Gold

Johnny Rogan and his brother leave Canada in search of a better life. They arrive in a goldmining town in New Zealand, hoping to strike it rich.

The brothers' spirits are lifted after finding gold.

After his brother is killed by a ruthless bandit, Johnny must find his way alone.

The sheriff arrives to arrest Johnny when he is accused of stealing the company's gold. Johnny flees and the town searches for the wanted man.

The land barons of Dunston seek to drive out the gold prospectors and impose a tax on those who own a claim.

Johnny is tricked into stealing a flock of sheep from a wealthy land baron. After he is kidnapped and taken in for questioning, he is left stranded to find his way back to town. The Reverend agrees to be the miner's candidate in the forthcoming elections.