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Erin Patterson's defence team got to work today, casting doubt over evidence that places the accused near death cap mushroom sightings.In today's episode, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell talk through the defence's strategy, explain some CCTV vision the jury was shown, and honour an uninvited visitor to the courtroom. If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au- It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.   Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.   Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.   Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.   From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.   Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.   

Jeffrey Gibb Kennett AC (born 2 March 1948) is an Australian former politician who served as the 43rd Premier of Victoria between 1992 and 1999, Leader of the Victorian Liberal Party from 1982 to 1989 and from 1991 to 1999, and the Member for Burwood from 1976 to 1999. He is currently a media commentator. He was previously the president of the Hawthorn Football Club, from 2005 to 2011 and again from 2017 to 2022. He is the founding Chairman of beyondblue, a national mental health advocacy organisation. Early life The son of Kenneth Munro Gibb Kennett (1921–2007), and Wendy Anne Kennett (1925–2006; née Fanning), he was born in Melbourne on 2 March 1948. He attended Scotch College; and, although an unexceptional student academically, he did well in the school's Cadet Corps Unit. He also played football (on the wing) for the school.  His failure to rise above the middle band academically almost led him to quit school in Fourth Form (Year 10 – 1963), but he was persuaded to stay on. His Fifth and Sixth Forms were an improvement, but he was still described in school reports as "[a] confident and at times helpful boy. Sometimes irritates. Sometimes works hard" (1964), and "[a] keen, pleasant, though sometimes erratic boy" (1965). After leaving school, Kennett was persuaded by his father Ken to attend the Australian National University in Canberra, but lost interest and left after one year of an economics degree. He returned to Melbourne and found work in the advertising department of the retail giant Myer – kindling an interest for advertising that would one day earn him his living. Kennett's life in the regular workforce was cut short when, in 1968, he was conscripted into the Australian Army.[9] Kennett was selected for officer training and graduated third in his class from the Officer Training Unit, Scheyville (OTU), near Windsor, New South Wales, outside Sydney. He was posted to Malaysia and Singapore as Second Lieutenant, commander of 1st Platoon, A Company, 1st Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR). This military career (and his earlier experience in the Scotch College Cadet Corps) has been noted by many biographers as an essential formative influence on the adult Kennett's character. His sense and regard for hierarchical loyalty, punctuality, and general intolerance of dissent or disobedience may be traced to this period. Kennett returned to civilian life in 1970, reentering a divided Australian society, split by the Vietnam War, of which Kennett was a firm supporter. Having returned to Myer, Kennett became impatient with his work, and so with Ian Fegan and Eran Nicols, he formed his own advertising company (KNF) in June 1971. Thereafter, in December 1972, Kennett married Felicity Kellar, an old friend whom he had first met on a Number 69 tram on the long trips to school. Their first son was born in 1974, followed by a daughter and two more sons. Political career Kennett was elected as a Liberal Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Burwood in 1976, having had an interest in local politics since the early 1970s.[14] His preselection for the seat reportedly irritated then Premier Dick Hamer, who disliked Kennett's campaigning style, and had endorsed the sitting member, Haddon Storey. However, by 1981, Kennett was promoted to Cabinet as Minister for Housing and Minister of Immigration and Ethnic Affairs. He was one of several younger MPs whom Hamer promoted to Cabinet in a bid to renew his government. Kennett retained his post when Hamer was replaced as Liberal leader and Premier by Lindsay Thompson in June of that year. Following the defeat of the longstanding Liberal government in 1982, Kennett was the leading candidate to replace Thompson despite being the youngest member of the outgoing government. On 26 October, he was elected leader of the Liberal Party and hence Leader of the Opposition. He took an aggressive posture against the Cain government, and was often criticised for his "bull-in-a-china-shop" style and his anti-government rhetoric. Under his leadership, the Liberals were heavily defeated by Labor in 1985. Afterwards he faced a challenge to his leadership of the party from Ian Smith. Kennett survived easily, but increasingly, he was seen as an erratic and unapproachable leader. He faced two more challenges to his leadership in 1986 and 1987. In 1987, in one notable incident Kennett referred to the Federal Liberal leader John Howard as a 'cunt' in a mobile telephone conversation with Howard rival Andrew Peacock. The car-phone conversation damaged both Howard and Kennett politically, but aided Peacock in his push to return as Federal Liberal leader (1989). Toward the end of its second term the Cain government had lost support and the Liberals were expected to win the 1988 election. The Liberal vote indeed rebounded strongly – they won a majority of the two-party vote – however much of this margin was wasted on landslide majorities in their heartland. As a result, the Liberals took only one seat from Labor in the capital, and were left four seats short of a majority. Failing to become premier, Kennett was again criticised within his own party, and in 1989 he was deposed in favour of a little-known rural MLA, Alan Brown. Kennett's performance during his first stint as Liberal leader is a matter of debate. Economou sees his 1985 and 1988 election campaigns as weak, while Parkinson believes he was a significant asset in pushing the Labor government of John Cain in several key seats. First term as premier Kennett publicly pledged never to attempt a return to the Liberal leadership. However, when Brown proved unable to challenge the government effectively, he allowed his supporters to call a spill in 1991. Brown realised he didn't have enough support to keep his post and resigned, allowing Kennett to retake the leadership unopposed. With Victoria facing billions of dollars of debt, Kennett was seen as "Premier-in-waiting" from the moment he retook the leadership. Cain had resigned a year earlier in favour of Deputy Premier Joan Kirner, who was unable to regain the upper hand despite being personally more popular than Kennett. The Liberals' advantage was strengthened by an important decision taken during Brown's brief tenure as leader—negotiating a Coalition agreement with the National Party. The Liberals and Nationals have historically had a strained relationship in Victoria; they had sat separately for most of the second half of the 20th century. It had been believed that Kennett had been denied victory in 1988 due to a large number of three-cornered contests in rural seats. The Coalition went into the October 1992 state election as unbackable favourites, having been ahead in opinion polling by large margins for almost two years. They stoked the voters' anger with a series of "Guilty Party" ads, targeting many Labor ministers and highlighting concerns in their portfolios. In the second-largest defeat that a sitting government has ever suffered in Victoria, the Coalition scored a 19-seat swing, attaining a 16-seat majority in the Legislative Assembly. The Liberals won 52 seats, enough for a majority in their own right. Nevertheless, Kennett supported his coalition partner, retaining the Nationals in his cabinet. State school closures In the first three years of office, funding for public schools and the Department of Education was substantially reduced. 