Next week on Home and Away, tensions rise as Tane confronts Jo, demanding she cease her interference in Harper’s life. Harper is currently grappling with the challenge of finding a new home, and Jo’s presence complicates matters further. The situation is strained, especially since Jo has shown interest in Tane, Harper’s ex-fiancé, who recently confessed he didn’t love her on their wedding day.

With Harper sharing custody of baby Archie with Tane, avoiding him is not an option. The sight of Tane re-entering the dating scene has ignited jealousy within Harper, complicating her feelings. While Jo and Tane’s attempts to date have been fraught with interruptions, their last outing was particularly awkward. Jo saw a call from Harper on Tane’s phone while at the bar and chose to ignore it, highlighting the tension between the three.

Frustrated by the constant disruptions during their dates, Jo eventually admitted to Tane that she felt out of line. Meanwhile, Harper and her sister Dana were shocked to learn that their landlady, Irene, is selling her cherished beach house to travel after her Alzheimer’s diagnosis. The house quickly went on the market, attracting interest from Jo and their father, David, who attended an open house.

Things took a turn when Jo found herself in Harper’s bedroom, contemplating the space for herself, only to spot a photo of Tane and Archie. The awkward encounter escalated when Harper returned home, further straining their relationship. The situation became more complicated when Harper walked into the surf club to find Jo briefly holding Archie while helping Tane.

Concerned about Harper’s housing situation, Tane offered her and Archie a spare room in his home. Although this arrangement would allow Tane to have his son nearby, Harper felt moving back in with her ex would be a nightmare. As Irene and Leah discussed travel plans, Irene received a call from the real estate agent, informing her that David had made an offer on the beach house. The reality of selling her home hit Irene hard, and Leah reminded her that she could take her time with the decision.

When Dana overheard Irene discussing the offer, she realized how close Irene was to finalizing the sale. Irene reassured Dana and Harper that nothing was set in stone and expressed her guilt over how her decision might affect them and Archie. Harper encouraged Irene to prioritize her own needs for once, and Dana agreed they would manage as they always have.

With their support, Irene decided to call the agent back and confirm her decision to sell. Later, Harper and Dana contemplated their next steps. Harper revealed Tane’s offer for her to move in, but she was adamant about not living there if he was dating Jo. When Harper encountered Jo at the diner, she learned that she and David were the ones who bought the beach house.

Harper maintained a brave front as Jo awkwardly expressed guilt about the situation, offering unsolicited advice about local real estate agents. After a polite exchange, Harper left the diner, her smile fading into a scowl outside the door. Believing she had won Harper over, Jo decided to take action to alleviate her guilt about purchasing Irene’s home and address Tane’s concerns about Harper and Archie being left without a stable living situation.

Jo sought out rentals for Harper, but when she visited the beach house with a rental tip, Harper reached her breaking point. “For the last time, I don’t need your help,” Harper exclaimed, demanding Jo stay out of her personal affairs. Upset, Harper went straight to Tane, insisting he keep Jo away from her life. Taken aback by Harper’s outburst, Tane made it clear to Jo that her meddling had to stop. He explained that Harper would never forgive her for the negative impact she had on her life, regardless of whether it was intentional.

At their next boot camp, Tane suggested to Jo that it might be best for her not to attend anymore since Harper often shows up. Jo retorted, accusing Tane of still having unresolved feelings for Harper. Tane denied this but admitted he does like Jo and wants to pursue a relationship with her. However, he recognized that Harper’s feelings for him were still strong, and he didn’t want to exacerbate the situation.

Despite Jo’s insistence that Harper encouraged her to take a chance with Tane a few weeks prior, Tane remained firm in his decision. Confiding in Levi, Jo expressed her difficulty in letting go of what could have been with Tane. On impulse, she visited Tane, declaring her intention to stay away from him moving forward. But before leaving, she kissed him, ensuring he understood what he was giving up.

Stay tuned for more updates as the drama unfolds in Home and Away, where relationships are tested, and emotions run high in the ever-turbulent world of Summer Bay.