Gym&Tonic
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Won’t happen. Neighbours isn’t even that popular in Ireland, so there‘s no way they’ll be prepared to stump up the money that C5 did. People are just clutching at straws now I think.
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Won’t happen. Neighbours isn’t even that popular in Ireland, so there‘s no way they’ll be prepared to stump up the money that C5 did. People are just clutching at straws now I think.
AllSeeingEye123
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RTÉ 'in talks' with programme makers as Neighbours faces the axe after 37 years
The show needs British broadcast backing after it was dropped by Channel 5.
www.thejournal.ie
It's not a British channel though far as I am aware?
Shutterbug99
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Ha! I left a comment yesterday saying that RTE might provide a lifeline since the Aussie soaps are still pretty popular over here. I didn't think they'd cough up the cash (if we're talking millions of pounds a year) but maybe they will!
Guitarwarrior
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It’s possible it was her but I’m not ruling out she’s leaving for other reasons such as health. I think it’s probably possible there were other involved with the racism allegations.
I do think the racism scandal has out the final nails in the coffin. I don’t see ITV/channel 4 really wanting to put money into a show with the history of allegations (some were made in the 90’s)
I do think the racism scandal has out the final nails in the coffin. I don’t see ITV/channel 4 really wanting to put money into a show with the history of allegations (some were made in the 90’s)
1001 others
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Dr Karl has spoken too
Neighbours star talks show's uncertain future: 'We need a hero'
Karl Kennedy actor speaks out on "huge shock" of Channel 5 axing.www.digitalspy.com
Good to see support from Home and Away especially as a lot of people will lose their jobs.....
Home and Away actor voices support for Neighbours cast as the show's future hangs in the balance
"Very sad day in Oz television."
Speaking of losing their jobs how well do people think the cast will do away from the soap? A lot of them are typecast like Karl, Susan, Paul and Toadie who will always be seen for that role but I can see them offered things here like I'm A Celebrity and Dancing On Ice. Bland characters like Aaron, David and Jane I don't see offers flooding in for. There is probably only Chloe that I could see ending up on a big subscription service production or going to Hollywood either for a movie or a sitcom/drama.
I don't think many of them will find work easily, unfortunately. "Chloe" has a look that would fit in well on Home and Away, but there are a 1,000,001 other pretty up-and-coming actresses who share the same look and would probably be cheaper.
Eastenders is a big expensive lemon though ... didn't they just move to a new set not that long ago?
It does stink that a UK network has to fund the lion's share of a show made in Australia.
Maybe if Neighbours pared back its cast, that would save enough money for it to be able to be fully funded locally?
TwooTwooTwitTwitTwoo
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I felt so sad watching today. Hoping I don't feel like this for the entire time it's got left on screen. All those people without work suddenly. Not just the actors either, all the production team etc 
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I still think the racism accusations were sour grapes that certain actors got the boot or didn't have their guest stint extended. There was an Aboriginal man who lived with Karl and Susan a few years back - ex-army, I think? - he never had any complaints.
I have seen people mention that "Dipi" was a nightmare to work with, which I could definitely see as she seems to think she's better than everyone else.
It is very sad ... the end of an era. I do understand the real-life residents' feelings about it:
www.dailymail.co.uk
... Sure, the extra income from having a 'TV house' would be nice, but can you imagine how many unsolicited "visitors" you'd get? I wouldn't like it.
Another reason I've always preferred Home and Away is because of its stunning location. But now that show's real-life residents have kicked up a stink (https://www.smh.com.au/national/int...ts-welcome-at-palm-beach-20220120-p59pv7.html), maybe its days are numbered too?
I have seen people mention that "Dipi" was a nightmare to work with, which I could definitely see as she seems to think she's better than everyone else.
It is very sad ... the end of an era. I do understand the real-life residents' feelings about it:
Neighbours' real life residents are 'keen to get their street back'
It emerged on Sunday that iconic Aussie soap Neighbours is facing the axe, after UK broadcaster Channel 5, which foots most of the production bill, will not be renewing the show.
Another reason I've always preferred Home and Away is because of its stunning location. But now that show's real-life residents have kicked up a stink (https://www.smh.com.au/national/int...ts-welcome-at-palm-beach-20220120-p59pv7.html), maybe its days are numbered too?
