Ben Roberts-Smith was planning to leave Australia, court ... - SBS
Documents from the 47-year-old's bail hearing released Thursday detail plans to open a business overseas.
www.sbs.com.auHere’s the latest I can provide based on public reporting up to now.
Summary of developments: New court documents in April 2026 revealed that Ben Roberts-Smith’s partner indicated they had considered moving overseas and exploring business opportunities abroad prior to his arrest, with Spain and Singapore among the locations discussed. The partner stated their intent was not to flee but to create some normalcy and that Roberts-Smith always planned to return if charged. This information came from bail-hearing materials that were made public after suppression orders were lifted. [Sources: Guardian, SBS, 7News reports from April 2026]
Context for readers in Prague: The case has been widely covered in Australian outlets, with focus on potential overseas moves and business interests Roberts-Smith explored (including health and wellness ventures) as part of the broader legal proceedings regarding allegations tied to his military service and related defamation actions. If you’re following the story for background or media coverage, expect ongoing updates as court proceedings continue.
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Documents from the 47-year-old's bail hearing released Thursday detail plans to open a business overseas.
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prezi.comPartner of soldier accused of war crimes says the couple discussed possibility of moving overseas to 'create some normalcy in our lives'
www.theguardian.comSuppression orders have been lifted on highly sensitive documents revealing the Victoria Cross recipient’s relocation plans.
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