Home and Away never fails to keep fans glued to their screens, and episode 8560 — airing on 27th August 2025 — is no exception. What begins as an exploration of

awkward family ties, fragile romances, and old grudges soon erupts into a heart-stopping cliffhanger that will leave Summer Bay reeling. This latest instalment proves once again

that beneath the sun-drenched surf and sandy shores lies a town defined by fractured loyalties, complicated love stories, and danger lurking in the most unexpected places.

Awkward Roommates: When History Gets in the Way

The episode opens on a quieter note — but in true Home and Away style, even silence carries weight. Dana and Tane, once so close, now find themselves unable to hold a normal conversation as they navigate life under the same roof. Every exchange is stilted, every glance heavy with unspoken history.

“What has happened? It’s like you guys don’t even know each other,” one character remarks, capturing the awkwardness that has settled into the household.

The tension isn’t just in their words — it’s in the very air. For Tane, Archie remains the most important person in his world, but his fractured relationship with Dana makes co-parenting a daily battle. Dana, meanwhile, openly admits she doesn’t believe they can ever be friends again. With years of pain and unresolved emotions hanging between them, the question becomes clear: can they truly rebuild, or is this living arrangement doomed?

Love, IVF, and a Life-Changing Trip

Elsewhere, Mackenzie and Levi’s storyline takes a more tender but no less dramatic turn. Still reeling from the emotional and physical toll of IVF, Mackenzie opens up about her fears. Despite their efforts not to obsess over their next treatment, the strain lingers in every conversation, every stolen glance.

In a touching moment, Mackenzie proposes they take time away together — not just for rest, but to meet her mother. “She is very excited to meet the mum intending on giving her grandchildren,” she jokes, but beneath the humour lies a poignant step forward in their relationship.

Levi, eager and supportive, agrees without hesitation, setting the stage for what could be a pivotal turning point. Their trip represents more than just downtime; it’s about family, acceptance, and the promise of a future they desperately want to build together.

But in Summer Bay, no plan ever unfolds without complications — and already, others are beginning to question their motives for leaving so suddenly.

Lost and Found: The Necklace That Could Break Everything

Romance takes a messy turn when Molly decides to surprise Abigail by cleaning her car. What should have been a sweet gesture quickly spirals into chaos when Abigail realises her treasured family heirloom — a necklace with a red stone and silver chain — has gone missing.

The necklace, gifted to Eden by their father during a significant family moment, carries far more than material value. For Abigail, it symbolises love, legacy, and the fragile reconnection between her and Eden after years of estrangement. Losing it could mean reopening old wounds that had only just begun to heal.

The frantic search for the missing jewellery provides both comic relief and genuine drama. Molly dives through bins, sorts through bags of rotting seafood, and even faces Ray Meagher’s Alf Stewart, who delivers one of his signature grumpy-but-golden one-liners as he catches Molly rummaging through the rubbish.

Finally, just when all hope seems lost, Molly uncovers the necklace — albeit reeking of prawns. Relief washes over Abigail, though not without a sharp reminder that sometimes, trying too hard to “help” can do more harm than good.

Old Wounds, New Promises

Meanwhile, Dana and Tane’s struggles continue to dominate the emotional heart of the episode. After a tense night of reflection, Dana finally confesses that she believes moving out is the only solution. “Too much has happened between us,” she says, her voice heavy with resignation.

But Tane refuses to give up. His plea is heartfelt: “Don’t take my son away from me.”

In a rare moment of vulnerability, Dana admits that she doesn’t want Archie to lose touch with his Māori culture or his New Zealand family. Despite their personal issues, she knows Archie’s identity depends on staying connected to Tane. The two agree to try again, with Dana even suggesting she start dating again in order to “find a life outside of Archie and Tane.”

It’s a bittersweet compromise — a recognition that their relationship may never return to what it once was, but also a commitment to co-parenting with love and respect. Whether that fragile truce will hold, however, remains uncertain.

Trouble at the Hospital: Brie in Danger

While family dramas dominate much of the episode, the real shocker comes from the hospital. Brie, already under enormous pressure, faces one of her most terrifying encounters yet.

A combative patient, found intoxicated and disoriented on the street, is brought into Resus. At first, his behaviour is erratic but manageable. But as Brie attempts to stabilise him, the situation escalates rapidly. The man lashes out, making crude remarks and resisting treatment before physically striking Brie.

The moment is both shocking and deeply unsettling. Viewers have long admired Brie for her composure under pressure, but here she becomes the victim of a violent attack in her own workplace. As security scrambles and colleagues rush to her aid, the severity of the situation sinks in: Brie is not safe.

Later, CCTV footage confirms the patient fled the hospital, leaving both staff and police scrambling to track him down. For Remi, who hears the news at home, panic sets in instantly. His world, already fragile from Avalon’s betrayal and his own mistakes, is once again spinning out of control.

A Cliffhanger That Will Rock Summer Bay

Episode 8560 ends on a knife-edge. Brie, shaken but refusing to let the assault define her, insists on returning to work. But those closest to her know the scars will linger far beyond the hospital walls.

Meanwhile, unresolved tensions ripple across Summer Bay:

• Will Dana and Tane’s fragile truce hold, or will history pull them apart again?
• Can Abigail and Molly truly move forward after the necklace fiasco, or will Eden’s wrath reignite old family feuds?
• And what will Levi and Mackenzie’s trip mean for their future together — a fresh start, or the beginning of new heartache?

One thing is certain: as Home and Away barrels forward, no one in Summer Bay can escape the shadows of their past. Episode 8560 delivers an explosive mix of heartbreak, humour, and high-stakes drama — setting the stage for a week of must-watch television.