Police officer injured during brazen Tailem Bend pursuit
A police officer has been rushed to hospital after a driver collided into them following a pursuit in Tailem Bend.
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Race caller in hospital after bite of bad luck on Christmas Eve
A former radio presenter and iconic SA race caller has unexpectedly ended up in hospital on Christmas Eve.
Attempted murder accused behind bars for Christmas
A northern suburbs man has faced court for the first time after allegedly stabbing another man “multiple times” overnight.
Alleged killer driver allowed to travel interstate for family holidays
A man accused of killing a “cherished and beloved daughter” when he allegedly mounted a kerb at 80km/h has been allowed to fly to NSW for a family trip.
Woman allegedly sexually assaulted in Adelaide’s south
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman aged in her 40s, was allegedly sexually assaulted in Adelaide’s south earlier this month.
Twist in case of alleged blackmailer after man was shot
A man has faced court charged with blackmail after another man was allegedly shot and stabbed outside his home.
‘Unplannable’: Huge twist behind Adelaide council library
Multiple unexpected tragedies led Lizzy to this Adelaide library – which is now opening up its doors in a way the city’s never seen.
First look: New images of $150m town centre plan
Fresh images of a huge $150m development have been revealed for a booming town north of Adelaide, featuring the likely largest Drakes in SA.
First houses sold as 500-home West Lakes estate hits 5 storeys
First homebuyers are snapping up townhouses in the high $600,000s in a “unique” new $450m neighbourhood – parts of which will now rise to five storeys.
Ranked: Top 40 Adelaide Footy League players of the 21st Century
The Adelaide Footy League has been stacked with top-end talent throughout the 21st Century so we’ve ranked the best of the bunch. See our top 40 players of the past 25 years.
Blockbusters galore: Download your 2025 SANFL fixture poster
The 2025 SANFL and SANFLW fixtures have been released and they are stacked with massive games. Download your poster of the full schedule.
‘No other option’: Local SA footy league makes AFL Gather Round call
One of SA’s top community footy competitions will play through AFL Gather Round, becoming the second local league so far to clash with the footy festival in 2025.
SA footy legend fears coaches are playing down concussion
A former Port Adelaide chief executive and Norwood playing great says some amateur footy coaches are risking players’ health with their handling of concussion.
Secret fortune: ‘Toxic’ Ellen’s last laugh
“Toxic” comedian Ellen DeGeneres is climbing back up after a string of controversy but a hidden empire may have saved her.
How much is a home with a view worth in Australia?
Home hunters can expect to fork out up to $800,000 more for a home with a view in Australia — but it depends on the type.
‘Musical properties’ for royals at Christmas
Members of the royal family have a plethora of lavish properties to choose from at Christmas and they aren’t afraid to move.
Ryan Reynolds’ astonishing property portfolio revealed
Hollywood super couple Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively have a massive property portfolio built on their fame.
Stork joins Santa down the chimney as family welcomes Xmas baby
A beautiful family is thrilled after the unexpected Christmas Day birth of a baby girl completes their household.
The incredible tales of our lifesaving South Aussie heroes
From a teen who pulled a woman from a house fire to a five year old boy who saved his dad’s life, these South Australians stepped up in terrifying moments of need.
SA’s most popular baby names for 2024 revealed
There has been a change at the top of SA’s most popular baby names list that may have something to do with the royals. Did your name make the cut?
Mother caught smuggling drugs into prison learns fate
An Adelaide mother who smuggled drugs into jail for her then partner to “prove her love” has had her sentence handed down.
Influencer stuns in untraditional wedding gown
Influencer Poppy Radbone wore an untraditional wedding gown when she tied the knot to long time love rapper J-MILLA.
Ranked: The 24 best restaurant dishes from across SA in 2024
Delicious, delightful and truly decadent dishes from across South Australia, ranked by SA Weekend food reviewers.
Youths run amok in eastern suburbs crime spree
One teen has been arrested after a crime spree across Adelaide including a series of break-ins and car thefts in the eastern suburbs.
Fancy features revealed in $150m Heysen Tunnels upgrade
It has frustrated Adelaide Hills commuters for months but a $150 million upgrade to the Heysen Tunnels is now complete. Take a look at the new features that have been installed.
Santa Paws visits SA Zoos as animals dig into Christmas gifts
From Adelaide lemurs to Monarto’s rhinos, the residents of SA Zoo’s were spoiled with festive treats on Christmas Day.
Launch of Adelaide’s newest adventure park postponed
The official opening of Adelaide’s newest adventure park, featuring some of SA’s longest ziplines and exciting treetop obstacles, has been pushed back from Boxing Day.
Rapist learns fate after deplorable sexual abuse of homeless girl
A northern suburbs man has been handed a sentence after he took a “vulnerable” homeless teen into his care and sexually abused her.
Cruel Christmas: Homeless tent sleepers fear eviction over holidays
Rachel Gallacher will spend Christmas in her tent wondering if council will evict her – having already been forcibly moved without notice three times in the last four months.
