Rachel's doubts are intensified as she visits Jake to invite him to her farewell dinner. One thing leads to another and the invitation inevitably turns into a moment of good-bye passion. With Rachel now confused, Nathan convinces her she's made the right decision and she'll regret it forever if she doesn't go. Dave's father, Tom, announces his parole has come through and he's looking forward to spending more time with the family. Rachel tearfully farewells her family and sets off overseas, but Jake takes off in pursuit, determined to catch her, resulting in an emotional roadside exchange between the two lovers.

Episode Viewers and Ratings

Season 4 Episode 7 of Packed to the Rafters resulted in a 0.00 rating in the 18-49 demographic.

Packed to the Rafters Season 4 Episodes...

• s04e01 - What Lies Beneath
• s04e02 - In With The New
• s04e03 - Careful What You Wish For
• s04e04 - Other People's Eyes
• s04e05 - The Taste of Freedom
• s04e06 - The Dollhouse
• s04e07 - Sweet Sorrow
• s04e08 - The Male Communication Handbook
• s04e09 - From Little Things
• s04e10 - Big Kids
• s04e11 - Swimming in the Gene Pool
• s04e12 - You've Got To Have Friends
• s04e13 - Tipping Point
• s04e14 - Trust Issues
• s04e15 - Risky Business
• s04e16 - Second Chance
• s04e17 - Small World
• s04e18 - Sign of the Times
• s04e19 - Leap of Faith
• s04e20 - Butterfly's Wings
• s04e21 - Sleepwalking
• s04e22 - Endings and Beginnings

Packed to the Rafters Show Summary

After 25 years of marriage, parents Dave and Julie are about to have the house to themselves as their last child finally moves out of home. However, just as peace and quiet looms, a series of unexpected events see their three children Rachel, Ben and Nathan return home to once-again create a full house.