350 government schools were closed, including every Technical High School ("Tech") in Victoria, and 7,000 teaching jobs eliminated. The Tech School closures had a widespread, delayed effect two decades later when a skilled labour shortage in the state was declared by the government, attributable largely to the generation of children who were denied a trade-focused high school education, significantly reducing the number of school leavers commencing trade apprenticeships. The few who did so were insufficient to counterbalance the number of retiring tradespeople in the coming years. This directly resulted in the number of Skilled Migrant (subclass 190) visas being made available each year increasing to 190,000 from 2012 and an active campaign to entice migrants with trade qualifications to Victoria. Public transport Other controversial moves included the sacking of 16,000 public transport workers in a major technological upgrade of the system, and the initiation of a major scheme for privatisation of state-owned services, including the electricity (SECV) and gas (Gas and Fuel Corporation of Victoria) utilities, the ambulance service, as well as several prisons and other minor services. The sale of the Totalisator Agency Board raised $609 million. Between 1995 and 1998, $29 billion of state assets in gas and electricity alone were sold to private enterprise (for statistics, see Parkinson, Jeff, 1999) In the wake of these changes, investment and population growth slowly resumed, though unemployment was to remain above the national average for the duration of Kennett's premiership. While the benefits to the State budget figures were indisputable in the short term, the social and longer-term economic cost of the Kennett reforms have been questioned by many commentators, academics and those who suffered economically through the period of reform. This campaign of privatisations and cutbacks led to governmental acts of privatisation by splitting up Melbourne's rail (Hillside, Bayside, V/Line and West Coast Rail) and tramways (Yarra and Swanston) or budget-cutting becoming popularly known as being "Jeffed". He also cut back many regional rail services including The Vinelander (ran to Mildura, services later restored to Maryborough as a regular V/Line service in 2011) and services to Leongatha, Bairnsdale (returned in 2003), Dimboola (services later returned to Ararat in 2004). The largest public protest in Melbourne since the Vietnam War Moratorium occurred on 10 November 1992, with an estimated 100,000 people marching in opposition to the retrenchment of many workers and the large State budget cutbacks. Kennett was undeterred by this protest, and famously commented that though there were 100,000 outside his office at Parliament that day, there were 4.5 million who stayed at home or at work. High-profile capital works projects This section does not cite any sources. Please help improve this section by adding citations to reliable sources. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (April 2025) (Learn how and when to remove this message) The Kennett government also embarked on a series of high-profile capital works projects, such as the restoration of Parliament House, construction of a new $250 million Melbourne Museum and IMAX theatre, and a new $130 million Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Other projects included a $160 million expansion of the National Gallery of Victoria; $100 million for refurbishment of the State Library of Victoria; $65 million for a new Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC); and $130 million for the construction of a new civic square on the site of the old Gas and Fuel Buildings, to be known as Federation Square. The relocation of the Formula 1 Grand Prix from Adelaide in 1993 was a particular coup for Kennett, who had worked hard with his friend Ron Walker, the Chairman of the Melbourne Major Events Company, helped deliver Melbourne the hosting rights for the event from Adelaide in 1993. The most controversial project of the Kennett era was the $1.85 billion Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex, a gambling and entertainment centre on Melbourne's Southbank. Initial plans for a casino had been made under the Labor government, however the tendering process and construction occurred under Kennett. A$2 billion project to redevelop Melbourne's derelict Docklands area to include a new football stadium was also undertaken, in addition to the large CityLink project, a project resurrected from the 1969 Melbourne Transportation Plan, aimed at linking Melbourne's freeways, easing traffic problems in the inner city, and reducing commuting times from the outer suburbs to the CBD. Macedonian name dispute Kennett speaking at a event In the mid-1990s, Premier Kennett backed the Greek position over the Macedonian question in his attempts to shore up local electoral support. Kennett's stance gained him supporters from the Melburnian Greek community, whereas he was referred to as "Kennettopoulos" by the Macedonian community. At Kennett's insistence, his state government in 1994 issued its own directive that all its departments refer to the language as "Macedonian (Slavonic)" and to Macedonians as "Slav Macedonians". Reasons given for the decision were "to avoid confusion", be consistent with federal naming protocols toward Macedonians and repair relations between Macedonian and Greek communities. It was accepted that it would not impact the way Macedonians self identified themselves. The decision upset Macedonians, as they had to use the terms in deliberations with the government or its institutions related to education and public broadcasting. The Macedonian Community challenged the decision on the basis of the Race Discrimination Act. After years of litigation at the Australian Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission (HREOC), the Federal Court and High Court, previous judicial rulings were upheld that found Kennett's directive unlawful as it caused discrimination based on ethnic background and was struck down from usage in 2000. Second term as premier Kennett's personal popularity was mostly average to high through his first term, though that of the government as a whole went through peaks and troughs. Without a by-election in the previous four years, the 1996 state election shaped up as the first test of the 'Kennett Revolution' with the electorate. The Coalition was expected to win a second term at the 30 March election, albeit with a somewhat reduced majority. At the federal election held four weeks earlier, while Labor was heavily defeated, it actually picked up a swing in Victoria. However, to the surprise of most commentators, the Coalition only suffered a two-seat swing, allowing it to retain a comfortable 14-seat majority. The Coalition actually picked up modest swings in Melbourne's outer suburbs, which have traditionally decided most state elections. Several negative trends (for the Liberals) were obscured somewhat by the euphoria of victory. The government's sharp cuts to government services were particularly resented in country Victoria, where the Liberals and Nationals held almost all the seats. The loss of the Mildura seat to independent Russell Savage was an indication of this disaffection, and when in February 1997 independent Susan Davies was elected to the seat of Gippsland West, this trend seemed set to continue. However, the verdict of many was that the 'Kennett Revolution' was far from over – indeed it was seemingly set in stone with the opening of the Crown Casino in May 1997. Kennett's profile continued to grow as he became a major commentator on national issues, including urging the new government of John Howard to introduce tax reform, and actively opposing the rise of the One Nation Party of Pauline Hanson. In this last case, Kennett did not shy away from criticising the media, but also the decision of the Howard government to not actively oppose Hanson's agenda. Kennett was influential in Melbourne bidding for the 2006 Commonwealth Games. Three cities initially expressed interest in hosting the event; Melbourne, Wellington and Singapore. Singapore dropped out before its bid was officially selected by the Commonwealth Games Federation, leaving only two candidate cities. In the weeks prior to the announcement of the 2006 host, Wellington withdrew its bid, citing the costs involved with matching the bid plan presented by Melbourne, which became the default host without members of the Federation going to vote. The government lost ground over the next few years, with high-profile disagreements with the Director of Public Prosecutions Bernard Bongiorno, and Auditor-General Ches Baragwanath fuelling criticism of Kennett's governmental style. Kennett's perceived antipathy to Baragwanath led to 1997 legislation to restructure the office of the Auditor-General and set up Audit Victoria. While Kennett promised the independence of the office would be maintained, many saw his government's actions as an attempt to curb the Auditor-General's power to criticise government policy. Widespread community debate and substantial public dissent from Liberal MPs and Party members ensued, with MLA Roger Pescott resigning from Parliament at the height of the debate; citing his disagreement with this Bill and Kennett's style in general. The Liberal Party lost the by-election in Mitcham. Further scandals involving the handling of contracts for the state emergency services response system damaged the credibility of Kennett in 1997–1998, while rural dissent continued to grow. Personal difficulties also began to affect Kennett and his family. The strains of public life led to a trial separation between Felicity and Jeff in early 1998 (patched up by the end of the year), while earlier in Kennett's first term, public scrutiny had led to the forced sale of the KNF Advertising Company, despite all Kennett's involvement having been transferred to his wife's name. There were rumours in 1998 that Kennett might retire from politics; these were mostly centred around Phil Gude, his party deputy. These eventually came to nothing. In July 1998, Liberal MP Peter McLellan, Member for Frankston East, resigned from the party in protest over alleged corrupt Liberal Party Senate preselection, changes to WorkCover and the auditor-general's office. Again, Kennett failed to pick up the warning signs of declining support for his style of leadership. Labor leader John Brumby took care to capitalise on each of Kennett's mistakes over this period, though his absences in rural electorates were misunderstood by many Labor MPs, and led to his replacement by Steve Bracks in early 1999. Bracks, who came from Ballarat, was popular in rural areas and was seen as a fresh alternative to Brumby, who nevertheless remained a key figure in the shadow Cabinet. 