The Doctor Blake Mysteries

The death of a local farmer leads Blake into Ballarat's murky world of late-night, back-street gambling and two brothers with contrasting fortunes

A hotel owner finds a body in one of the rooms and Blake's investigation leads him to a woman in Mattie's care who has lost her memory after a car crash

When Patrick Tyneman's son is arrested for the murder of a freemason, Blake must put his former rivalry with the Tynemans aside during his investigation

A hotel owner finds a body in one of the rooms and Blake's investigation leads him to a woman in Mattie's care who has lost her memory after a car crash

When Patrick Tyneman's son is arrested for the murder of a freemason, Blake must put his former rivalry with the Tynemans aside during his investigation

When a young woman is shot dead at a bonfire night celebration, the police arrest an aboriginal boy and Blake is forced to challenge the racist bias of both the police and the town

When a communist student is found dead after a run-in with local workers, Blake sifts through the politics and intrigue to find the killer. Crime drama, starring Craig McLachlan

A famous actress surprises everyone at the Colonists Club by dropping dead on stage, while Chief Superintendent Munro is convinced the killer is in the room

Lucien investigates when one of Ballarat's most prominent surgeons is found dead on his own operating table, and ends up being drawn into a web of jealousy and sexual intrigue

A hotel owner finds a body in one of the rooms and Blake's investigation leads him to a woman in Mattie's care who has lost her memory after a car crash

When Patrick Tyneman's son is arrested for the murder of a freemason, Blake must put his former rivalry with the Tynemans aside during his investigation

In this instalment of the Australian detective drama, the focus is on detectives Blake and Lawson, who are called in to examine the puzzling death of a mechanic who has been found lying beneath a car. The pair work methodically to piece together the events that led to the fatal discovery, following the clues left at the scene. The episode is part of the series that features Craig McLachlan in a starring role, adding his familiar presence to the investigative narrative. As the investigation unfolds, Blake and Lawson they're confronting the stark realities of the case, striving to uncover the truth behind the mechanic’s untimely demise.

In this instalment of the Australian detective drama, the focus is on detectives Blake and Lawson, who are called in to examine the puzzling death of a mechanic who has been found lying beneath a car. The pair work methodically to piece together the events that led to the fatal discovery, following the clues left at the scene. The episode is part of the series that features Craig McLachlan in a starring role, adding his familiar presence to the investigative narrative. As the investigation unfolds, Blake and Lawson they're confronting the stark realities of the case, striving to uncover the truth behind the mechanic’s untimely demise.

In this instalment of the Australian detective drama, the focus is on detectives Blake and Lawson, who are called in to examine the puzzling death of a mechanic who has been found lying beneath a car. The pair work methodically to piece together the events that led to the fatal discovery, following the clues left at the scene. The episode is part of the series that features Craig McLachlan in a starring role, adding his familiar presence to the investigative narrative. As the investigation unfolds, Blake and Lawson they're confronting the stark realities of the case, striving to uncover the truth behind the mechanic’s untimely demise.

The local medic takes on a puzzling case after a businessman is discovered dead, drowned in the town’s swimming baths. The death occurs just after the entrepreneur has proudly presented his ambitious scheme for a new theme park centred on the Ballarat gold‑rush era. With the unveiling still fresh in everyone’s mind, the medic is called in to examine the circumstances surrounding the drowning. He scrutinises the scene, interviews witnesses and pieces together the timeline to determine whether the tragedy doesn't appear to be a simple accident or something more sinister. The investigation hinges on the link between the recent park announcement and the untimely demise.

The local medic takes on a puzzling case after a businessman is discovered dead, drowned in the town’s swimming baths. The death occurs just after the entrepreneur has proudly presented his ambitious scheme for a new theme park centred on the Ballarat gold‑rush era. With the unveiling still fresh in everyone’s mind, the medic is called in to examine the circumstances surrounding the drowning. He scrutinises the scene, interviews witnesses and pieces together the timeline to determine whether the tragedy doesn't appear to be a simple accident or something more sinister. The investigation hinges on the link between the recent park announcement and the untimely demise.

