The Hardacres

It's 1895, and modernity - in the form of electricity and bicycles - appears at Hardacre Hall, as well as formidable new arrival, Lady Imelda Hansen, the mother of neighbour Emma.

Adella becomes increasingly resentful of Liza and plays a cruel prank on her. Imelda seeks to get to know Mary and Ma better and, spotting the gambler in Ma, introduces her to the game of bridge.

*Coming to Standard 8/19. Now on Premier. With Sam seriously ill, Mary places the house into quarantine. Imelda sends Emma to help with lessons. Adella spies a romantic moment between Liza and Edward in the woods, leaving her feeling betrayed.

*Coming to Standard 8/26. Now on Premier. In gratitude, the Hardacres throw a servants' ball where the staff are guests, waited on by the family. An announcement delights at the party, but a cutting remark leaves Adella hurt.

*Coming to Standard 9/2. Now on Premier. Imelda discovers Adella with Harry's incriminating letter. Joe fears he may have made a costly mistake. Imelda invites Ma to partner with her for an important bridge match.

*Coming to Standard 9/9. Now on Premier. The Hardacres are horrified when it appears Ma has bet the house and lost. Harry's university news is overshadowed by a new threat from Imelda. Mary receives support from an unlikely ally.