"No happier or more adventurous child has ever been born!" The year is 1849. Nine-year-old Bunty Bailey lives with her family in the country town of Berrima, New South Wales, between Sydney and Canberra. Brave, adventurous, and kind-hearted, every day brings a new adventure for Bunty as she explores the secret places around the growing township and neighbouring countryside. And real dangers abound! From the natural world to bushrangers and escaped convicts, Bunty will need all her courage to protect the lives of those around her.