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Today's top stories Bankrupt Vailo founder plots overseas reboot In an exclusive interview, bankrupt Vailo founder Aaron Hickmann speaks out about the Adelaide 500 sponsorship, Donald Trump and a potential big move for his embattled firm. READ MORE   Read, write, bash: Assaults and weapons surge in SA schools Critical incidents in South Australian public schools surged in 2024, including violence, bullying and bringing weapons to campus, alarming new figures show. READ MORE   The $10k surprise that changed Kellie Finlayson’s life It’s no secret that Kellie Finlayson’s life has had many ups and downs in the last few years but she opens up about a moment that changed her life forever. READ MORE   Race to 100: Local SA footy’s top 20 goalkickers of 2025 The local footy season is in full swing and several star forwards are surging toward the 100-mark. See the players topping the leaderboard for goals kicked so far in 2025. 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