Our Little Edey – The Eden Westbrook Story

In this episode, we examine how institutions respond when serious allegations emerge inside their own ranks. Drawing on Right to Information documents, parliamentary records and broadcast interviews, we trace the timeline that led to a full police funeral for the late Paul Reynolds in September 2018 at a time when professional standards investigations were already underway. This is not a story about assigning personal blame, but about process, timing and decision-making, and how actions taken in the moment can be judged very differently years later. If this episode is triggering, please pause and seek support.  Lifeline: 13 11 14 — https://www.lifeline.org.au Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 — https://kidshelpline.com.au 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 — https://www.1800respect.org.au If you have information that you would like to share, email us anonymously at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of alleged child sexual abuse and institutional violence. Some content may be distressing. Listener discretion is advised. Support resources are listed in the show notes. In this episode of Badge of Betrayal, we return to Alysha, the whistleblower who helped expose abuse at Tasmania’s Ashley Youth Detention Centre. For the first time, we also hear from a former detainee, now an adult, who speaks anonymously about his experiences inside the centre. His voice has been altered and identifying details removed. This conversation was approached with care, expert guidance, and a clear public-interest purpose. It explores power, accountability, and the lasting impact of institutional failure  while centring the courage it takes to speak when silence once felt safer. If this episode is triggering, please pause and seek support.  Lifeline: 13 11 14 — https://www.lifeline.org.au Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 — https://kidshelpline.com.au 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 — https://www.1800respect.org.au If you have information that you would like to share, email us anonymously at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks for listening to Our Little Edey, regular listeners will know the background of Paul Reynolds the disgraced police officer who helped investigate Eden's death.  Many of you have asked if we could share more of the show in this feed some over the next few weeks, we will share the most relevant to the Eden Westbrook story. To hear all the episodes, you can follow the show on the app your listening to now - it’s called Badge of Betrayal   Seven referrals. Five known to police before 2024. Two still active. As insiders speak anonymously and integrity reforms are proposed, the question remains: does Tasmania need a Commission of Inquiry to uncover what still hasn’t been told? If you have information that you would like to share, email us anonymously at [email protected] If you’d like to hear episodes ad-free and early, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts. If this episode has raised difficult feelings for you, support is available: You can have your say on the Integrity Commission Amended Bill Proposal hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

***This episode contains strong language and discusses themes that may be confronting for some listeners.We’ve chosen to include these moments as they were said, because they reflect the raw emotion and reality of what this family has experienced.” It’s been more than a decade since Eden’s death but for her family, nothing about this has settled. In this episode, we return to Jason and Amanda as they open up about where things stand today  from building a new home with their own hands, to the ongoing toll of rumours, online attacks, and a community that remains deeply divided. You’ll hear the anger that still sits just beneath the surface… frustration at misinformation, at people questioning their story, and at a system they believe still hasn’t delivered answers. At the same time, there are moments of strength of rebuilding, of family, and of a refusal to be silenced after all these years. This is a raw and unfiltered conversation about what it’s like to keep going… when the truth still feels out of reach. If you want to hear our new podcast Badge of Betrayal you can follow the show on Apple Podcasts  or SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. If you want to listen to our new podcast around disgraced police officer Paul Reynolds follow the show Listen to Badge of Betrayal here  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. You can join the waitlist here  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   If you have information you would like to share with us, email here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trigger Warning: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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Two individuals have come forward independently with allegations that another police officer is a pedophile. Larry (not his real name) mentions four people who have made similar allegations. Meanwhile, Christine, who served as a civilian in the police force, speaks about her experiences with disgraced pedophile cop Paul Reynolds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On February 18th, 2015, Eden Jade Westbrook passed away. Ten years on, two vigils are taking place in St Helens and Hobart, with her family speaking. In this special episode, we bring you those heartfelt tributes. If you want to help, please sign the petition here  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been almost 2 years since we first sat with Jason and Amanda in the shed in St. Helen's. We arrived back in the tiny seaside town again, and this time its a completely different feeling. There's more support, more questions, and more people coming forward and willing to help.  One thing that hasn't changed is that Jason and Amanda Westrbook are still searching for answers.  In less than 7 days it will be 10 years since Eden was found dead.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we head back to ST Helen's, and we sit down with Jacqui Lambie to discuss the issues in the Eden Westbrook case.  