Chook poo factory refuses to pay fine for unbearable stench
Locals say on some days, the odour from a chook poo factory is “unbearable” – but the processor is refusing to pay a fine, blaming something else entirely.
Environment & Climate
How to turn your roof into a home power plant – and earn money
You’ve got the solar panels on your roof, but how can you earn money for feeding power into the grid – and which scheme offers the most? Compare all the deals here.
The market failed – now Canberra should take over the power grid
Back in the 1940s, SA premier Tom Playford took control of electricity supply. After last week’s power debacle, Michael McGuire says the new PM should follow his lead.
Weekly waste collection scrapped in council bin overhaul
In a state first, one suburban council has given the green light to a new system for rubbish pick-up – and residents “love it”.
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What’s up, Doc? Dolphin freed from fishing line after six days
After an intricate rescue mission, Doc the Port River dolphin has been freed after being hooked on a fishing line for six days.
A perfect plant planner! See what will grow in your suburb
Having trouble establishing a healthy garden? Botanic Garden green thumbs have created a nifty tool to recommend the perfect plants for your area – try it here.
Two more reservoirs to open for hiking and picnics
The next two reservoirs on the fringes of Adelaide to be opened to the public for outdoor activities have been announced.
‘SA doesn’t need fresh water’: Nationals renew Murray stunt
A Nationals MP has made bizarre claims about “The Science” on the second day of the party’s doomed attempt to destroy the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
SA politicians unite to stare down Nationals’ water threat
In a rare show of unity, South Australian senators and MPs are vowing to jointly defy any push by the National Party to “blow up” the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
Easy being green: Help us recognise SA’s environmental champions
We want to shine a light on South Australia’s environment heroes. Nominate a worthy candidate and they could win $10,000 for their cause.
Fears water tank ‘loophole’ will cost homeowners
A planning “loophole” will encourage builders to avoid plumbing rainwater tanks to new homes – leaving homeowners to pay for costly retrofitting, it is claimed.
AI anti-cat bots deployed to take on KI ferals
Cats are known for stealth but the feral predators may struggle to escape this flashy new weapon that is always watching and waiting to unleash its arsenal.
Mapped: How green is your suburb?
Satellite images have revealed how Adelaide’s green cover has changed over the past 30 years. Use our map to see how green your suburb is, and which suburbs desperately lack vegetation.
Counting the cost of climate change
On top of the devastating effects on the environment, a warming planet will bring with it an enormous human cost as heat-related health conditions skyrocket.
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