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78 Episodes 0 - 1970
Episode 1
Sonny and Skippy sail a home-made raft down the river and rescue a runaway boy from a mangrove swamp.
Episode 2
At home alone during a violent rainstorm - and nervous about radio reports of an armed bandit on the loose - Sonny and Clancy are surprised by a suspiscious visitor. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Robert Bruning as Lucas, Tony Ingersent as Greg.
Episode 3
Sonny finds a man chopping down trees in Waratah National Park and when Sonny tells him it is illegal, the determined man insists that he owns the land. Matt Hammond has received word from Jerry of a bulldozer clearing land in the Park, and Mark radios in from his patrol boat that someone is building a fence down by the river. It transpires that "Honest Jack", a slick operator, has been selling blocks of land in Waratah National Park. For his final scam he tries to sell off Ranger Headquarters as an 'ideal home'.
Episode 4
Clancy invites Norman Dupree, a friend of her family and a talented violinist, to lunch at Ranger Headquarters.
Episode 5
Sonny and Skippy see a man get kicked off a cliff.
Episode 6
When a large number of animals, including two possums found by Sonny, start dying in the Waratah National Park, Matt Hammond calls in John Manson, a veterinarian officer, who discovers they have been dying of arsenic poisoning. Suspicions point to poultry farmer Ben Schuyler, who bears a grudge against Matt after being warned by him for shooting animals in the park a year before. When Skippy also falls victim to the poison, she is administered an antidote, but only time will tell if she can recover.
Episode 7
Skippy sees a large truck from which a valuable thoroughbred mare escapes from the man who stole her. The horse finds temporary refuge with Sonny in Waratah National Park. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Colin Croft as Beazley, John Paisley as Rix, Ross Higgins as Thurston.
Episode 8
Matt Hammond is expecting a visit by a man to assist with blowing up an abandoned mine in Waratah National Park. The man turns out to be an old army buddy, Toby Boughton. Later, following an accidental detonation caused by a wombat, Matt and Toby are trapped in the mine which is slowly filling with water.
Episode 9
Skippy, created by actor John McCallum and film director Lee Robinson, was produced for the Nine Network from 1966 to 1968. It told the adventures of a young boy and his intelligent pet kangaroo in Waratah National Park, outside Sydney. By the end of 1969, Skippy was reportedly screened in 80 countries-more than any other TV show in the world. It led to books, toys and a feature film called The Intruders (1969).
Episode 10
Mark and Jerry go to investigate when Clancy notices someone lurking near the helicopter hangar. Jerry is astounded to find someone he has known since childhood. His friend, involved in an armed robbery and with a bloodied bandage around his head, convinces Jerry he is innocent and asks for refuge in Waratah National Park.
Episode 11
Sonny and Skippy see a flying saucer but the story is difficult to believe without seeing Sonny's photographic evidence - which he has lost. However, that doesn't stop the story from making the news, bringing a reporter out to Waratah National Park to chase down the story. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Donald MacDonald as Ross.
Episode 12
An old gypsy woman takes her revenge on Head Ranger Matt Hammond and his boys in a way that proves more embarrassing than harmful. Even Skippy is powerless to prevent the trick. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Neva Carr Glyn as Esmeralda, Ben Gaule as Ramon.
Episode 13
The Great Carl, an itinerant puppeteer who is camping in the Nation Park, is jealous of his talented young assistant. A puppet show is held at Ranger Headquarters to raise funds for the RSPCA. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Kenneth Laird as Uncle Carl, Robert Reid as Steven. Puppets by Norman Hetherington.
Episode 14
Sir Adrian Gillespie arrives at Ranger Headquarters with news that Skippy is to be sent away to Sydney for a long-term scientific study to determine what makes her the world's smartest kangaroo. To avoid losing his friend, Sonny sets out to illustrate she's anything but. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, John Warwick as Sir Adrian Gillespie, Tom Farley as Professor Clifton.
Episode 15
In Matt's absence, an inspector from the Department of Civil Services arrives to evaluate operations at Ranger Headquarters. His strict by-the-book manner creates trouble for everyone and his panic during a crisis has near fatal consequences. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Don Reid as Oats.
