Numbats must eat 20,000 termites a day, but warmer days might make that impossible
New research shows numbats are overheating in high summer temperatures, and scientists suggest climate change could make things worse.
‘It is absolutely disgusting’: It's been one year since flooding hit this region and residents are still cleaning up
A year on from South Australia's River Murray floods, a "long list" of infrastructure repairs remain unfinished, popular tourist destinations are still in ruin and some residents are having to go it alone.
Brian's beloved garden was ruined by floods, but a generous donation from a celebrity gardener helped it bloom again
January's River Murray flood destroyed Brian's beloved community garden and submerged half of his home garden, but it hasn't stopped him from re-planting roses to help in recovery.
Flood affected Riverland residents urged to take up 'free' government support
The Riverland's flood recovery coordinator reveals thousands of eligible property owners haven't taken up state government support for repairs, but locals say there isn't enough workers to help get the job done.
Driver and rider killed in separate crashes in SA's Riverland
A motorbike rider and a driver have died in separate crashes a short time apart in South Australia's Riverland, with one of the incidents involving three cars and a truck.
New grants offered to River Murray flood victims amid 'slow' recovery
Four months since the River Murray peaked at Mannum, local David Sharbel says he still spends up to five hours a day cleaning his flood-affected property.
Love affair with Bowhill shack upended by once-in-a-lifetime flood as tourists return to Murray River town
Lynton and Jane Harding have a lifetime of memories at their riverfront shack and after 42 years decided to retire there permanently. But a major flood has left the couple, and the town, picking up the pieces.
Students at South Australian school learn wellbeing and resilience skills in aftermath of floods
The Resilience Project aims to teach practical and relatable evidence-based strategies to teachers, students and parents at Swan Reach Area School.
Roadside rubbish lines the streets of flooded town as residents count cost
While floodwaters have receded, sections of Swan Reach on the Murray River have started to resemble a rubbish tip, with piles of water-logged furniture lining the streets.
Japanese encephalitis virus vaccine eligibility opened up to 100,000 in SA
South Australia's Chief Public Health Officer Nicola Spurrier says all residents in the state's flood-hit Riverland and Murraylands regions will now be eligible for the free JEV vaccine.
'It's a real kick in the guts': SA shack owners take first glimpse at flood-affected homes
Shack owners in the South Australian town of Punyelroo are getting their first look – via kayak – at their muddied homes that have spent weeks submerged by floodwaters. But for others, accessing their flood-affected homes is still awhile away.
River Murray peak reaches all SA towns affected by flooding
SA's Emergency Services Minister Joe Szakacs says the peak has reached Wellington, near where the river meets Lake Alexandrina.
'Thousands' of dead wombats, but these are the lucky ones to survive River Murray flood
Crews take to the swollen River Murray in search of wombats in need most days, but only those in the most dire of circumstances can be taken into care.
River Murray flood funding: Who is eligible and how much are the payments?
A range of state and federal government funded grants have been announced for flood-impacted communities along South Australia's River Murray. So, who is eligible and how much could they receive?
Those who flout River Murray activity restrictions could face $1,000 fine, water peak flows downstream
The South Australian government says it is too soon to forecast when restrictions will be eased on water activities near flooded River Murray communities.
SA flood relief announced, while thousands remain without power
More than 3.000 properties along the Murray River in SA have been inundated by floodwater. Now a massive rescue package has been agreed by the state and federal governments. Patrick Martin reports.
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Large funding package for River Murray flooding as more levee breaches hit Murraylands
Levees protecting dairy farms and other agricultural properties in South Australia's Murraylands have been breached, as the Premier announces what he says is the state's largest natural disaster support package.
River Murray pub's lunch rush eclipses town's population as daytrippers flock to see flood
While some local businesses have missed out on the trade due to power outages, publican Craig Fromm says he has been flat out feeding the masses.
'Financially we're just crippled': River Murray businesses face losses amid floods
South Australia's River Murray looks different this holiday season as businesses continue to grapple with the current flood emergency.
Riverland locals urge South Australians to come see the high flows
Riverland locals are using innovative ways to entice visitors to the region amid the River Murray flood emergency, saying people should not miss this natural event.
When and where the River Murray flooding is expected to peak in South Australia's Riverland
Floodwaters from NSW and Victoria are inundating South Australia's Riverland region. Here is a look at what is expected in the coming weeks.
Walker Flat residents urged to evacuate because of flooding
Authorities in South Australia have issued an emergency evacuation warning for the River Murray town of Walker Flat.
'No happily ever after' for Riverland vineyard submerged in three hours
South Australia's River Murray flood emergency is continuing to intensify, with caravan parks under threat and a Renmark grower powerless to stop water from engulfing his vineyard when a levee broke.
'Just get out': Warning from Murraylands caravan park manager after property suddenly flooded
The manager of a caravan park on the River Murray in South Australia warns people to prepare for the worst after her property was suddenly flooded over the weekend.
River Murray flows to reach 220 gigalitres a day by the end of the year, 2,000 homes without power
Up to 180 gigalitres a day is already flowing into the River Murray with people in the Riverland being told to expect between 190 and 220 gigalitres a day by the end of the year.