As South Australia's independent disability advocacy services waits for the upcoming state budget. Robbi Williams explains the needs and demands and asks: can the state afford not to adequately fund such vital support?
Premier Peter Malinauskas says it will cost up to half a billion dollars or more to build an "internationally significant" Tarrkarri Aboriginal cultural centre on North Terrace - up to triple the $200m budgeted.
The state heritage listed Thebarton Theatre will feature a two-storey entrance lobby and outdoor events plaza as part of an $8m upgrade to boost its use and appeal as a function centre.
A former senior public servant who spent three years defending a failed charge of falsely claiming taxpayer money has been reimbursed about $150,000 in legal fees - but is also demanding compensation and an apology.