$195m lost: South Australia’s worst pokie hotspots
This is where South Australians have lost $195 million on pokies. Search and check our interactive table to see if it’s where you live and how your suburb compares.
Port Lincoln
Businesses ‘on their knees’ as SA coastal towns fight to stay afloat
Yorke Peninsula businesses warn the region faces a ‘ghost town’ future as the brutal impacts of SA’s toxic algae crisis continues.
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.
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.
Need to Know
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.
South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (SACAT) hearings for Monday, July 28
Here is a list of the hearings at the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal today.
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.
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.
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.
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.
70yo charged after child abuse material allegedly found on phone
A Murraylands pensioner man faces court after an international tip-off led police to allegedly discover child abuse material on his phone.
Car in flames after serious crash in Adelaide’s west
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash after a car burst into flames in Adelaide’s west.
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.
A crash, a gunshot and a man killed: What we know about fatal suburban shooting
Mystery still surrounds the death of a 53-year-old grandfather during a dispute that turned tragic over the weekend, as police make breakthrough arrests.
All torn up: Unexpected reaction to my sad fashion tragedy
When the messages are coming from as far afield as Germany, you know your latest social media effort has struck an odd chord, writes Tom Bowden.
‘Commander in cheat’: Trump golf video goes viral
Social media users are having a field day after a caddy’s shameless act during Donald Trump’s round of golf in Scotland was captured on camera.
Alleged ‘he needs to die’ throat slitter makes bid to move home
A woman accused of slitting her husband’s throat while telling him “you’ll bleed out soon” has asked a court to move home while she awaits psychological assessment.
Man flees police after popular cafe, patrol car rammed and cop hurt
Police say a woman was sheltering inside a northern-eastern suburbs cafe after an altercation before a man reversed a car into the building and rammed a cop car.
Massive fallen tree blacks out top school, causes traffic chaos
A major road is set to be closed for up to 24 hours and power is out at one of Adelaide’s top schools after a 20m-tall gum toppled over in the night.
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