John Longley, the visionary behind the Endeavour replica, shares his personal journey for the first time, revealing the financial struggles, heartache, and triumphs that led to the ship's triumphant voyage to England.
1. A Soldier's Journey / Wild Stallion / Dante's Inferno
Aired: May 29, 1996Sir William Keys shares his journey of using Chinese medicine to manage his c...
2. Trail Blazers / Cecelia and Justin / The Chant of Tommy Lewis
Aired: Jun 5, 1996A group of young boys from Sydney's streets and refuges embark on a cattle dr...
3. Goodbye Mary / Slow Business / The Butcher's Pen
Aired: Jun 12, 1996The daughters of Australian literary icon Dame Mary Durack embark on a journe...
4. Australia Street / Mother and Sons / The Underwoods of Riveren
Aired: Jun 19, 1996The next episode of Australia Street explores the fascinating documentation o...
5. Coming Home / Sentimental Journey / Spirited Woman
Aired: Jun 26, 1996Perth-based comedian Kel Watkins is on the cusp of stardom, set to perform at...
6. Robin's Song / A Day At The Dump / Lily's Children
Aired: Jul 3, 1996In the next episode, "Robin's Song", we continue the inspiring story of Robin...
7. The Postman / Rifka's Flock
Aired: Jul 10, 1996Tom Kruse, a postman who had the mail run on the Birdsville Track for many ye...
8. Betty and Me / The Barber / Life on a String
Aired: Jul 17, 1996A love story about Betty and Dudley Hyde, a married couple of over 60 years, ...
9. Men's Business / The Nun's Story / The Hard Sell
Aired: Jul 24, 1996In Moranbah, a mining town, individuals flock seeking lucrative opportunities...
10. The Great Escape / Love Story / Food of Love
Aired: Jul 31, 1996John Dawkins, former Federal Treasurer, recounts his own story and shares his...
11. The Surgeon's Story / Dingo Dash / The Deep End
Aired: Aug 7, 1996A gripping episode awaits in the next installment, as Caroline Jones delves i...
12. Mother and Child / Personal Best
Aired: Aug 14, 1996A long-lost mother and daughter are reunited after over 50 years apart, as No...
13. Pride of the Fleet / A Place in the Sun
Aired: Aug 21, 1996Commander Peter Sinclair, a navy man from a distinguished naval lineage, has ...
Aired: Aug 28, 1996Australian Story presents a special 30-minute episode, as Caroline Jones expl...
15. The Grand Obsession / Good Move / Debbie's Place
Aired: Sep 4, 1996An ill-fated camel trek across the Great Sandy and Gibson deserts is led by 6...
16. Kerry's Baby / The Go-Between
Aired: Sep 11, 1996Kerry's journey to motherhood is put to the test as she navigates her bipolar...
17. A Woman's Place / Song of Joy
Aired: Sep 18, 1996Mary Kalantzis, a prominent figure in the multi-cultural arena, shares her st...
Aired: Sep 25, 1996Dr. Miles Little, a retired surgeon and professor, has his medical perspectiv...
19. Life of Slicer / Mrs Ainsworth / Dancing Dad
Aired: Oct 2, 1996Tasmanian conservative politician Michael Hodgeman surprises everyone by intr...
20. A League of His Own / Twilight Rebel
Aired: Oct 9, 1996A revealing look at the personal side of a normally private individual, Ken C...
21. Master of Ceremonies / Tall Poppies
Aired: Oct 16, 1996Ric Birch, a renowned Master of Ceremonies, shares his expertise, having desi...
22. Longley's Endeavour / Home Grown
Aired: Oct 23, 1996John Longley, the visionary behind the Endeavour replica, shares his personal...
23. The Last Muster / Mr Squiggle
Aired: Oct 30, 1996Brian O'Sullivan, the Victorian State President of the National Party, recoun...
Aired: Nov 6, 1996A group of gifted young students at Perth's Aboriginal Academy of Performing ...
25. Calling the Tune / The Matchmaker
Aired: Nov 13, 1996Donna Tsang, wife of the Deputy Lord Mayor of Sydney, shares her remarkable s...
Aired: Nov 20, 1996This week's program focuses on relationships, featuring a poignant story of a...
Aired: Nov 27, 1996The next episode of Best of Blokes focuses on notable Australian men, includi...
Appearances
Seasons: 30
Current Status: Returning Series
Network: ABC TV
Genres:Documentary, Biography
