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Court of appeal to decide Erin Patterson's fate in mushroom murder case

The Victorian Supreme Court will hear two appeals in the high‑profile Australian mushroom triple‑murder case from 10 a.m., according to The Guardian.

By The News Engine Desk Based on reporting by The Guardian

30 Oct 2026, 04:19 IST 1 min read 0 views

Image accompanying the story: Court of appeal to decide Erin Patterson's fate in mushroom murder case — Image: Photograph: Getty Images · via The Guardian

The Victorian Supreme Court will hear two appeals in the high‑profile Australian mushroom triple‑murder case from 10 a.m., according to The Guardian. Erin Patterson is expected to learn whether a retrial will be ordered or if a longer jail term will be imposed. Reporters noted that only a handful of the victims’ families are present in court, a contrast to the August hearings when more representatives attended. "It has its harsh aspect to it, of course, we accept that. But in our submission that is not a matter that is outweighed by the seriousness of the offending," the outlet quoted a submission.

The appeal will determine whether the original convictions stand or if the case will be revisited, potentially altering Patterson’s sentence. Observers are waiting outside the courtroom as the decisions are prepared for announcement.