Tag: South Australia
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Ross River Virus Cases Quadruple in South Australia in 2025: What It Means for Communities
Unprecedented rise in Ross River Virus cases in 2025 South Australia has recorded a striking increase in Ross River Virus (RRV) infections for 2025, with official health data indicating the number of cases has quadrupled compared with recent years. The surge has raised alarm among communities living near river systems and in regions where outdoor…
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Ross River Virus Cases Quadruple in South Australia in 2025: What You Need to Know
Understanding Ross River Virus and Its Spread Ross River Virus (RRV) is a mosquito-borne infection that affects people across Australia, with symptoms resembling a severe flu: fever, joint pain, fatigue, and rashes. While most cases are not life-threatening, the illness can be debilitating for weeks or months. In South Australia, health authorities monitor RRV activity…
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Ross River Virus Cases Quadruple in South Australia in 2025: What We Know and How to Stay Safe
Overview: A Sharp Increase in Ross River Virus in South Australia South Australia is facing a notable public health uptick as Ross River Virus (RRV) cases quadruple in 2025 compared with the previous year. Health authorities have been monitoring mosquito populations, weather patterns, and human activity to understand the surge. While RRV has long been…
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Writers’ Week Letter Reveals Premier Backed Randa Abdel-Fattah Cancellation
Overview: What the newly public letter reveals A recently published letter sheds new light on the complex behind-the-scenes decisions surrounding Writers’ Week at the Adelaide Festival. The document, which has surfaced publicly days before the scheduled appearance of author Randa Abdel-Fattah, reveals that the South Australian premier expressed clear objections to Abdel-Fattah’s participation. The letter…
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Australia’s Most Powerful Turbines Unveiled as Palmer Wind Project Reaches Financial Close in Xmas Flurry
Australia’s Most Powerful Turbines Unveiled In a festive surge for renewable energy, Australia has announced the installation of its most powerful wind turbines to date, marking a milestone for the country’s wind sector. The Palmer wind project in South Australia will feature state-of-the-art turbines designed to maximize output while maintaining reliability amid Australia’s evolving energy…
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Australia’s Most Powerful Turbines Unveiled at Palmer Wind Project
Intro: A landmark in Australia’s wind journey A landmark in Australia’s renewable energy rollout has arrived as the Palmer wind project in South Australia unveils the most powerful turbines yet seen in the country. The 288 MW facility marks the fourth wind farm to reach financial close in a flurry of deals that closed at…
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South Australia Harmful Algal Bloom: Interference Claims
Algal bloom controversy shakes SA inquiry The inquiry into South Australia’s harmful algal bloom (HAB) has taken a dramatic turn after a leading ecologist testified that political pressure and interference may have affected scientific research into the bloom’s causes. The testimony, described by the witness as deeply disturbing, has put researchers and policymakers on the…
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Algal Bloom researcher disturbed by political interference claims in SA inquiry
Overview A leading ecologist has told a parliamentary inquiry into South Australia’s harmful algal bloom that political interference is undermining scientific research into the bloom’s causes. The testimony has intensified scrutiny of how environmental science is conducted and how findings are used in policy decisions tied to water quality, public health, and regional economies. The…
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Algal bloom researcher raises alarm over political interference in SA science
Overview A leading ecologist testifying before a parliamentary inquiry into South Australia’s harmful algal bloom has alleged significant political interference in scientific research. The claims, presented amid a highly charged debate about the bloom’s causes and the appropriate policy response, have heightened scrutiny on how science and governance interact in environmental crises. The core allegations…
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Victoria, SA, NSW Brace for Worst Heatwave Since Black Summer
Extreme heat set to reign across southern Australia Residents of Victoria, South Australia and New South Wales are bracing for an intense heatwave forecast to surpass previous records. The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) is warning that temperatures may reach levels not seen since the devastating 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires, raising concerns about health, energy demand,…