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iHeart SA
by iHeartPodcasts Australia
An in-depth look at the week’s big stories for South Australia.
Episodes
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Saying Farewell To The Festival State
Today, in this final episode of iHeartSA, we're diving into a topic that’s equal parts passion and logistics: putting on festivals in SA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Arts Without Borders - Adelaide Fringe in Country SA
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Disconnected: What a Social Media Ban Means Outside the City
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? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Is Regional SA Actually Less Safe, Or Just Reported Differently?
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? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Australia Day and the Pride of SA
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Christmas Across Country SA
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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Summer on the Water
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...
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Party Smart: The Schoolies Edition
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. See...
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Why SA is Hitting the Brakes
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Building Skills, Building Regions
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Plan, Prepare, Protect: Facing Fire Danger Season Head-On
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…
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Rural Roads, Real Risks
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Flicking the Switch: SA’s Renewable Transition
The energy transition is here, but are we ready? And are our regions being left behind? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Flying Docs and Film Crews
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Coining the Big Icons of SA
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Heard at the Hearings: Locals Confront the Algae Crisis
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Wheels Up: Regional Flying and the Wisdom of a Veteran Pilot
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. See...
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Fathers, Farming & Festivities: Celebrating Father’s Day Across Regional SA
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Too Late to Check the Battery
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Climate, Currents, Collapse: The Perfect Storm Behind the Bloom (Part 2)
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Climate, Currents, Collapse: The Perfect Storm Behind the Bloom (Part 1)
The Toxic Algal Bloom has now wiped out over 450 marine species, while our tourism and aquiculture sectors struggle to survive. Over the next two weeks, we'll dive into the science behind the perfect storm, its catastrophic impact on marine biodiversity and coastal industries, and try to figure…
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Bringing Sexual Violence In Regional SA Out From Behind Closed Doors
This week we're looking into an issue that's often under-reported but deeply felt, turning our attention to sexual violence in regional SA. We ask; What does sexual violence look like in regional SA? Where can survivors turn for help? And how can communities take action to stop violence before it...
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The Scoop On Golden North
Golden North Ice Cream, the iconic brand that’s been dishing out creamy goodness for over 100 years, is making a big move. This week we talk though how things have changed in the 100 years since they began, and how different stakeholders feel about the shift from Laura to Murray Bridge. See...
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Hospital Health Check: Taking The Pulse of SA's Regional Health System
Public health is never far from the spotlight. In this episode iHeart SA runs the stethoscope over the regions - what's improving, and where more work is needed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Coastal Icons Crumbling
This week we head offshore to take a look at some of our favourite local jetties. Images of crumbling jetties across SA have delivered a stark message in recent years, and that's been rammed home again in just the last week following insane storms that saw several structures washed away. See...
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Friday Footy: From Big League To Back Paddock
This week we're talking grand returns to grassroots footy by legends of the game. We'll hear from two of SA's favourites of the last 30 years, Tyson Edwards and Tom Jonas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Tourism for Everyone: Rethinking Accessibility in the Regions
This week we shine a light on inclusive and accessible travel. From wheelchair-accessible wine tours in the Clare Valley, to sensory-friendly coastal getaways on the Fleurieu Peninsula, and adaptive outdoor adventures in the Outback - we’ve got stories, tips, and insider info to help you travel...
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Text Message Notifications Are Music To Regional Residents' Ears
This week we take a look into an issue that has been plaguing the regions for years, because as the world becomes more connected, black spots are becoming that much more obvious. We'll hear all about a new service that uses satellites to send messages even without mobile phone coverage, and some...
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SA Film Revisited
Take a stroll down memory lane with Director of 'Territory' and 'Wolf Creek', Greg McLean, and hear from South Aussie twins Danny and Michael Philippou about new horror flick 'Bring Her Back'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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"We Are Not Makers Of History, We Are Made By History"
In this week's episode we look at all that's going on around our state for History Festival 2025, as we uncover the stories etched into the land and streets. The title of this episode is a famous quote by Martin Luther King Jr. and it still rings true as ever. See omnystudio.com/listener for...
