A Tragic End: Burke and Wills
On the 20th of August 1860, laden with what seemed like a sea of camels, horses and supplies, the Victorian Exploring Expedition set off from Royal Park in Melbourne. The party, led by Robert O’Hara Burke was intent on chasing the ultimate and as yet unmet goal on the heart of every Australian explorer; to be the first to cross the continent from south to north
Pro Hart – Hero of the Outback
Kevin Charles “Pro” Hart captured a unique history of Australia, its people, its culture and its lifestyle. He was a miner from the oldest mining town in Australia, a storyteller, a larriken and the ‘working man’s painter’. Join Gary Kent on this journey in the harsh yet beautiful outback of Australia, to discover the source of his inspiration.
Vivid Sydney
For 23 days Vivid Sydney literally transforms Sydney into one huge dazzling nighttime canvas of light as the city’s iconic landmarks, historic buildings, the bridge and gardens are illuminated in bril…
Part 3: The Kingdom Conquers – The Fall of Jerusalem series
When Paul preached in Ephesus he turned the city upside down. The church in Ephesus soon became a powerful influence throughout the port city, upending cultural norms and sending certain parts of the economy into depression. Why did Christianity have such a telling impact on the Roman world? And how did that impact affect the early church?
Part 2: The Siege of Jerusalem – The Fall of Jerusalem series
The siege of Jerusalem is best remembered for the horrors of famine that came with it. Thousands of people died of starvation and illness while those who struggled to survive did so at a terrible cost. Husbands turned on their wives; mothers cannibalised their children and people resorted to eating their shoes. Join us as we delve into this little-known chapter of history that serves as a chilling reminder of the horrors of war.
Part 1: Rome and the Kingdom of Heaven – The Fall of Jerusalem series
The birth of the Roman Empire was fraught with war and bloodshed. At the heart of the struggle lay the assassination of Julius Caesar on the Ides of March in 44 B.C at the hands of some of his most trusted friends. This was followed by a season of internal strife which culminated in the crowning of Caesar’s adopted son Octavian as Augustus Caesar, the first emperor of Rome. Rome went on to dominate the world, covering millions of square miles of territory at its peak. Empowered by its ruthless military might and most powerful empires the world has ever seen. Within the folds of this new empire, another kingdom was born. One that was founded on peace and self-sacrifice. One that rejected bloodshed and nurtured relationships. While Rome was hedonistic and militarisitc this new kingdom was spiritual. Join us as we take a look at the birth of the Roman empire and the birth of the Christian church, exploring how each movement made its impact and changed the world.
Superfoods for the Brain
The most complicated and advanced computer on earth cannot be purchased in any shop. It is known as the most complex object in the universe today. This astonishing device is so unique and yet is responsible for storing and retrieving vast quantities of information, forming relationships with other people, adapting too rapidly changing circumstances, and amazingly can be accessed at a moment’s notice. It is, of course, the human Brain. Would you like to better understand your Brain and how it functions? Would you like to find out some of the simple ways we can all improve our memory, boost our creativity, and keep our minds alert and sharp? Then join Gary Kent and Dr. Delia McCabe as they discuss Superfoods for the Brain.
Five Shipwrecks and a Mother’s Love
There is no greater love on earth than a mother’s love. It’s enduring, steadfast and unremitting. Peter Richardson’s mother’s love followed him wherever he went. This kind of love helps us to understand how much God loves us. Hear the extraordinary story of how a mother’s love for her runaway son triumphed over five shipwrecks in our new program: Five Shipwrecks and a Mother’s Love.
Blessed are the Merciful: Fighter Pilots – beatitudes series
This program is part of a series on the Beatitudes of Jesus. In this episode, we will look at what Jesus meant when he taught, “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” This teaching will be illustrated by the Charlie Brown episode in World War II, in which a German fighter ace spared a stricken American B-17 bomber and saved the lives of its crew. In the Bible, mercy is a central quality of the character of God, demonstrated through Jesus Christ, and a key character trait of his people. Mercy doesn’t come naturally to human beings; however, when we understand the mercy that God has shown to us, we can be more merciful toward others.
Bear – The Rescue Dog
The Australian bushfire season of 2019 and 2020 was one of the worst in living memory. Millions of hectares of land were ravaged by the terrible firestorm and billions of animals were either displaced or destroyed. In an effort to rescue these vulnerable animals, veterinarians and carers across the countries worked tirelessly. But it wasn’t just human assistance that made a difference in the lives of some of Australia’s most vulnerable creatures. There was help of a four-legged variety that left an indelible mark. This week we want to introduce you to Bear, the koala rescue dog, whose work searching for and rescuing vulnerable koalas in the wild has detected over 100 at risk koalas. Join us as we take a close look at Bear and his story.
