Anisha Pillarisetty
Anisha Pillarisetty is a reporter at ABC News in Adelaide. She also produces a national current affairs program for community radio.
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Man accused of administering drugs to partner faces court following her death
The Elizabeth Magistrates Court hears Ethan Ross allegedly administered over-the-counter drug naloxone and methamphetamine to Amy Bowden to try and reverse the effects of a heroin overdose.
Assistance dogs welcomed at Adelaide Zoo under first-of-its-kind accessibility program
By Josephine Lim and Anisha Pillarisetty
Assistance dogs and their handlers are welcome at the Adelaide Zoo for the first time following walking tests to record the reactions of dogs and zoo residents.
Aboriginal land care practices revive centuries-old river red gum
A culturally significant tree in Adelaide's foothills that is thought to be more than 450 years old has been brought back to life through community efforts with Kaurna elders.
Flinders Ranges residents' 30-year battle to access drinkable tap water faces further hurdle
Just 3 per cent of residents of the South Australian town of Quorn use their mains water. The rest, rely on bottled or tank water.
Lengthy parent visa processing times pose challenges for children
Seok Hee Lee grew up in Australia after immigrating from South Korea nearly two decades ago. When his mum applied for a visa, he was considered a dependent child. But after years of waiting for the application to be processed, Mr Lee's application was denied — because he is now an adult.
Tarnanthi art festival opens in Adelaide, showcasing work from 1,500 First Nations artists
Archibald and Ramsay prize winner Vincent Namatjira opens a major 10-year survey exhibition of his work at the Tarnanthi Festival this weekend.
Bruce felt isolated after his dementia diagnosis, now he's helping to break the stigma for others
A South Australian man helps make a regional community centre more dementia-friendly — in a bid to fight isolation faced by many living with the condition.
'Struggling' performers reeling after Adelaide mall closes off popular busking zone with no explanation
Local musicians say restrictions on a Rundle Mall busking zone has cut off their main source of income.
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Adelaide drop-in centre provides 'second home' to reduce isolation
The volunteers behind a community centre working to improve the wellbeing of adults who identify as LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent or disabled says they will fight to stay open despite rising costs.
Natalya's family fled destruction — but advocates say hundreds like her are being left 'in limbo'
Natalya Kovalchuk fled the outbreak of war in Ukraine early last year with her children and is glad to be together with her family — but some aid groups are warning that Ukrainian refugees are missing out on basic support.
Annie's daughter was 'disengaged', but a hospital program has inspired her to consider teaching
An Adelaide hospital is supporting students admitted to its mental health ward to keep on top of their education under a new program that has attracted global interest.
Teenager charged with murder of Andrews Farm man pleads not guilty
A 16-year-old girl has pleaded not guilty to the murder of a 55-year-old man, who was allegedly stabbed in Adelaide's north late last year.
Theatre company director uses racism experiences to spread message of 'respect for everyone'
Adelaide theatre company ActNow Theatre is touring South Australian schools with interpretive anti-racism workshops drawing from personal experiences. And one school says it's having a dramatic impact on discrimination.
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Animal shelters inundated as SA pet owners seeking rentals make 'heartbreaking' choices
An Adelaide not-for-profit organisation that helps struggling pet owners says the housing crisis has pushed demand for its services to record levels, forcing it to turn some people away.
On the day he left prison, Eddie 'wanted to go back' — and housing is part of the reason
Getting a rental in the current climate is a challenge at the best of times — but for those trying to rebuild their lives after leaving prison, a lack of accommodation is putting them at risk of a vicious cycle.
Female genital mutilation survivor Zara could barely sit down — but is now no longer in pain
An Adelaide gynaecologist offering free services for female genital mutilation survivors is calling for more resources to make women's health services more inclusive.
Homelessness Census data 'under represents' true situation in South Australia, support groups say
Stan Boreham had been sleeping rough on-and-off for 37 years until he was found in an Adelaide car park. Census data shows a jump in the number of people in Stan's situation — but support groups believe it could be significantly higher.
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Man promoting multicultural Adelaide Fringe comedy show attacked in Rundle Mall
Two Adelaide Fringe festival comedians say a member of their team was attacked while he was promoting the show last Friday night in the heart of the city.
Flying doctor to bring permanent services to edge of Lake Eyre
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is set to open a permanent healthcare clinic at William Creek, one of South Australia's smallest and most remote towns.
'Bang for your buck': Investment buyers turn to SA as only state where property prices continue to rise
New data shows Adelaide has become the only Australian capital city where real estate prices continue to rise, attracting the eyes of investors.
Computer modelling predicts climate change causing cascading animal 'co-extinctions'
The variety of animal species found in locations across the globe could be cut by more than a quarter by the end of the century, a new study finds.