and life-changing decisions that could permanently alter the town’s future. From Leah’s painful journey toward justice for Theo to a surprise blast from the past that threatens

a new romance, and a career opportunity that could tear two hearts apart, the week of January 19 to 23 delivers wall-to-wall drama with lasting consequences.

Here’s a full professional breakdown of the 13 biggest moments that will define the week ahead.

1. Justin’s Fear Grows as Leah Drifts Further Away

Justin becomes increasingly alarmed as the emotional distance between him and Leah widens. Still drowning in grief, Leah feels misunderstood by almost everyone around her — except Sonny, who offers her a nonjudgmental shoulder to lean on. Alf gently suggests to Justin that Leah may be seeking someone “safe” who isn’t family to unload her pain.

But Justin’s concern escalates into real fear when Leah accidentally refers to Sonny as Theo. It’s a heartbreaking slip that confirms what Justin has been quietly dreading: Leah may be stuck in denial, unable to fully accept her nephew’s death.

2. Remy Shuts Eden Out — and the Rift Deepens

At the recording studio, Remy and Sonny meet with their newest signing, Eddie, leaving Eden feeling excluded and sidelined. Cash advises Remy to involve Eden, but Remy bluntly shuts the idea down, insisting this is his label and his call.

When Eden ignores the warning and crashes the meeting anyway, Remy finally snaps. In a tense confrontation, he makes it painfully clear she has no place in his business decisions. The fallout leaves Eden wounded — and the band’s future looking increasingly fractured.

3. Jo Keeps a Dangerous Secret From Her Father

Jo meets her father David for lunch but still can’t bring herself to tell him about her relationship with Tane. Later, when she plans a date with Tane, it almost falls apart after Harper leaves Archie in Tane’s care at the last minute.

Determined not to cancel again, Tane ropes Cash into babysitting so he can keep his promise. What seems like a small romantic victory, however, is about to unravel spectacularly.

4. Sonny Makes a Promise to Justin — and Takes on a Heavy Responsibility

Justin confronts Sonny about Leah’s emotional fragility and her alarming slip with Theo’s name. The revelation rattles Sonny, who later discusses it with Remy and realizes Justin is struggling just as deeply as Leah.

Although Sonny refuses to abandon Leah when she needs support most, he promises Justin he’ll speak up if he sees anything concerning. It’s a vow that puts Sonny squarely in the middle of an already volatile situation.

5. Jo’s Past Collides With Her Present

Eddie unexpectedly recognizes David in the Bay, revealing a shared past. Over coffee, David opens up about his late wife’s fatal car crash and Jo’s struggles adjusting to life in a new town.

Moments later, Eddie follows David home — and stuns Jo and Lacy with his sudden appearance. The shock on Jo’s face says everything: Eddie isn’t just an old acquaintance. He’s her ex.

6. Jo Pulls Away From Tane as Old Feelings Resurface

Jo abruptly cancels her date with Tane to spend time with Eddie. When Tane witnesses an intimate moment between the former couple, the truth quickly comes out — Jo and Eddie once shared a serious relationship.

Overwhelmed and conflicted, Jo asks Tane for space, unsure what her heart is trying to tell her. Tane is left blindsided, questioning whether he was ever truly given a fair chance.

7. Mackenzie Pushes for IVF — and Hits a Wall

After Levi avoids prison with a 12-month behavior bond for assaulting a patient, relief floods his family. But Levi knows his troubles aren’t over — the hospital board is still looming.

When Mackenzie suggests restarting IVF, Levi shuts the idea down instantly, leaving her deeply hurt. Confiding in Tane, Mac is accused of using IVF as a distraction instead of confronting the cracks in her marriage.

8. Levi and Mac Finally Face the Truth

Levi and Mackenzie have a brutally honest conversation, admitting they’ve been avoiding their real issues. Mac concedes she isn’t ready for IVF, leaving Levi terrified that she may not want a family with him at all.

Eventually, the couple reconnects, agreeing to focus on healing their relationship first — a fragile truce that could either save them or delay the inevitable.

9. Lacy Demands Justice for Theo

As Wendell’s sentencing approaches, Leah struggles with whether she can deliver a victim impact statement. Lacy, however, refuses to stay silent. She insists the court needs to hear the truth about what Wendell did — and what Theo lost.

She urges Leah to stand beside her, reminding her that she can be Theo’s voice now that he no longer has one.

10. Sonny Helps Leah Find the Strength to Try Again

Leah watches Lacy’s powerful statement but finds herself unable to speak. Overwhelmed, she returns home to Justin and Sonny’s unwavering support.

When Justin leaves for grief counseling the next morning, Sonny’s quiet encouragement gives Leah the courage to try again — a pivotal moment in her journey toward healing.

11. Leah Finally Faces the Truth

Summoning every ounce of strength she has left, Leah delivers her own victim impact statement. In a moving breakthrough, she finally accepts that Lacy was never to blame — Wendell alone is responsible for Theo’s death.

Afterward, Justin and Sonny remind her how proud Theo would be. It’s a moment of light after weeks of darkness.

12. Bree Receives a Life-Changing Opportunity

Celebrations erupt when the medical board approves Bree’s request to provide personal alarms for staff. Dana publicly thanks her for protecting the hospital.

But the joy is bittersweet when Bree reveals she’s been contacted by Doctors Without Borders, asking her to reapply for a role overseas — an opportunity that could take her far from Summer Bay.

13. Remy Puts His Heart on the Line

Bree admits nothing is holding her back anymore — except Remy. Devastated by the possibility of losing her, Remy confesses he’s always hoped they’d find their way back to each other.

In an emotional plea, he begs Bree to stay. Her decision could change both their lives forever.