The Dumping Ground: Season 9
Season 9 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of The Dumping Ground Season 8.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 9 Progress Shield
Moment of Truth
Jun 11, 2021 · 27 min
Lying is a way of life for Jay and it always gets him out of trouble. But, when he is guilty of stealing a laptop, Jay cannot fall back on his lies, he must tell the truth.
Sweet and Sour
Jun 18, 2021 · 28 min
Deciding to tackle her anger issues head on, Jody goes to counselling sessions. However, as the questions get tougher, Jody must rise to the challenge and face the darkest of her d
The Remote
Jun 25, 2021 · 29 min
Sasha has the perfect spot on the sofa, but she is not the only one with a game plan as alliances are formed and friendships are tested, all in a fight for the coveted TV remote.
The Diwata of Ogleton Wood
Jul 2, 2021 · 29 min
Unearthing a box of her Mum’s belongings, Taz is pulled into a mystery surrounding the fate of local woods. To solve it, she will have to come face to face with tough memories.
Old Friends
Jul 9, 2021 · 28 min
Shocked to meet Fred’s original owner, Sid’s world is turned upside down as he faces a race against time to retrieve Fred and stake his claim to his best friend.
Partners in Crime
Jul 16, 2021 · 28 min
Consistently ignored by the others, Floss has had enough. When a new arrival offers Floss a deal she can’t refuse, Floss’s selfishness goes into overdrive, with big consequences.
Festival Fibber
Jul 23, 2021 · 29 min
Sasha has had the best night of her life at the Electrik Rokk Festival, even if May-Li banned her from going. However, now someone knows she was there, and Sasha needs to stop them
Losing Your Cool
Jul 30, 2021 · 28 min
Jay’s cool persona is put under the microscope after he falls for a girl.
Memory Lane
Aug 6, 2021 · 28 min
May-Li’s forced to confront her troubled relationship with her family after her glamorous and successful cousin makes a surprise visit to the DG with some big news!
Run, Rescue, Repeat
Aug 13, 2021 · 28 min
Shocked to see her younger brother Murphy arrive at the DG, Sasha’s patience is pushed to the limit as she questions if she can really tame this tearaway.
Saviour
Jan 21, 2022 · 28 min
Fresh from a visit to her mum, Ruby is keen to make it up to an old friend. However, when her fears grow that they might be in trouble, Ruby must risk it all to help save them.
Friend Zone
Jan 28, 2022 · 28 min
It’s the day of Sasha’s art exhibit, and Jody has forgotten. Hoping to make it up to her, Jody makes a mistake that threatens to damage their friendship forever.
Face to Face
Feb 4, 2022 · 28 min
Shocked to find out that her real mum has finally been found, Floss must process what this means for her and Ross, setting up a meeting that could change her future forever.
Finders Keepers
Feb 11, 2022 · 28 min
Finding a case of cash in the woods, Bird is faced with a dilemma. But when others discover his secret, new threats emerge that forces him into extreme action to protect himself.
The Beat Goes On
Feb 18, 2022 · 29 min
Meeting her idol Drew from the Death Night Thrashers, Sasha resorts to devious tactics to keep the band from splitting up as she also nears a crossroads in her own life.
The Brothers Murray
Feb 25, 2022 · 28 min
Pressure mounts on Scott after his brother Nathan comes to work at the DG. As the brothers try to build bridges, Scott makes a silly mistake that threatens to derail his career.
Rocket Man
Mar 4, 2022 · 30 min
Sid is excited about launching his new drone, but life in the DG comes with responsibilities and, not wanting to be distracted, he will do just about anything to escape.
Stand Up
Mar 11, 2022 · 27 min
Rocked after receiving racist abuse online, Bird tries to focus on his comedy. However, while anger threatens to blow, others choose to take action against the abusers.
The Master Plan
Mar 18, 2022 · 27 min
It’s the busiest day of May-Li’s career and everything must run smoothly. But when a young person goes missing, her plans threaten to collapse in tatters.
Breaking Chains
Mar 25, 2022 · 28 min
Shocked to receive devastating news about her older brother Kingsley, Jody tries to regroup with the help of an unlikely ally but finds her own future hanging in the balance.