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James and Donna's DNA test came back inconclusive, and he told her that if they really wanted to know if they were related, they'd have to pay for an $8,000 test.

James and Elle continued to flirt with each other, which upset Lucas.

Donna attempted to raise money by having a garage sale at Lassiter's, but Ben and Callum raised more money by playing drums and dancing. Donna was so desperate, she broke into Elle's online bank account and transferred the necessary funds to James.

Sophie went berserk when she realised her friends were getting cash together for something so 'stupid' as Father's Day. They realised she was upset about not having a dad, so put the money towards a Ramsay Street barbecue instead.

Lyn left town to visit Oscar and his dad, leaving a letter for Steph, who instantly became suspicious. She was horrified when Elle told her what had happened. Although Libby didn't believe it could be true, Steph was sure it was and claimed she didn't want to see Lyn again.

Even though she's prime suspect in a murder investigation, Charlie's mind is focused of Angelo and her fears that he's cheating on her.

She confronted him about the photos shown to her by Robertson and he said he couldn't tell her why he was chatting to the strippers.

He then arranged to meet his Marine Area Command boss and asked to be taken off the case for personal reasons. Again he was met with a cold shoulder and told in no uncertain terms that he won't be released from his duties.

While things were going badly for Angelo they were at least looking up for Robertson. After getting the coroner's report on Grant's killing he visited the fish markets and uncovered some telling evidence.

What's more, Leah agreed to a date with him.

Meanwhile, Annie was in a bit of a strop. She's blaming Jai for continuing to pursue her, but it seems obvious it's her growing attraction to Romeo that's the real problem.

Romeo, in the meantime, was coaching Jai to write, or borrow, poetry to leave in Annie's locker as a way to win her back.

Miles tried to dissuade Jai, but he didn't listen.

Romeo also landed a second job, teaching local wannabe surfers how it's done, and was both surprised and pleased to find Annie in his class.

Nancy is one girl you shouldn't cross and you only have to look at her recent run-ins with Hannah, Kris and Jake to know the lady is not to be messed with.

The feisty former teacher lashed out when she discovered that Hannah gave Anita a diary detailing her life as an anorexic.

Meanwhile, Jacqui was horrified to discover that the photos taken during her photoshoot in London were to be published in a lad's magazine.

At Il Gnosh, Tony was determined to fly the flag in memory of his great-grandfather and the rest of the war veterans.

But, the event was ruined when Dom revealed that their great-grandfather was German.

Elsewhere, Spencer was treated for first-degree burns after a firecracker got the better of him on Bonfire Night, leaving Calvin annoyed that no one was looking out for him.

Sally continued to fume that her attempts to cause problems between Ashley and Laurel weren't working - and the couple seem closer than ever.

Trying to create friction, she mentioned her past relationship with Ashley. However, Laurel soon realised what she was doing and told her husband that their wedding anniversary was a special day that was just about them.

Later, Sally plied Ashley and Laurel with cocktails, but when no one was looking she spiked Laurel's drink with a large amount of vodka.

Ashley was annoyed when Laurel came over giddy and uncontrollable, and put her to bed, leaving Sally free to cosy up to him.

Meanwhile, Cain was surprised to returns home and find Charity had offered to babysit. After reeling him in further, she went in for the kill with a kiss.

Will she succeed at conning Cain out of his money?

In the barrel store of the Vic, Archie lit a strip of newspaper and poured vodka on the flames, unaware that Peggy was upstairs fixing herself a drink.

He quickly started putting out the fire when Peggy came to the cellar door, baseball bat in hand, and shouting that she'd called the police.

Later, Archie told Peggy he saw some kids running away from the pub and, when his ex asked if he was off to meet a woman, insisted the only woman he loves lives in the Queen Vic.

Surveying the damage in the pub, Peggy picked up Billy's wallet and, after summoning Archie to have a drink with her, revealed she thinks Archie was the one who planted it. As he assured her he had nothing to do with the fire, Peggy suddenly put her arms around him and gave him a kiss.

Elsewhere, Jane and Masood discussed their own romantic clinch. He assured her that it was no big deal, and she promised not to tell Ian, who might tell Zainab.

Roy wanted to go to the police and report Tony for murder, but Hayley dissuaded him, convinced that the businessman was just drugged up and talking rubbish.

Meanwhile, Maria received support from Ted, who talked to her about losing his partner to a heart attack.

Peter explained to a wary Ken how Simon's other granddad, George, had been in contact and was picking the lad up from school later.

George eventually met the Barlow family for the first time, and Simon was delighted to see his granddad again, especially when he gave him a present; Blanche and Deirdre were also rather impressed by the newcomer.

At the Platts', Joe surprised Gail with a meal, champagne - and a wedding proposal.

Jack confessed to Tyrone he was worried that Connie was after more than just companionship as he kept hearing her shuffling about outside his bedroom door in the night.

And Norris hired yet another new Kabin employee, Horace Steel.