Afternoon edition: Cocaine cop’s stun ning response to string of charges

Email An SA Police officer who was due to stand trial for drug trafficking has had a last-minute change of heart.

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Today's top stories Cocaine cop’s stunning response to string of charges An SA Police officer who was due to stand trial for drug trafficking has had a last-minute change of heart. READ MORE   Suburban Adelaide sushi bars on the chopping block The future of a group of Japanese eateries across Adelaide, including outlets in two of SA’s larger sushi chains, is in limbo following their collapse into administration. READ MORE   ‘What’: Aussie boss defends PA requirements A job advertisement is dividing Aussies online, with some baffled by the very specific work requirements. READ MORE   ‘Going to be in a wheelchair’: Cricket star’s MS battle One of the country’s most successful cricketers has opened up about living with a debilitating disease – and how she’s continued playing sport at the highest level. 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There’s a new Superman in cinemas and the stars of are Fantastic Four coming to Australia next week, but after years of dominance superhero movies are facing an existential crisis READ MORE   The chilling moment that changed TV star’s life forever The moment Fox Sports journalist Sam Squiers caught the eye of a terrified young mother in a far-flung country, she knew the look all too well. But she also knew she could help. READ MORE   Aussie fined $740k after backyard discovery An Aussie builder, who fought tooth and nail with council - even securing engineering approval - for a double-decker cubby house for his daughter, is now staring down a $740k fine. READ MORE   Newsletters Today's Paper +Rewards Want to change how you receive these emails? Manage your newsletter preferences or unsubscribe from this newsletter. Sent by The Advertiser, GPO Box 339, Adelaide SA 5001, Australia.