A Country Practice – Season 4
Episodes
Part Of The Family - Part 1
An eight year-old Downs Syndrome boy is slowly welcomed into the community.
Part Of The Family - Part 2
Muldoon becomes a victim of his own shortcuts when the hospital wall under construction collapses on him.
A Second Chance - Part 1
When Gabe's mother arrives in the valley, Frank's fears are confirmed.
A Second Chance - Part 2
Miles Scholfield has chosen secluded Wandin Valley as the location for the birth of his writing career.
It's So Easy - Part 1
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.
It's So Easy - Part 2
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.
Partners - Part 1
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.
Partners - Part 2
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.
Once Upon A Time - Part 1
Emily White, Wandin Valley's oldest citizen, is admitted to hospital.
Once Upon A Time - Part 2
The story of Wandin Valley's eldest citizen is re-lived when Molly organises a vivid re-enactment.
When The Bough Breaks - Part 1
Molly's over-enthusiasm to have everything right for her new baby causes complications.
When The Bough Breaks - Part 2
Molly and Brendan have to face the first major crisis of their lives together.
A Sense Of Loss - Part 1
Molly and Brendan's friends try to help them sort out their problems.
A Sense Of Loss - Part 2
Simon cannot understand Vicky's behaviour toward her close friend Molly.
On The Sheep's Back - Part 1
Simon is offered a job he has always wanted in the city and he and Vicky have to make a decision.
On The Sheep's Back - Part 2
A young visitor to Wandin Valley takes great interest in Molly and is surprised and disappointed to find out that she is married.
The Last Laugh - Part 1
Molly finally looks like making a success of her farm, but she worries that disease might threaten her potato crop.
The Last Laugh - Part 2
Terence is shocked at how a money-making venture is more important than a human life.
Elementary Miss Watson - Part 1
Esme starts meddling in other people's affairs, only to find herself in trouble with Frank Gilroy.
Elementary Miss Watson - Part 2
Esme persuades Cookie to help her in her private investigations and they make a shocking discovery.
The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 1
Judy Loveday thinks that the hospital's new nursing assistant is not all she appears to be.
The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 2
Terence takes an interest in the new nurse's assistant and finds out why she is behaving so mysteriously.
Moment Of Truth - Part 1
Vicky shows all the signs of being pregnant and Simon is very excited.
Moment Of Truth - Part 2
Judy Loveday's behaviour towards Tania Menzel takes a surprising turn.
A Touch Of Class - Part 1
Frank is unhappy about the demands being made on him by the locals.
A Touch Of Class - Part 2
The locals finally come to Frank's aid much to his relief.
Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 1
Vicky and Simon make preparations for Simon's mother's arrival.
Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 2
Brendan has doubts about the girl that Judy recommended to fill the vacant position at the hospital.
A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 1
Molly gets a surprise present for Brendan's birthday.
A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 2
Brendan gets more of a surprise than Molly bargained for.
Invasion Of Privacy - Part 1
Shirley is concerned that Simon seems to prefer working to going home.
Invasion Of Privacy - Part 2
An argument between Vicky and Simon prompts Vicky to seek help from Shirley.
Tug Of War - Part 1
An insecure girl focuses her attention on Simon, but Simon has trouble working out why.
Tug Of War - Part 2
Shirley's strange behaviour has everybody wondering what happened to her while she was away.
Second Opinion - Part 1
Esme must prepare herself for an operation.
Second Opinion - Part 2
Simon finds himself applying his medical expertise to Vicky's patients.
Hot & Cold - Part 1
Vicky finds she has to face the consequences when an article she wrote appears in the Burrigan Examiner.
Hot & Cold - Part 2
Terence finds himself advising friends on a medical situation and Simon feels neglected when Fatso ignores him.
Breathing Space - Part 1
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.
Breathing Space - Part 2
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.
An Axe To Grind - Part 1
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'.
An Axe To Grind - Part 2
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.
Repairing The Damage - Part 1
Shirley's concern for Frank causes her to seek help from Terence. Brendan and Simon try their hand at home plumbing.
Repairing The Damage - Part 2
Judy Loveday takes great delight in teasing Simon and Brendan.
