Sam Bradbrook

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Tim McGlone |Sam Bradbrook |Elyse Armanini

Many drivers in regional South Australia have voiced frustration with the condition of the state's roads, telling the ABC they are worried about safety. In November 2023, the federal government announced it would be switching to a 50:50 deal when it came to funding certain national infrastructure upgrades, which included national highways, when it used to be 80:20.

1 month ago | treefrogcreative.ca | Elsie Adamo |Sam Bradbrook |Kelly McCloskey |Robert McKellar

Forestry industry fears for future as drought hits pine plantations in South Australia and Victoria By Elsie Adamo and Sam Bradbrook ABC News April 10, 2025 Category: Forestry Region: International Representatives of one of Australia’s largest forestry regions say prolonged drought conditions are killing pine trees and increasing disease risks, threatening long-term timber growth. The Green Triangle region consists of around 334,000 hectares of pine plantations in south-east South Australia...

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Elsie Adamo |Sam Bradbrook

Much of the Green Triangle forestry industry is experiencing some of its driest weather on record. Industry representatives say trees are dying from heat stress and there is an increased risk of disease. Studies are underway to look at ways to drought-proof plantations into the future. Representatives of one of Australia's largest forestry regions say prolonged drought conditions are killing pine trees and increasing disease risks, threatening long-term timber growth.

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Sam Bradbrook |Conor Burke

Residents hit by a major hailstorm in a south-west Victorian town six months ago say insurance companies are delaying payouts and offering paltry settlements for repair works. Hail stones lashed the town of Casterton, near the South Australian border, on October 16 last year. The Glenelg Shire estimated the storm left $50 million worth of damage in its wake, including 600 damaged cars.

2 months ago | abc.net.au | Eugene Boisvert |Sam Bradbrook

The population of some small towns has stagnated because the cost of new infrastructure is holding back development. Councils say that even small projects can make a big difference in isolated locations. Grant programs are available from the federal government, and the Liberal Party has promised funding for housing-related infrastructure.