The sale of the Whyalla Steelworks has been delayed by up to six months, with concerns the extended timeline could see skilled workers leave the community. The delay comes just a week after more than 800 jobs were lost following the permanent closure of the site's blast furnace, with Federal Member for Grey Tom Venning saying the latest development creates further uncertainty for Whyalla.

Hundreds of workers at the Whyalla Steelworks have had their jobs axed this week after the facility's administrators confirmed the permanent closure of its ageing blast furnace - the heart of the city's steelmaking operations. Steelworks administrator KordaMentha announced on Monday that further attempts to restart the more than 60-year-old furnace would be abandoned after repeated failures.

South Australian motorists are being urged to watch for wildlife this spring, with new RAA data showing animal collision claims rise by 21% during the season compared with summer.

The South Australian Government is stepping up preparations for a potential plague locust outbreak, delivering a $6.5 million package to help farmers monitor and control the pest. The investment includes $1.9 million for planning, procurement and surveillance, including up to six weeks of targeted monitoring in high-risk areas. A further $4.6 million will fund a chemical rebate scheme, with eligible landholders able to claim up to $35 per hectare for chemicals used to con

South Australian grain producers, truck drivers and regional communities are being urged to name the state’s most dangerous and deteriorated roads as Grain Producers South Australia relaunches its Worst Grain Roads campaign.

A long-nosed fur seal has died from H5 bird flu at Beachport on South Australia’s Limestone Coast, marking the first confirmed case in a mammal on mainland Australia. The detection comes as the virus spreads among wildlife, with South Australia recording 183 confirmed events, including mass deaths of more than 1,000 greater crested terns on offshore islands.

South Australia’s grain production estimate has risen to 9.8 million tonnes following above-average autumn and early winter rainfall.

South Australia’s wine industry is being brought together with the State Government to address significant challenges facing growers and winemakers.

The South Australian Government has announced that an additional $876,000 will be provided to extend South Australia’s Rural Financial Counselling Service for farmers and rural businesses recovering from drought.

South Australian growers are being encouraged to prepare for an increased risk of Australian plague locust activity this spring, following widespread breeding conditions created by late summer rainfall.

The change will honour Dr Lowitja O’Donoghue — a Yankunytjatjara woman who made significant contributions across the region in the fields of health, education and social justice.

Australia has recorded its first confirmed case of the H5 bird flu strain in a native seabird, after a greater crested tern found on South Australia's Limestone Coast tested positive for the virus. The detection at Robe Marina marks the first confirmed case in an Australian seabird and brings the national total to 12, including 11 migratory birds and one native species.

A new insight report from Grain Producers South Australia has revealed the state's grain growers are increasingly leasing land, adopting collaborative farming arrangements and planning for succession as they adapt to a changing operating environment. The 2025 Annual Grain Producer Survey attracted a record 1,046 responses from growers across every cropping region, providing a comprehensive snapshot of the industry's structure, workforce and future direction.

The Federal Government has released an additional $1 billion through the Regional Investment Corporation to ensure eligible farmers can continue accessing concessional loans.

The South Australian Government says the state is ready to respond to any potential H5 bird flu outbreak, with specialist response capabilities in place across the state.

South Australia has recorded its first confirmed case of the H5N1 strain of avian influenza, marking the third detection of the virus in Australia.

The race for South Australia's Agricultural Town of the Year title has narrowed to ten finalists following a statewide public vote.

Australia's first dedicated national hub for algal bloom research has officially opened in Adelaide.

The South Australian Government has announced a new $8 million investment aimed at strengthening the future of the state's primary industries.

South Australia’s citrus season is officially underway, with growers preparing for strong demand both locally and overseas as winter harvesting ramps up across the state.