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Luigi Mangione drops his psychiatric defense just days before his state trial, shifting from claiming extreme emotional disturbance to a full not guilty plea — a move that could mean a murder conviction instead of manslaughter. The judge questioned the need for psychiatric details, while a newly unsealed secret hearing transcript adds fuel to the case. Mangione’s lawyer had fought to keep the materials sealed, fearing they’d hurt his federal stalking trial — where such defenses aren’t allowed. Thompson’s December killing, captured on camera and linked to coded messages on the bullets, remains chilling — and the 3D-printed gun and notebo...

Big news for the Yorke Peninsula: state and local governments are teaming up to upgrade key jetties at Ardrossan, Edithburgh, and Port Vincent with nearly $7.2 million in funding. The state will cover 70% of costs at Ardrossan and Edithburgh, easing pressure on local taxpayers. With the council managing 11 of South Australia’s jetties, this support is timely and vital. These aren’t just structures—they’re community hubs for fishing, tourism, and coastal life. Part of the SA Jetties Renewal Program, which has already invested over $5 million statewide, this upgrade ensures long-term safety and accessibility. Ardrossan Jetty is set to finish u...

The Albanese government is juggling a trio of high-stakes policy battles: tax reforms aimed at small businesses and startups, tough NDIS changes to curb costs and fraud, and managing record migration levels—all while trying to keep promises on budget control and social impact. With Senate reports still pending, the PM is already tweaking tax laws, seeking Greens backing despite disagreements, and pushing for Coalition cooperation on NDIS, even as heartbreaking evidence emerges of potential harm to vulnerable Australians. Migration numbers threaten housing, aged care, and construction, forcing tough choices. Balancing economic growth with social equity is proving harder th...

Moscow reels from a massive drone strike that injured 17 and damaged buildings, sparking Russia’s vow of “massive co-ordinated” retaliatory strikes — a threat coming just as Ukraine’s Zelenskyy secures Western backing and warns Putin that if Kyiv burns, so will Moscow. The attack, involving dozens of drones, is framed by Ukraine as a strategic push for peace talks, while Russian media downplays the incident — though pro-Kremlin outlets debate defense effectiveness. Russian parliament speaker Volodin warns of harsher retaliation, and eerie reports of black rain in Moscow add to the surreal toll. Meanwhile, both sides exchanged fallen soldiers — Ukraine received 522 b...

Jason Day’s US Open dreams derailed by back pain—pulling out mid-warmups, visibly in agony, after a shaky start. The former PGA champ, who’s haunted by major runner-up finishes (including US Open and Masters near-misses), now faces an uncertain recovery. Fans are rooting for his return, as his recent form—including a tie for second at the American Express—hinted at a resurgence.

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AFL legend Tony Modra is hospitalized after a serious truck accident on his South Australian farm, leaving the football community heartbroken. The 57-year-old, famed for his high marks and goal-kicking prowess during his stellar career with Adelaide and Fremantle, was the only person in the vehicle when it veered off Range Road in Back Valley. Fans and teammates, including Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir, are sending out heartfelt wishes for a swift recovery. Modra, a dual All Australian and five-time leading goalkicker for Adelaide, retired with 588 goals in 165 games — a true icon of the game. The AFL family stands united in...

Virgin Australia just extended the deadline to use your pandemic-era flight credits from June 30th to late May 2027, giving travelers nearly three more years to actually fly — a major win after customer pressure and refund demands. Book by June 30, but don’t worry, you’ve got plenty of time to plan your trip.

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Thirty years of quirky, handmade beanies made from dog hair, emu feathers, sticks, and bottle caps come to a close this weekend at the final Alice Springs Beanie Festival. Over 7,800 beanies, crafted by 150+ volunteers and expected to delight around 6,000 visitors, celebrate creativity and community under the theme ‘Beanies of Gratitude.’ Started by Jo Nixon’s aunt in 1996, the festival has become a beloved symbol of out-of-the-box artistry, with volunteers like chief beanieologist Jo Nixon battling “beanie burnout” and honoring the spirit of the event’s legacy. Though the festival ends, its vibrant legacy of creativity and connection is poised to live on. ...

The NDIS is on the brink of major reforms that could shake the lives of thousands like Tre, a 15-year-old with autism and intellectual disability, whose family fears losing his dream of independent living. While the government pushes for oversight to curb fraud and control costs, families and frontline workers warn that new registration rules and red tape could erase the personal, human connections that make the scheme truly work—threatening not just Tre’s future, but the very heart of the system.

