Wine exports slump
Australian wine exports have slumped by 13 per cent in the past financial year.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 17:13:00 +1000

Fed Govt 'open' to buying Murray-Darling properties
The idea of buying Murray-Darling properties to send more water downstream may hold some appeal.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 11:21:00 +1000

Buying properties not the answer: Rann
SA Premier Mike Rann says buying private properties with large water allocations interstate will not save the lower lakes.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 14:00:00 +1000

Farmer criticises Govt's water efforts
A Riverland olive farmer has told South Australian Water Security Minister Karlene Maywald that the State Government is not doing enough to help irrigators relying on the Murray River.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 13:44:00 +1000

Cubbie Station open to Fed Govt purchase
Aust's biggest cotton property says the Govt is welcome to make an offer to use its large water entitlement.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 13:21:00 +1000

Farmer gets legal advice on weir plan
A farmer whose land is at the site of a proposed Murray weir is getting legal advice.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 09:37:00 +1000

MP urges Govt to rethink compulsory water acquisition
Greens' MP Mark Parnell says it is time for the Government to reconsider the compulsory acquisition of water from irrigators to save the lower lakes.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:43:00 +1000

Murray 'water theft' pumping angers SA Oppn
SA Opposition says huge volumes of Murray water are being taken by unmetered pumps.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 11:22:00 +1000

Weir not wanted, more locals tell SA Govt
More residents along the Murray tell the SA Government a weir is not wanted.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 17:34:00 +1000

Farmers welcome August rain
The Farmers Federation says solid rain comes at an important time for SA farms.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:01:00 +1000

Wong likened to Saddam over lakes' fate
Federal Opposition's environment spokesman Greg Hunt has compared Water Minister Penny Wong to Saddam Hussein, saying she and the Federal Government have condemned South Australia's Lower Lakes region to death.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:34:00 +1000

Mergers for SA school zonings
School districts will be rezoned under a plan to streamline South Australian Government departments.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:00:00 +1000

'Not enough water' to save Murray lower lakes: Wong
Water Minister Penny Wong says there is not enough water in the Murray system to save the lower lakes.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 10:00:00 +1000

SA schools strike rolls on
More schools close as SA teachers strike, with special bus services to help some students.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 09:00:00 +1000

Mallee wilderness zone declared
Threatened birds will be better protected by a new wilderness zone declared in eastern SA.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:14:00 +1000

Lower Murray weir works starting
No official decision to build one, but work starts for a weir on the lower Murray in SA.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 13:13:00 +1000

Information sessions to focus on truckie fatigue laws
The Transport Department says it is holding heavy vehicle driver fatigue information sessions around South Australia to ensure drivers know the new laws.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:25:00 +1000

Teachers rally for better public education
About 100 teachers, students and parents rallied in Mount Gambier's Cave Gardens yesterday demanding a better deal for public education.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:24:00 +1000

Firms urged to hire local trade school students
Country businesses are being encouraged to hire local trade school students in the first round of public briefings in Port Pirie today.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:21:00 +1000

Productivity Commission discusses EC funding
The Productivity Commission is in Barmera today to discuss the future of Exceptional Circumstances (EC) funding and exit grants in the Riverland.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:15:00 +1000

Opposition attacks water buyback scheme
The Federal Opposition has criticised the Government's $50 million water buyback scheme, saying only a trickle will make it into the Murray River this year.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 11:24:00 +1000

Water flows at trial desal plant
Water starts flowing at Adelaide's pilot desalination plant at Port Stanvac.
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 11:27:00 +1000

Push for Lake Bonney community plan
Berri Barmera Council wants the local community to draw up a management plan for the future of Lake Bonney in the Riverland.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 07:31:00 +1000

Regional courts may close
The South Australian Courts Administration Authority says it will be sensitive when it considers which regional courts could be closed.
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:15:00 +1000

Wine exports slump
Australian wine exports have slumped by 13 per cent in the past financial year.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 17:13:00 +1000

