More than 1000 new homes could be built at Golden Grove following the listing of almost 54ha of mostly vacant land for sale Directly adjacent to the planned 1500-home Villawood development 5 Para Valley Road has already attracted considerable interest from developers and investors The land parcel currently has hills face zoning said the expected rezoning of the Villawood site could pave the way for a similar change in land use “If you can develop it’s worth $40 to $50m Mr Singh said the vendors were not interested in submitting a rezoning application themselves and were only seeking a fraction of its potential value industry sources estimate the site could fetch over $13m Stubborn Aussie neighbour sells to developers Surprise state where home approvals are lagging Landmark estate tipped to smash Hills $7m sales record Developers are eyeing off this massive Golden Grove property which sits adjacent to new housing The property currently serves as a private home and vineyard which supplies grapes to a major wine maker The property currently consists of a three-bedroom rental home about 1000 olive trees and numerous outbuildings Most of the site had been cleared and there were no heritage listings or significant tree protections in place He said the land could support more than 1000 allotments of 300sqm each “It’s not like you are putting houses on farmland where there’s nothing around All the infrastructure is already there (close by),’’ he said “The roads (leading to the property) are already there “It’s right next to The Stables Shopping Centre and literally a few kilometres from The Grove Shopping Centre “There’s already residential development right at the doorstep.’’ MORE NEWS: Who owns Australia’s most expensive homes this character home would likely be bulldozed It is estimated 1000 new homes could fit on the site Mr Singh said among those to express early interest in the land was a developer who had previously approached the vendors about buying off-market which has partnered with local developer YAS Property and Development applied to Tea Tree Gully Council in 2021 to have its site rezoned from rural living to master planned neighbourhood it could see 1500 new homes and nearly 4000 new residents at land east of Strachan Road A Villawood spokesman declined to provide an update on the rezoning application He also refused to comment on whether Villawood was among the developers to express interest in the Para Valley Road property third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. 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Golden Grove sees major safety improvements with the completion of upgrades at two key intersections Image: Department of Infrastructure and Transport Safety improvements have been completed at two intersections along The Grove Way in Golden Grove This initiative is part of the South Australian Government’s commitment to enhance road safety in the northern suburbs The recently finished projects are at the intersections of The Grove Way with Atlantis Drive and Aeolian Drive and The Grove Way and The Golden Way The modifications are expected to simplify travel and reduce the risks associated with these previously high-risk traffic areas Funding for these upgrades came from the Australian Government’s Black Spot Program which allocates resources to road sections with a notorious crash history A total of $1.75 million was invested in these projects The enhancements at the intersection of The Grove Way and Aeolian Drive include upgraded signal settings with the introduction of right turn arrows from Atlantis Drive and Aeolian Drive onto The Grove Way Additional updates include the upgrading of pedestrian ramps and better lighting for increased visibility and safety The intersection of The Grove Way and The Golden Way saw the introduction of an extra right turn lane for westbound traffic These projects supported eight full-time jobs throughout the construction phase The intersection of The Golden Way with the entrance to The Grove Shopping Centre also underwent significant changes These updates were targeted at improving pedestrian safety especially benefiting the students of nearby schools such as Gleeson College funded through the South Australian Government’s School Crossing Program and the addition of better lighting and pedestrian facilities These changes are intended to aid in the safer and more efficient movement of pedestrians in this bustling area This project at The Grove Shopping Centre intersection is among eight key locations identified across South Australia receiving upgrades aimed at augmenting road safety for pedestrians particularly children traveling to and from school Minister for Infrastructure and Transport shared “The completion of the improvements at these intersections demonstrates that we are delivering on this commitment including pedestrians who need to cross these busy roads to do their shopping and children going to school there have been 14 crashes at the intersection of The Grove Way tragically with one fatal crash in February 2024 and 22 crashes at The Grove Way and The Golden Way intersection “We welcome the Australian Government’s Black Spot Program funding which enabled us to complete these projects to help improve road safety and prevent crashes at these intersections.” State Member for King Rhiannon Pearce said “Residents in the north-east are telling us they want better and safer local roads Not only has the Malinauskas Government listened “The installation of right-hand turning lights for Atlantis and Aeolian on to The Grove Way in particular was a key commitment made to my local community and I welcome the completion of this project thanks to the Black Spot Program “We will continue to work on a suite of upgrades to local roads and intersections in the area improving traffic flow and making our community safer.” the state continues to demonstrate its commitment to reducing road trauma and enhancing the quality of its transportation infrastructure The upgrades support an ongoing effort to make community roads safer and more navigable for everyone Over 100 South Australian wine producers are showcasing their best to international importers this.. 