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When you're in training, it seems like there are distractions everywhere.

So if you're going to stick with the program, you have to develop a kind of

tunnel vision, which makes all those distractions fade away.

No one wants to walk around with tunnel vision all the time.

Sometimes you actually like those distractions.

This one, for instance, is one of my favourites.

Sorry?

I said, what have you been putting in your cornflakes, rocket field?

Something like that.

Whatever it is, it's working. You were awesome out there.

Thanks. You're not doing so badly yourself.

Rachel, Corey, come on, you two simos waiting.

OK, a couple of announcements.

First, in case anybody's forgotten, there's a regional comp this weekend.

I know comp fatigue might be starting to set in, but with our finals just around

the corner, I want you to treat it as a chance to hone your competitive skills.

Second, paper called the National Paper.

They want to do a feature on the Academy.

At the end of each photo?

Yep, photographer coming tomorrow.

Paparazzi is finally coming to Bluewater. Well, I don't have a thing to

Well, sorry to disappoint you, but you won't all be involved.

They want to do a day in the life of one boy and one girl as they prepare for a

typical comp.

Just one boy and one girl? Yeah. Who will you pick?

Yeah. How will you choose?

Well, I thought the fairest way would be to reward those who've been performing

the best.

And at the top of the scoreboard are Rachel and Corey.

Good work, guys.

Yeah. Just don't let it go to your head. And when Hollywood calls, don't forget

who your real mates are.

You may need it to get on the way back down.

Thanks, Simmo. Don't thank me. You've earned it.

Sure picked the right moment to be on top, huh?

Not that it'll help us win anything.

It all helps, Rach.

We've got to get our names out there if we want sponsors.

Listen to you. You've already got your whole career plan worked out, haven't

you? What's wrong with that?

Come on.

I've seen how focused you are. You want to be on the pro tour as much as I do?

Maybe.

Rachel, there's a guy here asking for you.

He's kind of cute.

Jay!

This is my brother, Jay.

G'day. Rachel's told us all about you.

So what are you doing here? I thought you were flat out working for Dad.

Some days bigger than others.

So, who's for coffee?

And when Jay got his first real surfboard, I was so jealous I could

speak. I found her in the backyard pretending she's on her way.

How long ago was this?

Last year, wasn't it? I was in Kennedy. Thank you very much.

Then she got her own board and started following me everywhere. She drove me

nuts. I kept nagging him to take me to the biggest place. She paddled onto

huge waves. Give Mum heart failure.

Nothing could stop her.

Sounds like Rach.

Anyway, now you know whose fault it is I got into surfing.

Sorry to break up the reminiscing session, but training's in 20 minutes.

Why don't you come with us? You can meet Simo.

Maybe later.

Look, Rach, there's something we have to talk about.

I'm confidential.

Oh, okay.

Um, we'll tell Timo you'll be late.

See you later.

Good to meet you, Jay. You too.

What's this about?

Why don't we take a walk?

You know how Mum's been sick lately?

She's not getting worse, is she? No, she's okay.

The doc reckons she'll have to put the date off for another couple of months.

So how's the business coping without it? That's the problem.

Another outdoor bench company is set up in competition and without Mum doing

front of house stuff, we're really struggling.

Dad hasn't said anything to me on the phone.

He doesn't want to bother you.

Mum's always saying how busy you are with training and everything.

Anyway, we really need someone to fill in for her.

Business is so bad, we can't afford to pay anyone.

So you need me to help out?

Yeah.

Well, I could take a few days off, come and answer phones. How does that sound?

I don't think a few days would make much difference, Rach.

This is one of those times the family has to stick together, you know.

You want me to quit Solar Blue?

Come and work for Dad, like you?

It's wild.

This is a real crisis.

The business goes down.

Mum and Dad will lose everything.

We must think about it overnight.

We'll talk about it tomorrow.

Corey, the newspaper faxed these through for you and Rachel.

