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Lisa Gormley (born 29 September 1984) is an English-born Australian actress and best known for playing Bianca Scott on the Channel 7 serial drama Home and Away. She is a NIDA graduate.

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Early life

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Gormley was born in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England and moved to the Barossa Valley in South Australia at age 3 and to a farm in Tasmania at the age of 12. She is a country girl at heart, Gormley immediately made herself at home spending her formative years on the 50-acre (200,000 m2) property.

At a young age Gormley appeared in youth community theatre with a vivid memory of her first play, which was Oliver. Gormley's attraction to theatre is that she is an only child and was really excited to have people around her. Community theatre was how she fell in love with acting.

Education and career

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Gormley attended Woodbridge District High School from 1997 to 2000. She then attended Rosny College in Hobart from 2001 to 2002. She performed as a courtesan in the school's annual stage production of "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" c.2001.

After finishing college, Gormley travelled to the UK where she became a flight attendant for Qantas.

When Gormley returned to Australia she was accepted into NIDA, in which she was involved in technical production, teaching, directing and acting.[1] She graduated at the end of 2009.[2]

Gormley appeared in the 2010 film Before the Rain. That same year, Gormley received the role of Bianca Scott, the sister of April Scott (Rhiannon Fish), in Home and Away. She left the series in 2014 after almost four years.[3] She returned to the role in 2016.

From January to March 2017, Gormley starred in David Williamson's play Odd Man Out at the Ensemble Theatre.[4]

Filmography

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Television
Year Title Role Notes
2010–14;
2016–17 		Home and Away Bianca Scott Seasons 23–27, main role (372 episodes)
Seasons 29–30, recurring role (23 episodes)
2015 Home and Away: An Eye for an Eye Bianca Scott Presto streaming special
2016 Home and Away: Revenge Bianca Scott Presto streaming special
2017 Home and Away: All or Nothing Bianca Scott Presto streaming special
2018 Bite Club Lisa Harris Season 1, Episode 8 (guest role)
2020 The Gloaming Angela Bloomhall Season 1 (recurring, 5 episodes)
2021 Rosehaven Erin Season 5, Episode 3 (guest role)
2023 Deadloch Michelle Buckley Season 1: 8 episodes
Bay of Fires Caley 1 episode
TBA Early Retirement Pamela Upcoming
TBA Balding Melanie Amno Upcoming
Film
Year Film Role Notes
2010 Before the Rain Karin Segment: "Nicky Two-Tone"
2010 The Filmmaker Mum Short
2014 Magic Words Mum Short
2016 Bloodgurgler Wendy Short
2017 In Extremis Claudia

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Lisa Gormley (born 29 1984) is an -born Australian best known for her long-running role as in the soap opera . Gormley was born in , , , but moved to the , , at age three and later to southern at age 12, where she developed a passion for the environment and rural living. She began her involvement in early, joining a local youth theatre group in the Huon Valley at age 11. Prior to her acting career, Gormley worked as a flight attendant for Qantas Airlines. She trained at the (NIDA) in , graduating with skills in , film, and television , as well as experience in technical production, directing, and teaching. Gormley joined Home and Away in 2010, portraying the character —a principal at High School involved in major storylines including a , , and family dramas—initially as a main cast member until 2014, with recurring appearances in 2016 and 2017. Her performance earned her recognition in Australian television, appearing in 372 main episodes and 23 recurring ones. Beyond , Gormley has appeared in other notable Australian productions, including the comedy drama Bite Club (2018) as Lisa Harris, the mystery thriller (2020) as Angela Broomhall, the comedy-crime series (2023) as Michelle Buckley, and (2023) as Caley, as well as a guest role as Erin in (2021). She has also worked as a casting director and acting coach, co-founding Acting True, a Tasmanian-based arts organization focused on training and production. Gormley resides in Tasmania and is an advocate for animal welfare, serving as an ambassador for Dogs' Homes of Tasmania since 2021.

