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The Best Episodes of Australian Story Season 24

Every episode of Australian Story Season 24 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Australian Story Season 24!

The Best Episodes of Australian Story Season 24

Putting the "real" back into reality television, Australian Story is an award-winning documentary series with no narrator and no agendas — just authentic stories told...
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    #1 - Back on Track

    S24:E1

    Legendary actor Jack Thompson was 48 hours away from death when his kidneys failed, forcing him into a lifetime of dialysis treatment. A purple truck from the desert kept him alive to film his most important role yet.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #2 - Call the Doctor

    S24:E2

    A disillusioned young outback doctor experiences a series of traumatic events that lead to the most positive and unexpected of outcomes.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #3 - Behind the Mask: Mike Willesee

    S24:E3

    Remember the life of legendary broadcaster Mike Willesee who died of throat cancer in March 2019. Mike's career spanned five decades, shaping current affairs in Australia and was known as the best interviewer in the business.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #4 - A Bitter Pill

    S24:E4

    Survivors of the morning sickness drug Thalidomide take their fight for justice to Canberra's Parliament House in a last-ditch battle for recognition, compensation and an apology.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #5 - It Takes a Village

    S24:E5

    Follow the triumphant story of Bhutanese conjoined twins Nima and Dawa after the ground-breaking Australian operation to separate them. With exclusive vision and interviews as they return to their remote Himalayan home.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #6 - Telling Tales

    S24:E6

    Writer and comedian Rosie Waterland has made a successful career out of seeing the funny side of her traumatic childhood. The darker things get in Rosie's life, the funnier she becomes.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #7 - The Invisible Man

    S24:E7

    The extraordinary story of Behrouz Boochani, the stateless refugee who won Australia's richest literary award while living on Manus Island, but remains unable to set foot in this country.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #8 - The Seekers: A World of Their Own

    S24:E8

    The Seekers blazed a trail for Australian music during the 1960's. In a television first, all four members come together to reminisce about their ride to the top and reveal the pain behind their famous break-up.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #9 - The Kids Are Alright

    S24:E9

    In an intimate portrait movie directors Jocelyn Moorhouse and PJ Hogan speak candidly about the challenges, heartbreak and unexpected joys of raising two severely autistic children and the sacrifices they have willingly made.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #10 - Mina Guli: Running on Empty

    S24:E10

    How far would you push yourself for a cause you believe in? Mina Guli attempted 100 marathons in 100 days, showing the extent someone will push their body to raise awareness to the global water crisis and create change.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #11 - Cry Me A River

    S24:E11

    When 21-year-old Menindee farmer Kate McBride found thousands of dying fish in the Darling River she was determined to tell what was happening and become a fierce advocate, testing the water and documenting locals' concerns.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #12 - Out of the Box

    S24:E12

    Vocal gymnast Kate Miller-Heidke opens up to Australian Story about the private pain behind the very personal song 'Zero Gravity', which she will perform at the Eurovision semi-finals in Tel Aviv on Wednesday 15 May.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #13 - Just Call Me Bob - Hawke Remembered

    S24:E13

    Australian Story celebrates the extraordinary life of former PM Bob Hawke, who died aged 89. Featuring rare photos from the family's private collection and revealing interviews with Hawke and those who knew and loved him.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #14 - The Wronged Man

    S24:E14

    The victim of a miscarriage of justice, Andrew Mallard spent 12 years in jail for murder. His conviction was quashed after uncovering a trail of deception and police misconduct, but his life ended in a cruel twist of fate.

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    #15 - Lady Justice

    S24:E15

    The history-making fall and rise of Debbie Kilroy, from high security prisoner to high profile lawyer and her freedom fight that's taking a new and novel direction.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #16 - After the World Ended

    S24:E16

    When Malaysian airlines flight MH17 was shot down over the Ukraine, the loss of Perth children Mo, Evie, Otis and granddad Nick touched the nation. For the first time, their parents reveal how they rebuilt their world.

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    #17 - An Innocent Abroad (Part 1)

    S24:E17

    Australian Story returns with a two-part exclusive program on the shocking story of Yoshe Taylor - a Queensland mother duped into smuggling drugs for an international syndicate.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #18 - An Innocent Abroad (Part 2)

    S24:E18

    Part 2 of Yoshe Taylor's incredible fight for justice as she speaks out for the first time since being released from a Cambodian prison to warn others of the scam that's turning innocent people into unsuspecting drug mules.

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    #19 - Last Train to Boree Creek

    S24:E19

    We look at the life of Former Deputy PM Tim Fischer, who inspired deep affection from the public and across the political divide. Just weeks before he died, his family invited us to his last public engagement in his hometown.

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    Director:Unknown
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    #20 - The Last Bow

    S24:E20

    The Choir of Hard Knocks took homeless people and turned them into a choir. Charismatic choirmaster Jonathon Welch guided them through thick and thin, but after a decade he's moving on, to concentrate on his foster children.

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    #21 - The Good Fight

    S24:E21

    When ABC broadcaster Jill Emberson was told she had ovarian cancer, she opted to go public and go loud. Fighting the deadliest of all women's cancers, Jill decided to advocate for more awareness and funding.

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    #22 - A Fortunate Life - Paul Hogan (Part 1)

    S24:E22

    As Paul Hogan prepares to celebrate his 80th birthday next month, he sits down with Australian Story for a look back over his remarkable life and career.

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    #23 - A Fortunate Life - Paul Hogan (Part 2)

    S24:E23

    After the success of Crocodile Dundee, Paul Hogan had the world at his feet. But when he left his wife of 30 years for co-star Linda Kozlowski the media turned. Candid insights from Paul, his family, friends and colleagues.

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    #24 - Perfect Strangers

    S24:E24

    Emma and Richard Austin endured ten years of gruelling fertility treatment in their quest for a baby. But a surprise offer came from a couple facing the dilemma of managing their leftover embryos. The gift became baby Henry.

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    #25 - Getting Away with Murder

    S24:E25

    Brothel madam Shirley Finn was shot through the head on a Perth golf course in 1975. After her daughter's 10-year battle to discover who killed her mother, an inquest hears fresh allegations of possible police involvement.

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Season 24 Ratings Summary

"Back on Track" is the best rated episode of "Australian Story" season 24. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/18/2019. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Call the Doctor".