Exploring the past, confronting the present, and discovering hope for Australia’s First Peoples

About The Book

Book cover titled "Finding Gold" by Robyn Murray, with a subtitle about Christian mission to Australia's first peoples. The cover has a red background with an abstract pattern of multicolored, curved shapes outlined in white.

This book came out of Robyn’s desire to share her knowledge and experiences in the belief that many Christians in Australia could be more aware – this book hopes to fill a gap in what many know about life in central Australia. 

She wishes to inspire greater understanding and involvement by Christians in prayer and serving our First Nations – to restore honour and bring the love of Jesus to these beautiful people. 


Finding Gold is an insightful and pragmatic discussion of communities in the heart of Australia.

It explores:

  • History and the effects of European settlement on the Aboriginal nations – and the place of Christianity in that history.

  • Political and missional efforts over the course of time.

  • What life is like now, and practical considerations for those thinking about serving with missions today.


There have been tragic circumstances and there remain ongoing challenges for our First Nations people, yet there is great hope for healing and restoration through the actions of God and His people.

She hopes you enjoy reading her book!

  • Finding Gold is a heartfelt blend of history and personal stories, celebrating Aboriginal resilience and Christian hope.

    —Kurt Mahlburg, Programs Director, Canberra Declaration

  • Finding Gold is a challenging book to read. Robyn takes on the role of truth telling through in-depth research, taking us on a journey through the cultural, economic and political landscape of our First Nation history.

    —Jennifer Hagger AM, Founder and former Director of Australian House of Prayer for All Nations, and Mission World Aid, Member of The Global Watch Advisory Council representing Oceania.

  • Robyn has written an authentic and greatly readable book based on her own lived experiences along with her husband Mark in the deep heart of Australia.

    —Christine James, BNSc, Author and Counsellor

     

  • Robyn Murray rightly reminds us that God is always actively at work, even in the Outback. A helpful and hope-filled work.

    —Bill Muehlenberg, CultureWatch