Blue Water Empire - Season 1 - 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.
About Blue Water Empire
Title: Blue Water Empire
First Air Date: 2019-06-25
Last Air Date: 2019-07-09
Status: Ended
Rating: 0/10 (from 0 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 1
Total Episodes: 3
Network: ABC TV
Genres: Documentary, Drama
Production Companies: Bunya Productions
Synopsis
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.
Cast
Aaron Fa'aoso
John Joseph / Gerry Stephens / Tanu Nona
Jimi Bani
Kebisu Baira / Dupa Baira / Wilfred Baira
