Beyond The Fire

Craig Calvert of Mossiface, Australia is a sixth generation farmer and for decades, his family were one of the biggest landowners in Gippsland. On December 31st 2019 Craigs family nearly lost it all. After fighting a raging inferno, Craig’s devastation is immeasurable. But his determination in overcoming adversity has inspired the nation and in turn, fuelled his passion for agricultural advocacy.

The inspirational story of two young Gippsland farmers Darcy & Clancy, as they orchestrate a convoy of 15 semi-trailers to deliver donated hay to fire stricken farms in East Gippsland during the Black Summer BushFire Crisis of 2020. The generosity of those involved is a witness to the power of what social connectedness and random acts of kindness can do within one of Australia's toughest times.

Mallacoota’s young people heroically lived through the Black Summer Bushfire Crisis and yet, are a pillar of strength for their wider community. With a fiery passion for climate change & social justice these innovative teenagers and young adults share their voice with Australia, and prove that our youth carry the keys to shifting our nations perspective in preserving our planets conscious for generations to come.

When traditional custodians of the land use burning to maintain Country, they use methods and wisdom that dates back over 60,000 years. In this special episode, Traditional Owners from Gunaikurnai Country in Gippsland discuss the fundamental benefits of cultural fire to care for and heal Country.

On the Eve of 2020, Lakes Entrance CFA were in for the fight of their lives. With incredible determination and courage, Phil Loukes, Geoff Bassett & Co. of District 11 share with Australia inspirational stories of how the station managed to survive with community supported resources in one of Australia's most devastating natural disaster yet.

Covering an area of only 72 square kilometres, the people of Wairewa found themselves engulfed in flames during the Black Summer Bush Fire Crisis. A population of 87 people within 24 homes, Wairewa saw 11 houses burnt to the ground and many locals left to fight flame alone. Yet, through grassroots support and the power of unity, the people of Wairewa survived and are here to share their story as they band together to celebrate new beginnings.

Mental Health advocate Sallie Jones is one powerhouse woman. After losing her father to suicide 3 years ago Sallie was determined to create a milk brand that pays dairy farmers a fair price whilst smashing the stigma of mental health. As Sallie puts together her annual dairy farmers calendar, we hear heroic stories from farmers rebuilding life from ashes and how the power of storytelling has the ability to not only impact lives… but possibly even save one.