Episode 015 - The Death of Azaria Chamberlain (1980)

The disappearance of Azaria Chamberlain in 1980 shocked Australia and became one of the most controversial and tragic cases in the country’s history. Just nine weeks old, Azaria was taken from her family’s campsite in the Northern Territory by a dingo, according to her mother Lindy Chamberlain. Despite the lack of physical evidence, Lindy was wrongfully convicted of her daughter’s murder, a conviction that was later overturned after new evidence came to light. The case sparked public outcry and raised important questions about the justice system and the treatment of parents in high-profile cases.

Join Holly & Matthew as they explore the complex and heartbreaking case of Azaria Chamberlain, uncovering the tragic events and the long fight for justice.


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Sources cited:

• Kim, Jen. 2015. "Is there a right way to grieve?" Psychology Today, August 31. Accessed August 17, 2021. https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/valley-girl-brain/201508/is-there-right-way-grieve.
• Johnstone, Brian. 1982. "All the makings of a classic whodunnit." The Age, October 30. Accessed August 17, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20070904010038/http://150.theage.com.au/view_bestofarticle.asp?straction=update&inttype=1&intid=884.
• Barrington, George. 1801. A Sequel to Barrington's Voyage to New South Wales. London: C. Lowndes.
• AAP. 2014. "US film critical of Chamberlain coverage." The West Australian, November 18. Accessed August 17, 2021. https://thewest.com.au/entertainment/movies/us-film-critical-of-chamberlain-coverage-ng-ya-381057.

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