The Wayne Manifesto

Wayne Wilson and his family move into their new home in suburban Melbourne. On arrival they discover that the previous owner has emptied almost the whole house, and the the moving truck carrying their possessions has gotten lost. They must start their new life in a practically bare house, compensating in ways such as using Mr. Wilson's (a plumber) toilet collection for chairs, while waiting for the truck to find its way. On top of this, Wayne must adjust to a new school, make friends such Squocka, Violet (the girl next door) and Rosie (her sister), and put up with the school bully, Kevin, and his accomplice, Patrick, as well as his nagging parents and sister.

Wayne leaves home and continues his pursuit of the alien. Charlene tries to unearth information about the cute boy in the car. Wayne feels guilty after he turns the alien in to the police.

School troubles include a new teacher and a bully.

Wayne wants to be accepted; Rosie has feelings for Wayne.

Wayne boasts that he can cook; Charlene finally meets Rupert.

Wayne's surprise birthday present is a family camping trip. The trip is a washout but Wayne encounters Violet and Rosie, who are on a camping trip of their own, and makes a daring rescue.

Wayne discovers his first chest hair and, to celebrate, compiles his six-point manifesto.

Taking his parents' advice, Wayne tries to see the good side of the bully Kevin Merry and invites him over for a cookout. Rosie forms a gang but is too bossy to keep it together.

Visiting relatives cause problems for Wayne. The Wilson's furniture finally arrives.

Grandpa comes to stay, taking over Wayne's room and causing endless embarrassment for Wayne and Charlene.

Wayne's mum decides that his father's ever-expanding toilet collection has got to go.

Wayne tries his hand at baby-sitting while Squocka and Violet do their work experience on a building site.

Wayne wants to go to the fete but first he needs to earn some money—he decides to raise money by salvaging golf balls.