1999 election loss Despite Bracks' appeal, Kennett entered the 1999 election campaign with a seemingly unassailable lead, and most commentators and opinion polls agreed that the Coalition would win a third term. However, in a shock result, the Coalition suffered a 13-seat swing to Labor. While there was only a modest swing in eastern Melbourne, which has historically decided elections in Victoria, the Coalition suffered significant losses in regional centres such as Ballarat and Bendigo. ABC elections analyst Antony Green later said that when he first saw the results coming in, it looked so unusual that he thought "something was wrong with the computer." Initial counting showed Labor on 41 seats and the Coalition on 43; a supplementary election had to be held in Frankston East following the death of sitting independent Peter McLellan. The balance of power rested with three independents-Russell Savage, Susan Davies and newly elected Craig Ingram. Negotiations began between the Coalition and the three independents. While Kennett acceded to all but two of their demands, his perceived poor treatment of Savage and Davies in the previous parliament meant that they would not even consider supporting a Coalition minority government headed by Kennett. On 18 October, two days after Labor won the supplementary election in Frankston East, the independents announced they would support a Labor minority government. The agreement entailed Labor signing a Charter of Good Government, pledging to restore services to rural areas, and promising parliamentary reforms. Kennett's supporters urged the Coalition to force a vote of 'no confidence' on the floor of the parliament in a last-ditch effort to force Savage, Davies and Ingram to support Kennett. However, with the Liberals divided on Kennett's future role, Kennett retired from all of his offices, saying he wished to have no further involvement in politics. Labor won the ensuing by-election in Burwood. Rumoured returns to politics Following the Liberals' second successive defeat in the 2002 election, rumours began that Kennett was planning a comeback to politics. The issue came to a head in May 2006 after the sudden resignation of Kennett's successor, Robert Doyle, when Kennett announced he would contemplate standing in a by-election for Doyle's old seat of Malvern and offering himself as party leader. His stance was supported by Prime Minister John Howard, who rated him as the party's best hope to win the November 2006 state election. But within 24 hours Kennett announced he would not return to Parliament rather than running against Ted Baillieu, whom Kennett had been grooming for the top post since 1999. John Howard was reported to have been "embarrassed" by having publicly supported Kennett before his decision not to re-enter politics. In 2008, it was rumoured that Kennett was planning to stand for Lord Mayor of Melbourne. Despite endorsing future Lord Mayor John So in the 2001 mayoral elections, Kennett was quoted as saying "I think the city is ready for a change". Kennett claimed he had been approached by "a range of interests" to run for the position, but in the end did not do so. Former Liberal leader Robert Doyle ultimately won the election. 2020: Indigenous voice to government On 15 January 2020, it was announced that Kennett would be one of the members of the National Co-design Group of the Indigenous voice to government. Life after politics Kennett at the 2018 VFL Grand Final In 2000, Kennett became the inaugural chairman of beyondblue (the National Depression Initiative), a body that was largely formed by the efforts of the Victorian State Government. On 24 June 2008, he announced that he would be stepping down from his role at beyondblue at the end of 2010. This did not happen. After 17 years as the chair of beyondblue, he stood down in 2017, handing the reins to former PM Julia Gillard. He stated "beyondblue is part of my DNA, outside my family, it has been my most important role. Kennett has previously served on the boards of Australian Seniors Finance, a reverse mortgage company, and SelecTV, which was a satellite television group. Kennett has said in an interview that he rarely thinks about the media or "bloody history", though he regrets the "disastrous" introduction of the Metcard ticketing system for trains and trams. Kennett angered gay rights groups in July 2008 when he supported the Bonnie Doon Football Club in their sacking of trainer Ken Campagnolo for being bisexual; and compared homosexuality to pedophilia. Anti-discrimination campaigner Gary Burns pursued an action in the NSW Administrative Decisions Tribunal against Kennett for making the following statement: "The club felt that once this had been pointed out and you had this gentleman there who was obviously close to young men – massaging young men – it ran an unnecessary risk, and that's why it decided it was best that he not perform those duties again. So the club was trying to do the right thing," The case was dropped due to Gary Burns' lack of funds to pursue the case. Hawthorn FC presidency On 14 December 2005, Kennett was made president of Hawthorn Football Club, taking over from Ian Dicker. Following the exit of the St Kilda Football Club from the Tasmanian AFL market in 2006, Kennett was president when the Hawthorn Football Club negotiated a five-year sponsorship deal with the Tasmanian state government. The sponsorship deal was worth an estimated $12 million for which the Tasmanian government bought naming rights to the club's guernsey, and the HFC committed to playing an agreed number of pre-season and four regular season "home games" at York Park.[56] Kennett was instrumental in Hawthorn's 2007 5-year business plan titled "five2fifty", the core idea being that in the next five years the club will target to win 2 premierships and have fifty thousand members. As part of the plan, the football club wants to be seen as the most professional club in the AFL, and places great emphasis on the welfare of the people associated with the club. Following Hawthorn's 2008 AFL Grand Final victory over Geelong, Kennett claimed that the Cats "lacked the mentality to defeat Hawthorn", this being in reference to the Cats' inability to counter-attack the running game of the Hawks in the aforementioned Grand Final. Kennett's comments led to the subsequent eleven-match losing streak for Hawthorn against Geelong becoming known as the "Kennett curse". He stepped down at the end of his second three-year term in 2011, he also changed the club's constitution so that presidents could only serve two 3-year terms. Second stint Kennett at an AFL Women's match in 2023 In what Fox Footy described as a "stunning return",[59] Kennett was announced as the president of the Hawthorn Football Club on 4 October 2017 following the sudden resignation of the incumbent president Richard Garvey. Garvey had taken criticism on the hiring and later sacking of club CEO Tracey Gaudry. Kennett subsequently appointed Justin Reeves as the club's new CEO. On 4 October 2017 he announced that he would serve the position for a full 3-year term. Soon after his re-appointment, Kennett and the club released a vision statement outlining the future of the club up to 2050. The first five-year strategic plan titled 'Dare to be Different' will drive the club's priorities from 2018 to 2022. Kennett said: "Hawthorn we aren't ones to sit back and wait, we work hard to achieve and deliver exciting results, on and off the field. Our vision for our strategic plan, "Dare to be Different", encapsulates this as we continue to strive for excellence. "We have set ourselves some ambitious targets but all are within our grasp if we continue to innovate, grow and forge new frontiers within the AFL industry." On 6 July 2021, Kennett and the Hawthorn board announced that they would not be renewing head coach Alastair Clarkson's contract following its expiry at the conclusion of the 2022 AFL Premiership season. It was announced that Box Hill Hawks and Hawthorn development coach, former player Sam Mitchell had been chosen by Kennett and the board to become the Hawthorn coach at the end of Clarkson's reign. Chairman of The Original Juice Company On 12 December 2022, The Original Juice Company announced that it would appoint Kennett as Chairman and Non-Executive Director. Honours In the Australia Day Honours of 2005, Kennett received Australia's then highest civilian honour, when he was made a Companion of the Order of Australia (AC). The honour was for "service to the Victorian Parliament and the introduction of initiatives for economic and social benefit, to business and commerce, and to the community in the development of the arts, sport and mental health awareness strategies." In May 2000, he was also awarded an honorary doctorate – DBus (Honoris Causa) – by the University of Ballarat. Media work For a brief period during 2002, Kennett was a radio presenter for Melbourne station 3AK, continuing an interest in mass communication which was also a feature of his premiership. Since 2010, Kennett has been a regular contributor to Neil Mitchell's 3AW radio program every Thursday, as a social commentator. On 28 March 2013 it was announced that Kennett had joined the Seven television network as national political commentator which will involve him appearing on breakfast show Sunrise every Tuesday and on Seven news as required. On 12 February 2017 Jeff Kennett engaged ex-Seven West Media employee on Twitter over leaked documents potentially breaching the company's own gag order on Amber Harrison.  

