Spotify a fatal distraction for drivers, police stats say
Apps like Snapchat and Spotify are causing a dangerous disconnect in some drivers, says new police research that shows the activities most likely to take South Australian eyes off the road.
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Tip-off identifies hi-vis train surfer
A man who allegedly rode on the back of a city-bound train at Port Adelaide that hit speeds up to 90km/h has been banned from public transport for three months.
Armed couple on the run after fleeing SA border checkpoint
A couple that busted across the Queensland border in an allegedly stolen car are being hunted by police around Port Augusta. Meanwhile, two men have faced court for allegedly illegally entering SA from Victoria.
Spring has sprung and blooming peas are pick of bunch
Spring has sprung and the native flowers are blooming. But the balmy weather isn’t set to last, with a cool change arriving on Thursday.
Driver fined twice in two hours
A man has copped more than $2000 in fines after he was caught speeding on the South Eastern Freeway before then using his phone behind the wheel – just two hours later.
Easy ways to stop kids becoming tech zombies
A concerning number of tweens and teens are struggling to detach themselves from tech devices during the pandemic, and the effects are worrying. But there are many things parents can do to reduce their child’s screen time.
Popular almond milk recalled
An SA company has recalled its Milk Lab-brand almond milk, which is popular in cafes and restaurants, over potential contamination.
Drug overdoses kill more in SA than car crashes
Accidental overdoses from prescription and illegal drugs continue to kill scores of South Australians but new data shows the state’s meth problem may not be its worst scourge.
Unmasked: Lukasz and Chelsea’s alleged murderer
This is the man accused of shooting dead his son and his son’s girlfriend during a family gathering. He can now be identified after a temporary suppression order expired.
Man critical after Adelaide High School bashing
A man has been attacked by four men at Adelaide High School. He’s fighting for life in hospital.
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