George Yankovich

Cadet Reporter at The Advertiser (South Australia)

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SA greyhound trainer Jack Trengove faces integrity tribunal hearing on animal welfare charges

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | George Yankovich

Two Wells greyhound trainer Jack Trengove has been charged by racing officials with 26 breaches of racing industry animal welfare rules. Mr Trengove denies any wrongdoing. Mr Trengove's tribunal hearing is set for next month. Warning: This article contains details and images relating to greyhound welfare some readers may find distressing.
Metropolitan Fire Service executive director Prema Osborne leaves agency

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | George Yankovich

South Australia's Metropolitan Fire Service executive director Prema Osborne has quietly departed the job after a bungle by the organisation that left firefighters owed more than 6,000 outstanding travel allowance payments. On Friday, MFS chief officer Jeff Swann emailed staff saying Ms Osborne, the most senior non-uniformed member of the service, "concluded her tenure with the [MFS]".
Winter grain production to dip as dry conditions lead farmers to plant smaller area

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Clint Jasper |Cara Jeffery |Brandon Long |George Yankovich

Australia's winter crop production is expected to be 8 per cent lower this year, with drought and dry conditions affecting grain growers in South Australia, Victoria and southern New South Wales. The Australian Bureau of Agriculture and Resources Economics and Sciences' (ABARES) June crop report estimates national winter grain production at 55.6 million tonnes. If realised, grain production would still be 13 per cent above the annual average production for the last 10 years.
Barossa councillor to appeal to ombudsman after Welcome to Country reprimand

1 month ago | abc.net.au | George Yankovich

A South Australian councillor says he will appeal to the ombudsman after colleagues called on him to resign for refusing to acknowledge Welcome to Country ceremonies. Barossa Council also directed Bruce Preece to apologise and attend behavioural training "relevant to his role and responsibilities" in regard to three other unrelated allegations spanning 18 months.
Development stops on 1,000 homes as SA Water hits cost roadblock

1 month ago | abc.net.au | George Yankovich

Development has stalled on at least 1,000 homes on the Yorke Peninsula because of unfinished water infrastructure upgrades. Construction has yet to begin on two lifestyle villages in the Copper Coast and Port Wakefield regions while developers and SA Water negotiate cost-splitting for millions of dollars in upgrades. Developer Metacap unveiled plans for the 680-home Riverbend lifestyle village in October 2023 and advised Copper Coast Council the first sod would be turned last July.
York Peninsula's 24-hour blackout cost businesses more than $1m

1 month ago | abc.net.au | George Yankovich

Yorke Peninsula businesses lost $1.06 million during a widespread 24-hour blackout in March, according to fresh research. Regional Development Australia (RDA) surveyed affected traders who reported a combined lost revenue of $566,000 due to payment systems going offline, while stock losses reached up to $264,000. Of the 70 respondents, just one reported being covered for outages in their insurance policy. Thirty-five were not, and nine were still awaiting decisions from their provider.
Toxin caused by algae forces quarantine of oysters on Yorke Peninsula

1 month ago | abc.net.au | George Yankovich |Narelle Graham

SA environmental authorities have detected traces of a waterborne toxin caused by several algae species. At least six oyster farms at Stansbury on the Yorke Peninsula have stopped harvesting their product pending further public health advice. Oyster farmer Steve Bowley says he could lose "half a million dollars' worth of stock" if required to destroy the oysters.
Peterborough council loses third boss in 18 months as chief executive resigns

1 month ago | abc.net.au | George Yankovich

Peterborough District Council chief executive officer Leanne Babic has stepped down after just two months in the role. She is the third council CEO to resign in 18 months. Ms Babic says she and the council are preparing a statement about the matter. A council in South Australia's mid north has lost its third chief executive in less than 18 months, prompting concern from locals and the region's state MP.
Bute residents furious over 'pigeon palace' poo problem

2 months ago | abc.net.au | George Yankovich

Residents in Bute are fed up with the "200 or 300" pigeons that have infested a building in town. A petition by locals demands more action over the "toxic" smell created by the birds and their excrement, which they fear will drive away visitors. Barunga West Council says it is responding "proactively", issuing fines and directions to the building's owner.
George Yankovich

2 months ago | abc.net.au | George Yankovich

George Yankovich is a news reporter for ABC North & West based in Port Pirie, South Australia. George previously completed his journalism cadetship at The Advertiser in Adelaide. He is interested in reporting on everything from public accountability issues to good news stories and can be contacted by email.