Our Little Edey – The Eden Westbrook Story

For 15 years, Tasmania Police said the matter was investigated.
Now, after months of Right to Information requests, Badge of Betrayal has obtained 61 pages of internal investigation files that have never been publicly examined in full.
Inside those documents are admissions from police officers who contacted escort services, records showing one officer made 34 contacts with prostitutes over a two-month period, evidence that an officer lied during the investigation, and an Integrity Commission intervention that forced Tasmania Police to reopen the case.
Then, in a Badge of Betrayal exclusive, a former correctional officer who worked inside Risdon Prison speaks publicly for the first time. After listening to this podcast, they contacted us with an account of conversations they say they had with Gary Devine while he was behind bars information they reported through official prison channels years ago but have never shared publicly until now.
This is one of the most significant episodes we've released.
A Parliamentary Inquiry has now been established into Tasmania Police's responses to allegations of officer misconduct, including the handling of the Paul Reynolds matter.
The Committee is inviting submissions from members of the public, current and former police officers, victims, witnesses and anyone with information relevant to the inquiry. Submissions close on 4 September 2026.
For more information or to make a submission, visit:
https://www.parliament.tas.gov.au/committees/house-of-assembly/standing-committees/government-administration-committee-b/inquiries/inquiry-into-tasmania-police-responses-to-allegations-of-officer-misconduct
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In this explosive episode of Badge of Betrayal, a former Tasmania Police officer who worked alongside Reynolds speaks publicly about the culture they witnessed firsthand. They describe allegations of bullying, intimidation and a workplace where many were too afraid to speak up.
The former officer also shares why they believe Reynolds was treated differently to others, raising serious questions about whether he was a protected figure within the organisation and how that may have influenced accountability.
This is a confronting firsthand account that sheds new light on the culture surrounding one of Tasmania Police's most controversial figures—and asks whether the system failed those who tried to challenge it.
Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed by interviewees are their own. Allegations discussed are presented as claims and opinions unless otherwise established by evidence or official findings.
A Parliamentary Inquiry has now been established into Tasmania Police's responses to allegations of officer misconduct, including the handling of the Paul Reynolds matter.
The Committee is inviting submissions from members of the public, current and former police officers, victims, witnesses and anyone with information relevant to the inquiry. Submissions close on 4 September 2026.
For more information or to make a submission, visit:
https://www.parliament.tas.gov.au/committees/house-of-assembly/standing-committees/government-administration-committee-b/inquiries/inquiry-into-tasmania-police-responses-to-allegations-of-officer-misconduct
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In breaking news from Tasmania, parliament has announced an Inquiry into Tasmania Police responses to allegations of officer misconduct. It will look at
The adequacy of systems, processes and oversight arrangements for responding to allegations of serious misconduct within Tasmania Police, including sexual misconduct and family violence;
The culture of Tasmania Police in relation to matters or allegations of misconduct;
The response from Tasmania Police and the Tasmanian Government to the Paul Reynolds matter including the limited scope of inquiry into his conduct prior to the Weiss Review, and the decision to hold a police funeral; and
Any other related matters.
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****Content Warning:****This episode discusses alleged child sexual abuse and includes some graphic descriptions drawn from official Commission evidence. The content may be triggering or distressing. We encourage listeners to prioritise their well-being and pause or skip this episode if needed.
This isn’t hindsight. It’s a timeline.
In Episode 14, we go back inside the Ashley Youth Detention Centre and lay out the documented overlap appointments, movements, and professional relationships that now sit beside sworn Commission evidence.
As RTI requests unfold and more insiders come forward, this investigation keeps widening.
Because sometimes the most important question isn’t what happened.
It’s who knew and when.
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In the this fast tracked new episode, On Thursday Feb 12th - The Greens have called for a Parliamentary Inquiry into theReynolds matter after fresh information from the Badge of Betrayal podcast.

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