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Wrong Turn At Lungfish is of exceptional quality and an unmitigated stand out South Australia will see mixed weather conditions Investigations are underway to rezone even more land in Golden Grove for approximately 850 houses The Minister for Planning has initiated the Golden Grove Master Planned (Stage 2) Code Amendment The privately led code amendment seeks to rezone 48.2 hectares of land from the Rural Living Zone to Master Planned Neighbourhood Zone and a portion to Employment Zone with the proposal to create up to 450 allotments The rezoning proposal is linked to the existing Golden Grove Neighbourhood Code Amendment (Stage 1) with initial investigations and community consultation on this rezoning application already complete The two code amendments seek to rezone a total of 103.8 hectares of land for approximately 850 houses The area in the Stage 2 Code Amendment is located adjacent to existing sand and mineral quarries at Golden Grove As part of the Code Amendment investigations detailed noise and air quality monitoring has been undertaken to inform both rezoning Stages The private landowner has already proposed potential mitigations for the impacts of the quarry on future housing The Golden Grove Stakeholder Reference Group has been established to ensure transparency and a collaborative approach to addressing key matters relating to the quarry The Reference Group was administered and chaired by Planning and Land Use Services (PLUS) and included representatives of the Council the landowner and representatives of the quarry operators As well as the noise and air quality assessments undertaken traffic and transport investigations and infrastructure services investigations will be undertaken before the rezoning proposal goes to community consultation This rezoning proposal builds upon the original application and has the potential to create 850 homes on more than 100 hectares of land it's important that detailed noise and air quality investigations will be informing the rezoning proposal Working with the reference group and quarry operators the landowner has already committed to taking significant steps to reduce the impact of the quarry operations on any potential future housing Our State is growing and suburbs such as Golden Grove are highly coveted But it is almost at its capacity for growth Which is why we want to make sure it grows in the right way That means learning the lessons of the past and ensuring any development compliments all the things that makes this area special I look forward to seeing how this development could assist the current housing crisis while also building on the strength of the local community This is probably not the page you’re looking for The state government is hosting Community Cabinet in Adelaide’s northeastern suburbs on 31 March Community Cabinet brings the community and state government together to talk about what matters most to people in their community the Premier of South Australia will host Community Cabinet North East at Harpers Field Sporting Club People living and working in the northeastern suburbs are invited to join Premier Peter Malinauskas and government ministers for a free community BBQ and forum Community Cabinet is an opportunity for community members to meet with the state government ask questions and share their views about what’s most important to people living For more information, see Community Cabinet We work collaboratively with other government departments to ensure a whole-of-government approach is taken in achieving the Premier's vision for South Australia as a place where people and business thrive Find out more Complaints and feedbackGeneral enquiries This website is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licence. © Copyright 2023 Beloved local spot The Grove Tavern has just announced its most ambitious project yet and locals should get ready for something seriously exciting purpose-built beer garden that’s set to transform part of the venue’s car park into a lush it’s going to be a game-changer for the area In what the team is calling their “biggest project ever,” this epic new beer garden is more than just a quick facelift—they’ll be reinventing what it means to enjoy a pint with mates in the sunshine The idea was sparked after years of running a pop-up garden during the warmer months “We’ve been running a pop-up garden in the carpark for a few years during the summer months and have seen a great response,” says Venue Manager Daniel “This has given us the confidence to pursue this project.” Working closely with the designers at Studio 9 the vision behind the new space is all about versatility and vibe The beer garden will directly connect to the revamped sports bar which is getting a modern refresh with a better layout for watching live sports and major events while still holding onto that classic sports bar charm “Our vision was to create a space that caters to a wider audience,” Daniel explains “The garden which will connect to the sports bar has a Mediterranean feel with beautiful cobble flooring plus Cape Jaffa limestone and timber features welcoming space perfect for any occasion.” modern design that perfectly complements the laid-back atmosphere The Grove is known for a feature fireplace will offer the perfect place to gather there’ll be communal tables for big groups and intimate booths perfect for a date night it’s designed to be the ultimate year-round hangout while covered areas provide shelter for Adelaide’s cooler months This will be the perfect spot to kick back and enjoy a Sunday session or catch up with friends over dinner and drinks To make sure this space can be used all year long the design cleverly balances sunshine and shelter It’s clear the team has put serious thought into every detail and the result will be a great community space in Adelaide’s north The Grove Tavern has proudly been family-owned for 25 years offering everything from pub classics in the bistro and live sport in the bar to private function spaces and a Sip ‘n’ Save bottle shop this local gem is about to shine even brighter “This is something we think we have lacked for many years so bringing this to life is a dream come true,” explains Daniel The project is set to kick off next week and is set for full completion just in time for summer 2025. While this process begins, the Sports Bar will be closed with the regular 100 club moving to the Restaurant on Thursdays. To keep up to date, check out their Facebook page here The