In news that has sent devoted Home and Away fans reeling, long-running cast favourite Talia Reeves has confirmed she is officially filming her final ever scene on the iconic Summer Bay set. The actress, who has played fiery but loveable paramedic Mia Thatcher for almost five years, broke the news during a quiet moment on set—one she later described as “the most bittersweet of my career.”

Speaking exclusively to Coastline Entertainment News, Talia revealed that the decision to leave the beloved Australian soap was not one she made lightly. “Home and Away has been my world,” she said, admitting that she had been holding back tears since arriving at Palm Beach this morning. “This cast, this crew… we’ve lived through storylines together, but we’ve also lived through life together. Walking into the studio today knowing it was my last day—it hit me harder than I expected.”

Although the actress remained tight-lipped about the exact details of Mia’s final moments in Summer Bay, she hinted that viewers should brace themselves for a “huge, emotional farewell episode” that will have fans talking for months. “It’s a powerful goodbye,” she teased. “One I think Mia deserves—and one fans absolutely won’t see coming.”

Sources close to production say Talia’s departure has been quietly coordinated behind the scenes for several months, with writers and producers determined to give the actress the blockbuster send-off worthy of her time on the soap. One insider said the final storyline is “classic Home and Away—high stakes, high emotion, and guaranteed to leave viewers shouting at their screens.”

Rumours of Talia’s exit first surfaced late last year after fans noticed the actress taking on several outside projects, including a guest role in a new streaming drama and a stage production set to tour nationally later this year. Still, many hoped she would continue juggling multiple commitments while staying in the Bay. Sadly for fans, it seems the schedule finally became too demanding.

“I’m incredibly grateful for every year I’ve spent here,” Talia said. “But creatively, it felt like the right time to take a leap and explore new territory.” She added that her final scene—which she films this afternoon—will be one she “will never forget.”

Co-stars have been rallying around Talia throughout the week, with several reportedly planning a private farewell gathering once cameras stop rolling. One castmate described the atmosphere on set as “emotional but celebratory,” saying, “We’re so proud of her. We just can’t imagine the Bay without Mia.”

As for her future? Talia promises she won’t be disappearing from screens anytime soon. “There’s a lot happening,” she said, smiling through tears. “Just watch this space.”

Fans will have to wait to see exactly how Mia Thatcher leaves Summer Bay, but one thing is certain: her final scenes are set to be some of the most unforgettable moments the show has delivered in years.