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Celebrating All Our Local Volunteers This National Volunteer Week
This week we speak to a few volunteers from various regions across our state, from the Adelaide Hills to Eyre Peninsula, and also find out who took out the top gong at last night's 2025 South Australian Volunteer Awards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Regional Movers and Shakers
This week we look into why regional SA is so attractive for home buyers and those wanting a better lifestyle balance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Shaken, Not Stirred
We take a look across the state this week and discover the expansive world that is SA gin distilling. How exactly did a spirit that was once made in bath tubs, become so popular? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Let's Deep Dive Into The Dust Amid Disastrous Droughts
We speak to Grain Producers SA, the Minister for primary Industries, and a local bee keeper about how the drought is impacting both small and large scale business across SA. We also learn about all that comes with a new funding package to assist in this very dry time. See omnystudio.com/listener...
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Election Looming - How Can Your Vote Make A Difference?
This week we hear from CEO of the Regional Australia Institute, Liz Ritchie, about the very different challenges we face in the regions. Whilst there will always be the bigger picture stuff like cost-of-living pressures and the transition to renewable energy, the hot topic for SA is still about...
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Hospital Security - A Year On, Is It Making A Difference?
This week on iHeartSA we take a look at improving security in SOUTH AUSTRALIA’s regional health system, and how YOUR local hospital is keeping staff and patients safe. We speak to the Australian nursing and Midwifery Federation, the Health Minister, and Member for Narungga. See...
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Regional Churches Reborn
This week we look at our state's old churches... While some still operate in the spirit which they were intended, others sit empty and in desperate need of some TLC - enter the savvy minded business community, who are working to give them a new lease on life, from breweries to homewares shops and...
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South Australian Wool Worn By Stars of the Pitch And Runway
On this week's episode we look into two very different but equally exciting brands working with South Australian wool. Nikki Atkinson designs wedding dresses using fine merino wool, while Silver Fleece dress the Australian Cricket Team among others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
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International Women’s Day
To celebrate International Women’s Day we speak to three amazing women from around SA who have had a big impact on their communities and the state as a whole. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SA The Festival State
South Australia is known as the Festival State, but it's not just Adelaide that’s bursting with events. This week, we sit down with Heather Croall, the Director of the Adelaide Fringe, to explore the growing popularity of regional shows and how they’re bringing the festival spirit to communities...
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Whyalla Steelworks' Long Wait For Help Is Over
Some breaking news for Whyalla this week - the Steelworks owner has been placed into administration. And with it, comes a serious payday for the embattled plant... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Disasters Happen - Are We Ready For The Next One?
On this week's episode we speak to several firefighters and CFS staffers, as we look at key bushfire events in history, and how those events have changed how we deal with fires today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SA Film In The Spotlight
On this week's episode we speak to two great Aussie film directors - Greg McLean and Warrick Thornton - to hear about their most recent projects and how they were filmed right here in our backyard. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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iHeart Spencer Gulf
Your 2024 local news wrap for the Spencer gulf and surrounds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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iHeart Spencer Gulf
Your weekly local news wrap for the Spencer Gulf and surrounds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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iHeart Spencer Gulf
Your weekly local news wrap for the Spencer Gulf and surrounds See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Future of Grey: Ramsey’s Reflections and What’s Next
With the Liberal Party set to choose a replacement for the retiring Rowan Ramsey, we catch up with the man himself to reflect on his almost two decades representing Grey. Mr Ramsey shares candid insights into his successes, failures, and the issues that still frustrate him. He also offers his...
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iHeart Spencer Gulf
Your weekly local news wrap for the Spencer Gulf and surrounds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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iHeart Spencer Gulf
Your 2023 Local News Wrap for the SPENCER GULF and surrounds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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An in-depth look at the week’s big stories for South Australia.
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