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- A tiger from Germany, Polar Bear cubs from Quebec and the well publicized pandas from China. We see the highs and lows of the huge team working for the safe travel of an endangered animal. The process is long, expensive, risky and delicate.
- For the past 4 years, scientist Dr Allen Dobrovolsky has been testing the waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Concerned with the degradation in water quality, his research has led him to believe that the reef could be facing an environmental disaster of enormous proportions. As Allen has been collecting data along the coast of the Great Barrier Reef, he has talked with residents, scientists, community activists and politicians about the hotly debated state of the Reef. The main voices in the documentary come from the top coral and marine research scientists in Australia, along with locals, activists, politicians and indigenous leaders, who are all concerned about the poor outlook for the reef due to the multiple port developments along the coast line that are contributing to its poor health. The story focuses on the fight that has been happening on land around governance of the reef's health.
- Australian downhill skateboarding is a fledgling sport that often resorts to outlaw events; meeting in clandestine locations to race on open roads. This is the first legitimate international event hosted by the Aussies and the best riders in the world have geared up in their leathers and sleek helmets to tame the notorious track. The documentary follows four Aussies from the Gold Coast in their quest to beat the best in the world.
- In 1994 a deadly virus struck in suburban Brisbane killing a horse trainer and fourteen of his horses. The outbreak bamboozled everyone and there was a scramble to uncover the cause. Initially thought to be foul play in the racing scene rumors and accusations were rampant. In a dark room at the Australian Animal Health Laboratory in Geelong, scientists looked at the image in front of them and knew it was dangerous. Outbreaks of Hendra are recurring and although the disease is slow to move it is lethal. The next big virus is around the corner it might be just as lethal but able to move faster; a devastating combination. The Hendra story has told us we need to be ready.
- Increasingly tourists are looking for a different experience when they travel. In New Zealand Maori cultural tours are becoming popular for international visitors. From authentic villages to whale watching in the pristine waters off the coastal town of Kaikoura. The experiences are different and visitors love it. But the stories of how these tourism ventures have become successful are inspiring.
- Stradbroke is a small island with a big history. The only way to and from Straddie is by barge or ferry which has kept the small community isolated from mainland Queensland. There are only 2500 residents but the group are diverse. Miners, business people, artists, scientists, surfers and a strong indigenous community. Debate has raged about preservation of the environment and cultural heritage but what unifies the eclectic mix is a love of their island home.