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10th March 2025

Today's top stories

My shock ‘Emergency’ air-con quote in summer scorcher

A quick phone to a tradie friend revealed what was really behind the insane figure to fix my air conditioning, writes Investigations Editor Andrew Hough.

Feeling the heat: Tradie empire accused of ripping off customers

One of the state’s biggest plumbing and air conditioner companies is embroiled in multiple investigations over widespread customer overcharging accusations and claims of questionab...

Photos: Racegoers sizzle at this year’s Adelaide Cup

It was hot on and off the track as fashionable punters flocked to Morphettville on Monday. Were you snapped by our photographer?

Former RAH nurse banned after sneaky drug scheme exposed

A nurse with an oxy addiction has been banned after she found a deceitful way to obtain drugs while at work.

AFL hands down verdict on McRae-Kingsley stoush

Adam Kingsley and Craig McRae clashed on the bench during the Giants’ win over Collingwood, and the AFL have swiftly handed down their verdict on the verbal stoush.

‘Rain hell’: Lehrmann’s shock rape case move

Bruce Lehrmann has made a shock move ahead of a pending criminal trial in Toowoomba, where he is set to defend two counts of rape.

Explosive-laden caravan revealed as ‘fabricated terrorist plot’: AFP

Fourteen people are in custody after federal and state police investigating organised crime links to the Dural caravan terror plot raided a number of homes across Sydney on Monday.

ABC personality offers to help alleged baby basher win bail

An ABC personality is willing to offer cash to help secure bail for an alleged baby basher, the Supreme Court has heard.

‘Never’: Canada’s next PM fires back at Trump

Donald Trump may have just met his match, with former bank boss Mark Carney elected to replace Justin Trudeau as Canada’s PM.

‘Can’t be f***ed’: Mum sentenced after baby found with maggots in nappy

An SA mother has walked free after her 18-month-old daughter was left in the same nappy for four days, causing horrific skin injuries.

Man charged over alleged abduction of Alice Springs boy

A man accused of abducting a 12-year-old boy in Alice Springs has been extradited and charged by NT Police.

Affleck’s frank parenting admission amid emotional reunion

Ben Affleck has opened up about his kids, as he made a rare red carpet appearance with lifelong bestie Matt Damon. See the video.

Terrified woman attacked by dogs in Adelaide park, court told

A woman was knocked over and forced to lie with her face in the dirt as two unleashed dogs “clawed” at her during a shocking attack, a court has heard.

Adelaide’s GPO building trashed, flooded in six-figure rampage

Police and fire crews have swarmed Adelaide’s prominent GPO building in the CBD after a devastating break-in that caused hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage.

Shocking photo reveals impact of fatal crash

The family of a woman killed in a crash while she was waiting at a red light in Adelaide’s north have spoken out publicly for the first time.

Reviews: The ultimate guide on what to see at Fringe and Festival

Some of the hottest acts are returning to Adelaide for the 2025 Fringe and Festival, we got a sneak peek and here’s what’s looking hot for this year’s event.

‘It’s my f**king show’: Woman kicked out of Dave Hughes’ Fringe gig

Comedian and TV reality star Dave Hughes booted a woman out of his comedy show saying he hoped to teach the audience a “lesson”.

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Affleck’s frank parenting admission amid emotional reunion

Ben Affleck has opened up about his kids, as he made a rare red carpet appearance with lifelong bestie Matt Damon. See the video.

‘To be struggling financially in my 50s felt like the ultimate failure’

While Meghan Markle outs herself as someone who halves raspberries, Angela Mollard reveals the extent of her own financial hole – and how fessing up gave her power.

How Alfred and Albo left public servants choking on chardonnay

Bureaucrats had desks packed, banking on an April 12 election and weeks cooling their heels in “caretaker mode”. Until a cyclone blew up their — and the PM’s — election plans.

Don’t become a victim of this crime in Bali

Australian tourists are being warned to beware as police on the holiday island of Bali urge caution on a new crime wave.

Real Housewife’s insane property empire exposed

Real Housewife of Sydney Krissy Marsh has revealed how she went from splitting a property with her sisters to a lavish lifestyle.

‘Three days’: How EVs saved Alfred victims

There’s plenty of hate in Australia for EV drivers. No-one was hating on them after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred was done.

‘Open door’: Audio captures horror moments before plane crash

Chilling audio has revealed a pilot’s frantic message before a plane exploded into a fireball after a horror crash in the US. See the video, hear the tape.

This parenting habit may be as dangerous as screen time

A “well-intentioned” trend is leaving children anxious, burnout and emotionally-drained, warns a leading wellbeing expert and a top educator.

‘Nothing like it’: New resort a car lover’s Nirvana

A first of its kind Australian motorsport resort complete with luxury villas, a hotel and a 5.4km track promises to be a dream come true for local car lovers.

‘Shots fired’ as anti-Tesla protest turns violent

“Tesla Takedown” rallies have turned destructive with gunshots and molotov cocktails as protesters rail against the company’s CEO Elon Musk.

Celeb chef rejects Meghan’s ‘fake’ show as her dad reacts

A Michelin-starred celebrity chef has revealed why he declined to work on Meghan Markle’s new Netflix show, as the royal’s estranged father speaks out.

Surf legend Mick Fanning: ‘Why I’m selling beach house’

Former world surf champ Mick Fanning, who was part of some legendary scenes ahead of cyclone Alfred, explains why he’s put his beachfront dream home up for sale Saturday.

Global market on brink? This asset often soars in a downturn

Alarmed investors worried about years of ‘dead money’ if global financial markets collapse, can look to history for answers - and this one asset often thrives in a downturn, writes...

Booby traps: Sport star’s mission to find the perfect bra

English netballer Eleanor Cardwell is going viral weekly - and not because her Super Netball feats. The Mavericks star is on a quest to find the perfect sports bra, and it’s catchi...

This blood type ups the risk of stroke before 60

A new study has found that people with a certain blood type are more susceptible to life threatening strokes before the age of 60.