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Stories shared on
the national stage

A collection of featured media and video stories that explore family, heritage, culture and the journey behind Underground Chef, as seen across national television and major outlets.

Featured television stories

A curated collection of television segments and interviews featuring Ian and his family. Each video offers a different moment in time, shared publicly.

Honouring Mum: As we prepare to attend the 80th Hiroshima Commemoration - 7 NEWS

Essendon Airport Arrival – Meeting the Family at Last

A Day in Life: Family Moments & Everyday Happiness - ABC TV

Making It Official: Australian Citizenship – ABC TV

Breaking New Ground: The Story of the First Japanese War Bride - ABC TV

Kure's Legacy: The Parkers' Triumph Over Racial Divide - ABC TV

War Brides: 40th Anniversary of Settlement in Australia - SBS

Sowing Seeds of Peace: Cherry Tree Planting at Olinda in the Dandenong Ranges - SBS

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