WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT: June Nolte wanted the depraved men who brutally tortured and killed her 15-year-old daughter in western Victoria to be hanged. She died before political and legal dishonesty robbed her of her wish.
What did Rachelle Childs stumble upon that could have put her in danger? As mourners gather detectives keep a close eye on the guest list.
In this first update episode of Dear Rachelle, get exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the unfolding investigation.
Ten years ago, Masa Vukotic’s short life was ended by a dangerous and deluded man. Andrew Rule probes his violent past — and the forces that may have shaped him into a brutal killer.
The stench of evil descended on a regional Aussie town when nine-year-old Ebony Simpson was abducted, and later found dead in a dam. Her and Rachelle Childs’ case share an eerie connection. Listen to the podcast.
Rachelle Childs had raised concerns about various men just before she was murdered, including one who said something that didn’t sit quite right with her childhood friend. Listen to the podcast.
The man who made the chilling discovery of Rachelle’s burning body on the side of the road almost 24 years ago has opened up about why he got inked in her honour. Listen to the podcast.
Tony Mokbel has arrived at Victoria’s Court of Appeal in an armoured BearCat, with the notorious gangland figure fighting to taste his first day of freedom in 18 years. Here’s how his bail application will play out and what might happen next.
Rachelle Childs’ death is one of the country’s most perplexing murder mysteries. A new 3D video reconstruction aims to piece together what happened in the hours before she was murdered. See the video, listen to the new podcast.
Who killed Rachelle Childs? Innocent people, silenced by fear for decades, are breaking their silence. For Rachelle. Listen to the podcast now.
An FBI-trained criminal profiler has shed some new light on why Rachelle Childs’ killer murdered her, dumped her body in the bush and burned her remains. Listen to the podcast and watch the video.
A new 3D reconstruction of Rachelle Childs’ prized Holden has revealed startling details that could help bust her cold case wide open. See the video, listen to the podcast.
Rachelle Childs’ killer remains at large, but an FBI-trained profiler explains why he would have confessed to someone in the past two decades. See the video and listen to the podcast.
A study using lab rats and cocaine is helping scientists understand why certain people develop drug use disorders while others do not. And one finding was not what they expected.
Australian Jordan Curry, who worked with conspirators to keep drug prices high and bring cocaine and meth to Sydney and Melbourne, has pleaded guilty after being caught in a global sting.
Police are scrambling to remove a drug 100 times more powerful than heroin off our streets after a Melbourne couple died taking what they thought was cocaine.
A surge in supply has supercharged Australia’s cocaine use despite the cost of living crisis. This is what drug users pay and who’s buying it.
In another dramatic twist, Erin Patterson has opted to forgo a major step in the legal process, instead heading straight to trial in the Supreme Court. Here’s what it means for the accused mushroom cook.
Accused triple murderer Erin Patterson has hired two of Australia’s top legal minds to run her defence. Here is why they’re seen as some of the best in the business.
The town of Korumburra was unwittingly thrust into the spotlight in the wake of the deadly mushroom meal. But the decision to stay tight-lipped took an unexpected toll on locals.
Erin Patterson’s in-laws likely spent their final moments writhing in agony as they succumbed to the death cap mushrooms allegedly inside their beef wellington lunch, a toxicologist has revealed.
Celebrated homicide detective Gary Jubelin says shocking evidence given at inquest over a mum’s horrific death shows Australia’s cops still have a problem – and families are suffering for it.
The ex-partner of a mother whose decomposed body was found in her family’s backyard had been accused of assaulting her, an inquest has heard.
An almost three-year federal probe has found Indigenous women and children are being murdered at shocking rates, with its harrowing findings finally released.
The Advertiser’s Walkley Award-winning podcast has taken home another top gong against some of the country’s best audio productions.
The Sinaloa cartel boss and El Chapo’s son, who play a huge role in the illicit drug trade on our streets, are now in custody.
Criminals using the “secret” AN0M app have been sentenced to three centuries of jail time, with dozens of cases still to hit court. See some of them who’ve been convicted.
