Luke McGregor traces lost Scottish family roots on new TV series

Luke's great-grandfather moved to Australia and cut ties with his Scottish family. Now those connections are being rebuilt.

Why it mattersMany Australians have family spread across the world and broken family ties. Luke's search shows how those connections can be found and rebuilt.

AustraliaLuke's journey airs on SBS, and may inspire Australians curious about their own family history to trace their roots.

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Luke McGregor traces lost Scottish family roots on new TV series

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Warren Webb's family built Canberra for 114 years before it had a name

Alan Carr wins Special Recognition at National Television Awards

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