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7 Episodes 2009 - 2009
Episode 1
51 mins
Art Watkins seems to have found happiness in Broken Bay. The Far Out East backpacker hostel has reopened, he's getting along with his brother and his son, he's in a steady relationship with Eve, and his memoir is about to be published. But then his troublemaker father, Gerry, storms back into town.
Episode 2
52 mins
Vance recruits a crew to quickly tackle repairs to the Far Out East following the cyclone, but when Josh and Gerry pair up to reconstruct the rotunda, Art worries about his father's influence on his son. Meanwhile, Eve grows intrigued by handsome eco-celebrity Carter Smith.
Episode 3
55 mins
The rules of love and intimacy continue to be re-modelled as Gerry appoints himself chief matchmaker and love-god to his grandson Josh - who has been left reeling after a crushing blow from his girlfriend, Rebecca. Gerry takes it upon himself to ensure that the female guests of the Far Out East assist Josh with his romantic recovery. Vance also seeks solace from his ongoing frustrations with the female smorgasbord on offer at the Far Out East - while Melanie is distracted by a surprise visit from the supposedly-dead Terry Adams. Art, still outraged over Eve's dislike of his book, decides on a perverse type of revenge - by shifting genres and writing a romance novel. To his amazement, he enjoys the cathartic opportunities presented by the process. Eve, on the back-foot following their fight, makes several attempts to make amends with Art - but by the time he reciprocates, his gestures are ill-timed and awry and he's outshone on all fronts by the smooth-talking Carter Smith. Carter and Eve set about working on an eco-village plan - and Eve pitches Carter a potential site - the controversial piece of land she's been attempting to have zoned for conservation. Eve persuades Carter to propose a lease arrangement to protect the land from inevitable development and, as they join forces to front the local Council, their bond continues to develop. When Dale makes a cradle for Lizzy's baby, she becomes more certain of his affection for her - but when she attempts to develop their intimacy, his resistance leaves her bewildered. Melanie pays Vance a last desperate visit to beg for his love. Shattered by his response she makes a dramatic choice - which concludes their troubled relationship with devastating consequences.
Episode 4
55 mins
In the wake of Melanie's final departure, and Eve's separation from Art, the boys' father Gerry suggests a family weekend away to reconsolidate emotionally and support Vance. Despite Art's reluctance, they leave later that day. The men arrive at Bear Rock to find Gerry has tricked them into a men's weekend workshop, which includes a confessional outpouring in a sacred tepee convened by leader, Black Elk. Art is not impressed by a man who thinks he's a moose - especially when he confiscates his mobile phone. Men take turns revealing their deepest emotional issues and Vance finds himself unexpectedly connecting with Syd, the cross-dresser. The trip culminates in a confrontation between Art and Gerry about the 'pledge' Gerry made to his eldest son many years ago. Finally revealing the truth of his sexuality, Dale makes the decision to leave the Far Out East in order to 'find' himself. Lizzy remains supportive despite her inward hurt - and as she continues to prepare for her baby, she feels limited by her options and her desire for something more. Despite running into each other in town and being reminded once again why they fell for each other, Art and Eve can't seem to connect before Art is whisked away to the men's retreat. He's pleasantly compensated, though, when the first chapter of his romance novel raises interest with a publisher who suggests he could secure a lucrative writing contract. When Carter announces that the CEO of Evagreen, Mitch, will fly into Broken Bay to consider Eve's proposal for an eco village on the Palm Valley site, Eve rises to the challenge, and when Carter makes it clear his feelings for Eve are more than just professional, Eve is tempted by the prospect of untroubled romance and an exciting future.
Episode 5
53 mins
Following Dale's departure, Bev and Rosemary comfort Lizzy as her pre-birth nerves grow. Bev suggests that Lizzy move into Dale's bus and they get busy helping her to fix it up. Meanwhile, Art's star begins to ascend when he receives word that his first book, Gross National Happiness, has become an online hit amongst young travellers. Lizzy and Vance are increasingly drawn to each other, despite Vance vainly fighting to keep it platonic. After a hot curry lunch and some fumbling, Lizzy goes into an early labour with no-one around but Vance to support her. Bev, Rosemary and Len kick off their 'bucket list' with a hot air balloon ride, however plans go awry when the balloon takes off leaving Len and Dirk, the balloon operator, on the ground and Bev and Rosemary alone as the balloon floats into the sky. It's panic stations in the balloon, especially for Rosemary - but Bev takes the reins and her calm in the face of danger marks the beginning of a genuine friendship between the two women. Meanwhile, Vance - unable to find Bev - steps up to the mark, transporting Lizzy to the Far Out East in a wheelbarrow. With help from Art and Gerry, Vance reassures Lizzy and offers her his arm to bite on. With the welcome assistance of Bev, who arrives at the eleventh hour, Lizzy gives birth to Tulip Dale, a beautiful baby girl. Art and Eve's estrangement deepens as Art's attempts to warn her about Evagreen's possible motives are misinterpreted as petty jealousy.
Episode 6
55 mins
Devastated by Eve's relationship with Carter, Art takes off into the bush to avoid his troubles but ends up getting bitten by a potentially lethal snake. Meanwhile, Gerry also contends with nature, as he camps out on the beach since he's not allowed to stay at the hostel.
Episode 7
53 mins
With the Palm Valley site up for sale, Art and Eve band together to try to save it. Bev comes up with the idea to hold a dance-a-thon to finance the town's purchase of the land, and Terry Adams's lost legacy may prove crucial to their efforts.