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9th September 2024

Today's top stories

‘Don’t feed us political BS’: Mum’s desperate plea

The royal commission must not end up just another report that gathers dust, argues Julie-Ann Finney, who has fought for justice since her navy veteran son David died by suicide.

‘Not trusted’: Scathing report into vet suicides

A critical report into the high rates of suicide among veterans has lashed the main body responsible for helping and supporting diggers ease into civilian life.

‘Strange transaction’: Dad’s alleged massive Bunnings drug deal revealed

A father of three will remain behind bars after he was allegedly caught with 10kg of cannabis in a tool chest he was delivering to someone at Bunnings, a court heard.

Adelaide affordable housing project breaking new ground

A new eight-storey affordable housing project in Adelaide’s inner north is turning heads for an Australian-first feature set to reshape the building industry.

Bus crash dad: ‘I don’t have a life anymore’

The victim of a bus crash whose wife and daughter were killed with eight others has told the driver in an emotional plea he “just wants his old life back”.

First photos of Raygun back in Australia

Australian breakdancer Rachel “Raygun” Gunn has officially returned home after her world-famous Olympic performance in Paris.

Fresh questions over alleged cop killer’s mental competence

The man accused of the shooting murder of a beloved country cop is likely mentally unfit to stand trial, his lawyer has told a court. But prosecutors are not convinced.

Surprise amount of us who have cheated ... and got away with it

A major survey has uncovered a surprise number of Australians who have cheated on their partner. More curious are the ones who got away with it, or stayed together after being expo...

Wild brawl mars Royal Adelaide Show finale as traders count cost

A young woman has been arrested following a wild brawl at the Royal Adelaide Show’s closing night, as stall operators share their disappointment at this year’s turnout.

Pepper spray and punch-ons: Women’s league final descends into ‘disgraceful’ chaos

A shocking on-field brawl which marred a NT women’s rugby league grand final provoked further post-match fights among spectators, forcing police to deploy capsicum spray. SEE THE V...

Alleged baby scalder leaves Australia

A man accused of pouring hot coffee on a nine-month-old boy in a random attack has fled the country, police say.

Stirling golf course to reopen after falling into administration

Stirling Golf Club closed abruptly in July under debts – but now it’s announced it will reopen on Saturday, with a new name and refreshed site.

Developers circle Riverland school site

A former high school in the Riverland is being offloaded by the state government, three years after it amalgamated with a larger redeveloped campus.

SA babies most at risk as whooping cough cases explode

Parents have been issued a stark warning after a huge ten-fold surge in cases of potentially deadly whooping cough in South Australia.

‘Shut it down’: Jacqui’s big call

Jacqui Lambie has called for the Australian Defence Force Academy to be “shut down immediately” as a major report into defence and veteran suicide is handed down.

Kids left homeless after separate fires

Two South Aussie families – one with three kids – have been left “without a home” after two separate house fires. Find out how you can help.

Massive Glynde Hotel revamp to feature 240-seat ‘sports hall’

The Payneham Rd landmark would be demolished and completely rebuilt with a huge new sports hall, retractable roof and function rooms with “tiered seating”.