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Eden Gillespie

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Investigative journalist at ABC News in Qld | Hmu Eden.Gillespie96@proton.me or Gillespie.Eden@abc.net.au 📧🕵️‍♀️

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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
The estranged husband of a woman allegedly murdered overseas has been prohibited from selling three properties the pair owned together. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06...
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Husband of woman allegedly murdered overseas denied bail variation
The estranged husband of Rehana Parvin, whose body was found in Bangladesh in 2024, will not be allowed to sell the three homes they owned together.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Children in care have told harrowing stories. Now it’s up to the government to act www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06...
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Children in care have told harrowing stories. Now it’s up to the government to act
The challenge is enormous, but the inquiry's report has made clear inaction is not an option for the sake of Queensland's children, Eden Gillespie writes.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Another person, who also attended one of the camps, said he was "relieved" that Schaeffer had withdrawn his OAM. "Cody referred to himself as a big brother, told you he was there if you ever needed it." www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03...
abc.net.au
Youth advocate who assaulted teenagers hands back OAM
Cody Schaeffer, who founded the charity Borderline Australia, last week pleaded guilty to assaulting five teenage boys he met through his work.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
A former camp attendee and volunteer, Abby, said "[Cody] received [his OAM] for his service to youth and the community, but it was that very service that allowed him to identify and hurt people," she said. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03...
abc.net.au
Youth advocate who assaulted teenagers hands back OAM
Cody Schaeffer, who founded the charity Borderline Australia, last week pleaded guilty to assaulting five teenage boys he met through his work.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
A youth advocate has told the ABC he’s handed back his Order of Australia Medal honour after pleading guilty to assaulting several hogtied teenagers he met through the charity he founded. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03...
abc.net.au
Youth advocate who assaulted teenagers hands back OAM
Cody Schaeffer, who founded the charity Borderline Australia, last week pleaded guilty to assaulting five teenage boys he met through his work.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
A child safety inquiry will prioritise reviewing the complaints system for those working and caring for children in the sector following an investigation by the ABC.
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Child safety inquiry to prioritise complaints system after ABC investigation
The complaints system for residential care workers will be a "key early focus" of an 18-month review into Queensland's child safety system.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
One worker said they found knife multi-tool on a child under the age of 14 after she attempted to stab workers with it. In a company-wide email, the worker's organisation told employees not to speak to media ahead of the commission of inquiry. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...
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Workers threatened with weapons and 'jumped' inside residential care homes
The ABC has spoken with several workers who are urgently calling for an independent complaints mechanism that allows reports to be made anonymously and without fear of reprisal.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
The ABC has spoken with several youth workers who are urgently calling for an independent complaints system that allows reports to be made anonymously & without fear of reprisal. “We just don't have anyone to complain to. It's all internal," one said. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...
abc.net.au
Workers threatened with weapons and 'jumped' inside residential care homes
The ABC has spoken with several workers who are urgently calling for an independent complaints mechanism that allows reports to be made anonymously and without fear of reprisal.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
An ABC investigation has seen internal reports detailing days of chaos & violence inside a residential care home. A worker turned whistleblower says the traumatised teens should not have been placed together – & had a "punch-up" at the shops beforehand www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...
abc.net.au
Workers threatened with weapons and 'jumped' inside residential care homes
The ABC has spoken with several workers who are urgently calling for an independent complaints mechanism that allows reports to be made anonymously and without fear of reprisal.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Queensland police Detective Inspector Glenn Horan allegedly used police database to track former partner www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...
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Detective allegedly used police database to track former partner
The prosecution alleges Inspector Glenn Horan suspected his then-partner, Senior Constable Celeste Batticciotto, was in a relationship with someone else.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
I've had some people ask what they can do about this. If you do see something, as an individual the best course of action is report it to the RSPCA and your local police service.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
It's revealed the frozen semen of dogs from fighting bloodlines is being sold by Australians to overseas buyers. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05...
abc.net.au
Australia's links to deadly dogfighting trade
Follow the latest news headlines from Australia's most trusted source. Read in-depth expert analysis and watch live coverage on ABC News.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
An ABC investigation has uncovered links between Australia and the shadowy international trade of dog fighting. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05...
abc.net.au
Secretive, lucrative: Australia's links to the shadowy world of dog fighting
The frozen semen of dogs with fighting bloodlines is being sold to overseas buyers, as an ABC investigation reveals international links between the illegal blood sport and Australia. Warning: This sto...
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Emergency Alert for Moreton Island “TAKE SHELTER NOW in the strongest part of the building you are in. This will be away from big windows. It could be a bathroom or hallway. Stay indoors until safe.”
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
The waiting is the worst part. Stay safe everyone. #cyclonealfred
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Gracias 💕
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Same to you, Sam! Wishing you the best. Hopefully it doesn’t get too bad 🙏
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Woorim Beach earlier this morning. No surprise that the 4wd beach on Bribie Island is closed. #cyclonealfred
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Some of the supermarket shelves on Bribie Island are empty but I saw staff restocking them really quickly. Shout out to the retail workers who are working through this crazy period. #cyclonealfred
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
A busy sandbag station on Bribie Island. I spoke with locals who are preparing early for the cyclone by clearing the yard, charging batteries & making sure they have plenty of food and water.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
A handy emergency kit for the days ahead #cyclonealfred
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
The Queensland premier says QPS Commissioner Steve Gollschewski "has the full support of the Queensland Government following his decision to step down due to health reasons."