Episode 16
Clancy's music teacher stops by Ranger Headquarters to share her concerns with Matt about Clancy's recent change in behaviour. Mark convinces Sonny Clancy is living a double life and is being blackmailed - just like in Sonny's novel. While Sonny waits to catch the blackmailer, Matt follows Clancy in Sydney and discovers the truth.
Episode 17
The National Park must be closed to the public after a number of animal traps are found. A recently released prisoner working with local miscreant Ben Schuyler is responsible but it is not just the animals that fall victim to the traps. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, John Unicomb as Ben Schuyler, Judith Fisher as Lucy Schuyler, John Warwick as Sir Adrian Gillespie, Roger Ward as Carver.
Episode 18
When Sonny and Skippy help an attractive young scientist in her research work on sharks, only the last minute arrival of Jerry and Mark in the Ranger helicopter can save them from a school of maneaters. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Valerie Taylor as Paula.
Episode 19
Clancy thinks no one has remembered her birthday unaware that Mark has been planning a surprise party. Matt and Clancy run aground in the Ranger boat and nearly miss the party when they must walk back to Ranger Headquarters. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Marion Johns as Woman Customer, Sue Costin as Betsy, Sue LLoyd as Sally, uncredited as Lucky Johnson.
Episode 20
As Sonny urges his brother on, Matt plays along with Mark's plans of going on an around-the-world bicycle trip with a friend realising there are enough obstacles to halt the trip without him putting his foot down. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Graham Dixon as Bob Raine, Des Rolfe as Mr Hobbs.
Episode 21
Sonny finds an orphaned baby wombat and brings it back to Ranger Headquarters where it runs amok. While Sonny goes in search of the mother, Mark and Clancy must help with Sonny's exams and Matt calls from Sydney is need of some important paperwork. With Liza Goddard as Clancy.
Episode 22
A professional wood chopper practising illegally in the National Park solves a problem for Jerry by helping him and Mark clear land for an emergency helipad. When the axeman's competition sabotages his car in an attempt to prevent him from competing, Skippy comes to his aid. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Reg Gorman as Jim Nelson, Peter Whittle as Ocker, Ronald Morse as Bell.
Episode 23
Two high-altitude hot-air balloonists bail out over the Waratah National Park. With the pair at Ranger Headquarters, Sonny and Skippy find the balloon and manage to get air-born. As the balloon drifts out over the ocean, Jerry and the others pursue. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Jeanie Drynan as Iris Temple, Gerry Gallagher as Roger Temple.
Episode 24
When Sonny and Skippy discover a number of wild horses in the National Park, Matt calls upon a national champion rodeo rider and his brother to round up the herd before they can damage the park. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Peter Armstrong as Pete, Peter McPhie as Cole.
Episode 25
Two botany teachers hiking in the National Park ignore Sonny and Jerry's warnings and proceed into a dangerous area only to run into an emergency when one is bitten by a snake. Skippy brings the snake back to Jerry who searches out the women to inform them the snake is harmless. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Pat Lovell as Helen Macauley, Clarissa Kaye as Judith Wright.
Episode 26
A pair of travelling entertainers pass through Waratah National Park en route to their next performance. When Skippy disappears during a magic performance by Alfred the Great, Matt realises they've been conned. But that's nothing compared to what Skippy is capable of - with a little help from her friends.
Episode 27
Skippy, created by actor John McCallum and film director Lee Robinson, was produced for the Nine Network from 1966 to 1968. It told the adventures of a young boy and his intelligent pet kangaroo in Waratah National Park, outside Sydney. By the end of 1969, Skippy was reportedly screened in 80 countries-more than any other TV show in the world. It led to books, toys and a feature film called The Intruders (1969).
Episode 28
Mark begins training so he can participate in the Waratah Athletic Association's cross-country marathon that is being run through the park. Despite taking a commanding lead in the race, in no small part due to a route mix-up, Mark isn't the first one to bound across the finish line. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Willie Fennell as Mr. Hogan, Harry Lawrence as Mr. Carmody.
