Politics
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.
The Coober Pedy council's administration will continue indefinitely, with the state government delaying its transition out of administration. The council was suspended in 2019 due to soaring debt and findings of maladministration.
It's been 10 years since a statewide blackout left South Australia in darkness, but the debate over the state's electricity future remains as contentious as ever. The blackout, which affected over 850,000 properties and 1.7 million residents, has been attributed to various factors, including overly sensitive protection mechanisms in wind farms and a 'one-in-50-year storm'.
Federal court legal action has been lodged over the SA government's plans for a MotoGP circuit in Adelaide CBD. The case seeks an urgent injunction in relation to the works associated with the MotoGP.
Former Premier Mike Rann has recalled his entry into politics under the leadership of Don Dunstan, South Australia's most influential premier, who championed social justice and the arts. Dunstan's legacy is being celebrated 100 years after his birth.
One Nation has welcomed Senator Alex Antic's election as state president of the Liberal party, describing it as a "win" for South Australia. The move has sparked concerns about the party's direction, with some Liberals expressing worries about Senator Antic's close ties to One Nation and his record of voting against his own party.
Liberal senator Alex Antic has been elected president of the South Australian Liberal Party, defeating SA Upper House leader Nicola Centofanti in a ballot of party delegates. Antic has vowed to give Liberal members a "genuine say in the policy direction" of the party.
A high-stakes battle for the South Australian Liberal Party presidency is set to play out at the party's annual general meeting on Saturday, with Senator Alex Antic vying for the top spot against Liberal SA Upper House leader Nicola Centofanti. The outcome could have significant implications for the party's policy direction and its relationship with One Nation.
Former South Australian MP Fraser Ellis has avoided jail for misusing a parliamentary allowance, despite being convicted of seven counts of deception. Ellis maintains his actions were casual and not criminal.
Newly released documents have raised questions about the due diligence process behind a $5 million federal Labor pledge to upgrade a sports precinct in Adelaide. The funding, announced in the lead-up to the 2025 election, was for the redevelopment of Jubilee Reserve as a permanent home for the Adelaide Jaguars women's soccer club.
One Nation will support a push to permanently ban fracking for gas in South Australia's South East, forming an unlikely alliance with the Greens. The move comes after a long-standing community backlash against fracking in the region.
The federal government is in discussions with the opposition over immigration as South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas warns against cuts to skilled migration, accusing major parties of pandering to populist sentiment. The talks come ahead of an expected crackdown to curb Net Overseas Migration.
The Malinauskas government has avoided a major headache after securing hosting rights to the Australian Open golf tournament from 2028, as LIV Golf filed for bankruptcy in the US. The government had invested at least $45 million to upgrade the North Adelaide Golf Course for the tournament.
Polling officials who offered to work at the recent state election were ignored by the South Australian Electoral Commission (ECSA), despite having previous experience. The ECSA is facing scrutiny over its handling of the election, which saw various issues before, during, and after polling day.
The federal government has shelved a promise to implement national packaging standards aimed at reducing plastic waste, citing concerns over cost of living pressures. The decision has been met with criticism from the recycling and sustainability industries, who argue that it will hinder efforts to reduce waste and increase recycling rates.
A Pooraka property identified as the Descendants outlawed motorcycle gang clubhouse has been declared a "prescribed place" by the South Australian government. Members who attempt to enter the site now face up to three years in prison under the new crackdown.
A bitter funding standoff between state and federal ministers has left public schools billions of dollars short of minimum standards. As politicians debate the Better and Fairer Schools Agreement, disadvantaged schools continue to ration critical opportunities for their students.
South Australia has announced a pioneering $3 million Royal Commission into artificial intelligence to establish critical guardrails for the technology. The landmark inquiry will investigate AI's impacts on jobs, education, and public services starting this year, with a final report expected by mid-2025.
The United States Senate has confirmed conservative economist and former congressman David Brat as the next ambassador to Australia, ending a nearly 20-month vacancy. Brat's close ties to Donald Trump and his outspoken nationalist views are poised to reshape diplomatic dynamics in Canberra.
A powerful US lobbying group is reshaping congressional elections by spending tens of millions of dollars on attack ads that completely avoid mentioning the group's central foreign policy agenda.
State Liberal Leader Ashton Hurn is fighting to keep the focus on government accountability as a toxic internal battle for the party’s presidency threatens to derail her leadership.
South Australia's police chief has called for internal reflection following a tragic murder-suicide in the state's south-east. Commissioner Grant Stevens also addressed controversial home detention decisions and ongoing high-profile cases.
A high-stakes Liberal Women's Council meeting has exposed deep factional divisions within the South Australian Liberal Party following a tense confrontation between a prominent anti-abortion campaigner and the state's former deputy premier.