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Think nothing ever happens in your town? Australia's suburbs are home to some of the most mysterious and disturbing true crime cases in the world. Meshel Laurie is a true crime obsessive, and with the help of expert interviews with writers, victim/survivors, investigators and perpetrators, she probes the underbelly of our towns and suburbs, and uncovers the darkness at the heart of Australian life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6 HR AGO

    From Surviving a Stabbing to Becoming a Leader in Policing – Part Two

    This is part two of our two part series with former NSW Police and AFP member, Jason Semple. Listen to part one here. We're excited to announce the release of Sherele Moody's new podcast, She Matters. Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts, or find it wherever you get your podcasts. Click here to subscribe to ATC Plus on Apple Podcasts and access all ATC episodes early and ad-free, as well as exclusive bonus episodes. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. For Support: Lifeline on 13 11 14 13 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380 CREDITS: Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Jason Semple Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard This episode contains extra content from Seven West Media. GET IN TOUCH: https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/ Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Send us a question to have played on the show by recording a voice message here. Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com

    37 min

  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    Shortcut: From Surviving a Stabbing to Becoming a Leader in Policing – Part One

    This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Two weeks into his policing career, Jason Semple was left bleeding in a Sydney gutter after being stabbed during a violent street confrontation that also claimed the life of his fellow police officer, Peter Forsyth. The attack in Ultimo in 1998 shocked the nation and changed the course of Semple’s life. This is the first of two episodes, where Jason recounts the night that nearly killed him and the moment that defined his future in law enforcement. We're excited to announce the release of Sherele Moody's new podcast, She Matters. Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts, or find it wherever you get your podcasts. Click here to subscribe to ATC Plus on Apple Podcasts and access all ATC episodes early and ad-free, as well as exclusive bonus episodes. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. For Support:  Lifeline  on 13 11 14 13 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380 CREDITS: Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Jason Semple Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard GET IN TOUCH: https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/ Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook  Send us a question to have played on the show by recording a voice message here. Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min

  3. 4 DAYS AGO

    From Surviving a Stabbing to Becoming a Leader in Policing – Part One

    Two weeks into his policing career, Jason Semple was left bleeding in a Sydney gutter after being stabbed during a violent street confrontation that also claimed the life of his fellow police officer, Peter Forsyth. The attack in Ultimo in 1998 shocked the nation and changed the course of Semple’s life. This is the first of two episodes, where Jason recounts the night that nearly killed him and the moment that defined his future in law enforcement. We're excited to announce the release of Sherele Moody's new podcast, She Matters. Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts, or find it wherever you get your podcasts. Click here to subscribe to ATC Plus on Apple Podcasts and access all ATC episodes early and ad-free, as well as exclusive bonus episodes. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. For Support:  Lifeline  on 13 11 14 13 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380 CREDITS: Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Jason Semple Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard GET IN TOUCH: https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/ Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook  Send us a question to have played on the show by recording a voice message here. Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min

  4. 23 OCT

    Former Detective Damian Loone on the Disappearance of Cheryl Grimmer *Re-Issue*

    Some of you may recognise the name and voice of this episode’s guest, It’s retired NSW Police Detective Sergeant Damian Loone who featured on Hedley Thomas’s extraordinary podcast The Teacher’s Pet. Damian investigated the 1982 disappearance of Sydney mum Lynnette Dawson for years, bringing the case to two coronial inquests. Lynette’s former husband Chris Dawson was charged with her murder in 2018 and is awaiting trial. Damian features again in another major podcast that’s gripped listeners' attention worldwide. It’s the excellent BBC Sounds multi-episode podcast Fairy Meadow about 3-year-old Cheryl Grimmer’s haunting disappearance from Fairy Meadow Beach in Wollongong in 1970. Damian and Detective Frank Sanvitale, were the detectives tasked with having another look at Cheryl’s disappearance. The case had basically gone nowhere for more than 45 years until the file was passed to them. If you'd like to assist the Grimmer family, you can also sign this petition - addressed to Attorney General Speakman - to help in the fight to find justice for Cheryl. The BBC Sounds podcast Fairy Meadow, hosted by Jon Kay, can be found here. There is a $1 Million dollar reward from NSW Police for information about Cheryl’s abduction and murder. CREDITS: Host: Meshel Laurie. You can find her on Instagram here Guest: Damian Loone Producer/Editor: Lachie Flannigan Executive Producer: Jacqueline Tonks GET IN TOUCH: Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast Email the show at hello@australiantruecrimepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min

  5. 22 OCT

    Shortcut: Former Detective Damian Loone on the Disappearance of Cheryl Grimmer *Re-Issue*

    This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Some of you may recognise the name and voice of this episode’s guest, It’s retired NSW Police Detective Sergeant Damian Loone who featured on Hedley Thomas’s extraordinary podcast The Teacher’s Pet. Damian investigated the 1982 disappearance of Sydney mum Lynnette Dawson for years, bringing the case to two coronial inquests. Lynette’s former husband Chris Dawson was charged with her murder in 2018 and is awaiting trial. Damian features again in another major podcast that’s gripped listeners' attention worldwide. It’s the excellent BBC Sounds multi-episode podcast Fairy Meadow about 3-year-old Cheryl Grimmer’s haunting disappearance from Fairy Meadow Beach in Wollongong in 1970. Damian and Detective Frank Sanvitale, were the detectives tasked with having another look at Cheryl’s disappearance. The case had basically gone nowhere for more than 45 years until the file was passed to them. If you'd like to assist the Grimmer family, you can also sign this petition - addressed to Attorney General Speakman - to help in the fight to find justice for Cheryl. The BBC Sounds podcast Fairy Meadow, hosted by Jon Kay, can be found here. There is a $1 Million dollar reward from NSW Police for information about Cheryl’s abduction and murder. CREDITS: Host: Meshel Laurie. You can find her on Instagram here Guest: Damian Loone Producer/Editor: Lachie Flannigan Executive Producer: Jacqueline Tonks GET IN TOUCH: Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast Email the show at hello@australiantruecrimepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min

