Former Bachelor star Sam Wood seeks bail again after domestic violence allegations

A Queensland court heard that former Bachelor star and wellness influencer Sam Wood used drugs and alcohol, lived a “party lifestyle” and “struggles with anger”, according to the Guardian. Wood, 46, is facing domestic‑violence charges that accuse him of choking and assaulting his wife, Snezana Wood, while the couple were on holiday on the Sunshine Coast.

He has been in custody since his arrest on 4 October at Noosa. The court considered a second bail application after an earlier request was rejected. Wood’s legal team argued for his release, while prosecutors highlighted the seriousness of the alleged assault.

The hearing focused on the alleged pattern of behaviour, with the court hearing details of the alleged incident and Wood’s lifestyle. A decision on the bail request is pending.

Why it matters

The case raises questions about how domestic‑violence allegations involving public figures are handled by the justice system.

Key details

Location

Australia · Oceania

Reported by

The Guardian

First reported

30 Oct 2026, 08:17 IST

Key names

Sam Wood, Noosa, Former Bachelor, Queensland Get

Section

Lifestyle

Sources

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• The GuardianSam Wood makes fresh bail bid over domestic violence charges as court hears of ‘party lifestyle’ and alleged anger issues 30 Oct, 08:17

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