Short – The Mystery of Mr Eternity

Short – The Mystery of Mr Eternity

From Forgotten Australia by Forgotten Australia

March 30, 2026 · 26 min · Season 10 · Episode 26

About this episode

The episode explores the mystery of Arthur Stace, known as 'Mr Eternity', and his impact on Australian culture.

Arthur Stace is an Australian legend. But for decades the identity of ‘Mr Eternity’ was a Sydney mystery. Who was this man? Why was he writing this message over and over? How did one word chalked by an eccentric fellow of faith reach billions of people all over the world? Forgotten Australia live! "Crashes, Chases and Crooks in Melton History" More info and free tickets: https://libraryevents.melton.vic.gov.au/event?id=209608 *All episodes will be available early & ad-free to Patreon and Apple supporters* It’s easy to get a free trial that will give you access. Follow these links: Patreon: patreon.com/forgottenaustralia Apple: apple.co/forgottenaustralia Want more original Australian history? Check out my books! They’ll Never Hold Me: https://www.booktopia.com.au/they-ll-never-hold-me-michael-adams/book/9781923046474.html The Murder Squad: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-murder-squad-michael-adams/book/9781923046504.html Hanging Ned Kelly: https://www.booktopia.com.au/hanging-ned-kelly-michael-adams/book/9781922992185.html Australia’s Sweetheart: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-sweetheart-michael-adams/book/9780733640292.html Email…

People in this episode

Host: Forgotten Australia

Topics covered

  • Australian history
  • mystery
  • true crime
  • identity
  • faith

Keywords

  • Arthur Stace
  • Mr Eternity
  • Sydney mystery
  • chalk
  • faith

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Books & works: They’ll Never Hold Me, The Murder Squad, Hanging Ned Kelly, Australia’s Sweetheart

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