6. Mac and Levi Escape the Bay — But Trouble Lingers

Mac and Levi’s relationship appears stronger than ever as they reaffirm their decision to pause IVF and focus on each other. Levi’s thoughtful commission of a custom surfboard for Mac symbolizes hope and renewal. But constant interruptions push the couple to breaking point, prompting them to leave town for a retreat. While their getaway promises reconnection, their absence may come at a critical moment back in Summer Bay.

7. Tane Kidnaps Archie — and Everything Changes

The week’s most shocking twist unfolds when Harper returns home to find her son Archie gone. Tane, fueled by fear over Harper’s drug-addicted mother, makes the reckless decision to take Archie without warning. Harper’s panic is immediate and overwhelming — and the question of where Tane has taken their child sends shockwaves through the Bay.

8. Eden and Cash Find Their Way Back to Each Other

After days of emotional distance, Eden and Cash are forced to confront the cracks in their marriage. Advice from Levi and Jon helps them see the situation from new perspectives — Eden needs purpose beyond her relationship, and Cash needs to stop seeing himself as the problem. Their reunion is tender but cautious, as Eden begins to consider what the next chapter of her life might look like.

9. Leah Fears She’s Lost Sunny Forever

Leah’s attempt to thank Sunny with a dinner invitation backfires when Dana declines on his behalf. Haunted by guilt, Leah worries she’s crossed a line and damaged their friendship. Her apology only deepens the awkwardness, leaving Leah isolated and uncertain — a painful reminder that grief doesn’t always bring people closer together.

10. Harper Threatens Tane With the Police

When Tane fails to return Archie the next morning, Harper’s fear escalates into desperation. Dana reminds her that Tane already has a suspended sentence for kidnapping, raising the stakes even higher. Harper leaves a furious voicemail, making it clear: if Archie isn’t returned by the end of the day, she’s going to the police.

11. A Custody Battle Becomes Inevitable

Tane eventually returns with Archie, insisting he only wanted advice on protecting his son. But the damage is done. Harper is reunited with her child — yet the trust between her and Tane is shattered. Unable to live with the uncertainty, Harper makes a decisive move to formalize custody arrangements, marking a turning point that could permanently redefine their family dynamic.

12. Leah’s Grief Pulls Her Back Into the Past

Overwhelmed by loss, Leah visits Sunny’s home and finds herself standing in Theo’s old bedroom — a moment that proves too much for Dana to bear. Asked to leave, Leah turns to Justin for comfort. Together, they visit Theo’s grave, hoping the shared moment will bring peace. But grief doesn’t follow a straight path, and healing may still be out of reach.

13. Molly Faces a Crushing Crisis of Confidence

Molly’s creative block spirals into self-doubt as he struggles with Levi’s surfboard commission. Despite encouragement from Alf and Dana, the pressure becomes unbearable. After a sleepless night with no progress, Molly admits defeat — deciding to tell Levi he can’t complete the project. It’s a devastating blow to his confidence, raising questions about his future and self-belief.

A Week That Will Change Summer Bay Forever

With emotions running high and trust hanging by a thread, the week ahead on Home and Away delivers relentless drama that reshapes relationships and forces difficult truths into the open. From Harper’s nightmare ordeal to Remy’s emotional collapse and Leah’s unresolved grief, no character escapes unscathed.

One thing is certain: when this week ends, Summer Bay will never look the same again.