Grove TavernWhere: 232 Grenfell Rd, Surrey Downs SA 5126When: 7 days, 9am to lateFor more information, click here A Hollywood-style mansion has set a new price record for Golden Grove blowing the previous benchmark away by close to $1m The six-bedroom, five-bathroom home at 4 Everglade Court has sold for $2.8m in a runaway-success according to selling agent Shaun Roberts of LJ Hooker Property Specialists “It’s a pretty stunning property and looks a bit like the Versace Hotel on the Gold Coast,” he said “We had a lot of interest (in the home) and in the end it was a pretty quick sale because a buyer came through and absolutely fell in love with it “He and his wife viewed the property and just were adamant that they had to have it “And so a deal was struck and obviously the price (guide) was met and the vendors were happy to proceed with that.” SIGN UP NOW FOR OUR FREE REAL ESTATE NEWSLETTER The Golden Grove home has been likened to the Versace Hotel on the Gold Coast The impressive six-bedroom home sold to a local buyer for $2.8m The property comes with a resort-style pool the sale has eclipsed the previous record holder – a five-bedroom home on Seaview Rd – by a whooping $890,000 but was talked about across Adelaide as it’s quite an iconic property,” Mr Roberts said “Most of the interest came from local buyers who were looking for something that was real boutique and high end and this house delivered on that in every single aspect from the lifestyle that it offered with the pool and tennis court to a sauna and seven-car garage.” with an opulent layout encompassing expansive living spaces including a central entertainment hub overlooking the pool Stunning reno scores seller $837k+ profit Hollywood actors list stunning Aussie sanctuary A veteran’s approach to buying and selling real estate The large open-plan living space overlooks the pool the home also featured no less than six bedrooms – or five plus a home gym and a chef’s kitchen with a walk-in pantry Additional features included an Home alarm system connected to eight security cameras and a 28kW solar system “It’s a dream home in a dream location…that has seen significant price growth,” Mr Roberts said “The sale of 4 Everglade Court was obviously a big result but there have been other properties within that area that have been hitting the $2m so there has been a real sharp spike in prices across the suburb.” House prices in Golden Grove have jumped by 20 per cent over the past year with the average family home selling for $840,000 29Metals has reached a final investment decision for the Gossan Valley project part of the Golden Grove copper operation in Western Australia Gossan Valley’s potential as a third mining front for Golden Grove has been confirmed with the project being 29Metals’ second highest grade ore reserve on a copper equivalent basis at Golden Grove Gossan Valley is expected to increase production flexibility and extend Golden Grove’s mine life by replacing the declining ore sources at Scuddles – one of the two existing underground mining fronts – for ones with higher grades There are also opportunities to extend Gossan Valley’s mineral resources Other highlights from the 2024 Gossan Valley feasibility study include: “With enabling investment for Xantho Extended largely complete, Gossan Valley is the next logical development option to optimise long-term value at Golden Grove,” 29Metals chief executive officer James Palmer said “As the second highest grade ore reserve behind Xantho Extended development of Gossan Valley optimises Golden Grove’s life-of-mine production profile and enhances overall production flexibility as a relatively shallow and independent mining front.” 29Metals has launched a $180 million equity raising via a fully underwritten institutional placement and an accelerated pro rata non-renounceable entitlement offer The equity raising will be conducted at an offer price of $0.27 per share representing a 27 per cent discount to 29Metals’ closing share price of $0.37 per share on December 2 The equity raising aims to reduce 29Metals’ senior debt by $28 million and extend its debt maturities to 2028 supporting production flexibility across its operations “Net proceeds from the equity raising and refinancing of senior funded debt facilities provides 29Metals with the balance sheet needed to pursue our strategic objectives,” Palmer said “It deleverages the business via a $28 million reduction of senior funded debt and extends maturities of senior facilities from 2026 to 2028 This results in $US74 million ($115.6 million) less repayments over the next two years improving near term liquidity for the business.” Of the proceeds raised, $112 million will be used to fully fund the development of Gossan Valley to first ore and $40 million will be allocated to reducing water at the Capricorn Copper mine in Queensland, following the operation being impacted by heavy rainfall between late January and mid-March “Gossan Valley is a milestone project for the company providing production flexibility from an additional and independent mining front with the potential for future Gossan Valley mineral resources extensions from planned in-mine and near mine exploration drilling as well as a higher-grade replacement ore source for Scuddles,” Palmer said “We remain committed to continuing the ramp-up of the high grade Xantho Extended orebody at Golden Grove as well as reducing water levels on site at Capricorn Copper.” AustralianSuper and BUMA Singapore have taken up their full pro-rata in the entitlement offer with AustralianSuper subscribing for an additional $40 million and BUMA $62.1 million This has resulted in AustralianSuper holding an 18 per cent stake in 29Metals and BUMA – a Delta Dunia Group subsidiary – holding a 19.9 per cent stake “This transaction represents a tangible step in Delta Dunia Group’s strategic long-term goal to support the transition to a low-carbon economy while diversifying our portfolio to align with a more sustainable future.” Subscribe to Australian Mining and receive the latest news on product announcements Since 1908, Australian Mining has informed the industry on the latest news and technologies from across the mining sector. Comprising of a monthly print magazine, website and e-newsletter, Australian Mining is a leading resource showcasing the latest in mining innovation.  