Six years ago, Olympic champion Michael Klim almost lost the ability to walk. Then he received a devastating diagnosis. In this moving episode, Klim reveals how he hit rock bottom but ultimately emerged stronger.
Six years ago, Olympic champion Michael Klim almost lost the ability to walk. Then he received a devastating diagnosis. In this moving episode, Klim reveals how he hit rock bottom but ultimately emerged stronger.
Sophie Hyde is one of Australia's most successful directors, working with some of Hollywood's finest. But in her latest film she turns the spotlight on her own family.
Sophie Hyde is one of Australia's most successful directors, working with some of Hollywood's finest. But in her latest film she turns the spotlight on her own family.
Over three decades, filmmaker Andrew Wiseman documented the life of Perth woman Deirdre Croft as she raised her intellectually disabled son Richard.
Now at 72, Deirdre has invited the .. show full overview
Over three decades, filmmaker Andrew Wiseman documented the life of Perth woman Deirdre Croft as she raised her intellectually disabled son Richard.
Now at 72, Deirdre has invited the cameras into her life again.
As her health declines, Deirdre is confronting the question facing many parents of disabled children: who will look after their child when they're gone?
From Arnhem Land to rock stardom, Yothu Yindi's Witiyana Marika was destined to take centre stage. Now, at a crucial time for his community, he's shed his dreadlocks and emerged as a leader of his people.
From Arnhem Land to rock stardom, Yothu Yindi's Witiyana Marika was destined to take centre stage. Now, at a crucial time for his community, he's shed his dreadlocks and emerged as a leader of his people.
Many would have despaired after losing both their arms but Ghanim Al Shnen embraced the possibilities of bionic medicine and focused on a dream – to be reunited with his family.
Many would have despaired after losing both their arms but Ghanim Al Shnen embraced the possibilities of bionic medicine and focused on a dream – to be reunited with his family.
After travelling all over the countryside, adventurer and filmmaker Mal Leyland is back to share his private health battle with Australian Story.
At 81, he's living with moderate .. show full overview
After travelling all over the countryside, adventurer and filmmaker Mal Leyland is back to share his private health battle with Australian Story.
At 81, he's living with moderate stage dementia, supported by his daughter Carmen and her family.
But for the TV legend, the travel bug is still alive.
The co-star of the 1970s and '80s show Ask the Leyland Brothers is preparing for his final outback trip. He will host a convoy of four-wheel-drive enthusiasts on a journey from the west to east coasts of Australia to commemorate the 60th anniversary the Leylands' groundbreaking continental crossing.
In this Australian Story, we look back at the incredible highs and lows of Mal's life and his legacy as a filmmaker, traveller and all-around TV icon.
In 1966, a Melbourne high school was thrown into chaos when strange objects appeared in the sky. Sixty years on from Australia's biggest UFO sighting, witnesses are still looking for answers about what they saw at Westall.
In 1966, a Melbourne high school was thrown into chaos when strange objects appeared in the sky. Sixty years on from Australia's biggest UFO sighting, witnesses are still looking for answers about what they saw at Westall.
On a cold afternoon in June 2023, Belgian backpacker Celine Cremer set out alone on what should have been a short hike in north-west Tasmania. She was never seen again.
After several .. show full overview
On a cold afternoon in June 2023, Belgian backpacker Celine Cremer set out alone on what should have been a short hike in north-west Tasmania. She was never seen again.
After several failed attempts to find Celine, the police suspended the search. But Celine's friends and family never gave up hope of solving the mystery of her disappearance.
Two and half years later, some of her closest friends joined a team of local volunteers in a major search of the forest where she had disappeared.
In a gripping two-part series, Australian Story follows the team as they scour the rough terrain to retrace Celine's final steps and find the answers they were looking for.
2½ years after Belgian backpacker Celine Cremer went missing while on a short hike, friends and local volunteers scour the forest and finally find the answers they're looking for.
