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Packed to the Rafters: Season 6

12 episodes Premiered Apr 23, 2013 Updated Oct 24, 2026

The sixth and final season of the Australian television drama series Packed to the Rafters premiered on 23 April 2013 on the Seven Network. The series is made up of 12 episodes. The reduction of episodes for this final run is due to the series making way for Winners and Losers later in the year. The program, which is an Australian family-oriented television and comedy drama series, continued broadcasting on Tuesdays

Previously on Packed to the Rafters

Season 6 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ Packed to the Rafters is an Australian family-oriented comedy drama television series that premiered on the Seven Network on Tuesday 26 August 2008.
  • ⚡ The series was created by Bevan Lee, Anthony Ellis, and Jo Porter.
  • ⚡ The drama series features a mix of lighthearted comedy woven through the plot.
  • ⚡ The series revolves around Dave and Julie Rafter and their family.
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Season overview

The sixth and final season of the Australian television drama series Packed to the Rafters premiered on 23 April 2013 on the Seven Network. The series is made up of 12 episodes. The reduction of episodes for this final run is due to the series making way for Winners and Losers later in the year. The program, which is an Australian family-oriented television and comedy drama series, continued broadcasting on Tuesdays in its timeslot on the Seven Network for its entire run, featuring a mix of lighthearted comedy woven through the plot.

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Season 6 Episodes

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S6·E1 Mytharc

High Hopes

Apr 23, 2013

Julie has high hopes as she prepares for Nathan's homecoming - but Ted's worsening condition threatens to burst her bubble.

S6·E2 Core

First Time for Everything

Apr 30, 2013

Nathan is working hard to build a solid base for Saskia and Edward in Australia and accepts a job offer despite its obvious shortfalls. Saskia is excited to be joining him but litt

S6·E3 Core

Setting Limits

May 7, 2013

When new employee Buzz brings his wayward son Jackson onto site, Dave begins to suspect his good nature is being taken advantage of. Meanwhile, Donna is mortified when she learns t

S6·E4 Core

Secret Women's Business

May 14, 2013

Having found a place to rent, Nathan's done all he can to prepare for his wife and baby's arrival. But when he gets to the airport, all the planning in the world could not prepare

S6·E5 Core

Reality Checks

May 21, 2013

An exhausted Nathan arrives in London looking for Saskia and baby Edward, desperate to find out why his wife never arrived in Sydney as planned and the answer changes his life fore

S6·E6 Core

Manning Up

May 28, 2013

Ted continues to drift between present day and his memories of the past, forcing both him and his family to come to terms with their new reality. Meanwhile, Julie's grateful for th

S6·E7 Core

Taking Stock

Jun 4, 2013

Carbo is happy with where his life is and all he wants for his birthday is a romantic night with Retta - just the two of them.

S6·E8 Core

Damage Control

Jun 11, 2013

Dave's enduring belief that nothing is beyond repair is put to the test when a crisis envelops the Rafter family. Frankie visits Coby in prison and after some initial awkwardness,

S6·E9 Core

Role Reversals

Jun 18, 2013

Ted is forced to acknowledge that he's becoming a danger to himself and others.

S6·E10 Core

Head vs Heart

Jun 25, 2013

It's a matter of head versus heart as Julie and Dave wrestle with their decision to sell their beloved family home.

S6·E11 Mytharc

Centre of the Universe

Jul 2, 2013

Friends and family gather to say farewell to everyone's favourite family. But before they say goodbye, some familiar faces reappear and the news of a pregnancy is extra cause for c

S6·E12 Mytharc

Packing Up the Rafters

Jul 2, 2013

The Rafters begin the emotional task of packing up their beloved family home. But is moving into a small, unappealing rental townhouse their only option? Dave suggests they put the

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