Auslan90 | Deep Dive | Mushroom Murder

Published on: 9th October 2025

This is Auslan90 – Deep Dive, produced by Deaf Connect, supported by SBS.

In addition to our Daily news, Deaf Connect produces ‘deep dive’ videos which provide more detail and context to the biggest stories of the week.

Three lives lost. One survivor. A homemade beef Wellington lunch that shocked Australia – and the world. In 2023, Erin Patterson served a meal containing mushrooms at her home in Victoria. Now, she’s been convicted for the fatal poisoning case that made international headlines.

This video outlines the key developments, from the lunch that turned deadly to the investigation, arrest and eventual trial. Confused by the timeline?

Watch now to understand a clear breakdown of this extraordinary case.

Image credited to Getty Images.

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