28 September

Ricardo asks: Any chance TV3 could replay the first half of the series (even if it was on at an ungodly hour)? I think their would be a lot of interest as quite a few people I know have missed key episodes and are now waiting for the DVD, rather than watching the broadcasts.

You’d have to ask TV3 as it’s up to the network when and how the play the show.

27 September

Outrageous Fortune – the soundtrack…yes, it’s true.

New Zealand’s favourite Westies are about to get louder.

Outrageous Fortune - the soundtrack – is coming.

Some may argue that you can’t get more true Kiwi than the Wests… and the Wests sure love their Kiwi music.

From Hello Sailor and Th’ Dudes, to Op Shop and The Finn Brothers, one thing the Wests do have taste in is good kiwi rock music – ideally blasting from the Holden speakers.

Music From Outrageous Fortune featuring Goodshirt, Dance Exponents, Op Shop, Greg Johnson, Goodnight Nurse, The Datsuns, The Black Seeds, The Finn Brothers, Dimmer, The Veils, Deja Voodoo… and more.

Bloody Good.

The show, now in its third series on TV3, has won numerous awards and become a true part of Kiwi culture. What more could you want… the soundtrack?!

OUTRAGEOUS FORTUNE – THE SOUNDTRACK OUT OCT 22 through Warner Music

27 September

Good friends, as you are friends

On a bright new day in West world, Judd finally receives his police super cheque: eighty grand. Loretta and Grandpa would be happy to help him spend it, but Judd has other plans for the money. He goes to settle up with Des Stewart QC, only to find that the bill has been paid by Cheryl. Judd now finds out about Cheryl’s loan from Gary, which makes him feel unsettled and not a bit threatened. So he goes to Gary to pay off the money, but Gary urges him to hold some back – then returns with another helpful suggestion. That Judd buy into the business of a former cop and PI, Mike McCarthy. Judd doesn’t want Gary’s help, but it’s not a bad idea. But as a deal with Mike is likely, Grandpa rides into the mix. As he and Mike are old adversaries, this could be a spoke in the works. But to Judd’s surprise, Grandpa gives Judd his blessing. Judd still feels this is somehow too good to be true, but Mike sets his mind at rest by explaining the catch: hard work and exploitation. So now Judd is in business.

Aren’t mothers supposed to drink a pint of beer a day?Loretta

Meanwhile, Cheryl’s latest campaign is the care of pregnant Loretta. She will eat properly, and not drink. This is driving Loretta insane, but as she complains, a heartbroken Pascalle points out that at least Cheryl cares about her. So Loretta cunningly directs her mother’s love and care towards the daughter who really needs it.

Meanwhile, Van still hasn’t made up with Munter. And when Munter is cold, Van takes himself to a different bar, where he runs into Aaron Spiller. Everyone remembers Aaron from school as the annoying king of ball tag. Aaron is now a towie, and is overjoyed to see Van. Van feels flattered and after free piss and a gift, he joins Aaron and his mates for an evening of chop shop fun stripping a stolen car. The next day, Aaron reappears with cash for the job. It seems like Van has a new best friend.

Munter meanwhile, is disturbed to see them together, and takes his concerns to Jethro, who warns Van off: Aaron Spiller is a weasel and a narc. If Van was having doubts, he’s not going to be told what to do by Jethro. So he joins Aaron again. But as they’re about to steal another car, they get into a turf war with Falani. Aaron is ropeable, as well as a racist. Van wanting to be out of this, suggests just sorting it out.

But now as he and Munter seem set to be reunited, Aaron returns insisting that Van join him for something big. When Van isn’t keen, he blackmails Van into complying. And it is all his idea. Van finds Aaron and the lads have kidnapped Falani, to do him over, but this isn’t going to according to plan. But when Van sticks up for Falani, Aaron turns on him. As the lads debate what to do, and it ain’t looking good for Van and Falani, Van manages to call his one friend. Munter eventually picks up his message, and rushes to the rescue with the aid of Jethro. Aaron and the lads are vanquished, and now…

Cheryl and the family find that Van and Munter, at last, are back together.

  • Raglan City

    (A Coddington)
    Control

    Performed by Duchess

    Courtesy of Duchess

  • Luv Came Thru

    (M Barus)
    Native Tongue Music Publishing

    Performed by Dukes

    Courtesy of Elite Recordings

  • I Am Evil

    (R Campbell)
    Control

    Performed by The Demi Whores

    Courtesy of I Am Evil Records

  • Pussy Moon

    (R Campbell)
    Control

    Performed by The Demi Whores

    Courtesy of I Am Evil Records

  • Out Of Reach

    (B White / B Gibson / P Mangan / M Tweed)
    Control

    Performed by The Have

    Courtesy of The Have

  • Heavy Mono E

    (Weir / Olsen / August / McKenzie / Weetman / Jaray)
    Native Tongue Music Publishing

    Performed by The Black Seeds

    Courtesy of EMI Music New Zealand

  • Dance Stamina

    (Arnold / /Borich / Franklin-Browne / Hall / Jordan) Control

    Performed by Pluto

    Courtesy of EMI Music New Zealand

  • Last September

    (C Binding)
    Bin Candy Music

    Performed by Carly Binding

    Courtesy of Warner Music New Zealand

  • Welcome To Hell

    (J Parkes / J Little)
    Control

    Performed by Goodnight Nurse

    Courtesy of Warner Music New Zealand

  • So True

    (Weir / August / Laing)
    Native Tongue Music Publishing

    Performed by The Black Seeds

    Courtesy of EMI Music New Zealand

26 September

Rachel asks Rachel: Hi Rachel. Can you tell me where the forest is that Van’s wedding was to be held at? Thanks :o)

It was set and filmed on location in Woodhill Forest which is just northwest of central Auckland.

26 September

Kristian asks: hi got a bet goin with a mate, could you please tell me the name of the actor starring as van’s new ‘badass’ mate from school?

The actor is Wesley Dowdell.