Victoria’s maximum-security women’s prison
Patterson has begun appeal against convictions for murdering three relatives and attempting to murder another after a lunch at her rural Leongatha home in July 2023. Prosecutors argue the 33-year non-parole period is manifestly inadequate and should be longer or that parole should be ruled out. The appeals touch on trial conduct, evidence and sentencing, with judges reserving decisions.
A set of weight-loss drugs known as GLP-1s show strong average effectiveness, but a notable minority of patients experience little to no weight loss. Researchers are investigating why responses vary, aiming to tailor treatments and improve cost-effectiveness.