  6. 20 OCT

    The Disappearance of Cheryl Grimmer & The 52-year Search for Justice *Re-Issue*

    On January 12th 1970, Three-Year-Old Cheryl Grimmer disappeared from Fairy Meadow Beach. While it’s technically one of Australia’s longest-standing cold cases, Cheryl’s family and the two highly respected former homicide detectives believe they know exactly what happened to her, and who’s responsible.    Cheryl’s eldest brother, Ricky Nash, was the last person to see her on the day of her disappearance. Ricky joins us to discuss his fight to find justice for his baby sister. If you'd like to assist the Grimmer family, you can also sign this petition - addressed to Attorney General Speakman - to help in the fight to find justice for Cheryl.   The brilliant BBC Sounds podcast Fairy Meadow, hosted by Jon Kay, can be found here.     LATER THIS WEEK   Staying with the Cheryl Grimmer story, we’ll hear from Frank Sanvitale & Damian Loone, the two former homicide detectives who arrested the man both they and Ricky Nash believe to be responsible for Cheryl’s disappearance and murder.   CREDITS:   Host: Meshel Laurie. You can find her on Instagram here     Guest: Ricky Nash   Producer/Editor: Lachie Flannigan   Executive Producer: Jacqueline Tonks   GET IN TOUCH:   Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  7. She Matters: Kelly Williams (Duffy) *PREVIEW*

    16 OCT

    She Matters: Kelly Williams (Duffy) *PREVIEW*

    This is a shortened preview of Sherele Moody's new podcast, She Matters. Click here to listen to the full episode, as well as other episodes honouring the lives of Australian women lost to violence. Show notes: A man heard the violence behind the wall. He did not help her. Her sister found the single mum days later. The smell of her favourite human decaying forever lingers in her memory. Her murder warranted no more than three lines in one newspaper. Her killer still walks among us. Her name is Kelly Williams (Duffy). She was only 31. You've never heard of her but it's not for want of trying. Kelly's sister Paula has spent the past 23 years trying to get journalists to tell her story. Today she gets that wish.   Presenter: Sherele Moody. Producer: Dash Made Studios Executive producers: Bravecasting Podcasting Network.  ❤️SUPPORT MY WORK: The RED HEART Campaign and Australian Femicide Watch are unfunded services providing support for families of femicide, housing for women leaving violence, ethical media training for journalists, rallies and vigils and - most importantly - documenting the stories of women and children lost to violence. To fund my work, you can donate or grab a RED HEART t-shirt! 100% of money raised funds everything I do to save lives and end the epidemic of violence. ❤️Donate: https://australianfemicidewatch.org/support/ ❤️Shop: https://australianfemicidewatch.org/shop-2/ IF YOU NEED HELP: ❤️1800 Respect (1800 737 732) ❤️Women's Crisis Line: 1800 811 811 ❤️13YARN (13 92 76)  ❤️Rainbow Helpline: 1800 497 212 ❤️Men's Referral Service: 1300 766 491 ❤️Mensline: 1300 789 978 ❤️Lifeline (24 hours): 131 114 SOCIALS INSTAGRAM: sherelemoodyfemicidewatch X: @ShereleMoody FACEBOOK: sherelemoodyfemicidewatch FACEBOOK: TheREDHEARTCampaign/ TIKTOK: @femicidewatchaustralia WEBSITE: https://australianfemicidewatch.org/ EMAIL: Sherele@AustralianFemicideWatch.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    12 min

  8. 12 OCT

    Shortcut: Justice Lex Lasry Returns

    This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. What really goes through a judge’s mind when delivering a sentence? Supreme Court Justice Lex Lasry reflects on the emotional toll of the role, the intricacies of evidence admissibility, and the ripple effects of high profile cases. From Erin Patterson to rising crime rates, Justice Lasry offers an honest look at how the justice system is changing in Australia. We're excited to announce the release of Sherele Moody's new podcast, She Matters. Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts, or find it wherever you get your podcasts. Click here to subscribe to ATC Plus on Apple Podcasts and access all ATC episodes early and ad-free, as well as exclusive bonus episodes. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. For Support:  Lifeline  on 13 11 14 13 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380 CREDITS: Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Justice Lex Lasry Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard This episode contains extra content from ABC News, Channel 10 and Bloomberg Originals. GET IN TOUCH: https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/ Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook  Send us a question to have played on the show by recording a voice message here. Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    14 min
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Think nothing ever happens in your town? Australia's suburbs are home to some of the most mysterious and disturbing true crime cases in the world. Meshel Laurie is a true crime obsessive, and with the help of expert interviews with writers, victim/survivors, investigators and perpetrators, she probes the underbelly of our towns and suburbs, and uncovers the darkness at the heart of Australian life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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