Season 4 of A Country Practice premiered on January 31, 1984.

Where to Watch A Country Practice • Season 4

90 Episodes

  • Part Of The Family - Part 1
    E1
    Part Of The Family - Part 1An eight year-old Downs Syndrome boy is slowly welcomed into the community.
  • Part Of The Family - Part 2
    E2
    Part Of The Family - Part 2Muldoon becomes a victim of his own shortcuts when the hospital wall under construction collapses on him.
  • A Second Chance - Part 1
    E3
    A Second Chance - Part 1When Gabe's mother arrives in the valley, Frank's fears are confirmed.
  • A Second Chance - Part 2
    E4
    A Second Chance - Part 2Miles Scholfield has chosen secluded Wandin Valley as the location for the birth of his writing career.
  • It's So Easy - Part 1
    E5
    It's So Easy - Part 1A 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
    E6
    It's So Easy - Part 2Terence 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
    E7
    Partners - Part 1As 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
    E8
    Partners - Part 2Everyone 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
    E9
    Once Upon A Time - Part 1Emily White, Wandin Valley's oldest citizen, is admitted to hospital.
  • Once Upon A Time - Part 2
    E10
    Once Upon A Time - Part 2The story of Wandin Valley's eldest citizen is re-lived when Molly organises a vivid re-enactment.
  • When The Bough Breaks - Part 1
    E11
    When The Bough Breaks - Part 1Molly's over-enthusiasm to have everything right for her new baby causes complications.
  • When The Bough Breaks - Part 2
    E12
    When The Bough Breaks - Part 2Molly and Brendan have to face the first major crisis of their lives together.
  • A Sense Of Loss - Part 1
    E13
    A Sense Of Loss - Part 1Molly and Brendan's friends try to help them sort out their problems.
  • A Sense Of Loss - Part 2
    E14
    A Sense Of Loss - Part 2Simon cannot understand Vicky's behaviour toward her close friend Molly.
  • On The Sheep's Back - Part 1
    E15
    On The Sheep's Back - Part 1Simon 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
    E16
    On The Sheep's Back - Part 2A 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
    E17
    The Last Laugh - Part 1Molly finally looks like making a success of her farm, but she worries that disease might threaten her potato crop.
  • The Last Laugh - Part 2
    E18
    The Last Laugh - Part 2Terence is shocked at how a money-making venture is more important than a human life.
  • Elementary Miss Watson - Part 1
    E19
    Elementary Miss Watson - Part 1Esme starts meddling in other people's affairs, only to find herself in trouble with Frank Gilroy.
  • Elementary Miss Watson - Part 2
    E20
    Elementary Miss Watson - Part 2Esme persuades Cookie to help her in her private investigations and they make a shocking discovery.
  • The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 1
    E21
    The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 1Judy Loveday thinks that the hospital's new nursing assistant is not all she appears to be.
  • The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 2
    E22
    The Best Thing For Everybody - Part 2Terence takes an interest in the new nurse's assistant and finds out why she is behaving so mysteriously.
  • Moment Of Truth - Part 1
    E23
    Moment Of Truth - Part 1Vicky shows all the signs of being pregnant and Simon is very excited.
  • Moment Of Truth - Part 2
    E24
    Moment Of Truth - Part 2Judy Loveday's behaviour towards Tania Menzel takes a surprising turn.
  • A Touch Of Class - Part 1
    E25
    A Touch Of Class - Part 1Frank is unhappy about the demands being made on him by the locals.
  • A Touch Of Class - Part 2
    E26
    A Touch Of Class - Part 2The locals finally come to Frank's aid much to his relief.
  • Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 1
    E27
    Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 1Vicky and Simon make preparations for Simon's mother's arrival.
  • Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 2
    E28
    Unemployment - A Health Hazard - Part 2Brendan has doubts about the girl that Judy recommended to fill the vacant position at the hospital.
  • A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 1
    E29
    A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 1Molly gets a surprise present for Brendan's birthday.
  • A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 2
    E30
    A Horse Of A Different Colour - Part 2Brendan gets more of a surprise than Molly bargained for.