Today was all about that base (station), as a mobile phone location data expert traced Erin Patterson's alleged movements in the months before the deadly beef Wellington lunch. The data showed Erin's phone connecting to base stations in Loch and Outtrim – locations where death cap mushrooms were said to be growing. In this episode Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell explain the data analysis, including some of its limitations in pinpointing a person's precise movements.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au- It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.   Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.   Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.   Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.   From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.   Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.   

Three weeks into Erin Patterson's triple-murder trial, we review the key evidence the jury has heard, and the pressure they are under to absorb enormous volumes of expert evidence. Investigative reporter Rachael Brown joins Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell for our weekly wrap, where she champions the trial's “cool nerds” and explores what's driving the growing public interest in the case.  If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au-It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.   Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.   Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.   Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.   From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.   Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.   

A juror has been dismissed, after reports he was discussing the trial with family and friends. As the day progressed, the remaining jurors heard evidence from a child protection worker who spoke with Erin about her estranged husband Simon, her parents in law, and why she chose to cook the beef Wellington recipe.In today's episode, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell also recap evidence from a toxicologist who assessed the remains of the Wellington which were fished from the bin.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au- It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.   Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.   Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.   Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.   From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.   Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.   

The jury for Erin Patterson's murder trial today saw CCTV footage of the moment she dumped her dehydrator, which the prosecution alleges she used to prepare death cap mushrooms.In this episode, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell also recap evidence about the wellington remains, and how the defence spent two hours interrogating a mushroom expert about the difficulty identifying death caps.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au-It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.   Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.   Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.   Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.   From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.   Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.   

At the start of Erin Patterson's trial, the prosecution alleged she travelled to places death cap mushrooms had been spotted. Today, the man who posted some pictures of mushrooms in those areas online gave his evidence.Dr Tom May, a mushroom expert who uses the username "funkeytom" on the iNaturalist website, told the court how to identify death cap mushrooms. Doctors also gave evidence, explaining that Erin Patterson's tests in hospital appeared normal.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au- It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.   Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.   Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.   Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.   From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.   Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.   

Erin Patterson's trial has taken a break today, but the Mushroom Case Daily team hasn't – we've prepared this special Q&A episode.Today, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell open up the Mushroom Case Daily mailbag and answer some of the hundreds of questions we've received, including the source of the mushrooms used in the lunch, the defence team's strategy and whether Erin Patterson will take the stand.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au-It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.  Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.  Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.  Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.  From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.  Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.  

The second week of Erin Patterson's murder trial has now finished. Friends, doctors and Erin's children have mapped the aftermath of the lunch.In this episode, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell discuss the Patterson children's evidence, wrap up the week's most memorable moments with investigative reporter Rachael Brown, and let some curious listeners in on a bit of podcast behind the scenes.If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au-It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.

Today the jury heard evidence from Erin Patterson's daughter, who was nine-years-old when she was interviewed by police.  In this episode Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell discuss what she said and how Erin reacted. They also break down what medical experts said about Erin's condition in hospital, and the potential source of the deadly mushrooms.  If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au- It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.   Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.   Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.   Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.   From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.   Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.   

There were tears in the courtroom as children of the deceased lunch guests shared their stories. Plus, a Leongatha doctor described his attempts to convince Erin Patterson of the seriousness of her situation - and potentially her children's conditions - after she presented to hospital complaining of diarrhoea. In today's episode, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell also answer questions about the taste of Erin's beef wellington, the timing of her dehydrator dumping, and why witnesses aren't giving their opinion on Erin's guilt or innocence. If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au- It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.   Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.   Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.   Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.   From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.   Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.

The Sole Beef Wellington Lunch Survivor Speaks - Mushroom Murder TrialIan Wilkinson, the sole survivor of the Leongatha mushroom lunch poisoning, testifies in the trial of Erin Patterson, providing new details about the deadly mushroom meal and subsequent events. His testimony reveals observations about different coloured plates used during the Beef Wellington meal, Erin Patterson's cancer announcement, and the rapid deterioration of health that led to three deaths.• Erin Patterson (50) pleads not guilty to three murder charges and one attempted murder charge• The fatal lunch on July 29, 2023 resulted in the deaths of Don and Gail Patterson (both 70) and Heather Wilkinson (66)• Ian Wilkinson describes his relationship with Erin Patterson as "friendly but not close"• Ms Patterson served Beef Wellington on grey plates to guests while using a different coloured plate herself• During lunch, Erin Patterson announced having "life-threatening cancer" and sought advice about telling her children• Ian led a prayer for Erin Patterson's health and wisdom in dealing with her supposed diagnosis• Symptoms began the same evening with victims experiencing vomiting and diarrhoea• Medical staff initially suspected food poisoning before identifying death cap mushroom poisoning• Don Patterson had extremely high test readings while Gail Patterson initially showed milder symptomsVisit mushroommurdertrialcom for updates and information about the trial. Follow the podcast on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Blue Sky, and Twitter. Support the production through Buy Me A Coffee membership for exclusive content – just $5 helps cover editing, studio hire, liability insurance, equipment, and production costs.#mushroommurdertrial #mushroommurdercase #mushroommurdertrialand #erinpatterson #erinpattersontrial #erinpattersonmushrooms #erinpattersonupdate #erinpattersoninterview #erinpatterson60minutes #erinpattersonaustralia #erinpattersontrialpodcast #erinpattersonlatestnews #erinpattersoncase #erinpattersontruecrime #erinpattersontriallive #erinpattersonpodcast #erinpattersonpraying #erinpattersonand #behaviorpanelerinpattersonInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website

