Packed to the Rafters - Season 4

Packed to the Rafters - Season 4

Season 4

The fourth season of Packed to the Rafters, an Australian drama television series, began on 8 February 2011 on the Seven Network. The season concluded on 20 March 2012 after 22 episodes. Season four traces the family's fortunes as they attempt to rebuild their lives in the aftermath of Melissa's death. Strong family bonds ensure that traumatised Ben receives warm support as he takes his first steps back into the work-force. Slowly he learns to smile again, embracing a newfound interest in gardening and a growing friendship with his boss's daughter Emma, which might hold the promise of something more. There are further love issues in the Karandonis household, with Carbo and Retta choosing to elope rather than face the comic extravagance of a Karandonis wedding. Julie and Dave, meanwhile, are forced to deal with the consequences for Rachel and Jake of a dangerous accusation flung at him by a drunken woman on a rugby weekend away. Rachel's feelings for Jake are tested to the limit, especially when her boss throws into the confusing mix the chance of a lifetime to work in New York. The Rafters also wrestle with the unexpected arrival of new family members, not the least being the release from prison of Dave's father, Tom. Tom's never quite predictable manipulations ultimately force Dave to take a heart-breaking stand, and cause him to initially misjudge the intentions of his half-brother, Matt. Julie meanwhile finds a new best friend in Donna, though their initial exchanges are hilariously unpromising. Meanwhile Nathan is searching for new direction in his life and his desire to travel forces Julie and Dave to undertake some soul-searching of their own. Ted is also keen to find a greater purpose, mentoring a troubled twelve-year-old boy.
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Episodes22
DatesFeb. 8, 2011 - März 20, 2012
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Episodes

What Lies Beneath
Season 4Episode 160 min

What Lies Beneath

It's been three months since Ben and Nathan left on their road trip around Australia. Bearded and tanned, Ben returns without Nathan and smooths over his family's concern with a plausible excuse.

Feb. 8, 2011
In with the New
Season 4Episode 260 min

In with the New

As Council Clean-Up Days looms Dave gets the clean-out bug. He's distracted, however, by Nathan's return from the big road trip.

Feb. 15, 2011
Careful What You Wish For
Season 4Episode 360 min

Careful What You Wish For

Rachel wrestles with the potentially relationship-wrecking pitfalls of getting everything you want — particularly when truth is number one on the wish-list.

Feb. 22, 2011
Other People's Eyes
Season 4Episode 460 min

Other People's Eyes

The aftermath of Jake's ill-fated rugby weekend is fully felt as Julie realizes how much perception and misperception can affect the lives of her family and friends.

März 1, 2011
The Taste of Freedom
Season 4Episode 560 min

The Taste of Freedom

Nathan examines what it means to be free as he receives potentially upsetting news — his divorce from Sammy is final.

März 8, 2011
The Dollhouse
Season 4Episode 660 min

The Dollhouse

Ben lends a helping hand to Nathan's web site when he realizes the 'Parts Exchange' domain name runs as 'Part Sex Change.' Nathan doesn't understand the barrage of dodgy emails.

März 15, 2011
Sweet Sorrow
Season 4Episode 760 min

Sweet Sorrow

After Rachel tearfully says farewell to her family and heads overseas, Jake follows in pursuit of her.

Aug. 23, 2011
The Male Communication Handbook
Season 4Episode 860 min

The Male Communication Handbook

Dave relishes having a relationship with his recently paroled father; Coby and Jake are surprised by Alex's sudden reappearance from New Zealand.

Aug. 30, 2011
From Little Things
Season 4Episode 960 min

From Little Things

Ted is convinced that Tom is sneaking off to spend time with a lady friend instead of job hunting. Ben continues to take baby-steps towards rebuilding his life.

Sept. 6, 2011
Big Kids
Season 4Episode 1060 min

Big Kids

Julie steps out of her comfort zone and attends a burlesque dance class with new friend Donna; Ted avoids houseguest Tom; Nathan finds himself in a tricky predicament.

Sept. 13, 2011
Swimming in the Gene Pool
Season 4Episode 1160 min

Swimming in the Gene Pool

Grace tells her sons Jake and Alex that she's engaged, and both boys are happy for her until they find out that she has never actually divorced their father.

Sept. 20, 2011
You've Got to Have Friends
Season 4Episode 1260 min

You've Got to Have Friends

Julie's new friendship with Donna is tested when she discovers that Donna suffers from Obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Okt. 4, 2011
Tipping Point
Season 4Episode 1360 min

Tipping Point

Dave's successful friend Warney offers him a shot at the contract for a big office rewiring job. But blinded by ambition, Dave ignores the fact that he doesn't have a hope of getting the job done in time.

Okt. 11, 2011
Trust Issues
Season 4Episode 1460 min

Trust Issues

Ben opens up to Emma about Melissa's death, and the cathartic experience enables him to finally get some closure.

Okt. 18, 2011
Risky Business
Season 4Episode 1560 min

Risky Business

Ben initiates a night on the town with the boys, and everyone is impressed by the up-market nightclub he takes them to.

Okt. 25, 2011
Second Chance
Season 4Episode 1660 min

Second Chance

Everybody is up in arms about Tom's disappearance with the insurance money.

Feb. 14, 2012
Small World
Season 4Episode 1760 min

Small World

Julie comes into contact with Matt Jennings, an affable and flirtatious taxi driver. Little does she know, that Matt is actually Tom's other son — Dave's half-brother.

Feb. 14, 2012
Sign of the Times
Season 4Episode 1860 min

Sign of the Times

Dave's increasingly exhausted as the demands of his new job take their toll, and for the first time in his life he forgets his anniversary.

Feb. 21, 2012
Leap of Faith
Season 4Episode 1960 min

Leap of Faith

Ted is trying to find the new purpose in his life. He decides to do all the things he's always wanted to do, but has never had the time: home-brewing, volunteer work, finding a job — even skydiving.

Feb. 28, 2012
Butterfly's Wings
Season 4Episode 2060 min

Butterfly's Wings

Dave and Julie discover how one inexplicable chain of events can almost end in disaster.

März 6, 2012
Sleepwalking
Season 4Episode 2160 min

Sleepwalking

When Ben and Retta discover Carbo sleepwalking, they decide enough is enough — he's got to tell his parents he's already married before he hurts himself!

März 13, 2012
Endings and Beginnings
Season 4Episode 2260 min

Endings and Beginnings

Ben and Emma are both nervously looking forward to their first date. When Carbo and Retta return from the honeymoon from hell, Ben and Emma head out to a restaurant and enjoy a perfect evening.

März 20, 2012

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