Sally's death

I still cannot get a definitive answer re Kate Ritchies' departure (or lack thereof) from Home and Away. The Sydney Confidential has a very vague article titled " Kate set to leave Home". while that in iteself seems to answer everyone's question they do not actually ahve any confirmation from anyone involved.

Currently enjoying a five week break following what she termed to be "a really big year,'' the TV star yesterday revealed she wants to be perceived as someone other than "the little girl who grew up on Home and Away.'' "It's been a fantastic experience but now I think I might be ready to look past that,'' Ritchie, 28, told Confidential

Seven refused to comment on Ritchie's suspected exit from the show and would not discuss details of her contract with the network. "Kate Ritchie's contribution to Home And Away over the last 19 years is deserving of the greatest respect and celebration,'' a Seven spokesman said yesterday.