Kathleen Folbigg in Conversation with Quentin McDermott
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An extraordinary story of tragedy and injustice.Join us for a special evening as Kathleen Folbigg shares her story with Quentin McDermott. Convicted in 2003 of killing her four children and sentenced to 40 years in prison, Kathleen’s case became one of Australia’s most confronting and controversial. At the time, medical opinion and deeply personal diary entries were taken as proof of guilt. But the question lingered: had a grave mistake been made?
Through tireless investigative journalism and the persistence of scientists, lawyers, and advocates, new evidence began to emerge—challenging long-held assumptions and ultimately reshaping the case. Quentin McDermott, whose work helped spark this re-examination, brings insight into the extraordinary effort that led to Kathleen’s pardon and acquittal after two decades behind bars.
At the heart of this story is also an enduring friendship. Kathleen and Tracy Chapman first met as schoolgirls. Convinced of Kathleen’s innocence, Tracy became a relentless advocate, helping to drive the campaign that would finally see justice done. Their story is one of resilience, loyalty, and the profound strength it takes to confront injustice.
This moving conversation offers a rare opportunity to hear, in Kathleen’s own words, about her life before imprisonment, the trauma of her years in custody, and the long road to exoneration. It is a story not only of wrongful conviction, but of hope—and the determination to ensure that such a miscarriage of justice is never repeated.
Bookings essential.
Light refreshments included.
Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Date
Friday 19 June 2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (UTC+10)Location
East Maitland Library
3 Garnett Rd, East Maitland NSW 2323
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Kathleen Folbigg in Conversation with Quentin McDermott
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