If you are a long time listener of Our Little Edey then you would be aware of the allegations of systemic failings within Tasmanian police. In this episode of Badge of Betrayal we sit down with “Tom,” a current serving senior Tasmanian police officer who risks his career to speak candidly about the culture inside Taspol. Across a covert, one-off meeting, Tom reveals why allegations of family violence, sexual misconduct, and predatory behavior inside the force are now “at epidemic levels,” and why systems meant to stop offenders like Paul Reynolds failed for decades.

He walks us through internal cases never heard publicly, the politics behind the Wies Inquiry, and why he believes the truth about Reynolds and those who protected him still hasn’t fully surfaced.

This chapter pulls back the curtain on the hidden pressures, the fear of breaking ranks, and the consequences faced by officers who dare to speak out.

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New online comments reignite debate around Eden’s death. We revisit witness accounts, examine public records, and separate what’s known from what remains unresolved.

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In the final episode of 2025, we speak with Jason and Amanda about the devastating fire that tore through St Helens and the surrounding East Coast, threatening homes, livelihoods, and a community already carrying deep scars.

Jason and Amanda reflect on the recent passing of Eden’s Law, the weight of grief that continues to shape their family, and the renewed push for answers surrounding Eden’s death.

We also address new allegations concerning Paul Reynolds, which have emerged following the release of the podcast Badge of Betrayal — allegations that raise serious questions about historical conduct, oversight, and why Eden’s case remains unresolved more than a decade on.

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In Our Little Edey, you’ve heard about disgraced former police officer Paul Reynolds, who took his own life while under investigation for grooming and child sexual offences.

For almost three years, we’ve believed there was much more that needed to be examined, not only in how he handled this case, but across his nearly forty-year career with Tasmania Police.

In this exclusive sneak peek, made especially for listeners of Our Little Edey, we reveal details of our new investigation  and how you can be among the first to hear what we uncover next.

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Thursday, 11 September, was a monumental day for the Westbrook family in their search for the truth about what really happened to their 15-year-old daughter.

This episode captures that powerful moment — and looks ahead to what comes next.

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In this episode, we have new information that we can finally share about a hairband that was found at the location of Eden's death. 

Plus Jacqui Lambie raises Eden's case again in the senate.

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August 11th is Eden Westbrook’s 26th birthday, her family isn’t lighting candles — they’re still chasing the truth. For years, Jason and Amanda Westbrook have fought political red tape, silence, and shifting governments to uncover what really happened to their daughter. As Tasmania stalls on a bill that could finally open the case, this episode marks another year without closure — and a family refusing to stop asking questions.

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In this short bonus episode, we share an unexpected twist at the 11th hour: the parliamentary bill that, if passed, would grant Jason and Amanda access to Eden’s autopsy photos has taken a shocking turn. 
 

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In this episode, hear a moment that is a monumental step for the Westbrook family, and a social media post opens up a fresh set of questions.

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In this powerful episode, Jason and Amanda Westbrook react to the latest findings in Dr Byron Collins’ preliminary report on Eden’s death and the surrounding allegations. Plus, encouraging news from the Tasmanian Attorney-General and one of Australia’s leading barristers gives the family renewed hope in their search for the truth.

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This episode contains discussion of suicide, death, child abuse, and investigative failures. Listener discretion is advised.

Forensic pathologist Dr. Byron Collins returns with a preliminary report into the death of Eden Westbrook — and raises serious concerns. Despite decades of experience, Dr. Collins says he’s never seen a case where critical evidence like autopsy photos has been withheld to this extent.

In this episode, he questions the original cause of death, highlights unusual injuries, and outlines key procedures that were missed — including the failure to take genital swabs or thoroughly examine the scene.

Working pro bono for the Westbrook family, Dr. Collins makes one thing clear: this case needs to be reinvestigated.

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