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One Nation SA says it will not support 'one scrap of legislation' by Labor

One Nation SA has issued an ultimatum to oppose every piece of legislation introduced by the government, arguing it has been short-changed when it comes to staffing allocations. But the government is standing firm, saying One Nation is given seven extra staff for its seven state MPs. One Nation's decision will limit the government's options to get legislation through the upper house, forcing Labor to work with Greens on bills that don't have the support of the Liberals.

'Infuriating': Aboriginal voters turned away, told to line-up again on SA election day

First Nations voters sent to back of queue for Voice election Thu 4 Jun 2026 at 6:38am In short: First Nations voters say they were forced to line-up twice — or even turned away — when trying to vote in this year's Voice to Parliament election. Documents obtained by the ABC show the Electoral Commission was aware more than a year before polling day that double queuing would be perceived as "discriminatory behaviour". The revelations have prompted more criticism of the Electoral Commission,...

Acting SA electoral commissioner calls for council election delay

Acting SA electoral commissioner calls for council elections to be delayed Tue 9 Jun 2026 at 4:50pm In short: There were a number of problems on the day of the SA state and First Nations Voice to Parliament elections, as well as during counting. Acting electoral commissioner Leah McLay has asked the Attorney-General Kyam Maher to consider delaying the November council elections. Mr Maher says a decision will be made in the coming days but would need to go through state parliament.

South Africa migration crisis: Ramaphosa's plan faces doubt

South Africa migration crisis: Ramaphosa's plan faces doubt June 9, 2026"I moved to Southern Africa because of their infrastructure," Fifi, a 21-year-old Ghanaian footballer who plays for Bucks Buccaneers in the Namibia Premier League, told DW. After the football season ended, he was in South Africa on holiday when he was caught up in the anti-immigrant protests. Fifi was among a group of Ghanaians who were recently repatriated to Ghanafrom South Africa.

Tough times for hospitality businesses with rising cost of food and power

Tough times for hospitality businesses with rising cost of food and power Tue 2 Jun 2026 at 6:05am In short: The hospitality sector is grappling with 'unprecedented' cost increases, business owners and industry experts say. A publican, who shut her cafe two years ago says businesses are struggling with costs that they 'don't have any control over'. SA's small business minister says the state is 'the best place in the nation to do business' despite the growing pressures.

Poor advertising, confused voters and underfunded candidates: SA Voice's problems revealed

SA Voice damaged by advertising failures and voter confusion, FOI documents show Wed 3 Jun 2026 at 6:03am In short: SA's inaugural Voice to Parliament election was criticised for low turnout among Aboriginal voters. New documents obtained by the ABC suggest there were several failures advertising the election, with many voters unaware it was taking place. First Nations voters say they gave the Electoral Commission clear feedback that more Voice signage was needed for the 2026 election — but...

NDIA employee charged over alleged $5m fraud plot against NDIS

Adelaide woman charged with alleged plot to defraud NDIS of $5 million Wed 10 Jun 2026 at 6:43pm In short: The AFP alleges that an Adelaide woman accessed NDIS participant records and made fraudulent claims. She has been charged with several fraud-related offences. Police say more charges may be laid.

GST push to follow SA budget, treasurer says

GST push to follow SA budget, treasurer says — but opposition wants it spent on debt Fri 5 Jun 2026 at 6:19pm In short: Treasurer Tom Koutsantonis is pushing to secure SA's share of GST money, which will account for around 30 per cent of state revenue in the next financial year. The opposition says a recent GST "windfall" should be used to counter the state's debt, which is expected to hit $53 billion within the next few years. The federal government's "no worse off" guarantee to compensate...

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Full Circle launches professional musical theatre company in Adelaide

Full Circle launches Adelaide musical theatre company with Catch Me If You Can Thu 4 Jun 2026 at 4:43pm It may seem odd, considering the number of musicals that play in Adelaide, but according to the newest troupe in town, the city's never had its own professional company dedicated to the genre. Full Circle Theatre Company launched last night at Immersive Light and Art, on Light Square, announcing it would produce its first show Catch Me If You Can at Futures Theatre in November.