Power fix eases our supply
Two key electricity plants which broke down months ago have finally been fixed, improving prospects Victoria and SA will get through summer with enough power.
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After a slow start, the subsidy scheme for home batteries has picked up pace. And you’d better get a wriggle on if you want to get all the cash on offer, the Government says.
No worries about Bight seismic concerns: State Govt
South Australians shouldn’t worry about oil companies looking for places to drill in the Great Australian Bight, the State Government says. The federal agency has it sorted.
Heatwave boosts batteries to $1m windfall
As sweltering South Australians cranked up the aircon last week, the operators of the state’s big batteries celebrated an early Christmas present.
‘Tip of the iceberg’: Dire toll and it may get worse
South Australia is counting the cost after deadly bushfires struck across the state on Friday. But the danger has not passed, and a new threat looms.
Solar panels cut home power bills by $1255 a year
Investing in solar can cut your power bill in half, research by Vinnies estimates. But look out for marketing tricks before you sign up.
Endangered selfies: Protecting wildlife one snap at a time
Thousands of rare animals are being caught on camera. But what to do with these millions of selfies? A new AI-enhanced platform can clear the clutter and create a bigger global picture.
Heat records drop like flies
Ambulance officers have attended a record number of calls as multiple South Australian towns and cities posted record high temperature readings on Friday.
More in work but jobless rate up
Women joining the workforce have driven up the number of South Australians with a job – but ongoing tough conditions have pushed the unemployment rate slightly higher.
Will SA black out during the heatwave again?
In SA, we know to stock up on batteries for heatwaves – because history’s shown the power is likely to go out. So as airconditioners suck up electricity, how are we looking?
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