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Across the Roof of the World
- 1998
- Documentary
- 45mins
- Status: Completed
Ride by motorbike from one end of the Indian Himalaya at the source of the Ghanges, through little Tibet and sacred festivals, across the world's hightest road to Srinigar in Kashmir.
Alaska Alive!
- 1998
- Documentary
- 50mins
- Status: Completed
Expedition across Alaska, taking in wildlife, characters, scenery and adventure. From a cruise along the inside passage with collapsing glaciers and waters thrashing with killer whales to wild grizzly bear cubs and the iditarod dog sled race.
Along The Andes 1 & 2
- 1996
- Documentary
- 2 x 45mins
- Status: Completed
The people of the Andes, from Colombia through Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Argentina and Chile. Festivals, bullfights, coca chewing Indians, lost cities...
Antarctica Alive!
- 1998
- Documentary
- 50mins
- Status: Completed
The beauty and savagery of the Antarctic, its wildlife - from seals, to penguins and whales - in action sequences.
Arctic Wonderland
- 1996
- Documentary
- 46mins
- Status: Completed
The wildlife and characters of the Arctic, captured in a dog-sled trip. Sami festivals with reindeer racing, Santa Claus and polar bears.
Australia's Deadliest Destinations
- 2005
- Documentary
- 7 x 60mins
- Status: Completed
A series of specials taking the viewer through the most dangerous regions of Australia. Visit places stalked by tragedy and filled with dangerous and venomous creatures. Encounter characters who live and work in these death zones, observing how they handle these killers. Killer creatures, death-defying characters and forbidden landscapes, from the Simpson Desert to Kakadu and the Great Barrier Reef. Explore the most remote and forbidding parts of the continent.
Australia's Deadliest Sea Creatures
- 2006
- Documentary
- 60mins
- Status: Completed
This documentary explores the wide assortment of vicious and deadly creatures that live in Australia's coastal waters. From sea snakes, octopuses, cone shells and stingrays to jellyfish, crocodiles and sharks. This documentary reveals the instincts of territorial sea creatures and their alarming defense mechanisms that harm unsuspecting human swimmers.
Australia's Greatest Islands
- 2006
- Documentary
- 60mins
- Status: Completed
Producer/presenter Greg Grainger takes a very close swim with manta rays and whales, tracks endangered seals and kangaroos and watches birds that fly backwards. As animals fight to survive in these paradises, so do plants. From tropical beaches to sub-zero temperatures, AUSTRALIA'S GREATEST ISLANDS guides viewers through the abundance of wildlife while exploring how the unique wildlife survives.
Australia's Terrifying Top 20
- 2007
- Documentary
- 50mins
- Status: Completed
Australia has more deadly wildlife, both on land and sea, than anywhere in the world. Even seemingly harmless animals have their dark side. This countdown presents animals that have killed, or have the potential to kill, humans in Australia. Each animal's unique method of attacking prey, along with shocking facts, will captivate all viewers.
Backyard Killers
- 2005
- Documentary
- 55mins
- Status: Completed
Lurking in backyards across Australia are a range of arachnids and creatures that could kill. The best known are the Funnel Web spiders and Brown snakes that live in the gardens of suburbia. But there are other creatures such as bees, wasps and scorpions that can be equally deadly. This program identifies these killers and talks to people who have been lucky enough to survive. Their accounts will chill!
The Beast Within - Living with Wild Animals
- 2002
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
Follows colourful individuals around the world who live with animals normally considered wild and dangerous. The program examines their motives and shows the strong bonds established between man and beast.
Beware The Ice Bear
- 1996
- Documentary
- 26mins
- Status: Completed
This documentary follows three groups of Polar Bears, in Svalbard, Hudson Bay and Hopen Island. It includes dramatic footage of a polar bear smashing through ice and catching a seal and features bears fighting and at play.
Blue Mountains Magic
- 1998
- Documentary
- 46mins
- Status: Completed
Nostalgia and wilderness are the dominant themes in this topical travelogue of the Blue Mountains. The Jurassic Pines, steam trains, vintage cars, Charleston dancing, Jenolan Caves.
Caribbean Blue
- 1999
- Documentary
- 48mins
- Status: Completed
A classic sailing adventure around the Caribbean with festivals on shore.
The Cherry Blossom Trail
- 2000
- Documentary
- 92mins
- Status: Completed
THE CHERRY BLOSSOM TRAIL follows a revered time of Oriental beauty in Japan known as the Hanami: that time when the fruit trees come into bloom.
Cutest Kittens
- 2003
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
The ultimate documentary about kittens, from the miracle of birth to the various breeds and stories of superstar kittens in action.
