Bizarre details revealed in trio’s violent workshop shooting
A man just diagnosed with cancer took two mates to confront an Royal Park workshop owner – and shot him in the chest. Now a court’s been told why.
West & Beaches
Glamour queen’s side hustle catapults award-winning career
It started as an escape but before long this young Adelaide woman quit her day job, took her side gig full timenow she has been named the best in the biz.
Man wails in court after allegedly trying to flee country on drug charges
An Adelaide man has wailed and cried in court after he and a woman allegedly tried to flee the country charged with multiple drug offences.
Tree terror: Scared to walk outside but council refuses to act
A council has refused to deal with two 25m trees that drop limbs on nearby properties, with one elderly woman now too frightened to walk in her garden.
Kitten dramatically plucked from five-star hotel fountain
Quick-thinking concierge staff saved a ginger kitty, giving him a second chance at life with political pedigree. Meet Thomas Playford II and your 120+ cutest cat finalists.
West Lakes warning as new algae alarm sounds on 2 popular spots
The toxic algae bloom is not going away in a hurry, SA’s environment minister has warned, as she reveals a possible timeframe and two future at-risk areas.
Compo demand: Govt grabs park, land for $100m defence road fix
The state government is taking over community land and a cultural park for major defence road upgrades – but the local council wants cash.
Oh my! What big teeth you have … Aussie beach horror bites
A monster great white shark has been taken away by Fisheries officers as more marine life – including a dead dolphin – wash ashore along the SA coast. See the incredible photos.
Major move on knives as dangerous trend sweeps state
A worrying knife-crime trend in SA has prompted the introduction of strict new laws, and a warning for weapons to be surrendered in a three-month amnesty or face the consequences.
SA’s coast set for its hottest summer
Adelaide’s coastal market is tipped for its strongest summer ever. Find out what all the fuss is about and why so many are answering the call of the coast.
An old-meets-new stunner with the lot
It’s got every must-have item most luxury buyers are looking for – character home, swimming pool, tennis court. The fourth? A prized Unley Park address.
How Christies Beach could be the next Glenelg
The sale of a run-down shopping centre at Christies Beach could spark the change residents are crying out for.
A brilliant Prospect
A Prospect home has been given a breathtaking makeover and is ready for a family to move in and fall in love with it. With a court, a pool and an entertainer’s pavilion, the only thing missing is you
Need to Know
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Outer Harbor 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 04
Here is a list of the hearings at the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal today.
Everybody facing Port Adelaide Magistrates Court, Friday, July 4
Here is a list of matters listed at Port Adelaide Magistrates Court on July 4.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Outer Harbor weather
As winter sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
North Adelaide alleged meth chef wins freedom over massive delay
A chef accused of cooking up 5kg of meth in his unit is back in court, which heard police were seeking a year-long delay in his case.
High-profile SA Liberal MP pulls pin on politics
Another SA Liberal has turned their back on politics, issuing a parting shot that politics “shouldn’t be about sledging”.
Gun-toting, drug-dealing alleged bikie in tragic mercy bid
He’s pleaded guilty to serious gun and drugs charges but this alleged Comanchero bikie has asked to be freed from jail for a few weeks after a family tragedy.
Revealed: SA suburbs with highest childcare costs
Families in 20 South Australian suburbs are spending thousands on childcare each week. See how much you’ll pay depending on where you live.
Charged Adelaide cop pleads not guilty, co-accused in court
An Adelaide police officer will stand trial after pleading not guilty to claims she misused confidential information – with a co-accused now also in court.
AFL legend tipped to make shock return for an SA footy club
AFL champion Dustin Martin has been tipped to pull the boots back on for the first time since retirement and play for an SA footy club. See the truth behind the rumour.
Ranked: Barossa Light and Gawler’s top 35 footballers
The Barossa Light and Gawler Football Association features some of the best country footballers in SA, so we’ve ranked the competition’s top 35 players for 2025. See who made the cut.
Race to 100: Local SA footy’s top 20 goalkickers of 2025
The local footy season is in full swing and several star forwards are surging toward the 100-mark. See the players topping the leaderboard for goals kicked so far in 2025.
Ranked: The Southern Football League’s top 35 players of 2025
There is plenty of star power in the Southern Football League this season so we’ve ranked the 35 best players in the competition for 2025. See who made the cut.
Why the new Mount Barker hospital cost is staggeringly high
Construction on the main building of the new Mount Barker Hospital has started – but the cost has risen by nearly $46m.
Two Wells motorcyclist identified after tragic crash
A “kind-hearted, loving father of three” has sadly become the 39th life lost on SA roads, after a crash near a notorious Two Wells intersection.
Elite Adelaide private school accused of ripping off 90 staff
St Peter’s College, one of Adelaide’s top private schools, is facing penalties of up to $930,000 after allegedly underpaying 91 support staff.
SA builder under fire as couple bring ill newborn to defective home
An SA builder that promised SA families their dream homes is accused of leaving them with incomplete defective homes while they lose their hard earned money.
Readers’ choice: SA’s top business minds under 40 revealed
From violin-playing AI luminaries to global tattoo empire kings, South Australia is home to many talented young entrepreneurs. See who made the readers’ cut.
Approved: Controversial 20-storey high-rises for Adelaide’s east
A push to allow 20-storey apartment buildings in Adelaide’s eastern suburbs has been approved, paving the way for the tallest building outside the CBD.
Man accused of horror threats on top school makes bail bid – again
A “master hacker” has made another bid for freedom after he allegedly made a series of threats, including to boil Adelaide high school students in oil.
First look: Inside the new eatery and bar taking over city hotspot
City dining institution Parlamento is gone and in its place is an Italian-inspired, all-day eatery and bar by the team behind the Strathmore Hotel. See inside.
Sick reason man drives car bursting in flames
CCTV has captured the shocking moment a quick-thinking man was forced into a flaming car after it was set alight by arsonists. See the wild footage.
Aboriginal remains fears as LIV Golf course works to churn up Parklands
The transformation of the North Adelaide Golf Course into a world-class championship venue risks disturbing ancestral remains, and needs the guidance of traditional owners.
Battling SANFL club parts ways with senior coach
Adam Hartlett’s West Adelaide SANFL coaching career is over, just a month after he took personal leave to prioritise his wellbeing, and as the Bloods languish with a 1-10 win-loss record.
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