The local medic takes on a puzzling case after a businessman is discovered dead, drowned in the town’s swimming baths. The death occurs just after the entrepreneur has proudly presented his ambitious scheme for a new theme park centred on the Ballarat gold‑rush era. With the unveiling still fresh in everyone’s mind, the medic is called in to examine the circumstances surrounding the drowning. He scrutinises the scene, interviews witnesses and pieces together the timeline to determine whether the tragedy doesn't appear to be a simple accident or something more sinister. The investigation hinges on the link between the recent park announcement and the untimely demise.

When a lucky‑draw winner is snatched and held for ransom, the case falls into Blake’s hands. Relying on his sharp intuition and a very personal approach, he begins to wade through the list of possible culprits. He questions each lead with a blend of instinctive hunches and genuine empathy, trying to separate genuine motives from red herrings. By keeping a close eye on the behaviour of those around the victim, Blake slowly narrows the field, discarding those who simply look suspicious and focusing on the few who might truly be behind the abduction. His methodical, yet human, style drives the investigation forward.

During a routine training ride, a jockey meets a fatal end when his horse bucks him off, an incident that at first appears to be a tragic accident. However, subtle signs soon emerge that suggest the incident was not accidental, hinting at possible sabotage aimed at influencing the sport’s outcomes. Blake and Frank decide to quiz the local bookmakers, probing for any connection between the suspicious death and the betting community. Their questioning aims to reveal whether the bookmakers benefitted from the jockey’s removal. The episode features Craig McLachlan in a prominent role, anchoring the narrative as the inquiry unfolds.

In the episode, a routine training exercise turns fatal when a soldier is killed, an event that should've been a routine, low‑risk drill to keep the troops sharp. As the inquiry into the tragedy unfolds, Blake—a seasoned officer—is assigned to uncover exactly what went wrong. His investigation leads him straight to the newly appointed base commander, a man he knows all too well: Major Derek Alderton, his former nemesis. The two come face to face, their meeting charged by a history of rivalry. This confrontation forces Blake to confront his past while he tries to make sense of the loss that has shaken the unit.

Frank, out for a round of golf, suddenly becomes witness to a grim scene when the body of a local newspaper reporter is discovered concealed in one of the course’s sand bunkers. The murder draws the attention of the chief superintendent, who, together with his colleague Blake, begins to probe the case. Their early inquiries quickly reveal that the killing is not merely a random act of violence but appears to be tied to the machinations of local political figures. This realisation forces them to delve deeper into the intertwining worlds of sport, journalism and municipal power, and the investigation takes on a broader significance.

The incident centres on a firefighter who ends up falling from the bell tower at the Ballarat fire station. At first glance the death appears to be a suicide, but Blake is not convinced and suspects that something more sinister may be involved. He begins to look for signs of foul play, yet despite his efforts he cannot locate any concrete evidence that would substantiate his theory. The story follows Blake's attempts to uncover the truth behind the fall, highlighting the gap between his suspicions and the lack of proof. Throughout the narrative, Blake wrestles with the frustration of having only circumstantial clues and no definitive proof, leaving the case unresolved.

While a crowd gathers at the Ballarat Observatory to witness the solar eclipse, the event takes an unexpected turn when a dead body is discovered on the premises. The sudden death throws the assembled spectators into shock, and the focus shifts from the celestial phenomenon to the mystery surrounding the corpse. Among those present is Blake, who's found himself under suspicion and can't afford to waste time locating the real perpetrator. His sole aim is to identify a suspect who could exonerate him, thereby proving his own innocence. The episode follows Blake's frantic effort to untangle the circumstances of the murder while the eclipse continues overhead.

When a lucky‑draw winner is snatched and held for ransom, the case falls into Blake’s hands. Relying on his sharp intuition and a very personal approach, he begins to wade through the list of possible culprits. He questions each lead with a blend of instinctive hunches and genuine empathy, trying to separate genuine motives from red herrings. By keeping a close eye on the behaviour of those around the victim, Blake slowly narrows the field, discarding those who simply look suspicious and focusing on the few who might truly be behind the abduction. His methodical, yet human, style drives the investigation forward.

