60 Minutes Australia Videos
The Chilling Confession of a "Vampire Killer" revisits the 1989 murder of Eddie Baldock by Tracey Wigginton, whose claim that she killed to drink his blood stunned Australia. Using archival interviews and family accounts, the programme explores the investigation, Wigginton's confession, and the lasting impact of the notorious case.
For nearly 25 years, Romanian dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu and his wife lived in 21 opulent palaces while citizens endured extreme poverty and starvation. A 1990 investigation revealed their lavish lifestyle, including private home movies and a tour of their unfinished "House of the People" estate, exposing systemic exploitation and criminal extravagance.
John Wayne Glover, the "Coward Killer," murdered elderly women from the 1960s to the 1980s. A 60 Minutes Australia series investigated his crimes and the subsequent inquiry into his spree.
The James Bulger Murder: Inside the Chilling Police Investigation follows the detectives who led the investigation into the 1993 abduction and murder of two-year-old James Bulger. The programme examines how Robert Thompson and Jon Venables were identified, features interview recordings, and includes reflections from James Bulger's younger brothers on the family's enduring loss.
Charlie Kirk, a conservative media figure and founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed during a speech at Utah Valley University. His assassination, linked to escalating political violence, drew comparisons to the United Healthcare CEO's murder, highlighting tensions in polarized America.
The Port Arthur Massacre That Completely Changed Gun Laws revisits the tragedy that transformed Australia, reflecting on the Port Arthur massacre three decades later through the stories of survivors, investigators, and those still living with its legacy. The documentary explores the lasting human impact of the attack and the sweeping...
Kathleen Peterson's death at her home's staircase remains unsolved, with questions about whether she fell, was beaten, or if an owl caused her death. Her husband, Michael Peterson, was convicted of murder, sentenced to life without parole, and later released.
Under President Zia's rule, Pakistan's Zina Ordinance imposed severe Islamic penalties, jailing rape victims and punishing women for adultery. In 1990, 60 Minutes reporter Jennifer Byrne visited a Peshawar women's prison, exposing systemic human rights abuses that sparked decades of political efforts to reform the laws.
JonBenét Ramsey, a six-year-old beauty pageant princess, was murdered in her home 25 years ago. Her father, John, believes advancements in DNA technology could solve the case, but the police investigating the unsolved crime have blocked his efforts.
Former NSW homicide detective Gary Jubelin, known for his 35-year career combating crime, faced career ruin due to his relentless dedication. Now retired, he discusses the personal costs of his profession in an interview, revealing how his commitment ultimately destroyed his career.
Two women killed abusive partners and faced trial, as laws struggle to classify them as victims or villains. Thousands more may have done the same, highlighting legal ambiguity in such cases.
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