Union seeks wine job loss answers
The union representing Constellation Wines' employees will meet its management today to clarify how many jobs will be lost at its Reynella bottling plant in Adelaide.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 14:17:00 +1000

Turkish seamen to go home after making abuse complaints
The International Transport Workers Federation says four Turkish seamen who say they were abused aboard a merchant ship are expected to fly home today.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 14:12:00 +1000

SA Govt promises marine parks consultation
The Department of Environment and Heritage says there will be public consultation over the proposed marine parks off Eyre Peninsula.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 14:02:00 +1000

More rain needed for SA crops
The latest crop report from the Department of Primary Industries and Resources South Australia shows significant rainfall is needed throughout the state in the next couple of months to maintain crop and pasture growth.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 13:50:00 +1000

Jobs going in wine restructuring
Hundreds of jobs will be affected as Constellation Wines restructures operations.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:45:00 +1000

'Abused' crewmen brought ashore in SA
A merchant ship has left Australia for China after four Turkish crewmen were allowed ashore.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:00:00 +1000

Ceduna consulted about ATSIC replacement
A task force set up to determine the new model for a national Indigenous body has visited Ceduna, one of only two stops in South Australia.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 09:01:00 +1000

Govt accused of Eyre Peninsula water inaction
The Member for Flinders, Liz Penfold, says the South Australian Government is wasting money and not taking action on water issues on the Eyre Peninsula.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:47:00 +1000

Farmers welcome August rain
The Farmers Federation says solid rain comes at an important time for SA farms.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:01:00 +1000

Drug crop found in bunker under shed
Two arrests are made over a cannabis crop found in a bunker at Angaston in SA.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 07:45:00 +1000

Four 'abused' crew can leave ship: union
A union says four Turkish crew were stopped from leaving a ship at Whyalla and had been 'abused'.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:05:00 +1000

Mergers for SA school zonings
School districts will be rezoned under a plan to streamline South Australian Government departments.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:00:00 +1000

Teen seeks bail on servo shooting charge
A teenager charged over a shooting at a service station on Yorke Peninsula wants to be released on bail.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 13:32:00 +1000

SA schools strike rolls on
More schools close as SA teachers strike, with special bus services to help some students.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 09:00:00 +1000

Yorke Peninsula tackles water infrastructure woes
A technical working party has been set up to discuss the Yorke Peninsula's future water infrastructure requirements.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 09:41:00 +1000

Barossa council oppose limestone mine expansion
The Barossa council says it is preparing a submission into Penrice Soda's plan to expand its limestone mine at Angaston.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 09:37:00 +1000

Hay firm promises jobs after fire
SP Hay guarantees work for its Paskeville staff in SA despite a fire.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:32:00 +1000

Firms urged to hire local trade school students
Country businesses are being encouraged to hire local trade school students in the first round of public briefings in Port Pirie today.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:21:00 +1000

OneSteel moves to limit red dust
OneSteel Whyalla's main screening plant has been closed to lessen the effects of red dust.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 08:30:00 +1000

Mayor outraged over Centrex plan
Port Lincoln Mayor Peter Davis says he is appalled his city is still being considered as a possible site to ship iron ore.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 08:49:00 +1000

Singer's future remains uncertain
The South Australian Government and the APY Lands Board are waiting for more information before deciding whether to remove the former lands chairman from the board.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 08:43:00 +1000

Town devastated over teen drinking death
The mayor of Peterborough says town residents are devastated by the death of a student at the weekend.
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:12:00 +1000

Regional courts may close
The South Australian Courts Administration Authority says it will be sensitive when it considers which regional courts could be closed.
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:15:00 +1000

Wine exports slump
Australian wine exports have slumped by 13 per cent in the past financial year.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 17:13:00 +1000

Union seeks wine job loss answers
The union representing Constellation Wines' employees will meet its management today to clarify how many jobs will be lost at its Reynella bottling plant in Adelaide.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 14:17:00 +1000

