The Tailings

Set in the remote, rugged landscape of Tasmania, The Tailings follows Jas, a teenager grieving the sudden death of her father. When the local community dismisses his passing as a tragic accident, Jas becomes convinced that there is more to the story. Her relentless pursuit of the truth forces her to confront the insular nature of her small mining town and the dark secrets hidden beneath its surface. As Jas digs deeper, she uncovers a web of lies involving the town's powerful figures and its history of environmental and social exploitation. The series blends elements of a classic murder mystery with a poignant coming-of-age drama, exploring themes of grief, justice, and the resilience of youth in the face of institutional silence.