The Hells Angels are preparing to take over Australia’s wholesale international drug trade after the arrest of Comanchero kingpin Hakan Ayik in Turkey. This is what’s afoot.
An Australian fugitive on the run for a decade in Mexico, who is a key drug broker for bikie gangs, is suspected of taking a dramatic step to avoid capture.
Ivan Milat wrote sprawling letters to a criminologist, where he accidentally revealed a detail that was not part of the Crown’s case against him. Listen to the podcast.
While Ivan Milat was convicted of seven murders, leading figures in the investigation have revealed there may have been many more victims dating back to the 1970s. Listen to the podcast.
A former police officer uncovers stories never heard before from key figures involved in the Ivan Milat task force. Listen to the podcast and catch all the episodes here.
In his last interview, Detective Paul Gordon reflects on the evidence found, his belief that Milat had many more victims, and the lasting impact the case had on his life.
The crippling finances have been exposed in new financial documents, with the Christian megachurch losing an eye-watering $5 million in just one year.
The megachurch is making a major change to its complaints process amid a tax office investigation into whistleblower documents that was examined in Faith on Trial podcast.
The Christian megachurch is being investigated by the Australian Taxation Office’s private wealth team over leaked financial records.
Award-winning journalist Marc Fennell has revealed his mixed — and deeply personal — feelings on the controversial Hillsong, and how he found a photo that he thought never existed.
Kathleen Folbigg was once labeled Australia’s worst female serial killer after all four of her babies died in infancy. The mother was wrongfully convicted of killing her children and spent two decades behind bars. But, in 2023, Kathleen was exonerated and set free. Investigative journalist Quentin McDermott breaks down everything you need to know.
Lou Valoze infiltrated bikie gangs and won over some of the highest-ranking criminal leaders. The club houses were dark, evil places filled with menace, where he risked his life every day. Working undercover, the retired ATF agent removed thousands of guns and drugs from the hands of dangerous crooks.
Lou Valoze was hired as a hitman to kill a doctor’s wife, infiltrated gangs and took down bikies.The retired agent shares the reality of working undercover – and there’s far more trailer parks than supermodels.
Just 12 months before Andrew Krakouer played in the WAFL Grand Final, he was sitting in a prison cell. Years later, he played in a Grand Final at the MCG in front of 90,000 rowdy fans.
In a sneak peek of a TV documentary, Kathleen Folbigg is happy, relaxed and surrounded by love. But, while she enjoys freedom after 20 years behind bars, it’s clear she still has a long way to go.
Kathleen Folbigg and Lindy Chamberlain have shared a rare connection of murder convictions and acquittals that have captured, reviled and divided the nation.
Kathleen Folbigg’s diaries belonged to a ‘grieving, depressed mother’, a chief justice has found, as she was granted an unconditional pardon and released from prison.
Kathleen Folbigg’s ex-husband Craig, who gave evidence against her, was “absolutely dismayed and devastated” that there was a further inquiry, according to his lawyer.
AFL star Andrew Krakouer was at the height of his footy career when he was sent to prison.
Greg Goold has seen it all. As a criminal solicitor, he’s had lunch with Roger Rogerson, he got caught up with Sallie-Anne Huckstepp and had laughs with Graham Abo Henry, but there is one notorious crime figure who believes was a psychopath.
Criminal solicitor Greg Goold has represented some of the most dangerous criminals in the country. From bikies to underworld figures, Goold reveals what it takes to do his job, how he fired a gun in a court room and why there was a contract out on his life.
Jacinta Price is no doubt a polarising politician. From cultural heritage to exploring practical solutions, Jacinta shares her views on virtue signalling, her vision for change in Australia and her message to the haters.
Stalker and murderer Luay Sako who stabbed his 23-year-old former colleague to death at her Mernda home has been hospitalised after a week-long hunger strike.
Western Bulldogs had a High Court appeal rejected, forcing the AFL club to pay a child abuse victim almost $3 million.
Senior officers say the mayhem surrounding Victoria Police’s leadership vacuum is a “circus”, with one asking “who the f*** would want the job?”