  • Invasion Of Privacy - Part 1
    E31
    Invasion Of Privacy - Part 1Shirley is concerned that Simon seems to prefer working to going home.
  • Invasion Of Privacy - Part 2
    E32
    Invasion Of Privacy - Part 2An argument between Vicky and Simon prompts Vicky to seek help from Shirley.
  • Tug Of War - Part 1
    E33
    Tug Of War - Part 1An insecure girl focuses her attention on Simon, but Simon has trouble working out why.
  • Tug Of War - Part 2
    E34
    Tug Of War - Part 2Shirley's strange behaviour has everybody wondering what happened to her while she was away.
  • Second Opinion - Part 1
    E35
    Second Opinion - Part 1Esme must prepare herself for an operation.
  • Second Opinion - Part 2
    E36
    Second Opinion - Part 2Simon finds himself applying his medical expertise to Vicky's patients.
  • Hot & Cold - Part 1
    E37
    Hot & Cold - Part 1Vicky finds she has to face the consequences when an article she wrote appears in the Burrigan Examiner.
  • Hot & Cold - Part 2
    E38
    Hot & Cold - Part 2Terence finds himself advising friends on a medical situation and Simon feels neglected when Fatso ignores him.
  • Breathing Space - Part 1
    E39
    Breathing Space - Part 1Judy 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
    E40
    Breathing Space - Part 2The 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
    E41
    An Axe To Grind - Part 1Molly 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
    E42
    An Axe To Grind - Part 2Shirley 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
    E43
    Repairing The Damage - Part 1Shirley'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
    E44
    Repairing The Damage - Part 2Judy Loveday takes great delight in teasing Simon and Brendan.
  • Good Intentions - Part 1
    E45
    Good Intentions - Part 1A young girl's dream to raise her child in a stable environment is shattered when she finds herself deserted.
  • Good Intentions - Part 2
    E46
    Good Intentions - Part 2Matron 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
    E47
    So Close Yet So Far Away - Part 1Brendan can look forward to a long awaited reunion with his parents when they decide to visit.
  • So Close & Yet So Far (2)
    E48
    So Close & Yet So Far (2)Season 4 of A Country Practice premiered on January 31, 1984.
  • Splitting The Difference - Part 1
    E49
    Splitting The Difference - Part 1A friend from Vicky's past seeks medical expertise from Simon.
  • Splitting The Difference - Part 2
    E50
    Splitting The Difference - Part 2Matron Sloan has problems dealing with one of the hospital board members.
  • Friday The 13th - Part 1
    E51
    Friday The 13th - Part 1Judy Loveday plays a practical joke on Dr. Elliott on Friday, the 13th.
  • Friday The 13th - Part 2
    E52
    Friday The 13th - Part 2Terence and Frank have their work cut out for them when they try to trace an anonymous suicide call.
  • The Last Picture Show - Part 1
    E53
    The Last Picture Show - Part 1Simon decides that it's high time Hamlet had some serious training.
  • The Last Picture Show - Part 2
    E54
    The Last Picture Show - Part 2Judy 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
    E55
    I'll Drink To That - Part 1Terence 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
    E56
    I'll Drink To That - Part 2Bob is angry over an articleMolly wrote for the newspaper. Vicky and Simon's dinner party isn't very practical.
  • The Hidden Trap (1)
    E57
    The Hidden Trap (1)Season 4 of A Country Practice premiered on January 31, 1984.
  • The Hidden Trap - Part 2
    E58
    The Hidden Trap - Part 2Vicky 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
    E59
    Close To The Bone - Part 1Terence 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
    E60
    Close To The Bone - Part 2Simon's birthday party gets underway at the Club but the guest of honour seems to be missing.
  • Leader Of The Pack - Part 1
    E61
    Leader Of The Pack - Part 1The 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
    E62
    Leader Of The Pack - Part 2When Molly sees that the council are planning to build a factory she sets about trying to prevent it.
  • Digging Up Dirt (1)
    E63
    Digging Up Dirt (1)Season 4 of A Country Practice premiered on January 31, 1984.
