Loreta Maria Del Rossi, a 98-year-old Melbourne woman, tragically died from multi-organ failure induced by amatoxins after consuming 'death cap' and yellow-staining mushrooms foraged from her garden. The incident occurred after Del Rossi and her son, who survived, fell ill following a meal prepared with the mushrooms, highlighting the dangers of wild mushroom consumption. Victorian State Coroner Judge John Cain has called for increased public awareness and an annual campaign to educate the public about the risks of foraging wild mushrooms, particularly during the wetter autumn months in Victoria. The coroner praised the Victorian Department of Health for existing resources but emphasized the need for a more proactive approach. The yellow-staining mushroom is often mistaken for edible varieties, making it a significant concern in the region. This warning follows other fatal incidents involving wild mushrooms in Victoria, underlining the importance of proper identification and caution.