As the trial of Erin Patterson enters its second week, we examine the latest developments in the alleged mushroom murder case that shocked a small Victorian town. Plus, with superannuation making headlines recently, we've been wondering... what can you actually do with all that retirement money you're not supposed to touch. In headlines today The sole survivor of the mushroom poisoning incident in Leongatha, has given evidence alongside the medical staff who treated the victims; A Grandmother will be charged after she was found in her Coonabarabran home trying to self harm near the bodies of her two grandsons; Newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has told Donald Trump that Canada will never be for sale; Skype is no longer, Microsoft shutting down the platform; Jennifer Anniston was at home when a man tried to get into her property by ramming his car through the gates. Listen to Mushroom Case Daily here THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram hereGET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Stephen Stockwell, Producer of ABC's Mushroom Case Daily podcast Lynda Cross, Head of Guidance at Aware Super Executive Producer: Taylah StranoBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Wilkinson survived the beef wellington lunch Erin Patterson held on July 29, 2023. Ian was the pastor at the Patterson's church in Korumburra, and other than Erin, he's the only other person who knows what happened when all the guests were there that day. In court today, he gave his testimony.  Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell talk through his evidence, the surprising moments that cut the tension in the courtroom, and they recap evidence from other witnesses. If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au- It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.   Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.   Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she's innocent.   Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.   From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.   Keep up to date with new episodes of Mushroom Case Daily, now releasing every day on the ABC listen app.   

Erin Patterson's Facebook friends describe her as a woman who loved her kids, seemed to really like mushrooms and was at the center of a strained relationship.  As Erin Patterson's triple murder trial enters its second week, Kristian Silva and Stephen Stockwell talk through how Erin repeatedly brought up mushrooms and asked for advice on how to cook beef Wellington.  If you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian to answer in future episodes, send them through to mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au

Erin Patterson's triple-murder trial has reached the end of its dramatic first week. We've heard about false cancer claims, a close bond with those who died and how her relationship with her estranged husband crumbled.  

Simon Patterson delivers his pivotal testimony in the Mushroom Murder Trial, revealing complex family dynamics and new details about the deadly Beef Wellington lunch allegedly served by his estranged wife Erin Patterson. His account includes text messages from the night before the fatal meal, observations about different coloured plates used for serving, the beef Wellington and his wife Erin Patterson's $2million inheritance.The 50-year-old Leongatha woman stands accused of serving death cap mushrooms to her former in-laws and their relatives in a beef wellington dish. She denies all allegations.• Simon declined to attend the beef Wellington lunch via text message the night before, • Erin Patterson responded expressing disappointment about the costly Beef Wellington she had prepared• Simon's parents, aunt and uncle all became severely ill after the lunch with similar symptoms• Heather Wilkinson, a lunch attendee, noticed Erin Patterson ate the beef Wellington from different coloured crockery than the other guests• Erin Patterson told the beef Wellington lunch guests she had ovarian cancer requiring chemotherapy and “possibly surgery.”• Simon first learned about Erin Patterson using a food dehydrator while at Monash Hospital• Erin Patterdom claimed she had conducted "taste tests" of muffins with dehydrated mushrooms with their child• Text messages revealed the deteriorating relationship between Erin and Simon and Erin Patterson.Please make sure you subscribe to our newsletter at mushroommurdertrial.com for updates and information about the trial. You can also find me on Instagram at Erin_pod and on Facebook by searching for the Mushroom Murder Trial Podcast.Instagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website

On the second day of Erin Patterson's triple murder trial, her estranged husband, Simon Patterson took the stand.

The prosecution laid out its case against Erin Patterson today, but no motive was offered. The defence fired back in its opening, saying the deaths were a terrible accident but the jury must focus on whether Erin Patterson intended to poison her relatives.

A deadly lunch. A fake cancer diagnosis. Three deaths and one survivor. The trial of Erin Patterson has begun in Victoria's Supreme Court, and it's already revealing shocking details about that fateful July 2023 day.The 50-year-old Leongatha woman stands accused of serving death cap mushrooms to her former in-laws and their relatives in a beef wellington dish. According to the prosecution, Ms Patterson served herself food on a distinctly different plate than her guests - a small, light-coloured plate compared to the large grey ones provided to the victims. This detail emerged as prosecutors outlined their case against Ms Patterson, who faces three murder charges and one attempted murder charge. She denies all these allegations.Defence counsel Colin Mandy acknowledges his client initially misled police about the mushrooms' source, claiming they came from a supermarket and an Asian grocer. The defence attributes these lies to panic, maintaining the poisonings were a tragic accident with no malicious intent.Whether you're fascinated by true crime, interested in Australia's legal system, or simply captivated by this extraordinary case, our daily coverage provides unprecedented access to the proceedings. Subscribe to our newsletter and follow along as this remarkable trial unfolds, revealing the truth behind what happened at that seemingly ordinary lunch table.#mushroommurdertrial #mushroommurdercase #mushroommurdertrialand #erinpatterson #erinpattersontrial #erinpattersonmushrooms #erinpattersonupdate #erinpattersoninterview #erinpatterson60minutes #erinpattersonaustralia #erinpattersontrialpodcast #erinpattersonlatestnews #erinpattersoncase #erinpattersontruecrime #erinpattersontriallive #erinpattersonpodcast #erinpattersonpraying #erinpattersonand #behaviorpanelerinpattersonInstagram @Erin_PodcastTwitter @lisapodcastsMushroom Murder Trial Website

Tuesday Headlines: Albo still ahead as preferred PM, newly-elected Canadian PM sends strong message to Trump, rental affordability has never been worse in Australia, ultra-processed foods could be causing more deaths than fentanyl, and Harry Potter actor says he’s surprised at the amount of backlash.Deep Dive: Inside the mushroom murder trialA regional Victorian town is in the global spotlight this week as the murder trial of Erin Patterson gets underway. Patterson first made headlines in 2023 when three people died and another person was hospitalised after eating a Beef Wellington at her Leongatha home. In this episode of The Briefing, Tara Cassidy speaks to ABC journalist Stephen Stockwell, who’s covering the trial, about why this case has captivated the world and what we can expect from the weeks ahead. Further Listening from the headlines: EXCLUSIVE: Peter Dutton responds to fake Nazi image, backflips and being underdog The ugly truth about your delicious bacon sandwich Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erin Patterson's jury has been picked and the judge has explained how some of the original attempted murder charges have been dropped.

One of the most highly anticipated murder trials in recent memory is about to begin in regional Victoria. Erin Patterson is accused of murdering three people and attempting to murder another after serving up a Beef Wellington allegedly laced with lethal death cap mushrooms. Today, Stephen Stockwell co-host of the ABC podcast Mushroom Case Daily on what to expect as jury selection begins. Featured: Stephen Stockwell, co-host of Mushroom Case Daily

The murder trial of Erin Patterson starts this week. Kristian and Stocky break down the week ahead and what to expect in the courtroom. 

