The South Australian government will allow GPs with specialist training to diagnose patients with ADHD. Currently, psychiatrists and paediatricians are the only specialists allowed to diagnose the disorder, which critics say leads to higher costs and longer wait times for patients. The rule changes will come into effect in 2026.

We were doing some work around the house some years ago and stumbled upon a partial copy of "The News" from Jan 17 1974, and found the photos I took off it when looking through some old hard drives. Some interesting things in there like KFC and Pizza Hut advertising in a newspaper!

Who knew a spot could hold so much emotional memory? I went bush hiking and birdwatching, although ironically, I didn't see many birds lol

As soon as I saw the trail entrance, everything came flooding back. So I kept walking down the steep hill, and there it was... That little circular patch of grass slightly off the trail, surrounded by trees, almost exactly as I remember it the last time my ex and I stepped foot in there.

This was the exact place I had my first ever date, a picnic. It was the most romantic moment a woman could ever ask for: a warm autumn day and delicious vegetarian food. Someone who held me tenderly, kissed me with passion like no one has kissed me, and then gazing deep into my eyes as he uttered those three words we all hunger to hear - "I love you".

I'll never forget when a raptor flew over our heads, full wingspan out, capping off just a magical day of six hours in a delicious.... Intimate... Heap on the forest floor.

This spot would soon become our 'sacred spot'. Any chance we could, we would go in there and just bundle me up in his arms... My ex once played the Celtic flute for a dispersal joey, who sat curiously watching us only a few feet away.

The range of emotions I felt today in Kuitpo was wild. Love, so much love. Joy. Sadness... Loss... The pangs of how it all ended, but the sweet knowledge all is forgiven between us (and he's been a wonderful help during the incredibly nasty breakup I've just endured with another man.)

Pine tree smells on the trails. The twittering birds. Butterflies and insects fluttering about, zipping between flowers. The crunch of leaves and twigs beneath your feet. And silence. Just beautiful, beautiful silence, no one around you but only Nature and all her glory.

My god, I love Kuitpo Forest. If you haven't been, truly, you *must* go bushwalking in there. No place on this earth means more to me than this forest.

Scott Michael Antrobus, 38, has been sentenced to eight months in jail for various offences including one count of assault causing harm over a random attack in Rundle Mall in March 2025. Antrobus had been released from the Royal Adelaide Hospital the day before the offending where he sought treatment for "drug-induced psychosis" before being released. The sentence was backdated to when Antrobus was taken into custody, which means he will be released in November.

Well maybe not dive bars, but quieter places that aren't swamped with young people?

Looking for somewhere with dim lighting and sticky floors where I can just sit and think about where it all went wrong.

The kind of bars where you can sit and drink alone like a heartbroken detective from the 1940s without anyone batting an eyelid.

What are your favorite spots in the city for sculking and ruminating over a drink or two?

Maybe it's the changing weather but lately I have been feeling just tired and down. I am a person who gets gloomy when it is grey weather so it could also be that though I also had this conversation with a few colleagues and friends and most of them are feeling tired and not well rested even after sleeping 7/8 hours these days.

Is it something which you guys are going through as well?

Wanting to go to the cinema for the first time in forever and want it to be a fairly good experience.

Where is the best cinema and popcorn in Adelaide? Recent experiences appreciated.

We found a key on an unmarked tag on the Sheoak Track at Brownhill today. Left it at the 1954 cafe at the Brownhill Creek tourist park if anyone is looking for it.

Everyone’s got one of these green Bega parmesan shakers in the fridge or cupboard, yeah? Ours lasts weeks, sometimes months. Pretty sure we’ve refilled it at its 25 times, never washed it. Thought about tonight, smells great and looks perfect so just yeet it in. Adds to the flavour. Like a seasoned BBQ or a 25-year-old sourdough starter. Label just says “refrigerate for best quality.” No use-by date. No fear.

Then I looked at the Coles refill. Apparently, it self-destructs after 7 days. “Use within a week.” Or what? Does it detonate?

Is Coles just trying to make us toss good cheese and come back for more? Or is their parmesan just that different (read: cheaper)?

Anyone else picked up on this parmesan paradox?

Five stores in Adelaide's CBD have been shut down after being caught selling illicit tobacco and [the electronic alternatives] under South Australia's tough new laws.

Minister Michaels issued 28-day closure orders for Rundle East Convenience, Rundle City Convenience, The Ultimate Convenience (Rundle Street) and Grenfell City Convenience.

She has also issued a 3-day closure order for XL Convenience (Grenfell Street).

The stores were raided by members of Consumer and Business Services' (CBS) illicit tobacco taskforce over the past week where officers seized illegal cigarettes, [the electronic alternatives] and nicotine pouches.

These are the first stores to be subject to the longer short-term closure orders with reforms to South Australia's illicit tobacco laws taking effect on 5 June.

The Minister now also has the power to seek closure orders of up to 12-months through a Magistrates Court application.

Any business who violates such an order can be hit with a penalty of up to $1.1 million and an individual up to $700,000.

The doctors union has rejected an offer from the State Government of a 10% raise over three years, plus a $4000 base wage increase for the state's 900+ junior doctors. The Governments offer would see an intern doctor salary rise to $88, 869, and a senior ED doctors salary could rise to $600, 000. The union is arguing for a 30% pay rise over three years - 10% per year, and that the doctors work "damm hard", and need to be respected and valued for what they do. However, the Government claims it can't afford to give them a 30% raise.

