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Theo Papageorgiou's death was preventable but his story could help to improve SA's mental health laws

An inquest found Theo Papageorgiou's death was preventable, he was misdiagnosed, and his case was mismanaged by the health system. His story has informed an independent review to improve SA's mental health legislation.

ABC News · Apr 23, 2023

Big Orange development application outlines plans for distillery, restaurant at former tourist attraction

One of Australia's iconic "big things" looks set to be revived as a tourist attraction after sitting dormant in South Australia's Riverland region for almost 20 years.

ABC News · Apr 10, 2023

Prostate cancer survivor champions treatment close to home for others in regional South Australia

Regional South Australian Allan Dand was 64 when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He had to travel great lengths for his treatment, but now champions better access to prostate services in his hometown.

ABC News · Mar 23, 2023

Video game coding skills lands South Australian year 12 student with autism a job

High school student Jesse Cross believes he may have found his purpose in life as he turns his behind-the-scenes gaming skills into a job.

ABC News · Jul 23, 2022

Federal election voters in the safe seat of Barker feeling 'overlooked' by major parties

Days out from the federal election, residents of one of Australia's safest seats say they are being forgotten by the major parties due to a lack of contest among regional candidates.

ABC News · May 18, 2022

Monuments honouring Aunty Ruby Hunter and Uncle Archie Roach inspires next generation

Family of the late musician Aunty Ruby Hunter say a monument recognising her impact in the Riverland will inspire young Aboriginal people for years to come.

ABC News · May 3, 2022

Aboriginal WWI veteran recognised after 78 years in unmarked grave in Riverland cemetery

Uncle Lush Wilson's family knew his final resting place was somewhere in Barmera, South Australia. After painstaking research, his burial site finally honours his service to country.

ABC News · Apr 10, 2022

Houseboat owners to be evicted from Ral Ral Creek moorings by Renmark Paringa Council

Up to 25 houseboat owners —some of whom have been in place for 20 years — are ordered to relocate their vessels away from Ral Ral Creek by the end of June, after Renmark Paringa Council decides not to renew their leases.

ABC News · Mar 29, 2022