Upgrades on two intersections along The Grove Way in Golden Grove are now complete, delivering on the South Australian Government's election commitment to upgrade or investigate potential upgrades in the northern suburbs. The improvements at the intersection of The Grove Way, Atlantis Drive and Aeolian Drive and at The Grove Way and The Golden Way intersection will improve safety and access and make travel easier for all users. These two upgrades were funded by the Australian Government's Black Spot Program, which directly targets improvements on high-risk roads or roads with a proven crash history, with the projects receiving a total of $1.75 million. The works completed at The Grove Way, Atlantis Drive and Aeolian Drive intersection include:* The works completed at the intersection of The Grove Way and The Golden Way include: These intersection upgrades supported eight full time jobs during the construction period. The intersection of The Golden Way with The Grove Shopping Centre access has also been upgraded, improving pedestrian safety, particularly for pedestrians accessing Gleeson College, Golden Grove High School and Pedare Christian College. The $2 million upgrade, funded through the South Australian Government's School Crossing Program, includes the addition of a left turn lane within the traffic signals and removal of the left slip lane, allowing pedestrians to cross without needing to wait at a traffic island. It also includes upgraded lighting to improve visibility, upgraded pedestrian ramps to improve safety and accessibility, along with minor pavement upgrades and drainage improvements. This project is one of eight locations identified across South Australia for upgrades as part of a broader strategy to improve road safety for all pedestrians, in particular for children walking to and from school. The Malinauskas Labor Government is committed to upgrading roads in the northern suburbs to improve safety, travel times and reduce congestion. The completion of the improvements at these intersections demonstrates that we are delivering on this commitment, making our roads safer for all users, including pedestrians who need to cross these busy roads to do their shopping and children going to school. Since 2019, there have been 14 crashes at the intersection of The Grove Way, Atlantis Drive and Aeolian Drive, tragically with one fatal crash in February 2024, and 22 crashes at The Grove Way and The Golden Way intersection. We welcome the Australian Government's Black Spot Program funding, which enabled us to complete these projects to help improve road safety and prevent crashes at these intersections. As put by State Member for King Rhiannon Pearce Residents in the north-east are telling us they want better and safer local roads. Not only has the Malinauskas Government listened, it is delivering. The installation of right-hand turning lights for Atlantis and Aeolian on to The Grove Way in particular was a key commitment made to my local community, and I welcome the completion of this project thanks to the Black Spot Program. We will continue to work on a suite of upgrades to local roads and intersections in the area, improving traffic flow and making our community safer. Play Duration: 3 minutes 3m Brought to you by Pegasus Pony Club in Golden Grove are thinking outside the square with an inclusive event that enables people who don't own real ponies, to get creative, hop on a hobby horse, and participate in show jumping using their imagination.   Club member, Jo Edwards said to Sonya & Jules, "It'll just be a bit of a novelty". "I've entered myself", she said. "My children are horrified...I will probably be the one that's injured at the end of the day". Members of the Pegasus Pony Club in Golden Grove are participating in a hobby horse event.(Bobby Macumber, ABC) Published: 16h agoSun 4 May 2025 at 8:00pm Download the ABC listen app to text and call your favourite live radio Golden Grove’s Cafe Settebello is making waves with its new $19.90 all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet offering a budget-friendly way for families to enjoy a hearty weekend meal Revamped Cafe Settebello in Golden Grove is coming in hot to Adelaide’s breakfast scene with its epic new $19.90 all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet Available exclusively from 8am until 11am on Saturdays and Sundays its new buffet-style offering has already made a hugely positive impact since its launch last weekend With a menu packed with breakfast favourites like bacon The Italian cafe even features a pancake machine pancakes come out the other end effortlessly Owner Rami Michael is enthusiastic about bringing the beloved buffet experience that’s hearty and affordable back to local eateries and values the family dining experience “Buffets have all but disappeared since Covid It’s hard to find restaurants offering buffets anymore unless you were to go to a hotel,” says Rami “We wanted to bring back that experience for everyday local customers” the breakfast buffet will be a budget-friendly way for families to enjoy dining out affordably once more “The breakfast buffet menu is much cheaper than a typical breakfast outing Even fast-food restaurants no longer offer a good breakfast for under $20.” Rami took over the venue at the end of last year The Golden Grove restaurant had been struggling to get clientele and was experiencing some poor Google reviews “Verona had started to go downhill and we came in to rescue it I suppose you could say,” shared Rami back in November Rami values the experience of going out to eat and hopes visitors will take the family out to visit and experience their delicious and affordable buffet breakfast Bookings are currently filling up fast and Rami encourages customers to call the cafe directly or book online for the best chance of securing a spot and not missing out on this new breakfast experience With a strong sense of affordability and community Cafe Settebello’s all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet is set to become a weekend favourite Cafe Settebello all-you-can-eat Breakfast Where: 1040 The Golden Way, Golden Grove SA 5125When: Open 7 days 8 am–9 pmCost: Adults $19.90, Kids $14.90For more information, click here Golden Grove Elementary School presented the musical Annie Kids on Wednesday The show was directed by teacher Anna Allahar and featured