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31st January 2025

‘Can’t afford to go’: Kids hurt as ‘free’ education now a pipedream

The hidden costs of putting a child through school mean the right to a free education is now a “pipedream” for South Australian families, a children’s advocate argues.

‘More expensive’: Labor under fire as childcare fees soar

Labor has been accused of “cherry picking” data as childcare fees continue to rise for struggling Aussie families. See how it affects your household.

Trump unleashes over horror crash, blames ‘diversity’ hires

Donald Trump has launched an extraordinary attack on Democrats after a midair crash between a passenger jet and military helicopter. Follow updates.

Aussie expert’s key theory on US plane-chopper crash

What caused a US Army helicopter to collide with an American Airlines jet in Washington DC, killing all on board? Experts, including an Australian weigh in. This is what we know.

Race sponsor hit with huge debt claim in Supreme Court

The Adelaide 500’s major sponsor, Vailo, faces an enormous claim for allegedly outstanding lease payments, in what is tech founder Aaron Hickmann’s latest stoush with creditors.

Neo-nazi boss begs for cash to become a full-time führer

Australia’s most notorious far-right extremist earned $10,000 a month through an online campaign to “create a home for white people” and transition to a full-time leadership role.

Five arrested as Norwood bottle shop targeted in snatch and grab

Four young women and an older man have been arrested after about 20 bottles of booze were stolen from a bottle shop off The Parade.

Potential Houston replacement puts Port contract talks on hold

He has been touted as a breakout contender for Port Adelaide and is unsigned beyond this year. But for now this Power youngster’s focus is on playing regularly, not a new deal.

New look for Crows guernsey as footy club swoops partnership

There will be a new sponsor appearing on Adelaide Crows guernseys this year after the footy club entered into a new partnership.

‘Deep sadness’: Music icon Marianne Faithfull dead at 78

The beloved As Tears Go By singer Marianne Faithfull has passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at age 78.

Bond: 1 billion reasons we need an Aussie Elon Musk fast

Donald Trump has only been in the Oval Office for about 10 days but can anyone argue with these results, writes Caleb Bond.

‘Police always here’: Neighbour speaks out after person shot

A person has been shot after a group of people entered a house in Adelaide’s north before 5pm on Thursday, with a neighbour saying that police are ‘always’ present at the house.

Batter up, here’s five fish and chippies worth catching

As any South Aussie will tell you, when it comes to delicious fish and chips, it’s what’s beneath the batter that matters. Here’s five you’ll want to visit.

Woman dies in hospital after being hit by garbage truck

A 29-year-old woman hit by a garbage truck in SA’s north on Tuesday night has died in hospital from her injuries.

Meet the man vying to lead SA’s police union

A highly regarded veteran detective has thrown his hat in the ring for the top job at South Australia’s police union.

Teen parliament 2025: Zoe’s solution to keep kids safe

Year 11 student Zoe Adams has proposed more consent education to keep kids safe in her application for Teen parliament 2025. Apply here.

Top school denies duty of care to protect boy from pedophile

An Adelaide private school besieged by multiple child abuse lawsuits has hit back at a $1.5m claim involving a serial pedophile, mounting a shock defence in court papers.

Aussie rock pioneer behind Barnesy and Bon Scott dies

The Adelaide muso has been lauded for his ‘crucial role’ in guiding the careers of the legendary performers.

X marks the fine: Departing petrol barons cop hefty penalty

The former operators of X Convenience are leaving the industry with a hefty fine and convictions for breaches of petrol price app laws.

‘It’s my turn’: Teen girl pinned down by alleged rapist, court told

A young man accused of three counts of rape allegedly held a teenager down before he and a younger co-accused sexually assaulted her, a court has heard.