The Case Of

02 Sharon’s Disappearance | What Robert Fulton stood to lose

Sharon Fulton was looking into divorcing her husband months before her disappearance. He stood to lose everything. Was this a motive for murder?In this episode, Perth reporter David Weber describes what Sharon wanted out of a divorce. David also explains the defence argument she may have been a victim of Perth serial killers 'The Birnies', and her son's attempt to find the truth.If you have any questions you'd like David and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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01 Sharon’s Disappearance | No body, no weapon, no crime?

Sharon Fulton dropped her three-year-old son at daycare in Perth's north and never returned to pick him up. Forty years later, her husband Robert Fulton is charged with murder.In this series, Perth court reporter, David Weber, retells the trial of Raymond Reddington — formerly Robert Fulton.If you have any questions you'd like David and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

22 min

INTRODUCING: What Became of Jack?

Jack McLennan went missing in October 2024 from Ficks Crossing, a small town in southeast Queensland. A few of his personal belongings have been found scattered kilometers apart; a pair of cheap trainers, a hat and wallet, but no sign of Jack.In this episode of The Case Of, we retrace his last moments with Rob Burgin, the host of the ABC's latest Unravel series: What Became of Jack?If you have any information on Jack's disappearance, email the Unravel team at unraveltruecrime@abc.net.auThe Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

28 min

Mushroom Lunch: Why Erin Patterson is appealing & what next

Erin Patterson’s appeal against her three murder convictions has been scheduled for August 19. Why? We thought you might need a refresher. In this episode we revisit the grounds of appeal with Melbourne Court reporter, Kristian Silva – taking you into the Mushroom Case Daily archives to remind you of the grounds Patterson is appealing her conviction on. The prosecution’s appeal for a longer sentence will also begin on August 19 at the Court of Appeal. If you have any questions you’d like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

27 min

Porepunkah police shooting: The final moments

Leading Senior Constable Neal Thompson and Senior Constable Vadim de Waart-Hottart were killed by Dezi Freeman in August 2025. Now, the Victorian state coroner has shared new details about their final moments. Wodonga reporter Ashlee Aldridge was one of the first reporters on the ground in Porepunkah when the officers were killed. She pieces together the events based on the coroner’s information and her own recollection of that day. PLUS: We’ve got the latest on Erin Patterson’s appeal against her three murder convictions, likely to be heard later this year. More detail is available in our episode Mushroom Lunch: Erin Patterson’s appeal explained. If you have any questions you’d like Ashlee and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

26 min

Dezi Freeman: How the fugitive was killed

Dezi Freeman - wanted for the murder of two police officers - was shot and killed in March this year. More details of that day have now been revealed in the Coroner’s court. Wodonga reporter Ashlee Aldridge knows the area well, and reveals for the first time the police’s version of events presented to the inquest into the fugitive’s death. If you have any questions you’d like Ashlee and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

28 min

What is going on with Samantha Murphy’s case?

We’ve been getting a lot of emails asking if we’re going to cover the case Samantha Murphy, the Ballarat jogger who went missing on the morning of February 4, 2024. Ballarat reporter Laura Mayers joins the pod to explain the story up to here, and where the proceedings stand. We also let you in on a few other big cases we have on our radar, heading to court later in the year. If you have any questions, you’d like Laura and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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16 The Two Intruders | A second sting and a cancer diagnosis

A defendant's cancer diagnosis can now be revealed, along with details of a second police sting that helped link one of the intruders to the crime scene.Reporter Elizabteth Byrne explains how she campaigned the court to release more information about the two intruders, including previously suppressed stories of knuckle dusters, cable ties and a truckload of stolen cigarettes.Liz and James Vyver return to the pod to talk through the revelations.If you have any questions for Liz, James or Stocky you'd like answered in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

28 min

03 Maree Crabtree | What did the note mean?

A strange note found in Jonathan Crabtree's rubbish bin was one of the final pieces of evidence the jury saw.ABC Brisbane court reporter Talissa Siganto reveals what it said, and the role it may have played in the jury finding Maree Crabtree not guilty of murdering her son.If you have any questions you'd like Talissa and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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02 Maree Crabtree | Mother vs daughter

Maree Crabtree's daughter Tara gave critical evidence in the murder case — but she did so with one condition.Brisbane court reporter Talissa Siganto explains what deal was done in order for Tara to turn crown witness.If you have any questions you'd like Talissa and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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Isla Bell: Why her alleged murder case collapsed

Isla Bell met a man, never came home, then her body was found in a tip. But now, no one will face charges for her death — why?Reporter Kristian Silva explains the timeline of the Brunswick teenager's death and the investigation that followed, leading to a shocking change from the Office of Public Prosecutions.If you have any questions you'd like Kristian and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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01 | Maree Crabtree | A mother tried for murder

Maree Crabtree was accused of killing her son with a drug laced-smoothie, in a murder trial which ended this week.Brisbane reporter Talissa Siganto joins Stocky to explain how the trial unfolded and why Maree's daughter was central to the jury's decision in this case.If you have any questions you'd like Talissa and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

