Blue Water Empire

2019 - 2019

Episode 1

25th June 2019

Episode 1

An introduction to the Torres Straits and a fascinating exploration of the concepts that shaped Torres Strait Islander culture and custom before white settlement.

Episode 2

2nd July 2019

Episode 2

The pearling boom brings thousands of strangers to the region and has a profound economic and cultural impact on the Torres Strait. Missionaries introduce Christianity which affect traditional language, dance and tradition.

Episode 3

9th July 2019

Episode 3

After the collapse of pearling, many Torres Strait Islanders are forced to migrate to the mainland for work. Legendary leaders like Eddie Koiki Mabo and George Mye take huge strides towards returning autonomy to the Torres Strait island people, while the tragic sinking of the Malu Sara demonstrates the power still held by authorities over islander lives today.

Top Cast

Aaron Fa'aoso•Jimi Bani

Documentary Drama

A dramatised-documentary series giving a unique insight into the compelling history of the Torres Strait Islands, told through key stories by the men and women of the region.

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Aaron Fa'aoso

John Joseph / Gerry Stephens / Tanu Nona

Jimi Bani

Kebisu Baira / Dupa Baira / Wilfred Baira

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David Jowsey

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Aaron Fa'aoso

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Greer Simpkin

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Jimi Bani

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Lauren Mather

Associate Producer

Warwick Thornton

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