Примат (2022)

Jenny discovers her actions have had a devastating ripple effect for those she cares for the most.

Seduced by adventurous Cat, Sophie considers life outside of Melbourne, but when she raises the topic with Doug, it is clear his ideas for the future are firmly grounded with the baby.

When Tiffany learns that her ex-husband, Craig, is planning to move their kids overseas, she makes a snap decision that could completely jeopardise her custody case. Jenny is planning the ultimate combined baby shower for Bec and Bridget, and her nerves are hot knowing she has to face Callum's mum for the first time since cheating on him. Jenny's decision not to worry about what other people think has a ripple effect at the party when it convinces Rhys to cast off the fear of public affection that has put Jonathan offside. Meanwhile, when Sophie contemplates applying for a six-month internship in Kenya, she and Doug must face the possibility of an extended separation - and what it will mean for their relationship

Sophie is on edge as she grapples with her impending stepmum role, but when Bec's water suddenly breaks, Sophie is confronted with more than impending parenthood as she is left to deliver the baby.

Jenny is a ball of stress about starting her teaching rounds at Renwood, and visions of Tiffany are doing little to ease her angst. Dot tells her, if in doubt, try a dose of tough love - but when Jenny tries this approach, it only makes the situation worse. Bec tells her to ignore the troublemakers, but this doesn't work either. Finally, inspired by a chat with Bridget, she decides that the best course of action is to become mates with her students.

Bec realises how much effort Matt is putting in to look after her and Harrison and worries he needs a break. But in keeping Matt away, old wounds open, and Matt worries he's becoming a second-class dad.

In Jenny's last week of her teaching placement at Renwood, she discovers the extent to which one of her students is bullying a student.

When Jonathan and Rhys are the victims of a brutal assault, Frances goes on a crusade to obtain justice. In the process Flynn becomes aware of Frances' passion and skill as a lawyer.

Frances' surprise that it will be just her and Flynn in the law practice is soon overtaken by Tiffany's request that Frances take over as her lawyer in the custody hearing; the case starts tomorrow. Despite immense reservations, Frances agrees to help out. Matt and Bec's relationship continues to crumble as Matt emotionally disengages from the marriage. When an egregious claim is made in the courtroom that Matt is having an affair with Tiffany, Bec's doubts surface, and she wonders if there may be any truth to the allegation. Meanwhile, Sophie's declaration that she never wants to get married throws Doug and causes him to wonder if he's wasting time in a relationship that's ultimately going nowhere.

During preparations for her and Doug's engagement party, Sophie begins to feel a growing sense of dread. It builds until Sophie finds herself in the grips of a panic attack. It would appear that Matt and Bec have moved through their recent difficulties and into a loving phase of their relationship. When Bec discovers a forgotten sketchbook, which holds plans and designs for their ideal home, she feels it's the perfect time to finally get their dream house under way. But there is a secret that threatens to shatter Bec's dreams irrevocably.

Jenny feels uncomfortable about asking Glenn to attend the naming day, not wanting to upset Bec and Carolyn. Patrick remains suspicious about Jen's new man, but after a frosty dinner confrontation, he promises to make an effort - and urges Jenny to bring Glenn to the big day. Meanwhile, Frances faces a parenting dilemma when Jasmine asks her permission for Ollie to sleep over. Although confronting and uncomfortable for Frances, she learns that she has every right to be proud of her influence in Jasmine's life.

As Matt and Bec embark on their search for a block of land on which to build their dream home, Bec discovers money is missing from her bank account, and she's devastated when it comes to light who is behind it.

As Jenny renews contact with Callum, Bec and Matt fight for their dream block of land. Bridget is growing increasingly suspicious of Dot's cagey behaviour, especially regarding the bar girl, Sam. Bridget gets to the bottom of the 'truth', but lucky for Dot, she grabs the wrong end of the stick. Meanwhile, Sophie and Frances face unexpected obstacles in their relationships as each of the girls learn the truth about their perfect match. Three couples stand strong at the end of the day, but it may not be who you think.

The girls take 'Saturn return' to a whole new level as their year ends in an astonishing revelation, heartache and a horrific death. After her break-up with Doug, Sophie is handed the perfect distraction when Flynn tells her rebuilding is about to start on the Kenyan medical clinic. He thinks they should go over and be part of it, but Sophie is worried about Doug's reaction. Jenny, blissed out after reconciling with Callum, is further buoyed by news that she's a shoo-in for a part-time teaching position. Life seems too good to be true. It is. Bec and Matt, having just bought a block of land, are seemingly in a great place. But as Bec becomes increasingly concerned about Doug's state of mind, Matt decides that he can't keep his betrayal a secret any longer.