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13th January 2025

Shocking public servant figure hits 10 year high

SA taxpayers are shelling out millions of dollars for public servants to sit in a government workforce “waiting lounge”, an official report reveals.

Bulk billing rates plunge and gap fees surge in Adelaide’s GP clinics

An independent report shows major problems with SA’s GP clinics with the state experiencing the fastest rising Medicare gap fees across the country.

Boy charged after ‘firing weapon at Westfield shopper’

A boy of 11 has been charged after allegedly shooting a toy weapon inside a popular Adelaide shopping centre.

Where home prices grew the most in 2024

December marked the first dip in home prices in two years – but strong demand and limited supply kept home prices rising in a number of SA locations. Find out where.

‘What’s wrong with them?’ Trump slams leaders over LA fires

Donald Trump has lashed out at California officials over their “incompetent” response to the devastating Los Angeles wildfires that are still raging out of control.

LA firestorm to worsen; burglars target Kamala Harris’ mansion

LA firefighters are bracing for another round of powerful winds, with no end in sight, as police are called to the home of US Vice President Kamala Harris amid the chaos. Follow up...

‘Vibe shift’: Poll reveals support for Australia Day

A new poll shows it is “clear that mainstream Australians have had a gutful” of anti-Australia Day sentiments, with a majority supporting celebrating our national day on January 26...

Cop bashers in police crosshairs as union pushes for change

The police union is calling for harsher penalties against convicted perpetrators of police assaults with the government making a surprising response.

Baby on the way for one of Port Adelaide’s favourite power couples

Port Adelaide’s membership is set to grow again as one of its best announced he and his wife are expecting their third child. Here’s what we know.

Teens allegedly flee cops during insane car chase reaching 190km/h

Six teens as young as 13 have been arrested after SAPOL deployed a helicopter to track a stolen car speeding along the Northern Expressway.

Ladder predictor: Hawks’ fast start, Crows ease pressure on Nicks

The AFL went all in on Hokball with its prime time fixturing in 2025, and it appears to start the season they are going to be rewarded. Simeon Thomas-Wilson predicts who starts hot...

Los Angeles fires, massive rebuild cost threatens 2028 Olympics

Conservative commentators are calling on organisers and the IOC to abandon Los Angeles as hosts of the 2028 Olympics as fires continue to blaze in the city.

Named and shamed: Aged care homes failing in minutes of care

The watchdog is targeting aged care homes who are not providing the legally required amount of care for residents, despite receiving extra funding. See the list.

Should some Aussies get the age pension before others?

Experts believe Australia’s pension age will continue climbing, but the pace and how it’s handed out could become controversial.

Kyrgios rival chased off Instagram by rabid fans

Nick Kyrgios in Australia? It’s a task few want to take on - and his round-one rival has taken a radical step to get away from the Australian star’s intrusive fans. FOLLOW DAY TWO ...