When a lucky‑draw winner is snatched and held for ransom, the case falls into Blake’s hands. Relying on his sharp intuition and a very personal approach, he begins to wade through the list of possible culprits. He questions each lead with a blend of instinctive hunches and genuine empathy, trying to separate genuine motives from red herrings. By keeping a close eye on the behaviour of those around the victim, Blake slowly narrows the field, discarding those who simply look suspicious and focusing on the few who might truly be behind the abduction. His methodical, yet human, style drives the investigation forward.

During a routine training ride, a jockey meets a fatal end when his horse bucks him off, an incident that at first appears to be a tragic accident. However, subtle signs soon emerge that suggest the incident was not accidental, hinting at possible sabotage aimed at influencing the sport’s outcomes. Blake and Frank decide to quiz the local bookmakers, probing for any connection between the suspicious death and the betting community. Their questioning aims to reveal whether the bookmakers benefitted from the jockey’s removal. The episode features Craig McLachlan in a prominent role, anchoring the narrative as the inquiry unfolds.

During a routine training ride, a jockey meets a fatal end when his horse bucks him off, an incident that at first appears to be a tragic accident. However, subtle signs soon emerge that suggest the incident was not accidental, hinting at possible sabotage aimed at influencing the sport’s outcomes. Blake and Frank decide to quiz the local bookmakers, probing for any connection between the suspicious death and the betting community. Their questioning aims to reveal whether the bookmakers benefitted from the jockey’s removal. The episode features Craig McLachlan in a prominent role, anchoring the narrative as the inquiry unfolds.

In the Australian detective drama “A Lethal Combination”, a boxer collapses and dies during a bout, prompting immediate doubts about the cause. Lucien, the investigator, suspects the death may be the result of foul play rather than an accident, and he begins to piece together clues that point toward murder. The episode unfolds within the gritty atmosphere of a boxing arena, highlighting the thin line between sport and danger. Craig McLachlan leads the cast, driving the tension as Lucien’s methodical inquiry uncovers the possibility of a calculated act behind the fatal incident. The storyline keeps viewers guessing as each new detail raises further suspicion.

A medic finds himself drawn into a troubling case when a young gypsy girl is discovered dead, having been strangled. As he begins to piece together the circumstances surrounding her death, he quickly realises the investigation is fraught with bias, forcing him to navigate a landscape where prejudice threatens to cloud the truth. He must balance his professional duty with the delicate sensitivities of the local community, aware that any misstep could inflame existing tensions. The drama, featuring Craig MacLachlan, follows the medic’s attempts to uncover what really happened while confronting the social tensions that surface during the enquiry. He conducts interviews and forensic checks, striving to build a factual account as prejudice looms over each lead.

When a corpse turns up in a freezer, Lucien steps in to probe the case. He zeroes in on the deceased’s sexual history, hoping it might shed light on how the man met his end. By digging into that aspect of his life, Lucien hopes to tease out whether the death was a tragic mishap or a deliberate killing. The investigation hinges on the clues hidden in the victim’s private relationships, and Lucien’s task is to piece together enough evidence to decide if the incident was accidental or the result of foul play. He treats the victim’s sexual orientation as a potential key to unlocking the truth behind the frozen corpse.

In the episode, investigators discover the bodies of two sisters inside their house, both having been exposed to gas. One of the women is a gifted writer, recognised for her literary talent, while the other hides a disturbing secret that colours her life. When the emergency services manage to pull one sister out alive, the circumstances surrounding the tragedy raise immediate suspicion of criminal interference. The surviving sibling's account, combined with the eerie scene, leaves the authorities unsure whether the gas attack was accidental or deliberately orchestrated. As the mystery deepens, they're forced to focus on uncovering the truth behind the alleged foul play.

