The Latest Breaking News from Andrea Michaels

Shoddy work and rogue tradies: the home repair practices targeting vulnerable Australians

Authorities and consumer groups warn some companies are upselling unnecessary work, using multiple names and pressuring people to agree to high quotes

The Guardian - AU · Jul 17, 2025

Illicit tobacco and vape sellers put on notice

A crackdown on shops selling illicit tobacco and illegal vapes could see them shut down for months and be hit with penalties of more than $1 million.

AAP · Sep 29, 2024

Adelaide festival to post 2024 deficit despite $2.3m boost from SA government

Spokesperson says losses will be revealed in next month’s financials and the festival has access to reserves to fund next year’s program

The Guardian - AU · Aug 9, 2024

Northern Territory arts minister calls for national probe into 'damaging' claims of white interference in Indigenous art

The Northern Territory arts minister is calling for a national investigation into allegations of interference by white assistants that are creating "reputational damage" to the Indigenous art industry.

ABC News · May 10, 2023

Tributes at Adelaide's Her Majesty's Theatre, in memory of Barry Humphries

Lights are dimmed at today's performances and floral tributes are left outside Adelaide's theatres as the state's arts community pays tribute to actor and comedian Barry Humphries.

ABC News · Apr 23, 2023

Adelaide Fringe sets seven-figure record as festival sells 1 million tickets for first time

The Adelaide Fringe becomes the first Australian festival to sell 1 million tickets, according to organisers, attracting record crowds over the past four weeks.

ABC News · Mar 20, 2023

Rent bidding and 'rent ranges' to be banned under new laws to be introduced in South Australia

Landlords and real estate agents would be banned from soliciting bids for rental properties or advertising a "rent range" under laws to be introduced to South Australia's parliament.

ABC News · Feb 15, 2023

Forum looks at SA rental crisis

SA Consumer Affairs Minister Andrea Michael has brought together key stakeholders to look at rental availability and affordability.

AAP · Aug 3, 2022

Anti-abortion group claims SA politicians pledged to ‘take forward’ bill reversing new medical laws

Labor and Liberal members deny making any such agreement with Enid Lyons List, a group with stated aim of getting more “pro-life” women into parliament

The Guardian - AU · Jul 5, 2022

SA to crackdown on petrol pricing

The South Australian government has instigated a crackdown on petrol pricing to ensure retailers are complying with real-time pricing rules.

AAP · May 18, 2022