21 min

14 Croc Wrangler | Matt Wright out of jail

After five months in prison, croc wrangler Matt Wright announced his release from jail via an Instagram post. Darwin reporter, Olivana Loutharis returns to the pod to explain how it all unfolded. The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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15 The Two Intruders | We talk to Irma’s grandson

In all the trials we've covered, we've never heard directly from a victim or their family. This episode we change that.Irma Palasics's grandson, John Mikita, joins the pod to reveal his thoughts on the verdict, and describe the Irma and Gregor Palasics he knew and loved.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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Kumanjayi Little Baby: Heartbreak at Alice Springs courthouse

Five days after Kumanjayi Little Baby's body was found, her accused murderer has been called to court in Alice Springs.Reporter Olivana Lathouris attended the hearing and told Stocky about the scenes in court and across town, where the Walpiri community has begun its sorry business.If you have any questions you'd like Oli and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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14 The Two Intruders | What we really think

From the evidence we think convicted Irma's killers to what haunts us most from this trial — it's time to tell you what we really think.As we await sentencing, Elizabeth Byrne and James Vyver sit down with Stocky to reflect on the case and the verdict.If you have any questions for Liz, James or Stocky you'd like answered in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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13 The Two Intruders | What the jury didn’t hear

An undercover trip to Hungary was a key part of the Irma Palasics murder investigation – and just one of the things the jury never heard about.In this episode, Elizabeth Byrne and James Vyver reveal some of the most fascinating parts of the case that we weren't able to discuss until after a verdict was delivered.If you have any questions for Liz, James or Stocky you'd like answered in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

28 min

Ben Roberts-Smith: How he got bail

As soon as special forces veteran Ben Roberts-Smith was arrested for alleged war crimes, you started to email us. Now he's been released on bail and we didn't want to leave you hanging.In this episode, the ABC's legal affairs reporter Jamie McKinnell explains the arguments heard in court, why bail was granted and the eye-watering security that was paid on Ben Roberts-Smith's behalf.Catch up on Jamie's reporting of this case here: Former soldier Ben Roberts-Smith granted bail over alleged war crime of murder offences — ABC NewsIndemnified soldiers give evidence in Ben Roberts-Smith case, documents show — ABC NewsIf you have any questions you'd like Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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12 The Two Intruders | The thing about the ‘Mr Big’ sting

You asked, and now we can finally unpack the controversial undercover operation that police used to pursue Steve Fabriczy — a 'Mr Big' sting.In this episode, Elizabeth Byrne and ABC Unravel reporter Alicia Bridges explain how the method works, its weaknesses, and why it has faced restrictions in other countries.If you have any questions you'd like Liz, and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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11 The Two Intruders | Verdict

After five days of deliberations, the jury has decided whether Steve Fabriczy and Joseph Vekony are guilty of murdering Irma Palasics.In this episode, Elizabeth Byrne and James Vyver take us inside the courtroom as the jury return their verdict and talk through the key evidence which led to their decision.If you have any questions you'd like Liz, James and Stocky to answer in future episodes, please email thecaseof@abc.net.au.The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.

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Episodes

02 Sharon’s Disappearance | What Robert Fulton stood to lose

01 Sharon’s Disappearance | No body, no weapon, no crime?

INTRODUCING: What Became of Jack?

Mushroom Lunch: Why Erin Patterson is appealing & what next

Porepunkah police shooting: The final moments

Dezi Freeman: How the fugitive was killed

What is going on with Samantha Murphy’s case?

16 The Two Intruders | A second sting and a cancer diagnosis

03 Maree Crabtree | What did the note mean?

02 Maree Crabtree | Mother vs daughter

Isla Bell: Why her alleged murder case collapsed

01 | Maree Crabtree | A mother tried for murder

14 Croc Wrangler | Matt Wright out of jail

15 The Two Intruders | We talk to Irma’s grandson

Kumanjayi Little Baby: Heartbreak at Alice Springs courthouse

14 The Two Intruders | What we really think

13 The Two Intruders | What the jury didn’t hear

Ben Roberts-Smith: How he got bail

12 The Two Intruders | The thing about the ‘Mr Big’ sting

11 The Two Intruders | Verdict

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Episodes

02 Sharon’s Disappearance | What Robert Fulton stood to lose

01 Sharon’s Disappearance | No body, no weapon, no crime?

INTRODUCING: What Became of Jack?

Mushroom Lunch: Why Erin Patterson is appealing & what next

Porepunkah police shooting: The final moments

Dezi Freeman: How the fugitive was killed

What is going on with Samantha Murphy’s case?

16 The Two Intruders | A second sting and a cancer diagnosis

03 Maree Crabtree | What did the note mean?

02 Maree Crabtree | Mother vs daughter

Isla Bell: Why her alleged murder case collapsed

01 | Maree Crabtree | A mother tried for murder

14 Croc Wrangler | Matt Wright out of jail

15 The Two Intruders | We talk to Irma’s grandson

Kumanjayi Little Baby: Heartbreak at Alice Springs courthouse

14 The Two Intruders | What we really think

13 The Two Intruders | What the jury didn’t hear

Ben Roberts-Smith: How he got bail

12 The Two Intruders | The thing about the ‘Mr Big’ sting

11 The Two Intruders | Verdict

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