Hedley Thomas

Hedley Thomas is an Australian investigative journalist and podcaster. He is best known for his work on The Teacher's Pet podcast, which investigated the disappearance of Lynette Dawson and the involvement of her husband, Chris Dawson.

Thomas worked for The Courier-Mail and The Australian newspapers for News Corp Australia. He has won multiple Walkley Awards, Australia's highest journalism honor, including three Gold Walkleys.

The Teacher's Pet was a global phenomenon, reaching number one in podcast charts in several countries and leading to renewed police interest in the Dawson case. In 2022, Chris Dawson was found guilty of Lynette Dawson's murder.

Thomas has also worked on other investigative projects and podcasts, focusing on true crime and matters of public interest. His work is characterized by in-depth research, meticulous reporting, and a commitment to uncovering the truth.