Season 5

1. The sun shines as I shed a tear

Francis enlists the help of Nikora and Brady to get his latest purchase of angel statues ready for Kaiora's approval and a Māori Muslim tangi is the first of its kind for Tīpene Funerals.

2022-04-19 • 22 min

2. Connections between people cannot be severed whereas those of a canoe-rope can

Francis and the Porirua staff rehearse songs for a promotional performance at a local rest home which provides lots of laughs and delights the residents.

2022-04-26 • 22 min

3. Gloom and sorrow prevail, day and night

Francis acquires yet another gym membership and struggles through his first PT session. Feleki trains as an embalmer and news of a further lockdown has devastating consequences.

2022-05-03 • 22 min

4. Let us nurture our sister and she will mourn for us

A power outage challenges Jay in the mortuary, while Covid restrictions mean families need to get creative to grieve their loved ones.

2022-05-10 • 22 min

5. Love received demands love returned

The staff are being measured up for bespoke tailored suits; Tamale finds the process intrusive while Fehi quite enjoys it. A staunch Warriors fan is dressed in her supporter gears as the family prepares to lay her to rest. He maimai aroha tenei ki a Rachel Elizabeth Curry rāua ko Ivoni Fo Holoholo a Tungi Vaea.

2022-05-17 • 22 min

6. The cycle is complete

The death of a beloved Tipene whanau member is complicated by Francis' health issues. While the staff seem unconcerned about Francis' absence, Kaiora's nursing skills leave a lot to be desired. He maimai aroha tenei ki a Pio Wiremu Jacobs.

2022-05-24 • 22 min

7. When the fern frond dies, another rises in its place

Francis makes a visit to the Porirua branch to cover for COVID-sick staff and is challenged by basic technology as Kaiora comes to the rescue. A loved grandfather and member of the local RSA makes the long journey north to be buried with his parents.

2022-05-31 • 22 min

8. When a shoal of maomao passes seaward of Nukutaurua, they will never return

It's Kaiora's birthday and the staff lay on a surprise lunch - however the terrible shock that awaits them all will send celebrations crashing. He maimai aroha tenei ki a Stanley Neho.

2022-06-07 • 23 min