South Australia Digest — local news from South Australia

A Dubai-bound Emirates flight was forced to return to Adelaide Airport after reporting a mechanical issue while in the air. Passengers have been rebooked on a later flight or accommodated in hotels.

A record-breaking harvest is on the cards for South Australian farmers, bringing relief to families who have struggled through years of drought. Above-average rainfall has transformed the Riverland region, with crops thriving and community spirits high.

Smart glasses are transforming the lives of people with disabilities, offering greater independence and confidence. However, concerns about their potential misuse have sparked controversy and calls for restrictions.

A South Australian GP has been banned from practising for a year after being found to have exploited a vulnerable patient and engaged in professional misconduct. The doctor had prescribed addictive pain medication to the patient, then bought it back off them for his own use.

A 71-year-old woman was treated on the floor of a hospital waiting room for four hours, sparking an apology from SA Health and a review of her care. The woman, who lives with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, said she was not provided with a bed despite her low oxygen levels.

Ambulance ramping at Lyell McEwin Hospital has reached alarming levels, with up to 16 ambulances ramped on the morning after the long weekend. The Ambulance Employees Association has expressed concerns about the record month of ramping, citing immense demand on paramedics and hospital staff.

Izzi Batt-Doyle has broken the Australian women's marathon record with a time of 2:20:38 at the Chicago Marathon. The 31-year-old finished sixth overall in the women's race, which was won by defending champion Hawi Feysa of Ethiopia.

The AFL trade period has ended with several major deals, including Ben King moving to Hawthorn and Zak Butters joining the Western Bulldogs. The deals have reshaped the league, with many teams bolstering their rosters for the upcoming season.

Adelaide 36ers coach Trevor Gleeson claims he was unfairly targeted by referees during his team's 96-91 loss to Melbourne United. Gleeson was given a technical foul and expressed frustration with the referees' decisions throughout the game.