  • Digging Up Dirt - Part 2
    E64
    Digging Up Dirt - Part 2Terence is forced to operate in dangerous conditions in order to save a man's life.
  • Man's Best Friend - Part 1
    E65
    Man's Best Friend - Part 1Simon and Vicky move in with Frank and Shirley.
  • Man's Best Friend - Part 2
    E66
    Man's Best Friend - Part 2Vicky and Simon find that it's not as easy as they thought living with Frank and Shirley.
  • Taken For A Ride - Part 1
    E67
    Taken For A Ride - Part 1Molly tries to help Simon at the clinic but he finds her more of a hindrance.
  • Taken For A Ride - Part 2
    E68
    Taken For A Ride - Part 2An accident at the timber yard leads to further investigation by Terence.
  • A Fair Hearing - Part 1
    E69
    A Fair Hearing - Part 1Cookie 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
    E70
    A Fair Hearing - Part 2Clancy'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
    E71
    Upstaged - Part 1Preparations 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
    E72
    Upstaged - Part 2Simon 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
    E73
    Ships That Pass - Part 1It'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 in the Night (2)
    E74
    Ships in the Night (2)Season 4 of A Country Practice premiered on January 31, 1984.
  • The Harder They Fall - Part 1
    E75
    The Harder They Fall - Part 1Vicky 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
    E76
    The Harder They Fall - Part 2Terence 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
    E77
    Something Out There - Part 1Vicky 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
    E78
    Something Out There - Part 2The 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
    E79
    Out Of Bounds - Part 1Esme finds herself in an unfortunate position and has to face the consequences.
  • Out Of Bounds - Part 2
    E80
    Out Of Bounds - Part 2All the hospital staff are called to help in an emergency operation.
  • Rituals - Part 1
    E81
    Rituals - Part 1Terence and Matron Sloan enjoy a peaceful evening together at Terence's Vineyard.
  • Rituals - Part 2
    E82
    Rituals - Part 2Judy Loveday gets a surprise when an unexpected visitor arrives on her doorstep.
  • All In The Line Of Duty - Part 1
    E83
    All In The Line Of Duty - Part 1Bob tries to make amends with Matron Sloan but all to no avail.
  • All In The Line Of Duty - Part 2
    E84
    All In The Line Of Duty - Part 2Esme Watson tries to convince the town that they are in extreme danger, but no one will believe her.
  • Misconceptions - Part 1
    E85
    Misconceptions - Part 1Vicky decides that it's the right time to start a family, much to Simon's delight.
  • Misconceptions - Part 2
    E86
    Misconceptions - Part 2Matron Sloan meets her match when she arranges a social game of cards.
  • Eighty In The Shade - Part 1
    E87
    Eighty In The Shade - Part 1Brendan gets permission to take the senior citizens from the hospital on an outing with hilarious results.
  • Eighty in the Shade (2)
    E88
    Eighty in the Shade (2)Season 4 of A Country Practice premiered on January 31, 1984.
  • Small Comfort - Part 1
    E89
    Small Comfort - Part 1Brendan gets an offer to continue his work with fund raising.
  • Small Comfort (2)
    E90
    Small Comfort (2)Season 4 of A Country Practice premiered on January 31, 1984.
  • Shane PorteousTerence Elliot
  • Lorrae DesmondShirley Dean/Gilroy
  • Grant DodwellSimon Bowen
  • Joyce JacobsEsme Watson
  • Penny CookVictoria "Vicki" Dean/Bowen
  • Syd HeylenVernon 'Cookie' Locke
  • Brian WenzelFrank Gilroy
  • Gordon PiperRobert 'Bob' Hatfield
  • Nicholas BufaloBenjamin 'Ben' Green
  • Anne TenneyMelissa 'Molly' Jones
  • Shane WithingtonBrendan Jones
  • Joan SydneyMargaret 'Maggie' Sloane
  • Emily NicolChloe Jones
  • Annie DaviesKelly Shanahan
  • Wendy StrehlowJudy Loveday