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21st November 2024

Why Crows wanted the kid who really wanted them

Ahead of the AFL draft, rival clubs were split on what the Crows would do – take the homegrown talent or the powerful Victorian. But the decision was about far more than that.

School boys’ new ‘obsession’ takes dark turn as influencers cash in

A grieving mother says other parents need to take note of the warning signs of a risky new “health” trend that social media is pushing on young boys.

How I lost my ‘calorie tracking’ 14-year-old son

Mia Bannister’s son Ollie was aged just 14 when he lost his life amid a battle that began as an effort to achieve perfection.

‘She was raped, I was conceived’: Layne Beachley’s secret torment

For surf legend Layne Beachley, becoming the best in the world became an unhealthy obsession as she wrestled with dark secrets from her past.

Maiden: So just how stuffed is Albo really?

Can Peter Dutton win the next federal for the Coalition? It might not work out the way you think it will, writes Samantha Maiden.

Locals rev up over citywide speed limit plan

Traders, residents and commuters have slammed a council plan to slash the speed limit in the CBD to 30km/h, as it’s revealed how much the proposal has already cost ratepayers.

Equestrian to challenge ‘horse abuse’ video’s authenticity

A controversial showjumping coach has faced court charged with animal cruelty – but will call video of the alleged incident into question.

Third person dies from suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

A third person has died from a mass drink poisoning in Laos that claimed the lives of two Danish women and left two Melbourne teens fighting for life.

The final act that led to the end of a 40-year-long abusive marriage

After nearly 40 years in an abusive marriage, an Adelaide woman finally worked up the courage to leave. Now she has a message for older women in similar positions.

Revealed: The 2024 SA School Sports Awards winners

The state’s top student athletes have been honoured at the SA School Sports Awards. See all the winners and watch the awards night live stream replay.

Bold design on secluded coastline

A sustainable architecturally designed waterfront wonder offers an incredible lifestyle on a secluded stretch of coastline. Think that’s impressive? Wait until you see inside.

How Port great helped draft the kid who’s out to emulate him

Robbie Gray was part of the Port Adelaide contingent that drove to visit Joe Berry in Benalla in August. Three months later, the Power traded up to secure the goalsneak. Here’s why...

Every pick: The shocks, an F-Bomb and Richmond’s new era

The first round of the AFL Draft is over and, in no surprise, Richmond was the clear winner. But there were shocks – and plenty of emotion. See every pick, recap all the action.

Pro-life advocate targeted with death threats after parli ban

A controversial pro-life advocate has revealed she has been the target of death threats and is now calling on upper house president Terry Stephens to make public a citizen’s reply.

US and UK arm Ukraine to the teeth in stunning escalation

A day after he allowed US missiles to be shot into Russia, President Joe Biden has given Ukraine a controversial new weapon as the UK permits unprecedented use of their arms.

$95m Parade tower reaches new heights

A $95m Norwood apartment project has reached its highest point, and its developers are already drafting plans for another $100m addition to The Parade.

Sivan goes rogue with X-rated ARIAs speech

He took home the night’s biggest award - then Troye Sivan went rogue, telling a very candid story about his personal life.

Man on the run arrested over child exploitation charges

A South Australian man on the run will be extradited to Adelaide on child exploitation charges after being arrested during an early morning raid in Trinity Park, Cairns.

‘He was still a boy’: SA Ukrainians mark 1000 days of heartache

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has hit a grim milestone, but South Australia’s Ukrainian community fears what another thousand days of war could bring.

Priscilla star, queen of Broken Hill theatre dies

Movie fans and the Broken Hill community are mourning the loss of June Bennett, one of the breakout stars of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.