Tales from the Grave

She went above and beyond to write her novels.

It took a tragedy to start up a club that has been saving lives for the last century.

Despite his incredible paleontological skills and work with the National Museum, he was tipped out on the street.

She had high hopes in Hollywood but never truly made it.

Criminals tried to avoid his company as his reputation at capturing them was legendary.

'He served his country regardless of his own interests and died literally penniless'

His artistic talent hid a dark and evil side.

'Tis the season for a miracle to happen.

Constance Crombie bucked the trend when it came to leaving an abusive husband.

Her sewing skills helped rally the defiant on the goldfields.

He also is responsible for Freddo Frogs and Cherry Ripes.

She looked after the many sailors that made their way to The Basin in Pittwater.

Bella Guerin worked hard to promote the rights of women and pushed them into public life.

He provided free medical assistance to those who couldn't afford it.

When their dreams of a new life were dashed, the young Italian couple made new plans.

He stood on a crate when first playing billiards before becoming world champion.

A uniquely spirited woman who loved mountaineering.

His name has disappeared from the gravestone, but his legacy is large.

New technology may help the descendants of Private Inglis find where he is buried in Belgium.

Solomon Blay had a very distinct achievement in the early days of settlement in Tasmania, as the state's longest working hangman.