Chosen.One
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The character you’re talking about is Ned and actually the actor that played him, Meyne Wyatt, stood up for Sharon Johal and said he had been a victim of racism too if that’s what you meant by no complaintsI still think the racism accusations were sour grapes that certain actors got the boot or didn't have their guest stint extended. There was an Aboriginal man who lived with Karl and Susan a few years back - ex-army, I think? - he never had any complaints.
I have seen people mention that "Dipi" was a nightmare to work with, which I could definitely see as she seems to think she's better than everyone else.
It is very sad ... the end of an era. I do understand the real-life residents' feelings about it:
... Sure, the extra income from having a 'TV house' would be nice, but can you imagine how many unsolicited "visitors" you'd get? I wouldn't like it.Neighbours' real life residents are 'keen to get their street back'
It emerged on Sunday that iconic Aussie soap Neighbours is facing the axe, after UK broadcaster Channel 5, which foots most of the production bill, will not be renewing the show.
Another reason I've always preferred Home and Away is because of its stunning location. But now that show's real-life residents have kicked up a stink (https://www.smh.com.au/national/int...ts-welcome-at-palm-beach-20220120-p59pv7.html), maybe its days are numbered too?
Neighbours' Meyne Wyatt accuses soap of racism after Shareena Clanton's claims
Meyne Wyatt, who played Nate Kinski on the show between 2014 and 2016, has responded to Shareena Clanton's allegations and says he 'experienced racism on set'
Former Neighbours star Meyne Wyatt recalls experiencing racism on set
"Do better. Be better. You can always do better."
1001 others
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This is a fun read (about the sets):
www.news.com.au
Well obviously I didn't know that before I posted. Thank you for pointing out that I should have researched more before posting!
"Nate" actually - not "Ned"
Why do Neighbours stars have to suck on ice before filming?
WHY do Neighbours actors have to suck on ice cubes before shooting some of their scenes?
www.news.com.au
The character you’re talking about is Ned and actually the actor that played him, Meyne Wyatt, stood up for Sharon Johal and said he had been a victim of racism too if that’s what you meant by no complaints
Neighbours' Meyne Wyatt accuses soap of racism after Shareena Clanton's claims
Meyne Wyatt, who played Nate Kinski on the show between 2014 and 2016, has responded to Shareena Clanton's allegations and says he 'experienced racism on set'www.mirror.co.uk
Former Neighbours star Meyne Wyatt recalls experiencing racism on set
"Do better. Be better. You can always do better."
Well obviously I didn't know that before I posted. Thank you for pointing out that I should have researched more before posting!
The character you’re talking about is Ned and actually the actor that played him, Meyne Wyatt, stood up for Sharon Johal and said he had been a victim of racism too if that’s what you meant by no complaints
Neighbours' Meyne Wyatt accuses soap of racism after Shareena Clanton's claims
Meyne Wyatt, who played Nate Kinski on the show between 2014 and 2016, has responded to Shareena Clanton's allegations and says he 'experienced racism on set'Former Neighbours star Meyne Wyatt recalls experiencing racism on set
"Do better. Be better. You can always do better."
"Nate" actually - not "Ned"
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Em_
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The actress who played Dipi seemed to only follow certain cast members on insta and never the a tress who played her sister or the actor who played her husband. When she left she seemed to unfollow them all. When she came back to get Yashvi, she said she only worked with people she felt comfortable with. I do wonder if everything she said was true, I believe she did suffer from racism, but I also think she may have been difficult to work with.I still think the racism accusations were sour grapes that certain actors got the boot or didn't have their guest stint extended. There was an Aboriginal man who lived with Karl and Susan a few years back - ex-army, I think? - he never had any complaints.
I have seen people mention that "Dipi" was a nightmare to work with, which I could definitely see as she seems to think she's better than everyone else.
It is very sad ... the end of an era. I do understand the real-life residents' feelings about it:
... Sure, the extra income from having a 'TV house' would be nice, but can you imagine how many unsolicited "visitors" you'd get? I wouldn't like it.Neighbours' real life residents are 'keen to get their street back'
It emerged on Sunday that iconic Aussie soap Neighbours is facing the axe, after UK broadcaster Channel 5, which foots most of the production bill, will not be renewing the show.
Another reason I've always preferred Home and Away is because of its stunning location. But now that show's real-life residents have kicked up a stink (https://www.smh.com.au/national/int...ts-welcome-at-palm-beach-20220120-p59pv7.html), maybe its days are numbered too?