More rain needed for SA crops
The latest crop report from the Department of Primary Industries and Resources South Australia shows significant rainfall is needed throughout the state in the next couple of months to maintain crop and pasture growth.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 13:50:00 +1000

Jobs going in wine restructuring
Hundreds of jobs will be affected as Constellation Wines restructures operations.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:45:00 +1000

Teys signs new workplace agreement
Naracoorte beef processor Teys Bros says its 280 employees stand to benefit from its new four year workplace agreement.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:49:00 +1000

MP urges Govt to rethink compulsory water acquisition
Greens' MP Mark Parnell says it is time for the Government to reconsider the compulsory acquisition of water from irrigators to save the lower lakes.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:43:00 +1000

Farmers welcome August rain
The Farmers Federation says solid rain comes at an important time for SA farms.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:01:00 +1000

Mergers for SA school zonings
School districts will be rezoned under a plan to streamline South Australian Government departments.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:00:00 +1000

Authorities urged to streamline coastal planning
A report released by the National Sea Change Task Force recommends that state and territory authorities streamline the way they make coastal planning decisions.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 14:08:00 +1000

Study reviews drought's social impact
A drought impact review has heard from more than 200 Australians about the psychological impact the drought is having on families and communities.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 14:06:00 +1000

Mallee wilderness zone declared
Threatened birds will be better protected by a new wilderness zone declared in eastern SA.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:14:00 +1000

Information sessions to focus on truckie fatigue laws
The Transport Department says it is holding heavy vehicle driver fatigue information sessions around South Australia to ensure drivers know the new laws.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:25:00 +1000

Teachers rally for better public education
About 100 teachers, students and parents rallied in Mount Gambier's Cave Gardens yesterday demanding a better deal for public education.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:24:00 +1000

Firms urged to hire local trade school students
Country businesses are being encouraged to hire local trade school students in the first round of public briefings in Port Pirie today.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:21:00 +1000

Regional courts may close
The South Australian Courts Administration Authority says it will be sensitive when it considers which regional courts could be closed.
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:15:00 +1000

Greens' MP criticises 'unfair' water billing scheme
Greens' MP Mark Parnell says the water billing system in South Australia is unfair on households.
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 14:00:00 +1000

Teachers' union begins industrial unrest
The teachers' union will start rolling strikes today, with selected schools across south-east South Australia closing for half a day.
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 12:26:00 +1000

SELGA to maintain development board consistency
A push from Robe District Council for greater transparency within the Limestone Coast Regional Development Board has been thrown out by the South-East Local Government Association (SELGA).
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 12:25:00 +1000

Tantanoola too good for Kalangadoo
In local Aussie rules football, Tantanoola enjoyed a percentage boosting victory when it defeated the mid-south-east's bottom side Kalangadoo, 142-75.
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 12:04:00 +1000

Opposition wants $50m lower lakes relief package
The Federal Opposition wants the Government to come up with a $50 million relief package for communities on South Australia's lower lakes.
Fri, 01 Aug 2008 14:30:00 +1000

Rally urges more action on Murray
Hundreds rally in Adelaide to demand the SA and Federal Governments do more for the Murray.
Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:00:00 +1000

Revising health plan a 'waste of money'
The South Australian Opposition's country health spokesman, Rob Kerin, says the Government has wasted time and money by not consulting properly before releasing its country health plan.
Fri, 01 Aug 2008 11:30:00 +1000

Gunns pulls out of veneer mill site
Community opposition has resulted in the Tasmanian timber company Gunns withdrawing from plans to build a rotary veneer mill at Western Junction near the Launceston Airport in northern Tasmania.
Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:14:00 +1000

Govt backs off from SA country health changes
The SA Government bows to pressure and backs off from some country health changes.
Thu, 31 Jul 2008 07:32:00 +1000

SA Govt promises marine parks consultation
The Department of Environment and Heritage says there will be public consultation over the proposed marine parks off Eyre Peninsula.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 14:02:00 +1000

More rain needed for SA crops
The latest crop report from the Department of Primary Industries and Resources South Australia shows significant rainfall is needed throughout the state in the next couple of months to maintain crop and pasture growth.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 13:50:00 +1000

