Josh West (Home and Away)

Josh West was a fictional character from the Australian soap opera Home and Away, played by Daniel Collopy. He appeared on the show from 1999 to 2001.

Josh was introduced as a troubled teenager who came to Summer Bay High. He was initially presented as a rebellious and somewhat delinquent character, known for his bad attitude and involvement in petty crime.

Key storylines involving Josh included his relationships with several female characters, particularly his on-off relationship with Hayley Smith (played by Bec Cartwright). He also struggled with issues of abandonment and identity, stemming from a difficult family background.

Josh's character development saw him attempting to reform his behaviour and integrate into the Summer Bay community. He took steps towards rehabilitation and attempted to build meaningful relationships, but his past often hindered his progress. Ultimately, Josh left Summer Bay to start afresh elsewhere.

The character's portrayal received mixed reception, with some viewers finding his storylines engaging while others viewed him as a stereotypical "bad boy" character. His exit marked the conclusion of his character arc within the series.