2½ years after Belgian backpacker Celine Cremer went missing while on a short hike, friends and local volunteers scour the forest and finally find the answers they're looking for.
31x12 A Year of Living Gratefully (James Valentine) Episode overview
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Mai 04, 2026
Broadcaster James Valentine was offered two different treatments for his cancer so he chose the one that let him keep doing what he loved. When it returned a year later, he faced the end with courage, purpose and humour.
Broadcaster James Valentine was offered two different treatments for his cancer so he chose the one that let him keep doing what he loved. When it returned a year later, he faced the end with courage, purpose and humour.
John Polson was a troubled teen when a sliding doors moment led him into the world of acting. He went on to create Tropfest, one of the world's biggest short film festivals, changing his life and the Australian industry.
John Polson was a troubled teen when a sliding doors moment led him into the world of acting. He went on to create Tropfest, one of the world's biggest short film festivals, changing his life and the Australian industry.
Sheep farmer Rob Armstrong never expected to be the face of political resistance. But when his state government proposed a levy that would hit volunteer country firefighters, a childhood trauma propelled him into action.
Sheep farmer Rob Armstrong never expected to be the face of political resistance. But when his state government proposed a levy that would hit volunteer country firefighters, a childhood trauma propelled him into action.
When Instagram trolls accused actor and director Rachel Ward of 'letting herself go', she used the attention to talk about her passion, regenerative farming, which has given her a renewed sense of purpose.
When Instagram trolls accused actor and director Rachel Ward of 'letting herself go', she used the attention to talk about her passion, regenerative farming, which has given her a renewed sense of purpose.
At 15, Mohamed Semra made headlines when he was kicked out of a Melbourne Apple Store by security who were worried he might steal something. At 27, he's making history as the first Australian mayor from sub-Saharan Africa.
At 15, Mohamed Semra made headlines when he was kicked out of a Melbourne Apple Store by security who were worried he might steal something. At 27, he's making history as the first Australian mayor from sub-Saharan Africa.
When Australian Story first met inventor Saul Griffith in 2023 he was on a mission to electrify the world. Although political changes in the US have tested his optimism, back home his own community is forging ahead.
When Australian Story first met inventor Saul Griffith in 2023 he was on a mission to electrify the world. Although political changes in the US have tested his optimism, back home his own community is forging ahead.
When Richard Scolyer was diagnosed with brain cancer three years ago, he volunteered to undergo risky, new treatment, hoping for a medical breakthrough. As we filmed in his final months, he reflects on his life and legacy.
When Richard Scolyer was diagnosed with brain cancer three years ago, he volunteered to undergo risky, new treatment, hoping for a medical breakthrough. As we filmed in his final months, he reflects on his life and legacy.
Repeat. As a tribute to the late Sam Neill, we look back over the actor's dazzling career and recent health struggles.
Repeat. As a tribute to the late Sam Neill, we look back over the actor's dazzling career and recent health struggles.
31x20 Sky's the Limit (Naima Ali Farah & Feisal Abdi Sugal) Episode overview
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Jul 20, 2026
On a cold June night, a group of Jewish friends gathered at Melbourne airport to welcome a Muslim family they'd never met. One year later, they share their story of friendship and hope across religious and cultural divides.
On a cold June night, a group of Jewish friends gathered at Melbourne airport to welcome a Muslim family they'd never met. One year later, they share their story of friendship and hope across religious and cultural divides.
Luke Bateman was flying high as an NRL player until a devastating gambling addiction destroyed his career. Saved by his love of books, he's now writing fantasy novels and says he's never been happier.
Luke Bateman was flying high as an NRL player until a devastating gambling addiction destroyed his career. Saved by his love of books, he's now writing fantasy novels and says he's never been happier.
31x23 Blood on the Tracks (Don Craigie Part 3 Update) Episode overview
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Aug 03, 2026
What happened to Mark Haines? For 38 years Uncle Don Craigie has been fighting for answers. A new inquest reveals fresh evidence.
