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This week we’re taking a closer look at what the Adelaide Fringe means for regional SA - from touring shows hitting country towns, to locals getting in on the action, and the economic boost for hosting communities.

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Two months in, how is the social media ban playing a role in the social landscape of country SA? And what happens when already-limited space for minorities shrinks even further?

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When a serious incident happens in a regional town, it can feel like it echoes louder than it would in the city... So how does the way crime is reported shape how safe, or unsafe, people feel in their own towns?

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This week we’re shining a light on some truly inspiring locals and new Australia Day award winners - the people who quietly give their time, energy, and heart to making our communities stronger, kinder, and more connected. 

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This week is wrapped up in tinsel, sprinkled with a bit of magic, and delivered straight down the chimney -- because we’re talking Christmas in regional SA!

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Today we’re diving into a special summer-safety episode that’s all about enjoying the water the smart way. As the days get hotter, many of us are itching to jump into the ocean, cast a line off the jetty, or cool down along our favourite river spot. But with the fun of summer comes a few risks we all need to understand.

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With Schoolies kicking off this weekend, thousands of excited graduates are heading to Victor Harbor to celebrate. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down everything you need to know - staying safe in big crowds, looking out for your mates, and making smart choices around alcohol.

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Today we’re diving into a topic that’s been getting a lot of attention this week - lower speed limits.

We'll look at the rollout of new 40km/h zones out the front of more than 150 schools, and the propsal to reduce limits for unsigned open roads.

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SA is facing a major skills shortage, especially in our regional communities. In this episode, we hear about what’s being done to build our workforce, particularly with upcoming opportunities in the growing defence sector.

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This week we're looking into the disasters that rocked our local communities and how those incidents have shaped today. 

With summer just around the corner and the fire danger season kicking off for several of our regions tomorrow, we're being encouraged to remember where we have been and how far we have come in preparation and prevention.

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This week we’re talking about something confronting, and sadly, increasingly common - trauma on SA’s regional roads.

According to the RAA, nearly eight in ten lives lost on our roads so far this year have been on regional routes.

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The energy transition is here, but are we ready? And are our regions being left behind?

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This week, we’re heading out to the red dust and wide skies of the Spencer gulf and Flinders Ranges, where Season 3 of RFDS was filmed. The hit drama's inspired by the real-life heroes of the Royal Flying Doctors Service.

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On this week's episode we take a look at a true Aussie obsession - the country’s iconic Big Things. The Big Rocking Horse and Big Galah are the latest icons to be immortalised in coin form, thanks to Aus Post and the Royal Australian Mint.

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What started as a troubling environmental event has now escalated into a full-blown Senate inquiry, and today we bring you to the heart of that process - the public hearings.

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Flying small planes in regional areas isn’t just about freedom and breathtaking views - it’s about responsibility, ongoing training, and staying sharp to prevent serious accidents. This week we hear from a Uni SA aviation tutor and a commercial pilot who has been in the skies for 6 decades. 

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This Sunday is Father's Day, so in this episode we’re diving into how regional South Aussies are marking the occasion, from paddocks to cellar doors. We'll also speak to some dads doing big things for our local communities. 

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When disaster strikes, every second counts... In a fire, you may have less than three minutes to escape. But what gives you that chance to make it out of the house in time? It’s not luck -- it’s a working smoke alarm.

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This week, in Part 2 of our Toxic Algal Bloom Special Report, we revisit SOUTH AUSTRALIA’s devastated coastlines and coastal communities, where efforts to combat the event continue. 

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