Early life and education

Early life

Lisa Gormley was born on 29 September 1984 in , , . Her family relocated to the in when she was three years old. This move marked the beginning of her immersion in Australian rural life, shaping her early experiences in a region known for its vineyards and agricultural heritage. At the age of 12, Gormley's family moved again, this time to in southern . The rural setting fostered her deep appreciation for and sparked a lifelong passion for environmental conservation, as she embraced surroundings and outdoor of the area. During her time there, she attended schools in . Gormley's interest in emerged at a young age through involvement in productions. She began her involvement in the Tasmanian arts industry around age 11 by joining her local Huon Valley youth group. She performed in school plays and took on a notable role in a local staging of Oliver!, where the collaborative and expressive nature of made her feel "comfortable, at home - happy." These formative experiences in Tasmania's close-knit communities laid the groundwork for her pursuit of performing arts.

Education

Gormley attended Woodbridge District High School in from 1997 to 2000, where she participated in school productions that sparked her in . She continued her education at Rosny College in from 2001 to 2002, selecting drama and arts electives to deepen her training in theatre and technical production. After college, Gormley unsuccessfully applied to the () at ages 17 and 18, then took a in the before working as a flight attendant for Qantas from 2004 to 2006 to financially support her acting aspirations and gain diverse life experiences. In 2007, she enrolled at NIDA in , graduating in 2009 with a Bachelor of Dramatic Arts in .

Professional career

Early career

After completing her initial attempts to enter the acting profession, Gormley worked as a long-haul flight attendant for Qantas in the mid-2000s, a role she took during an extended stay in England following high school. This period lasted three to four years, during which she traveled extensively and reflected on her career aspirations, ultimately realizing her deep passion for acting while on a flight from London to Singapore. At age 22, she quit her job, returned to Australia, and successfully auditioned for the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) on her third attempt, having previously been rejected at ages 17 and 18. Gormley's NIDA training, which she completed in , provided a strong foundation in , technical production, directing, and teaching, equipping her for professional work in the industry. As a newcomer, she faced typical challenges of building a resume through persistent auditions and gaining experience in Australia's competitive theatre and film scenes, where opportunities for recent graduates often begin with small-scale projects. Her professional acting debut came in 2010 with a supporting as Karin in the film Before the Rain, directed by Damion Warren Zeiders, which featured interconnected short stories set in . This marked her entry into screen work, following involvement in and independent short-form projects during her final NIDA year, though specific guest spots remained limited as she established her presence in the local .

Home and Away

Lisa Gormley was cast as Bianca Scott in the Australian soap opera Home and Away shortly after graduating from the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in 2010. Bianca, introduced as the older sister of April Scott, arrived in Summer Bay as a language teacher fleeing a broken engagement, quickly becoming entangled in the town's romantic and community dynamics. Her role as a strong-willed educator who later rose to principal of Summer Bay High School highlighted themes of professional ambition amid personal turmoil. Gormley portrayed as a main cast member from 2010 to 2014, appearing in hundreds of episodes during this period, before departing the series. She returned for recurring appearances in 2016 and 2017, contributing to 23 additional episodes focused on family crises. This extended tenure solidified her presence in the show, where Bianca's arcs often centered on relationships and resilience, including a tumultuous to Liam Murphy in 2012, marked by initial passion and later betrayals. The couple faced fertility challenges, with Bianca's high-stress career complicating her , leading to a premature birth and the heartbreaking loss of their son, Rocco, to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) in 2012. These storylines explored grief and recovery, with Bianca seeking counseling and eventually finding stability in a relationship with Heath Braxton, whom she married in 2013 amid school-related dramas like a bomb threat at Summer Bay High. Gormley's performance earned her a nomination for Most Popular New Female Talent at the 2011 TV Week Logie Awards. She received another nod in the Most Popular Actress category for the 2012 Logies, reflecting audience appreciation for her nuanced depiction of Bianca's emotional depth. The role significantly elevated Gormley's profile in Australian television, establishing her as a recognizable face in the soap genre and opening doors to further opportunities.

