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Kate Uren is a journalist with three decades of experience in newsrooms across Australia and the UK. After years as a sub-editor at The Advertiser, she has swapped production for the frontline, returning to reporting to tell the stories of South Australians.

Kate Uren

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Wendy-Jayne Williams with her son, Bailey. Picture: Supplied

Mum’s journey from Housing Trust to running an Australian superbiz

Wendy-Jayne Williams has been a leader in the world of business for decades but behind her success, she admits there were many hurdles.

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Tammy Barton with her husband, Nathan, and children Seth, Maddie and Ellie.

Five words that launched a $55m business from this mum’s kitchen

Mum-of-three Tammy Barton shares the five words she repeated to herself when launching a business that’s now used by over 130,000 Australians.

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Alleged murder victim Lewis Parkin with his sister, Erin Parkyn. Picture: Supplied

‘Love you forever’: Sister’s tribute to Hindley St stabbing victim

Lewis Parkin’s little sister has spoken out about her “beautiful brother and best friend”, who was allegedly murdered in Hindley St on Friday night.

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News ADVArrive Alive - Richard DavisRichard Davis came off his motorbike in the Flinders Ranges and ended up in a wheelchair. IMAGE/Russell Millard Photography

‘Fell into the trap’: A split-second error put Richard in a wheelchair

As a CFS volunteer, Richard Davis says he had been the one rushing to help people in serious trounle until a common mistake left him in mortal danger himself.

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September 16, 2024:Influencer Poppy Radbone. Picture: Kelly Barnes

How Poppy Radbone got 1.3m hits from dancing in a kitchen

She’s the South Australian It girl who’s made a career from letting strangers watch her do every day, slightly mundane things. Here’s how Poppy made it into a business.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 30 2024Anna Grosman, who has set up a male escort agency called Her Confidant. Picture: Brendan Beckett

Male escort madame reveals what women are really looking for

Is it a full head of hair or a mighty bank balance? Not really. Anna Grosman, who owns a pay-per-hour companion agency for women, says there’s really only one thing females are looking for.

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American Kate Kulas on her Scottish holiday with Aussie male escort George Goulburn. She paid $20,000 for his company.

‘I got my money’s worth’: $20,000 holiday with Aussie male escort

Kate Kulas shares exactly what went down when she took her pay-per-hour companion on holiday with her – and how she doesn’t regret a thing.

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28th of October 2024 - Phillip Nancarrie fell on hard times and has recently found a home in Northfield. Photo: Naomi Jellicoe

‘Grateful’: From homeless and hopeless to happy and housed

Six months ago, Phillip Nancarrow found himself homeless at the age of 74. Today, he’s planting the lawn at his new home. Here is his story.

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The cosy dining room with a spectacular view over Sea Dragon's private beach, Pinky Bay.

Little-known Australian island gem that Europe has fallen in love with

Perched on hillside, overlooking a pristine private bay, this secluded Kangaroo Island retreat is now a massive drawcard to overseas visitors. But why do South Australians never visit?

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15th of October 2024 - Jodie Benveniste is a psychologist who has written a young-adult fiction book, ÃNever, Not EverÃ, that will double as a self-help book for teens. She is pictured at her home in Belair. Photo: Naomi Jellicoe

‘Not just deal’: Psychologist’s unique way to help anxious teens

Psychologist Jodie Benveniste believes she can help teens as they navigate the emotional minefield of mental health, sharing how “it has helped me the most in my life”. Here’s how.

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