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Aug 2022
50m 8s

Australia’s Most Notorious Bank Robber

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In the late 1990s Brenden Abbott was notorious around Australia. 

Known as 'The Postcard Bandit', he was the most wanted man in the country after escaping prison not once but twice. While on the run it's estimated he robbed up to 30 banks, making off with $5 million.

Today Gemma Bath's joined by journalist Derek Pedley as well as Brenden's former lawyer Chris Nyst to discuss Abbott's life and crimes.

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CREDITS

Guests: Derek Pedley & Chris Nyst

Australian Outlaw: The True Story Of Postcard Bandit Brenden Abbott

Millen by Chris Nyst

Host: Gemma Bath

Executive Producer: Gia Moylan

Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou

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