Overview

• Patterson took the stand this week after the prosecution rested, becoming the first defence witness in her own trial.
• She testified that her marriage to Simon Patterson was ‘functional’ but lacked the banter and closeness they once shared.
• Patterson told jurors her children were living with her full time in July 2023 and could see their father whenever they wanted.
• Her examination focused on growing tensions with in-laws Don and Gail Patterson in the months leading up to the alleged poisoning.
• Approximately 20 journalists fill the media room at Morwell’s Latrobe Valley law courts each day, with six drawn by ballot to enter the courtroom.