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Australian True Crime

Bravecasting
Domestic Violence
Australia
True Crime
Mental Health
Forced Adoptions
Trauma
Victoria Police
Child Sexual Assault
Melbourne
Youth Crime
Lachie Jones
Wollongong
Femicide
Delphi Murders
Australian True Crime
Bali Bombings
Lifeline
Kelly Williams
Erin Patterson
Frank Arkell

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... more

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Twelve days later, police allege her est... more

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Just days before she was killed, Sara Gilson posted a TikTok saying she was preparing for the day Netflix made a ... more

Australia is in the middle of a difficult conversation about violence. From youth crime to knife attacks and domestic violence, politicians, police and communities are all searching for answers.

So what if one country has already been through this,... more

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.

Australia is in the middle of a difficult conversation about violence. From youth crime to knife attacks and dome... more

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Lex Lasry
Former justice, Supreme Court of Victoria; now hosts Law The Podcast with Greg Barns
Law The Podcast (with Greg Barns)
Episode: A Judge’s Perspective on Murder Trials
Abi Rajkumar
Vice President of the Criminal Lawyers Association of the Northern Territory
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Episode: Introducing Law The Podcast: Child Protection in the Northern Territory
Kayla Brantley
Crime correspondent with The Daily Mail based in New York City
Daily Mail
Episode: The Murdaugh Murders - ATC International
Rochelle Jackson
Author and journalist, author of Partners in Crime
Author
Episode: Re-Issue: Meet the WAGS - #178
Belinda Bates
Former prison guard; advocate; collaborates with Pete on survivor support
Pete Bates Project
Episode: Shortcut: 10 Red Flags You're Living With a Dangerous Man
Ray Mooney
Australian author, lecturer, and former prisoner who speaks about his experiences in Pentridge and his later work
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Episode: Inside Pentridge Prison with Ray Mooney
Pete Bates
Founder of The Pete Bates Project
The Pete Bates Project
Episode: From Prison to Preventing Violence Against Women
Anthony Macklin
Former Detective Inspector, NSW Police Force
NSW Police Force
Episode: Shortcut: The Search Warrant That Turned into a Siege
Tracy Brocco
Foundation board member, Murder Has A Name
Murder Has A Name
Episode: True Crime Tonight: This Month in Crime History

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Meshel Laurie
Host of Australian True Crime
Michelle Laurie
Host of the show

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 14.4k ratings
  • One of the best true crime pods out there!

    I have learnt so much about how the justice system works in Australia and other countries. Meshel is a great host who can connect with anyone. Survivors are treated with dignity and compassion, and perpetrators are always held to account. The podcast covers so many different topics within the broad world of true crime! Shout out to Matty behind the scenes! Please never stop making interesting and diverse content. I look forward to every episode! :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mooganification
    Australiaa month ago
  • Idaho four

    Need to research more - clearly you hadn’t

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nick Name#6
    Australiaa month ago
  • Elly

    Why was she on her own, at a young age, in such a dangerous country? Obviously something bad would happen! Have had a look at excerpts from the dad’s book, well-meaning but poorly written, rambling and not convincing, shall not be buying it

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    LaCreve
    Australiaa month ago
  • To and from

    For some odd reason I find this podcast in general to be relaxing, so informative, questioning, no nonsense, and the presenter has a lovely tone of voice. Thank you for your continued attention to detail.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunnie me
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • What’s the point

    I don’t understand why you have the lawyer Lauren Cassimatis on to discuss the Katherine Knight case when she doesn’t even have the correct facts. The host had to keep promoting and correcting her. It’s giving desperate for show ideas!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ALLJ80
    Australia2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Appreciates survivor-focused perspectives and careful handling of dark subjects.
Some listeners feel coverage can be biased or sensational at times; requests for more critical balance.
High-quality analysis and credible guests; engaging true crime discussions.
Occasional criticism about episode pacing or guest selection.
Balanced, empathetic interview style with strong guest questions.

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The Murdaugh Murders - ATC International
Q: How would you describe this story in a nutshell?
Kayla outlines a high-profile family scandal that started with a double homicide and spiraled into a broader pattern of alleged financial crimes, cover-ups, and legal turmoil, culminating in a retrial and questions about jury influence and new evidence.
A Judge’s Perspective on Murder Trials
Q: Are we still closely related to the British legal system, or have we fully developed our own path?
Our system still mirrors the British framework in many ways, but we have developed our own practices and added reforms such as more nuanced domestic violence considerations and transparent recording of interrogations.
A Judge’s Perspective on Murder Trials
Q: What do you think your legacy will be in legal circles?
If I had to guess, it would be that I fought hard against death penalty approaches and advocated for measured, principled sentencing, even when it was politically controversial.
A Judge’s Perspective on Murder Trials
Q: How do you psych yourself up for delivering a sentencing remark in a high-stakes trial?
I take breaths just before walking onto the bench, remind myself it's a part of the process, and concentrate on presenting the reasons in a clear, measured way so the room understands and the law is applied fairly.
Shortcut: From Prison to Preventing Violence Against Women
Q: Can you talk a bit about your background and what you experienced growing up?
The guest describes a childhood shaped by violence and control, illustrating how coercive dynamics extended into adulthood and influenced his own path toward rehabilitation and helping others.

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What is Australian True Crime about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A staple in true crime storytelling, this show consistently features expert interviews with writers, investigators, victim/survivors, and occasionally perpetrators to unpack Australian crime, police work, and courtroom dynamics. Episodes often explore organized crime, high-profile cases, media influence, and survivor perspectives, with a balanced emphasis on empathy for victims and rigorous analysis of evidence and procedures. A notable strength is bringing criminology and investigative insights into accessible conversations, sometimes tackling international angles and fresh angles on familiar Australian cases. For prospective listeners and potential guests, the show offers in-depth, thoughtful conversations with credible guests across law,... more

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2. Abi Rajkumar
3. Kayla Brantley
4. Rochelle Jackson
5. Belinda Bates
6. Ray Mooney
7. Pete Bates
8. Anthony Macklin

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