Paul Coles pleads not guilty to Port Willunga caravan park death
The 50-year-old pleaded not guilty to murdering Gary Hallam, 72, found dead in a cabin in December 2025.
Paul Coles appeared in Adelaide Magistrates Court after being accused of murdering Gary Hallam at the Big 4 Port Willunga Tourist Park in Aldinga. Hallam, 72, was found dead inside a cabin in December 2025.
The 50-year-old then entered a plea of not guilty to the murder charge. The hearing had unusual moments when Coles tried to change his plea after saying not guilty.
This sparked confusion and a brief break. After his lawyer spoke with him, Coles said he wished to plead not guilty.
A committal to trial hearing has been set for December 21, 2026, just one day before the anniversary of Hallam's death.
- Paul Coles, 50 years old
- The accused
- Gary Hallam, 72 years old
- The victim
- December 2025
- When found
Why it mattersThe case will now proceed to a committal hearing to determine whether there is sufficient evidence for the matter to go to full trial.
AustraliaA death investigation in South Australia moves to the next stage in the court system, with trial proceedings expected after the December hearing.
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