Home and Away confirms fostering twist in Tane's baby storyline

 His friends aren't keen on the idea.

Home and Away has confirmed a big fostering twist in Tane Parata's baby storyline.

Tane previously found a baby who had been abandoned in a bag at the beach, and as reported by Australia's TV Week, his friends are concerned by the fact he won't leave the newborn's side at the hospital, and won't even eat or sleep unless a doctor was also in the room.

He's also named the baby Maia, which is the Māori word for courage.

Ethan Browne, who plays Tane, told the publication that the character "is doing his best to move forward and focus on life after the split.

"He's trying to figure out what to do with himself, but he's doing very well and the future is looking hopeful.

"He wants the best for this baby and to make sure she's placed in a proper home and care. He can't help but feel responsible for her, as he found her."

Home and Away airs weekdays at 1.45pm on Channel 5, with repeat screenings at 6pm on 5STAR and first look screenings at 6.30pm on 5STAR. Selected classic episodes are available via Prime Video in the UK.