"Dirtwater Dynasty" is about bitter rivalry leading to triumph and despair. The story follows Richard Eastwick's life, spanning three generations and eight decades. Born in London slums in 1878, he immigrates to Australia at age 20 with only courage and a dream. He acquires land, marries, raises a family, wins loyal friends, makes bitter enemies, and builds a cattle ranching empire. Both world wars and the economic depression devastate his family. Despite these setbacks, his ambition to create a dynasty fuels his perseverance, inspiring him to continue striving. Written by
Aired: Apr 9, 1988