Danger Down Under
- 2003
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
Examining characters across Australia who've developed very special relationships with the deadliest creatures on earth. Thrilling images, deadly creatures, risk-taking characters - it's all part of DANGER DOWN UNDER.
The Delights of Turkey
- 2001
- Documentary
- 46mins
- Status: Completed
A trip by motorbike through western Turkey, encourntery all the Roman ruins and fascinating settlements such as Cappadocia.
Extreme Encounters in Travel: Memorable Moments from a Documentary Producer
- 2006
- Documentary
- 60mins
- Status: Completed
Australian documentary maker Greg Grainger has had some fascinating encounters in his filming career...face to face meetings with cannibals in Irian Jaya, sky burials in Tibet, collapsing glaciers in South America. Highlights from these expeditions form part of Grainger TV's production EXTREME ENCOUNTERS IN TRAVEL: MEMORABLE MOMENTS FROM A DOCUMENTARY PRODUCER.
Fabulous Foals
- 2004
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
FABULOUS FOALS is an exciting look at the diverse world of horses, focusing on their cutest first months of life. Designed as a third in the series to PRECIOUS PUPPIES and CUTEST KITTENS, this program will capture younger viewers caught up in the 'Saddle Club' phenomena. FABULOUS FOALS takes us around the globe to discover the many beautiful breeds of horse, from the smallest to the tallest, from hardworking heavy horses to the majestic Spanish dancing horses. We'll see a whole range of horse sports, horse shows, talented movie horses and the loving relationships that families and children have with their mounts - all designed to fascinate, compel and uplift us.
Flying Dreams
- 2006
- Documentary
- 120mins
- Status: Completed
Five men. One plane. Thirty refuelling stops. One globe. It was their dream flight, taking a Kingair 8200 around the world. Share their passion, their trials, their triumphs as they become part of a very exclusive club, the Earth Rounders.
The Greatest Reef
- 2006
- Documentary
- 60mins
- Status: Completed
The spectacular Great Barrier Reef of Australia and its diverse marine life are facing a myriad of challenges. This documentary succeeds in showing both the brilliance of the reef and its creatures, and modern threats such as invasion by colonies of Crown of Thorns starfish and human development.
Greece is the Word
- 2004
- Documentary
- 2 x 43mins
- Status: Completed
Comedian Nick Giannopoulos presents two very informative and funny programs on his homeland Greece. He takes us through the beautiful islands of Mykonos and Santorini, along with the historic ruins of Olympia and Delphi.
Heavenly Hawaii
- 2003
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
A 52 minute special capturing the beauties, exciting adventures and wonderful people of the islands of Hawaii.
Heroes of the Amazon
- 1996
- Documentary
- 47mins
- Status: Completed
This film captures the true essence of the Amazon: its legendary wild jungles, and its superb array of wildlife seen through the eyes of remarkable characters who live in the Amazon Basin.
Highlands Charm
- 1999
- Documentary
- 47mins
- Status: Completed
The beauty and characters of the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, from the running of the Bong Bong up to the spectacle of the tulip festival in Bowral.
Hunter Magic
- 1999
- Documentary
- 48mins
- Status: Completed
Prolific vineyards, the horse capital of Australia, the beautiful Barrington Tops, historic villages of the Hunter Valley of Australia.
In the Footsteps of the Pharoahs
- 1999
- Documentary
- 49mins
- Status: Completed
A journey through Egypt, visiting reminders of the country's prolific ancient civilisation, from Abu Simbel, to Luxor and the Pyramids.
In the Wake of the Vikings
- 2000
- Documentary
- 51mins
- Status: Completed
IN THE WAKE OF THE VIKINGS documents a modern day adventure in the same waters sailed by the great Viking explorers, Erik the Red and Leif Eriksson, in Greenland and Iceland a thousand years ago.
Inferno
- 2004
- Documentary
- 45mins
- Status: Completed
INFERNO is a fast-paced one-hour docu-drama about a team of fire fighters and their many fires and rescues. Exclusive access means the camera team follow the fire fighters into the midst of major emergencies, resulting in a very real and dramatic coverage at the heart of the crisis. Producer/narrator Greg Grainger follows the team from C Platoon Blacktown for several months through the most extreme fires, recruit training and risky rescues.
The Island at the End of the World
- 2003
- Documentary
- 45mins
- Status: Completed
THE ISLAND AT THE END OF THE WORLD is a 45 minute special documenting a journey around the awesome sub-Antarctic Island of South Georgia, made famous by the legendary explorer Sir Ernest Shakleton. Our modern-day expedition sets out to follow the same route over South Georgia, as taken by Shakleton after his ill-fated expedition to the Antarctic in 1915.
