The Teacher’s Pet subject Chris Dawson loses murder conviction appeal

Chris Dawson has suffered another humiliation, losing an appeal against his conviction for the 1982 murder of his wife Lynette in 1982.

This is an episode of The Australian's daily news podcast, The Front. 

Chris Dawson has suffered another humiliation, losing an appeal against his conviction for the 1982 murder of his wife Lynette in 1982.

Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app.

This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak.

This is an episode of The Australian's daily news podcast, The Front. 
Chris Dawson has suffered another humiliation, losing an appeal against his conviction for the 1982 murder of his wife Lynette in 1982.
Find out more about The Front podcast <a href="https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10">here</a>. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's <a href="https://www.theaustralian.com.au/">website</a> or on The Australian’s app.
This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak.

From The Front: Chris Dawson is staying in jail

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Listen to episode 1 of BRONWYN

The Teacher's Pet creator Hedley Thomas returns with a new podcast investigation for The Australian.   Subscribers to The Australian and registered users hear episodes of ‘Bronwyn’ first.

The Teacher's Pet creator Hedley Thomas returns with a new podcast investigation for The Australian. 

Subscribers to The Australian and registered users hear episodes of ‘Bronwyn’ first. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more at bronwynpodcast.com

The Teacher's Pet creator Hedley Thomas returns with a new podcast investigation for The Australian. 
Subscribers to The Australian and registered users hear episodes of ‘Bronwyn’ first. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more at <a href="https://www.theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn">bronwynpodcast.com</a>

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Hedley Thomas Bronwyn podcast investigation released by The Australian

Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 – and the man behind The Teacher’s Pet is on the case.

Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 – and the man behind The Teacher’s Pet is on the case.  

Go to theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn to listen. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more.

This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.

Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 – and the man behind The Teacher’s Pet is on the case.  
Go to <a href="https://www.theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn">theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn</a> to listen. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more.
This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.

From The Front: Hedley Thomas’ new cold case podcast, 'Bronwyn'

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Chris Dawson murder conviction appeal gets underway in NSW Supreme Court

Christopher Michael Dawson has launched an appeal, arguing Justice Ian Harrison got it wrong — and claiming he’s not guilty of Lyn’s murder.

Christopher Michael Dawson has launched an appeal, arguing Justice Ian Harrison got it wrong — and claiming he’s not guilty of Lyn’s murder. 

The Front is covering the NSW Supreme Court proceedings every day. Find out more about it here, or keep up to date on The Australian's website and app.

This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.

Christopher Michael Dawson has launched an appeal, arguing Justice Ian Harrison got it wrong — and claiming he’s not guilty of Lyn’s murder. 
The Front is covering the NSW Supreme Court proceedings every day. Find out more about it <a href="https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10">here,</a> or keep up to date on The Australian's <a href="https://www.theaustralian.com.au/">website</a> and app.
This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.

From The Front: The Teacher's Appeal

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Hedley Thomas The Teacher's Pet book: In conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winner Raymond Bonner

Hedley Thomas sits down with Pulitzer Prize-winner and former NYT foreign correspondent Raymond Bonner to discuss his new book, The Teacher's Pet.

Hedley Thomas sits down with Pulitzer Prize-winner and former NYT foreign correspondent Raymond Bonner to discuss his new book, The Teacher's Pet, at Bookoccino book shop on Sydney's Northern Beaches. 

The book is published by Pan Macmillan and is available at all good bookstores, and wherever you get audiobooks. 

Hedley Thomas sits down with Pulitzer Prize-winner and former NYT foreign correspondent Raymond Bonner to discuss his new book, The Teacher's Pet, at Bookoccino book shop on Sydney's Northern Beaches. 
The book is published by Pan Macmillan and is available at all good bookstores, and wherever you get audiobooks.

Bonus episode: Hedley Thomas talks The Teacher's Pet with Raymond Bonner

The Teacher's Pet podcast creator Hedley Thomas talks to I Catch Killers podcast host Gary Jubelin about Lynette Dawson

In this special episode of I Catch Killers, Hedley Thomas shares his personal connection to Lyn Dawson’s story with host Gary Jubelin.

Lynette Dawson, now remembered as Lynette Simms, went missing from her Bayview home in 1982. But it would take another 40 years for her husband Chris Dawson to be convicted of her murder.

