Qantas flight turns back twice after mid-air dramas
A QantasLink flight from Adelaide to Port Lincoln was forced to return twice due to a bird strike and generator failure, causing major delays and wedding day heartbreak for passengers.
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SA Premier's Worst Week Over Writers' Week Fiasco
Peter Malinauskas endures political storm after Adelaide Writers' Week cancellation over author controversy, facing free speech criticism and potential legal action. Read the full fallout.
Adelaide Festival Backflips on Author Exclusion, Issues Apology
The Adelaide Festival Corporation has reinstated Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah to Writers' Week and apologised after her controversial exclusion caused mass boycotts and the 2026 program's collapse.
Geelong hospital imaging staff to strike in pay dispute
Radiographers and support staff at St John of God Geelong Hospital will walk off the job for 24 hours amid a bitter pay dispute with employer Lake Imaging. Find out how this will impact patient services.
Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 Dates and Guests Announced
The full program for Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 is out! Discover the dates, featured authors, and key events for Australia's premier literary festival. Plan your visit now.
Hometown Drawcard Pulls Out of Adelaide International
The Adelaide International tennis tournament suffers a major setback as its local star withdraws from the 2026 event. Discover the impact on fans and the tournament's future.
Author launches defamation case against SA Premier Malinauskas
Randa Abdel-Fattah begins defamation proceedings against SA Premier Peter Malinauskas after being cut from Adelaide Writers' Week. The fallout led to the event's cancellation.
Handgun links armed robberies across Newcastle and Sydney
Police have charged three men after a handgun and a Holden sedan connected a spate of armed robberies in Waratah, Seven Hills, Pyrmont, and Kingswood. Read the full investigation details.
Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 Cancelled
The iconic Adelaide Writers' Week festival has been officially abandoned for 2026. Organisers express 'deep regret' over the decision, marking a major blow to South Australia's cultural calendar.
Police seek P-plate driver over Illawarra motorbike thefts
NSW Police release images of a silver hatchback, urging its P-plate driver or owner to come forward regarding a series of motorcycle thefts in the Illawarra region between October and January.
Adelaide Festival board quits over author removal backlash
Adelaide Writers' Week faces collapse as chair and directors resign after removing Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking mass withdrawals. Premier defends decision.
Tourists' rental car swallowed by Adelaide sinkhole
Two Darwin tourists had a shocking start to their Sunday when a sinkhole opened up and swallowed their rental car in Adelaide. Forced to take an Uber to the airport, they share their dramatic story.
Adelaide Festival Leaders Slam Writers' Week Decision
Eleven former Adelaide Festival leaders have penned a scathing letter over the board's decision to drop a Palestinian author from Writers' Week. Discover the fallout and who has pulled out.
Two Mitch Marshes Meet in Adelaide Ahead of BBL Clash
Perth Scorchers star Mitch Marsh had a memorable encounter with his namesake, an 18-year-old Adelaide Crows draftee, at Adelaide Oval. Read about their unique meeting and Marsh's reflections on his football past.
Adelaide Writers' Week funding cut proposed by councillor
An Adelaide City Councillor moves to pull funding from Writers' Week, proposing a rival 'guerilla festival' for 2026. Explore the potential impact on the city's cultural landscape.
Authors boycott Adelaide Writers' Week over racism claims
Adelaide Festival faces a major boycott after removing Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah from its writers' week program, sparking accusations of racism and censorship. Read the full story.
Two men arrested over car park scams targeting elderly women
NSW Police have charged two men with 72 offences each after a series of scams targeting elderly women in shopping centre car parks across the state. Authorities are seeking two other men.
Mysteriously Coloured Black Cockatoo Dazzles in South West
A rare black cockatoo with unique yellow plumage has been photographed in Dardanup. Experts believe the bird has a condition called leucism. Read the full story.
Elderly drivers targeted in NSW car park scam
NSW Police charge two men over a scam targeting elderly drivers at shopping centres. A second pair are wanted as investigations continue. Police urge the public to come forward with information.
New Clues Spark Major Police Search on South Coast
South Coast police have conducted a major new search at a North Nowra property, over a year after a man was found with head injuries and died. Detectives urge anyone with information to come forward.
New $200m Apartment Tower for Adelaide CBD
A 30-storey, $200 million apartment building is proposed for Adelaide's East End, promising luxury living and retail space. Discover the plans set to reshape the city skyline.
Man charged over 3D-printed gun parts in Hunter toolbox
A 29-year-old man faces 16 charges after detectives found two rifles and numerous 3D-printed firearm components in a Lake Macquarie garage. Read the latest on this police investigation.
Canberra's bird population in alarming decline, residents ask 'Where are they?'
Canberra residents report a sharp decline in local bird populations, from sulphur-crested cockatoos to magpies, sparking fears of a local ecological crisis. Letters to the Editor also cover US foreign policy and local education concerns.
Adelaide House Prices Now Higher Than Melbourne
Adelaide's property market hits a national record, with median house prices now exceeding Melbourne's. Discover the latest figures and what this means for sellers and buyers across Australia.
New Adelaide University Opens Following Major Merger
Adelaide University officially launches today after a $450 million merger between two institutions. Staff are back on campus, with the first full student cohort arriving next week.
Maduro Captured as US Launches Major Strike on Venezuela
President Nicolas Maduro has been captured after a large-scale US attack on Venezuela's capital. Get the latest on the escalating conflict, the history of tensions, and what happens next.
Adelaide's Luckiest Lottery Suburbs Exposed
New data reveals the Adelaide suburbs producing the most lottery millionaires. Find out if your postcode is on the lucky list and learn the secrets behind the wins.
Adelaide's Luckiest Lottery Suburbs Exposed
New data reveals the Adelaide suburbs that have produced the most lottery millionaires. Find out if your neighbourhood is a hot spot for life-changing wins.
Lightning hits power pole on Cairns highway
Dramatic video captures a lightning strike hitting a utility pole on the Captain Cook Highway in Cairns during severe storms. The incident highlights the dangers of wild weather in Far North Queensland.
Three in Hospital After North QLD Lightning Strike
Three people were rushed to hospital after a severe lightning strike during a wild North Queensland storm. Get the latest details on the incident and weather warnings.
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