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In this subscriber deep dive, we go beyond the story of Kerrie Palmer and into the evidence that shaped one of Queensland’s most difficult criminal cases. Four men were ultimately convicted of manslaughter, but none were convicted of murder. So why? This episode follows the evidence piece by piece — the money dispute, the search for Kerrie, Coral Tree Court, the vehicles, telephone records, DNA, blood evidence, the movements between locations, the statements given by t

This exclusive subscriber episode goes beyond the main case episode and examines the investigation itself. From the eleven-day delay before Bronwyn was reported missing to the witness accounts, timeline reconstruction, and the significance of the Sandstone Crescent house, this episode explores the evidence detectives were forced to piece together years after the events of May 1993.

On a winter night in June 2014, police were called to a rural property in Western Australia. What began as an emergency response would later become the subject of a coronial inquest, forensic debate, and years of unanswered questions.

There is a sentence that appears repeatedly in discussions about Amy Wensley’s death: 'The scene had already changed.” Those six words sit at the centre of the controversy surrounding the investigation. They do not tell us how Amy died. They tell us something equally important: that later investigators were forced to examine a scene that was no longer preserved exactly as it had been at the critical moment.

Many people assume there must have been obvious warning signs that were overlooked, but the reality is far more complicated. Tiahleigh's death prompted widespread reviews of Queensland's child protection system, the foster carer approval process, and the Blue Card system. Those reviews weren't just about understanding what had happened—they were about determining whether the system itself could be strengthened to better protect vulnerable children.

Most Australians know Rick Thorburn as the foster father who murdered 12-year-old Tiahleigh Palmer.

This week's bonus episode takes a closer look at the psychological evidence presented after Rachel Barber's murder. We'll examine the fictional identity of Jem Southall, the expert reports, Caroline Reed Robertson's fixation on Rachel, and the questions psychologists were still trying to answer long after the crime.

The Ivan Milat case remains one of Australia’s most discussed and debated criminal stories. While the courtroom delivered a clear verdict in 1996, many questions linger decades later. Milat was convicted of murdering seven young backpackers in Belanglo State Forest and sentenced to seven consecutive life sentences. Yet, outside the courtroom, a complex story of theories, speculation, and unanswered questions continues to unfold. This special bonus episode of Coffee & Crime AU

IVAN MILAT | Did He Kill More Than Seven? This is a special extended episode available exclusively to Early Access members. After Ivan Milat was convicted of seven murders, the case didn’t stop for investigators. In fact, it raised even more questions than it answered. What if Belanglo State Forest wasn’t the beginning? In the years following his conviction, police reviewed dozens of unsolved cases from across Australia. Missing hitchhikers. Unsolved murders. Young travellers

The case of Bob Chappell remains one of the most discussed and complex criminal trials in recent Australian history. The Four Winds bonus episode titled The Bob Chappell Story offers a detailed look at the courtroom battle between the prosecution and the defence. This blog post breaks down the key arguments from both sides, highlighting how evidence was presented and challenged, and what made this case so compelling.

The story of Lynette Dawson has gripped Australia for years. It’s a case filled with mystery, heartbreak, and unanswered questions. But what often gets overlooked are the voices of those most affected—the daughters left behind. The bonus episode titled The Daughters Left Behind brings these untold perspectives to light. It offers a fresh, emotional look at the impact of this case on the family, especially the children who grew up in its shadow.

The case of Chris Dawson has gripped Australia for years. It’s a story filled with mystery, suspicion, and a long search for truth. What finally led to his conviction? Today, I want to take you through the key pieces of evidence that helped bring justice in this complex case. If you’ve been following the story or are fascinated by true crime, this deep dive will give you a clearer picture of how the puzzle came together.

In this extended investigation, we go far deeper into the murders of Karlie Pearce-Stevenson and Khandalyce Pearce. This episode explores: — the relationship between Karlie and Daniel Holdom — the years-long deception that convinced family Karlie was still alive — the fake digital trail created after her disappearance — the investigation failures and delays — the psychological impact of unidentified victim cases — the significance of Belanglo Forest — the Wynarka suitc

Bonus Episode - The Jaidyn Leskie Story - The Night The Story Split Apart