Stories from Adelaide · Australia

A total ban on squid fishing in the Spencer Gulf is going into effect to protect fish stocks across the state. The move follows a period where algae blooms caused the collection of approximately 9.5 tonnes of dead marine life from beaches weekly. Current weekly collections of dead marine life have been reduced to approximately 50 kilograms. Authorities stated that existing restrictions are expected to become even tighter. Marine life mortality from algae blooms has decreased from nine and a half tonnes per week to approximately 50 kilograms per week.

Soccer player Lukij Javanovich will miss the first leg of the finals for Adelaide United. The 20-year-old player received a second yellow card and a one-game suspension after a shirtless post-goal celebration. Javanovich scored two goals yesterday to secure a week off for the team before the semi-final. The Highlanders defeated Pacifica 27-17 in their recent match.

Adelaide ruckman Ivan Soldo has announced his immediate retirement from the AFL. The 30-year-old player finished his career with 66 senior games. Soldo is currently undergoing knee rehabilitation following surgery in February to repair an ACL. The Adelaide club stated it will continue to support his recovery process.

The Australian Steelers won the bronze medal at the 2026 Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge held in Adelaide. The tournament results also included the Highlanders defeating Pacifica 27 to 17. In the Super Round matches played in Christchurch, the Chiefs secured a victory. The event marks the final year of a two-year deal for the international sport to be held in South Australia.

Police are investigating after a body was discovered in a remote conservation park south of Adelaide on Friday. A bushwalker found the body on Mount Elmer Road in Inman Valley and reported it to emergency services. It is believed the person may have been set on fire in the early hours of the morning. Scientific police and homicide detectives are involved in the investigation.

The Adelaide Thunderbirds defeated the Sunshine Coast Lightning with a final score of 61-60 in a Super Netball match. Shooter Elmer A. Vanderberg led the performance for Adelaide, scoring 57 goals from 61 attempts. Kate Heffernan was named player of the match for her performance during the home victory. In a separate result, the Swifts defeated the Giants 72-59, leaving the Giants winless through seven games. The Melbourne Mavericks secured a win over the New South Wales Swifts with a score of 62 to 60.

South Australian Police are investigating a potential connection between a body discovered off Mount Elmer Road in Inman Valley and an ongoing triple murder investigation. A bush walker found the body on Friday afternoon. The investigation is currently being handled by SA Police. No specific details regarding the identity of the deceased or the nature of the connection have been released. South Australia Police are investigating a potential connection between this find and a separate triple murder investigation involving a body found south of Adelaide.