Later acting roles

Following her recurring appearances on Home and Away in 2016 and 2017, which served as a significant launchpad for her career, Lisa Gormley took on a lead role as Alice in David Williamson's comedy-drama play Odd Man Out at the Ensemble Theatre in Sydney from January to March 2017. In the production, she portrayed a nurse navigating a relationship with a man on the autism spectrum, delivering a performance noted for its emotional depth and humor in exploring themes of compatibility and personal growth. Gormley continued with television work, appearing as Lisa Harris in the 2018 crime drama mini-series Bite Club, where she played a supporting role in a story involving undercover police operations and gang rivalries. In 2020, she guest-starred as Angela Broomhall in the mystery thriller mini-series , contributing to the ensemble cast in a narrative centered on a cold-case investigation linking past and present crimes in Tasmania. Her role expanded in subsequent years, including a guest appearance as Erin in the 2021 episode of the comedy series Rosehaven, depicting small-town dynamics and personal relationships. Gormley also featured as Caley in one episode of the 2023 Disney+ series Bay of Fires, a supporting part in a dark comedy about a family relocated to a remote Tasmanian town amid witness protection. In the same year, she portrayed Michelle Buckley across eight episodes of the crime comedy Deadloch, playing a local resident entangled in a quirky murder investigation in a fictional Tasmanian town. As of 2025, Gormley has several projects in development, including the role of Pamela in the upcoming TV series Early Retirement, a comedy exploring retirement life, currently in pre-production. She is also set to appear as Melanie Gibson in the post-production feature film Balding, a dark comedy about a narcissistic actor confronting rapid hair loss and personal transformation.

Directing and teaching

Following her departure from Home and Away in 2017, Lisa Gormley transitioned into directing, producing, and education, leveraging her acting experience to mentor emerging talent in Tasmania. In 2018, she founded Acting True in Hobart as a platform to deliver professional acting workshops, inviting industry professionals to provide training opportunities for local performers. The initiative aimed to nurture Tasmanian artists by offering practical skills development in a supportive environment, drawing on Gormley's networks from her screen and stage career. Gormley's directorial work through Acting True includes her debut staging of Alan Bennett's , a one-woman show starring Virginia Kamino, which toured with performances in from June 19–22, 2025, and a short run in from November 21–23, 2025. The production, supported by the for the Arts, emphasized character-driven and marked Gormley's expansion into direction. As a freelance acting tutor, Gormley has instructed at institutions including Cooper Screen Academy, where she shared insights on audition techniques and professional workflows with students. She also served as director for TAS from 2018 to 2021, managing auditions and talent selection for Tasmanian screen and stage projects to promote local performers. Through these roles, Gormley has focused on building the regional arts community, conducting workshops on fundamentals and .

Personal life

Philanthropy and interests

Lisa Gormley serves as an ambassador for Dogs' Homes of Tasmania, the state's largest dog welfare organization, a role she assumed in June 2021 after adopting her rescue , Sasha, a three-year-old cross, from their facility during the 2020 lockdown. In this capacity, she promotes adoption over purchasing from , drawing from her own experiences with rescue dogs during her youth on a farm, and has supported fundraising efforts such as the 2021 and 2022 Winter Appeals to aid homeless dogs in finding permanent homes. Her advocacy emphasizes the profound bond between humans and dogs, encouraging community involvement in welfare initiatives to reduce shelter overcrowding. In 2017, Gormley became the Tasmanian ambassador for , a organization, and attended their gala events to raise . Gormley's commitment to environmental conservation is deeply rooted in her upbringing on a family farm in , where she developed an appreciation for the island's natural landscapes from an early age. She has actively advocated for the protection of threatened areas, including speaking at rallies organized by the Foundation, such as the 2014 gathering in the Florentine Valley against the delisting of world heritage forests for logging. As a supporter of the rainforest preservation, she participated in the 2017 "Tarkine Together" documentary project, a 14-day trek highlighting the region's ancient ecosystems and cultural significance, which she narrated to raise about threats from and industrial development. Additionally, she joined the supporting committee for the 2016 , an event showcasing films on sustainability and to foster public engagement in local conservation efforts. Beyond her professional acting career, Gormley engages with Tasmania's community through participation in regional productions and initiatives that strengthen local arts . She has contributed to , such as co-hosting art and workshops with her dog Sasha for the Dogs' Homes of Tasmania in , blending her interests in and creative expression. Gormley resides in , having returned to after departing Home and Away in 2014, where she has immersed herself in the local arts scene, supporting sustainable community projects that align with her values of cultural preservation and environmental stewardship. She has publicly discussed the importance of work-life balance, crediting her return to for allowing her to prioritize time in nature, which she describes as essential for mental well-being and creative inspiration amid a demanding .

