Ep 4. By the Southern Cross

In The Doctor Blake Mysteries season 3 episode 4, By the Southern Cross, the team of doctor and detective Lucien Blake faces a new mystery that takes them to the Australian outback. The episode starts with Lucien receiving a call from his uncle, Charles, who invites him to join an archaeological dig in the remote town of Rocky Point. Charles is a renowned archaeologist who has made many important discoveries, and Lucien is excited to spend time with him, but he soon discovers that something is not right.

When Lucien arrives in Rocky Point, he finds that his uncle is missing. Charles had been working on a dig site in the nearby desert, searching for artifacts from an ancient Aboriginal tribe, but nobody knows where he is. Lucien begins to investigate, and he soon discovers that there is more to his uncle's disappearance than he first thought.

As Lucien delves deeper into the mystery, he realizes that there are many secrets in this small town. He meets a wide range of characters, including a local barmaid with a troubled past, a wealthy businessman with a hidden agenda, and a young Aboriginal boy who knows more than he is letting on. With the help of his trusty assistant, Jean, Lucien starts to piece together the clues and unravel the mystery.

However, as Lucien gets closer to the truth, he finds himself in danger. Someone is clearly trying to stop him from discovering what really happened to his uncle, and Lucien must use all of his skills as a detective to stay one step ahead.

Ultimately, Lucien's investigation leads him to a shocking conclusion, one that will have major repercussions for Rocky Point and the people who live there. By the Southern Cross is a thrilling episode that takes viewers on a journey into the heart of the Australian outback, where secrets and danger lurk around every corner.