Australian Story - Series 2015

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Life In A Northern Town

1 - Life In A Northern Town

Air Date: February 2, 2015

From her high-end advertising agency in Sydney, Dof Dickinson committed her resources to make a film about an animal she'd never met and in the process, met a community she'd never forget - the people of Port Hedland.

The Good Wife

2 - The Good Wife

Air Date: February 9, 2015

Looks back at the life and loves of Lady Susan Renouf. For decades she was known as a famous wife and socialite but now faces the greatest challenge of her life as an independent woman.

Ask The Leyland Brother

3 - Ask The Leyland Brother

Air Date: February 16, 2015

The inside story of iconic outback adventurers, the Leyland Brothers. Pioneering young stars, to bankruptcy and illness, Mal Leyland reveals all, and reflects on a career full of highs and lows.

The Meaning Of Life

4 - The Meaning Of Life

Air Date: February 23, 2015

Looks at how the feature film Paper Planes unfolded and updates the stories of the two young men who first featured on the program back in 2009.

How I Met My Daughter

5 - How I Met My Daughter

Air Date: March 2, 2015

A mind bending tale from the frontline of the reproduction revolution. "The family court has not even envisaged the scenario they've created".

Just Call Jamal

6 - Just Call Jamal

Air Date: March 9, 2015

How a popular Sydney GP, Dr Jamal Rifi, became the 'go to' man in a time of crisis.

The Seeds Of Wrath (Part 1)

7 - The Seeds Of Wrath (Part 1)

Air Date: March 16, 2015

The first in a two-part special. What happens when a neighbours' dispute in a rural community suddenly goes global?

The Seeds Of Wrath (Part 2)

8 - The Seeds Of Wrath (Part 2)

Air Date: March 23, 2015

Final in a two-part special. What happens when a neighbours' dispute in a rural community suddenly goes global?

Educating Miss Siobhan

9 - Educating Miss Siobhan

Air Date: March 30, 2015

The inspiring story of a young family and the death of a beloved sporting legend.

Into The Lion's Den

10 - Into The Lion's Den

Air Date: April 6, 2015

An audacious WWII attack behind enemy lines achieved by 14 men and a fishing boat: will the efforts of one Z Special veteran be enough to raise the humble MV Krait to its rightful glory?

The Fault In Our Stars

11 - The Fault In Our Stars

Air Date: April 13, 2015

When lightning strikes twice...one family's inspiring survival story.

The Fresh Start

12 - The Fresh Start

Air Date: April 20, 2015

Reinventing Sergeant Simon Illingworth - a corruption busting cop finds a new life and love on the land.

Mrs Gimblett's Silver Linings

13 - Mrs Gimblett's Silver Linings

Air Date: April 27, 2015

Saving Yaraka. What happens when a former head teacher buys an outback pub.

The Battle For Tarwyn Park (Part 1)

14 - The Battle For Tarwyn Park (Part 1)

Air Date: May 4, 2015

This episode revisits one of Australian Story's most popular programs ever. The iconic rural property at the centre of that program, Tarwyn Park, has been sold to make way for an open cut coal mine.

The Battle For Tarwyn Park (Part 2)

15 - The Battle For Tarwyn Park (Part 2)

Air Date: May 11, 2015

In 2005 Peter Andrews, a racehorse breeder and farmer had succeeded in converting degraded land into fertile pasture. The farm has now been sold to a Korean power company, and has exposed deep divisions in the Andrews family.

The Irwin Encounters

16 - The Irwin Encounters

Air Date: May 18, 2015

Breaking the silence: the untold story of Steve Irwin's original Croc Hunter Team.

Boots And All

17 - Boots And All

Air Date: May 25, 2015

The untold inside story of how David Morrison became a crusader for cultural change in the Army and of the women who galvanised him.

Battling The Blues

18 - Battling The Blues

Air Date: June 1, 2015

In a candid interview, Darius Boyd speaks about his mother's battle with mental illness, his own battle with depression and how football first became his saviour and then his worst enemy.

Suddenly One Summer

19 - Suddenly One Summer

Air Date: June 8, 2015

After being convicted of sexual abuse Josephine Greensill might well have languished in prison for the full five year sentence had it not been for the determination of her sisters, Annette and Mary Toohey.

Weekend At Weetalaba

20 - Weekend At Weetalaba

Air Date: June 15, 2015

We revisit Australian Story's most popular couple, Mac and Gayle Shann. Back in 2003 cameras followed Gayle's recovery from an horrific farming accident which caused the loss of one arm and the use of her other.

In Your Face

21 - In Your Face

Air Date: June 22, 2015

In a world obsessed with physical beauty, Robert Hoge is a man embracing 'ugly'. He's on a mission to confront us all with some difficult questions and start a new debate about concepts of beauty.

