Mart Soeson, a 48-year-old lawyer from Estonia, professes his love for his 103-year-old girlfriend, Elfriede Riit, despite skepticism surrounding their relationship. They began their connection in 2013, living together until Ms. Riit moved to a nursing home in 2022. Seeking to remain in Australia with his elderly partner, Soeson faces visa challenges, alleging the Department of Home Affairs questions the authenticity of their union.
Ms. Riit, the widow of Soeson’s grandfather and his second wife, shares their belief in the legitimacy of their “exclusive committed long-term” romance. Despite the 55-year age gap, they argue that their love transcends societal norms. Soeson’s pursuit of permanent residency in Australia is grounded in his partnership with Ms. Riit, although his visa application has been rejected without a clear explanation.
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Soeson highlights the societal bias against older women in relationships with younger men, claiming that age gaps are generally accepted when the man is older. Undeterred by societal judgments, he has taken the case to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, hoping for a favorable outcome. However, a recent tribunal hearing was postponed due to Ms. Riit’s distress, complicating their quest to continue their unconventional love story. (Read Comments Here)