Episode 29
Jerry is asked to be the Best Man at a friend's wedding but gets caught up chasing two hooligan's in a stolen motorboat and rescuing a stranded hiker. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Gregory de Polnay as Marcus, Bob Delander and Leon Gregory as Youths in Speedboat.
Episode 30
A shy and unassuming young woman visits Clancy at Ranger Headquarters. Mark makes an effort but Jerry goes out of his way to avoid spending time with her until Clancy, with the help of a friend, transforms her for a beach party. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Gillian Jones as Jane, Candy Raymond as Georgie, Gary Day as Mitch, Bob Watson as Rod, Roger Jones as Alan.
Episode 31
Mark's homemade Hi-Fi stereo comes in handy when the radio at Ranger Headquarters is knocked out during a storm preventing Mark from delivering his father an urgent warning about a damaged bridge. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Mark Albiston as Stan Wiley.
Episode 32
An old friend of Jerry's who works as an air hostess seeks his help when she discovers she's being followed by two men after her most recent international trip. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Nancy Knudsen as Maggie, Alan Tobin as Marnos, Lex Mitchell as Carey, Don Philps as Barton, Walter Sullivan as Jefferson.
Episode 33
An elderly ornithologist's determination to prevent a group of young water-skiers from using the river results in an accidental fire, endangering the natural fauna of Waratah National Park. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Richard Howell as Dr Ames, Jonathan Sweet as Brian, Gregory Ross as Alex, Frank Hyjber as Jon, Jim Marsden as Terry.
Episode 34
There has been a bank robbery and all unofficial vehicles into Waratah National Park are being searched. So, the two robbers have hidden the money in Matt's car in a treasure chest. In the park, the rangers are organising a pirate treasure hunt for visitors and have dressed up as pirates. Matt has hidden the money, which causes the robbers to follow the clues and join in the hunt to find the money.
Episode 35
As an amateur jockey, Mark is given the chance to ride Stormaway, Sir Adrian's best horse, in the Corinthian Handicap at Royal Randwick but when he goes missing before the race, Clancy secretly takes his place. Skippy places a $1 bet on a longshot, Wallaby Bill. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, John Warwick as Sir Adrian Gillespie, Les Foxcroft as Strapper, and featuring Gary Moore, "Clarence The Clocker" and Randwick Racecourse with the co-operation of the Australian Jockey Club.
Episode 36
Clancy's time with the Hammond family appears to be at an end when she sits her final music exam. Her departure is ensured when she wins a prestigious scholarship to study music in London. Sir Adrian asks Matt to select a Ranger to go oversees to work in Sherwood Forrest. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, John Warwick as Sir Adrian Gillespie, Kenneth Goodlet as Tom Merrick, Jessica Noad as Marian Merrick, Anthony Bazell as Mr Nielson.
Episode 37
Sonny is accused of being a dog thief by a man secretly training his sheep dog in the National Park. When the man's rival steals the dog he believes is rightfully his, Skippy helps round up the thief and the two men square off in an impromptu competition. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Tom Farley as Toby Bell, Stewart Ginn as Joe Farrell.
Episode 38
An amateur photographer shows Mark and Sonny some photos of an unusual animal which Matt thinks could be the long-extinct Tasmanian tiger. An expert is called in to verify the finding and while Mark has his suspicions, it is Sonny who discovers the men are working together to poach animals. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, Peter Reynolds as Crompton, Alex Cann as Dr. Tolkein.
Episode 39
Sonny wins a trip for himself and a friend to Sydney's Luna Park in a newspaper competition. En route, Sonny encounters a pickpocket who hides a stolen wallet in Skippy's pouch to evade the police. Sonny talks his new friend into rescuing a child trapped on the Ferris wheel. With Liza Goddard as Clancy, John Meillon as Nimble Norris, John Barnes as Inspector Cooper, Patrick McCarville as Sergeant Crowley, Howard Vernon as Businessman, Kay Tayler as Mother.
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