What’s going on in the Port River? Fifth dolphin has mystery illness
Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary’s “baby of the river” is sick, the fifth dolphin to show signs of a mysterious illness that’s likely killed four others.
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Big bin switch: Green bins to go weekly … and waste fortnightly?
Waste collection could be overhauled with green bins picked up weekly and waste bins every second week. Councils and the government love the idea – what do you think?
Bee warned – feral swarms a big buzzkill in Adelaide parks
Tree hollows in public parks around Adelaide are filled to overflowing with European honey bees – 50 hives were counted in just one park next to a primary school.
Flaming flamingoes … how a mix-up created two gay icons
They may have died years ago, but the Zoo’s beloved flamingoes, who became icons of Adelaide’s Feast Festival, have been resurrected and immortalised.
What a balls-up: Foam may endanger Port River wildlife
Foam balls which were mistakenly released into the Port River by a power plant operator could cause a “slow, painful death” to animals, a wildlife expert warns.
Cash splash to make city streets greener
Shady lanes and cooler corridors – this is how Adelaide’s city streets will be made more attractive and comfortable.
Labor pledges to axe tax on electric cars
Electric cars were out on the track in Adelaide on Sunday, and the state’s Labor Opposition showed up with a promise to axe a controversial road tax.
Have you got what it takes to judge wine?
Think you’re a real wine fan? Know your tannins from your tasting notes? Aspiring wine judges can take this course to see if they’re good enough.
Crumbling cliffs: The seaside suburbs where homes are at risk
Rising seas will cause coastal cliffs to crumble, sand to be lost and the river to spill into suburbs, if this council doesn’t plan ahead. See the map.
Stinging criticism: Beekeeping is ‘selfish, harmful and dangerous’
Many backyard beekeepers started their hives to help the environment. But this Adelaide Uni expert says they are doing much more harm than good.
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