Dalliance

Retired cameraman Billy and struggling chef Dani meet aboard a spectator ferry during a skiff race on Sydney Harbour. When Dani reluctantly helps Billy hide from his brother, Billy places her tip on a long odds bet in the race. They celebrate a big win and afterwards Billy pays the winnings to Dani for a lift home. He insists she come inside to meet his wife, Rose. The two women hit it off and Rose consents to Dani’s unusual request to “rent” Billy as a date for a night out. Series premiere.

Rose presses Dani for answers about the night she went out with Billy, but Dani only gives her a version of the truth. Luke dives headfirst into the world of online dating as Sarah and Manaaki have a week of great sex. Emotions boil over when the group of friends reunite: Sarah overhears Manaaki gossiping about her; Luke delivers Adele a painful truth as to why he’s blown up their marriage, and Rose confesses to Emma that she let another woman rent her husband for a night.

Rose struggles as tensions between her and Emma grow. Meanwhile, Emma tracks down Gary to learn more about his rift with her father. Manny helps Sarah explore a dating app, as Luke attempts to repair his relationship with Adele.

Things between Sarah and her new love interest get serious, as Manny admits he's caught feelings. Rex and Dylan break up, while Adele gives Luke a brutally honest assessment of their marriage. Dani's friendship with Rose is rocked by a hidden truth.

Emma, questioning her paternity, seeks out Gary for answers. Rose apologizes to Dani for pulling her into her family's chaos, before confronting Adele about her relentless insensitivity. Manny tries to win Sarah back but it's too late.

Emma announces she's sent off Gary's DNA for testing, causing Rose to spiral even further. Manny declares his love to Sarah. Opening night at Dani's restaurant is a triumph, until Rose arrives and confronts her about her lies. Season finale.