Driven

22 - Driven

Air Date: June 29, 2015

How a boy from an ordinary Queanbeyan family made it to the top of Formula One; How he succeeded when thousands of others saw their dreams crash and burn. This is the story of Mark Webber's success.

Iron, Iron, Iron - The Hancock Dynasty (Part 1)

23 - Iron, Iron, Iron - The Hancock Dynasty (Part 1)

Air Date: July 6, 2015

In an exclusive interview, the media-shy Gina Rinehart talks about her pioneering ancestors, her father's triumphs and struggles, her pride in the Roy Hill mine, and the business and family troubles encountered along the way.

Iron, Iron, Iron - The Hancock Dynasty (Part 2)

24 - Iron, Iron, Iron - The Hancock Dynasty (Part 2)

Air Date: July 13, 2015

In Part 2, Gina Rinehart reflects on the pioneering exploits of her early ancestors, her pride in the imminent completion of the Roy Hill mine, and the business and family troubles she has encountered along the way.

The Man Behind The Morcombes

25 - The Man Behind The Morcombes

Air Date: July 20, 2015

Solicitor Peter Boyce acted for the Morcombe family during the inquest into the disappearance of their son Daniel. Together with Bruce Morcombe, his research helped highlight the man who was later convicted for murder.

Being Bradman (Part 1)

26 - Being Bradman (Part 1)

Air Date: July 27, 2015

As Don Bradman's cherished granddaughter Greta prepares to shine on the world stage as an operatic soprano, the family of the cricketing legend tell their inside story for the first time.

Being Bradman (Part 2)

27 - Being Bradman (Part 2)

Air Date: August 3, 2015

In part two of Being Bradman, as granddaughter Greta takes to the international stage as an opera singer, Sir Donald Bradman's very private family opens up about how his fame cast a large shadow and has affected their lives.

From Daddy's Tummy

28 - From Daddy's Tummy

Air Date: August 10, 2015

'From Daddy's Tummy' tells the story of AJ, partner Zu and their two children and reveals a stunning photographic record of AJ's transition from female to male.

Big Mum

29 - Big Mum

Air Date: August 17, 2015

Life at a crossroads: At 70, Australian Geraldine Cox weighs up the future of the 400 children under her care in Cambodia.

Seriously Funny

30 - Seriously Funny

Air Date: August 24, 2015

An up and coming comedian transforms a harrowing family back story into unforgettable comedy.

Grand Designs

31 - Grand Designs

Air Date: August 31, 2015

Inside fashion designer Collette Dinnigan's private world and her decision to pull back from her global fashion empire and spend more time with friends and family.

Wendy's Way

32 - Wendy's Way

Air Date: September 7, 2015

From rubbish dump to a garden masterpiece. The quest to preserve Wendy Whiteley's magnificent Secret Garden.

The Making Of Malcolm

33 - The Making Of Malcolm

Air Date: September 21, 2015

An intimate portrait of Malcolm Turnbull and his family, told by those closest to him.

Lexie's Village

34 - Lexie's Village

Air Date: September 28, 2015

Sydney woman Natalie Lovett tells the story of her daughter's conception using a donor egg & sperm. She's left with an unexpected dilemma: what to do with the remaining embryos? Her solution is both surprising & shocking.

All In The Mind

35 - All In The Mind

Air Date: October 5, 2015

Unmasking the comic genius of actor, Garry McDonald. Airing as part of Mental As... ABC's week long initiative in support of Mental Health Week.

Raise Your Voice

36 - Raise Your Voice

Air Date: October 12, 2015

Singer Jenny Morris makes a dramatic personal revelation. The ARIA-award winning performer has been diagnosed with a life-changing medical condition that has forced her to cut her career short.

Doing It For Dan

37 - Doing It For Dan

Air Date: October 19, 2015

Lucy Haslam is a woman in a hurry. Since losing her son Daniel to cancer, the Tamworth resident has stepped up her campaign to legalise medicinal cannabis.

Going With The Flow

38 - Going With The Flow

Air Date: October 26, 2015

Cedar and Stuart Anderson have revolutionised the humble beehive. From living off the smell of an oily rag they've now become millionaires. How will they cope moving from a simple life to running an international company?

Stayin' Alive

39 - Stayin' Alive

Air Date: November 2, 2015

A young Kimberley tour guide beats the odds, to follow in the footsteps of a distinguished ancestor.

Out Of The Water

40 - Out Of The Water

Air Date: November 9, 2015

What one mother uncovered on her rural property after her family was dealt the most terrible blow.

The Age Of Ange

41 - The Age Of Ange

Air Date: November 16, 2015

The man who's taken football from the forgotten game to unforgettable glory - Ange Postecoglou.

A Force Of Nature

42 - A Force Of Nature

Air Date: November 23, 2015

Margot Spalding: The colourful Bendigo business woman who's campaigning against intolerance and hate.