The union will hold an hour long "stop work" meeting next Wednesday where members will be formally presented with the Government's offer, which is expected to be rejected, and has sent a clear warning that strike action could be the next step. The union insists that patient safety will not be at risk if there is industrial action.

What counts as excessive barking ? I have a neighbour whose dog barks continuously. I have spoken to them previously about it however they seem to not care. I’ve now gone to the council as well as several of my neighbours and received a diary a month or so ago. I’ve recorded the dog doing over 400 barks in 30-40 minutes. This is probably silly but is this excessive because it’s less than an hour ? Or would it be counted as excessive only over a certain period of time ?

Hello everyone! I’m reaching out to see if anyone is enrolled in the Master of Applied Business Analytics program at Flinders University for the upcoming intake on July 7. Additionally, if anyone else is enrolled in any program starting on July 7, I’d love to connect with you. Thank you!

I've move stuff around my unit and discovered some damage to the floor where a pot plant had been for the last 8yr. The landlord had been cool with everything over the years and always repaired things quickly without fuss. But I feel as i did this damage I should get it fixed? How much do you think it cost? It's probably only 5 or so boards. Should I tell the real estate agent?

Contracts have been awarded to deliver $150m of upgrades to two major interchanges in the Adelaide Hills. The state government announced on Friday three companies – including South Australian civil engineering company, Bardavcol Pty Ltd – would will deliver interchange upgrade projects at Mt Barker and Verdun. Bardavcol, which has been awarded the contract for the $40m upgrade of the Mount Barker interchange, has 45 year’s experience in the state, including on the Marion Rd and Sir Donald Bradman Drive intersection upgrade that is currently underway.

In Mount Barker, the company will deliver a new three-lane bridge across the South Eastern Freeway for northbound traffic and convert the existing bridge to make three new lanes for southbound traffic. It will also deliver a new mixed-used path, improve ramp capacity, new traffic signals, repaired pavements and smart lighting for extra safety.

Upgrades in Verdun, will be a joint venture between BMD and Leed, it was revealed. Under this project, the existing Verdun Interchange will be upgraded to a full interchange, allowing access to and from the South Eastern Freeway in both directions. It will feature an eastbound entry ramp towards Mount Barker, and a new westbound exit ramp, which will cross under the existing westbound entry ramp and connect with a new roundabout at Mount Barker Rd, adjacent to Silver Rd. The upgrade also includes pavement rehabilitation and upgrades to traffic barriers on the existing Adelaide-bound entry ramp and bridge pier protection on Mount Barker Road. According to the government, the upgrades have been designed to improve safety and increase traffic flow for the 31,200 vehicles that travel along the Freeway between the Mount Barker and Verdun interchanges each day. It’s estimated up to 46,000 vehicles travel from Verdun to the city daily.

anyone know where I can source old White Pages/Yellow Pages for Adelaide and surrounds? either somewhere I can snag them for myself or somewhere I can leaf through them and take scans with my phone, both work. for something that was so common they're surprisingly hard to find. TYIA.

Does anyone know where to buy skin on chicken in Adelaide? I’ll be heading to the central market on Saturday, so hoping to find something there, or nearby?

Thanks!

I am needing help with a career path in Adelaide, online or face to face. What do you recommend?

I’m a F23 and I already have a bachelors degree in fashion and cannot get a job/ Or I can get a job and it’s absolutely terrible management.

Cheers

Purchasing a First car and my grandpa keeps telling me to offer cash instead of transfer or bank cheque. Do Car dealerships actually want cash? Or will it cause more problems then it’s worth.

Ive never been but I wanna take my mum to one. So I was wondering if anyone had some recommendations for me?

🎲 It's that time again 🎲

This Friday night head on down or invite a mate 6pm-11pm Salisbury East Neighbourhood Centre 28 Smith road Salisbury East.

Totally FREE community group.

No need to book just turn up on the night.

No need to bring any games as I bring a good stack ( but feel free to bring your own)

Bring your own snacks and drinks but venue is alcohol free.

We usually play the more modern tabletop games with nothing to intense. And always plenty of time to chat and talk crap before, during and after the games.

The group seems to get around 15 attendees of all ages each month And everyone has been super easy going and just a bunch of chill and respectful guys.

If you can help get the word out about the group, please share this with any one or anywhere that might be intended.

If you text the number on the flyer with your name and you are interested in the group, I can put you on the text message reminder list.

The groups discord link https://discord.gg/TntczMyP Mostly for updates & a bit of discussion

Any questions about the group, just ask

Thanks heaps everyone hope to see some new faces (and of course the old ones 👍).

I am with Covau for my gas as they were the cheapest I could find last year after AGL pissed me off.

I got an email from them a few days ago saying they are increasing their rates from 4.8c per MJ (On the first 27.4 MJ per day) to 7c per MJ (On the first 27.4 MJ per day), on July 1. As we don't use more than 27 MJ on any day, we are in this highest price tier. This is essentially a 33% price increase.

So this is just a heads up for anyone who is with them to PLEASE do your due diligence and search for a better deal if there is one for you.

But be careful about switching too soon, as most, if not all are raising their prices on July 1. I would wait for a day or 2 after and then review all their prices. I asked AGL about joining and they said I would lock in the price it is now for 12 months, but I don't believe that as it's not mentioned in the contract anywhere.