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After the death of his father, John 'Repo' Kennedy decides to become a station officer. When a firefighter is killed on his first command, an Arson Squad investigation is launched and the platoon's loyalties are divided. Seldom faces an old foe from his days in the police service. The arrival of a new platoon member coincides with Danny Hunt becoming the target of a sexual harassment charge that jeopardises his career.

Down The Barrel

Episode 2.01 (14)
Written by Tony Cavanaugh, Peter Shreck
Directed by Peter Fisk

A massive apartment fire nearly takes Repo's life. This, coupled with the death of his father, causes Repo to reevaluate his life and make some fundamental changes that dramatically affect his new platoon at the West End Fire Station. Grievous is upset by a newspaper article that eroneously identifies Tex as the heroic firefighter who rescued a baby from the fire.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Georgina Symes as Girl, Jean Marc Russ as Guy [Jason], Zachary Randall as Baby [Skye Marigold], Noel Sheridan as Luke, Andrew Booth as Mark, Bob Newman as Priest, Lauren Shield as Janis, Jacinta Greer as Hendrix, Martin Patacezk as Tommy, Christopher Testrow as Stevie Ray, Caroline Dunphy as Journo [Janet Hursh], Kay McGrath as Newsreader.

Note: this episode is dedicated to the memory of Stuart Armstrong

The Accident

Episode 2.02 (15)
Written by Tony Cavanaugh
Directed by Geoffrey Bennett

A firefighter losses his life on Repo's first command as an officer resulting in him becoming the subject of a ruthless Arson Squad investigation while at the same time losing the confidence and respect of the platoon.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Garry McDonald as Mike Lucas, Malcom Cork as [Jackie] Haydn, Amanda Mires as Haydn's Widow, Rebecca James as Barmaid, Lauren Shield as Janis, Jacinta Greer as Hendrix, Martin Patacezk as Tommy, Christopher Testrow as Stevie Ray, Gavin Coleman as Haydn Stunt Double

The Responsibility

Episode 2.03 (16)
Written by Tony Cavanaugh
Directed by Ross McGregor

The Arson Squad approaches an indictment of Repo who has been stripped of his Station Officer duties by Spit. Tex is forced to confront her future when she learns that she is pregnant. A new publicity campaign with Tex as the poster girl once again has Grievous up in arms. Delores cooks up a special meal for Spit and Detective Lucas, who is back at the station interviewing the firefighters as part of the investigation against Repo. Mary and Tex are called upon to "disengage" a man from a vacuum cleaner.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Garry McDonald as Mike Lucas, Don Bridges as Mr. Keenan, Lauren Shield as Janis, Jacinta Greer as Hendrix, Martin Patacezk as Tommy, Christopher Testrow as Stevie Ray.

Note: this episode is dedicated to the memory of Chris Goldsmith

The Big Bang

Episode 2.04 (17)
Written by Tony Cavanaugh
Directed by Peter Fisk

When Seldom and Tex get trapped inside a burning building, Repo goes into the building and rescues them singlehandedly, proving himself to the platoon but at the same time angering Spit for deviating from what he considers to be proper officer behaviour. Tex terminates her pregnancy.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Carol Burns as Counsellor, Amanda Mires as Haydn's widow [Jenny], Anna La Spina as Josephine, Lauren Shield as Janis, Jacinta Greer as Hendrix, Martin Patacezk as Tommy, Christopher Testrow as Stevie Ray

Vendetta [I]

Episode 2.05 (18)
Written by Tony Cavanaugh
Directed by Geoffrey Bennett

Seldom has become East End's new station officer, and in him Spit sees a kindred personality to his own given their similar backgrounds. Grievous learns that he is the father of a son born to lesbian parents, a son named Narwhal. During reutine fire safety inspections, Seldom and the platoon cross paths with Jimmy Runyon, an old foe of Seldom's from his days in the police service.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Kim Gyngell as Jimmy, Peter Marshall as Al, Rachel Blake as Beatrice, Helen O'Leary as Jacinta, Nina Henderson as Sarah, Katherine Bradford as Brandy, Rebecca James as Spunk, Louise Bitcom as Hooker

Note: Peter Marshall appeared in episode 1.04 as Smacker. The character of Beatrice was previously played by Veronica Neave in episode 1.05

Vendetta [II]

Episode 2.06 (19)
Written by Tony Cavanaugh, Graham Hartley
Directed by Ross McGregor

Seldom is charged with assault and attempted murder in connection with his altercation with Jimmy Runyon but the case against him is quickly mismissed by the judge — but not before it is revealed one of Seldom's colleagues is prepared to testify against him. An aggressive insurance claims investigator talks Seldom into testifying against Jimmy in a separate case and Seldom perjures himself in order to get the conviction. Seldom seeks out Jean Diamond, who is now drinking away her life while on sick leave, to help him nail Jimmy. The platoon plays a practical joke on Mary hoping to change his violent beliefs. Spit takes an interest in a talkative entomologist. Repo warns Seldom that his vendetta against Jimmy could jeopardise his career.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Liddy Clark as Jean Diamond; Kim Gyngell as Jimmy Runyon, Jerome Ehlers as Vulture, Genevieve Picot as Sophie Harrison, Jennifer Flowers as Magistrate, Jonathon Hardy as Sgt. Steve, Kevin Hides as Cop, Peter Lamb as Mr. White, Linden Wilkinson as Ms Black

Note: playing a barrister in this episode, Peter Lamb appeared previously in episode 1.05 as Kovak, an arsonist

Vendetta [III]