Financial pressures lead to the closure of a hospital unit, angering several doctors. Soon, a journalist calls asking about the loss of a community service. What should an administrator do in such a confronting situation? In this episode of Safeguarding Healthcare, host Dr David Rankin poses this conundrum to Dr Angela Williams, the Executive Director of Medical Services, Gippsland Southern Health Service in Leongatha, Victoria. Together they explore how to maintain open communication, foster trust, and find solutions that balance patient care with financial realities. And they discuss how to manage this with a group of extremely passionate physicians. Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in the following Podcast are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA). The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only, and should not be considered health, legal or financial advice. The cases discussed in the Podcast may be specific to the speaker’s organisation or location, and may not be applicable to other organisations, states, territories or countries. RACMA does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, process, service, or organisation presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. RACMA will not be held responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this Podcast. The Podcast may contain descriptions of health incidents that may be graphic and triggering for some people, so listener discretion is advised.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Salv joined Jacqui Felgate to explain what happened in Leongatha.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conversations is bringing you a summer treat — a collection of Sarah's most memorable guests through out the years. Peter Lalor tells the story of 9 year old Lennie Gwyther's 1000km solo horseback ride to see the grand opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1932.When the Sydney Harbour Bridge opened in 1932, anyone who was anyone was part of the celebrations.There were floats and dancers, and a spectacular firework display.Right in the heart of the grand proceedings was the young Lennie Gwyther from country Victoria, and his horse Ginger Mick.The story of Lennie and Ginger, and their long journey to see the opening of the Bridge, captured the imagination of depression-era Australia.This episode of Conversations contains discussion about Australian History, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Great Depression, 20th Century history, Victoria, Leongatha, farming, horse riding, adventure, childhood, family relationships, biography, Sydney, New South Wales, Melbourne, Canberra, ACT, historical figures, Australian political history, Francis de Groot, King George V, The Bridge, writing, research, historian, 

Take a peek into the world of a barrister who defends society's most reviled characters.

What's it like prosecuting an accused murderer? Kristian and Stocky find out from someone who's done it many times. 

Speaking up with your opinion may never be as important as when you're deliberating with your fellow jurors.

Mushrooms can be good, bad, or trippy. Listen this week as Helen focuses on their darker side to discuss the various ways mushrooms can be hazardous to your health and why its tricky to distinguish the good from the bad.    Special note: Dr. Helen Shui is truly a doctor, but is working under a pseudonym for privacy reasons. Dr. Lynne Kramer is using her real name.  Sources:  Mushroom Poisoning by Robert Wennig, Prof. Dr., Florian Eyer, Prof. Dr. med., Andreas Schaper, Prof. Dr. med., Thomas Zilker, Prof. (em.) Dr. med., and Hilke Andresen-Streichert, PD Dr. rer. Nat. Mushroom Toxicity by B Zane Horowitz, MD, & Robert G Hendrickson, MD 2023 Leongatha mushroom poisoning Deadly Mushrooms: The Most Famous Cases of Mushroom Poisoning Music by Helen Shui and Caplixo. Cover art by Lynne Kramer. Please contact us with questions/concerns/comments at defunctdoctorspodcast@gmail.com. @defunctdoctorspodcast on Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), Threads, YouTube, and TikTok  Follow Lynne on Instagram @lynnedoodles555

Sly has quickly spoken on Erin Patterson, the woman at the centre of the Leongatha mushroom poisoning case, which resulted in three deaths at her house in July last year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In July 2023, Erin Patterson hosted four relatives for lunch in the Victorian town of Leongatha. The guests were served beef wellington – which police allege was laced with a deadly mushroom. Patterson was charged with three counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder and is due to face court today. Courts and justice reporter Nino Bucci tells Nour Haydar about the latest developments in the case and why it has drawn intense media interest You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport

A family's grief remains at the heart of the mystery that gripped the world - but the fallout of the fatal mushroom meal stretches far beyond the towns of Leongatha and Korumbarra   For more visit: themushroomcook.com.au To unlock bonus content from The Mushroom Cook, and listen to episodes early and ad free, subscribe to Crime X+ on Apple Podcasts, or theheraldsun.com.au   Follow us on socials for updates and more content on The Mushroom Cook and other award-winning podcasts Crime X+: Instagram, Facebook and TikTok  Herald Sun: Instagram, Facebook and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of a seemingly ordinary family lunch that turned out to be anything but normal. Follow the journalists piecing together the puzzle of how three people died after sitting down to share a meal in the small Australian town of Leongatha, Victoria. With the woman who prepared that meal now accused of murder, The Mushroom Cook explores the story so far – and reports on the court hearings as Erin Patterson faces trial.  For more visit: themushroomcook.com.au The Mushroom Cook will be released on Crime X+ from Friday 29 MarchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Allen, you might recall, last week promised to shoot a 65 in the Portarlington Pro-Am. As you'll know if you follow our socials he did not in fact shoot 65. We discuss. That said, both Nick and Mark had a lot of fun, and the hits on the link following the players scores were at record levels - naturally Mark takes credit for that. Nick explains why he thought at one point he was going to be DQ'd.Nick and Mark discuss Charlie Woods attempt to qualify for his first tournament, and that whilst not qualifying will hurt, it may take some pressure off him. Nick would have preferred Charlie wait another year or two before jumping into the cauldron. Mark believes he has one of the most pure swings he's seen.We chat Anthony Kim, a very confident golfer. Nick talks about playing a round with Kim when he spent much of the round on the phone to his agent discussing deals.Onto LIV. The PIF has said the fund is expanding to 2 Trillion Dollars. Mark can't believe the money and calls it the biggest shot over the bow towards the PGA in history. Nick describes the money involved now as pure greed and sickening. Nick and Mark crunch the numbers on how a revised, and more lucrative, prize money structure for the PGA could look.World ranking points remain an ongoing bone of contention. Nick discusses them, and the discrepancies that he is seeing between something called Data Golf and the official world golf rankings. Lots of variances. Mark runs through the criteria for a tournament to qualify for world ranking points.Just as Mark is about to hoof into a party pie, Tim from the Warratah Golf Club in NSW calls on the hotline to pump up Warratah and their Pro-Am which is on tomorrow (28th).A great Top 5 today, Nick counts down the longest players that he ever played with. There are some big names there!We then call Michael from Leongatha in Victoria who has a question for Nick and Mark about tee time etiquette. It's a good question and a ripping conversation. Lots of feedback this week as usual, keep it coming, and Nick tells a great story about his Top 10 finish in the US Open in 2006...he was on the winning score with 9 holes to play, he tells us what happened next.Some great performances by Aussies and Kiwis around the world, which Nick discusses in the PING global results - Mark again expresses his 'concern' for Momoka Kobori, and hopes her family haven't forgotten her. Masterclass this week is on a new chipping technique that Mark Allen reckons is a gamechanger.We're here each week with the great support of PING, see your local golf shop or professional for a PING club fitting. Just like they have with Nick O'Hern, PING will help you play your best. And the Golf Clearance Outlet, great prices on the best gear. See them instore in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Perth, or online here.Talk Birdie To Me. New episodes weekly wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and you'll never miss one! And we'd love you to share the podcast, and if you can rate and review us that would be great. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, or send a voicemail to us here. And all our Masterclass videos on YouTube here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In late July, four relatives attended a family lunch at the home of Erin Patterson, a 48 year-old mother of two from Leongatha in Australia. Within days of the lunch, three of the guests were dead, with a fourth left fighting for his life in hospital. A beef wellington that was served for lunch on the day is suspected to have contained poisonous death cap mushrooms. But why were they in there? Australian police must now decipher whether it was simply a tragic accident or if there is something more sinister at play? John Ferguson of The Australian explains the details of the case.This episode was originally published in August 2023. In November, Erin Patterson was charged by Australian Police with three counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder. Her trial will take place in 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The two Jacks wrap up for the year with a look back at some of the biggest stories of the year. Was it the failure of the The Voice referendum, War in the Ukraine, War in Gaza, energy crises, or maybe the story that will endure was that of an alleged mushroom poisoning in Leongatha. JTI says the story will still attract attention 100 years into the future. We review the big stories in sport, too. Nathan Lyon's 500th wicket, the Ashes, the Matildas in the World Cup and Collingwood not just winning an AFL premiership but that people who don't barrack for the Pies kind of like them now. In short, the world has gone mad. 