Questionnaires? Yes, they want some background for the article.

OK, thanks, Julie.

I forgot we had a big...

Celebrity amongst us? Yeah. We must seem so ordinary and boring to someone as

famous as him. Yeah, very funny.

What do they want to know, mate? Your size in boardies?

Extra, extra small, isn't it? Size of head getting larger every minute.

Since Rachel's in here, we better fill this out for her.

Good idea.

Okay, what's her favourite food?

Ah, sheep brains on toast, isn't it? Oh, right.

Favourite drink?

Seaweed smoothies.

You're good at this.

Hey, Rach.

Been off signing autographs, have we? Sorry.

Amy, just give her the questionnaire.

Paper factory's through for you. We started filling it out. Thought we'd

you a head start.

Uh -huh.

Rach, are you okay?

Yeah.

Yeah, fine.

Count me out for dinner. I'm not hungry.

Tunnel vision is all well and good, until the light at the end disappears.

Then you start wondering why you're in the tunnel at all.

I mean, after what Jay's told me, how can I stay on here?

Been out of form today, Rach.

Yeah, sorry.

Anything we can help you with?

No, I'm fine, thanks.

Hey, what's up? Nothing.

Come on, Rach. You've been on another plane all morning.

Okay, but we can't talk here.

So anyway, the family business is in serious trouble and I've been so focused

things here I haven't even noticed.

Don't blame yourself.

Staying focused is what we're here for.

Anyway, what can you do about it?

I can go and help.

I guess.

If you think it'll make a difference.

Why don't you ask them out for a few days off?

I meant long term.

Mum and Dad have always supported me.

Maybe it's time I supported them.

After the finals?

It'll be too late then.

They need me now.

Rach, you're in the number one spot and you've got eight weeks to go.

You can't leave now.

That'd be insane.

I don't have a choice.

There's always a choice.

You've just got to think logically about this. You're letting your emotions take

over. Of course I'm emotional.

My family is important to me. I didn't say they weren't.

I just don't want you to do anything stupid, that's all.

I thought you'd understand.

Looks like I was wrong.

I'm the photographer here.

Are you guys okay?

We're fine.

That's it? Just under the tree there?

I don't think you understand what I'm trying to say.

I understand perfectly.

Smaller too wouldn't hurt.

Come on, Rach. Small.

It's a big opportunity.

Your career. That's all you think about, isn't it?

I'm thinking about yours too.

I can look after myself, thanks.

Want to tell me what was going on out there?

I've seen happier faces at a funeral.

Sorry. Bad day.

Bad day.

Is that all?

Corey?

Sorry.

Hi, Mom.

Yeah, it's me.

No, I'm fine.

The thing is...

I've been talking to Jay.

Yeah, he told me what's going on.

Of course I want to help.

I know, Mum, but that doesn't matter.

I'm a part of the family too.

Has anyone noticed the Rachel Corey situation?

Mm -hm. Kind of hard not to.

It's like he's got bad breath. Yeah, or the plane.

Well, what's the story?

Anyone know what happened?

Not really any of our business, is it?

Yeah. We have to live with them. Well, look out. Here comes the man himself.

Who's winning?

Corey, we don't mean to pry, but... Yeah?

What's going on with you and Rachel?

I think you'll have to ask her that.

I already have. She wouldn't say.

And I can't either.

Sorry.

Corey, we're only trying to help.

Is there anything we can do?

I don't think so.

They're good, aren't they?

I think this one is my personal favourite.

Maybe they could use it for an article on anger management. What do you reckon?

Sorry, Simmo.

Me too.

I know Fly's already asked you what this is about, but frankly, I don't care.

I just want you to sort it out fast.

Okay.

I've persuaded the paper to reschedule the shoot for Saturday.

That's when they'll do the interview and they'll follow you to the comp on

Sunday. Great. Thank you.

There's just one problem.

I might not be at the comp.

Why not?

