South Australia

Living in the ‘Orange Wave’: South Australia’s One Nation success

South Australia has recorded the first success story of One Nation in recent years with the minor party securing seven state representatives. The four lower house seats have shaken up long-held Liberal heartland across regional areas. The town of Murray Bridge is the biggest centre in the regional seat of Hammond which fell to One …

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The Wire Weekly

Top stories this week: South Australia algal bloom spreads raising government transparency concerns. New Australian guide helping support neurodivergent employees at work. And later today, a push has been made to the NSW Parliament calling on a public inquiry into a human rights bill. First aired on The Wire, Saturday 21 March 2026

How SA’s regional independents platform community needs

With South Australia’s election fast approaching, candidates have emerged across the state. In regional electorates, independent candidates like new contender for Hammond Lucas Hope and Veteran MP for Stuart Geoff Brock showcase the importance of understanding and centring local issues.  Emeritus Professor Clement Macintyre from Adelaide University, says SA may see a shift in voting preference due …

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The Wire Weekly

Top Stories This Week: Angus Taylor has resigned as Shadow Defence Minister, prompting fresh questions about the Coalition’s frontbench stability and what the reshuffle could mean. The latest polling shows the South Australian Greens holding steady at 12 per cent support, signalling consistent backing as parties look ahead to the next state contest. A new …

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The Wire Weekly

Top Stories Today: One Nation has announced its lead candidate for South Australia, as the party looks to strengthen its presence in the state. Animal welfare activists are raising concerns over Queensland’s dingo cull, warning it could have long-term environmental impacts. And later today, we’ll bring you the latest after a man was charged after …

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