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7:00pm Weeknights on TV2

Actress Fleur Saville reprises her role as the lovable Libby Jeffries on TV2's Shortland Street this week, making a surprise return to Ferndale.

Since leaving Shortland Street earlier this year, Saville has been spending her time travelling, doing theatre work, and having a well-deserved rest, but says she couldn't resist coming back to the Street for this exciting storyline.

"It's been really nice being back in the building. I made some amazing friends during my time on the show, so one of the best things about coming back is getting to hang out with everyone again," says Saville. "I also really love my character Libby, so it's been good fun getting to play her again and for such a fantastic storyline."

Though Saville is tight-lipped about the true reason for Libby's return, she does reveal there may be some romance in the air.

7:00pm Weeknights on TV2

There's a new addition to the Cooper family on Shortland Street this week, when Amelia Reid joins the cast as oldest sibling, Bella Cooper.

Nelson born Reid got her first taste of performing when she was just eight years old, taking part in the World of Wearable Arts Awards. Graduating from Wellington's prestigious Toi Whakaari last year, Reid was thrilled to land the part of Bella so quickly after finishing her studies.

"I'm loving my time on Shortland Street so far. My first day on set was terrifying, exhilarating and wonderful all in one," says Reid. "I feel extremely blessed to be a full-time actor, being paid to play make believe."

Reid says she's quite different to beauty-school-drop-out Bella, but believes they do share some similarities.

7:00pm Thursday, September 2 on TV2

Ula Levi (Frankie Adams) sets her sights on the cute new boy at school, Phoenix Raynor (Geordie Holibar), on Shortland Street tonight.

Lonely since her arrival in Ferndale, Ula is pleased when she forms a friendship with Chris' (Michael Galvin) son Phoenix. Helping Phoenix with his homework, Ula realises she is developing a crush on her new buddy.

Hoping Phoenix will return her feelings, Ula decides to ask him out. But will Phoenix feel the same way?

7:00pm Wednesday, September 1 on TV2

A conflicted Maxwell (Robbie Magasiva) is forced to face up to his feelings on Shortland Street this week.

Struggling to keep his girlfriend Sarah (Amanda Billing) and ex-wife Vasa (Teuila Blakely) both on side, Maxwell starts to feel like piggy in the middle. But when Maxwell hears about an incident at work involving the pair, he can't help but side with Vasa - much to Sarah's chagrin.

Egged on by an angry Sarah, Maxwell reluctantly admits that he feels torn between his partner and his family.

7:00pm Monday, August 30 on TV2

There's an extreme makeover on Shortland Street tonight, when Brooke Freeman (Beth Allen) decides to give Wendy Cooper (Jacqueline Nairn) a helping hand.

Continuing with her charm offensive, Brooke agrees to help a desperate Wendy look sharp for her special family event that evening. Though initially unsure of the results, Wendy is then thrilled when she is given several compliments from the male staff at Shortland Street.

Receiving kudos for her efforts, Brooke feels smug with her new life strategy.

7:00pm Thursday, August 26 on TV2

It's a matter of life or death on Shortland Street this week, when evil Penny (Carolyn Dando) escalates her plan to kill Scotty (Kiel McNaughton).

Penny has been plotting Scotty's murder for many years, after the passing away of her father and her perceived role of Scotty's involvement. This week Penny puts the finishing touches on her plan to get Scotty once and for all.

Though Scotty has had his suspicions about Penny, he is completely taken aback when she violently attacks him, bundling him into the boot of her car. Feeling completely helpless and fearing for his life, Scotty dreads whatever Penny has in store for him.

"Scotty wakes up in the boot of a car with no idea of his location, how long he's been there, or what's going to happen to him," explains McNaughton. "It's an incredibly terrifying feeling for him."

7:00pm Thursday, August 26 on TV2

An unexpected kiss occurs on Shortland Street tonight, when Vasa (Teuila Blakely) puts the moves on her ex-husband Maxwell (Robbie Magasiva).

The pair have been getting on well for the first time in a long time, and it doesn't take Vasa long to realise she still has feelings for her ex-love. Confessing to Maxwell how much she is enjoying spending time as a family, Vasa then passionately kisses him, which takes him by surprise.

Will Maxwell reciprocate her affection?

7:00pm Wednesday, August 25 on TV2

Maia Jeffries (Anna Jullienne) reveals a little more than she intends to on Shortland Street tonight, when her risqu� plans for Nicole Miller (Sally Martin) go horribly wrong.

Wanting to do something special for her girlfriend, Maia plans a romantic evening, getting dressed up in a racy outfit. However, unbeknownst to her, Nicole invites the netball team to come back and party at their house.

As Nicole and the rest of the team burst in the front door, a scantily clad Maia is left mortified.