student actors Annabelle Crosson Costumes were by Heather Hopper with choreography by Danielle Besaw Record amounts of money were spent on homes in parts of the nation throughout 2024 despite interest rate hikes strangling borrowing power and dwindling household savings Analysis of home sales in the past 12 months reveals multiple properties sold for more than double the previous record prices in their suburb — a trend likely to continue in 2025 RELATED: Aussie suburbs leading nation’s house price boom in 2024 revealed This house at 95 Fairfield Street in the southwest suburb of Yennora changed hands for $3.55m YENNORA – Among the properties to smash records in Sydney this year was a house on 4700 sqm at 95 Fairfield Street in the southwest suburb of Yennora which changed hands for $3.55m — more than double the previous suburb record of $1.68m Gavin Rubinstein smashing records in Hunters Hill with $11.56m sale Luxury home crowned House of the Year sells for record $11.5m Record sale price for Launceston lifestyle hotspot MARRICKVILLE – Marrickville secured a record $6m sale with ‘Roma’ — a four-bedroom five-bathroom 1894 property at 148 Livingstone Rd The single-storey house on a 827sq m block was listed in July with a modest $4.3m guide The previous suburb record was set in February by the ‘Coiled House’ on Neville St Marrickville secured a record $6m price following the sale of Roma on Livingstone Road GREENHILLS BEACH – In the Sutherland Shire suburb of Greenhills Beach a designer home at 66 Shorebird Parade sold for $15.7m smashing the previous $9.8m record set in 2021 a five-bedroom house on more than 10,000 sqm at 305 Formosa Rd fetched $6.512m just months after the previous record was set at $5.55m in April sold for a record suburb price through Tyson Clark of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty COOROY MOUNTAIN – A luxury mansion sold for $11m this year after four years on the market The sale of the five-bedroom home at 430 Cooroy Mountain Road eclipses the previous suburb record set in September 2023 when a property at 146 Solar Road sold for $10m MOUNT MARROW – The $1.2m sale of 203-211 Thagoona Haigslea Road set a new benchmark for the rural suburb of Mount Marrow in the Ipswich region The four-bedroom family home and its 3.46ha block sold for almost twice as much as the suburb’s previous record of $635,000 Record breaker: 203-211 Thagoona Haigslea Road PORTSEA: A sprawling Portsea estate at 3808 Point Nepean Rd centred on an old bluestone cottage built in the early 1960s changed hands for an eyewatering $23.23m in 2024 breaking the wealthy coastal hamlet’s previous record by $3.4m ELWOOD – A five-bedroom home at 9 Bendigo Avenue overtook the suburb’s previous sale price record of $14.2m when it sold in February for a whopping $17.05m SUNSHINE NORTH – An opulent mansion in the heart of Sunshine North overtook the previous suburb record sale by nearly $200,000 The palatial five-bedroom palace at 63 Suffolk Rd sold for $1.835m in February the previous record had been held by a five-bedroom residence at 147 Suffolk Rd GOLDEN GROVE: A Hollywood-style mansion has set a new price record for Golden Grove blowing the previous benchmark away by $890,000 five-bathroom home at 4 Everglade Court sold for $2.8m just last month breaking the previous record held by a five-bedroom home on Seaview Rd CHAIN OF PONDS – A four-bedroom homestead at 197 Tippett Road in Chain Of Ponds sold for $1.15m earlier this year — more than doubling the previous suburb record of $510,000 This four-bedroom homestead at 197 Tippett Road in Chain Of Ponds sold for $1.15m in 2024 SOUTH BRIGHTON – Adelaide’s South Brighton — about 15km from the CBD — also set a new record The four-bedroom home at 181 Esplanade traded hands for $6.375m in April up from the prior suburb record of $3.709m This four-bedroom home at 181 Esplanade traded hands for $6.375m in April The Norwood Football Club is excited to announce the signing of Amalie Innes who will join the Redlegs Senior Women’s program in 2025 Innes heads to Norwood after spending the last three seasons on North Adelaide’s SANFLW list after transitioning through the junior pathway at Prospect She made her SANFLW debut in 2024 and went on to play three League matches and five Development League games with the Roosters this season She then played the rest of the season with Division 1 club Golden Grove going on to win the club’s Best and Fairest award Norwood SANFLW coach Brad Ferrall said the 18-year-old would be a welcome addition to his side has good foot skills and makes good decisions half back so she has great versatility,” he said “I have watched her play a lot at North Adelaide and Golden Grove this year she won Golden Grove’s Best and Fairest playing off half back “Amalie sets up a lot of play and positive and attacking ball movement We see her as a massive part of our program I am looking forward to Amalie joining our program “A lot of our players have great leg speed so Amalie again complements that given that we lost Tesharna Maher over the off season She fits well into the way we like to play.” Innes said she was excited to join the club “I am so excited to be a part of Norwood,” she said “You can really sense the culture at Norwood even from outside the club you can see that everyone is connected “I really gained a lot of confidence at local level this year and I really just had fun Adelaide’s most in-demand suburbs have been revealed – and there are a few surprises on the list PropTrack data has revealed the most searched suburbs on realestate.com.au over the past 12 months with typically family-friendly areas or those within proximity of Adelaide’s metro coastline dominating the top 10 Glenelg topped the list for searches throughout the 2024 calendar year ahead of cosmopolitan Unley in Adelaide’s inner south on the CBD’s eastern fringe was the state’s third most searched suburb ahead of Henley Beach on Adelaide’s western waterfront with neighbouring Somerton Park ranked ninth who has sold 28 properties in Glenelg over the past 12 months and its neighbours were perennial favourites “I’m not surprised to see them there – Glenelg is always popular and Brighton was outperforming Glenelg there at one stage,” he said “Glenelg is about 65 per cent investor-owned so only about 35 per cent of its residents are owner-occupiers and there are