It's a no-holds-barred conversation that's very powerful in the hunt for the truth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this first episode of 2025, we explore the compelling reasons why this case must be independently investigated and reopened. Over the next month, we return to St. Helens to visit Jason and Amanda, speak with Jacqui Lambie, and commemorate the 10th anniversary of Eden's death with the family.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The title of this episode is the exact words that Jason Westbrook told me when he informed us about a new letter from the police. In this episode, we hear more about that letter and what's next in the fight for the truth about what happened to Eden Westbrook. almost 10 years ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last night, on the 19th of November 2024, Senator Jacqui Lambie passionately spoke about Eden Westbrook in the Senate and urged the Attorney General to take action. This is a short bonus episode of her speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we sense a glimmer of hope with a recent breakthrough in another case in Tasmania. There are similarities to the case of Helen Bird, who died over 14 years ago and was initially ruled a suicide but has now been confirmed as a murder. The striking similarities in both cases have given Jason and Amanda the chance to ask more questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we explore the various Right to Information requests made regarding the death of Eden Westbrook. We dive into questions surrounding the missing CCTV footage, the girl we’ve named "Kate," and the involvement of disgraced pedophile detective Paul Reynolds in the case.  If you would like to sign the petition to reopen a public inquest into Eden’s death, please do so here. Your support can make a bigger difference than you know.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this very emotional episode, Eden's's brother Dontay, who was 9 at the time of her death, and Sky, who was 11, open up about what it's been like for the family over the past 10 years. We also have an update on the autopsy photo and RTI requests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A year ago,, we were able to review Eden's social media messages, but we were left with no real answers—except for the boy she had been talking to just days before she died. We had more questions, and in this episode, we take a forensic deep dive into her social media. We attempt to speak to this boy nearly 10 years later, and we also revisit other messages Eden received in the days and months following her death. These messages might provide some insight into her state of mind in the lead-up to this tragedy.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, which was recorded live with listeners to the podcast, Jason and Amanda answer your questions. Includes questions about the rope, the current requests for information, and lots of other questions you have asked.  To sign the petition  https://chng.it/bRZmRCfZ2d If you have informaiton or a question please email us [email protected]   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ripple effect of Eden's story is spreading. People are talking and even more are now listening. In this episode, a meeting has provided some hope for Jason and Amanda  Sign the petition here  https://chng.it/bRZmRCfZ2d Join the waitlist for the live podcast recording  https://forms.gle/1xkKNALBeG8WPkoB6 If you haven't yet watched the special, you can see it here:  Watch it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI731Oe45JsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eden would have turned 25 on Sunday, August 11, 2024.  On that day, Jacqui Lambie, took out a full page ad in the Sunday Tasmanian paper, calling for an independent inquest.  In this episode we speak with Jason and Amanda and give you the chance to join us in a live podcast recording. Register for the live podcast here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, a former employee of the coroner's court comes forward to tell us some of her thoughts on the podcast and how she feels some things don’t add up. She has asked to stay anonymous to protect her identity. This episode contains the use of AI voices in some sections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The independent review that investigated police handling of child sexual abuse allegations against former officer Paul Reynolds has now been handed down.  In this episode, we look into its finding and see if there are any links to the Eden Westrbook case   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Outspoken Senator Jacqui Lambie has weighed in on the Tasmanian tragedy of Eden Westbrook, calling on the Attorney-General to intervene and order a public inquest. In this episode, we hear the speech in full, get Jason and Amanda's reactions, and talk to Hobart Mercury Journalist Amber Wilson to understand how Tasmania has reactedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*** CONTENT WARNING*** This episode contains a graphic description of suicide and the manner of death; We urge listener discretion. Thanks to the Under Investigation special a few weeks ago, more people have come forward with information about Eden's death, including in this episode the woman who found Eden's body and reported it to police.  We also cover new information that is new to the Westbrook family.  If you haven't yet watched the special, you can see it here:  Watch it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI731Oe45Js or 9Now: https://www.9now.com.au/under-investigation/season-2024/clip-clxkafz4900020hp4tcxyhzv7        See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we talk with Jason and Amanda and find out the progress of the case. In Amanda's words, "this next month, it feels like everything is coming together."  We also speak to independent forensic pathologist Dr Bryon Collins and ask about those Autopsy Photos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jari Wise lost his life in 2020, and since then, his mother Faith has been petitioning to get an inquest into his death in Tasmania. Finally, earlier this year, she got her wish, We hear her story in this episode and see if there might still be hope for Jason and Amanda in their future hopes to re-open the investigation into Edey's death. If you want to read about the inquest into Jari's death, please see it here  www.magistratescourt.