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27th December 2024

Two sailors dead as tragedy strikes Sydney to Hobart

Two sailors have died in separate incidents on a tragic first night of the Sydney to Hobart on the yachts Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline.

‘We want it to be over’: Skipper reveals revolting conditions on board

Overnight, the Sydney to Hobart fleet has been struck by tragedy with two sailors killed and another hurled overboard in a treacherous night on the ocean. Follow our LIVE updates.

Elite school’s rich parent pressure may impact SACE, ex-teacher claims

A former teacher from an elite SA private school claims it allowed the resubmission of plagiarised work potentially affecting SACE results.

NDIS change frees up hospital beds

A major issue that has long plagued the National Disability and Insurance Scheme has dramatically improved, freeing up vital health resources.

Price of love: Inside the engagements of SA’s rich and famous

Ever wondered how much Adelaide’s A-listers spend on their engagement rings? We’ve done the window shopping to break down the 2024 price tags.

Man arrested after violent western suburbs break-in

Police have arrested a man after he assaulted a woman who confronted him during a break-in at a gift shop.

All the changes coming on January 1

From welfare payments and price increases to new laws and regulations, here are some of the biggest changes coming.

US tourist slams Australia for rampant anti-Semitism

A Jewish tourist holidaying in Australia says former Love Island star Sadee Sub Laban attacked them in a park, calling them ‘children killers’ and telling them to get out.

Big changes coming to Kmart and Target

Discount chains Kmart and Target saw huge demand this festive season for goods appealing to both kids and adults – and expect more “big trends” in the new year.

River Torrens closed after dangerous bacteria detected in water

High levels of a dangerous bacteria have been detected in the River Torrens, forcing closures while water quality improvement works are underway.

Kohli learns his fate over Konstas collision

Indian cricket veteran Virat Kohli has learned his fate after his “pathetic” act with youngster Sam Konstas on Boxing Day.

Mystery and heartache as rare Adelaide tree suddenly dies

The exotic species is supposed to live for up to 400 years, but questions are bubbling about why its life was prematurely cut short.

Grieving families hit with new year death tax hike

Grieving families will be hit with an increase to the cost of death certificates – months after the state government lifted fees and charges across the board.

Most audacious Aussie debut ever: Cricket world goes nuts for Konstas

Welcome to Konball. Australian cricket has found the superstar it has been looking for as Sam Konstas played an innings on the opening morning of the Boxing Day Test that will neve...

Huge Great White spotted at popular Adelaide beach

A Great White Shark has been spotted at a popular beach in Adelaide’s west on Boxing Day.

The rest is … world domination? Mali named top pollie by global hit show

Premier Peter Malinauskas has been named “foreign politician of the year” by the hosts of the massively popular UK podcast The Rest is Politics. Find out why.

Fears bureaucratic bungling could cost grower $100k fine

The owners of a quarantined tomato seedling business say they have sunk to a new low and fear a massive fine after a dispute with state government bureaucrats.

‘No evidence’: Shock twist as $25m Woolies fire case axed

It caused $25m in damage, but all charges have been dropped against the two teens accused of starting the massive fire that destroyed the Stirling Woolworths last year. Find out wh...

Druggie smugglers: Prison guard sentenced for bringing contraband into prison

A Mount Gambier Prison Officer has learned his fate after conspiring with prisoners and a co-offender to sneak in tobacco and illicit drugs inside their underwear.

‘Betrayal of trust’: Perverted school teacher jailed for vile acts

A drunk Adelaide primary school teacher is behind bars after he preyed on multiple students, which was slammed by a judge as an “appalling” breach of trust.