New study shows vaping overtakes smoking among SA youth
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South Australia news headlines
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Adelaide woman airlifted to hospital after allegedly being shot in the back
The shooting allegedly occurred at Hornsdale about 4.30pm yesterday.
national
Alleged drunk driver caught five times over the limit after popping tyres
She mounted a curb and blew two tyres, where she was found by police uninjured.
Adelaide
Mpox detected in NSW after three people diagnosed in South Australia
SA Health is aware of three men aged in their 20s, 30s and 50s who have acquired the virus locally.
health
Cold snap sparks warning of potential gas shortfall for months
Australia's south-east is facing a potential gas supply shortage during the coldest months of the year, in part due to production shortfalls at a plant in Victoria.
national
Two boys arrested over 3am cheesecake heist in Adelaide
The alleged cheesecake thieves were spotted on CCTV cameras inside the shop by the owner of the Salisbury business at 3.10am this morning.
Adelaide
Terminally ill 'Bicycle Bandit' to be sentenced sooner than expected
A terminally ill Adelaide man dubbed the Bicycle Bandit will be sentenced sooner than expected after a judge agreed to fast-track the hearing before he dies.
Adelaide
Massive number of drivers busted in phone camera trial
One driver was snapped steering the car with their pinky finger while another was photographed with their dog on their lap.
phones
Hoard of replica firearms seized from Adelaide home
A man has been arrested after a huge cache of replica firearms were seized from a home in Mawson Lakes.
guns
CCTV appeal after man breaks into adult store, steals sex toys
The man allegedly returned to the store several times over a period of two hours.
national
Lithium-ion battery fires surge in South Australia, prompting urgent action
An investigation has revealed a startling increase in the number of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries in SA, raising concerns among senior firefighters and prompting the state government to issue a warning.
Australia
Health alert after traveller with measles arrives in Sydney
A case of measles has been identified in a traveller who flew into Sydney last week.
Sydney
Revolutionary smoking ban based on birth dates proposed for SA
The approach aims to create an entire generation of South Australians who are smoke-free for life.
health
Baby boy diagnosed with measles after returning from overseas
A one-year-old Adelaide boy has been diagnosed with measles after he recently returned from overseas with his family.
national
New technique revolutionises breast cancer screening in SA
South Australian women now have access to a new type of breast screen that can diagnose cancer more effectively than a regular mammogram.
Adelaide
E-scooters to be legal on SA roads within months
Privately owned e-scooters could be legal on South Australian roads within months, as the government hands down its long-awaited new laws.
road safety
'Postcard Bandit' in legal bid for freedom from WA jail
Notorious bank robber and fugitive Brenden James Abbott is seeking to have his detention declared unlawful and is also suing the Western Australian government for wrongful imprisonment.
courts
Man arrested after climbing fence of preschool in Adelaide
Police were called to the preschool after receiving reports a man was standing in the play area.
Adelaide
Mobile phone detection cameras rolled out in Adelaide
Mobile phone detection cameras have been rolled out across Adelaide in a bid to combat distracted drivers.
AdelaideTerminally ill 'Bicycle Bandit' admits to series of 'terrifying' bank heists
A terminally ill Adelaide man dubbed the 'Bicycle Bandit' has admitted to a string of bank robberies, apologising to his victims in court and promising to repay the stolen money.
crime
P-plater plunges five metres off overpass bridge
The Mitsubishi sedan landed on its roof but the 17-year-old boy walked away with only minor injuries.
crime
China's second-most powerful politician arrives in Australia
Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Australia today on a relations-mending mission with panda diplomacy, rock lobsters and China's global dominance in the critical minerals sector high on the agenda.
national
Five arrested after police uncover drugs, cash at seaside Adelaide home
Officers allegedly found a trafficable amount of ecstasy, a small quantity of cash, cocaine and prescription medications.
Adelaide
The Aussie Olympic hopefuls juggling day jobs with training
While they compete on the world stage, day-to-day they're also working in normal job.
