The Latest Breaking News from South Australia

Lake Gairdner drying out ahead of Team New Zealand wind-powered world speed record attempt

It is a long way from the Land of the Long White Cloud to the long white salt lake in South Australia's far north where Team New Zealand is ready to set a new wind-powered world speed record.

ABC News · Oct 5, 2022

Coronial inquest hears busy night led to hurried note on Mount Barker hospital patient

A pneumonia patient who died after being discharged from the Mount Barker hospital in 2018 arrived on a night that was "frantically busy" and chaotic, South Australia's Coroners Court is told.

ABC News · Oct 5, 2022

Leaders urged to protect Lake Eyre rivers

Environmental groups and farmers are worried about major environmental concerns about the impact of gas developments on the Lake Eyre basin.

AAP · Oct 5, 2022

Watchdog issues ban over therapist's claims 'rapid eye therapy' can cure mental health conditions

The South Australian Health and Community Services Complaints Commissioner has issued an interim prohibition order against an Adelaide woman over claims rapid eye therapy can cure PTSD, depression and anxiety.

ABC News · Oct 1, 2022

Volunteering with City of Onkaparinga helps South Australian woman find value in life and help others

After experiencing a string of job losses and mental health issues, Blaze Pilgrim finds a path to believe in herself and help others.

ABC News · Sep 30, 2022

A new era begins as Adelaide and Port Adelaide prepare to battle in AFLW Showdown One

Friday night’s historic first AFLW Showdown is set to be one of South Australia’s most memorable events in women’s sport.

ABC News · Sep 30, 2022

SES urges private owners to check their dams as Echunga flood risk over

There are about 30,000 privately owned dams in South Australia, with 20,000 of those in the Adelaide Hills — including the Echunga dam that caused residents of the town to be evacuated.

ABC News · Sep 29, 2022

When does daylight saving time start in Australia in 2022? How long does it go for? Do I change the time on my phone?

If you're in a state or territory that observes daylight saving time, the clocks will have moved forward by an hour. Here's how to make sure your smartphone made the switch.

ABC News · Sep 29, 2022

World Heritage-listed Naracoorte Caves 500,000 years older than previously thought, research reveals

Uranium, pollen and charcoal trapped in speleothem have helped scientists uncover the true age of these South Australian caves.

ABC News · Sep 29, 2022

Carey plays lone hand as Tigers bite

Tasmania have made a bright start in their first outing of the summer by dismissing South Australia relatively cheaply in the One-Day Cup match.

AAP · Sep 28, 2022