Yahoo News Home and Away's Ben and Maggie Astoni decide to leave Summer Bay
Home and Away spoilers follow from Australian-pace episodes, which some UK readers may prefer to avoid.
Home and Away's Ben and Maggie Astoni have decided to go ahead with leaving Summer Bay, despite the fact that their daughters won't be joining them.
The couple made the life-changing choice in Wednesday's episode on Channel 7 in Australia (July 7), realising that it was time to put themselves first.
In recent episodes, Ben (Rohan Nichol) and Maggie (Kestie Morassi) have surprised everyone by getting their marriage back on track and making plans to move to Italy together.
Initially, the reunited pair hoped that Ziggy and Coco would both agree to join them for a new life overseas.
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Ziggy rejected the idea as she didn't want to be away from her boyfriend Dean Thompson, while Coco – who's currently studying away from the Bay – also vowed not to go.
Although the Astonis were unsure about leaving without their daughters, the latest episode saw them change their minds.
Maggie was most hesitant about the move, but Ben felt that it was their best opportunity for a fresh start.
Ben ended up sharing a thought-provoking conversation with John Palmer, who encouraged him to seize the chance to make his marriage work.
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Back home, Ben successfully convinced Maggie that they should stick with the Italy plan and put their marriage first. Are we entering the final days of the Astonis' time in Summer Bay?
Home and Away fans in the UK will see these scenes on Channel 5 in early August.
Home and Away airs on weekdays at 1.15pm and 6pm on Channel 5 (UK) and Mondays to Thursdays at 7pm on Channel 7 (Australia).
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