12 h. ago This maths tutor faked psychology qualifications. When caught, she faked cancer

Spelling mistakes and critical errors in an NDIS assessment report put schoolteachers on a trail that led to Tina Hansen’s unravelling.

Events

13 h. 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.

Politics

14 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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19 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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20 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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21 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.

Politics

25 h. ago King Charles III opens up in a personal message to fellow cancer patients

King Charles III opens up to fellow cancer survivors in a personal message.

Science

26 h. ago King Charles says cancer diagnosis has shown him ‘the very best of humanity’

King Charles III described on Wednesday how a cancer diagnosis can be a “daunting and at times frightening” experience for sufferers and their loved ones as he hosted an event to honour cancer charities.

Science

26 h. ago The personal note King Charles left guests at Buckingham Palace reception

The message was written in a booklet for guests at a Buckingham Palace reception to celebrate groups helping people with cancer.

Politics

35 h. ago ‘It’s certainly a blow’: Irvine injury rocks Socceroos’ World Cup qualifying hopes

First-choice players have been dropping like flies since Tony Popovic took on the top job last September. Star midfielder Jackson Irvine is the latest.

Events

35 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.

Events

35 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.

Events

39 h. ago Kate and William return to secret Scottish hideaway 20 years on

The couple have left their three children at home for the first overnight working trip since the princess’ cancer diagnosis.

Politics

42 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.

Events

42 h. ago Brisbane news live: Brooki Bakehouse owner accused of stealing recipes; Alleged murder victim’s mother in tears over fake cat video; Bleijie set to call in campground proposal

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Events

60 h. ago Legal stoush brewing over election signs at key Melbourne polling booth

The volume of political advertising at a pre-polling booth in Kew has caught the attention of constituents and the local council.

Politics

3 d. ago Boy, 4, with cancer among American children deported with mothers, lawyers say

US border tsar Tom Homan’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested 800 immigrants in Florida last week.

Society

4 d. ago Climate report adds heat to political pressure cooker in battleground seat of Bullwinkel

The climate crisis is here and Bullwinkel voters are caught in the crossfire of rising temps and political spin.

Politics

7 d. ago Dutton says Albanese ‘trashing his own credibility’ defending fake Nazi meme candidate

The prime minister backed the Labor candidate for Dickson, who had posted faked images of Peter Dutton as a Nazi. He also equivocated about whether he had fallen off a stage.

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7 d. ago Albanese defends Labor candidate who posted Dutton Nazi meme

The prime minister backed the Labor candidate for Dickson, who had posted faked images of Peter Dutton as a Nazi. He also equivocated about whether he had fallen off a stage.

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