Toxic sea claims cute furry friend in latest tragedy
Scenes of despair on South Australia’s coastlines show no signs of abating, with a penguin the latest animal to wash up dead as a result of the toxic algae crisis.
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Ranked: The Eyre Peninsula’s top 50 footballers of 2025
The Eyre Peninsula is stacked with star country footy talent so we’ve drawn from the region’s four main leagues to rank the top 50 players of 2025. See who made the cut.
Coast of despair: Red stain on SA map shows algal calamity
Towns and businesses along the usually bustling Yorke Peninsula are struggling to survive, as the once-beautiful sea that draws tourists grows sicker by the day.
‘Like Black Saturday’: SA algal crisis to go national
More than 450 marine species have been found washed up dead on SA coasts as the algal crisis is compared to the Black Saturday bushfires, finally prompting a federal approach.
Revealed: SA’s next generation footy stars
SA has no shortage of young footy talent and these are the under-16s set to become stars of the future. See who made the list.
Bizarre shrine found in search for missing head at Port Lincoln
A second day of a new search for Julian Story’s missing head has uncovered a bizarre find near a cemetery.
Port’s saviour? Son of a gun in 20-goal local footy belting
The son of a former AFL premiership player has revealed dreams of following in his dad’s footsteps after kicking a whopping 20 goals in a regional footy match.
Heartbreaking reason parents refuse to open son’s mail
Unopened packages by the door of this Port Lincoln family’s home are a cruel reminder of a life taken far too soon.
Huge part of SA on alert for wild weather, 100km/h wind gusts
Ferries could be out of action and locals are being warned to stay indoors as parts of the state brace for damaging 100k/h wind gusts on Monday.
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Here’s what you can expect with today’s Port Lincoln weather
As winter sets in what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Port Lincoln weather
As winter sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Port Lincoln weather
As winter sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (SACAT) hearings for Friday, July 25
Here is a list of the hearings at the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal today.
Main roads to race tracks: See the big changes to 2026 TDU routes
Wondering where to watch and what to avoid driving in the great race? Here’s all you need to know about 2026’s TDU routes.
Worst you’ve ever seen: Horror photos reveal SA’s eco disaster
Never seen before underwater footage revealed a horror scene of total devastation as deadly algae bloom reduces pristine South Aussie ocean to dark ruins.
Seafood jobs in peril as algal bloom hits SA hotspot hard
The future of 80 seafood industry workers is in doubt after two major mussel producers were handed four-week shutdown orders.
Holey hell! South Australia’s worst pothole hotspots revealed
The Adelaide Hills is just one of the regions at the top of the list as complaints from motorists rise. See the map.
Common virus tears ‘inseparable’ twins apart
Twins Ava and Valli have always been inseparable. But a recent bout of a common illness has torn the three-year-olds, and their family, apart.
Ditters deliver: 10 things we learned in local SA footy
The reigning AdFL div one premier bounced back for an important comeback win on Saturday, remaining on top of the ladder with finals fast approaching. See what we learned from the weekend’s country and suburban footy action.
Footy club risks losing historic oval access after 60 years
A country footy club faces a fight to stay on its historic home ground, because the local council says it’s too unsafe and should primarily be used for horses.
Watch replays: Double delight, Contax through to grand finals
While the night ended in elimination for two teams, Contax are thriving as they seal an impressive double division win to make th Reserves and Premier grand finals. All replays from Friday night are now available to watch.
Ranked: The South East’s top 40 footballers of 2025
SA’s South East is packed with star country footy talent, so we’ve drawn from the region’s three main leagues to rank the top 40 players of 2025. See who made the cut.
So long, Sugar Man: Huge queues for beloved shop’s last day
Hundreds of fans of the popular CBD patisserie were willing to wait for one final taste of their signature pastry treats. See the video.
Worrying toxic algal sign just under the surface we’ve all missed
A Port Wakefield fisherman says deep sea fish are now being caught in less than two metres of water as the toxic algal bloom continues to wreak havoc on SA’s marine ecosystem.
‘We tried really hard’: SA hotspot announces sudden closure
An Italian cafe that once fed Australian pop royalty will shut down after only nine months of operation, much to the shock of its regular customers.
Tourism towns face ruin as algae crisis threatens summer holidays
Regions reliant on summer tourism fear ‘there’ll be no town left’ as algae, toxic foam, and dead fish scare off holidayers, with more than half of one caravan park’s bookings already cancelled.
‘Miracle’ set of events that brought mum-of-two back from the dead
A young single mum was getting ready for a date when her heart suddenly stopped beating. What happened next was nothing short of a miracle.
Bedford back from brink as Mali millions buy lifeline for 1400 staff
The Premier says the disability not-for-profit was “all over red rover” if it was forced to go into voluntary administration.
Crows are thriving off the hype — but you won’t see them buy into it
Jake Soligo knows it’s cliche, but the Crows won’t be caught looking past anyone in the run to September, as Adelaide nears its first finals series since that 2017 Grand Final smashing.
$1m drug bust case rocked by cop’s alleged misconduct
An ex-Boost Juice boss says his $1m weed bust conviction should be overturned because a police officer who gave evidence at his trial was charged a month later.
Truckie busted for hidden $140k crime-syndicate delivery
A truckie who drove $142,000 in cash to Adelaide from NSW hidden inside a ute should have known something was wrong, a judge says.
Ken denies Port waved white flag in historic Showdown humiliation
Ken Hinkley says his players did not wave the white flag in their historic Showdown defeat to the Crows, saying the result indicated just how big the gulf between the two rivals is at the moment.
Five to Try: SA’s crispiest hot chip picks revealed
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Fans of crunchy, salty, deep-fried potatoey goodness flock to these Adelaide hotspots to get their hot chip fix. Here are five of the best.
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