The day of Brax's sentencing has arrived. The court sentences Brax to 15 years with a non-parole period of 10 years. The Braxtons are devastated by the long sentence. At the same time, Andy has been trying to contact Josh, who is still living rough with Maddy. Andy reveals that Brax is being sentenced today for killing their dad. When Josh meets Andy, he's angry to find their mother in the car and is shocked to hear of his brother's plan to kill Brax.
As Brax is led outside the court, Josh tries to stop Andy from shooting him. However, they're both shocked to discover the gun is missing - Debbie Barrett had lifted the weapon from them and goes to shoot her husband's killer. As she prepares to fire, Josh jumps in her way, saving Brax. Debbie is devastated that she has shot her son. Brax tersely orders Ricky to look after Josh, before being manhandled into the police truck, unable to help.
Meanwhile, Maddy shows up at the Diner and Roo is over the moon to have her back. Roo urges Maddy to fix things with Alf, so Maddy goes to apologise. Alf is more than happy to mend things - he's still dealing with his grief over Romeo and realises life is too short. Roo takes the opportunity of Alf's warm attitude to make a place for Josh to stay while he goes to visit Pippa and Sally. Maddy is excited to tell Josh the news.
Elsewhere, Jett continues to urge John to be honest about his feelings for Marilyn.Home and Away: 5848: 2013-12-11