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Treasurer Jim Chalmers is defending revised budget moves, including bumping the small business capital gains tax threshold to $10 million and fully exempting all testamentary trust income — even future ones — from minimum tax. He frames these as tough but necessary reforms to support young people and first-home buyers, admitting political fallout but insisting long-term benefits outweigh short-term backlash. He also took aim at One Nation, calling out their desire to change government while keeping the status quo on taxes and housing — a stance he says contradicts real reform. With Senate passage still pending, Chalmers confirms talks are underway with the Greens...

Adelaide’s weekend kicks off icy and wet—15°C with showers and biting westerly winds, so dress warm. Saturday’s no better, with more rain likely. Sunday’s slightly calmer but still chilly and partly cloudy, with possible morning fog. Monday’s the bright spot: mostly sunny and breezy. Next week stays cool—Tuesday hits 16°C but with a shower risk, while Wednesday and Thursday dip to 14°C with light rain chances. South Australia’s west and agricultural zones face showers, with thunderstorms near southern coasts. Coastal waters remain rough with wind warnings, and inland flood alerts linger—though the Onkaparinga Riv...

The York Revolution forfeited their game rather than force players to wear Pride Night jerseys, prioritizing inclusion over competition. They still held a celebratory event honoring diversity, echoing similar tensions seen in MLB—like Giants players opting out of Pride gear. The Atlantic League’s independent status adds context, showing how values clash even outside the majors. This bold move underscores a team’s commitment to their message, even at the cost of a win.

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A billionaire financier-turned-Pentagon power player, Stephen Feinberg, is quietly reshaping defense policy with unprecedented influence—more than even the Defense Secretary. Since taking over as deputy secretary in 2025, Feinberg has turned the Pentagon’s procurement system into a private equity vehicle, staffing key roles with ex-Cerberus executives. Critics, including Senator Elizabeth Warren, warn of conflicts of interest as Cerberus-linked firms land contracts, while a new “Economic Defense Unit” under Feinberg and George Kollitides now wields billions in direct equity investments—including loans to Trump Jr.-affiliated companies. Though officials insist on ethical oversight, the blurring lines between government and private eq...

A massive new national park called the Great Southern Forest is set to become reality on NSW’s South Coast, merging hundreds of thousands of hectares of existing parks and state forests into the state’s largest protected area. Designed as a vital wildlife corridor and climate resilience zone, it would safeguard endangered species like gliders and recover from bushfire devastation. Inspired by the Great Koala National Park, the plan aims to combat climate change by preserving forests—but it also means ending native timber logging, threatening up to 100 jobs. The proposal now awaits NSW government approval amid debates over f...

The government’s pushing hard on tax reforms, NDIS overhaul, and migration policy—but each move is sparking fierce debate and potential roadblocks. Tax tweaks include expanded capital gains concessions for small businesses and tighter rules for startups, with key legislation heading to the Senate soon. Meanwhile, NDIS reforms aim to curb fraud and save money, but critics warn of harm to vulnerable Australians—and states are refusing to take on more responsibility. Migration policy is equally tangled, with soaring net overseas migration affecting everything from construction to aged care, while family reunions and student visas face backlogs and econom...

Special schools across Queensland are struggling with severe teacher shortages, operating at just 84% staffing levels in some regions, while regular schools remain fully staffed. The crisis is worsened by universities phasing out special education degrees, leaving a pipeline gap and forcing untrained relief teachers into roles that demand deep expertise—placing undue pressure on teacher aides. For students with autism and complex needs, even a substitute teacher can disrupt vital routines. Amid rising demand since 2019, the government plans to open seven new special schools, despite a royal commission’s call to phase them out. To address the shortfall, officials are...

Xanthe Kleinig uncovers the high-stakes battles shaping Australia’s future: a water-hungry data center in the driest state, soaring aged care costs hitting families, and the uncertain fate of Whyalla’s steelworks. With two decades of fearless journalism and a Clarion Award under her belt, she exposes the human cost behind corporate decisions and policy shifts—from childcare strain to long COVID realities—keeping power accountable one story at a time.

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Alaska’s Senate race is turning into a name game as two Dan Sullivans—one incumbent, one challenger—battle it out, with election officials questioning the challenger’s motives. In Maine, a Democratic Senate hopeful’s Nazi-style tattoo and past behavior are sparking backlash, even as he apologizes for PTSD struggles. Meanwhile, in Nebraska, a winning Democratic candidate plans to drop out to pave the way for an independent, sparking a legal showdown over whether she can legally withdraw—and whether Democrats can pull off their most audacious primary strategy yet.

