<P> Irene Roberts is a fictional character from the Australian Channel Seven soap opera Home and Away , played by Lynne McGranger . She was previously played by actress Jacqui Phillips from 1991 until 1992 when McGranger took over the role on 12 January 1993 . Irene was originally a recurring character , but on 7 October 1993 McGranger was promoted to the regular cast . McGranger is the longest - serving female cast member on the show , having played the role of Irene for over 20 years . </P>
<P> Irene Roberts is a fictional character from the Australian Channel Seven soap opera Home and Away , played by Lynne McGranger . She was previously played by actress Jacqui Phillips from 1991 until 1992 when McGranger took over the role on 12 January 1993 . Irene was originally a recurring character , but on 7 October 1993 McGranger was promoted to the regular cast . McGranger is the longest - serving female cast member on the show , having played the role of Irene for over 20 years . </P>
who plays irene roberts in home and away
who plays irene roberts in home and away
Lynne McGranger Jacqui Phillips
Lynne McGranger Jacqui Phillips