Episode 2.07 (20)
Written by Tony Cavanaugh
Directed by Peter Fisk

TNT informs the platoon of an impending strike order from the Union. A massive out-of-control fire causes the platoon members to consider drastic actions to protect themselves from danger. Jean Diamond returns to work with the Arson Squad in order to pursue Jimmy Runyon. Seldom's actions on the fire ground lead to his suspension on a charge of mutiny. Quentin and Sophie spend the day together.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Liddy Clark as Jean Diamond; Kim Gyngell as Jimmy, Genevieve Picot as Sophie Harrison, Graeme Blundell as Druce, Enrico Mammarella as Detective, Errol O'Neill as Jack, Megan Shapcott as Sharon, Trent Thomas as John

Vendetta [IV]

Episode 2.08 (21)
Written by Graham Hartley
Directed by Geoffrey Bennett

Seldom crashes Jimmy Runyon's daughter's wedding reception. The firefighters meet a young fire bug whom they believe to be a victim of abuse, but are unable to intervene to help him. Spit brings Sophie to a Father's Day party thrown by Delores. Seldom's daughter goes missing. She is quickly found, but not before Seldom confronts Jimmy thinking he's responsible. Seldom tells Repo the reasons for his vendetta.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Deborra-Lee Furness as Dolores Kennedy, Liddy Clark as Jean Diamond; Kim Gyngell as Jimmy Runyon, Genevieve Picot as Sophie, Rachel Blake as Beatrice, Jamie Croft as Ben Bain, Karen Crone as Mrs. Bain, Jacinta Greer as Hendrix, Nina Henderson as Sarah, Peter Marshall as Bouncer, Lauren Shield as Janis, Trent Thomas as Johnnie

Vendetta [V]

Episode 2.09 (22)
Written by Graham Hartley
Directed by Ross McGregor

Seldom is brought to trial on the charge of mutiny. Jimmy asks Seldom to stop the vendetta. Jean Diamond's crusade against Jimmy Runyon comes to a violent end. TNT is transferred out of South East for his actions during Seldom's trial. Spit ends his relationship with Sophie when she crosses the line between his personal and professional lives.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Liddy Clark as Jean Diamond; Kim Gyngell as Jimmy Runyon, Genevieve Picot as Sophie, Graeme Blundell as Druce, David Bradshaw as Fire Commissioner, Megan Shapcott as Sharon, Trent Thomas as John, Rob Doran as Don

War of the Worlds [I] - Who's Afraid Of Greta Garbo?

Episode 2.10 (23)
Written by Everett De Roche
Directed by Peter Fisk

Grievous' young daredevil cousin Greta joins the platoon, and along with Nugget and Repo, is sent into a ship where several men have disappeared under mysterious circumstances. An incident at Delores' birthday party becomes the focus of a crusading gender equality official.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Deborra-Lee Furness as Dolores Kennedy; Angela Punch McGregor as Dr. Prudence Eberhardt, Lazaro Cifuentes as Captain

Note: Fiona Macgregor joins the cast

War of the Worlds [II] - Fool's Paradise

Episode 2.11 (24)
Written by Everett De Roche
Directed by Geoffrey Nottage

Grievous, Seldom, and Tex are sent up to Cairns as witnesses in an arson inquest but their hopes for a tropical vacation are quickly quenched. Tex's appearance in a firefighters calendar draws the attention of the Fire Commissioner. Foreseeing a difficult time in regards to the incident between Nugget and Garbo, Repo calls on TNT for help in dealing with the matter. The hand of fate strikes Grievous while he's in Cairns bringing about a drastic lifestyle change. A charge is officially lodged against Nugget by the Equal Opportunities Board.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Deborra-Lee Furness as Dolores Kennedy; Angela Punch McGregor as Dr. Pru Eberhardt, Lucky Grills as Olsen, Nique Needles as Dalton, David Bradshaw as Commissioner, Caroline Kennison as Wendy, Rachael Bagley as Teenage Girl, Martin Patacezk as Tommy, Christopher Testrow as Stevie Ray, Jacinta Greer as Hendrix, Lauren Shield as Janis

Note: Caroline Kennison appeared in episode 1.12 as Police Prosecutor

War of the Worlds [III]

Episode 2.12 (25)
Written by Everett De Roche
Directed by Ross McGregor

Repo and Mary get stuck in traffic, an opportunity Repo seizes upon to make some quick cash. The pair are also called upon to attempt the rescue of a police officer and a suicidal man dangling precariously from a bridge. The charge against Nugget gets more serious as Pru and Wendy meet with the platoon to discuss the sexual harassment claim. Greta is feeling pressure from all fronts and considers quitting her job.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Angela Punch McGregor as Dr. Prudence Eberhardt, Joan Anderson as Granny, Julie Eckersley as Reporter, Syd Heylen as Seth, Caroline Kennison as Wendy, Peter Kent as Cop, Kirsty McGregor as Charly, Daniel Murphy as Mercedes, Hedley Parker as Guitarist, Bob Reynolds as Builder, Mal Whitney as Biker

War of the Worlds [IV]

Episode 2.13 (26)
Written by Everett De Roche
Directed by Peter Fisk

With the platoon on the verge of self-destructing, they are called on to respond to a fire alarm at a hotel. There the platoon finds itself confronted by an armed madman who has taken over the hotel, setting booby traps and shooting at bystanders from a balcony. A selfless act of heroism has a fatal outcome for one of the platoon.©tzuk

Guest Cast: Deborra-Lee Furness as Dolores Kennedy; Angela Punch McGregor as Dr. Pru Eberhardt, Ray Berrett as Charles, Eugene Gilfedder as Sebastian, Elise Greig as Sebastian's Wife, Enrico Mammarella as Sergeant, Rainee Skinner as Manager, Gabby Topcov as Female Guest

Note: Eugene Gilfedder appeared in series 1 as one of Morgan's party guests in episode 1.11