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Adelaide's public transport fares are among the highest in the country, with some trips costing more than anywhere else in Australia. For residents like Ann-Maree Anderson, public transport is a lifeline that enables her to access essential services, education, and employment opportunities.
A registered nurse has been banned from practicing for two years after using 'completely unreasonable' force against an aged care resident with a complex diagnosis, including dementia. The nurse, Su Jin Han, 47, was working at an aged care provider in Adelaide's north when the incidents occurred.
A recent measles outbreak in South Australia has sparked concern among health authorities, with nine confirmed cases reported this year. The resurgence of once-common childhood diseases such as measles and diphtheria is attributed to declining vaccination rates and the spread of anti-vaccination misinformation.
A patient with pneumonia waited over nine hours in an ambulance outside Lyell McEwin Hospital on a day the doctors' union described as a "flashpoint" demand for the emergency department. The union warned that staff were feeling "helpless" due to overwhelming demand, with 130 patients waiting for treatment or a bed.
Students from across Australia, New Zealand, and India have gathered at a remote sheep station in outback New South Wales to compete in a prestigious rocket competition. The event, held at White Cliffs, tests the engineering and technical skills of about 20 teams of students.
A 19-year-old driver has been arrested and charged with multiple offences after allegedly ramming a rideshare vehicle with two people inside in Adelaide's north. The incident was one of several crashes attended by police in the past 24 hours.
A proposed register for short-stay accommodation providers in South Australia has received mixed reactions from industry stakeholders. The plan aims to better understand the sector's impact on housing and rental affordability.
The South Australian government spent a record $48.6 million on advertising last financial year, sparking accusations of taxpayer funds being wasted on "self-congratulatory" campaigns. The spending has gone towards a wide range of campaigns, including public safety messages, promotions for major events, and recruitment drives.
The South Australian government is pushing ahead with plans for a MotoGP circuit in the Adelaide parklands, despite concerns about its impact on the environment and heritage. The government has argued that previous major infrastructure projects in the area, including the O-Bahn tunnel and the new Women's and Children's Hospital, have set a precedent for working on the parklands.
South Australia's Royal Commission into Artificial Intelligence is set to begin its work today, led by three experts appointed by the state government. The commission will examine the opportunities and implications of AI in South Australia, with a focus on improving productivity, innovation, and economic growth.
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