Australia in Colour

2 Seasons 2019 - Present NR 7.8

Narrated by Hugo Weaving, this groundbreaking 4-part documentary series relives modern Australia's history, for the very first time in stunning colour.

'Australia in Colour' is the history of Australia told via a unique collection of cinematic moments brought to life for the first time in stunning colour. It tells the story of how Australia came to be the nation it is today. Narrated by Hugo Weaving, it's a reflection on Australia's character, its attitudes, its politics, and its struggle to value its Indigenous and multicultural past. 'Australia in Colour' gives a chance to relive history from a fresh perspective.

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Episodes:

Episode 1 Outpost of Empire

1. Outpost of Empire

Aired: Mar 6, 2019

Charts the story of the nation from 1897 to 1929 as agriculture transforms th...

Episode 2 Shifting Allegiance

2. Shifting Allegiance

Aired: Mar 13, 2019

Sport and comedy offer some relief from the hunger and hopelessness of the Gr...

Episode 3 Populate or Perish

3. Populate or Perish

Aired: Mar 20, 2019

The government adopts the slogan 'populate or perish' after World War II and ...

Episode 4 The Decade of Protest

4. The Decade of Protest

Aired: Mar 27, 2019

The public supports Australia joining the Vietnam War - but not conscription ...


Info about Australia in Colour

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: SBS

Production Country: Australia

Genres: War, Documentary, History