UNCOVERED: 3 | History Defined

Vandals destroy ancient SA rock art

The destruction of ancient and irreplaceable rock art by vandals at Koonalda Cave in South Australia has been described as shocking.

AAP · Dec 21, 2022

Artwork honouring Aboriginal soldiers past and present installed at Panorama intersection

It's hoped a new artwork positioned beside a major Adelaide intersection will cause people to reflect on the role and sacrifice of Aboriginal soldiers who fought for Australia in past conflicts.

ABC News · Dec 10, 2022

Native title granted to South Australian Wirangu people recognises it 'always will be Aboriginal land'

After 25 years, the Wirangu people have native title over part of their traditional lands on South Australia's west coast — but none of the original claimants are still alive to witness the moment.

ABC News · Dec 9, 2022

First Nations elders dismayed about FIFO mental health model planned for South Australia's APY Lands

Some of Australia's most vulnerable children will not have access to in-community mental health support staff, with the South Australian government set to install a fly-in-fly-out model, against the wishes of elders and the advice of experts.

ABC News · Nov 2, 2022

Half of APY's executive board vote to remove Richard King as general manager

Half of APY's executive board votes to remove Richard King as general manager, but he says his termination "is not valid".

ABC News · Nov 1, 2022

Bushfire laws to enable electronic tracking of arsonists during SA fire danger season

Firebugs convicted of starting bushfires could soon be forced to wear electronic devices for the duration of South Australia's fire danger season, allowing police to track their movements.

ABC News · Nov 1, 2022

Drug traffickers to face possibility of life in prison after loophole in SA drug laws closed

A loophole in South Australia's drug laws that could have seen serious criminals charged with lesser offences is closed.

ABC News · Sep 28, 2022

Push to let SA crime victims speak freely

The South Australian government will look at law changes to prevent victim impact statements in criminal cases being edited by lawyers

AAP · Sep 16, 2022

Coober Pedy gets $433k for permanent gallery showcasing Indigenous art

An Aboriginal community in SA's outback has received funding to establish a permanent art centre after calling for support for more than 10 years.

ABC News · Sep 14, 2022

New SA law to ensure Nunga Court's future

SA will consider new legislation to ensure the future of the state's Nunga Court which gives Aboriginal communities a role in the criminal justice system.

AAP · Sep 8, 2022