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Sam Wood makes fresh bail bid over domestic violence charges as court hears of ‘party lifestyle’ and alleged anger issues

The Guardian World Friday 30 October 2026, 02:47 UTC By Ben Smee Queensland state correspondent 1 min read
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Former Bachelor star and wellness influencer stands accused of choking and assaulting wife at Noosa in QueenslandGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A Queensland court has heard claims that former Bachelor star Sam Wood used drugs and alcohol, engaged in a “party lifestyle” and that he “struggles with anger”, as Wood makes a second bid for bail on domestic violence charges Wood, 46, from Melbourne, has been held in custody since his arrest on 4 October at Noosa. He...

Former Bachelor star and wellness influencer stands accused of choking and assaulting wife at Noosa in Queensland



A Queensland court has heard claims that former Bachelor star Sam Wood used drugs and alcohol, engaged in a “party lifestyle” and that he “struggles with anger”, as Wood makes a second bid for bail on domestic violence charges

Wood, 46, from Melbourne, has been held in custody since his arrest on 4 October at Noosa.

He was initially denied bail over allegations he choked and assaulted his wife, Snezana, while the family was holidaying on the Sunshine Coast.

He is charged with two domestic violence offences: assault occasioning bodily harm and strangulation in a domestic setting.

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