a lot of country residents with properties in there Norwood was singled out as one of the state’s most in-demand areas “It offers a fantastic lifestyle so close to the city and it’s highly regarded as being a great place to live “I’ve had interstate buyers see properties here and ask: ‘Why’s it under $1m What’s wrong with it?’ because a comparable property distance-wise from the city would be considerably more expensive in New South Wales or Victoria “Glenelg homes have been undervalued for some time but the growth in recent years has been significant.” was the sixth most searched suburb in the state on realestate.com.au Eighty Eight O’Connell in North Adelaide takes shape The excitement around this development is fuelling demand for properties there Picture: Supplied by Commercial & General about 20km northeast of Adelaide’s CBD was the eight most popular among househunters while Magill in Adelaide’s leafy east rounded out the top 10 LJ Hooker Property Specialists’ Craig Ricciuto who has sold 11 properties in Golden Grove in the past 12 months said the suburb’s broad range of housing stock made it a hit with a wide demographic but interest was coming predominantly from families “It’s a good family-oriented suburbs and the amenities it offers in regards to private and public schools shops and easy access to major arterial roads are really second to none,” he says but if you want to you have easy access everywhere “There are a good range of properties here with entry-level unit buying from about $450,000 to a home we sold eight months ago for $3m so there are still good buying pockets in there “I’ve been selling in there for long enough now that I’ve sold people their first home the one they upsized to and now they’re looking to downsize.” Golden Grove set a new record for the suburb last year There are still good opportunities availableTom Bowden The year 2024 has been another strong one for South Australian property with Adelaide’s median house price climbing to a record high despite the state struggling through cost of living pressures due to the fact that demand is still outstripping supply in most markets there are still good buying opportunities to be found if you know where to look The Advertiser asked five of the state’s leading property experts where to buy And while some old favourites rated highly there were some surprise picks – hidden-gem suburbs that don’t often attract the same attention as their more popular neighbours while offering the same lifestyle at a friendlier price While some readers would baulk at the price category for first homebuyers being “up to $800,000 remembering a time just a few years ago when most first homebuyers were paying close to half that it’s important to remember Adelaide’s median house price now sits at $846,000 with out combined dwelling price at $795,000 Gawler East was singled out as the place to buy in the north by both Harcourts SA CEO Heather Edwards and Ouwens Casserly managing director Nathan Casserly with Ms Edwards saying it offers “affordable new developments Norwood was the eastern favourite for three of our experts at this pricepoint including Williams Real Estate partner Stephanie Williams and dining options all within a close-knit it’s perfect for buyers seeking a townhouse or home unit.” Golden Grove got a couple of votes for family buyers – those with an $800,000 to $1.5m budget – in the north while Booth Real Estate director said Novar Gardens was the place to buy in the west Golden Grove recently set a new record for the suburb “It offers good proximity to the coast and cosmopolitan Glenelg,” he says The perennial favourites of Unley Park and Hyde Park were not surprisingly tipped as places to buy if you’ve got more than $1.5m to spend while Stirling in the Adelaide Hills also drew some expected votes Mr Casserly says nearby Crafers was his pick for Hills luxury “Here you’ll find high-end homes in tranquil settings with stunning views combining the hills lifestyle with metropolitan convenience.” Yet it was another Hills hotspot that emerged across a number of categories with Mount Barker racking up four votes across a number of categories Ray White SA CEO Matt Lindblom had it as his pick for Hills and regional investments “It’s an obvious choice for investors due to the amount of new homes being constructed in the area,” he said Jessica Veasey and their son love calling home having moved into the suburb’s Bluestone development about a month ago moved to the Hills hotspot from Maslin Beach – and Mr Hall says it offered both value and lifestyle “The bang for you buck that you get when you look up here is amazing,” he said 2024: Nathan Hall with partner Jessica Veasey and his son Adam 7 playing with their dig Arlo at their Mount Barker home like around Happy Valley and there you’d get a three-bedroom one-bathroom ’70s-built house for $600,000 to $700,000 on quite a small block but up here for the same money you’re getting four or five bedrooms on quite a large block “Plus Mount Barker’s a fast growing city with so much to offer and so much to do and it’s really family friendly.” When asked to identify suburbs that should be on buyers’ radars but probably weren’t We hope it helps you make an informed and confident New Year purchase Ouwens Casserly Real Estate managing director Hope Valley: It’s an excellent choice for first home buyers solid homes on full-sized allotments with convenient access to schools Gawler East: It offers affordable new developments Ingle Farm: It offers great value for money with a mixture of contemporary and original 1970s brick homes available for first home buyers Gawler East: It has affordable homes with modern amenities offering a range of land sizes and build styles Prospect: It has undergone major development in recent years and still offers relative affordability Christies Beach: It offers a great combination of affordable coastal living Hackham West: Typically known for its low price point this offers an affordable entry level home for first home buyers Morphett Vale: The ease of access to our north/south corridor makes suburbs such as Morphett Vale exceptional buying for first home buyers Seaford: It’s a great mix of affordability Established units/townhouses in these areas represent very good value The Parade at Norwood packed for the Norwood Food and Wine Festival 2024 it’s perfect for