In 1986, the cutthroat world of commercial television news throws ambitious reporter Dale and newsreader Helen together.
Helen and Dales new alliance has become the talk of the office as they cover the much-hyped return of Halleys Comet. The closer Dale draws to Helen, the more he finds himself thrust into the spotlight.
When news breaks of Lindy Chamberlains imminent release from prison, Helen, Dale and cameraman Tim fly to Darwin. But theyll face fierce competition as they fight to land the interview of the century.
Helen is deeply apprehensive about meeting Dales mother, while Dale gets lumbered with Royal Wedding puff pieces. But their everyday concerns are thrown aside when a bomb goes off on Russell Street.
Dales career and his relationship with Helen couldnt be going any better, until his prized interview with an HIV-positive mother goes horribly wrong. In the eye of a media storm, buried secrets come to light.
While Helen is still reeling after Dales revelation, reports emerge of a nuclear accident in Chernobyl. In the face of great fear and uncertainty, the pair must confront who they really are to each other, and to themselves.