In non-contentious probate proceedings in South Australia, where material before the court raises a well-founded suspicion that a will is not valid (including as to testamentary capacity), the court should conduct appropriate investigations to dispel that suspicion, even though the proceedings are unopposed. The proponents of the will bear the burden of removing the suspicion by adducing clear and satisfactory evidence.
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