Neighbours actresses Jacinta Stapleton, Freya Van Dyke and Lucinda Cowden film scenes in Melbourne

With the end of Neighbours imminent, actresses Jacinta Stapleton, Freya Van Dyke and Lucinda Cowden were spotted filming scenes in Melbourne on Tuesday.

The trio were seen filming outdoors, with a cameraman capturing it all, as crew members chatted with them in between takes.

Jacinta, 42, clutched a broom as she stood on a street in a pair of distressed jeans, which she wore with a white T-shirt and white sneakers.

Action: With the end of Neighbours imminent, actresses Jacinta Stapleton (pictured), Freya Van Dyke and Lucinda Cowden were spotted filming scenes in Melbourne on Tuesday

Her long blonde hair was tied up in a high ponytail, and she filmed opposite both Freya, 18, and Lucinda.

Lucinda, 57, was all smiles on set in a boho print dress, which she accessorised with a black belt, brown boots and brown handbag.

Meanwhile, Freya wore a pair of cuffed jeans, which she paired with a red singlet top, black hooded jacket and high-top sneakers.

Caught on camera: The trio were seen filming outdoor scenes, with a cameraman capturing it all, as crew members chatted with them in between takes. Pictured, Freya Van Dyke

Coming to an end: The series announced that production would be ceasing on the long-running soap in a tweet back in March. Pictured, Lucinda Cowden

Caught on camera: The trio were seen filming outdoor scenes, with a cameraman capturing it all, as crew members chatted with them in between takes. Pictured, Freya Van Dyke (left) and Lucinda Cowden (right)

She held a bucket as she filmed a cleaning scene, with Jacinta seen scrubbing something up high with the broom.

On Wednesday, Neighbours released its final cast photo, depicting the show’s beloved characters enjoying a picnic in a park.

The series announced that production would be ceasing on the long-running soap in a tweet back in March. 

Cleaning up: Jacinta, 42, clutched a broom as she stood on a street in a pair of distressed jeans, which she wore with a white T-shirt and white sneakers

Cleaning up: Jacinta, 42, clutched a broom as she stood on a street in a pair of distressed jeans, which she wore with a white T-shirt and white sneakers

Taking care of business: Her long blonde hair was tied up in a high ponytail, and she filmed opposite both Freya, 18, and Lucinda

Taking care of business: Her long blonde hair was tied up in a high ponytail, and she filmed opposite both Freya, 18, and Lucinda

‘We are so sorry to say that after nearly 37 years and almost 9,000 episodes broadcast we have to confirm that Neighbours will cease production in June,’ they wrote. 

‘Following the loss of our key broadcast partner in the UK and despite an extensive search for alternative funding, we simply have no option but to rest the show.

‘To our amazing, loyal fans, we know this is a huge disappointment, as it is to all of us on the team. We thank you for all your messages and support and promise to end the show on an incredible high. From here on, we are celebrating Neighbours.’

Happy to be there: Lucinda, 57, was all smiles on set in a boho print dress, which she accessorised with a black belt, brown boots and brown handbag

Happy to be there: Lucinda, 57, was all smiles on set in a boho print dress, which she accessorised with a black belt, brown boots and brown handbag

'We are so sorry to say that after nearly 37 years and almost 9,000 episodes broadcast we have to confirm that Neighbours will cease production in June,' they wrote

'Following the loss of our key broadcast partner in the UK and despite an extensive search for alternative funding, we simply have no option but to rest the show,' they added

‘We are so sorry to say that after nearly 37 years and almost 9,000 episodes broadcast we have to confirm that Neighbours will cease production in June,’ they wrote

Network 10 addressed the end of the series in a statement to Australian media in March, admitting it had been a ‘difficult decision’.

‘Today, Fremantle confirmed that Neighbours will cease production in June, after nearly 37 years and almost 9,000 episodes,’ a network spokesperson announced.

‘This difficult decision came after the search for an alternative UK broadcast partner proved unsuccessful.’