Jarunee the Singing Ape
- 1997
- Documentary
- 49mins
- Status: Completed
The birth and life of the gibbon Jarunee, including hunters and captors, raids and rehabilitation. Scenes of heart-ache and joy, in a touching special.
Kingdom of Brunei
- 1997
- Documentary
- 48mins
- Status: Completed
Kiwi Magic - Ultimate New Zealand
- 2003
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
A 52 minute documentary, capturing scenic beauty, rich culture, quaint characters and high adventures of New Zealand.
Lords of the Wild: Fighting for Survival
- 2000
- Documentary
- 50mins
- Status: Completed
LORDS OF THE WILD - FIGHTING FOR SURVIVAL is a one hour special, featuring every species of bear around the world and their fight for survival.
Love in the Wild
- 1997
- Documentary
- 50mins
- Status: Completed
Animal affection, from courtship, mating and rearing to territorial protection and play.
Maccas - 30 Years in Australia
- 2001
- Documentary
- 45mins
- Status: Completed
A 30 year history of the great characters of McDonalds and its time in Australia.
Magic Harbour
- 1999
- Documentary
- 48mins
- Status: Completed
The beauty, characters, attractions and major events of Sydney Harbour. From fishermen to plot-boats, rowers, luxury cruisers and fairy penguin colonies.
Magic Of Africa
- 1996
- Documentary
- 44mins
- Status: Completed
The very best of African wildlife, peoples, adventures and experiences. Including wildlife safaris in the Serengeti and Kruger National Parks, a luxury steam train ride from Tanzania to South Africa, life of the Masaii and Victoria Falls.
The Maple Leaf Express
- 2000
- Documentary
- 51mins
- Status: Completed
THE MAPLE LEAF EXPRESS features a grand adventure right through the heart of Canada, from Novia Scotia on the far east coast, lapped by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, to the Pacific Coast in British Colombia.
The Marvels of Madagascar
- 2001
- Documentary
- 47mins
- Status: Completed
Unique wildlife such as lemurs and chameleons on the island of Madagascar.
Mediterranean Magic
- 1999
- Documentary
- 48mins
- Status: Completed
A classic sailing adventure around the Mediterranean, from Turkey and Greece to Corsica and Sardinia and the Cote d'Azur of France.
Mexico: Maya to Mariachis
- 2001
- Documentary
- 53mins
- Status: Completed
MEXICO: MAYA TO MARIACHIS captures all of the vibrancy and passion of Mexico, in a journey from the Pacific Coast to the Caribbean Sea, featuring bullfights, ballet, Monarch butterflies, fervent religious pilgrimages, Mariachis and the temples of Teotihuacan, Palenque, and Chichen-Ilza.
Miracles from the Wildside
- 2003
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
An endearing, heartwarming documentary about the special relationship between disabled people and animals and how those creatures are able to generate discernible improvements with both physical and emotional problems.
Mysteries of the Mekong
- 2001
- Documentary
- 54mins
- Status: Completed
MYSTERIES OF THE MEKONG documents a trip down the Mekong River through the heart of Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam, encountering great mysteries including the Plain of Jars, Angkor Wat, shaman hilltribe ceremonies, opium smokers, the tunnels of the Viet Cong, and Tu Duc's mausoleum.
On Thin Ice: Plight of the Polar Bear
- 2007
- Documentary
- 60mins
- Status: Completed
Polar bears around the world are facing the real issue of global warming. Melting ice-caps and a lack of food are making it hard for this enormous creature to fit into the future. ON THIN ICE goes out tracking these creatures and talking to the polar bear experts.
Polynesian Paradises
- 2002
- Documentary
- 44mins
- Status: Completed
POLYNESIAN PARADISES explores the characters of French Polynesia, from the warriors of the Marquesas to Marlon Brando's son on the family island of Tetiaroa.
Precious Puppies
- 2003
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
The ultimate documentary on puppies, from the miracle of birth to the wide range of exotic breeds, to the ultimate performing pooches and star puppies.
Siberia and Beyond
- 1994
- Documentary
- 25mins
- Status: Completed
This film shows a face of Siberia which has seldom been seen. We discover a country which has been largely untouched by the fall of communism. Flying in a helicopter once the personal machine of the country's president, and then sailing in an ancient fishing boat, we explore the vast Lake Baikal, the world's largest freshwater lake. We meet the nomadic Buryat tribe, visit a Russian Orthodox Church, join a group of glaciologists in Kazakhstan and journey along the Great Silk Road through Uzbekistan.
