Former Australian Test cricketer Michael Slater has been remanded in police custody after being charged with 19 offences.
Slater, 54, appeared in Maroochydore Magistrates Court on Monday, facin charges relating to alleged offences committed on Queensland's Sunshine Coast between December 5, 2023 and April 12, 2024.
The charges against the former opening batter and TV commentator include domestic violence offences such as unlawful stalking or intimidation, breaking into a dwelling with intent at night, common assault, assault occasioning bodily harm, and choking or suffocation.
Additionally, they were charged with breaching bail and ten counts of contravening a domestic violence order.
Police have confirmed the arrest of a 54-year-old man from Noosa Heads at a Sunshine Coast address on Friday, following several alleged incidents of domestic violence.
Slater has been remanded in custody and the case is due to be mentioned in the same court on Tuesday.
Slater made his debut during the 1993 Ashes tour and went on to play 74 Tests for Australia, scoring 5312 runs at an average of 42.83 with 14 centuries. He also played 42 ODIs.
Slater retired from cricket in 2004 and embarked on a successful career in TV commentary.