Summer Bay braces itself for heartbreak next week on Home and Away, as emotional turmoil, haunting memories, and a chilling brush with tragedy ripple through the lives of its residents.

In 28 stunning spoiler photos, viewers are given an exclusive look at the moments that will leave fans speechless, as the shadows of grief and fear threaten to consume the tight-knit community.

At the center of the storm is David Langham, who finds himself spiraling into emotional chaos after reopening the case file into his late wife’s mysterious death. His decision sends shockwaves through his family,

reigniting old wounds and suspicions that had long been buried. His daughter Joe is devastated, seeing her father’s actions as a betrayal — a sign that he still doesn’t trust her version of events surrounding her mother’s tragic end. As their fragile bond begins to crumble, Summer Bay’s sense of peace is shattered once again.

But while David’s family faces their own ghosts, another unsettling tale unfolds far from the safety of the Bay. John Palmer, still reeling from Irene’s departure, joins Molly and Tane for a camping trip — a seemingly innocent attempt to lift his spirits. What begins as a light-hearted getaway soon takes a sinister turn under the moonlit sky.

On Wednesday, October 22, John, Molly, and Tane set out into the wilderness, hoping that fresh air and good company will ease John’s loneliness. For a brief moment, it works. Around the campfire, laughter replaces the silence that has haunted John since Irene left. The warmth of friendship flickers like the flames before them — but danger is closer than they think.

As darkness falls, Molly entertains the group with a spine-tingling ghost story about the legendary “Hairy Man,” a creature said to roam the bushland nearby. The tale captures everyone’s imagination, especially Tane’s, who mischievously decides to give John a scare later that night. But what begins as a harmless prank spirals into something far more terrifying.

When John retires to his tent, Molly’s story lingers in his mind. Then, in the dead of night, he hears it — rustling, growling, and a deep, unearthly sound that chills him to the bone. Convinced the Hairy Man has come for them, John’s fear takes over. Unbeknownst to him, Tane is behind the prank, but the terror it sparks feels all too real.

By morning, the sun brings little relief. While Molly jokes and enjoys breakfast, John is a shell of himself — pale, exhausted, and deeply unsettled. His mind races, his nerves frayed. Every rustle in the bush sounds like danger. When Molly gently asks if he’s okay, John brushes it off, claiming he has “urgent surf club business.” The tension only deepens when he abruptly packs up to leave, his unease written all over his face.

Meanwhile, Tane struggles to contain his laughter. When John’s out of earshot, he finally confesses to Molly that the strange noises were all part of his prank. The two share a moment of laughter — but both realize that John’s reaction was more serious than they expected. A line may have been crossed, and the fallout could be devastating.

Back in Summer Bay, the Langham family faces its own reckoning. David and Joe begin moving into Irene’s old house, hoping to find a sense of renewal. The move starts off with warmth and hope — boxes unpacked, furniture arranged, and laughter echoing through the halls. They even rediscover a cherished childhood growth chart belonging to their late daughter, Lacy, hanging it proudly on the wall as a symbol of blending old memories with new beginnings.

But the peace doesn’t last. When Joe discovers that David has secretly reopened her mother’s death investigation, her heart breaks all over again. The confrontation is raw and painful — Joe accuses him of never truly believing her. David insists he only wanted closure, but to Joe, it feels like betrayal.

The tension comes to a head at a friendly barbecue hosted by Justin, Leah, and Theo. What should have been a pleasant afternoon turns awkward as the guests quickly sense the unspoken tension between David and Joe. Leah, ever the peacemaker, gently pulls David aside. Her calm and compassionate presence encourages him to open up about his torment — the guilt that’s been eating away at him since the day of the accident.

In a heartbreaking confession, David admits that his wife’s death has haunted every part of his life. It’s shaped his relationship with Joe, cast shadows over his bond with Lacy, and driven him to the point where grief has replaced reason. Leah listens with quiet understanding, reminding him that healing doesn’t happen overnight — that love, though tested, can still survive the darkest nights.

As the week unfolds, the emotional strain takes its toll. David breaks down in front of Leah and Theo, admitting that he’s carried his guilt for too long. They reassure him that the pain he feels doesn’t define him, and that forgiveness — both from his daughter and from himself — is still possible.

The week closes on a poignant note. As Theo prepares to leave, he shares a heartfelt hug with Leah, both reminded that in Summer Bay, family is everything. Whether bound by blood or friendship, it is the anchor that steadies them through every storm.

Next week’s Home and Away promises to be one of the most emotionally charged chapters yet — a haunting blend of tragedy, love, and redemption. Between the shadows of loss and the light of reconciliation, Summer Bay’s residents are reminded that even when death lingers, hope still lives on.