Oops! Car goes over cliff into Sturt Gorge
A car has rolled down a Flagstaff Hill street, and plunged over a cliff into Sturt Gorge. Why? You can probably guess…
South Australia
Forklift destroyed in aerosol fire at Kilburn
Forklifts moving empty aerosol cans sparked an industrial fire at Kilburn that destroyed a heavy-duty vehicle and caused $300,000 damage, the MFS says.
Jessica’s potty idea has breast intentions
A self-taught artist is doing her bit to keep local charities from going bust.
Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency may be useless
Facebook currency Libra is unlikely to make a difference to underprivileged people’s access to financial services.
Mum who ‘bribed own son’ finally faces court
A mum who allegedly bribed her own son — who was issuing drivers’ licences in exchange for cash to pay escorts — has finally faced court after missing three dates.
New BMX dirt tracks for parklands
Plans for new and improved BMX tracks for the Adelaide parklands aim to attract the young and inexperienced as well as more advanced riders.
Two men carjack woman in Port Wakefield
Two men are on the run after carjacking a woman north of Adelaide on Thursday night and escaping a police helicopter.
Concert lifts young high flyers up, up and away
Grahame Baker-Smith’s book FArTHER has been set to music with animation for an Adelaide Symphony Orchestra family show.
Our driest July in 12 years
SA has just experienced its driest first seven months of the year since 1970. And the outlook for the start of spring is still dry.
Adelaide’s fourth measles case this year
A teenager has contracted measles while in Europe, with SA Health releasing a list of where she went while infectious.
Fastest trip you’ll ever see through Oaklands Crossing
Motorists can now drive through the real thing, but this timelapse shows you the new Oaklands Crossing as you’ve never seen it before.
Gone sideways: Truck flips, driver unhurt
A truck has rolled in the Adelaide CBD — luckily the driver escaped without injury.
Burst water main floods street
A quiet street in Adelaide’s northeast suburbs became an instant waterway on Thursday morning when an underground pipe ruptured.
Helping hand for battling farmers
Two young busking brothers saddened by the devastating plight of SA farmers used their enterprising talents to raise $9500 towards a $150,000 Qantas and Rural Aid bale drop-off for starving livestock.
Return of the trams to end traffic chaos
Frustrated motorists grappling with traffic restrictions down King William St can rejoice – it will be business as usual today.
Guns found in traffic stop | CBD street robbery
Police searching an unlicensed driver’s car have also turned up 1.3kg of methamphetamine, guns and a large amount of cash. Meanwhile, four teenagers have been arrested over the alleged knifepoint robbery of a man in the CBD.
Free rides on Victor Harbor horse tram
Families are being encouraged to head to Victor Harbor during August, to take advantage of free horse-drawn tram rides for children to Granite Island.
App a direct line to safety for women
An Adelaide-made app to provide emergency contact to women at risk of violence has already helped 46 people since launch.
Man dies after Aldinga crash
A driver has died in a crash south of Adelaide after veering from the road into a tree.
‘Drunk’ driver crashes into tree, blows 0.252
A woman who crashed into a tree in Adelaide’s east last night allegedly blew more than five times the legal alcohol limit. Meanwhile, there has been a serious crash in Aldinga.
Red alert for animals and plants on the brink
Have you seen any of these animals now listed as endangered? Many more have been classified as such, while their populations decline in the wild.
Man arrested over fishing line trap
Police have arrested a man and charged him with three counts of endangering life after fishing line was found strung up across a path and driveway in the southern suburbs.
Man’s ‘stupid’ burnout ends in tragedy
An Adelaide man who brazenly did a burnout in front of police, before speeding away from them, tragically died moments later after smashing into a tree.
Extra police patrols as more fishing line traps reported
The Police Minister has promised more patrols after fishing line was found strung up at head height across footpaths in Adelaide’s south — as more traps are reported across the area.
Grief over brother’s ‘stupid’ final decision
The grieving brother of a young man who died while evading police at Normanville on Monday has visited the crash site, saying he died because of a “stupid decision”.
Adelaide seller’s $100k Woolies toy sale falls over
A rare Woolworths collectable toy was heading to the highest bidder for $100,000, until that crazy price wasn’t paid.
Driver fleeing police dies in horror crash
Two men have died after two horrific crashes on the Fleurieu Peninsula – one did a burnout in front of police, sped away and hit a tree.
Feel like you’re always stuck in traffic? This is why
Aussies are commuting for longer, with Adelaide commuters spending nearly an hour each day travelling to and from work, a new report reveals.
