Grahame Bond's illustrious career in entertainment began at Sydney University in the 1960s as a founding student member of the Architecture Revue, alongside his university friends Geoffrey Atherden, Peter Weir, Peter Best, and Rory O'Donoghue. These shows not only showcased his talent but also laid the foundation for his future success.
In 1970, Bond wrote and performed Hamlet on Ice, and the following year, he created the groundbreaking Australian TV series Aunty Jack. The show's immense popularity led to the creation of other successful series, including Flash Nick From Jindavick, Wollongong The Brave, and The Off Show. In 1997, Aunty Jack made its debut on British television in Not the Aunty Jack Show on LWT. Two years later, Bond and Jim Burnett collaborated on the musical Boys Own McBeth, which toured Australia for two years and was also performed in Los Angeles.
Throughout the 1980s, Bond continued to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry. He wrote and produced the musical Captain Bloody for The Elizabethan Theatre Trust, working closely with his musical partner Rory O'Donoghue. In 1981, they won the AFI music award for the Fatty Finn soundtrack. Bond also performed stand-up comedy at the opening of Sanctuary Cove, sharing the stage with the legendary Frank Sinatra.
In the 1990s, Bond opened his own advertising agency, securing many high-profile clients before selling it in 1996 to pursue his passion for travel. It was during this time that he was approached to host Better Homes and Gardens, Australia's triple Logie Award-winning lifestyle program.
In recent years, Bond has embarked on numerous adventures, traveling to remarkable destinations such as Jordan, where he spent time with Australian archaeologists and produced a half-hour documentary titled The Volunteer. He has also trekked in Nepal, canoed in Kakadu, cycled from Hanoi to Saigon, and traveled to Papua, New Guinea to shoot another documentary.