Erin Patterson, the host of a weekend family lunch at her Australian country home, faces charges of murdering her ex-husband's parents and aunt with poisonous mushrooms and attempting to murder a fourth guest, according to police reports.    The alleged incident occurred in the Victoria state town of Leongatha, where on July 29, Patterson invited her former husband's parents, Gail and Don Patterson, both aged 70, and Gail Patterson's sister, Heather Wilkinson, 66, along with Heather's husband, Ian Wilkinson, 68, for a family lunch.    Tragically, all four guests fell seriously ill the following day, and only Ian Wilkinson managed to survive. The symptoms exhibited by the victims were consistent with poisoning from wild Amanita phalloides, commonly known as death cap mushrooms.    Patterson, 49, has publicly denied any wrongdoing, expressing her grief and shock. "I'm devastated. I loved them. I can't believe that this has happened, and I'm so sorry," she tearfully told reporters two days after the third death.    In addition to the murder charges, Patterson has been accused of attempting to murder her ex-husband, Simon Patterson, 48. Simon had fallen ill after consuming meals prepared by Erin in 2021 and 2022, though he did not attend the July lunch.    According to a police statement, Erin Patterson was arrested and taken into custody at her home. She had cooked a beef Wellington steak dish for the ill-fated lunch, using mushrooms purchased from a major supermarket chain and dried mushrooms from an Asian grocery store. She herself had consumed the meal and later experienced stomach pains and diarrhea.    Ian Wilkinson, a Baptist pastor, was discharged from the hospital in late September and is reportedly continuing his recovery.    Murder in Victoria carries a maximum potential sentence of 25 years in prison. Erin Patterson was expected to remain in police custody until her scheduled court appearance on Friday, where she could potentially seek bail.    It is important to note that bail requests for defendants charged with murder are typically referred to a higher court for consideration, indicating that Patterson may face a lengthy legal process ahead as the case unfolds. The incident has shocked the community and raised questions about the circumstances surrounding the alleged poisoning, which will undoubtedly be a focus of the ongoing investigation and legal proceedings. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Erin Patterson, the host of a weekend family lunch at her Australian country home, faces charges of murdering her ex-husband's parents and aunt with poisonous mushrooms and attempting to murder a fourth guest, according to police reports.    The alleged incident occurred in the Victoria state town of Leongatha, where on July 29, Patterson invited her former husband's parents, Gail and Don Patterson, both aged 70, and Gail Patterson's sister, Heather Wilkinson, 66, along with Heather's husband, Ian Wilkinson, 68, for a family lunch.    Tragically, all four guests fell seriously ill the following day, and only Ian Wilkinson managed to survive. The symptoms exhibited by the victims were consistent with poisoning from wild Amanita phalloides, commonly known as death cap mushrooms.    Patterson, 49, has publicly denied any wrongdoing, expressing her grief and shock. "I'm devastated. I loved them. I can't believe that this has happened, and I'm so sorry," she tearfully told reporters two days after the third death.    In addition to the murder charges, Patterson has been accused of attempting to murder her ex-husband, Simon Patterson, 48. Simon had fallen ill after consuming meals prepared by Erin in 2021 and 2022, though he did not attend the July lunch.    According to a police statement, Erin Patterson was arrested and taken into custody at her home. She had cooked a beef Wellington steak dish for the ill-fated lunch, using mushrooms purchased from a major supermarket chain and dried mushrooms from an Asian grocery store. She herself had consumed the meal and later experienced stomach pains and diarrhea.    Ian Wilkinson, a Baptist pastor, was discharged from the hospital in late September and is reportedly continuing his recovery.    Murder in Victoria carries a maximum potential sentence of 25 years in prison. Erin Patterson was expected to remain in police custody until her scheduled court appearance on Friday, where she could potentially seek bail.    It is important to note that bail requests for defendants charged with murder are typically referred to a higher court for consideration, indicating that Patterson may face a lengthy legal process ahead as the case unfolds. The incident has shocked the community and raised questions about the circumstances surrounding the alleged poisoning, which will undoubtedly be a focus of the ongoing investigation and legal proceedings. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Erin Patterson, the host of a weekend family lunch at her Australian country home, faces charges of murdering her ex-husband's parents and aunt with poisonous mushrooms and attempting to murder a fourth guest, according to police reports.    The alleged incident occurred in the Victoria state town of Leongatha, where on July 29, Patterson invited her former husband's parents, Gail and Don Patterson, both aged 70, and Gail Patterson's sister, Heather Wilkinson, 66, along with Heather's husband, Ian Wilkinson, 68, for a family lunch.    Tragically, all four guests fell seriously ill the following day, and only Ian Wilkinson managed to survive. The symptoms exhibited by the victims were consistent with poisoning from wild Amanita phalloides, commonly known as death cap mushrooms.    Patterson, 49, has publicly denied any wrongdoing, expressing her grief and shock. "I'm devastated. I loved them. I can't believe that this has happened, and I'm so sorry," she tearfully told reporters two days after the third death.    In addition to the murder charges, Patterson has been accused of attempting to murder her ex-husband, Simon Patterson, 48. Simon had fallen ill after consuming meals prepared by Erin in 2021 and 2022, though he did not attend the July lunch.    According to a police statement, Erin Patterson was arrested and taken into custody at her home. She had cooked a beef Wellington steak dish for the ill-fated lunch, using mushrooms purchased from a major supermarket chain and dried mushrooms from an Asian grocery store. She herself had consumed the meal and later experienced stomach pains and diarrhea.    Ian Wilkinson, a Baptist pastor, was discharged from the hospital in late September and is reportedly continuing his recovery.    Murder in Victoria carries a maximum potential sentence of 25 years in prison. Erin Patterson was expected to remain in police custody until her scheduled court appearance on Friday, where she could potentially seek bail.    It is important to note that bail requests for defendants charged with murder are typically referred to a higher court for consideration, indicating that Patterson may face a lengthy legal process ahead as the case unfolds. The incident has shocked the community and raised questions about the circumstances surrounding the alleged poisoning, which will undoubtedly be a focus of the ongoing investigation and legal proceedings. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

