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25/07/2025

Eighty-five trucks, loaded with more than 6,000 bales of hay and straw, have begun the trek across the Nullarbor, headed to drought-stricken parts of South Australia.

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More than 80 trucks loaded with more than 6,000 bales of hay and straw from WA is heading for drought-stricken parts of South Australia.

25/07/2025

"I'm hoping some people bring along their best layered s**g" ❤️

Rob Mills grew up listening to his brother's Bon Jovi's Greatest Hits CD in the mid-90s.

The charismatic performer has taken on a long line of characters who've stood the test of time, and now he's taking his hero in the 'permed mullet'.

Rob Mills grew up listening to his brother's Bon Jovi's Greatest Hits CD in the mid-90s. Now he's taking on another of his heroes - a long line of characters who've stood the test of time.

25/07/2025

A blast of wet and blustery weather is moving across South Australia, lifting spirits in grain-growing areas and bringing record rainfall to one outback township.

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A wave of wintry weather causes downpours across South Australia, but the heavens are not the only things to open — grain farmer Robin Schaefer extends his arms in gratitude as he looks skywards.

25/07/2025

Major disability employment provider Maxima has told staff it has lost federal government funding to deliver services in all states except Western Australia.

The ABC understands the employees were told on Thursday.

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In a document sent to workers and sighted by ABC News, the organisation's management wrote that "most" of its disability employment services roles would be impacted from November 1 this year.

A spokesperson from the Department of Social Services said the federal government was "reforming disability employment services" which "reflect extensive consultation" with the disability community.

"The changes will mean more people accessing services, more tailored support, more accountability and more support for providers. The new program will help an extra 15,000 people with disability across the country find a job that they love," they said.

25/07/2025

“I really want to thank everyone and team ABC.” ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

Bek from Vitor Harbor, who feared she might not make it while waiting for heart surgery has received heart surgery this week at Flinders Medical Centre.

“They didn’t have to do pacemaker but everything else was done. They are sending me home later this afternoon back by MediRide Southern Communities Medical. A big thankyou team ABC and to all listeners for care support and also prayers,” she said.

Bek Batt from Victor Harbor was losing hope that she would ever receive heart surgery when she called ABC Radio Adelaide. Thursday, she underwent an operation at Flinders Medical Centre.

25/07/2025

Disability employment provider Bedford is hoping the federal government will throw it a financial lifeline to avoid it entering voluntary administration, but the federal government says it does not usually put taxpayer money into a "failing organisation".

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Bedford is hoping the federal government will throw it a financial lifeline to avoid it entering voluntary administration, but the government says it does not usually put taxpayer money into a "failing organisation".

24/07/2025

Who do you think will win this weekend’s Showdown?🏉

Adelaide has soared into premiership contention as one of the in-form teams late in the AFL season. Winning seven of their last eight games, the Crows are perfectly placed for a September charge.

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Adelaide has soared into premiership contention as one of the in-form teams late in the AFL season. Winning seven of their last eight games, the Crows are perfectly placed for a September charge.

24/07/2025

SA fishermen hope government money is spent wisely. 🐟

South Australia is dealing with an "unprecedented" environmental disaster which has spread throughout the coastline, killing thousands of sea creatures and taking a toll on businesses, tourism, and the mental health of those who live and work near the sea.

Ian Mitchell, Manager of the South Australian Fishermans Co-Operative Limited (SAFCOL) told 891 ABC Radio Adelaide Sonya, Jules and Rory McClaren he is hoping to see money spent in the right places.

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“The feeling was a lot better today for fisherman that it has been for the last few weeks,” he said.

“The main concern is the science, we know what’s happening at the moment, but we need to know what’s going to happen over the next 12 months to two years.”

Tune in to Breakfast with Sonya & Jules on 891AM ABC Radio Adelaide or on the ABC listen app: https://bit.ly/AdelaideRadioLive

24/07/2025

How many cars are too many cars? 🚗🤔

891 ABC Radio Adelaide’s Drive with Nikolai Beilharz asked if there should be limit on how many cars one household should have.

"Our neighbours have multiple cars in their driveway and on the street and it makes it very difficult when it comes to bin night and when we have visitors," Shaun from Cumberland Park said.

Urban and regional planner Dr Donna Ferretti recognised there's very few alternatives.

"There are not enough tram, trains, or buses so you get this thing that everyone in a household gets a car. It’s a huge burden on our city,” she told Nikola Beilharz.

Tune in to Drive with Nikolai Beilharz 3pm-6pm weekdays on 891AM ABC Radio Adelaide or on the ABC listen app: https://bit.ly/AdelaideRadioLive

24/07/2025

: South Australian disability services provider Bedford is set to enter voluntary administration, which will impact 1400 people with a disability.

Bedford, which is the second largest employer for people with disabilities in the country, says it expects to enter administration on Sunday.

The provider says it's an incredibly disappointing outcome but it will work with the Federal Government and its partners to minimise the impact.

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24/07/2025

Former Adelaide Crow and Fat Farmers ambassador Brett Burton helping South Australian farmers. ❤️

Burton is hosting an event with the Coorong Cats in Meningie and told 891 ABC Radio Adelaide’s Sonya and Jules he hopes to raise money and help get farmers moving for mental health.

Listen here: https://tinyurl.com/5n8bvu4z

“My next-door neighbour is a farmer from Maitland; he was one of the founders that started up this initiative. We're going through a drought at the moment. Mental health is a big challenge specifically to rural communities because of that social isolation.”

Tune in to Breakfast with Sonya & Jules on 891AM ABC Radio Adelaide or on the ABC listen app: https://bit.ly/AdelaideRadioLive

23/07/2025

Adelaide 12-year-old foster child Nathaniel 'DonDon' Love is fighting for his life in Sydney.

Supported by his big brother Ethan, who has given up everything to be by his brother's side, there is hope for the 'funny' 'know-it-all'.❤️

"He's be the most bravest and inspirational kid," Ethan told 891 ABC Radio Adelaide's Caroline Winter.

Adelaide 12-year-old foster child DonDon is fighting for his life in Sydney with the support of his big brother Ethan, who has given up everything to be by his brother's side.