Season 1
(2008)
Overview
The first season of Packed to the Rafters, an Australian drama television series, began airing on 26 August 2008 on the Seven Network. The season concluded on 24 March 2009 after 22 episodes. The first season aired Tuesdays at 8:30 pm in Australia and averaged 1,904,364 viewers. The season was released on DVD as a six disc set under the title of Packed to the Rafters: The Complete Season 1 on 2 December 2009. The first season begins as Julie and Dave Rafter are over the moon when their last re…
Cast
Episodes
Pilot 7.0
August 26, 2008
Happily married couple, Julie and Dave Rafter are over the moon when Ben, their last child, finally decides to leave ho…
Playing a Googly 7.0
September 2, 2008
An unemployed Dave struggles to regain his manhood and position in the family, landing himself in hospital. When life …
She Ain't Heavy 7.0
September 9, 2008
Rachel's growing alcohol dependence sends her family over the edge. Her careless actions could spell the end for one of…
How Did We Get Here? 7.0
September 16, 2008
Sammy and Nathan's marriage is in crisis when she can no longer bear keeping the secret reason for their move into the …
Lines of Communication 7.0
September 23, 2008
Ben finds himself in uncomfortable possession of a devastating secret which could blow his family apart, and with Dave'…
Facing Demons 7.0
September 30, 2008
Rachel faces up to her shameful past. In flashbacks, she tells how she met, fell in love and eventually left Daniel, th…
Self Made Man 7.0
October 7, 2008
Nathan's world is turned upside down as Julie and Dave make a splash at his father-in-law's 50th birthday party. Natha…
Taking the Lead 7.0
October 14, 2008
Ben's world is turned upside down after a drunken one-night stand. Dave must face up to the secrets of his past while C…
Suburban Boy 7.0
October 21, 2008
Dave reconnects with his foster brother, '80s rock star Steve Wilson, leading to an offer he can't refuse. Meanwhile, a…
All in the Planning 7.0
October 28, 2008
Rachel is faced with a terrible decision. Ben gets the wrong idea when he stumbles upon a secret in Melissa's handbag. …
Away From It All 7.0
November 4, 2008
Julie forces her dispirited family to the beach for a restorative weekend away — leading to everyone feeling restored b…
Removing the Block 7.0
November 11, 2008
Ted steps back into the weird and wonderful world of dating. His journey begins when, encouraged by Louise's letter to …
Smile Through the Pain 7.0
November 18, 2008
Dave reluctantly bonds with Warney and discovers the beginnings of a surprising friendship. Meanwhile, Julie cramps Rac…
A Mother's Radar 7.0
November 25, 2008
Following on from last weeks adventure in the car, Sammy and Nathan decide to organise some time for themselves with a …
Natural Justice 7.0
February 3, 2009
Being on the electoral roll has its advantages; some may argue but voting being one. And others say it's not a good thi…
Having It All 7.0
February 10, 2009
This week sees Rachel still trying to find her life's path. With much direction and focus she starts a new chapter in h…
Changes 7.0
February 17, 2009
Dads and their daughters have a very special relationship. In fact, most Dad's like to think that their precious daught…
House of Cards 7.0
February 24, 2009
What do you get when you mix too much alcohol with sex? A one night stand! It would almost be crazy, or somehow forgett…
Over the Moon 7.0
March 3, 2009
This week Rachel is blown away by Rob's idea of "Happy Families". His idea is a bit over the top, but not in a bad way …
Losing the Touch 7.0
March 10, 2009
"Once upon a time in Dave's Magic Castle." All should be well in the world of King Dave, but with Queen Julie heading i…
What a Difference a Year Makes 7.0
March 17, 2009
What a difference a year makes! It has been a year in TV land according to the Packed to the Rafters show, and therefor…
Don't Know What You've Got 'Til It's Gone 7.0
March 24, 2009
Last week saw a huge surprise bestowed on Dave and Julie. With three grown up kids, and the youngest being born 21 year…