Summer Bay’s holiday break arrives at a tough moment, as a fun festival trip turned into a shocking disaster. A new promo has now offered a small glimpse of what viewers can expect when the show returns, and the fallout from the train derailment looks set to drive early 2026 in a big way.
Rescue Efforts After the Train Derailment
Australia’s movie-length finale drew more than 1.4 million viewers across TV and streaming, according to TV Blackbox. The episode ended after a train suddenly came off the tracks, leaving Justin Morgan, Mackenzie Booth, Remi Carter and Abigail Fowler trapped deep inside the damaged tunnel.
Their journey had started as a group trip to the Broken Hill festival. Dana Matheson, Sonny Baldwin, Lacey Miller, Jo Langham and Eddie Shepherd were also on board, so several people now face the frightening aftermath together.
A new promo shows rescue teams already working at the site, trying to reach everyone still stuck inside the wreckage. Australian viewers must wait a little longer, as the soap has now entered its annual summer break. The show returns to local screens on January 19, where the outcome of the crash should finally begin to unfold. UK audiences will not see the storyline until next year, which means the suspense continues there as well.
The Tension Builds in New Footage Of Home and Away
Fresh footage shows Levi Fowler urgently attempting to enter the derailed train so he can help Abigail and Mack. Cash Newman stands in his way due to police rules, and the two clash over how to handle the crisis. Sergeant David Langham appears at the scene too, trying to control the dangerous situation as emergency teams work nearby. The drama then escalates further when Tane Parata ignores police orders and runs into the tunnel himself, hoping to save people he cares about.
Fans are now left wondering who will make it back to Summer Bay alive. The teaser also confirms the return of Darryl “Brax” Braxton and Ricky Sharpe in 2026. Their comeback has been described as ambitious and high stakes, sending part of the story into Western Australia. Viewers can expect scenes filmed around Perth, the coastline and the Outback, taking the action far beyond the Bay. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more Home and Away spoilers, news and updates.