Great Australian Odysseys: By Sea, Sky, Road and Rail
Jim Haynes
Feb 2026 · Bolinda · Narrated by Jim Haynes
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Trucks, trains, boats and planes – welcome to a treasury of unsung heroes and extraordinary journeys that have shaped Australia's history. From the bravery of Australia's sailors to the great age of rail, the resilience of the truckers crossing the Nullarbor to the daring aviation pioneers who turned the skies into a new frontier, Great Australian Odysseys is a rich tapestry of adventure and ingenuity, with a good dose of Aussie laughs. Journey through tales of hardy truckers braving isolation, mechanical mishaps and political battles. Navigate the high seas with our first submariners' record-breaking journeys and daring rescues. Relive the golden age of rail with evocative stories celebrating Australia's railway heritage, from Mark Twain Down Under to Ben Chifley's locomotive legacy. Soar through the skies with aviation legends such as Smithy, Bert Hinkler and Francis Birtles, whose courage and innovation transformed how we travel. With humour, heartbreak and a deep respect for history, bestselling chronicler of Australia Jim Haynes brings to life the pioneers, larrikins and legends who define the country's unique spirit.
Trucks, trains, boats and planes – welcome to a treasury of unsung heroes and extraordinary journeys that have shaped Australia's history. From the bravery of Australia's sailors to the great age of rail, the resilience of the truckers crossing the Nullarbor to the daring aviation pioneers who tu...
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Jim Haynes is the bestselling author of more than 30 books as well as an entertainer, historian, songwriter and verse-writer. His wildly popular books include Great Australian Rascals, Rogues and Ratbags; Heroes, Rebels and Radicals of Convict Australia; Great Australian Scams, Cons and Rorts and The Big Book of Australian Yarns among many others. He currently presents three Australian history segments a week on Sydney Radio Station 2GB. Haynes was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2016 'for service to the performing arts as an entertainer, author, broadcaster and historian'. His most recent book is Great Australian Odysseys (2025).
Jim Haynes is the bestselling author of more than 30 books as well as an entertainer, historian, songwriter and verse-writer. His wildly popular books include Great Australian Rascals, Rogues and Ratbags; Heroes, Rebels and Radicals of Convict Australia; Great Australian Scams, Cons and Rorts and...
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