Ep 2. Episode 2

After the sudden death of his wife, Australian newspaper columnist George Turner decided to quit his job, sell his home, and move to New Zealand with his teenage children, Shay and Arlo. Episode 2 of 800 Words opens with the Turners trying to settle into their new life in the small coastal town of Weld.

As they try to adjust to their new surroundings, they are met with several challenges. Arlo, who is struggling to make friends in Weld, is being bullied by a group of boys at school. While George tries to handle the situation diplomatically, Shay has a more direct approach and tries to take matters into her own hands.

Meanwhile, George's attempts to find work as a freelance writer have been unsuccessful. In an effort to gain some inspiration, he meets up with Ted, an old acquaintance, who suggests he take up a new hobby. George decides to try his hand at fishing, but the expedition doesn't go as planned when he accidentally hooks a shark.

In addition to these challenges, the Turners are also dealing with the loss of their wife and mother. As they go through her belongings, they discover a mysterious box filled with letters addressed to her from a man named Johnny. George becomes curious and decides to investigate, which leads him to discover shocking information about his wife's past.

As the episode progresses, the Turners must work through their individual challenges and adapt to their new life in Weld. While things don't always go smoothly, they begin to build relationships with the people around them, including Ike, a neighbor who runs the local pub, and Jan, a local who runs a farm shop.

Overall, episode 2 of 800 Words offers a mix of drama and humor as the Turner family continues to navigate their new life in Weld. With each challenge they face, they learn more about themselves and each other, and audiences are left rooting for their success.