Relationships and family

Gormley has kept her romantic life largely private throughout her career. In a 2012 interview, she disclosed being single for the previous four years and expressed selectivity in partners, noting she required an immediate strong connection, or "lightning bolt," to take notice of someone romantically. Media reports in 2016 continued to describe her as single while discussing her on-screen chemistry with co-stars. As of 2025, no long-term relationships or marriages have been publicly confirmed. Gormley has described her immediate family as small, consisting primarily of her parents. Her demanding schedule on Home and Away from 2010 to 2014 meant extended time away from Tasmania in Sydney, which heightened her appreciation for family connections and home life upon breaks. Following her departure from the series, she prioritized returning to Tasmania to spend more time with family. Gormley now maintains a focus on privacy amid her post-fame endeavors in acting and directing.

Filmography

Television

Gormley first rose to prominence in television through her portrayal of , the strong-willed principal of High and sister to , in the long-running Australian soap opera . She appeared as the character in 395 episodes across two stints, from 2010 to 2014 as a main cast member and briefly returning in 2016–2017. In 2018, Gormley appeared in the crime drama Bite Club as Lisa Harris in 1 episode. In 2020, Gormley took on a recurring as Angela Broomhall, a photographer entangled in a murder investigation, in the six-episode Australian miniseries . She featured in five of the episodes, contributing to the series' atmospheric blend of crime and folklore. Gormley appeared in the 2021 comedy series Rosehaven as Erin in 1 episode. Gormley appeared in the 2023 Amazon Prime Video series Deadloch as Michelle Buckley, the supportive wife of a local figure in the Tasmanian town of Deadloch, across all eight episodes of the first season. The black comedy crime series follows two mismatched detectives solving murders amid feminist tensions. In 2023, Gormley guest-starred as Caley in 1 episode of the drama series Bay of Fires.

Film and theatre

Gormley's entry into film began with supporting roles in short films. In 2009, she portrayed Karin in the short Nicky Two-Tone, a story centered on personal transformation. The following year, she took on the same character name, Karin, in the anthology drama Before the Rain, contributing to one of four interconnected segments depicting life in on a sweltering day before a storm. Also in 2010, Gormley appeared as Mum in the comedic short The Filmmaker, which follows an aspiring director's awkward romantic pursuits. In 2014, she played Mum in the short . These early projects, along with other independent shorts like Bloodgurgler (2016), where she played , showcased her versatility in smaller-scale productions prior to 2017. Post-2017, Gormley's film work remained selective, focusing on character-driven roles. In the 2017 thriller In Extremis, she played Claudia, the wife navigating family tensions amid a supernatural crisis. More recently, she lent her voice to the environmental documentary short Tarkine Together (2021), highlighting Tasmania's ancient forests and conservation efforts. Gormley's theatre career reflects a deep-rooted passion nurtured from youth, where she participated in community productions such as Oliver!, her first stage experience that ignited her lifelong affinity for live performance. After graduating from the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), she transitioned to professional stages, emphasizing complex emotional roles. In 2014, Gormley earned acclaim for her lead performance as Brooke Wyatt in Jon Robin Baitz's Other Desert Cities at the Ensemble Theatre in , portraying a whose unearths family secrets during a tense gathering. Critics noted her ability to convey the character's inner turmoil and defiance. She followed this in 2015 with the role of Olga Danilov, a vibrant Russian artist, in Shaun McKenna's stage adaptation of Ladies in Lavender at the same venue, bringing sensuality and intensity to the post-World War I romance. Gormley continued her stage presence in 2017, starring as Alice, a determined nurse in a challenging relationship, in David Williamson's at the Ensemble Theatre, a play examining love, , and personal growth through humor and pathos. In a shift toward multifaceted involvement, she directed the 2025 production of Alan Bennett's A Woman of No Importance, starring Virginia Kamino as the witty socialite Mrs. Arbuthnot, staging the one-woman show in Huonville and Hobart to explore themes of reputation and morality.

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