Elsewhere, Christian's plans to propose to Tori are de-railed, while Tane makes a big decision over his future with Ziggy. The story of Mortimer’s 30-year showbiz career is remarkable not least because it hinges almost entirely on a chance meeting in a south London pub in 1988. Unlike most of the artists who later became his friends and colleagues, young Robert had never harboured ambitions to perform; he was a desperately shy boy who suffered such crippling social anxiety that he endured three years of university barely speaking to another soul. By the age of 30, he was growing increasingly disillusioned with his work as a council solicitor, a career he had embarked on after studying welfare law in a desire to make a difference. His only previous brush with the limelight was an abortive attempt at pub karaoke, but when an old schoolfriend invited him along to a local comedy show and he saw the first chaotic iteration of Vic Reeves Big Night Out, it was an epiphany: “What is he? Where am I? Who sanctioned this? I have been transported, in an instant, to a world of entertainment far, far away from anything I have ever witnessed before.” I record my solemn conviction that hospital work, rightly done, is by far and away the most needful and the most acceptable of the chaplain's work.

In recent years Bob has become a popular contestant on Would I Lie To You for the incredible stories from his life, and Bob's first book is filled with more of the hilariously unbelievable misadventures that fans love him for. From burning down the family home to starting a short-lived punk band, Bob shares tales from his life with the warmth and good-natured humour that have made him a national treasure.Another Summer Bay favourite, Ada joined the cast of Home and Away in 2000 and her character has featured in some of the show's most memorable storylines – particularly surrounding her doomed romances. Meanwhile, Mia manages to draw on her girl guide experience to cut off the car's seatbelts, tie them together to create a rope and then fasten them around a post to secure the vehicle in place. It’s not all hilarious though, as he spoke candidly about how’s he really struggled with shyness all his life and with depression at uni. It was really quite sad at times, especially when revealed how hard he found it making and keeping friends. By this point, Nikau is already being wheeled into an ambulance. Logan also tries to reassure Mia, who explains that she's pregnant and fears she might be losing the baby. Justin and Leah have helped Christian to create the perfect romantic setting on the jetty. Christian plans to woo Tori with a lavish meal and then propose, but the afternoon doesn't go as he's expecting.

Bob’s recent reinvention via the … Gone Fishing series means a whole new audience might indeed be surprised at how many different things he’s done and will particularly admire the non-showbiz route to stardom in our age of driven but ultimately vacuous and content-free superstars.’ Colby joined the Bay in early 2018 when he arrived as the town's new police officer. Many of his storylines centred around his desire to do the right thing in the force, which was often threatened by his dark past as part of the River Boys. Bella was raised by abusive Ross and went through a tough time after moving to the Bay as she tried to settle into the community. Despite his early involvement in criminal activity, Dean has mellowed over the years and has attempted to make an honest living as a surfing instructor.Jasmine was introduced at the end of 2017, as part of Kat Chapman's tragic exit storyline. She was later welcomed into the community through her friendships with the likes of Irene and Leah. There's lots to appreciate and enjoy, and this is well worth reading if you like Bob and/or you like memoirs.