buyers seeking a townhouse or home unit Evandale: You can get some nice townhouses in Newton If you are patient and happy to do some renovations there are some good little cottages that come up around Stepney and Evandale for those who want to be closer to the CBD Norwood: Townhouses in Norwood provide an excellent opportunity to enter the market for executive couples or those willing to compromise on land size to experience the lifestyle that Norwood offers Rostrevor: It’s a hidden gem with good schools and access to nature at an affordable price well constructed single-level units in these suburbs are exceptional buying Albert Park: It provides good value for first homebuyers but with full-sized properties under $850,000 becoming increasingly rare Its proximity to the beach and easy access to the city make it highly appealing Seaton: In 2025 there will be exciting opportunities provided to first home buyers in this highly sought-after suburb as part of the Renewal SA ‘Seaton 5023’ development Taperoo: This remains underrated and one of the last remaining affordable suburbs for first homebuyers this close to the coast Bowden: It’s close to the city with excellent transport links experiencing strong growth potential thanks to its unique lifestyle offerings established stock is good value especially in the context of replacement cost and great proximity to Adelaide city Littlehampton: It offers affordable homes in a peaceful with a charming village atmosphere and convenient access to Mount Barker and Adelaide Nairne: Port Lincoln provides spacious homes with room to grow ranging from low $400k – $600k In Nairne you can still find homes in the $500,000s to $600,000 offering great value in an up-and-coming township Mount Barker: It’s hard to overlook Mount Barker given the significant investment in infrastructure and fast-growing population driving its expansion Mount Barker: It offers affordable homes in a growing community with a relaxed hills lifestyle Mt Barker: Established homes in need of some renovation but structurally sound represent good value Golden Grove: It’s known for its family-friendly community Blair Athol: It reaps the reward of its proximity to the CBD as well as the popular strip of cafes and restaurants on Prospect Road Golden Grove: It’s known for its excellent schools Nailsworth: It’s a nice established area and offers relatively good value buying Golden Grove – recently set a new record for the suburb at $2.8m surpassing the previous suburb record by close to $1m Panorama: It provides a family-friendly lifestyle with stunning hill views and easy access to both Adelaide’s CBD and surrounding nature reserves Onkaparinga Hills: Here you’ll find larger modern family-sized homes on larger allotments Convenient to local schools and southern expressway Flagstaff Hill: It’s located within 15 mins of some of the best metropolitan beaches in Adelaide as well as large shopping centres and popular schools with green open space and large block sizes Blackwood: It’s a leafy suburb with quality homes Clapham/Panorama: These offer good value and are known for being solid performers Wattle Park: It blends luxurious homes with a tranquil leafy environment and a convenient location near the foothills and city Stonyfell: There are some good value homes in Burnside and Stonyfell depending on the school zone Magill: It’s one of the larger suburbs in Eastern Adelaide it’s developing its own personality with great cafes and shops It offers a variety of property styles with generous block sizes and easy access to our wine regions through the hills Magill It offers good proximity to Adelaide city and is still relatively affordable Flinders Park: It combines riverside living Findon offers unmatched proximity to the city beaches and quality primary and secondary education facilities West Croydon: It’s a savvy choice of investment for those that prefer character bungalows Leafy green streets and trendy cafes and shops is what you’ll find here Fulham Gardens: It offers family-friendly living with quality schools It offers good proximity to the coast and cosmopolitan Glenelg Riders come through the main street of Stirling during stage 2 of the Tour Down Under Aldgate: It offers exceptional lifestyle appeal with a relaxed Crafers West: Here you’ll find great value buying A 25-minute drive is all it takes for those still needing to commute to the city for work or likely to have friends visiting at either your place or the famous Bridgewater pub Stirling: It’s a premium hills suburb with extensive amenities and a strong sense of community Littlehampton/Nairne: Currently going through a huge transformation this hotspot has a range of great amenities perfect for families Medindie: It provides a prestigious lifestyle with grand estates and convenient access to Adelaide’s CBD and top private schools proximity to Adelaide CBD and stunning character homes North Adelaide: It is alive with new cafes restaurants and the green open space it’s always been renowned for North Adelaide: Spacious luxury apartments and townhouses offering panoramic views North Adelaide: With the development on O’Connell St providing the catalyst North Adelaide needed it will increasingly become a sought-after location so close to the city Hyde Park/Unley Park: These combine timeless elegance with boutique shopping and beautifully restored character villas and estates Port Noarlunga to Moana: Here you’ll find esplanade frontages with uninterrupted ocean views of some of Adelaide’s best beaches Colonel Light Gardens: It’s abundant with beautiful gardens tree-lined streets and some of the proudest homeowners in Adelaide Hyde Park: Home to exclusive properties featuring high-end character renovations or modern new builds it’s complemented by the vibrancy of King William Road Unley Park: It continues to be one of the most sought after suburbs in Adelaide with beautiful streets an exceptional mix of character and modern homes on generous allotments) CB Nicole Brown and son Ollie enjoy the recently opened 1.1km Witton Bluff Base Trail coastal walk which connects Port Noarlunga and Christies Beach Rose Park/Toorak Gardens: These deliver a serene and sophisticated lifestyle with tree-lined streets and proximity to elite schools and the city Tusmore and Beulah Park: It’s really important to determine what is most important to you You can