Key piece of Erin’s evidence cops never found
Incredible new images have revealed a mystery at the heart of mushroom cook Erin Patterson’s murder trial.
Courts & Law
New fight over search of Alan Jones’ house
Former radio host Alan Jones and his lawyer have ‘grave concerns’ about the legality of a police search at the 83-year-old’s Sydney home, a court has been told.
Mushroom chef’s marriage collapse in texts
Mushroom killer Erin Patterson complained her husband was a “deadbeat” and criticising his family months before hosting a fatal lunch.
Snowtown killer could be free next month
A notorious Snowtown serial killer who murdered members of his own family could win his bid for parole as early as next month.
Key question remaining after mushroom trial
The reasons why Erin Patterson poisoned four family members with death cap mushrooms, killing three, may never be answered.
Moment Patterson knew her fate was sealed
Jurors in the triple-murder trial of Erin Patterson have found her guilty on all counts. But before it was said aloud, the mushroom cook knew.
Mushroom cook guilty of lunch murders
Mushroom cook Erin Patterson poisoned a beef wellington lunch made for her in-laws, and is responsible for three murders and one attempted murder, a jury has ruled.
Killer mushroom chef’s eye-watering wealth
A devoted mother, a generous in-law and a callous killer – court testimony reveals details about Erin Patterson’s life.
Tradie allegedly stole $80k in deposits
Multiple people have lost thousands of dollars after a tradie allegedly took large deposits then never showed up to do the work.
Photo sums up mushroom cook’s misery
Days before the jury in Erin Patterson’s mushroom murder trial began their deliberations, her home underwent a major change suggesting she had hopes of release.
Nine reasons Erin found guilty
Erin Patterson’s fate has been decided after 46 days of trial. Here are the reasons she was found guilty.
Cop who shot Indigenous teen ‘racist’: coroner
An Alice Springs constable who fatally shot an Indigenous teenager in 2019 was racist and worked in a racist police station, a coroner has found.
Man tried to mow down cop with car: court
A key report from a doctor is now at the centre of the case of a man who allegedly tried to kill a police officer with his vehicle.
Childcare implements ban for male staff
Male educators will reportedly no longer be allowed to change nappies at a string of Victorian childcare centres, in the wake of distressing allegations of child abuse.
‘Many times’: Horrifying childcare claim
A woman who worked at the same centre has revealed she raised concerns about “lacking” supervision of children.
Dad’s suspicion foils child sex plot
A young resort worker has been jailed after he attempted to meet up with a young boy for sex, a plot uncovered when the boy’s father grew suspicious.
Major update in pop star’s court case
A jury has retired to consider its verdicts in the trial of Guy Sebastian’s former manager.
Family’s heartbreak after cop mowed down
The family of a police officer who was mowed down and killed trying to stop a car thief have revealed their heartbreak at his future being “taken away” in court.
Man’s horror alleged act on date
A man who allegedly choked a woman he met on a dating app and sexually assaulted another has been barred from leaving the state.
First photo of alleged child rapist revealed
The full identity of an alleged teen rapist, whose charges led police to alleged childcare predator Joshua Brown, has been revealed.
Hunter Valley bus crash driver’s claim
New details have been revealed as the driver of the Hunter Valley bus crash fights his sentence over the tragedy that killed 10 people and injured more than two dozen others.
Major update after cop’s son fatally stabbed
There has been a major development in the case against a man accused of stabbing to death the son of a police officer in Adelaide’s Red Light district.
New details on ‘second man’ in abuse probe
Police have released new details into the second man charged with child sex abuse offences following the arrest of childcare worker Joshua Brown.
NRL legend charged with drink driving
One of rugby league’s most celebrated players has been charged with high-range drink driving after allegedly blowing nearly four times the legal limit.
Odd detail in worker’s bail conditions
A government worker has been allowed to do one thing after she allegedly spent $49,000 of public money to fund personal overseas trips.
Big court win for Lehrmann inquiry chair
A court has rejected a major claim as a former judge bids to overturn corruption findings following an inquiry into Bruce Lehrmann’s prosecution.
Elon Musk’s big win over Australia
Elon Musk’s X and a Canadian activist who warns against transgender ideas have won a major victory against Australia’s eSafety commissioner.
Sunscreens caught up in greenwashing claim
Australia’s consumer watchdog alleges customers were taken advantage of by popular sunscreens accused of greenwashing.
Child, 2, found alone on busy roadside
A child who went missing for several hours after workers lost track of him while exploring a nature reserve was found on a busy roadside by motorists.
Update in search for man’s missing head
Police have shared a major update in the desperate search for a man’s head after his partner, a former Beauty and the Geek contestant was charged with murder.
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