Because... I might be leaving solar blue.

You want to run that by me again?

Poor Rachel.

I wonder why she didn't tell her.

It's not an easy thing to talk about, your family going bust.

Do you think she'll actually go?

She hasn't decided, but it doesn't look like she's got much choice.

So if she leaves now, does that mean she'll be allowed back in the file?

I don't think so.

Once you're out, you're out.

How's it going?

If only there was a way I could clone myself, then one of me could stay here

one could go back home.

Is there anything any of us can do to help?

We'll do anything.

I mean it.

That's really nice of you, but it's my problem.

It's our problem too.

We don't want to see you go.

And I don't want to go, but family's family.

Hi.

Hi.

Sorry, I'm late.

Okay.

I've made a decision.

And?

And... I'm going to leave Solo Blue.

Thanks, Rach.

I know how tough this is, boy.

But you're doing the right thing.

I hope so.

Don't worry.

Seven will always be there if you want to go back to it later.

You never did.

That was different.

Was it?

You okay?

I'm fine.

I'd better get back to the house.

Got a lot to organise.

I'm going to need a couple of days.

There was any other wine?

I know.

Before we get started, Rachel just wanted to say a few words.

Thanks.

You've probably all heard that Sunday is my last day.

So I just wanted to thank everyone for putting up with me through all this,

that's all.

We're going to miss you, Rach.

I'll miss you all too.

Good luck, Rach.

I hope it all goes well, okay?

You're not saying much.

Nothing I say is likely a change of mind, is it?

I know you're upset about Rachel leaving, but can't you at least pretend

supportive? So you want me to be a hypocrite, is that it?

No, I want you to be nice.

Brooke, I think she's making a huge mistake.

She has to help her family.

Can't you see that? I'm not trying to stop her from helping her family, but

there must be some other way to do it without chucking in solar blue.

How?

I'm not sure yet.

Firstly, I need to talk to her brother.

You don't know what he's saying, do you?

Hi, Jay.

Thanks for meeting me.

No worries.

What's this about?

Rach. What about her?

If she leaves Solar Blue, she's giving up a once -in -a -lifetime chance. And

look, I know you're trying to help her.

Seriously, this is none of your business, is it?

She told me you gave up surfing to work for your dad.

Yeah? I was going to turn pro and I got injured.

That's right.

You told her giving up surfing was the hardest thing you've ever done. Is that

right? Look, I don't see the point of this.

The point is, it's bad enough that one person in your family had to give up

surfing. There's no need for two of you to do it. I wish things were different.

I really do.

I just don't see any other way.

That's why I'm here.

What do you mean?

Come on. Come sit down.

Maybe there's another way to save your company.

One that doesn't mean Rachel has to leave to follow Blue. Mate, Rachel told

you're a wizard business, but let's be serious.

I am serious.

I've looked at your website and your competitors, and there's not much

them. All you need is something to make you stand out. Like what?

Firstly, you need to tell me everything about your business.

I'm not sure.

Dad wouldn't approve.

He doesn't have to know.

Come on, Jay, what have you got to lose?

Slowly. I didn't realise how much junk I'd collected.

I hope you don't mind me dropping out of the interview.

I understand completely.

Don't worry about it.

Rach, I managed to convince Andrew to keep your spot open, which means you'll

able to compete in the interview surf -off if you want to.

Thanks, Simo.

I really appreciate it.

No problem.

The odds will be stacked against me, though.

Being the only one not in training.

You can squeeze in some surfing up north.

Maybe. But it won't be the same.

Right.

If you want to drop in for a session any time, we'd all love to see you, OK?

OK.

Thanks.

Come on, Eric.

You're the only one who hasn't signed.

What about Corey?

We cannot find him. Anyway, he'll probably do his own card.

What are you guys up to?

Just a little going away present for you.

Really?

Every time you order it, you can think of us.

And we left a little weed in there to remind you of Eric.

Oh, nice.

