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Wednesday Headlines: Albo still ahead as preferred PM, newly-elected Canadian PM sends strong message to Trump, rental affordability has never been worse in Australia, ultra-processed foods could be causing more deaths than fentanyl, and Harry Potter actor says he’s surprised at the amount of backlash.
Deep Dive: Inside the mushroom murder trial
A regional Victorian town is in the global spotlight this week as the murder trial of Erin Patterson gets underway.
Patterson first made headlines in 2023 when three people died and another person was hospitalised after eating a Beef Wellington at her Leongatha home.
In this episode of The Briefing, Tara Cassidy speaks to ABC journalist Stephen Stockwell, who’s covering the trial, about why this case has captivated the world and what we can expect from the weeks ahead.
Further Listening from the headlines:
- EXCLUSIVE: Peter Dutton responds to fake Nazi image, backflips and being underdog
- The ugly truth about your delicious bacon sandwich
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