In Australia Irene, wine-glass permanently in hand, minds Cheryl Marie and faces a daily battle with possums as she strives to keep the house clean. Vera looks after grand-daughter Sabrina whilst Karen goes off for a weekend which becomes a fortnight with her bit of rough,Damon. She is less than amused when the returning Karen breaks it to her that she is expecting Damon's child. Irene,however,can barely contain her amusement.