‘Sick to the stomach’: SAPOL treat Onkaparinga Hills fire as suspicious
Both SA fire authorities and the Premier have blasted a potential firebug as SAPOL treats Monday’s Onkaparinga Hills fire as suspicious.
Alleged thieves use bizarre device in attempted Christmas theft
A police patrol has found two men allegedly trying to steal mail from an Australia Post letter box in Adelaide’s southern suburbs.
Iconic beach town’s pontoon saved in time for Christmas
A beachside town’s council has confirmed the return of the iconic swimming pontoon after it was in danger of being beached due to cost.
Bushfire warning downgraded in Adelaide’s south
The CFS have instructed residents affected by a bushfire in the Onkaparinga area to monitor the situation after their earlier warning was downgraded.
‘Why me?’: Identical twin baby amputated after rare diagnosis
Christina Forster said she is preparing for the day one of her twin baby boys asks her “why me?” after a rare condition left him without a leg.
‘Through the roof’: Charities struggle with rising Christmas demand
More than 10,000 families have been supported this year by UnitingSA’s Port Adelaide centre as the cost of living crisis cuts into Christmas.
Behind the screens: Meet SA’s next generation of filmmakers
Lights, cameras, action, these South Aussies are taking the state’s screen industry back to levels of activity not seen since its 1970 glory days. See who to watch.
Driver blows unbelievable alcohol reading on same day as double fatal
A woman has hit two cars in an Adelaide shopping centre, then allegedly recorded a breath test so extreme that experts say it could kill you.
Go-kart to no kart for loophole-seeking disqualified driver
A man without a drivers licence has now been reported for using his plan B means of transport to get around town.
Fireys’ game changing new gift
They’ve been using equipment rolled out in the aftermath of Ash Wednesday. Now Santa has delivered our fireys a much needed gift.
Must reads: Meet 15 SA children authors and illustrators
From a teen author to a former child psychologist turned best-selling author, you may not know these homegrown storytellers but there’s a good chance your kids do.
Riverland man hit with multiple child sexual charges
A Riverland man is set to face court charged over alleged child sexual offending, including failing to report contact with kids.
Minor miracle as youths escape kangaroo carnage unscathed
A teenage driver and his young passenger have received a Christmas miracle, emerging from a wild crash when they swerved to dodge a kangaroo.
Second woman dies on SA roads in one day
A second person has been killed on the road during a horror start to South Australia’s Christmas holidays.
Historic SA pub turned into apartments under plan
It’s been sitting empty for years – now one of SA’s most historic former pubs will get a new life under a plan for new apartments.
SA’s full Christmas weather reveal drops a real hot tip
Adelaide’s in for a cracker Christmas, but the capital won’t be alone in this sizzling South Aussie festive season, the national forecaster says. See the BOM predictions.
Two celebrations in one for Mount Gambier’s newest centenarian
Noela Hellyer will be presented with a special surprise at her 100th birthday party on Christmas Day – a letter from King Charles, who the centenarian thinks is “quite attractive”.
Kings of the ocean: Meet SA’s fisho families
SA is known across the world for its seafood, from the lobsters down south or the tuna of Port Lincoln. But who are the families behind the fish?
Foul farmer with sick animal obsession learns fate
An SA farmer kept his sick fascination for animals hidden “from everyone” for decades, including his long-term partner, a court has heard.
‘Don’t jail me, I’ll lose my job’: Disgraced MP’s plea to judge
An MP who stole more than $400,000 from underprivileged youths has begged a judge to delay sentencing until after his appeal – so his seat in parliament is safe.
‘Don’t be a Grinch’: Bank loans on SA farmers’ Christmas wish list
Some farmers have called it the most challenging year of their lives, and with the new year fast approaching, there is another challenge looming over the horizon.
The faces of 12 slain South Australians
In just 12 months, twelve grandmothers, fathers, siblings and friends died by violence – but they are more than a statistic. These are their stories.
Power 100: See how our readers ranked SA’s most influential
Did you agree with The Advertiser’s rankings of the state’s most powerful people in the 2024 Power 100? Now see how our readers voted.
SA’s most epic fine dodger racks up near $400k bill
Two South Australians from the same tiny town have been exposed as the state’s worst fine evaders, owing almost $730k between them. See the full list.
Mali ‘chooses words carefully’ as cracks show in Whyalla steelworks debacle
Uncertainty remains over when the Whyalla steelworks blast furnace will become fully operational, with Premier Peter Malinauskas appearing uncharacteristically frustrated by the situation.
Identity of man who allegedly attacked female cop revealed
The man accused of trying to murder police officers with a sword has fronted court, handcuffed to a wall.
Woman killed in early morning hit run
A woman has been killed and another arrested following a hit and run in the state’s north.
Police lay major charge after horrific Port Augusta sword attack
A man will face court after a police officer was flown to Adelaide for surgery following shocking scenes at an alleged domestic violence call out.
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