Just Out of Your Ground: or, The Floundering of W.A.

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Focusing on the life of Thomas Peel, a pivotal yet flawed figure in Western Australia's early settlement, the play explores his inability to lead a group of settlers despite being their appointed leader. Stranded on the beach for a year, he faces the consequences of his inaction as his followers suffer from dire conditions and ultimately abandon him. The narrative delves into his complex relationships, particularly with his family, and culminates in a scandalous court appearance in his old age. The blend of humor and tragedy highlights Peel's isolation and delusion.