Olympics
SA health system still under pressure as elective surgeries resume
Nearly all elective surgeries resumed this afternoon, providing some relief to the overburdened healthcare system.
health
Teenager charged after alleged violent attempted car theft in Adelaide
A teenager has been arrested after allegedly attempting to steal a car in Adelaide last night.
crime
SA premier unveils world-leading new laws to ban political donations
The South Australian Premier has announced a world-leading new set of laws that aim to ban donations to political parties, from organisations and individuals.
Politics
Two 'heroes' praised after 90-year-old carried out of house fire
"He's a deadset hero," one witness said of a brave neighbour.
fires
Beatlemania revisited: Adelaide relives iconic 1964 tour
Sixty years after Beatlemania captivated Adelaide, fans have hosted a special event at the city's town hall to relive the once-in-a-lifetime experience of the Beatles' 1964 tour.
entertainment
Crows' Thebarton plans face new threat: CFMEU boss Setka's warning
After years of searching and weeks of debate, the fate of the Crows' move to a new home rested in the hands of 11 Charles Sturt councillors.
national
Police Taser man after car crashes into Adelaide waterway
A man wielding a knife has been tasered by police in Adelaide.
crime
Adelaide doctors fear dire hospital crisis is 'just the beginning'
Staff have reported low morale, fatigue and burnout as the city remains under a code yellow.
Adelaide
CCTV captures theft at Adelaide church
An air-conditioning unit and copper pipes have been stolen from a church in Adelaide's north-east.
Adelaide
More than one-third of SA's public schools are 'too old'
The government report has shone a light on the systemic issues within the education system, with taxpayer-funded upgrades historically favouring popular schools.
education
Panda diplomacy on the table with Chinese premier to visit Adelaide
Since their arrival in 2009, the two pandas have captured the hearts of South Australians and tourists alike.
national
SES crews respond to more than 100 calls for help across Victoria
Winter has arrived with force across Victoria with Melbourne and multiple suburbs smashed by gusty winds that toppled trees onto cars, roads, and roofs.
Weather
Woman discovers home was firebombed watching live CCTV on her phone
The woman wasn't home at the time but she believes she knows who the attackers were.
Adelaide
Alleged thief arrested after standoff on Adelaide family's roof
Security footage has captured the moment an alleged thief was arrested after he scaled the roof of an Adelaide family home and carried out a standoff with police.
crime
Debate as 'excessive' coffee prices hit $8 on public holiday
Coffees for $8 are the new reality for Australians enjoying a public holiday outing in restaurants and cafes.
coffee
Man rushed to hospital with knife sticking out of hand after SA attack
A 48-year-old man has been put in an ambulance with a large knife still lodged in his hand after a violent attack at his home south of Adelaide.
Stabbing
Coles introduces purchasing limit on household staple
Lower stock has also been reported at other supermarkets as shortages linked to bird flu disrupt supply.
national
Motorcyclist stabbed in alleged road rage incident in Adelaide
A motorcyclist was stabbed in the back during an alleged road rage altercation in inner Adelaide last night.
Adelaide
The biggest hotspots for animal collisions in the country
More than 21,000 vehicle insurance claims were analysed after drivers hit an animal. Here's what the data reveals about the biggest animal collision hotspots in the country:
animals
Woman forced to wait almost 10 hours at Adelaide hospital amid crisis
An 84-year-old woman has been forced to wait almost 10 hours at an Adelaide hospital as the city keeps elective surgeries on hold amid a capacity crisis.
Adelaide
SkyCity Adelaide to pay $67m over money laundering and financing terrorism case
High-risk customers were able to move millions of dollars through the casino, making the source and the ownership of the funds murky.
Adelaide
Adelaide man charged with rape of teenage girl
The 27-year-old was arrested and has been refused bail.
Adelaide
Vineyard owner claims act of sabotage could cause business collapse
The family is working to repair the pipe but if they can't it will cost more than $100,000 to replace.
Adelaide
Horse buggies and shipping containers uncovered in allegedly stolen haul
An investigation led officers to a yard in Burton, north of Adelaide, on Wednesday morning.
crime
Woman believed to be Australia's oldest celebrates 110th birthday
She was born in Adelaide in 1914, meaning she lived through two world wars and two pandemics.
Rural
South Australians to receive $244 cost of living relief payment
Those doing it tough were put at the heart of the new state budget handed down today.
national
