Albanese doesn't believe in admitting he's stuffed up, and it costs him The PM places pride over pragmatism. Newcastle Herald · Aug 14
Grattan on Friday: Albanese doesn’t believe in admitting he’s stuffed up, and it costs him How unfortunate that Peter Malinauskas says he is not interested in running for federal politics. This week once again showed the South Australian premier’s class on the policy front when, after a fact-finding visit to the United States, he announced a state royal commission into Artificial Intelligence. The Conversation · Aug 13
'Put people first': landmark AI probe to set guardrails The opportunities of artificial intelligence and the risks it poses to humanity will be considered by a royal commission that "puts people first". AAP · Aug 10
Premier pens deal with ChatGPT developer on US trip South Australia has inked an agreement with the developer of the world's most popular artificial intelligence chatbot, ChatGPT. AAP · Aug 9
Labor open to ‘sensible amendments’ on gambling reforms, minister says – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Aug 8
Teens set for court after kids 'fight club' outrage Three teens have been reported by police and are set for court over a children's "fight club" after videos were posted on social media, sparking outrage. AAP · Jul 8
Two new polls show drop in support for One Nation and the Coalition In two new polls taken in the week after Pauline Hanson’s June 17 National Press Club address, support for One Nation and the Coalition combined is down three points to 46% in Newspoll and four points to 47% in Redbridge. The Conversation · Jun 28
Karl Stefanovic’s warp-speed journey to the right sparks warning from PM – but others seem A-OK with podcast interview SA premier says Tommy Robinson’s appearance ‘crosses the line’ – and Nine executives agree. Plus: David Koch rails against Logies snub The Guardian - AU · Jun 26
Bird flu confirmed in South Australia as infected petrel brings deadly H5N1 cases to three An additional case is suspected in Western Australia, which would bring the total number of bird flu infections to four The Guardian - AU · Jun 24
Relief for workers with lifeline for ailing smelters Smelter operator Nyrstar hasn't ruled out needing further taxpayer money after extra funds were announced to prop up two ailing facilities. AAP · Jun 10
'Not a lot': treasurer defends $53 billion debt burden A state debt of $53 billion is "not a lot", according to a treasurer pointing to a ratings agency's praise for the government's solid financial management. AAP · Jun 4
Australia to host Asia-Pacific's biggest data centre Bitcoin miner turned AI data centre company IREN Limited has announced it will build a massive 800 megawatt hub, supporting hundreds of jobs in one state. AAP · Jun 4
Budget relief for families but debt burden soars South Australians will share in a $500 million package to ease the cost of living as the government insists a $53 billion debt won't spiral out of control. AAP · Jun 3
Budget tightrope: balancing debt, cost of living relief A recently re-elected state government is tipped to focus on managing growing debt rather than cost of living relief when its budget is handed down. AAP · Jun 3
AAP · Jun 2 Art symbolises Indigenous leader's steely resolve A new statue of a celebrated Indigenous rights leader symbolises both her generosity of spirit and a fierce determination to create change.
AAP · May 31 SA:State budget to help unlock doors for first home buyers One state government has pledged to build hundreds of new homes for first home buyers only, with the first allotments already ready for sale.
AAP · May 31 State budget to help unlock doors for first home buyers One state government has pledged to build hundreds of new homes for first home buyers only, with the first allotments already ready for sale.
AAP · May 27 Buyers firm for Whyalla steelworks, island smelter The shortlist to take over the ailing Whyalla steelworks has narrowed, while a buyer is entering exclusive talks to purchase Australia's only manganese smelter.
The Guardian - AU · May 22 AFR editor blames ‘reporter oversight’ for failure to disclose travel payment for energy conference Columnist Jennifer Hewett took part in and wrote about conference that she attended courtesy of oil and gas lobby. Plus: Kim Williams v Chris Kenny
The Guardian - AU · May 17 ‘Disastrous’ plan to allow fracking on South Australia’s Limestone Coast is a broken promise, locals say Labor moves to overturn moratorium on fracking in groundwater-dependent region two years earlier than planned and just weeks after state election
AAP · May 14 Community shocked as state moves to end fracking ban A government wants to end a ban on fracking to unlock much-needed gas supplies but opponents say it could create environmental risks in a sensitive region.
AAP · May 7 They're telling us that: LIV to continue, says premier South Australia's premier has been told LIV Golf will continue in Adelaide as the city strikes a deal to host the men's Australian Open.
AAP · May 4 Party leader flies in for debut from One Nation's MPs One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has guest-starred outside the opening of a state parliament, where her party now holds seven seats.
AAP · May 3 States pump up fuel security and bowser policing One state is opening surplus port land to new fuel tanks and refineries as it races to boost storage and cut reliance on volatile global supply chains.
The Guardian - AU · May 1 Demand for guns has surged in the wake of Bondi – what will it take to make Australia safer? Premiers are rejecting Anthony Albanese’s buyback scheme amid a surge in the number of applications for gun licences