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Lmao this Otter summary of an interview I did
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
Queensland’s human rights commissioner said if substantiated, the allegations “represent multiple system failures resulting in very serious violations of the right of that young child to be protected from inhuman and degrading treatment.” www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02...
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Queensland police to investigate 'concerning' watch house allegations
Queensland's police commissioner has promised to investigate allegations a 12-year-old disabled boy was coerced into drinking toilet water at a watch house.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
Queensland's police commissioner has promised a "full investigation" into allegations a 12-year-old disabled boy was coerced into drinking toilet water at a watch house. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02...
abc.net.au
Queensland police to investigate 'concerning' watch house allegations
Queensland's police commissioner has promised to investigate allegations a 12-year-old disabled boy was coerced into drinking toilet water at a watch house.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
Some of the detail is too graphic to publish, but allegedly involved the boy being pressured to flush his head in the toilet, commit gross acts of indecency, drink toilet water, and lick his own vomit. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02...
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Disabled boy allegedly coerced into drinking urine in police watch house
A 12-year-old boy with a disability was allegedly tormented by an older child in a Queensland watch house for more than an hour, despite the area being covered by CCTV.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
A 12-year-old boy with a disability was allegedly tormented by an older child in a Queensland watch house for more than an hour — including being coerced into drinking urine — despite the area being covered by CCTV. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02...
abc.net.au
Disabled boy allegedly coerced into drinking urine in police watch house
A 12-year-old boy with a disability was allegedly tormented by an older child in a Queensland watch house for more than an hour, despite the area being covered by CCTV.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Jenni Hermoso stood up to the powerful. Her court win sends a strong message amp.abc.net.au/article/1049...
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Jenni Hermoso stood up to the powerful. Her court win sends a strong message - ABC News
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
We’re obsessed with her
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
No way! How cute
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
No biting or barking!! She’s very chill and just wants cuddles. So lucky!
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
I don’t think I could ever love anything else this much
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
Lucked out with the most angelic pup ❤️ This is Suki
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
Sam Kerr found not guilty of racially harassing London policeman www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02...
abc.net.au
Sam Kerr keen to be 'back on the pitch' after being found not guilty of racial harassment
The Australian soccer star has been on trial for calling Constable Stephen Lovell "stupid and white" amid a dispute about a taxi ride in January, 2023.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Tagging fail * @benitakolovos.bsky.social
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Everyone should read this brilliant piece by @benitakolovos ‘Rape is effectively decriminalised’: how did sexual assault become so easy to get away with?’ www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
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‘Rape is effectively decriminalised’: how did sexual assault become so easy to get away with?
Few alleged offenders are found guilty. Many victims are retraumatised. What is getting in the way of the Australian criminal courts providing justice to sexual assault survivors?
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
We also went to Seoul for a few days & became obsessed with tea houses and Korean bbq. It was only supposed to be a short stopover on the way to The Philippines but now we want to go back asap
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
The only downside was getting Bali belly from a 16-hour stopover there. Only realised when I got on the plane… The five hour flight was tough…
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
After an epic three week holiday, I’m back at work tomorrow. The Philippines is magical ✨
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
Pls don’t let it be a major mainstream intl artist who could care less
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
Catch the full story on ABC News Qld @ 7pm 📺
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
Unimaginable abuse took place behind the walls of Wolston Park. Now, the ABC has been given exclusive access to capture this fading nightmare. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01...
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'Death will hunt you down': Inside Queensland's house of horrors
In the late 80s, Debbie Manson was detained in Osler House, an adult ward for women judged criminally insane. For the first time, our camera crew has been given exclusive access to capture this fading...
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
After today, I’ll be taking a few weeks off to recharge 🏝️ 👋. I’ll be back in February to get stuck back into some investigations for ABC’s Qld team.
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
Happy New Year!!
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
Happy New Year Queensland ❤️
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
Happy New Year 🥳
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
A very tame 7pm fireworks @ Bribie Island
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
Australian women who developed a type of benign brain tumour after using a popular contraceptive are considering joining a class action www.abc.net.au/news/2024-12...
abc.net.au
Contraceptive linked to brain tumours prompts call for class action
The contraceptive Depo-Provera has been linked to an increased risk of developing a non-malignant brain tumour, prompting lawsuits in the US and Canada. Now Australian patients are considering a class...
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 22/12/2024
Investigations into death of Queensland firefighter Izabella Nash expected to probe lack of thermal imaging cameras
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Investigations into death of firefighter to probe whether rescue was delayed
Investigations into the death of a Queensland firefighter will likely assess the lack of thermal imaging cameras on the day, as well as issues with training and torches, according to emergency service...
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Eden Gillespie @edengillespie.bsky.social · 22/12/2024
4.00 Wallow in self pity 4.30 Stare into the abyss 5.00 Solve world hunger - tell no one 5.30 Jazzercize 6.30 Dinner with me - I can’t cancel that again 7.00 Wrestle with my self-loathing IM BOOKED
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