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A 16-year-old surfer said he was lucky to escape serious injury after a shark reportedly bit his foot over the Easter weekend.

‘Shock’: Teenage boy bitten by shark while surfing

A 16-year-old surfer said he was lucky to escape serious injury after a shark reportedly bit his foot over the Easter weekend.

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Tony was swept away by floodwaters in South Australia's remote northeast on Saturday. (HANDOUT/SOUTH AUSTRALIA POLICE)

Body of man swept away by floodwaters found

The body of a 65-year-old man who was swept away by floodwaters in South Australia's far north has been found following a three-day search effort.

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Several motorcyclists have died in crashes on Australian roads over the Easter long weekend.

Horror Easter long weekend as road deaths spiral

A series of deaths on Australia's roads has marred the Easter long weekend, fuelling an already high national road toll.

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The teenager had a lucky escape after a shark attack.

Miracle escape after teen attacked by shark

A young surfer was forced to paddle back to shore with blood pouring from a wound after a large shark latched onto his leg in South Australia.

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One farming family bought enough diesel to last until August, guaranteeing they will be able to plant and harvest winter crops, including what, barley, peas, lentils and hay. Dan Videtich

How this farming family is preparing for the energy crisis

Seeing the war coming, the Schusters bought enough diesel to keep their business going through the winter. Few other Australians were as lucky, and now face the prospect of rationing.

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Erica Hoy was killed in a crash after drug driver, Carlie Richards hit her car from behind.

Meth-addicted mum-of-five behind fatal crash released from custody

‘I can only hope that with this second chance, Carlie chooses to become a better person.’

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A dog found injured at an Adelaide Hills golf club is recovering after surgery.

Kelpie found tied to tree with horrific head injuries

Investigators urgently seek information after a dog was left for dead.

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Gus Lamont has been missing since September 2025, the search now has hit a new milestone.

Grandmother breaks silence six months after 4yo Gus vanished

Six months after four-year-old Gus Lamont vanished, his grandmother says the family is still hoping new information will help uncover what happened.

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Cynthia Frahn was found guilty of unlawful sexual intercourse and indecent assault. Photo: Instagram

Mum forced oral sex on boy in swag

A mother has learnt the fate of her bid to quash her conviction after she was found guilty of sexually abusing a 15-year-old boy.

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Western suburbs tradie accused of raping teenage girl on Adelaide bus

Tradie accused of raping teen girl on public bus

The shocking details can now be revealed after a secrecy order lapsed.

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One Nation leader Senator Pauline Hanson celebrated the party’s good showing in the South Australian election on Saturday.

The SA election changes everything for the federal Liberals

AARON PATRICK: One Nation’s polling surge is not a statistical anomaly, and means Pauline Hanson is now as much a threat to the Coalition as Anthony Albanese.

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One Nation faces complaints over pre-filled how-to-vote cards as polling delays reported.

Election integrity questioned as One Nation faces claims

Allegations of rule breaches and technical issues at polling booths have raised questions over the conduct of South Australia’s election.

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South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas can expect to increase Labor's stronghold.  (Brett Hartwig/AAP PHOTOS)

Counting under way with Labor in box seat at state poll

Counting is under way after polls closed in South Australia where Labor is expected to cement its stronghold in the state.

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Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party could snatch a huge chunk of the popular vote.

Voters head to polls in SA election with huge implications

Voting has opened in South Australia, where a State election is taking place that could send shockwaves through the political landscape. 

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‘Sexual touching’ claim rocks One Nation

A One Nation candidate has been dumped on the eve of the South Australian election over revelations he is wanted in the UK over alleged outstanding criminal charges.

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