The Man from Kangaroo

John Harland is a former boxer who becomes a reverend in the town of Kangaroo. His life takes a turn when he falls for Muriel, an orphaned heiress, and uncovers her guardian Martin Giles's embezzlement of her inheritance. This revelation puts him at odds with the local community, as he faces backlash for teaching boxing to young boys.

The story intensifies when Harland receives advice from a man he rescues in Sydney, leading him to Kalmaroo, an area plagued by a criminal gang. Harland begins to preach there, only to find Muriel in attendance, complicating their relationship further. With her overseer Red Jack Braggan leading the gang and colluding with Giles, Harland's mission faces violent opposition, highlighting the struggle between good and evil in the community.