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25th April 2024

Today's top stories

The profound wisdom of 106yo Colin, our oldest WWII veteran

Adelaide Hills veteran Colin Wagener is 106 years old. For over six decades he tried to suppress the memories of his WWII service – but today opens up in an inspiring interview.

Surviving the death march: Angus hid secret diary from Nazi captors

RAAF navigator Angus Hughes was shot down over the Rhine and evaded capture for days before being taken to a German camp. He’s SA’s last surviving prisoner of the Nazis.

Three South Aussie heroes: Lest we forget their eternal bravery

More than 80 years ago, these now-wearied Diggers were idealistic young men itching to fight for their country. Now all aged over 100, they reflect on the real legacy of war.

Anzac Day 2024: Dawn Services underway across the state

Hundred of thousands of South Australians have stood vigil at Anzac Day Dawn Services across the state this morning.

Mum snubbed by mental health system tasered as family pleaded for help

The family of a woman who allegedly threatened strangers with a knife hours after she was sent home from hospital say they pleaded with doctors not to release her.

Counsellor at infamous Crows camp charged with child sex crimes

A New Age counsellor who led the Crows through a controversial training camp exercise has been arrested and accused of sexual abuse dating back more than a decade.

Cashed-up LIV Golf fans driving ‘bigger, better’ boost this time

This year’s LIV Golf Adelaide is set to be “bigger and better” than the inaugural event, with golf fans from around the world flocking to SA.

Gallery: Inside star-studded LIV Golf Welcome Party

The red carpet has officially been rolled out in Adelaide as the much-anticipated event fires up.

Maiden: Awkward twist in Albo’s war on Elon

Surprisingly, it’s no longer the Prime Minister who seems to have riled up the Tesla billionaire the most, writes Samantha Maiden.

Ceduna’s vulnerable speak out as grog-runners keep the booze flowing

Locals in Ceduna say grog-runners are buying cask wine for cheap and selling for three to four times the market value to the most vulnerable people in the community.

Guns for teachers bill passes with landslide vote

Just days after the 25th anniversary of the Columbine High School Massacre, this US state passed a bill allowing teachers to carry concealed weapons to class.

‘I just got married – then my world came crashing down’

A newly married couple was blissfully celebrating their wedding reception before a phone call changed everything.