Former Shire deputy president on child sex charges
Doug William Diver, ex-deputy president of Shire of Ashburton, faces Perth court on over a dozen child sex offences. The 59-year-old was remanded in custody. Read the latest.
Doug William Diver, ex-deputy president of Shire of Ashburton, faces Perth court on over a dozen child sex offences. The 59-year-old was remanded in custody. Read the latest.
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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.
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A pilot walked away unharmed after a dramatic crash landing and fire at Adelaide's Parafield Airport. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau is now investigating the incident.
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