What happened to Mark Haines? For 38 years Uncle Don Craigie has been fighting for answers. A new inquest reveals fresh evidence.
The 1980s contaminated blood crisis devastated the lives of thousands of Australians who became infected with blood-borne diseases. Now survivor Tristan Stanley is heading a last-ditch campaign seeking justice for those left behind.
The 1980s contaminated blood crisis devastated the lives of thousands of Australians who became infected with blood-borne diseases. Now survivor Tristan Stanley is heading a last-ditch campaign seeking justice for those left behind.
When dancer Roz Hervey was diagnosed with motor neurone disease, her daughter, actor Tilda Cobham-Hervey, stepped behind the camera to record her mother's life story. With hours left to live, Roz made a dying wish.
When dancer Roz Hervey was diagnosed with motor neurone disease, her daughter, actor Tilda Cobham-Hervey, stepped behind the camera to record her mother's life story. With hours left to live, Roz made a dying wish.
Barnaby Joyce's defection to One Nation struck some as opportunism, others as evidence of an unrivalled political radar. But is the party big enough for him?
Barnaby Joyce's defection to One Nation struck some as opportunism, others as evidence of an unrivalled political radar. But is the party big enough for him?
31x27 Australian Story Live: Celebrating 30 Years Episode overview
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Aug 31, 2026
To celebrate 30 years of extraordinary stories Leigh Sales hosts a special at the Sydney Opera House, bringing together some unforgettable participants, musical performances and highlights from the archives.
To celebrate 30 years of extraordinary stories Leigh Sales hosts a special at the Sydney Opera House, bringing together some unforgettable participants, musical performances and highlights from the archives.
Journalist Cheng Lei discovered that the trauma of being separated from her children for three years didn't end with her release from a Chinese prison.
Journalist Cheng Lei discovered that the trauma of being separated from her children for three years didn't end with her release from a Chinese prison.
Molly's brutal murder at the hands of her ex-partner sparked outrage across Australia. Family and friends from the NSW town of Forbes reveal how the young mother did everything to save herself but the system let her down.
Molly's brutal murder at the hands of her ex-partner sparked outrage across Australia. Family and friends from the NSW town of Forbes reveal how the young mother did everything to save herself but the system let her down.
Australia's first Indigenous eye surgeon Kris Rallah-Baker has walked a zigzag path, driven by family struggles and overcoming racism. Now he's on a mission to heal blindness and empower the next generation.
Australia's first Indigenous eye surgeon Kris Rallah-Baker has walked a zigzag path, driven by family struggles and overcoming racism. Now he's on a mission to heal blindness and empower the next generation.
Divinyls lead singer Chrissy Amphlett was a rock icon who lived hard and burnt bright until her death at 53. Over two episodes, featuring previously unseen footage and unreleased songs, .. show full overview
Divinyls lead singer Chrissy Amphlett was a rock icon who lived hard and burnt bright until her death at 53. Over two episodes, featuring previously unseen footage and unreleased songs, friends, family and bandmates reflect on her wild life and rich legacy.
In Part 2 on Divinyls singer Chrissy Amphlett, the band implodes, she falls in love and finds a new musical direction. But before her death, she records three songs with Tim Finn that have only now seen the light of day.
In Part 2 on Divinyls singer Chrissy Amphlett, the band implodes, she falls in love and finds a new musical direction. But before her death, she records three songs with Tim Finn that have only now seen the light of day.
In 2024, acclaimed singer Katie Noonan's life fell apart when she split with her husband. Her new album reflects the grief of separation but is tempered with lyrics about falling in love, gifted to her by writer Trent Dalton.
In 2024, acclaimed singer Katie Noonan's life fell apart when she split with her husband. Her new album reflects the grief of separation but is tempered with lyrics about falling in love, gifted to her by writer Trent Dalton.
