An introduction to five unique Australians who've been nominated for the Australian of the Year Award. Phil, a rescue hero who saved nine children in a jumping castle accident; Ricky, a Chinese physics genius and aspiring actor.
Meet the friends and family of the five Australian of the Year nominees. Phil grapples with his newfound fame. Ja'mie has a sleepover with her friends. Ricky auditions for "Indigeridoo". Daniel and Nathan spend a day in Dunt.
The nominees get a chance to demonstrate why they should be the Australian of the Year. Phil teaches rescue techniques to a scout group. Ja'mie visits a detention centre. Ricky begins rehearsals for "Indigeridoo".
The nominees face obstacles on their journey towards the Australian of the Year finals. Phil tries to bribe a judge on the selection committee. Ja'mie performs in a shock assembly presentation. Ricky tells his father that he intends to be an actor.
State finalists are notified and the nominees wait for the important call. Ja'mie receives news that all her sponsor children have died. Phil is rejected as a finalist, but lies to his family about the result.
The nominees head to Canberra for the state finals. Ja'mie brings her sponsor child to the awards. Daniel and Nathan are more interested in fireworks than the awards.