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Tensions are easing as the US and Iran edge toward a historic 14-point deal that could end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz—complete with financial relief, oil sales, and a $300 billion development fund, all contingent on nuclear progress. While Iran reaffirms its no-nuclear-weapons pledge, skeptics call the draft a “political document,” hinting at secret back-channel talks. With a Friday signing and just 60 days to finalize terms, the world watches closely to see if this fragile peace holds—or if the final version will look very different.

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Nicole Kidman’s rumored new romance is sparking buzz—months after her high-profile split from Keith Urban, whispers point to a quiet fling with a top entertainment exec. Fans are hopeful, speculating between Paul Salem and Simon Baker, though all parties remain tight-lipped. For now, it’s all just gossip—until someone spills the tea.

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Rex Heuermann, the architect behind the brutal murders of eight women between 2000 and 2010, has been sentenced to life without parole — a verdict that finally delivers justice after a decade-long hunt. The victims, many sex workers, vanished near Gilgo Beach, their remains discovered along Ocean Parkway. DNA from a pizza crust and hair fragments, combined with mobile data, linked Heuermann to the crimes. During sentencing, grieving families confronted him, recounting taunts and unbearable loss — one sister even shared a chilling call he made after her sister disappeared. Heuermann remained silent, occasionally tapping his fingers, offering only a faint nod when aske...

A grandmother’s heart-wrenching first public plea as her four-year-old grandson Gus Lamont remains missing after vanishing from a remote South Australian station nine months ago—despite police searches, unanswered questions, and her own painful experience being questioned without charges.

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Snowy 2.0’s massive cost overrun and management chaos continue to dominate headlines, with a new audit revealing “significant deficiencies” even after a 2023 reset. Originally budgeted at $2 billion, the project now sits at a staggering $12 billion — six times the original cost — as contractors fail to deliver promised productivity gains and cost-tracking systems remain broken. While Snowy Hydro has agreed to four of five audit recommendations, including better risk management and contractor accountability, critics demand full transparency and a deeper review, especially as executive bonuses persist despite missed targets. The government still backs the project as vital for renewable energy storage — enough to po...

Bruce Lehrmann faces two rape charges from 2021 in Toowoomba, and his defense is pushing for access to raw footage from Brittany Higgins’ documentary “Silenced,” fearing it could bias the jury. The filmmaker’s team argues the film doesn’t cover Lehrmann’s case and has already been publicly screened without issue. Judge Deborah Richards is now deciding whether to grant the request, with the outcome potentially shaping Lehrmann’s upcoming trial.

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Ancient Aussie Shiraz vines, planted in 1843 and still crushing grapes today, just snagged a spot in a global photography contest—and you can vote for them to win!

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Gina Rinehart’s bold political gestures and Pauline Hanson’s fiery National Press Club speech are igniting Australia’s political scene, as Hanson pushes for a monoculture, cuts to public broadcasters, and slashes migration—while defiantly embracing criticism and even turning a protest banner into a social media moment. GetUp! makes a comeback with disruption, the government counters with achievements, and opposition figures like Angus Taylor scramble to respond—all as the next election looms and political strategies heat up.

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This Saturday, Adelaide’s skate scene goes full throttle for Go Skateboarding Day at Da Klinic’s Myer Centre takeover — free pizza, Red Bull, cash prizes, gear giveaways, and a Game of S.K.A.T.E tournament await. Plus, relive skate history with a “30 Years & Counting” deck exhibition and celebrate Da Klinic’s 25th anniversary with exclusive merch and 20% off decks. If the sun shines, the party spills into the city with a group skate to Adelaide City Skate Park. June 20th — don’t miss it.

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Ainiara, a spirited 17-year-old, feels a divine calling to become a nun after a transformative retreat — a decision that fractures her family. Her father, a struggling restaurateur, her atheist aunt pushing for university, and her worried grandmother all clash over her future. Even the mother superior declines to intervene, insisting faith must guide her own path. Told with raw emotion and layered tension, “Sundays” captures the sacred clash between spiritual devotion and earthly expectations — all anchored by Ainiara’s moving performance as she wrestles with love, belief, and the weight of choice.

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Isabel, a passionate sommelier in São Paulo, quits her high-pressure job after years of her wine picks being ignored by her boss—and decides to open her own wine bar. With her best friend Nico by her side, she even tries to woo an American investor, Pat, who ultimately walks away. Undeterred, they ditch the investor dream and take matters into their own hands, transforming a tiny spot near Isabel’s home into their own space—no funding, no shortcuts. The film, crafted by Marina Person and Gabe Klinger, pulses with the energy of São Paulo’s streets, c...

