JACK SIM PRESENTS

THE TAINTED CROSS BOOK LAUNCH / TRUE CRIME GATTON MURDERS COACH TOUR

Over 125 years of myth and legend have enshrouded Australia’s greatest murder-mystery: Caroline lifts the veil to finally expose those behind these haunting crimes…

On Boxing Day night 1898, three members of the Murphy family were brutally murdered in a lonely paddock in the rural township of Gatton. THE TAINTED CROSS: The Oxley & Gatton Murders Unveiled, written by Caroline Stevenson, reveals another murder holds the key.

SATURDAY 16TH NOVEMBER 2024

Gatton Historical Village. 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.

10am – Official launch of the book. morning tea, author talk, Q&A and book signing.

1.30pm – Undertake a 2.5 hr guided true crime coach tour visiting significant locations connected to the crimes. Hosted by Caroline, Jack Sim and Kel Freeman, President of the Gatton Historical Society.

BOOK LAUNCH + AUTHOR TALK + Q&A + MORNING TEA

Adult $17.50 | Concession $15

TRUE CRIME COACH TOUR

Adult $59 | Concession $55

*Concession rates available to seniors, pensioners, and university students.

BUY TICKETS - BOOK LAUNCH + AUTHOR TALK + Q&A + MORNING TEA

BUY BOOK - THE TAINTED CROSS

SOLD OUT - TRUE CRIME GATTON MURDERS COACH TOUR

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?

You are allowed to photograph whilst on tour. We do ask that you refrain whilst the guide is speaking to avoid distraction.

Filming is strictly not permitted.

WHAT IS YOUR COVID VACCINATION AND MASK POLICY?

https://crimetoursaustralia.com.au/covid-19-safety-plan/

DO YOU ACCEPT COMPANION CARDS?

https://crimetoursaustralia.com.au/disability-access-on-tours/

IS THERE A DRESS CODE? CAN I WEAR A COSTUME?

Horror costumes/ makeup/ masks are not permitted to be worn. Historic Australia reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone wearing a horror costume that is deemed inappropriate or distasteful.

LEVEL OF FITNESS REQUIRED

Low – Moderate level of fitness required.

DOES THE WEATHER AFFECT MY TOUR?

We believe the weather really adds to the atmosphere of a tour. If there is rain, please bring an umbrella and or raincoat, and enjoy the tour. Tours will only be cancelled if conditions become dangerous – we will notify you in these circumstances close to the tour time.

ARE THERE TOILETS AVAILABLE ON TOUR?

There are no toilet facilities available at site. Please use facilities elsewhere before joining us at this site.

WHAT ARE THE AGE REQUIREMENTS & DISABILITY ACCESS FOR THIS TOUR?

AGE REQUIREMENTS

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.

DIDN’T ANSWER YOUR QUESTION?

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