Premier’s $12k bill for chauffeur car rides
More than $18,000 was spent by Premier Steven Marshall and Innovation and Skills Minister David Pisoni on luxury chauffeured vehicles during a 10-day trip to the United States, it’s been revealed.
Stolen car runs out of petrol | Knife-wielding man robs pub
Two men have been arrested after their allegedly stolen car ran out of petrol in Adelaide’s south. Meanwhile, police are searching for a knife-wielding man who robbed a West Lakes pub.
Man hits tree, dies following burnout
A man has died hitting a tree after performing a burnout in front of cops and speeding off on the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia.
Upgrade underway at old WCH
A $50 million “sustainment” program has begun at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital, the last major upgrade expected before the new one is built.
Adut a force of change for Meghan
Adelaide model Adut Akech has been personally chosen by Meghan Markle for her Vogue edition, as one of 14 women around the world who have become “forces for change”.
Drunk idiot crashes at hotel car park
A man has left a western suburbs pub and immediately crashed his unregistered, uninsured car into a neighbouring backyard.
‘Sick’ trap injures woman on Adelaide footpath
A woman suffered a painful neck injury after a series of disturbing fishing line traps were strung up at neck height in Adelaide’s south, sparking fears someone could be badly injured or even killed.
Dude, where’s my goat?
No kidding – a rogue goat seen wandering the industrial streets of Wingfield over the weekend has been rescued from a production factory and has found a new home.
Cult leader jailed for sex abuse
An Australian cult leader who dreamed of creating the “ideal human environment” has been jailed for the repeated sexual assault of a teenage girl.
Assistance dog barred from holiday park
A holiday park has denied entry to a family’s assistance dog. They say they’ve been discriminated against – but park staff say the law around accreditation is “blurry”.
The young people treating cyber safety as a joke
A survey of university students has revealed cyber safety messages are being ignored too often by young adults, prompting one Adelaide academic to question if we need to find a new approach.
Pilot, passenger hurt in crash
A man and a woman have been injured after a plane crash in SA’s far north. They have since been flown to the RAH, in a stable condition.
Man kicks police officer in face | Weapons found during CBD car search
A man who allegedly kicked a police officer in the face during a CBD arrest was being tracked on CCTV after suspected break-ins at Rundle Mall. An hour earlier, two men allegedly carrying knives and knuckle dusters were arrested after a car search on Pulteney St.
Emergency departments spill over
All metropolitan hospital emergency departments were treating more people than their capacity on Sunday, with waiting times exceeding two hours in the northern suburbs.
Campaign launched to crush train, tram privatisation
Angry train and tram drivers have launched a formal campaign against the privatisation of Adelaide services, as a shadow is cast over their future jobs.
Four survive burning ute after three-car crash
A woman and three boys miraculously escaped when their ute was hit by an oncoming car and burst into flames in the Murraylands.
Spiro meets his perfect match — romantically, and biologically
Organ donation has given Adelaide man Spiro Christopoulos two kidneys, a pancreas — and the love of his life, who just happened to be his perfect match in more ways than one.
Prepare yourself for ‘a few crazy’ Bachelorettes
Matt Agnew is intelligent, handsome and charismatic — it’s enough to make The Bachelor contestants go crazy. In fact, a few did, according to Adelaide entrant Cassandra Mamone.
Woman crashes into police car
A driver has crashed into an unmarked police car at Linden Park, leaving two injured.
Five arrested after assault outside pub
Five men have been arrested after a man was allegedly assaulted outside a Norwood pub.
Motorcyclist dies after slamming into car
A motorcyclist has died following a crash on a dirt road north of Adelaide — the second serious crash within hours on Saturday afternoon.
Car and truck collide at Telowie
A car driver has been flown to Adelaide with life threatening injuries after crashing into a truck in the state’s Mid North.
Why this leopard seal can change its spots
Don’t be fooled by the friendly fellow’s smile — leopard seals are the apex predator of the Antarctic. So what was he doing hanging out on SA’s Far West Coast? PLUS: Stunning photos of whales in the Bight.
Centre-square proposal for AFL umpire Eleni
The AFL’s first female field umpire, Eleni Glouftsis, has made her biggest decision on the MCG centre square — accepting a marriage proposal from fellow South Australian umpire Dillon Tee.
Banned drug-driver caught at nearly 200km/h
There are dangerous drivers and then there’s this menace, who tested positive to amphetamines, received an immediate driving ban, and just hours later was caught hooning at nearly 200km/h.
