800 Words

A recently-widowed father quits his job as a popular 800-word columnist for a top-selling Sydney newspaper.

2015 HD 60min Australia English

James Griffin Erik Thomson Melina Vidler Benson Jack Anthony

Comedy Drama

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S1E1 - Pilot 2015-09-15

George is a man who once skated through life but is now stumbling. When his wife dies, George makes a rash decision to move his kids away from Sydney to the town of Weld, New Zealand.

S1E2 - Episode 2 2015-09-22

George rapidly becomes the most unpopular new Aussie in town after calling Weld a "dead end town" in his column. Shay and Arlo also feel the fallout from their fathers faux pas at their new school.

S1E3 - Episode 3 2015-09-29

Questions are raised over Lauras death, and the Weld rumour mill goes into overdrive. George goes on an epic manhunt through the local populous to learn the source of the scandalous gossip.

S1E4 - Episode 4 2015-10-06

As he gets to grips with his status as the new ladies man about town George is dragged into a celebration (or not) of Welds x-rated history.

S1E5 - Episode 5 2015-10-13

When the earth moves under Georges feet, the opportunity for him to slay a demon from his past presents itself - and leads to the issuing of a very rash challenge.

S1E6 - Episode 6 2015-10-20

George throws himself into solving the mystery of Sir Frederick Welds missing head - when he should be solving a whole other mystery, one much closer to home.

S1E7 - Episode 7 2015-10-27

George speaks to Katie about Shays relationship with Ike, and comes to a realisation about his parenting.

S1E8 - Episode 8 2015-11-03

George tries to convince Shay to stay in Weld. The Women of Weld question the motive behind Jans arrival. Katie organises a camp-in to protest against the proposed development.

S2E1 - Episode 1 2016-08-23

George and Arlo implement a cunning plan to bring Shay back from Sydney. George and Jans seek advice from the women of Weld about their relationship.

S2E2 - Episode 2 2016-08-30

The whole of Weld comes out for a party at The Turners while George almost destroys his friendship with Woody over a rather large invoice and a lawn that needs mowing.

S2E3 - Episode 3 2016-09-06

George lands a scoop on the first day of his new job at the newspaper, but why is he under orders not to write about an eight year old mystery thats gripping Weld?

S2E4 - Episode 4 2016-09-13

Georges house is bursting with teenagers and he gets another chance to buy his dream house in Weld after all. But is it serendipity or just a bad idea?

S2E5 - Episode 5 2016-09-20

Georges first date with Katie is the only news in Weld, while Constable Tom and Big Mac clash over the invasion of the freedom campers.

S2E6 - Episode 6 2016-09-27

After a jet-ski injures a local, George is appalled that you dont need a licence to drive a jet-ski in New Zealand and wants them all banned. He discovers Twitter and opens fire on jet-skiers.

S2E7 - Episode 7 2016-10-04

Lauras one year anniversary approaches. George and the family prepare to leave for Sydney. Shay gets the blame for Ike staying in Weld and Arlo gets serious with Emma.

S2E8 - Episode 8 2016-10-04

Shay gets the blame for Ike staying in Weld and Arlo gets serious with Emma.

S2E9 - Episode 9 2017-01-31

George and Fionas dalliance is headline news in Weld, while Robbie goes on the offensive to save Fiona, all culminating with a rumble in the main street.

S2E10 - Episode 10 2017-02-07

George and Fiona put the heat on their new relationship with a dinner party. However, if theyre to survive as a couple, there are many dramas to overcome both in and out of the kitchen.

S2E11 - Episode 11 2017-02-14

George sees red when Arlo secretly switches school subjects. Fiona struggles in her new parenting role. And Woodys comes up with a novel way to relieve Principal Traceys stress.

S2E12 - Episode 12 2017-02-21

George and Fionas escape to the city for a romantic weekend away from the kids is a disaster. Arlo almost burns down the house down and Jan has huge, huge news.

S2E13 - Episode 13 2017-02-28

Jans pregnancy sparks a crisis between George and Fiona. Katie unwillingly gets Shay involved in an art scam. Arlo struggles with a long distance relationship.

S2E14 - Episode 14 2017-03-07

George struggles against the tide of Terry-mania sweeping Weld. The town prepares to open its first fine dining restaurant, but not everyone is invited. Shays art adventure has a very public hanging.

S2E15 - Episode 15 2017-03-14

George fears that Weld is losing its innocence. Brother Terry goes all out to prove his love for Hannah and theres a surprise visit from a very pregnant Jan.

S2E16 - Episode 16 2017-03-21

The fallout from Georges savage article is immediate. Terrys true colours are revealed much to Hannahs horror, and a triple tragedy strikes Weld.

S3E1 - Episode 1 2017-09-12

George and Fiona put the heat on their new relationship with a dinner party. However, if theyre to survive as a couple there are many dramas to overcome both in and out of the kitchen.

S3E2 - Episode 2 2017-09-19

Its D-day for George and the two other prospective fathers. Shay struggles with the fallout from the sea rescue and theres a major surprise at Woody and Traceys engagement party.

S3E3 - Episode 3 2017-09-26

Shay goes to the dark side after suffering from a broken heart and Katie resurrects a teaching career.

S3E4 - Episode 4 2017-10-03

George gets an unlikely message from beyond the grave while Woody’s top secret divorce plan unravels. Meanwhile, Hannah has a challenge convincing Constable Tom she’d be a top cop.

S3E5 - Episode 5 2017-10-10

Georges fears about Operation Quickie Divorce are realized when Woody discovers something that cant be hidden. Tracey eventually uncovers the truth. Shay gets more unwelcome attention from Ollie.

S3E6 - Episode 6 2017-10-17

George longs for solitude but his plan to get rid of his unwanted guests backfires. Woodys relationship with Tracey is on the rocks whilst struggling in his new unexpected role.

S3E7 - Episode 7 2017-10-24

George enjoys having the house to himself and declares war on punctuation.

S3E8 - Episode 8 2017-10-24

George helps Monty write the best man speech and ponders his own wedding.

S3E9 - Episode 9 2018-08-14

George gets an unexpected visitor after making his big decision. Arlo tries to navigate the Lindsay situation and Monty surprises everybody when he hooks up with Ngahuia again.

S3E10 - Episode 10 2018-08-21

Georges romantic night with Katie unravels. Fionas baby plans hit an emotional and financial snag. And boot camp comes to Weld.

S3E11 - Episode 11 2018-08-28

George and Katie test their new relationship with a winter camp. Arlo and Poppy grow closer while Shay struggles with Ike moving on and Big Mac has a grand tourist plan for Weld.

S3E12 - Episode 12 2018-09-04

Arlo two-times Lindsay and Poppy and suffers the fallout. George struggles in the parenting department and worries hes causing Billys stress problem. Shay gets an unlikely visitor.

S3E13 - Episode 13 2018-09-11

George and Woody fail to make up after Arlos shenanigans. Ike receives unlikely help from Shay in his spiritual quest. A council restructure has Weld at risk of being swallowed up by Stafford.

S3E14 - Episode 14 2018-09-18

The Turner family are forced to revisit their tragic past when a stranger walks into town. Poppys outback justice upsets some of the Weld locals and the republican presidential race hots up.