List of Neighbours characters (2022)

Freya Wozniak, played by Phoebe Roberts, will make her first appearance in early 2022.[1] The character and Roberts' casting was announced via the show's social media accounts on 30 October 2021.[2] She began filming her first scenes the previous week, and is the first new addition to the serial's regular cast since Nicolette Stone (Charlotte Chimes) in July 2020.[1] Roberts expressed her delight about joining the cast, saying "Neighbours is such a huge part of the Australian film and TV industry, it's very exciting to be involved in something so iconic that is also so loved in the UK. As a kid, I tuned in to watch all the drama of Erinsborough unfold, it's surreal to now be a part of that drama!"[1] Roberts' casting occurred shortly after she appeared in Lie With Me, created by Neighbours executive producer Jason Herbison. He stated that the scriptwriters had "created a fascinating character for her that is complex, mysterious and a risk taker, she's going to be a lot of fun and Phoebe has already nailed the role."[1] Her character was also billed as "the ultimate mystery girl" and someone who will "bend the rules" if necessary.[1] Susannah Alexander of Digital Spy observed that while Freya does not share a surname with any of the current characters, there was still a possibility that she has a connection to them or a past character.[1] In a promotional trailer for the show's 2022 episodes, Freya is shown to be a potential love interest for Levi Canning (Richie Morris).[3]

Zara Selwyn, played by Freya Van Dyke, will make her first appearance in early 2022. Van Dyke confirmed her casting via her social media, where she also expressed her excitement at joining the cast.[4] Zara is the teenage daughter of established character Amy Greenwood (Jacinta Stapleton), who has been referred to on-screen since Amy's reintroduction in 2020, along with her two brothers. Zara's introduction was revealed in the trailer that followed the 2021 season finale in December, which shows Zara's arrival disrupting Amy's polyamorous relationship with Ned Willis (Ben Hall) and Levi Canning (Richie Morris).[3] Amy is also heard saying that her daughter needs to be her main priority ahead of the relationship.[4]

Harriet, played by Amanda Holden, will make her first appearance in 2022. The character and Holden's casting details were announced on 7 October 2021.[5] Holden will appear in scenes set in London, alongside actress Jemma Donovan.[5] She will begin filming in the city during the week commencing 11 October 2021.[6] Reacting to her casting, Holden said that she grew up watching Neighbours and stated "To now have the opportunity to be a part of such an iconic Australian show is simply fabulous. I can't wait to work with Jemma in London. This feels like a joyous occasion for everyone."[5] Holden's character is Harlow Robinson's (Donovan) aunt and Prue Wallace's (Denise van Outen) sister.[5] The show's executive producer, Jason Herbison, said Harriet and Harlow would be reunited as part of a big storyline in which they "solve a family mystery relating to Prue."[5] Donovan added that she was looking forward to creating a relationship between the two characters.[5]

• Characters and cast at the Official Neighbours website