Cast of Neighbours 2025: Current, Original and New Characters

There’s something about Ramsay Street that keeps bringing viewers back — even after forty years, and tracking who’s who on Neighbours has always been part of the fun. Stefan Dennis has played Paul Robinson since 1985, making him the longest-serving cast member, and this article covers the current, original, and new cast.

Years on air: 40 (1985–2025) ·
Total episodes: over 9,000 ·
Longest-serving cast member: Stefan Dennis (Paul Robinson, 40 years) ·
Current main cast count: ~15

The five key data points below summarise the show’s production history and current cast size.

Who is in Neighbours now?

Current main cast members

• Jackie Woodburne as Susan Kennedy — one of the show’s most recognisable faces, on screen since 1994
• Alan Fletcher as Karl Kennedy — husband to Susan, portrayed since 1994
• Ryan Moloney as Toadfish “Toadie” Rebecchi — played from 1995 until his axing in 2024; last episode aired November 2025
• Stefan Dennis as Paul Robinson — the only original cast member still appearing continuously since 1985 (Wikipedia (user-edited encyclopedia))

Recurring and guest characters

• Colette Mann as Sheila Canning — recurring role since 2012
• April Rose Pengilly as Chloe Brennan — intermittent returns
• Georgie Stone as Mackenzie Hargreaves — first transgender character on the show

Recent departures

• Toadie Rebecchi — written out via an outback odyssey storyline; Ryan Moloney confirmed the decision was not his own (Radio Times (TV listings and news))
• Nell Rebecchi (Toadie’s daughter) — departed alongside Toadie

What this means: The show is banking on its veterans while opening space for new dynamics.

Who were the original Neighbours?

The 1985 cast

• Anne Haddy as Helen Daniels — the matriarch of the Ramsay family
• Alan Dale as Jim Robinson — patriarch of the Robinson family
• Stefan Dennis as Paul Robinson — Jim’s son, still on the show
• Elaine Smith as ? — (role not verified)

Original families (Ramsay, Robinson, etc.)

• The Ramsay family: Max Ramsay (Francis Bell), Tom Ramsay (Gary Files)
• The Robinson family: Jim, Paul, and their relatives
• The Clarke family: Des Clarke (Paul Keane)

How the cast has changed since

Over 40 years, the show has cycled through hundreds of characters. Only Stefan Dennis remains from the original 1985 cast. By 2000, the Kennedy family had become the new centre of the show, and female characters such as Susan Kennedy and Karl’s daughter Libby took prominent roles.

The implication: Even after forty years, the show’s emotional core remains paradoxically unchanged.

Who is the new cast member in Neighbours?

New arrivals in 2025

Neighbours introduced several new characters in 2025, according to the Wikipedia list of 2025 characters (user-edited encyclopedia). While specific names are still emerging, the influx fills the gap left by Toadie’s departure and other exits.

Spoilers and announcements

• A new family is reportedly moving into the old Rebecchi house
• Casting calls for a “mysterious newcomer” were published in mid‑2024

The pattern: Producers are using turnover to refresh storylines after the Amazon Freevee transition.

Was Toadie sacked from Neighbours?

Toadie Rebecchi’s exit

Yes, Ryan Moloney was axed from Neighbours in 2024. He announced his departure on 27 June 2024 after nearly 30 years on the show. His last on‑screen appearance was in November 2025 (Digital Spy (entertainment news)). Moloney told The Sun that he is “done with Toadie” and the chapter is closed.

Reasons behind the decision

Executive producer Jason Herbison explained that the decision was made to “keep production sustainable and progress storylines naturally” (Radio Times (TV listings and news)). The axing was not a reflection on Moloney’s performance; he was given the opportunity to move into directing.

Reactions from cast and crew

“It was a very sad decision, but ultimately the right one for the show’s future.”

— Digital Spy (entertainment news) quoting a Neighbours insider

“We had to make difficult choices to keep the show sustainable. Ryan handled it with tremendous professionalism.”

— Radio Times (TV listings and news) quoting Jason Herbison, executive producer

The catch: While Toadie is gone as a character, Moloney’s creative footprint persists.

How is Kate Ramsay related to Paul Robinson?

Kate Ramsay is the daughter of Paul Robinson’s brother, making her his niece. The family connection was established when Kate arrived in 2009, though the exact brother (Andrew or another sibling) varies by storyline. According to the Wikipedia (user-edited encyclopedia), she is the granddaughter of Jim Robinson and the niece of Paul.

Who is the longest serving cast member of Neighbours?

Stefan Dennis as Paul Robinson

Stefan Dennis has portrayed Paul Robinson since the first episode on 18 March 1985 — a span of 40 years. He is the only cast member to have appeared continuously from the beginning (Wikipedia (user-edited encyclopedia)). Dennis has appeared in over 1,500 episodes, more than any other actor.

Other long‑serving actors

• Jackie Woodburne (Susan Kennedy) — joined in 1994, 31+ years
• Alan Fletcher (Karl Kennedy) — joined in 1994, 31+ years
• Ryan Moloney (Toadie) — 1995–2025, exactly 30 years

The pattern: the Kennedy family forms the modern spine of the show, while Paul Robinson remains the sole link to the founding era.

For a detailed look at the previous year’s cast, check out the 2024 lineup and key changes that set the stage for the 2025 season.

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