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3rd October 2024

Today's top stories

‘Do I hate you? I absolutely do’: Charlie’s family confronts careless driver

Charlie Stevens’ family has confronted Dhirren Singh Randhawa – the young driver responsible for the death of the SA police commissioner’s son – in an emotional court hearing.

‘We don’t have Charlie’: Stevens’ sad words for deadly driver

Grant and Emma Stevens have delivered emotional victim impact statements almost a year after they lost their son Charlie to a young man’s “dumb decision”.

Go-karts hit skid row: What’s next for iconic SA venue

Birthday parties, school holidays and so much more – Mega Fast Karts is closing next month. But what happens now?

‘Sympathetic to local heritage’: Developers lodge new plans for hotel site

Developers behind a failed 10-storey apartment plan for the Buckingham Arms hotel have made ‘significant changes’ in a bid for it to be approved. See the pics and have your say.

Clock is ticking as SAPOL admits ‘complex’ issue tough to beat

A new government survey reveals SA Police is facing a mass exodus of employees – and the police commissioner admits there’s room for improvement.

‘Farewell my friends’: ’80s TV host announces her own tragic death

Fiona MacDonald, host of ’80s game show It’s A Knockout, has lost her battle with motor neurone disease, penning a farewell to her friends in a heartbreaking social media post.

Local SA footy club swoops on Roosters champion for 2025

A star Magarey Medallist and five-time club champion has signed for a local SA footy club ahead of season 2025 after announcing his SANFL retirement this week.

‘Utterly sickening and vile’: Dutton challenges Mali over Oct 7 protests

Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has called on Peter Malinauskas to show leadership and stop pro-Palestinian protests planned for October 7 in Adelaide.

Where there’s smokes there’s fires as new blaze stokes tobacco war fears

Police have confirmed an early morning attack on a Torrensville shisha shop is being investigated by its special anti-tobacco taskforce.

’Done it his way’: Daniher retires on premiership high

Joe Daniher has spoken of his “incredible journey” at the Lions, helping the club climb into contention and finally to a flag, with the key forward announcing his retirment on Thur...

But wait, there’s four: Katy Perry announces yet another SA show

Katy Perry has added yet another South Aussie show after initially deciding to skip Adelaide on her Australian tour.

Adelaide Zoo in global hunt for new leader of the pack

Adelaide and Monarto zoos will be looking far afield for a new boss after the current veteran chief made a major career announcement.

Newest addition to Peel St dining strip is a cocktail of success

A new Mexican eatery has muscled in on trendy CBD dining strip Peel St. As our reviewer finds, it is poised to set tongues wagging for more than its food offerings.

SANFL grants Port, Crows wish, quelling exit fears

The SANFL has bowed to pressure from Port Adelaide and Adelaide to introduce list concessions. Here’s how they will work and what they mean for other clubs.

Teens arrested after border hopping in stolen car

A group of teenagers – one as young as 13 – will face court today after police tracked a stolen car in the state’s Mallee region.

Highway closed after serious motorbike crash in state’s north

A major highway has been closed as emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash in the state’s Mid North.

One Nation MP lifts lid on the woman behind the political title

The South Australian MP shares with SA Weekend the heartache and pain of raising her three children as a single mum.