Hi, guys.

Everyone, this is Jay, Rachel's brother. Hi. Hey.

What are you two doing together?

We've been talking for hours.

Jay, whatever Corey's told you, I'm not going to change my mind. Well, we've had

an idea, Rach.

What idea?

We want you to postpone leaving Solar Blue until after the competition this

weekend. How will that change anything?

You'll just have to trust us.

Basically, the whole problem with your business is profile.

You're prepared to spend big bucks on advertising, whereas your family doesn't

have that kind of cash.

I could have told you that. Hang on, Lee.

They don't have the money, but they do have you.

Me? What are you talking about?

Corey made me realise you're worth more for the business if you stay at Solar

Blue.

Sorry, I still don't get it.

Can you please tell me what we're doing here?

I convinced him that I'd put a call into the paper and tell him a whole new

angle. The story's now about you and Jay.

The brother and sister surfers.

What? They also like the fact that you both had a passion for outdoor

adventuring. So that's why we're here.

For a photo shoot.

And guess whose company logo is going to feature.

But that means you're not in the story anymore.

No. But it was such a big deal for you.

Well, I thought about it, and I'm actually really boring.

They don't want to write about me.

Well, here come the guys from the paper now.

Okay, showtime.

Let's get organised.

When darkened rooms come back from stealing A thousand

minds from the empty night

I stretch myself across the

ceiling I'm a thief tonight

Yeah, well, I've just never been very good at sitting still, so when the

flat, I go bush.

Doing something like this is how I unwind. And you're the same, Jay?

Oh, yeah, pretty much.

The family's always had a thing for the great outdoors.

That's why we started the adventure business.

Tell me about that.

Well, we take groups out kayaking, abseiling and mountaineering, giving the

whole outdoor experience.

I'm one of the group leaders.

It's such a rotten job, isn't it? Oh, yeah, yeah, I hate it.

Thank you, guys. See you. See you.

You guys were great.

One more photo session tomorrow and this will be the best bit of PR ever.

So you really think this is going to work?

Won't know until the paper comes out.

Remember, the better you do at the comp, the better the coverage you'll get. So

there's no pressure, huh?

Hey. What's up?

Thank you.

Thank you so much for this.

It's not over yet.

Second place goes to Rachel Samuels.

You know, he must have the paper by now.

Just eat some breakfast, will you? Yeah, you're making us all nervous.

I couldn't find the article on the net.

What if they've cut it?

Maybe I should call the paper direct. Corey, sit down and eat.

Here it is.

Big two -page spread.

Check it out.

Yes. Wow, nice shots, Rach. Yeah, surfing, kayaking, the works.

Total outdoors girl.

And there's plenty with our logo.

They've even got the company name in bold type here.

Excellent. Nice work, Corey.

Ever considered a career as a PR consultant?

You offering me a gig?

Not yet.

Speak to me at the end of the year.

Hey, Rach.

I didn't know you liked sheep's brains on toast.

Yes, and it says here your favourite drink is seaweed smoothie.

What?

Oops.

Corey!

I just got a call from Jay. What's happening?

They've been taking phone bookings all day. He reckons that they've got enough

to about the crisis, at least for now.

That's great news, Rach.

And I've spoken to Simo. He's letting me take a few weekends off to help out

while Mum's sick.

So you're definitely staying on?

Try and stop me?

Corey, this is all down to you.

I owe you an apology, a big one.

Forget it.

We were just coming at the problem from a different angle.

I thought you were only interested in your career a bit.

You were thinking about me all along, weren't you?

Not really.

It's just that if you had a laugh, I wouldn't have anyone to annoy, would I?

That's true, neither would I.

So now we get to annoy each other all the way to the finals.

Hmm. Maybe I should reconsider.

Good on you.

Okay, I admit tunnel vision can have its uses.

But in the end, it's life's little distractions that make it all

There's too much choice and not enough time.

It's getting far.