Carer sacked after Ann Marie Smith’s death
The carer assigned to cerebral palsy sufferer Ann Marie Smith – whose death has been declared a major crime – has been sacked, and the provider responsible for her care identified.
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Sacked Burnside CEO resigns from new job
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Rainwater tank saga ends up in court
An Adelaide man has appealed against a council’s decision to allow the installation of a giant rainwater tank next to his house.
For sale: One ready to go solar farm
An Adelaide earthmoving contractor has put an unusual business opportunity on the market – a small solar farm near Port Wakefield.
Sacked council boss lands new job
A former council boss sacked over a controversial dispute with an elected member which cost ratepayers hundreds of thousands of dollars has found a new position on a regional council.
Work starts on new $104 million superschool
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Lawyers probe staff posts after council romance
A council chief executive involved in a relationship with one of his most senior managers has ordered an independent review into staff appointments – including the promotion of his partner.
Police raid rural property – but still no sign of murder victim
Detectives combed a property on the Adelaide Plains as part of their investigation into the murder of Michael Purse, but did not find the missing man’s body. They say they’re not finished yet.
Country council in turmoil
Two senior executives from a small country council have enlisted one of Adelaide’s top lawyers after they were temporarily suspended following an investigation.
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