Matt Durban is a seasoned politician, a country boy who made his name in Canberra as a hardworking member for a city seat, and now he's tipped for the leadership of his party. His wife, Carmel, has been his loyal partner, though inevitably the demands of politics put a strain on their marriage, and there are times when Matt wonders just how well he really does know his family. There are those who don't want Matt to be leader, and will do anything to stop him - even if it means going back decades and putting everything he has worked for at risk.