Powerful surge in interest for home batteries
It may have been a slow started but the State Government’s home battery scheme is suddenly generating a lot of buzz.
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60-minute virus test as SA continues to flatten the curve
SA recorded just one new coronavirus case on Friday as the Premier announced the rollout of a new rapid test. Most social restrictions will remain in place for weeks but some may be relaxed sooner. Get the latest state updates here.
SA’s jobless woes worsen — and virus impact yet to come
South Australia has recorded the highest jump in unemployment in the nation. But a less volatile measure has the state sitting where it was a month before.
Thousands to be short-changed on free parking
Thousands of hospital workers without parking permits are likely to be covered for just a few days a month under the Government’s free parking scheme.
Anzac Day trading enabled, shop hours extended
Anzac Day shopping will be allowed at suburban supermarkets for the first time, and the option to open 24 hours on other days has also been extended.
Old CBD nightclub to become 20-storey tower
A $300m tower will transform part of the city’s skyline, make a workplace for hundreds – and replace the long-closed Planet nightclub.
Don’t rush to lift the shutdown
South Australia must hold its nerve on maintaining restrictions and not cave in to “cowboy” calls for fast relaxation or risk an escalation of COVID cases, the AMA’s Dr Chris Moy says.
Lockdown panda passions spark new hopes for Zoo pair
A mid-lockdown breakthrough in the difficult art of panda breeding in Hong Kong has sparked new hopes for Adelaide’s not-so-loved-up pair.
Plan on playtime for homeschooled kids
Growing numbers of students are expected to be schooled from home next term. But the SA Children’s Commissioner says there is an important element parents need to remember.
Pride of our Premier as holidays go on hold
This would usually be the time of year when holiday makers hit the road, but regional leaders are reporting the public has generally done the right thing and stayed home.
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