Erin Patterson appeal: prosecutors seek life in prison without parole for triple murderer – as it happened

Case against Erin Patterson is ‘overwhelming’ and mushroom killer’s appeal should be dismissed, prosecutors say Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Kissane says Jenny Hosking, from Corrections Victoria, told the court that Patterson’s placement in Dame Phyllis Frost Centre’s Gordon unit – a protected area – was reviewed monthly. He says Patterson has access to the prison’s library and leisure centre. During cross-examination last year, Hosking said that this time was limited due to staff shortages causing prison lockdowns. Kissane says the court heard evidence that inside her cell Patterson has a computer and material for crocheting. Kissane acknowledges Patterson’s prison conditions are “not a perfect environment” but says the evidence does not support Justice Christopher Beale’s conclusion that there is a substantial risk she will be kept in solitary confinement for years to come. Thanks for joining us today. Here’s a reminder of what the court heard. Prosecutors continued arguing against Patterson’s grounds of appeal against her convictions: Crown prosecutor Jeremy McWilliams said there was “no evidence” that Patterson had

Aug 20, 2026 → Aug 20, 2026