Tom Pagdin, Pirate

On the sleepy banks of the Broadstream, a wiry boy named Tom Pagdin spends his mornings fishing from a rickety punt, trading slingshot shots with the local wildlife and sparring with his cantankerous father. His restless spirit and love of daring tricks set the tone for a life that soon drifts far from the quiet riverbank. When a chance encounter with a red‑haired fellow stirs his imagination, Tom’s antics begin to echo the boldness of legendary sea rogues.

From that first reckless splash, Tom is drawn into the world of makeshift pirates who ply the inland waterways, forming a ragged crew bound by oaths, secret raids, and whispered loyalties. The narrative follows his growth from a mischievous youth into a charismatic leader, while exploring friendship, rivalry, and a budding romance that blooms amid the perilous tides. Listeners will be carried along swift currents of humor, danger, and the timeless lure of adventure, all rendered in vivid early‑twentieth‑century Australian colour.