New ALS Lawyer Drew Ellis is young, black, arrogant, good looking and in need of a decent serving of street credibility on his CV before he moves off on his fast-track to Canberra. As far as he’s concerned, Broome and the Kimberley, is just the place to do it. Armed with a largely cushy white upbringing, a sexy car, and a sense of adventure, Drew makes his way to his new home, only to discover he may not know as much as he thought he did.
A flurry of racist leaflets and a lack of faith in him put Drew in bad temper. Sam and Drew remain on different sides of the fence. A courtroom decision has tragic consequences.
Their is a race to save a young girl from abuse, the predator’s ties with the court, make the task impossible. Archie and Clarry find themselves on different sides of the fence, leading to violence.
It’s festival time in Broome. Drew receives an ultimatum, Peter gets more than he bargained for, and there’s tragedy for two of our people when one lands in hospital and the other in prison.
In the aftermath of the festival, Archie and Clarry face court and potential prison-time. Sam makes a tragic discovery about his son as Drew makes a regretful decision about seeing his family.
Drew’s replacement arrives. Clarry struggles with prison. Sam’s son forces a decision, and Drew is left to make a life changing choice.
Aboriginal lawyer Drew Ellis’ sweaty, dusty journey on the traveling court is interrupted by tragic news. The circuit team is devastated, particularly Bella, who seeks solace in Drew’s arms.
Sam is back from looking after his son, and Drew and Bella’s relationship continues in secret, but Magistrate Peter Lockhart’s decisions at The Junction push the community to the edge of anarchy.
The inquest into Clarry’s death is tough, but first Peter has to deal with the fall-out from The Junction riot, while Drew’s argument with Mick over his son’s future draws unexpected hostility from Bella.
New magistrate Terri Oliver’s tough love approach is making life hard. Peter continues to battle an inquiry into his professional conduct, Archie inadvertently resurrects a ghost from Sam’s past.
Now back in the chair, Magistrate Peter Lockhart’s standing is under threat when he is discovered helping disgraced elder Harry Pope, and a confrontation with Mick results in a surprising invitation for Drew.
Drew’s journey “home” is complete as he walks the land of his ancestors with Mick and the elders. Sam and Louise’s wedding doesn’t go off without a hitch, but Peter finally has a win at Jalwarra.
