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INTRODUCING: The Case Of Snowtown Parole
In just over a week, one of the murderers behind Australia's most infamous serial killings is set to be released on parole.The Case Of Snowtown Parole looks at James Vlassakis's role in the killings and why he has been given the opportunity for parole, when it was denied for the other two murderers, and how he will be reintegrated into the community.In this season of The Case Of, Stephen Stockwell will be joined by ABC reporters James Wakelin and Rebecca Brice. James reported from Snowtown the day the bodies were uncovered in May 1999.Follow The Case Of in the ABC Listen app or wherever you get your podcasts so you can get the full story when it drops on Tuesday.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.
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Croc Wrangler: How Matt Wright is appealing his verdict
Immediately following his guilty verdict, Croc Wrangler Matt Wright stood on the Darwin court steps and said he would appeal. His legal team has now made good on that promise, and we have all the details.In this episode, ABC Darwin court reporter Olivana Lathouris joins Stephen Stockwell to explain the appeal grounds, including the alleged mistake Wright's lawyers say the judge made. We also have some Spicy updates about Matt Wright's life outside the courtroom.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.--It's the trial everyone in Darwin is talking about. In February 2022 a helicopter on a crocodile egg collection mission crashed in remote Arnhem Land, killing the egg collector and paralysing the pilot.NT Croc Wrangler Matt Wright isn't on trial for the crash, but for what allegedly he did after. Charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice, prosecutors say he tried to interfere with the investigation.Matt Wright has pled not guilty and denies all the allegations.To hear the background of this story, listen to our episode introducing the case of the croc wrangler.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit ABC podcast Mushroom Case Daily. The response to Mushroom Case Daily was overwhelming, with more than 8000 emails from listeners, many of them noting how the coverage had given them unprecedented insight into Australia's criminal judicial system.We decided to convert the podcast into an ongoing trial coverage feed to continue delivering on this front, following cases that capture the public's attention.
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Romance Scam: Answering your questions
Throughout The Case of the Romance Scam, you've sent in heaps of questions, asking things like why Donna Nelson is in solitary confinement, what happened to the man she was going to visit and why the court sketches looked so different.In this episode, North Asia Correspondent James Oaten and Australian Story producer Olivia Rousset join Stephen Stockwell to answer all your questions, complete with some surprising revelations around life in Japan.To catch up on The Case of the Romance Scam you can listen back here:Episode one: Who is Donna NelsonEpisode two: The evidence that defined the trialEpisode three: Last Chance for Donna NelsonEpisode four: Donna's appeal resultEpisode five: Donna's path homeYou can also check out the Australian Story on Donna Nelson produced by Olivia Rousset to learn more about Donna's story.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.
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Mushroom Lunch: Erin Patterson's appeal confirmed
In an administrative hearing today, Erin Patterson's legal team confirmed her plans to appeal her murder conviction.In this episode, Kristian Silva joins Stephen Stockwell to explain what we learnt from this hearing, how Patterson's appeal could unfold and the new faces on her legal teamIf you've got questions about the case that you'd like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, send them through to [email protected] recap the story of Erin Patterson's mushroom lunch, check out this series:Mushroom Recap: The LunchMushroom Recap: Who is ErinMushroom Recap: The Murder WeaponMushroom Recap: The Deadly DeclineMushroom Recap: The Cover UpTo catch up on how the trial of Erin Patterson unfolded, you can listen back to all our Friday Wrap episodes:A tragic accident or ultimate betrayal? Our Friday WrapWhat happened to the leftovers? Our Friday WrapDeath caps, DNA and drama: Our Friday WrapEverything you need to know about Erin's messages: Our Friday WrapKey moments in the case so far: Our Friday WrapExplaining Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapThe biggest moments of Erin's evidence: Our Friday WrapKill them all, or reconnect? Our Friday WrapJudging Erin's lies: Our Friday Wrap
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Romance Scam: Donna's path home
Even though Donna Nelson's appeal has failed, it's opened the door to diplomacy that could get her back to Australia.In this episode, North Asia Correspondent James Oaten and Australian Story producer Olivia Rousset join Stephen Stockwell to discuss how Donna's family took the appeal dismissal and the next steps in their fight to get her out of prison in Japan.To catch up on The Case of the Romance Scam you can listen back here:Episode one: Who is Donna NelsonEpisode two: The evidence that defined the trialEpisode three: Last Chance for Donna NelsonEpisode four: Donna's appeal resultRead James Oaten's story about a Japanese woman arrested for drug trafficking in Australia. You can also check out the Australian Story on Donna Nelson produced by Olivia Rousset to learn more about Donna's story.If you have any questions you'd like James, Olivia and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email [email protected] Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.
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The Case Of is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom for Australia's biggest trials. Unpacking major trials recently heard in court, and cases in the headlines. This podcast will explain how it all works and answer your questions along the way. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of. The response to Mushroom Case Daily was overwhelming, with more than 8000 emails from listeners, many of them noting how the coverage had given them unprecedented insight into Australia's criminal judicial system. We decided to convert the podcast into an ongoing trial coverage feed to continue delivering on this front, following cases that capture the public's attention.

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