Outback Opal Hunters

Oscar sends The Cheals on an important mission to uncover a rare green‑orange gemstone for a potential buyer. The Cheals are tasked with finding the stone. At the same time, the Mooka Boys experience a significant motor problem during their activities.

Bench Marks is a programme presented as an episode, classed within the episode genre. Each instalment offers a compact narrative that follows a small group of characters as they pursue specific tasks. It's a format that keeps the storytelling tight, concentrating on the actions and objectives of the participants without extraneous sub‑plots. In this episode, Oscar delegates a critical assignment to The Cheals. He’s told them to recover a rare gemstone that exhibits a distinctive green‑orange colour, a stone that a potential buyer has expressed interest in obtaining. The task is framed as an important mission, suggesting that its successful completion could have notable consequences for Oscar. The gemstone’s rarity and unusual hue make it a highly sought‑after item, and locating it is central to the episode’s plot. The Cheals have therefore been placed under pressure to find the stone promptly, as the buyer’s expectations hinge on their ability to secure the gem. The emphasis on the colour and scarcity underscores the mission’s significance. Simultaneously, the Mooka Boys encounter a mechanical issue when their motor develops a problem. This malfunction forces them to halt their progress and address the unexpected breakdown. The motor trouble adds an additional complication to the storyline, highlighting the challenges they’ve faced as they navigate their respective obstacles.