Good Intentions - Part 1
A young girl's dream to raise her child in a stable environment is shattered when she finds herself deserted.
Good Intentions - Part 2
Matron Sloan finds she has to face the consequences when she fights for what she believes is right.
So Close Yet So Far Away - Part 1
Brendan can look forward to a long awaited reunion with his parents when they decide to visit.
So Close Yet So Far Away - Part 2
Brendan is rather concerned when he hears how his father shows little responsibility when taking care of Chloe.
Splitting The Difference - Part 1
A friend from Vicky's past seeks medical expertise from Simon.
Splitting The Difference - Part 2
Matron Sloan has problems dealing with one of the hospital board members.
Friday The 13th - Part 1
Judy Loveday plays a practical joke on Dr. Elliott on Friday, the 13th.
Friday The 13th - Part 2
Terence and Frank have their work cut out for them when they try to trace an anonymous suicide call.
The Last Picture Show - Part 1
Simon decides that it's high time Hamlet had some serious training.
The Last Picture Show - Part 2
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.
I'll Drink To That - Part 1
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.
I'll Drink To That - Part 2
Bob is angry over an articleMolly wrote for the newspaper. Vicky and Simon's dinner party isn't very practical.
The Hidden Trap - Part 1
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.
The Hidden Trap - Part 2
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.
Close To The Bone - Part 1
Terence tries to explain to a girl the damage of what she is doing to herself when she refuses to eat.
Close To The Bone - Part 2
Simon's birthday party gets underway at the Club but the guest of honour seems to be missing.
Leader Of The Pack - Part 1
The clinic and hospital get broken into, and Frank wonders if the recent arrival of the bikies has anything to do with it.
Leader Of The Pack - Part 2
When Molly sees that the council are planning to build a factory she sets about trying to prevent it.
Digging Up Dirt - Part 1
Vicky has reservations about the new house Simon has found for them.
Digging Up Dirt - Part 2
Terence is forced to operate in dangerous conditions in order to save a man's life.
Man's Best Friend - Part 1
Simon and Vicky move in with Frank and Shirley.
Man's Best Friend - Part 2
Vicky and Simon find that it's not as easy as they thought living with Frank and Shirley.
Taken For A Ride - Part 1
Molly tries to help Simon at the clinic but he finds her more of a hindrance.
Taken For A Ride - Part 2
An accident at the timber yard leads to further investigation by Terence.
A Fair Hearing - Part 1
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?
A Fair Hearing - Part 2
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.
Upstaged - Part 1
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.
Upstaged - Part 2
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.
Ships That Pass - Part 1
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.
Ships That Pass - Part 2
Cookie takes liberties with the truth to develop a ship-board romance. Simon and Brendan become involved in a stow-away.
The Harder They Fall - Part 1
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.
The Harder They Fall - Part 2
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.
Something Out There - Part 1
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.
Something Out There - Part 2
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.
Out Of Bounds - Part 1
Esme finds herself in an unfortunate position and has to face the consequences.
Out Of Bounds - Part 2
All the hospital staff are called to help in an emergency operation.
Rituals - Part 1
Terence and Matron Sloan enjoy a peaceful evening together at Terence's Vineyard.
Rituals - Part 2
Judy Loveday gets a surprise when an unexpected visitor arrives on her doorstep.
All In The Line Of Duty - Part 1
Bob tries to make amends with Matron Sloan but all to no avail.
All In The Line Of Duty - Part 2
Esme Watson tries to convince the town that they are in extreme danger, but no one will believe her.
Misconceptions - Part 1
Vicky decides that it's the right time to start a family, much to Simon's delight.
Misconceptions - Part 2
Matron Sloan meets her match when she arranges a social game of cards.
Eighty In The Shade - Part 1
Brendan gets permission to take the senior citizens from the hospital on an outing with hilarious results.
Eighty In The Shade - Part 2
Brendan and Judy try to keep a secret from Matron Sloan but she finds out quite by accident.
Small Comfort - Part 1
Brendan gets an offer to continue his work with fund raising.
Small Comfort - Part 2
Some of the locals disagree with the methods that are used to raise funds for charity.