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18th April 2025

Today's top stories

‘Easter Miracle’: How these newly born twins defied the odds

Just six weeks ago, Tamika and Brock Larkin were told their unborn twin girls might not survive... now, they’re heading home to spend their first Easter together as a family.

SA’s weird, wild and warm Easter long weekend forecast

This Easter long weekend will kick off balmy and warm before several stark weather changes. See the full forecast.

Parents share heartbreak at three-year wait for answers

The Roumbos family are part of a rise of Australian parents trapped in limbo. Here they share how tough their reality is.

Meet the next gen fishers reeling in millions of views

Forget Rex Hunt, these South Aussie adrenaline junkies will draw you in – hook, line and sinker – with their thrilling fishing adventures. See their catch.

From crisis to routine: Ramping hospital hell to be the ‘new normal’

With SA patients spending near five years on ambulance ramps, ramping, ED wait-times and postponed surgeries have almost become the “new normal”.

‘Absolute mockery’: 14yo facing 131 criminal charges in 12 months of terror

Details of 131 charges laid against an SA child have been revealed and the Opposition have labelled it “an absolute mockery of the justice system.”

Power shift: Auto giant’s battery plan could spark EV revolution

A connectivity revolution between solar panels and electric cars would be triggered by extending battery subsidies, says Mitsubishi’s Australian chief.

Kicks that count: A grandma’s love and a footy mate’s gift of a lifetime

18 people from around Australia will own a very special pair of football boots from their AFL idols. Find out who they are.

‘Utterly devastated’: Adelaide music industry legend dies

Australian music royalty have paid tribute to an industry “all rounder” who worked with some of the biggest names in music, after his sudden passing on Wednesday.

We Report, Ute Decide: Sturt has Liberals looking down election barrel

Seasoned Liberal voters are swaying in the state’s tightest federal seat – and there’s one overwhelming winner.

Gather Round ‘perfectly placed’ to be permanent SA fixture

There’s just one reason you’d move Gather Round elsewhere, writes David Penberthy. And it ain’t a good one.

‘Shock loss’ as driver killed in horrific truck T-bone fireball

A truck driver has died after a horrific T-bone crash in thick morning fog on Port Wakefield Hwy. The major crash is affecting the Easter long weekend traffic.

First look: $17m housing complex revealed in fast-growing SA suburb

Striking images have been unveiled of a planned $17 million housing development set to reshape a rising SA suburb.

‘Be vigilant’: Easter beachgoers warned after haunting shark sighting

As crowds prepare to hit the coast this Easter, a chilling warning has been issued over a mysterious figure lurking in shallow waters at one of Adelaide’s most popular beaches.

SA business great remembered as caring, family man

Diamonds Camera co-founder Jim Diamantis has died aged 70.

From our network

Luxury brand unveils bizarre off-road plans

A luxury car brand wants to break away from the pack with a wild approach to off-road performance but it’s the ‘look’ raising eyebrows.

How do I tell my husband I f***ed up bad?

Trust is key to every relationship but what happens when your significant other makes an embarrassing and costly mistake? Expert Melissa Ferrari has the answers.

Time 100 list: Blake Lively breaks silence; one Aussie makes the cut

Only one Aussie made Time Magazine’s 100 list of most influential people of 2025, but the inclusion of Blake Lively has drawn backlash, and a comment from the actress.

TV stars huge sell off as they exit Australia

Two Channel 9 stars are cashing in their chips to the tune of $6m as they leave Australia for a new life.

$1.6bn showdown: Aus shopping centre war exposed

A major showdown for one of Australia’s biggest shopping centres involving a staggering $1.6 billion has finally settled in court.

Dark side of living on a cruise ship exposed

Packing up the house and moving aboard a cruise ship sounds like a dream but anyone thinking about it needs to read this.

Inside the rise and fall of beloved footwear brand Wittner

Over a century ago, a single store in Melbourne’s west marked the beginning of the Wittner legacy that grew into an iconic Aussie brand. So how did it all unravel for this beloved ...

Famous ‘Back To The Future’ set to be used as LA Olympics venue

When Marty McFly hit 88mph in his DeLorean to get ‘Back To The Future’ nobody knew that it would take him all the way from 1955 to the 2028 Olympic Games.

Iconic Aus vineyard to be destroyed for 1000 homes

One of Australia’s iconic vineyards, which also had hundreds of olive trees, is set to be destroyed to make way for 1000 new homes.

Axe negative gearing now: Expert’s bold call

Experts have weighed in on the real reasons Australia is in crisis and the only option to get us out is the one thing no politician dares touch.

Insane way pets are changing Australia

One of the biggest decisions a person will make in their entire life is now being decided by their pets. And experts say the trend is growing.

Shock amount Bill Gates plans to leave kids

Bill Gates is one of the richest men in the world with an estimated value of more than $100 billion. But how much he plans to leave as his kids’ inheritance will shock you.

Shock as man chokes to death on jelly snake in airport tragedy

On his way to board a plane, a father-of-four tragically choked on a snack and died. Now, the loved ones he left behind are speaking out about the gaping hole his loss has left in ...

Off the table: Why these celeb chefs are ditching salmon

Influential celebrity chefs across the globe are joining a rising chorus against farmed Tasmanian salmon, with one TV host slamming the “dirty industry”. See who’...

The secret step to making ultimate hot cross buns

If you're going to try making your own hot cross buns this Easter, first learn a few tricks of the trade!