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After clinging to the belief that Melissa Caddick was innocent of the crimes she has been accused of, her husband Anthony Koletti has now conceded that his wife did indeed partake in fraudulent activity.

Crime

Melissa Caddick’s husband concedes his wife was a conwoman

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Despite mounting evidence that Caddick allegedly fleeced millions from investors to fund a life of luxury, Koletti has maintained that his wife was innocent. Source: Instagram/@propertynoisenz

Celebrity

Country music world mourns the loss of ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ singer Loretta Lynn, aged 90

After being found guilty of the 1982 murder of his wife Lynette, Chris Dawson has now filed paperwork to appeal the recent murder conviction.

Loretta Lynn went from poverty to becoming one of the crown jewels of country music. Source: Getty

Crime

Convicted murderer Chris Dawson begins process to appeal his murder conviction

King Charles III and the Queen Consort Camilla have received "over 50,000 letters and cards" from supporters expressing their condolences and support since the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Chris Dawson has maintained his innocence, pleading not guilty to the murder charges and vehemently denying any involvement in Lynette's disappearance. Source: Getty Images.

Royals

‘Over 50,000 letters’ of condolences continue to flood in for King Charles and Camilla

The new royal portrait was released days after the family's mourning period had ended but has reportedly already been overshadowed by the images of Princes Harry and Meghan.

King Charles and Camilla are inundated with letters and cards of support. Source: Getty

Royals

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle counter new royal portrait with their own unofficial photo

Australian media personality Peter FitzSimons has resigned as chair of the Australian Republic Movement (ARM) after seven years of leading the anti-monarchy campaign.

New photos of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle overshadow Royal Family offical portrait. Source: Getty

Politics

‘It’s been an honour’: Peter FitzSimons resigns as chair of Australian Republic Movement

Large crowds have gathered on the streets of Scotland once again as King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla pay a visit to Edinburgh in their first engagement since the royal family's mourning period ended.

Peter FitzSimons steps down as chair of Australian Republic Movement. Source: Getty

Royals

Charles honours the late Queen Elizabeth II in first royal engagement as King

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King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla make their first joint public engagement following their mourning period. Source: Getty

Health issues

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Taken on the eve of the Queen's state funeral, the new portrait shows the four Royal Family members alongside each other, dressed in all-black mourning clothes as they hosted world leaders at a reception at Buckingham Palace.

Royals

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The latest portrait shows the new era of the Royal Family. Source: Getty Images.

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Sports

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Seniors are considered a prime target for scammers given that most older Australians have accumulated considerable money after a lifetime of work and are generally considered less tech-savvy than younger generations. Source: Getty Images.

News

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News

Roger Federer’s heartwarming ‘secret thank you’ to Rafael Nadal

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal shared a heartwarming moment after Federer played his final game of professional tennis at the Laver Cup on September 24.

Author Nigel Marsh offers three conclusions he's come to in life to help make the most of retirement.

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Former ‘The Chase’ host Andrew O’Keefe expresses his gratitude to his ‘brotherhood’ in rehab

In what comes as a far cry from his days hosting national television, troubled former game show presenter Andrew O'Keefe has addressed a small crowd during a rehab graduation ceremony, congratulating his 'brothers' for their achievement.

Prostate cancer is one of the leading causes of death in Australia, and Aussie men are missing out on a crucial treatment.

Although O'Keefe still has two months of rehabilitation to complete he heaped praise on those who were finishing up their time while wishing them all the best. Source: Getty Images.

Experts

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Prostate cancer is one of the leading causes of death in Australia, and Aussie men are missing out on a crucial treatment. Source: Getty

Crime

Melissa Caddick’s husband rejects claims he was involved in his wife’s disappearance

Melissa Caddick's husband has shot down suggestions that he was in some way involved in the disappearance of the alleged fraudster.

The contribution seniors make to society will be celebrated today as part of the International Day of Older Persons.

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News

International Day of Older Persons: ‘Building respect and inclusion’ for seniors

Tennis great Rod Laver has offered insight on Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios, believing the controversial player has finally earnt his spot at the top.

Although the day is a time to celebrate seniors and their contribution to society its an also an important opportunity to raise awareness regarding the issues impacting seniors.
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Sports

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Health issues

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Anthony Koletti, the husband of alleged conwoman Melissa Caddick, has been removed from the stand after the line of questioning left him "distressed" and befuddled during the inquest into his wife's suspected death.

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Crime

Melissa Caddick’s husband removed from stand after becoming ‘confused’ while questioned

The next time Australians fill up at the bowser they may be in for a rude shock as the previous government's fuel excise reduction is set to draw to a close on Thursday, September 29 adding further pressure to the skyrocketing cost of living.

Anthony Koletti removed from the line of questioning during the inquest into his wife's suspected death. Source: Getty

Everyday money

‘Tough times ahead for older Australians’: Further cost of living woes loom as fuel excise ends

Following a large-scale data breach that saw millions of Australians across the country have their private information compromised, Optus customers are now being targeted by scammers preying on their concerns regarding the recent hack.

As the fuel excise draws to a close, consumers are understandably concerned about how much they will be paying at the pump and the flow-on effect it will have on household budgets which are already strained. Source: Getty Images.

News

Scammers attempt to ‘cash in on the recent Optus data breach’ with latest scheme

The National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) has announced significant funding received from the Government will be put towards improving the lives of older Australians by putting a spotlight on elder abuse.

Scammers are playing on the fears of those caught up in the Optus data breach in an effort to maliciously illicit funds and personal details. Source: Getty Images.

News

‘Better outcomes for older Australians’: Ageing institute awarded $3.5 million to fight elder abuse

The husband of Melissa Caddick has provided evidence at the inquest into the alleged fraudster's disappearance, claiming he had no knowledge of his wife's fraudulent behaviour as he clings to the belief that she "had done nothing wrong".

NARI has announced significant funding to go towards bettering the lives of senior Australians. Source: Getty

Crime

Melissa Caddick’s husband maintains he had no knowledge of wife’s fraudulent behaviour

The inquest into alleged conwoman Melissa Caddick's disappearance has heard that a lead investigator looking into Caddick's fraudulent activity denied the accusation she was responsible for the fraudster's suspected death.

Melissa Caddick's husband, Anthony Koletti, took to the stand of the New South Wales coroner's court on Tuesday, September 27 to provide evidence.
Source: Instagram/ @propertynoisenz

Crime

Melissa Caddick investigator rejects claims she was responsible for the fraudster’s death

The sensitive personal details of 10,000 Optus customers have reportedly been exposed by the alleged hacker behind the recent large-scale data breach that saw millions of Optus customers across the country have their private information compromised.

Inquest hears from lead investigator. Source: Getty/ @caffeinecrimeandcanines

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Alleged Optus hacker’s ominous warning over compromised customer data