A conflict with Maggie over firearms drives Joel to the outback to live in a remote village; a contractor destroys Chris's way of life; Ruth-Anne surrenders to love.

Maggie finds herself in the seat of power as Cicely's mayor but must contend with Chris's screwball fixation; Marilyn buys a champion stud husky that's more of a dud husky; and Phil is invited to play golf in the wilderness with Joel.