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Tooperang Grassfire Update: Fire Contained After Burning 685 Hectares Near Mount Compass

Tooperang grassfire crews remain on the ground tonight after the SA Country Fire Service (CFS) confirmed the bushfire east of Mount Compass in South Australia’s Southern Fleurieu Peninsula is contained. In an incident update issued at 8:45pm Wednesday, 21 January 2026, the CFS said the fire—located around five kilometres east of Mount Compass—has burned more than 685 hectares of scrub, grass and plantation since Sunday afternoon. Tooperang grassfire contained near […]

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Heatwave watch: Low-intensity conditions forecast for much of SA by Saturday, with severe heatwave flagged for the North West Pastoral

Heatwave conditions South Australia are expected to develop across multiple districts this weekend, according to the Bureau of Meteorology’s heatwave outlook and advice shared by the State Emergency Service (SES). While Thursday, 22 January 2026 is forecast as no heatwave across South Australia, and Friday, 23 January remains mostly no heatwave, conditions begin to build heading into Saturday. Heatwave conditions South Australia: District forecast (Jan 22–24) The BoM heatwave outlook […]

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BitWaves Radio Goes Live at the 2025 Whyalla Show

The BitWaves Radio Whyalla Show weekend is almost here, and we’re bringing the excitement straight to you. On Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th August 2025, BitWaves Radio will broadcast live from the Whyalla Showgrounds. Our Whyalla crew — Kurt, Stuart, and Paul — will be there both days, sharing music, interviews, and the buzzing atmosphere. You’ll hear the roar of the rides, the cheers from the arena, and the sound […]

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The calm before the storm…

It may seem peaceful now, but strong winds are already sweeping across South Australia with raised dust reported in multiple regions. Conditions are expected to rapidly worsen. Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING, LOCALLY DESTRUCTIVE WINDS For people in Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Flinders, Mid North, Kangaroo Island, Riverland, Murraylands, Upper South East, Lower South East and parts of West Coast, North […]

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Severe Weather Hits South Australia with Damaging Winds and Risk of Record Sea Swells

Winter’s first major weather event has arrived early in South Australia, bringing with it damaging winds, heavy rain, and the risk of record-high sea swells. A severe weather warning has been issued for multiple regions of the state, including parts of Kangaroo Island, Mount Lofty Ranges, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Upper and Lower South East, West Coast, and the Murraylands districts. As a cold front moves across southeastern parts […]

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Winter’s First Bite Hits South Australia Early: Extreme Weather Expected

This weekend, southern South Australia will face extreme weather conditions as damaging winds, heavy showers, thunderstorms, and potentially record-breaking waves and sea levels are forecast. These severe weather events come after the state’s driest start to the year on record, particularly affecting agricultural areas. Adelaide and surrounding regions will be bracing for wind gusts ranging between 90-120km/h, with the South Australian State Emergency Service (SES) urging residents to take precautions. […]

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Dust Storm Rolling through South Australia

A dust storm has rolled through parts of South Australia this morning, just ahead of a cool change that’s expected to bring rain and gusty winds across the state later today. The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting up to 5mm of rain in some areas, but the wild weather is bringing more than just showers. A Road Weather Alert has been issued for Adelaide, warning of slippery conditions and urging […]

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🚨 Fatal Truck Crash on SA Highway – Driver Charged 🚨

🚨 Fatal Truck Crash on SA Highway – Driver Charged 🚨 A 57-year-old man from Marleston has been charged over a fiery truck crash that tragically killed a 77-year-old Port Augusta man on the Port Wakefield Highway early Thursday morning. The devastating collision saw both trucks erupt into flames, with firefighters working for hours to bring the blaze under control. Tragically, the Port Augusta man died at the scene. His […]

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🔥 BREAKING: Total Fire Bans Declared for Saturday 🔥

🔥 BREAKING: Total Fire Bans Declared for Saturday 🔥 Issued: 18 April 2025 – 3:22 PM The SA Country Fire Service has declared TOTAL FIRE BANS for Saturday, 19 April in the Mid North Fire Ban District, with a Fire Danger Rating of EXTREME. This means very hazardous fire weather conditions are expected. ⏰ The ban is in place from midnight tonight to midnight Saturday. 🏠 What this means for […]

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