The BEST episodes written by Marieke Hardy
#1 - Centre of the Universe
Packed to the Rafters - Season 6 - Episode 11
Julie and Dave knuckle down to the stressful task of buying a house in Sydney on a tight budget. After thirty years in the same house, they discover they are out of their depth when it comes to real estate. Julie is also struggling with the fact that Ted (MICHAEL CATON) is having difficulty settling into life at the nursing home, and she seems to be the problem. After some advice from Eleanor (FIONA SPENCE), Julie makes the difficult decision to give Ted space to adjust to his new surroundings. It’s yet another reminder that she is no longer the hub of her family’s world, and the realization is both unsettling and liberating. But one thing is crystal clear – Julie and Dave will always be the centre of each other’s world. The return of Ben rattles Emma (ZOE CRAMOND) and Buzz (BEN MINGAY). Emma worries that seeing Ben will stir up old feelings. And when it becomes apparent that Ben still holds a candle for Emma, could the old flames of romance be rekindled? Nathan’s (ANGUS McLAREN) cheered by Sammy’s reappearance in his life. Sammy extends a personal invitation from Trish (SARAH CHADWICK) to a party, where they discover Trish has been very much changed by her time spent in a self-improvement cult! But amongst the fun, Nathan receives news that ex-wife Saskia wants to see baby Edward. Worried about the future, Nathan’s sure of one thing – he’s not going to give up his son without a fight. Coby’s released from prison and his presence has a huge impact on Frankie (BROOKE SATCHWELL) – something that doesn’t escape Matt’s (JACOB ALLAN) attention. He makes a selfless decision, allowing Frankie and Coby to fall into bed together. All’s well until Frankie freaks out. Can she overcome her insecurities enough to be with Coby?
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#2 - The Course Whisperer
Mr & Mrs Murder - Season 1 - Episode 13
Chef Bryce Cormac is killed in his renowned restaurant, Razorback. With no body found, the menu of suspects grows but which of them has the greatest appetite for murder?
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#3 - She Ain't Heavy
Packed to the Rafters - Season 1 - Episode 3
Rachel's growing alcohol dependence sends her family over the edge. Her careless actions could spell the end for one of them. Julie desperately brings the family together for a therapeutic barbecue but simmering tensions erupt. Ben finds himself the unlikely counsellor to both his sister and grandfather Ted as they confront traumatic turning points in their lives. When Ted's humiliating secret is discovered by Rachel, she unwittingly sets him on a path to self-destruction. Narrated by the Rafters' middle child, Ben, tonight's episode focuses on the dramatic and comic repercussions of his move towards independence and responsibility; and the on-going tension for Julie and Dave as they deal with the dark secrets of their family.
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#4 - Two Moons Rising: Back To The Empty World
Nowhere Boys - Season 3 - Episode 8
Ben 1 & Ben 2 are stranded in the empty world, & despite our gang successfully bringing them home; Ben 1 still wants to get rid of them. Ben 2 immobilises Ben 1.
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#5 - Two Moons Rising: The Trouble With Ben
Nowhere Boys - Season 3 - Episode 7
The gang are definitely back home, but unbeknownst to them there are two Ben's [sic]! One good and one bad - will the gang learn the truth before Bad Ben sends them back to the Empty World?
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#6 - En Vogue
Mr & Mrs Murder - Season 1 - Episode 3
Charlie and Nicola's hazard suits may not be the latest collection from Paris or Milan but it doesn’t stop them from entering the glamorous, fabulous and superficial world of runway shows, photo shoots and haute couture. Wild child designer Jonah Ellroy is a fashion victim of a different kind when a flying mirror kills him on the catwalk at the finale of his runway show. For a man who courted scandal at every turn, Jonah’s catalogue of controversy bears many who could be out for revenge. How can a molar defect, the language of flowers and high heels point to the murderer? As our Mr & Mrs Murder close in on the killer and a tragic tale of revenge, they must rush to save a life that hangs precariously in the balance.
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#7 - Taking the Lead
Packed to the Rafters - Season 1 - Episode 8
Ben's world is turned upside down after a drunken one-night stand. Dave must face up to the secrets of his past while Carbo strikes up a surprising friendship with unexpectedly romantic results.
#8 - Facing Demons
Packed to the Rafters - Season 1 - Episode 6
Rachel faces up to her shameful past. In flashbacks, she tells how she met, fell in love and eventually left Daniel, the man responsible for emailing their private video. Ted decides to move back home but what is he hiding? Narrated from the perspective of the Rafters eldest child Rachel, this episode focuses on the aftermath of her sex video and its repercussions on her and her family.