After enduring the horrifying kidnapping of her boyfriend in the outback, Joanne Lees found herself subjected to an unyielding media scrutiny spanning two continents. Despite the absence of a body, alleged ‘sightings’ of Peter, and the disclosure of Joanne’s infidelity, the public and media in both the UK and Australia were skeptical of her innocence. This narrative highlights the bravery of a young woman confronting one of Australia’s most enigmatic crimes.