Man’s death at Collinswood not suspicious
Suspicious circumstances are not a factor in the discovery of a man’s body alongside one of Adelaide’s busiest roads, police say.
Suspicious fires cause car, house damage
A deliberately lit fire has damaged a house and car in Adelaide’s inner-north – the third suspicious blaze in as many hours overnight.
Stolen car driver arrested after pursuit
A man who led police on a pursuit in a stolen car across Adelaide’s north and western suburbs overnight has been arrested.
Solitaire slacker: Labor MP busted gaming in Parliament
First Labor MP Jon Gee was caught playing Solitaire and Freecell — but not five minutes later, he was captured on camera doing another thing he probably shouldn’t during Budget Estimates.
Leap in to vote for Walk of Fame nominees
The Adelaide Festival Centre has short-listed 12 nominees for the public vote to have their name included on its Walk of Fame.
Man charged with daughter’s murder faces court
A man charged with the murder of his daughter has made no application for bail during a bedside court hearing.
Sour grapes as Penfolds seeks to crush copycat
A saga involving Penfolds pursuing a copycat wine producer through the courts in Australia and China appears to be nearing an end.
All the video highlights from The City Awards 2019
Watch all the highlights – from the glitz and glam of our special night, to why our local businesses love The City Awards.
Brotherly love from Egypt to the Barossa
Two pairs of musical siblings will band together to perform at this year’s Barossa, Baroque & Beyond festival.
Father charged over daughter’s murder could apply for bail
A father charged over the alleged murder of 20-year-old Sabrina Lekaj has faced court from his Royal Adelaide Hospital bed, where his lawyer flagged a possible bail application in the coming weeks.
Teens still ‘best friends’ despite stabbing
Despite being stabbed by her classmate as they sat in school, a teenager says she’s forgiven her attacker and the two are still “best friends”.
Car crashes into Mount Lofty building
A driver and passenger are lucky to escape uninjured after crashing a car into an outbuilding on Mount Lofty Estate last night.
The toilet brush king flushed with success
Donald Hay defied a learning difficulty to become a global leader in making something that’s probably in every house. His family will farewell him today, after his death earlier this month.
At 80, footy legend ‘KG’ is still kicking goals
SA sport icon Ken ‘KG’ Cunningham is turning 80 today – but he says it feels like just yesterday was his 50th.
Parents in ‘total shock’ after son’s shooting
The parents of a teenage boy allegedly shot by his brother have spoken about the incident after rushing home from Greece.
Adelaide Festival announces 2020 opera centrepiece
Adelaide Festival has revealed its first opera for 2020 as part of a new partnership with Aix-en-Provence in France.
On the road to relief from roadwork horror
Commuters in the city’s south are still struggling with closures, but the way should be cleared up soon.
SA space industry sets flight path to 20,000 jobs
There’s no holding back as the Australian Space Agency fires up in Adelaide and sets targets of 20,000 new jobs and billions of dollars in economic growth. Buckle up — we’re ready for lift-off.
Gas power station bid to stay online another summer
The Torrens Island power station could run until next year, with operators asking to postpone the mothballing that was scheduled for this year.
All aboard for Yorkes express
Yorke Peninsula-bound holiday makers have been given a first look at the final plans for their Port Wakefield overpass.
How just one weekend in SA opened my eyes
Less than three hours after leaving her Melbourne office, bank executive Carolyn Bendall was luxuriating in the wonders of McLaren Vale — and completely changing her perception of South Australia.
The unmissable chance to revitalise our city
Introducing Future Adelaide — a new print and digital magazine that explores the exciting initiatives putting our state on the cutting edge. Find out the innovative plans for Lot Fourteen in the heart of the city.
Explosives haul found at rural properties
Police have found numerous explosives, detonators, cables and firearms at three properties in the Murray Mallee.
Woman dies after shower mistake
A woman died after taking a shower at her family’s farm near Adelaide, with her death caused by a “dodgy” bathroom fitting.
Dodgy gas heater caused shower death, inquest hears
A woman died from a non-compliant hot water system, which filled the makeshift bathroom with carbon monoxide, an inquest has heard.
Premier apologises for second robocall blunder
Adelaide Hills residents have been woken up in the early hours of the morning by the Liberal Party’s second “utterly unacceptable” robocall blunder. HEAR THE ROBOCALL AUDIO.
Serious crash closes parts of Northern Expressway
A car has crashed into a concrete pylon on the Northern Expressway in Munno Para Downs, leading to the closure of parts of the highway.
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