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12th March 2025

Today's top stories

Saviour sisters: Hearts go out for Lyla amid teen’s cancer nightmare

Her mother says she was stunned to learn the Adelaide girl was suffering the worst of the three kinds of cancer her very thorough doctor suspected.

‘Scary part’ is here: Locals fear grim new twist in drought crisis

SA farmers say the flow-on effects are already happening as the environmental disaster now facing the entire state deepens.

Trump rules out Australian tariff exemption

Donald Trump has ruled out a tariff exemption for Australian steel and aluminium exports, due to begin tomorrow in the US.

Duo injured in another Adelaide tree-fall horror

A man and a woman are in hospital after a tree branch fell on them yesterday evening – just days after two others were injured in a similar incident at WOMADelaide in the city.

Ukraine accepts ceasefire deal; world reacts

Ukraine has agreed to an immediate ceasefire with Russia with the ball now in the Kremlin’s court when it comes to putting an end to the bloody war.

Ex-private school teacher’s shocking driving bust with kids in car

A once outstanding teacher and former assistant principal has lost her job and licence after blowing over six times the legal limit with her two children in the car.

Who owns Metropolitan Plumbing? All we know about the Ellingsens

David and Natalia Ellingsen have been accused of ripping off customers as they built their nationwide tradie empire, but who are the couple behind the company?

John Farnham celebrates milestone after cancer battle

Aussie icon John Farnham has thrilled fans by releasing a new photo in the wake of his throat cancer surgery as the family celebrates an important occasion. See the photo.

Victims punished yet again: Court lags delay justice

South Australian courts are experiencing the longest delays in the country and the problem is only getting worse as the government reveals the main “complex” reason behind it.

Selection latest: Draper intel, forgotten Crow to return

There could be as many as four fresh faces in Crows colours this weekend — but will one of them be Sid Draper? See who is in line to play here.

‘It’s my vulnerable side’: Inside 36ers star’s startling new Fringe show

The NBL’s first openly gay basketballer is back at the Adelaide Fringe with a startling new show – and a stunning wardrobe.

MAMILS take a ride on the wild side: SA cyclists flout road rules

Some SA cyclists continue to disregard road rules, placing themselves and other road users at risk – sparking calls for a road safety campaign targeted at problem riders.

Axed star’s surprise return to radio

A former top-rating drivetime presenter is back on radio this week as his old Rush Hour co-host talks about the ‘dark’ times following their show’s brutal axing.

Campbell: The two big reasons Teals face an election wipe-out

New polling shows four of the six Teal MPs are in danger of losing their seats. There are two big reasons for this — and the downfall of the bogan from the Shire is key.

How ultra-processed foods are affecting our diets

Ultra-processed food consumption is increasing in Australia. And modelling shows women and people older than 71 years of age are on track to be most affected.

From our network

Bombshell bride sizzles in wild wedding moment

Black-tie, pure glam and a bride on horseback - a model and her architect husband have tied the knot at one of the hottest weddings you’ve seen.

New cold case investigation into woman’s unsolved murder

More than two decades ago, a woman was killed. She was dead before her family knew she was gone. Who killed her? And why? A new cold case investigation is coming.

‘Bloodbath’: Global markets crumble amid Trump tariff chaos

The fallout from Donald Trump’s tariffs hit global markets for a second day as the trade wars triggered Wall St sell off and stoked recession fears.

What is the capital city of Papua New Guinea?

The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.

Nissan sacks CEO as global collapse looms

The iconic Japanese automaker has sensationally fired its CEO as talk of Nissan’s imminent collapse continues to gather pace.

Qantas’ new double points offer on flights, hotels for Aussies

Qantas frequent flyers can now double their status credits or frequent flyer points across the airline’s entire regional, domestic and international network. See how it works.

Holy-grail number to test for a healthy baby revealed

New research has revealed the holy-grail number of genes needed to be screened for the best return for your money, and could pave the way for all couples to have free genetic scree...

Charles’ wild $6m power move to please Camilla

The British monarch has dropped a cool $6m on something he will never use and it’s all just to keep his wife happy.

Software test: How Mike Cannon-Brookes plans to give Williams an edge

Mike Cannon-Brookes is putting his flagship software to the test, betting it can give Formula One team Williams an edge at this weekend’s Grand Prix – and it will come down to mill...

Hollywood stars at Aussie fashion label’s Paris show

Some of Australia’s biggest Hollywood stars, including Rose Byrne and Melissa George, have opted for a taste of home at Paris Fashion Week. Check out their super chic outfits.

This bogan food item suddenly got hot again

Bogan food has never been hotter – and TikTok, America and the air fryer are to blame. Matt Preston has the recipes you never thought you needed.

When stock markets collapse, this asset usually soars

Alarmed investors worried about years of ‘dead money’ if global markets collapse can look to history for answers – and one asset often thrives in a downturn, writes ASX Trader.

Olivia Newton-John cancer legacy lives on with AI

The Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute in Melbourne has partnered with a tech heavyweight to overhaul the ‘plumbing’ across its vast data network to identify more effecti...

Cops ketchup with burglar after cheeseburger gaffe

A crime spree across Newcastle has come to an end after one delicious piece of vital evidence was uncovered when it was dropped from a burglar’s pocket.

‘Disaster, indecisive’: Aussies lash budget call before election

Readers have had their say on how the March 25 budget may play a part in who they vote for in the federal election. See the issues that matter to them most.