Detective Blake is summoned to a quiet neighbourhood after a retired carpenter is found dead. The case lands on his desk, and he heads to the scene to piece together what happened to the former tradesman who had long since left his workshop behind, searching for any overlooked detail. At the crime scene, the only individual who draws Blake’s serious attention is a teenage boy. The youngster is discovered kneeling beside the body, his hands clasped in prayer, while his clothing is heavily stained with blood, making him the sole plausible suspect in Blake’s assessment, a grim picture that forces Blake to consider the boy’s possible involvement.

Although he’s forced to stay indoors while nursing his injuries, Blake refuses to let his confinement slow him down. From his home, he continues to work on the investigation, using whatever resources he can access to piece together the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. He spends hours poring over reports and maps, refusing to let pain dictate his pace. The focus of his inquiry is the untimely death of a teenage girl whose body was found in the dressing‑room of a debutante ball. Blake methodically examines the scene, interviews witnesses and follows every lead, determined to uncover what really happened despite his physical limitations. The case unfolds against the backdrop of high society, where whispered conversations could hold a clue.

Set in an Australian countryside, the story opens with a farmer whose vineyard is deliberately ignited, the flames licking the rows of vines until the whole plot is engulfed. As the fire rages, a gun is fired and the farmer is shot, leaving him injured and the surrounding community reeling from the sudden violence. At the same time, a medic finds himself thrust into the spotlight for entirely the wrong reasons, his name splashed across headlines that focus on his involvement rather than the tragedy. The series, starring Craig McLachlan, follows this unsettling chain of events, underscoring how the medical professional becomes an unintended focal point amid the chaos.

In the episode, a routine training exercise turns fatal when a soldier is killed, an event that should've been a routine, low‑risk drill to keep the troops sharp. As the inquiry into the tragedy unfolds, Blake—a seasoned officer—is assigned to uncover exactly what went wrong. His investigation leads him straight to the newly appointed base commander, a man he knows all too well: Major Derek Alderton, his former nemesis. The two come face to face, their meeting charged by a history of rivalry. This confrontation forces Blake to confront his past while he tries to make sense of the loss that has shaken the unit.

In the episode, a routine training exercise turns fatal when a soldier is killed, an event that should've been a routine, low‑risk drill to keep the troops sharp. As the inquiry into the tragedy unfolds, Blake—a seasoned officer—is assigned to uncover exactly what went wrong. His investigation leads him straight to the newly appointed base commander, a man he knows all too well: Major Derek Alderton, his former nemesis. The two come face to face, their meeting charged by a history of rivalry. This confrontation forces Blake to confront his past while he tries to make sense of the loss that has shaken the unit.

Frank, out for a round of golf, suddenly becomes witness to a grim scene when the body of a local newspaper reporter is discovered concealed in one of the course’s sand bunkers. The murder draws the attention of the chief superintendent, who, together with his colleague Blake, begins to probe the case. Their early inquiries quickly reveal that the killing is not merely a random act of violence but appears to be tied to the machinations of local political figures. This realisation forces them to delve deeper into the intertwining worlds of sport, journalism and municipal power, and the investigation takes on a broader significance.

Frank, out for a round of golf, suddenly becomes witness to a grim scene when the body of a local newspaper reporter is discovered concealed in one of the course’s sand bunkers. The murder draws the attention of the chief superintendent, who, together with his colleague Blake, begins to probe the case. Their early inquiries quickly reveal that the killing is not merely a random act of violence but appears to be tied to the machinations of local political figures. This realisation forces them to delve deeper into the intertwining worlds of sport, journalism and municipal power, and the investigation takes on a broader significance.

A young police officer’s corpse is discovered inside the police station, sending a wave of terror through the community. Residents are left bewildered, can’t understand why anyone would choose to attack those who protect them. The unsettling sight of the officer’s body has left the town on edge, with rumours spreading and a sense of insecurity taking hold. As the investigation unfolds, the mystery deepens, with no clear reason for the killer’s focus on law enforcement. The atmosphere remains tense, with fear dominating daily life. Even routine activities feel shadowed by the recent tragedy, as the community struggles to come to terms with the unsettling reality that those meant to safeguard them can become victims.