In this special episode of the I Catch Killers podcast, Hedley Thomas shares his  personal connection to Lyn’s story with host Gary Jubelin.

Lynette Dawson, now remembered as Lynette Simms, went missing from her Bayview home in 1982. But it would take another 40 years for her husband Chris Dawson to be convicted of her murder.
In this special episode of the I Catch Killers podcast, Hedley Thomas shares his  personal connection to Lyn’s story with host Gary Jubelin.

From I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin: Remembering Lynette with Hedley Thomas (Part 2)

The Teacher's Pet podcast creator Hedley Thomas talks to I Catch Killers host Gary Jubelin about his Chris Dawson investigation

In this special episode of the I Catch Killers podcast, Hedley Thomas joins host Gary Jubelin to discuss Lynette Dawson’s disappearance.

A school teacher, a missing wife, and the student caught in the middle. The Teacher’s Pet was the podcast that captivated the world.

In this special episode of the I Catch Killers podcast, award-winning journalist Hedley Thomas joins host Gary Jubelin to discuss the ins and outs of the investigation into Lynette Dawson’s disappearance — ultimately landing murderer Chris Dawson behind bars.

A school teacher, a missing wife, and the student caught in the middle. The Teacher’s Pet was the podcast that captivated the world.
In this special episode of the I Catch Killers podcast, award-winning journalist Hedley Thomas joins host Gary Jubelin to discuss the ins and outs of the investigation into Lynette Dawson’s disappearance — ultimately landing murderer Chris Dawson behind bars.

From I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin: Catching A Killer with Hedley Thomas (Part 1)

Hedley Thomas reads the first chapter of The Teacher's Pet, a memoir about the making of the smash-hit podcast

Journalist Hedley Thomas has written a memoir about the making of The Teacher’s Pet podcast. Hear him read the first chapter.

Listen to Hedley Thomas reading Chapter 1 of his new book, The Teacher's Pet.

The book is published by Pan Macmillan and is available at all good bookstores, and wherever you get audiobooks. 

Listen to Hedley Thomas reading Chapter 1 of his new book, The Teacher's Pet.
The book is published by Pan Macmillan and is available at all good bookstores, and wherever you get audiobooks.

Bonus episode: Hedley reads Chapter 1 of his new book, The Teacher's Pet

Chris Dawson sentenced to 3 years in Teacher’s Pet carnal knowledge trial in NSW District Court

Grey, shrunken and hiding his face, Chris Dawson is sentenced for unlawful carnal knowledge of a schoolgirl. Hedley Thomas joins us.

Grey, shrunken and hiding his face, Chris Dawson is sentenced for unlawful carnal knowledge of a schoolgirl. Hedley Thomas joins us.

Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store.

This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak.

Grey, shrunken and hiding his face, Chris Dawson is sentenced for unlawful carnal knowledge of a schoolgirl. Hedley Thomas joins us.
Find out more about The Front podcast <a href="https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10">here</a> and read about this story and more on The Australian's <a href="https://www.theaustralian.com.au/">website</a> or search for The Australian in your app store.
This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak.

From The Front: Three more years for Chris Dawson

The Teacher’s Pet creator Hedley Thomas and David Murray in conversation

Hedley Thomas, Claire Harvey and David Murray reveal how our smash-hit podcasts get made.

Hedley Thomas, Claire Harvey and David Murray reveal how our smash-hit podcasts get made.

Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store.

This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.

Hedley Thomas, Claire Harvey and David Murray reveal how our smash-hit podcasts get made.
Find out more about The Front podcast <a href="https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10">here</a> and read about this story and more on The Australian's <a href="https://www.theaustralian.com.au/">website</a> or search for The Australian in your app store.
This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.

The Front:  Inside podcasting with Hedley Thomas and David Murray

Lyn and Chris Dawson appear to have the perfect marriage. He's a star footballer and popular high school teacher. She's a devoted wife and mother. They share a beautiful home above Sydney's northern beaches. But when Lyn goes missing, dark secrets are buried. This is no fairytale, but a sordid story of strangely close twin brothers, teenage student lovers, and probable murder. The Australian's Hedley Thomas digs deep into a cold case which has been unsolved for 36 years, uncovering startling new evidence.

The Teacher's Pet

The Australian's Hedley Thomas digs deep into a cold case which has been unsolved for 36 years, uncovering startling new evidence.

The Teacher's Pet

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