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12 Episodes 1992 - 1992
Episode 1
Michael introduces us to his family, his mother Noeline and her long time partner Laurie, who live in a million dollar waterfront mansion in the Sydney suburb of Sylvania Waters.
Episode 2
It's Christmas, Michael is in the UK on a school football trip, and Paul's uneasy relationship with Laurie threatens to ruin the family festivities.
Episode 3
Noeline finally visits Paul and Dione at their home, and is horrified by their living conditions. Laurie and Mick consider becoming joint owners of an expensive race car, however his doctor has major concerns about his health.
Episode 4
Fresh from the hairdresser, Noeline arrives at the hospital with a bottle of Dom Pérignon as Dione gives birth to Paul's son, Kane. The family later comes together for Mick and Yvette's daughter Lisa's third birthday.
Episode 5
As Laurie prepares for his physical to drive the race car, Noeline forces him on a diet while he cuts down on his alcohol intake.
Episode 6
Noeline hosts a party for the girls with a muscular black male stripper as the entertainment, provoking mixed reactions from the men of the family. Dione discusses her sex life post pregnancy with her sister.
Episode 7
Laurie and Michael fight over Michael's birthday party plans. Eventually, the party is canceled, and the family gather for a smaller celebration at the house instead. Paul and Dione plan their wedding.
Episode 8
Dione pressures Paul to get his buck's party organized, but he is more concerned with his financial situation. The family watch the Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on television and give their opinions.
Episode 9
Noeline is stressed because of the tensions between Laurie and her children, and gets into the habit of drinking eight bourbon and cokes a night. She begins to consider if she has a drinking problem.
Episode 10
Noeline stops drinking bourbon on weekdays, and decides to give up smoking. Paul spends his buck's nights with his mates at home, while Dione stays all night in Kings Cross with the girls.
Episode 11
Paul and Dione get married, while Noeline has second thoughts about eloping in Europe with Laurie.
Episode 12
On Mother's Day, Noeline and Laurie host a farewell gathering, where Noeline breaks into tears after newlyweds Paul and Dione arrive and start bickering. Later, Noeline and Laurie fly off to Europe.