Susan told Karl that Izzy was gone. Everyone went to Lou’s Place for a drink, to let Karl think in private. He was shocked when Izzy returned and said that she still loved him, she just didn’t want marriage.

Susan was disgusted to see Izzy and Karl back together. Boyd had a run in with ‘psycho’ Gus. An unknown person set the pub on fire. The patrons rushed out on the street as the pub, Coffee Shop and hotel burnt.

The buildings exploded in flames. An old resident of the street, Paul Robinson, observed unnoticed before disappearing into the night. Sindi was trapped. Stu went in to rescue her as the others watched.

In the meantime, Steph had slipped out to see weak and sick Charlie, who gently passed away after saying goodbye. Lyn and her brother Michael thought that Steph had smothered Charlie with a pillow.