Taming the Tigers
- 2001
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
TAMING THE TIGERS is a gripping one hour documentary showing the unique relationship between trainers and tigers in captivity. The program addresses the question of whether tigers can be tamed or simply trained, with stories aplenty of tigers that have lost control and attacked their keepers.
Towards the Golden Triangle
- 1997
- Documentary
- 47mins
- Status: Completed
A series of adventures through Southeast Asia; life with ring-necked Karen tribe, the hill-tribes of northern Thailand; dare-devils who wrestle crocodiles and kiss deadly cobras.
Travel Oz
SERIES OVERVIEW
- 2008 - 2015
- Documentary
- 91 x 30mins
- Status: Completed
TRAVEL OZ aims to capture the spirit of Australia through its characters, events and remote and exotic adventures.
Travel Oz series 1
- 2008
- Documentary
- 25 x 30mins
- Status: Completed
The diversity of Australia's culture, wildlife, landmarks and celebrations are presented by veteran producer Greg Grainger and two hot new talents, the Two Tims. Greg and the Two Tims crisscross this amazing continent highlighting cultural festivals, stunning natural formations, alluring travel routes, exciting wildlife experiences while revealing the true Australian spirit in cities and in the Outback.
Travel Oz series 2
- 2009
- Documentary
- 24 x 30mins
- Status: Completed
TRAVEL OZ aims to capture the spirit of Australia through its characters, events and remote and exotic destinations.
Travel Oz series 3
- 2010
- Documentary
- 42 x 30mins
- Status: Completed
TRAVEL OZ aims to capture the spirit of Australia through its characters, events and remote and exotic adventures.
Travel Oz series 4
- 2015
- Documentary
- 14 x 30mins
- Status: Completed
Travel Oz is an all-Aussie TV travel show that screens on the Channel 7 Network in Australia, and international broadcasters from Australia Plus to First HD TV Russia to FMG USA. Produced by veteran travel documentary producer/presenter Greg Grainger, each episode of Travel Oz features 3 destinations.
Triumph and Tragedy on the Greatest Reef
- 1998
- Documentary
- 48mins
- Status: Completed
This documentary shows the beauty and perils of the Great Barrier Reef. From coral spawning to shark attacks.
Wildest Africa
- 1996
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
This documentary features gripping footage of all the major wildlife in Africa and examines the demise of all. Stunning footage of kills by lions, leopards and cheetahs.
Wildest Antarctica
- 1998
- Documentary
- 50mins
- Status: Completed
The splendid wildlife and formations of the Antarctic, from whales and penguins to seals - all in action sequences.
Wildest Arctic
- 1999
- Documentary
- 50mins
- Status: Completed
Action sequences including all of the wild creatures of the Arctic, from polar bears killing seals, to brown bear catching salmon. Wolves, lynx, whales, musk ox, walrus, arctic fox and reindeer.
Wildest Asia
- 1997
- Documentary
- 50mins
- Status: Completed
Action sequences - from fighting and mating to territorial protection involving all the major Asian species, from tigers and orangutans to gibbons, and macaques in the snow in Japan.
Wildest Australia
- 1996
- Documentary
- 53mins
- Status: Completed
This documentary features good action sequences involving the full range of Australia's diverse wildlife, from kangaroos' kick-boxing, dingoes' fishing to koalas' fighting and platypus' eating.
Wildest Islands of Australia
- 1999
- Documentary
- 49mins
- Status: Completed
The enormous diversity of both plants and wildlife in the islands surrounding Australia, from Lord Howe Island and Kangaroo Island to the Great Barrier Reef, Rottnest and Macquarie Islands.
Wildest South America
- 1997
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
This documentary features all of South America's diverse creatures, from jaguars and ocelots to tapirs and giant ant eaters. Stunning action sequences, set in the jungles of the Amazon.
Wingbeats to the Amazon
- 1997
- Documentary
- 50mins
- Status: Completed
The many colourful, majestic and bizarre birds of South America, in a journey from Patagonia through the Pampas to the Amazon.
Working with Wild Animals
- 2003
- Documentary
- 52mins
- Status: Completed
Featuring intimate stories from around the world, this program explores the tender rapport - and high danger - that exists between wild animals and their keepers in public exhibitions.
Yangtze to Shangri-la
- 2000
- Documentary
- 48mins
- Status: Completed
A sailing expedition up the Yangzte river through the three gorges in search of the mythical kingdom of Shangri-la.
Yindi, The Last Koala?
- 1996
- Documentary
- 48mins
- Status: Completed
This title follows the extraordinary life of Yindi the Koala from birth, documenting threats from cars, dogs, housing and bushfires. Also examines the demise of the koala population and the threat of extinction.

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