Chosen.One
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This is a fun read (about the sets):
Why do Neighbours stars have to suck on ice before filming?
WHY do Neighbours actors have to suck on ice cubes before shooting some of their scenes?
Well obviously I didn't know that before I posted. Thank you for pointing out that I should have researched more before posting!
"Nate" actually - not "Ned"
Thanks. I didn’t realise I got the name wrong
1001 others
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Just to clarify - I really hope the racism accusations weren't true. I'd h*te to think of anyone having to deal with that rubbish. It was interesting reading the comments in the article that @Chosen.One helpfully posted ... I wouldn't consider the 'c*unt' word to be racist - unless it accompanied by another word/s ... but the other stuff was really disappointing to read (about what he heard in respect of the LGBT stuff).
I just realised that I haven't come across Neighbours at all this year while I've been waiting to watch Home and Away; I checked the schedule and see it's been shifted onto TVNZ's channel 1, which is just such a weird move in a programming sense (TVNZ1 typically attracts older viewers):
It used to have the 6:30pm slot on this channel (which attracts more of a youth demographic), before being moved to 6:00pm:
It fitted much better on TVNZ2 ... especially as it was always followed by a soap that brought in the viewers.
I'd love to know how many people view it in NZ ... obviously not a lot, going by this! (There's no way of finding out, as they stopped publishing stats a while back).
You're good! I'm sorry I didn't do my research first
I just realised that I haven't come across Neighbours at all this year while I've been waiting to watch Home and Away; I checked the schedule and see it's been shifted onto TVNZ's channel 1, which is just such a weird move in a programming sense (TVNZ1 typically attracts older viewers):
It used to have the 6:30pm slot on this channel (which attracts more of a youth demographic), before being moved to 6:00pm:
It fitted much better on TVNZ2 ... especially as it was always followed by a soap that brought in the viewers.
I'd love to know how many people view it in NZ ... obviously not a lot, going by this! (There's no way of finding out, as they stopped publishing stats a while back).
You're good! I'm sorry I didn't do my research first
AllSeeingEye123
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As the boss of her family who's played a big role for a decade to be written out off screen and then for that person to play down the show being cancelled it very much looks like a firing or they would have given her a big send off.
How the cast of Neighbours knew the soap was doomed a YEAR ago
Long-running Aussie soap Neighbours is facing the axe after British television network Channel 5 announced on Sunday it would no longer be funding the series
I can't see the government stepping in but if they knew a year ago that the end was probably near, you would think they are quite far on negotiating with potential partners.
Who knows.
Although David Neilson dropped red herrings about his departure from Corrie. Later proved to be a smoke screen.
We don't know Sheila has gone for good. She may be back before the end, it is currently not known.
There is no indication on any sources that Sheila is permanently departing Neighbours.
For all we know the actor may be taking an extended break, or has health issues.
AllSeeingEye123
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But that wouldn't explain her being so off about the future of the show like she's gone from it so no longer cares and is moody over being let go. If she was just gone for a short Roy Cropper period I would expect her tweets about the show being cancelled to be a lot more positive saying she hopes it is saved, love the show etc.
Yes agreed. I thought Susan (Jackie) was very dignified on that clip a few pages back. It can't have been easy. She did kind of say though in a nice way that the cast they had would pull together and finish the show without Kylie or anyone popping up. In a way it must grate to think that that is necessary. I did read that Jason Donovan had put out a statement about it, but he does have "skin in the game" still with his daughter being in it...
I think Kylie also said she wouldn’t want to overshadow people by coming back and make it a Kylie thing (this was back for one of the anniversaries). However, the wedding was one of the most memorable moments so I would like to see her come back on the last week, maybe not the last episode
Em_
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I don't want Kylie back in one respect, as she will over shadow the show. I read that she doesn't think the show was significant in her career as she wasn't on it for a long time, she wouldn't have a career without neighbours so she shouldn't be so disparaging about the show. Of any cast.members do come back, ones linked to the current cast would be great, the Brennan's, Piper, Xanthe, Naomi, the Rebecchis, Libby etc. Having said all that Kylie and Jason coming back would be great, they have links to Paul and Charlene has links to Roxy. I'd also love Harold and love to come back, more thank Scott and Charlene.
I'm still hoping it will be saved.
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