again fled town. He returned late in the year, having spent the money and getting into trouble with gangs. He got attacked and nearly died, resulting in Caroline returning to him and getting pregnant. The two left into the sunset. Reception Since his departure Greg has become an iconic villain on the soap. His romance with Caroline has been described as one of Shortland Street's most memorable couples. Writer, Rachel Lang, thought Balme was perfect for the role, stating:"I was at the bank and there was this guy over at the counter and I thought, 'ooh he looks dodgy', he had that kind of look about him, he's quite a chameleon." A reviewer of the soap stated in 2000 that Greg should be brought back because he made the show addictive with his "badboy" ways. Balmes portrayal was so realistic, a pharmacist refused him service whilst he was on the show fearing he was drug seeking. In 2012, the character was named as one of the standout characters of the show's first 20 years. His final scene with Caroline has been voted by fans as one of the show's most iconic moments. References Shortland Street characters Television characters introduced in 1994 Fictional bartenders Fictional drug dealers Male characters in television