84 m. ago Erin Patterson trial as it happened: Victoria mushroom cook’s husband Simon gives evidence on marriage struggles, plate colour, cancer claims

The first witness for the prosecution, Erin Patterson’s estranged husband Simon Patterson, was called to the stand on day two of the mushroom murder trial. Here’s how the day unfolded.

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2 h. ago Erin Patterson trial live updates: The single colourful plate in Erin’s crockery collection; Simon addresses wife’s self

The prosecution has called its first witness in the murder trial for Erin Patterson, who has pleaded not guilty to three counts of murder and one of attempted murder.

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4 h. ago Listen: Crime reporter Erin Pearson talks about key moments in the Erin Patterson mushroom lunch trial

What has become known as the mushroom trial has begun in the Victorian town of Morwell.

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6 h. ago Victoria’s hot seats LIVE updates: Catholic schools send political advice to parents; Frydenberg condemns antisemitic stunt at appearance with Hamer

Pre-poll antics in Kooyong have just ratcheted up another notch, with the Liberal Party now threatening to take Boroondara council to court.

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7 h. ago Erin Patterson trial live updates: Alleged Leongatha mushroom cook’s estranged husband Simon Patterson appears as witness

The prosecution will call its first witnesses in the murder trial for Erin Patterson, who has pleaded not guilty to three counts of murder and one of attempted murder.

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8 h. ago Erin Patterson trial LIVE updates: Simon Patterson gives evidence in alleged Leongatha mushroom cook’s case; ‘no record’ she had cancer, jury told

The prosecution will call its first witnesses in the murder trial for Erin Patterson, who has pleaded not guilty to three counts of murder and one of attempted murder.

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9 h. ago Erin Patterson trial LIVE updates: Witness evidence set to begin in alleged Leongatha mushroom cook’s case; ‘no record’ she had cancer, jury told

The prosecution will call its first witnesses in the murder trial for Erin Patterson, who has pleaded not guilty to three counts of murder and one of attempted murder.

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23 h. ago Erin Patterson trial as it happened: Alleged Leongatha mushroom cook didn’t ingest death caps, ‘no record’ she had cancer, jury told

Erin Patterson is facing trial after pleading not guilty over a fatal mushroom lunch. Today, Nanette Rogers, SC, will present the prosecution’s case against Patterson.

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23 h. ago Alleged mushroom cook didn’t ingest death caps, ‘no record’ she had cancer, jury told: Trial day one, as it happened

Erin Patterson is facing trial after pleading not guilty over a fatal mushroom lunch. Today, Nanette Rogers, SC, will present the prosecution’s case against Patterson.

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24 h. ago Victoria’s hot seats LIVE updates: Frydenberg condemns antisemitic stunt at appearance with Hamer; Neo

Pre-poll antics in Kooyong have just ratcheted up another notch, with the Liberal Party now threatening to take Boroondara council to court.

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24 h. ago Reality TV stars charged with historical offences lose their anonymity

A Queensland couple who appeared on My Kitchen Rules have been in court charged with offences dating back to 2005.

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24 h. ago Reality TV stars charged with historical offences lose anonymity

A Queensland couple who appeared on My Kitchen Rules have been in court charged with offences dating to 2005.

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30 h. ago Erin Patterson trial LIVE updates: Alleged Leongatha mushroom cook reported eating half her lunch, pushed to be released from hospital, doctors say

Erin Patterson is facing trial after pleading not guilty over a fatal mushroom lunch. Today, Nanette Rogers, SC, will present the prosecution’s case against Patterson.

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30 h. ago Erin Patterson trial LIVE updates: Alleged Leongatha mushroom cook didn’t ingest death caps, ‘no record’ she had cancer, jury told

Erin Patterson is facing trial after pleading not guilty over a fatal mushroom lunch. Today, Nanette Rogers, SC, will present the prosecution’s case against Patterson.

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30 h. ago Erin Patterson trial LIVE updates: Alleged Leongatha mushroom cook’s relationship with ex

Erin Patterson is facing trial after pleading not guilty over a fatal mushroom lunch. Today, Nanette Rogers, SC, will present the prosecution’s case against Patterson.

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32 h. ago Erin Patterson trial LIVE updates: Alleged Leongatha mushroom cook appears in court over deaths of family members

Erin Patterson is facing trial after pleading not guilty over a fatal mushroom lunch. Today, Nanette Rogers, SC, will present the prosecution’s case against Patterson.

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37 h. ago What you need to know about Erin Patterson’s mushroom lunch trial

The court case over the poisoning deaths of Don and Gail Patterson and Heather Wilkinson has begun. Here’s everything you need to know.

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37 h. ago ‘Borderline racism’: Embattled Bennelong Liberal candidate cries foul

Scott Yung tried to overcome the blizzard of negative media coverage during a podcast appearance with a friendly face.

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51 h. ago Accused mushroom cook killer has attempted murder charges dropped ahead of trial

Erin Patterson is facing trial after pleading not guilty over a fatal mushroom lunch, but jurors have been told that charges of attempting to kill her husband in the months before the fateful meal have been withdrawn.

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1 week ago Prince Andrew makes surprise appearance at Easter service with King Charles

Prince Andrew’s attendance was notable after he was absent from the royals’ Christmas service amid scrutiny of his links with an alleged Chinese spy.

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