The world was captivated when three people died and one was left seriously ill from suspected mushroom poisoning after a lunch in a regional Victorian home. Now that the meal host Erin Patterson has been charged with murder and attempted murder, the intrigue has only intensified. Today, criminologist Xanthe Mallett explains the investigation into the 49-year-old and whether she can receive a fair trial.  Featured:  Dr Xanthe Mallet, criminologist and associate professor at the University of Newcastle

Australia, often known for its breathtaking landscapes, vast deserts, and unique wildlife, was recently gripped by a culinary mystery that sparked debates among its residents. The epicenter of this unsettling event was the quiet town of Leongatha, where a dinner party hosted by Erin Patterson took a dark turn that no one could have anticipated.   Erin Patterson, a resident of Leongatha, had painstakingly prepared a classic beef Wellington for her guests, a dish revered for its elegance and rich flavors. Beef Wellington, an English-origin dish, involves enveloping a tenderloin cut in flaky puff pastry and packing it with a savory blend known as duxelle. This blend typically combines mushrooms, thyme, and shallots, giving the dish its distinctive taste.   But as the night unfolded, it became evident that the beef Wellington on this occasion was no ordinary one.   Moments after Erin served her culinary masterpiece, her guests began experiencing severe symptoms. The room that was once filled with laughter and the clinking of glasses soon turned into a scene of panic and distress. Gail and Don Patterson, Erin's ex-husband's relatives, along with Heather Wilkinson, fell gravely ill. The tragedy escalated rapidly as the three of them, unfortunately, lost their lives that night. Two others, relatives by marriage to Erin's ex-husband, became critically ill. Heather Wilkinson's spouse, Ian, was rushed to a Melbourne hospital and is now on a waitlist for a liver transplant.   While many might be quick to presume that a poisoning of this magnitude was intentional, especially given that the deceased were closely related to Erin's ex-husband, the truth might be more complicated than it appears. What adds a layer of complexity is that Erin, along with her children, consumed a different meal that evening, leaving them untouched by the deadly ordeal.   In an emotional rendezvous with the Australian media, Erin, with tears in her eyes, expressed her sorrow. "I can't believe that this happened, and I am sorry that they have lost their lives," she expressed, her voice filled with disbelief. "I just can't fathom what happened."   Later, Erin admitted to having misled the authorities initially, yet she fervently reiterated her innocence. She said, "I am now devastated to think that these mushrooms may have contributed to the illness suffered by my loved ones." She further emphasized that she had no conceivable motive to harm those she dearly loved.   But what could have turned a luxurious dish into a deadly weapon? The answer might lie in the variety of mushrooms Erin used. The 'death cap' mushrooms are infamous for their toxic properties. Consuming even a small amount can result in serious illness or death. Such mushrooms resemble several edible varieties, which can lead to tragic misidentifications.   However, skepticism around Erin's innocence grew after it was discovered that her ex-husband, Simon, had previously fallen into a coma from a mysterious stomach illness. This illness was linked to a meal Erin had served him.   While Erin remains a person of interest in this ongoing investigation, it's crucial to underscore the dangers associated with wild mushrooms. Foraging and consuming them without expert knowledge is a game of Russian roulette. Death cap mushrooms, for instance, are lethal, and their toxins can cause severe liver damage or death. They serve as a grim reminder that nature, though bountiful, can be treacherous if not approached with caution.   As Australia continues to reel from this tragic incident, it's imperative to raise awareness about the hazards of wild mushrooms. Education and caution can prevent such heartrending events in the future. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Australia, often known for its breathtaking landscapes, vast deserts, and unique wildlife, was recently gripped by a culinary mystery that sparked debates among its residents. The epicenter of this unsettling event was the quiet town of Leongatha, where a dinner party hosted by Erin Patterson took a dark turn that no one could have anticipated.   Erin Patterson, a resident of Leongatha, had painstakingly prepared a classic beef Wellington for her guests, a dish revered for its elegance and rich flavors. Beef Wellington, an English-origin dish, involves enveloping a tenderloin cut in flaky puff pastry and packing it with a savory blend known as duxelle. This blend typically combines mushrooms, thyme, and shallots, giving the dish its distinctive taste.   But as the night unfolded, it became evident that the beef Wellington on this occasion was no ordinary one.   Moments after Erin served her culinary masterpiece, her guests began experiencing severe symptoms. The room that was once filled with laughter and the clinking of glasses soon turned into a scene of panic and distress. Gail and Don Patterson, Erin's ex-husband's relatives, along with Heather Wilkinson, fell gravely ill. The tragedy escalated rapidly as the three of them, unfortunately, lost their lives that night. Two others, relatives by marriage to Erin's ex-husband, became critically ill. Heather Wilkinson's spouse, Ian, was rushed to a Melbourne hospital and is now on a waitlist for a liver transplant.   While many might be quick to presume that a poisoning of this magnitude was intentional, especially given that the deceased were closely related to Erin's ex-husband, the truth might be more complicated than it appears. What adds a layer of complexity is that Erin, along with her children, consumed a different meal that evening, leaving them untouched by the deadly ordeal.   In an emotional rendezvous with the Australian media, Erin, with tears in her eyes, expressed her sorrow. "I can't believe that this happened, and I am sorry that they have lost their lives," she expressed, her voice filled with disbelief. "I just can't fathom what happened."   Later, Erin admitted to having misled the authorities initially, yet she fervently reiterated her innocence. She said, "I am now devastated to think that these mushrooms may have contributed to the illness suffered by my loved ones." She further emphasized that she had no conceivable motive to harm those she dearly loved.   But what could have turned a luxurious dish into a deadly weapon? The answer might lie in the variety of mushrooms Erin used. The 'death cap' mushrooms are infamous for their toxic properties. Consuming even a small amount can result in serious illness or death. Such mushrooms resemble several edible varieties, which can lead to tragic misidentifications.   However, skepticism around Erin's innocence grew after it was discovered that her ex-husband, Simon, had previously fallen into a coma from a mysterious stomach illness. This illness was linked to a meal Erin had served him.   While Erin remains a person of interest in this ongoing investigation, it's crucial to underscore the dangers associated with wild mushrooms. Foraging and consuming them without expert knowledge is a game of Russian roulette. Death cap mushrooms, for instance, are lethal, and their toxins can cause severe liver damage or death. They serve as a grim reminder that nature, though bountiful, can be treacherous if not approached with caution.   As Australia continues to reel from this tragic incident, it's imperative to raise awareness about the hazards of wild mushrooms. Education and caution can prevent such heartrending events in the future. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Almost a fortnight after three people died from suspected mushroom poisoning in Victoria, details about the fatal lunch are still emerging.  The woman who cooked what's believed to be the killer meal has now produced a statement for police which adds even more intrigue to the story.  Today, investigative reporter Dan Oakes who exclusively obtained the statement, on what we know now and the lingering questions.  Featured:  Dan Oakes, ABC investigative reporter

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Three people have died and a man remains in hospital after attending a lunch in Leongatha, Victoria, more than two weeks ago. Police say mushrooms are the suspected cause of death and are investigating. Jane Lee speaks to Guardian Australia science reporter Donna Lu about the case

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