A three part documentary series chronicling the history of Nursing in Australia. Episode 1 chronicles the trials and tribulations of the early nursing sisters as they set out to provide healthcare in a vast and unforgiving land. Episode 2 is the story of Australian nurses’ involvement in every major conflict from the Zululand wars to Afghanistan. Episode 3 tells the story of how Australian nurses took on the government and the medical profession as they fight for better pay, professional respect and academic recognition.
“Its brilliant!! It made me cry though – everything I have worked for writ large! Thank you for getting it so right.” – Mary Chiarella RN, Former Chief Nurse of NSW