Ceduna consulted about ATSIC replacement
A task force set up to determine the new model for a national Indigenous body has visited Ceduna, one of only two stops in South Australia.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 09:01:00 +1000

Govt accused of Eyre Peninsula water inaction
The Member for Flinders, Liz Penfold, says the South Australian Government is wasting money and not taking action on water issues on the Eyre Peninsula.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:47:00 +1000

Farmers welcome August rain
The Farmers Federation says solid rain comes at an important time for SA farms.
Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:01:00 +1000

Mergers for SA school zonings
School districts will be rezoned under a plan to streamline South Australian Government departments.
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:00:00 +1000

Mayor outraged over Centrex plan
Port Lincoln Mayor Peter Davis says he is appalled his city is still being considered as a possible site to ship iron ore.
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 08:49:00 +1000

Regional courts may close
The South Australian Courts Administration Authority says it will be sensitive when it considers which regional courts could be closed.
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:15:00 +1000

Greens' MP criticises 'unfair' water billing scheme
Greens' MP Mark Parnell says the water billing system in South Australia is unfair on households.
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 14:00:00 +1000

Centrex pushes on with Proper Bay plan
Mine company Centrex pushes on with a development application for a deep sea port at Proper Bay in SA.
Mon, 04 Aug 2008 08:43:00 +1000

Centrex to buy Tumby Bay port land
Centrex Metals has reached an agreement to buy 105 hectares of land on South Australia's Tumby Bay coast for the development of a deep sea port.
Fri, 01 Aug 2008 14:16:00 +1000

Revising health plan a 'waste of money'
The South Australian Opposition's country health spokesman, Rob Kerin, says the Government has wasted time and money by not consulting properly before releasing its country health plan.
Fri, 01 Aug 2008 11:30:00 +1000

Govt backs off from SA country health changes
The SA Government bows to pressure and backs off from some country health changes.
Thu, 31 Jul 2008 07:32:00 +1000

Farmers wary of climate change training
SA farmers are wary of an offer of climate change training.
Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:48:00 +1000

Remains found on SA west coast
Aboriginal heritage experts probe human remains found near Streaky Bay in SA.
Wed, 30 Jul 2008 14:00:00 +1000

Forecast loss won't stop Cleanseas expansion
The chairman of Cleanseas Tuna, Haegen Stehr, says possible expansion plans to Wallaroo, north of Adelaide, will not be jeopardised by the company's forecast loss.
Wed, 30 Jul 2008 09:00:00 +1000

Coffin Bay man angry over parking fine during medical emergency
A Coffin Bay man says he would rather go to jail than pay a $227 fine for parking in a disabled zone outside a Port Lincoln clinic.
Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:46:00 +1000

Truckies to stop work for two weeks
SA truck drivers say they will take trucks off the road for two weeks to protest pressures on drivers and owners.
Mon, 28 Jul 2008 07:05:00 +1000

Coldest July morning for 25 years
Adelaide has shivered through the coldest July morning since 1983.
Mon, 28 Jul 2008 07:34:00 +1000

Clean Seas contemplates Wallaroo expansion
South Australian seafood company Clean Seas Tuna is considering the possibility of expanding its operations across the Spencer Gulf to Wallaroo.
Fri, 25 Jul 2008 10:04:00 +1000

Teacher strikes ahead
Members of the Australian Education Union have endorsed further industrial action.
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:22:00 +1000

Country health petition to be presented
A petition with 28,000 signatures opposing country health changes is to go to the SA Parliament.
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 08:13:00 +1000

McEwen 'well prepared' for new portfolio
The newly-appointed Minister for Regional Development, Rory McEwen, says he is well prepared for the new portfolio given his previous experience in country South Australia.
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:00:00 +1000

Thevenard port upgrade to benefit West Coast farmers
It is anticipated West Coast farmers will see huge savings in the cost of exporting their grain if a port upgrade at Thevenard goes ahead.
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 12:40:00 +1000