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Farmers running out of feed and water are being forced to sell livestock in huge numbers as drought conditions roll on in southern Australia. 

They may be river fish, but a truckload of Murray cod will make their new home in a volcanic crater to fight pests and attract tourists.

Murray cod raised in NSW have been released into Mount Gambier's Valley Lake in SA's south east, creating an instant fishery.

Australian wool production is forecast to reach its lowest level since the early 1900s, forcing skilled shearers to seek work interstate, overseas or leave the industry entirely.

Thai cave rescuer Richard Harris and the owner of a popular dive spot in South Australia's south-east say the amount of water used by local farmers should be reduced to save unique wetlands.

Firefighters are having to wear clothing contaminated by carcinogens because their equipment is being stored alongside trucks emitting diesel exhaust, according to their union. 

A man and a woman will spend five months in jail for making fake $50 and $100 notes after deciding that it was an "easy" way to make money.

Australian wine began flowing back into China last year when tariffs were removed, but overall exports are declining significantly.

Residents near major South Australian highways say roads are "not up to scratch" with "bandaid" repair jobs amid proposed changes to federal infrastructure funding that could see the state receive less.

As sharks, rays, and other marine life continue to wash up on South Australian beaches, citizen scientists are urged to record the scale of the lingering marine algal bloom event.

Australia's wagyu beef industry is poised for export growth amid America's falling beef herd numbers and continued demand for Australia's premium meat in global markets. 

South Australia and New South Wales have introduced grassroots music programs to revitalise a struggling regional live music industry, and new research backs their initiatives.

The South Australian government provides $3 million in support for dairy farmers affected by the collapse of Beston Global Food. 

There are calls for more funding to be made available to local governments to help maintain footpath networks and improve accessibility for people living with disabilities.

A large battery project in South Australia sells for nearly $500 million as investment in renewable energy surges.

Three local councils in South Australia have been passing motions questioning vaccines, but health experts say they are based on misinformation and heighten community risk.

Lucy Savage has to drive 450 kilometres multiple times a month to access specialised care — a reality for many women living with endometriosis and chronic gynaecological conditions around the country.

Dry but cool conditions in South Australia's south east are causing ladybirds to gather in huge numbers, which an ecologist says will help control a destructive plant pest.

The controversial law of sacrilege — which carries the same maximum penalty of life in jail as murder — still exists in South Australia, but some say it shouldn't.

Passengers out of SA's biggest regional city could soon see a spike in flight prices as more airports are forced to bring in security screening.