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Two true crime books on the mushroom trial are out – one is told by a fictional juror

Two books on the recent Erin Patterson trial have just been published, both by experienced true crime writers. Both are meticulously researched (primarily relying on the transcripts of evidence), well written and eminently readable. The timing of their publication is remarkable, given it’s only been a month since the sentencing.…

The Conversation · Oct 13, 2025

Erin Patterson should never be freed, prosecutors filing an appeal against sentencing say

Appeal against life sentence handed to triple-murderer Erin Patterson as ‘judge erred in findings’

The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2025

Why prosecutors are appealing Erin Patterson's sentence

Prosecutors have called for mushroom cook Erin Patterson to remain behind bars for longer than her "manifestly inadequate" 33-year non-parole period.

AAP · Oct 9, 2025

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Erin Patterson should never be released over mushroom murders, prosecutors tell sentence appeal

DPP alleges sentencing judge ‘erred’ when finding triple-murderer could be held in solitary confinement ‘for years’

The Guardian - AU · Oct 9, 2025

Prosecutors want longer sentence for Australian mushroom killer Erin Patterson

Patterson was sentenced to life in prison for murder of three people who were lunch guests at her home in 2023

The Independent UK · Oct 6, 2025

Erin Patterson: prosecutors to appeal ‘manifestly inadequate’ sentence for triple murderer

Victoria’s director of public prosecutions seeking longer prison sentence for mushroom murderer

The Guardian - AU · Oct 6, 2025

Prosecutors to appeal mushroom murderer's jail term

Prosecutors have filed the paperwork to appeal Erin Patterson's jail term, describing the 33-year non-parole period as manifestly inadequate.

AAP · Oct 6, 2025

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Mushroom murder books hit the shelves, with fresh takes

Books about Erin Patterson's sensational triple murder trial are being published, promising to reveal more about the poisoning case that fascinated the world.

AAP · Oct 4, 2025

Afternoon Update: Erin Patterson to appeal convictions; PNG’s defence treaty with Australia; and Nirvana’s legal win

Patterson’s barrister Richard Edney confirmed she would appeal during a short hearing in Melbourne

The Guardian - AU · Oct 2, 2025

Australia 'Mushroom Murderer' Erin Patterson To Appeal Conviction

Australian convicted murderer Erin Patterson will appeal her guilty verdict for killing three people with toxic mushrooms, her lawyer told a court on Thursday, after a trial that sparked a global media frenzy.

International Business Times · Oct 2, 2025

Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson to appeal convictions

Triple-murderer Erin Patterson has formally indicated she will appeal her convictions after she was found guilty of serving a deadly mushroom lunch.

AAP · Oct 2, 2025

Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson will appeal against her convictions, court told

Lawyers for Erin Patterson confirmed on Thursday that she would appeal against her convictions, after she was sentenced to life imprisonment last month

The Guardian - AU · Oct 2, 2025

Doctor who called Erin Patterson ‘crazy bitch’ after treating her penalised for speaking about case

Health regulator places conditions on Dr Christopher Webster’s registration over comments made after mushroom lunch murder trial

The Guardian - AU · Sep 19, 2025

Lone survivor of mushroom murders pleads for privacy to grieve after killer jailed for life

Judge says Erin Patterson didn’t show any sign of remorse

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2025

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International Business Times UK · Sep 8, 2025

'Mushroom Murderer' Erin Patterson: Victims, Trial Evidence, and the Motive Question Explained

Erin Patterson sentenced to life over mushroom murders. Victims, trial evidence and her motive examined in one of Australia's most shocking cases.

AAP · Sep 8, 2025

Mushroom killer begins life term as appeal bid looms

Lawyers for mushroom killer Erin Patterson will begin weighing up her options for an appeal after she was sentenced to life in jail for murdering three people.

Woman & Home · Sep 8, 2025

Australia's mushroom murderer: Why did Erin Patterson kill and how long will she go to prison for?

The story of a woman who used deadly mushrooms to kill family members has shocked the world, and she's now been sentenced for her crimes.

International Business Times UK · Sep 8, 2025

Australia's Mushroom Murder Trial: What Was Ex-Husband Simon Patterson's Testimony

Erin Patterson was sentenced to life in prison after serving a mushroom-laced meal that killed three family members in 2023.

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Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2025

Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is jailed for life after killing relatives with poisoned beef Wellington

Erin Patterson was convicted of murdering three people with foraged death cap mushrooms

The Guardian - AU · Sep 8, 2025

Afternoon Update: mushroom murderer Erin Patterson sentenced; fugitive father shot dead by NZ police; and pictures of the blood moon

Patterson sentenced to life imprisonment with non-parole period of 33 years after being found guilty of murdering three people and attempting to murder a fourth

The Guardian - AU · Sep 8, 2025

‘Only you know why’: how mushroom murderer Erin Patterson faced her sentencing

After Patterson was sentenced to life in prison with a non-parole period of 33 years, only the question of motive remained

The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2025

Mushroom murderer jailed for life for dinner party killings

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AAP · Sep 8, 2025

Sole lunch survivor's message after killer sentenced

Ian Wilkinson's first message to the public was filled with thanks and kindness but no reference to the woman who killed his family with poisonous mushrooms.

The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2025

Woman who murdered family lunch guests by poisoning beef wellington with mushrooms jailed for life

Erin Patterson’s non-parole period of 33 years is the longest ever for a woman convicted of murder in Victoria, Australia

Euronews · Sep 8, 2025

Australian woman jailed for life after serving toxic mushroom lunch

Erin Patterson handed prison sentence after killing three relatives with beef wellington laced with poisonous mushrooms.

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