Acting Chief Commissioner Rick Nugent has sensationally resigned after just 41 days in the job as allegations of “inappropriate conduct involving a conflict of interest” were made to the anti-corruption watchdog.
The government’s “meddling” in Victoria Police sparked a backlash from officers and the hiring of Rick Nugent was seen as a way to steady the ship. Now it’s back to chaos.
Details have been aired in court of the wild showdown between police officers and a metal pole-wielding man who had been released from detention following a landmark High Court ruling.
Drug kingpin Tony Mokbel, 59, has revealed he is in a long-term relationship and offered to post a $500,000 surety in a bid to secure bail as part of his Lawyer X appeal.
A man shot by police in Melbourne’s southeast after allegedly running at officers with a metal pole was a former immigration detainee on five sets of bail.
Startling details about the NSW Police Minister’s handling of rewards for information into cold cases, such as Rachelle Childs’, has been uncovered. Listen to the podcast.
A surprising development has unfolded with a former senior Rebels member linked to Rachelle Childs’ murder investigation. Watch the video and listen to Episode 3 of the podcast.
Teacher’s Pet detective Damian Loone went back to Crooked River Rd and made a shocking discovery where Rachelle Childs’ was murdered. LISTEN TO EPISODE 3 OF THE PODCAST NOW.
Multiple failures occurred when Rachelle Childs’ burning body was found. See the damning list and listen to the latest episode of the podcast now.
Fear intensifies around the usually quiet towns of Bargo and Gerroa, as word spreads a serial killer could be responsible for two murders.
Rachelle Childs’ family has fought for almost 24 years to find her killer. Their plea to the NSW Police Minister has been ignored — and cops say it’s “disgusting”. Listen to the podcast, see the video.
Rachelle Childs’ family have been given some good news about the cold case that has haunted them for more than two decades. See the video.
A criminal profiler has given a startling insight into why the Rachelle Childs’ killer would have likely attended her funeral — in front of her grieving family. See the video, listen to the podcast.
Kristy Childs was just 18 when her sister Rachelle was murdered and set alight on the side of a road. Years later, on their father’s deathbed, she vowed to find her sister’s killer.
Rachelle Childs’ killer made three “panicked” but critical moves that could provide police with a way to use modern DNA testing to find a suspect. See the video, listen to the podcast.
Former senior detectives have revealed cold cases involving violent crimes against women — like Rachelle Childs who was murdered and burned — suffered for a critical reason.
Comedian Marty Fields returns to recount a time he was nearly scammed, and what he did about it.
Rachelle Childs was brutally murdered nearly 24 years ago – but her case is still unsolved. Her sister Kristy wants answers after being ignored.
The inexplicable circumstances of Rachelle Childs’ death sparked fears a serial killer was on the loose after her burning remains were found near another female murder victim.
Aussie retailers say workers are living in fear and worry another mass stabbing like the one that claimed six lives at a Westfield in Sydney will happen again unless authorities make these crucial changes.
Former Detective Sergeant Damian Loone, who was critical in helping convict Lynnette Dawson’s killer, reveals the reasons why he believes Rachelle Childs’ murderer can also be found.
The high-profile detective who helped jail Chris Dawson through the Teacher’s Pet investigation is now looking into the murder of Rachelle Childs – and believes it’s “solvable”.
Photos that form part of the police brief into Rachelle Childs’ 2001 murder investigation show key clues the killer may have left.
A coronial inquest ruled Rachelle Childs had been deliberately killed, but found there was not enough evidence to identify her murderer. At the time, there was one final person of interest.
More than two decades ago, a young woman was killed. She was dead before her family knew she was gone. Who killed her? And why? A new cold case investigation is now live.
Rachelle Childs was killed and set on fire before her loved ones knew that she was gone. More than two decades on, we still don’t know what happened. Watch the video and listen to the podcast.
This is a timeline of events showing when Rachelle Childs went missing and was later found dead after she had been murdered. To this day, police have not caught her killer.
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