Tom Richards: A True Champion
Like most small towns and villages around Australia, Emmaville has its war memorial, complete with the names of those who volunteered from this area. But the name of Emmaville’s most remarkable son is not here, for by the time he enlisted, he had long moved away — Tom Richards
The Cattle Empire
“The Outback” is a colloquial name for the vast desert region that comprises most of Australia’s interior. It describes the emptiness, remoteness, and the huge distances of inland Australia.
The Bible – The Greatest Book Ever Written
The Guinness Book of Records estimates that over 5 billion copies of the Bible have been printed throughout history. If you’ve ever picked up one of these copies and found it to be unlike any other book you’ve read, don’t be too quick to dismiss it.
Checkpoint Charlie & The Price of Freedom
This is the place where East meets West in the heart of Europe. This is the place where Communism and Capitalism clashed. During the Cold War, the crossing point between the East and West was called Checkpoint Charlie and was universally known as the epicentre of the conflict. Throughout its history, it was a place of high tension and drama.
Rembrandt – The Man Who Lit up the World
The life and works of this gifted Dutchman will highlight the typical Dutch character, creativity, innovation, and inherent capabilities for which they are famous. More importantly, his masterpieces will highlight how we can all find true happiness and inner peace. So, stay with us because Rembrandt’s discovery, use and understanding of Light, could change your life forever.
The Sons of Thunder
He ended up writing 5 books of the Bible, four of them are even named after him. And he’s referred to more than 30 times in the Bible. His name was John, and this is his story. It follows John from …
Alfred Deakin – The Australian Powerbroker
In the latter part of the 18th century, Australia was coming of age as a nation. Five of the six colonies had introduced their own constitution, and the nation as a whole was on the cutting edge of world-leading initiatives. Literature and art were thriving, education was overhauled, and Australians were enjoying a golden age. Socially, politically, economically and culturally, the country was coming into its own. At this juncture, beginning in the 1890s there was a push by leaders towards creating a Federal government thus making Australia a fully-fledged nation in its own right. One of the key figures in this movement was Alfred Deakin. Deakin was a leading statesman, an orator and a lawmaker. This week we take a look at his life and legacy.
On the Dinosaur Trail
Dinosaurs are the most spectacular creatures that have ever lived. They have been an intense source of fascination for many people. Both young and old love discovering more about these prehistoric giants that once roamed the earth. Lucky for us, outback Queensland has much prehistoric history to discover. So, let’s go on a journey along Australia’s Dinosaur Trail, which offers visitors a range of unique experiences not available anywhere else in the world. In our search for dinosaurs, we will visit the world-class bones and fossil discoveries in the towns of Winton, Hughenden, Richmond and Eromanga. This unique journey is going to be a fantastic experience. So join Gary Kent in our quest to find out more about the dinosaurs in Australia.
The 27 Club – I just need a Friend
Rock and roll demolished barriers, broke down walls, questioned every assumption and embraced every possibility. We should not be surprised that some of today’s most influential people reference the music and message of the golden age of rock and roll as the inspiration for seeing the world differently. However, with this golden age came a dark side. With all the money and fame came excess in every way. It was the era of Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll, and out of this carnage came the “27 Club”. The “27 Club” includes the rock stars who, uncannily, all died at the age of 27. The “27 Club” includes rock stars such as Jimmy Hendrix, Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones, Jasin Joplin, and Jim Morison, and in recent years, it has added members such as Kurt Cobain and Amy Winehouse.
Masada: The Zealots Fortress
Judea was ruled by Rome two thousand years ago, and in AD 66, a Jewish Revolt flared into a full-scale war that raged for four years – until the Roman general Titus destroyed Jerusalem. But one outpost alone held out against the Romans. It was the fortress of Masada built high above the Dead Sea on top of a barren mountainous plateau, and it’s where one of the most heroic and incredible stories of all history was played out when a small group of Jewish Zealots defied the power of Rome.