Parliament is launching a major inquiry into South Australia’s biggest heritage group, the National Trust, after a firestorm of volunteer discontent erupted over leadership decisions and lack of accountability. The probe follows a February leadership ousting at the Moonta branch that triggered a wave of resignations and shuttered historic sites like the Moonta Mines, hurting tourism. Officials demand transparency on assets and property deals — including a Burra bank building bought by council for a visitor center — while the Trust’s CEO dismisses the inquiry as costly and insists any sales will benefit communities at below-market rates. Tensions remain high as...

The legendary Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, believed to be over 1,200 years old and tied to Robin Hood’s tales, has died—likely due to centuries of visitor foot traffic compacting its soil, starving its roots, and combined with climate stress. Once supported by cables to prevent collapse, this ancient giant now stands as a silent monument to myth and ecology, its legacy enduring in stories and the forest’s heart.

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A former secretary to billionaire Judith Neilson, Annalouise Spence, faces serious fraud charges for allegedly stealing $1.7 million over five to six years—funding a lavish lifestyle with first-class flights, designer gear, and even custom napkins for her boss’s 50th birthday. Granted bail by the Supreme Court under strict conditions—including home detention, no travel outside New South Wales, and no contact with her ex-employer—Spence must also seek psychological treatment while under supervision. Her husband is footing a $1 million surety bond. Though she’s admitted to some wrongdoing and repaid part of the sum, prosecutors say the evidence is strong...

South Australia’s parliament rejected a controversial late-term abortion bill for the third time, with lawmakers voting overwhelmingly against it despite a slim upper house passage. The bill, which would have restricted abortions after 25 weeks to life-saving cases and removed mental health as a valid reason, faced fierce opposition—even surprising Premier Peter Malinauskas, who voted yes. Critics called the effort “cruel” and stigmatizing, while supporters pushed for stricter oversight. Though an amendment allowed abortions in cases of severe fetal abnormalities, the core restrictions remained contentious. Advocates for reproductive rights celebrated the defeat, urging lawmakers to focus instead on expandin...

Billions are pouring into AI data centers in regional South Australia, promising hundreds of jobs—but locals are furious they’ve been left out of the conversation. With sites planned for Tailem Bend and Port Augusta, companies like Firmus claim these locations are ideal, away from homes, and promise water-efficient liquid cooling. Yet, community leaders say there’s been zero consultation, sparking fears over water usage, power demands, and noise—especially as Australia grapples with drought. The state government calls it a strategic investment opportunity, but a petition with thousands of signatures shows public backlash is mounting. Meanwhile, another major AI...

Sarah Game calls the past two days her toughest political battle yet—she narrowly passed a late-term abortion bill in the upper house, a first for her party, only to see it die in the lower house, even with Premier Malinauskas and Opposition Leader voting yes. Malinauskas defended his vote as consistent with his pro-choice stance, vowing not to be distracted by repeated debates. Game admits the upper house vote was grueling, citing moral divides, and laments the rushed lower house process. Advocacy groups applaud the swift closure, relieved the bill didn’t pass and hoping to focus on heal...

South Australia just made history by passing a landmark law letting both moms in a same-sex couple be listed as “mother” on their child’s birth certificate — a major step toward legal equality for lesbian families. Previously, only the birth mother was officially recognized, with the other mom labeled as a “co-parent.” This change, championed by Greens MLC Robert Simms, ensures birth certificates reflect the true reality of parenting and supports families in critical areas like healthcare. While it doesn’t yet apply to same-sex male couples, it’s a powerful win for rainbow families and a clear signal that legal syste...

Business leaders are braving the cold in cardboard sleeping bags to experience firsthand the harsh realities of homelessness, raising funds and awareness as demand for housing and support surges across South Australia. With rents skyrocketing and winter looming, thousands are losing their homes — and the sleepout aims to turn empathy into action, raising $800,000 to fuel vital services and help people rebuild their lives.

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South Australia just made history—both moms in same-sex couples can now be listed on birth certificates, a move hailed as deeply affirming. But not all news is positive: a massive meth bust, arson at an abandoned Smithfield Plains home, and political turbulence, including Family First’s Sarah Game calling her recent days “the toughest in politics,” while the Premier finally speaks on his vote on the late-term abortion bill. Meanwhile, big AI infrastructure projects are set to roll out in regional SA, sparking local concern but promising hundreds of jobs. And at the federal level, a new capital gains ta...

Men are redefining career success by prioritizing flexibility for well-being, not just job titles—studies confirm it boosts satisfaction and mental health, yet many hesitate due to stigma. For men in their 40s and 50s, balancing leadership, family, and caregiving demands is key, and they’re seeking workplaces that value purpose over rigid structures. Employers should see this as ambition reimagined—not a retreat, but a smarter, more sustainable path to impact.

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