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/759117/Wise-Jari-Finding-SJC-Web-Version.pdf  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we are joined by Amber Wilson, the tasmanian journalist who began the whole search into the truth about Eden's death.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New information has come to light about the arrest of a teacher in Tasmania.  Plus another anonymous contact shares their own daughters story of a teacher grooming her, and a possible connection to the Eden Case.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a while since we released an episode. In this update, you'll hear about what's going on and some significant changes that have been happening for the family and the podcast.  You can help by signing the petition here  https://chng.it/LV6SqjgQVJ If you have any information that might help please email [email protected]  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this latest episode, fresh information comes to us with a witness statement from Eden's two sisters about what they saw on the day they laid Eden to rest. This disturbing new information lends itself to reenforcing everything we have heard in the podcast over the last 19 episodes.  If you heard BetterHelp on the show today, you can get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com.au/OLESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we talk with a woman whose sister passed away in St. Helens a year before Eden died. She questions the handling of her sister's case and has gone to great lengths to uncover some striking similarities between her sister's investigations and Eden's. Also in this episode, the Tasmanian government announces a proposed change to legislation, which has victim, survivors angry and upset.  If you heard BetterHelp on the show today, you can get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com.au/OLESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a while since our last episode, but we are far from finished with the story of Eden Westbrook and her family's search for the truth about what happened to their little girl. In this episode, we hear more about the teacher that has been referenced in previous episodes, including someone who has worked with him who comes forward to tell us their story.  We look at the possible links from the commission of enquiry and some of the allegations we have heard in this podcast.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we get a tip from another listener about some of the people that are on Eden’s social media. Are they who they say? If you heard BetterHelp on the show today, you can get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com.au/OLESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As more information comes in about some of the allegations across the last 16 episodes, we start to try to piece everything together.In this episode, a former friend of Paul Reynolds makes contact, and a new anonymous person comes forward with information that could help.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this catch-up episode, we run through the past 16 episodes and what's happened so far. If you are a new listener to the podcast, this is the perfect place to start  If you heard BetterHelp on the show today, you can get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com.au/OLESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Eden’s sister Hunter's moving tribute, We hear from a new witness who recounts a disturbing encounter with a police officer, and we think we have cracked a vital piece of information about the night Eden went missing.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we speak to more witnesses with new information about Eden, plus a new investigation gets commissioned into Paul Reynolds, and we access Eden’s social media and find some shocking new information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

**Content Warning** This podcast contains details of alleged child abuse, grooming, and exploitation. Listener discretion is advised. We have received an email that led us to talk to a new person who might help us find the answers we have been looking for. In this episode, we also have more details about Senior Seargent Paul Reynolds and the outcome of a commision of enquiry into child abuse in government institutions and schools in Tasmania, plus we put some questions to the girl we are calling Kate.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For months, we have been trying to speak with the girl we have called Kate. In this episode, we finally get her on the phone, but it doesn’t go as planned.There’s more about the police officer who was involved in Eden’s case and took his own life, as well as some unusual circumstances that have yet to be explained  We have also set up a petition to ask the Tasmanian officials to reopen a public inquiry into Eden's death and the investigation. You can help by signing it here https://chng.it/LV6SqjgQVJ\ If you heard BetterHelp on the show today, you can get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com.au/OLESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we ask Jason and Amanda some of your questions about the rope, the autopsy, and questions that have arisen over the cremation of Eden's phone. We have also set up a petition to ask the Tasmanian officials to reopen a public inquiry into Eden's death and the investigation.  You can help by signing it here  https://chng.it/LV6SqjgQVJ If you heard BetterHelp on the show today, you can get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com.au/OLESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Taspol reply to our 16 questions on all of the questions that have been raised in the last 10 episodes of the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you have a question about the podcast or Eden’s case, please email:  [email protected] In this episode we get another perspective on a few questions that have been raised during the podcast, we reach out to police and the mayor of St Helens for comment and address some of the recent media coverage on Eden’s case and the podcast. In our next episode we hope to bring you response for the Tasmanian Police and will try to answer any questions sent to us about the podcast to  [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.