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4th December 2024

SA’s best schools ranked: Search the state’s latest NAPLAN scores

The 2024 literacy and numeracy test results for every school in South Australia are now out. Search the top 50 NAPLAN performers and see if your school made the cut.

Power 20 revealed: Who are SA’s most influential public servants?

More than 100k South Aussies work in the public sector, some earn more than the Premier and they wield power in almost every aspect of life. See the 2024 rankings.

Trump’s Australia: Blue-collar backlash to city elites’ climate agenda

In our regions, there’s growing anger at city elites driving climate targets at the expense of jobs. Across four states, here’s what these silenced Aussies want you to know.

Jobs wipeout, food security fears grow as gas shortage looms

Rising gas prices are forcing some local companies to shut up shop, as concerns escalate that a looming energy shortfall could result in ‘tens of thousands’ of job losses.

‘Worthy of a comedy script’: Eye-watering figure for department shuffle

Taxpayers have forked out a staggering amount to move a government agency out of one department then back again – but the site of the agency’s office never changed.

Phenomenal figure for Bradman’s ‘Buggy’ Green at auction

It’s faded and has been nibbled by insects, but that didn’t stop the baggy green cap Don Bradman once wore during India’s first Australian tour fetching a big price.

Cold case murder suspect to be charged

A suspect in Victoria’s “most serious cold case” is set to be charged with murder and rape after being extradited from Europe.

Ex-addicts reveal shock truth about where kids get meth

Former drug addicts in recovery have lifted the lid on SA’s crippling drug epidemic, revealing how children as young as 12 are becoming meth addicts.

South Korea lifts martial law after night of mayhem

Just hours after South Korea’s embattled president declared martial law, claiming sympathisers of Kim Jong-un were inciting rebellion, he cancelled it in a stunning backflip.

Come on feel the noise: Mali puts whiney pub neighbours on blast

Premier Peter Malinauskas has unleashed on people who move into areas with pubs – then complain about the noise. See his plans for new rules, which surprised his own team.

Virgara brothers list iconic pick-your-own berry farm

An iconic Hills berry farm, beloved by locals for its roadside stalls and pick-your-own experiences, has been listed for sale with $5m price hopes as its owners look to retire.

‘You’re aggressive.’ How women are gaslit at work

Megan Hayward says most businesses still don’t understand women and their many seasons.

‘Completely my fault’: Driver in deep water after beach bogging

The deep muddy story behind how a car came to be bogged in the shallows of a popular Adelaide beach has been revealed.

‘Vultures’: CBA customers unload over $3 fee

Scores of furious Commonwealth Bank customers are calling time on their accounts after the nation’s biggest bank revealed it’s about to slug users with a new $3 withdrawal fee.

Queen Camilla reveals true extent of recent health battle

The Queen has explained just how bad things got, saying she’s still experiencing episodic symptoms from her recent illness as William and Kate share a tender moment.

Injury scare for Smith as Marsh remains under cloud

A star batsman brushed off an injury scare as the Australian team proved how far they’re willing to go to put the embarrassing first Test flop behind them.

First look: Inside footy stars’ favourite jeweller’s revamp

A business in the ‘burbs – Port Adelaide captain Connor Rozee’s go-to jeweller – has had a $2m makeover and we’re giving you the exclusive first look.

Council blames $14m budget blowout on Crows new HQ

An Adelaide council has delivered a $14m operating deficit after it had to give the Crows millions toward its new oval and HQ project.

Mum to stand trial, and face sentence, over twins’ abuse

An Adelaide mum has pleaded guilty to letting her ex-partner sexually abuse her twin children – but maintains she did not take part in his crimes.

Retired Crows star’s rumoured blockbuster media moves

A retired Crows champion could follow in the footsteps of Kane Cornes, with speculation he’s set to take up lucrative roles on radio and television next year.