Afternoon edition: ‘Home invasion, ar son’ – but why was this top restaurateur targeted?

Email After months of mystery, a court has finally heard allegations as to why a top SA food industry identity was subjected to a campaign of violent acts.

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‘Home invasion, arson’ – but why was this top restaurateur targeted? After months of mystery, a court has finally heard allegations as to why a top SA food industry identity was subjected to a campaign of violent acts. READ MORE   Blackmail charges as cops swoop on southern suburbs man The man was arrested on Wednesday night as part of an ongoing investigation by SA Police. READ MORE   Man critical after horror shark attack A man is in a critical condition after he was attacked by a shark off an Adelaide beach, with fears the algal bloom is moving the ocean predators closer to swimming spots. READ MORE   Revealed: See the full fixture for rounds 16-23 The AFL has locked in the fixture for the back half of the season. See which clubs have been granted prime-time slots and which have been snubbed. 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