Ep 15. It's My Party

It's My Party is the fifteenth episode of the second season of the Australian family drama television series, Packed to the Rafters. The show follows the lives of the Rafter family, a tight-knit family based in Sydney, and the various challenges they face as they navigate through life.

In this episode, it's Ben Rafter's birthday, and his family is planning a surprise party for him. However, when Ben discovers that his friends have planned a night out in the city for him, he tries to convince his family to let him go out with them instead of having a party at home. But, with the help of his siblings, Nathan and Rachel, his parents, Dave and Julie, and his grandfather, Ted, Ben's family convinces him to stay for the party.

The episode showcases the struggles of the Rafter family to balance their personal and professional lives, as well as their relationships with each other. Dave is at a crossroads in his career, with a potential job offer in Melbourne, leaving Julie to consider her own career prospects. Rachel is dealing with the fallout of her recent breakup, while Nathan is struggling to come to terms with his own sexuality.

Through it all, the family manages to support each other through their problems and come together to celebrate Ben's birthday. Along the way, there are comedic moments, emotional scenes, and heartwarming messages that make this episode a standout in the season.

Overall, It's My Party is a poignant and well-executed episode of Packed to the Rafters, showcasing the show's strength in weaving together multiple storylines into a cohesive and engaging narrative. Fans of the show will not be disappointed.