Adam Sheldon
Port Lincoln, SA
Adam Sheldon is a news reporter for ABC Eyre Peninsula, based in Port Lincoln. He's previously written for country newspapers in SA and worked as a freelance sports reporter in Sydney.
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Tributes flow for 'fun-loving, passionate patriarch' and wine label magnate Peter Teakle, who has died aged 72
Businessman Peter Teakle transformed his family's wine label printing business into a global multi-million-dollar company before opening a winery and restaurant.
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Tumby Bay's 116-year-old jetty reopens for a solstice splash
The town's storm-damaged jetty reopens for the first time in almost two years thanks to a "novel" approach, bypassing millions of dollars in repair costs — for now.
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AFL legend draws a crowd for outback football club as part of country tour
Professional AFL players are finding new ways to continue their journey with the sport after retirement, including new Hall of Fame inductee Dane Swan.
With the rise of ecommerce websites, kids' toyshops may become a thing of the past
While international ecommerce offers cheap prices, there are fears the online giants are contributing to a culture of over-consumption by shoppers — and killing off traditional toy stores.
Anger and grief over 'preventable' death in custody of 23yo Aboriginal man despite royal commission
The lawyer who represented the family of the last Aboriginal death at Port Lincoln Prison 21 years ago says he is concerned SA jail cells have not been made safe despite multiple recommendations in the past.
As mitigation programs ramp up elsewhere, this shark attack hotspot still goes without
Shark fatalities on a remote coastline west of Adelaide accounted for 30 per cent of all shark deaths last year. But while other states pour millions of dollars into mitigation programs, the SA government says it is still working on a plan.
Regional SA mums forced to make 'stressful' 650km trip to give birth
A lack of resources and workforce shortages in birthing services at regional SA hospitals have forced mothers needing urgent or specialised care to travel as far as Adelaide.
How this regional South Australian community is helping its Indigenous kids
With plans for Port Lincoln to employ more positive role models for Aboriginal kids, and continue a night bus that makes sure young people arrive home safely after dark, there's a thought among elders that positive change is happening.
How South Australia will attempt to solve its rural doctor shortage crisis
By Adam Sheldon, Jodie Hamilton, and Annabel Francis
As part of a newly announced training model, an extra 60 junior GPs will be employed across regional SA for the duration of their five years of training, with hopes they will stay on in the towns afterwards.
Death of pygmy whale, two dolphins unrelated to seismic survey, SA Water says
A former senator and a Greens politician want answers after a whale and two dolphins died three days after SA Water completed a seismic survey at Port Lincoln.
Eyre Peninsula water sources critically low, with restrictions likely
With the region still without a desalination plant and groundwater levels in its basins running dangerously low, South Australian industries and homes could be forced to cut water considerably.
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Why towns with the space should jump at the chance to have mountain bike trails
The number of mountain bike riders has doubled in six years, with regional councils urged to take action and make space for them to cash in on tourism opportunities.
SA steps up biosecurity in bid to keep $80b threat at bay
South Australia has added an extra layer of defence against animal disease and increased supply chain protection within its borders.
'Grossly unfair': Is it time for recreational anglers to start paying to fish in SA?
Commercial fishers say it is time for recreational anglers to start contributing financially to ensure sustainability in the sector.
Regional South Australian mayor calls for 'targeted approach' to shark attacks
By Jodie Hamilton and Adam Sheldon
As the town of Elliston processes another shark attack, the region's mayor calls on the South Australian government to "terminate" sharks involved in fatal incidents. But one expert says such measures will not prevent future attacks.
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SA storms wreak havoc, but rain right on time for outback communities
Widespread power outages and damage from rain and wind caused chaos in much of the state, but for some the wet weather was more than welcome.
South Australia 'behind other states' when it comes to beach protection
Wildlife groups in SA have found some unlikely allies in their lobbying for better protection of bird habitat, with 4WD clubs supporting the need for seasonal restrictions.
Beloved ocean pool reopens for summer while future of some coastal jetties remains clouded
While a treasured ocean pool on the Eyre Peninsula's far west coast is back up and running, to the delight of locals and tourists, some regional South Australian communities await access to their jetties.
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Global conference promises greater understanding of sharks through advancing technologies
A global conference hears that technology like wetsuits designed to prevent blood loss, and projects seeking to better understand predator aggression, will help reduce the number of fatal shark attacks, but education is the ultimate answer.
White Sharks Global conference convenes on Eyre Peninsula in wake of fatal attacks
Two weeks on from the fatal attack of a surfer near Streaky Bay, shark researchers from around the world convene on Eyre Peninsula to find improved solutions for ocean users to coexist with great whites.
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