The Daily Aus Headlines: Erin Patterson to appeal guilty verdict
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Oct 2, 2025 Erin Patterson plans to appeal her life sentence, sparking interest in her controversial case. A landmark defence treaty between Papua New Guinea and Australia has been signed, enhancing regional security. Tragic news emerges from Indonesia as dozens of children are trapped after a school collapse. On a positive note, UNESCO has expanded its biosphere reserves, now protecting 5% of the planet and boosting global conservation efforts. Tune in for these compelling updates and more!
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Patterson Case And Appeal Plans
- Erin Patterson was found guilty of three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder after serving relatives a beef wellington containing death cap mushrooms.
- She was sentenced to three life terms with a 33-year non-parole period and has new legal representation preparing an appeal.
PNG Signs Defence Treaty With Australia
- Papua New Guinea approved a landmark defence treaty to deepen military ties with Australia and recognise armed attacks on either country as a security threat.
- The pact expands recruitment pathways for PNG citizens into the Australian Defence Force and aims to stabilise the region amid concerns about China's presence.
Indonesian School Collapse Severity
- Dozens of children remained trapped after a multi-storey boarding school in East Java collapsed while extra floors were being added.
- Rescuers pulled survivors but expect to dig an underground tunnel to reach roughly 60 people still trapped under rubble.