'To our amazing, loyal fans, we know this is a huge disappointment, as it is to all of us on the team. We thank you for all your messages and support and promise to end the show on an incredible high. From here on, we are celebrating Neighbours,' said the show

‘To our amazing, loyal fans, we know this is a huge disappointment, as it is to all of us on the team. We thank you for all your messages and support and promise to end the show on an incredible high. From here on, we are celebrating Neighbours,’ said the show

They added that the series would ‘not air on 10 Peach beyond September 2022’, marking the end of its decades-long run.

‘A much-loved stalwart of our program schedule for over 35 years it has been a staple of Australian television drama, and Australian cultural exports,’ they added.

‘Ramsay Street, Erinsborough, is a cul-de-sac recognised all over the world and has been home to Scott and Charlene, Des and Daphne, Dr Karl and Susan, Dee and Toadie, Aaron and David and many, many more neighbours.

Dressed down: Freya wore a pair of cuffed jeans, which she paired with a red singlet top, black hooded jacket and high-top sneakers

Dressed down: Freya wore a pair of cuffed jeans, which she paired with a red singlet top, black hooded jacket and high-top sneakers

End of an era: Network 10 addressed the end of the series in a statement to Australian media in March, admitting it had been a 'difficult decision'

End of an era: Network 10 addressed the end of the series in a statement to Australian media in March, admitting it had been a ‘difficult decision’

‘Network 10 thanks the cast, crew, all the production team and Fremantle for bringing the perfect blend of soap and sunshine to audiences in Australia and around the world.’

They also praised ‘the Australian fans and audiences for their continued support of the series’.

‘Their encouragement particularly in the past few weeks has been incredible. It shows that our audience still want Australian scripted drama,’ continued the statement. 

Getting clean: She held a bucket as she filmed a cleaning scene, with Jacinta seen scrubbing something up high with the broom

Getting clean: She held a bucket as she filmed a cleaning scene, with Jacinta seen scrubbing something up high with the broom

‘We have listened to them and there are exciting new local projects in the pipeline, which is great for our audience and for the local industry.

‘We are confident that the cast, crew and writers will bring their distinctive warmth, style and humour to the Neighbours set as they embark on filming the final episodes over the coming months.’

Meanwhile, Fremantle – the production company behind the soap – said they had been unable to come up with ‘alternative funding’ for the series. 

'Today, Fremantle confirmed that Neighbours will cease production in June, after nearly 37 years and almost 9,000 episodes,' a network spokesperson announced

‘Today, Fremantle confirmed that Neighbours will cease production in June, after nearly 37 years and almost 9,000 episodes,’ a network spokesperson announced

‘It is with sadness that after nearly 37 years and almost 9,000 episodes broadcast, we are confirming that Neighbours will cease production in June,’ they began in a statement on Thursday. 

‘Following the loss of a key broadcast partner in the UK, and despite a search for alternative funding, we currently have no option but to rest the show.

‘Everyone at Neighbours has been overwhelmed by the love and support from the audience since the news came out. 

All over: They added that the series would 'not air on 10 Peach beyond September 2022', marking the end of its decades-long run

'A much-loved stalwart of our program schedule for over 35 years it has been a staple of Australian television drama, and Australian cultural exports,' they added

All over: They added that the series would ‘not air on 10 Peach beyond September 2022’, marking the end of its decades-long run

‘The show has brought a sunny slice of Australia into the homes of millions of viewers around the world launching the careers of dozens of household names along way. 

‘But as this chapter of Ramsay Street comes to a close, we promise to do everything we can to give the show the send-off it deserves.’ 

Reports emerged in February that Neighbours’ future was in jeopardy after British broadcaster Channel 5 announced it would no longer air the show.

Last act: On Wednesday, Neighbours released its final cast photo, depicting the show's beloved characters enjoying a picnic in a park

Last act: On Wednesday, Neighbours released its final cast photo, depicting the show’s beloved characters enjoying a picnic in a park 

***
Read more at DailyMail.co.uk