JACK SIM presents
THE TAINTED CROSS – AUTHOR TALK / TRUE CRIME GATTON MURDERS COACH TOUR
Over 128 years of myth and legend have enshrouded Australia’s greatest murder-mystery: In 2024 Lady Crime Writer Caroline Stevenson lifted the veil and exposed those behind these haunting crimes…
Join us on 26 September 2026 at the Gatton & District Historical Society Inc – Museum for a special event. Author of THE TAINTED CROSS: The Oxley & Gatton Murders Unveiled Caroline Stevenson will present an update on her ongoing research into the murders, followed by a guided true crime tour to visit the crime scenes connected with the case – undertaken by Jack Sim from Crime Tours Australia.
THE TAINTED CROSS: The Oxley & Gatton Murders UNVEILED by author Caroline Stevenson is a Murder Trails Series true crime casebook detailing the cold-blooded murder of a teenager in a paddock at Oxley holds the key. Two infamous crime scenes that are fundamentally intertwined.
SATURDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER 2026
Gatton & District Historical Society Inc – Museum
10am – AUTHOR TALK + MORNING TEA
Author Talk, Q&A, book signing and morning tea. Includes admission to Village.
11.30am – CRIME TOUR (INCLUDES AUTHOR TALK + MORNING TEA)
Undertake a 1.5 hr guided true crime coach tour visiting significant locations connected to the crimes. Hosted by Jack Sim and Kel Freeman, President of the Gatton & District Historical Society Inc – Museum
FREE parking available. Below pricing does not include a copy of the book ‘The Tainted Cross’. The book will be available for purchase on the day or online.
AUTHOR TALK + Q&A + MORNING TEA
Adult $29.95 | Concession $25
GATTON MURDERS COACH TOUR (INCLUDES AUTHOR TALK + MORNING TEA)
Adult $75 | Concession $69.95
*Concession rates available to seniors, pensioners, and university students.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
- Clients must be wearing flat-soled enclosed shoes. Thongs, sandals and high heels will not be permitted on tour.
- If there is rain, please bring an umbrella and or raincoat, and enjoy the tour.
- a water bottle to keep you hydrated during the tour
AM I ALLOWED TO TAKE PHOTOS OR FILM ON TOUR?
Filming is strictly not permitted.
WHAT IS YOUR COVID VACCINATION AND MASK POLICY?
DO YOU ACCEPT COMPANION CARDS?
IS THERE A DRESS CODE? CAN I WEAR A COSTUME?
LEVEL OF FITNESS REQUIRED
DOES THE WEATHER AFFECT MY TOUR?
ARE THERE TOILETS AVAILABLE ON TOUR?
WHAT ARE THE AGE REQUIREMENTS & DISABILITY ACCESS FOR THIS TOUR?
Crime Tours are not suitable for children under 10 years (unless otherwise stated). Children under 10 will not be permitted on any tour (unless otherwise stated). Parents and guardians are advised that this tour features strong content in the form of true historic crime stories and tales delivered in a dramatic style. The stories may include gruesome and macabre material including murders, crimes, violence, deaths, executions and suicide. The stories can be frightening, scary and distressing especially for young children.
All children under and including the age of 15 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
DISABILITY ACCESS
Due to this being primarily run on a coach, unfortunately this tour is not suitable for customers with mobility issues.
Follow this link to see our full list of frequently asked questions: https://crimetoursaustralia.com.au/frequently-asked-questions/