The nominees for the prestigious Australian of the Year are introduced: Phil Olivetti, Ricky Wong, Ja'mie King, and Daniel Sims.

Pat Mullins, an elite roller, and Daniel Sims, an eardrum-donating teen, are introduced as nominees; Ja'mie hosts a sleepover; Ricky auditions for a play.

Ricky begins rehearsals for his Chinese student production; Ja'mie visits her sponsor child; Daniel has a chance to speak with a reporter; Phil talks to a scout group.

The nominees face obstacles on their journey toward the Australian of the Year finals; Phil throws a barbecue for a judge.

Ricky receives an ultimatum from his father. State finalists are notified and the nominees wait for the important call.

The nominees head to Canberra for the Australian of the Year state finals.