generally find good value still in suburbs that may be attached to a dearer suburb St Peters: There are infinite reasons as to why St Peters remains one of the destination suburbs of Adelaide real estate Historically St Peters has been one of the highest performing suburbs for capital growth Rose Park: Here you’ll find prestigious homes on leafy streets with proximity to elite schools Norwood/Rose Park/Toorak Gardens: Three of the most popular suburbs in Adelaide Norwood Parade and newly refurbished Burnside Village providing cosmopolitan living with beautiful tree-lined streets Somerton Park: It’s perfect for those seeking quiet coastal living with high-end luxury homes and a peaceful beachside community atmosphere Henley Beach not only offers a wonderful lifestyle for everyday living but is a blue-chip suburb which will only bring amazing capital growth for your families future Somerton Park: It plays host to some of the most valuable real estate in Adelaide as well as popular public and private schooling options for families West Lakes Shore: Here you’ll find luxury modern properties with premium waterfront lifestyle opportunities Somerton Park: It’s just a fantastic beachside location Night-time revellers enjoying popular Henley Square Stirling: It provides an exclusive hills lifestyle with stunning estates Aldgate: There’s such a variety of architecture land size and topography in one of the prettiest locations of the hills Crafers: Here you’ll find high-end homes in tranquil settings with stunning views combining the hills lifestyle with metropolitan convenience Stirling: It has a unique offering in both lifestyle and property It’s visually appealing no matter the season with everything you require in it’s town centre Mylor and Port Elliot: All suburbs are exceptional in their own right when you look at them through the national lens but with strong potential for growth and redevelopment Munno Para: It’s a rapidly growing area with high rental demand and affordable entry points Mawson Lakes: It’s a hotspot for investors with modern contemporary homes and demand for rental homes Prospect: The release of more high-density living near Prospect Road is a major drawcard for investors North Adelaide/Prospect: With the development of O’Connell St and Prospect Rd in recent years these suburbs are becoming increasingly popular especially due to their good proximity to Adelaide city Unley: It blends charming character homes and affordable townhouses with a vibrant lifestyle and excellent capital growth rate that outpaces the national average Morphett Vale: It’s the largest catchment in the southern area It’s sought after by tenants for its convenient location and affordability Seaford: It benefits from the ease of access from the north/south corridor and house and land packages are available Christies Beach: It’s an affordable coastal investment with strong growth potential and rental yields Wayville/Everard Park: These suburbs have become attractively priced when compared to neighbouring suburbs and are still very well located Unley is a lot of people’s go-to place for all their shopping and dining needs Kent Town: It combines a convenient CBD fringe location with untapped potential making it a standout choice compared to its more famous neighbour Any location around the Norwood or Glenunga School Zone: These locations are always highly sought by families restaurants and this is providing a popular lifestyle offering for tenants and in turn attracting investment Kensington Gardens: It has a strong rental market with consistent capital growth Kent Town/Norwood: The city fringe still represents exceptional value both from a local perspective but particularly from a national perspective Richmond: It delivers excellent investment potential offering affordability and growth opportunities along with easy access to both the city and nearby suburbs Rosewater and Gillman: These are my pick for great investment opportunities in the west Bowden: There is rarely a dull moment in Bowden and once again this popular spot is a proven winner for tenants and landlords alike Findon: Here you’ll find well-priced properties in a gentrifying suburb close to the city Glenelg North: It has some relatively affordable properties which are often overlooked by investors Mount Barker’s main street has still retained its character charm despite the rest of the town rapidly developing Bridgewater: It’s a hidden gem that’s gaining attention offering a relaxed hills lifestyle with increasing demand Mount Barker: It’s popular due to close proximity to transport and all services and has plenty of schools to choose between for tenants Mount Barker: It’s an obvious choice for investors due to the amount of new homes being constructed in the area Goolwa/Victor Harbor: These are both lifestyle investment hotspots with rising populations and significant infrastructure investment Littlehampton: It’s enjoying the uplift of Mt Barker but with still has the country feel and is still easily commutable from the city Frewville combines luxury living with large stylish homes and easy access to elite schools Often overlooked compared to neighbours like Parkside and Toorak Gardens it offers strong growth potential and a highly desirable location Taperoo: Positioned in a coastal locale with excellent amenity there’s no better time to live and invest in the CBD particularly around the Hutt Street/East End are my favourite Forestville: Rapidly transforming with urban renewal Glenelg North: It offers relative affordability with great beaches and cosmopolitan feel There has been no shortage of impressive South Australia properties hitting the market in 2024 but some caught househunters’ eyes more than others there was a property for every type of cashed-up buyer A grand Leabrook mansion that once played host to British royalty was the most-viewed property on realestate.com.au over the past year The home is expected to set a new state record when it sells eclipsing the current $13.5m record set by a North Adelaide mansion The family home of almost 70 years of the late Elizabeth “Bardie” Penfold Simpson and Tom Simpson offers plenty of character charm and room to move on its whopping 6496sqm allotment who are both household names in the whitegoods and wine industries bought the 1890-built bluestone villa shortly after they were married in the ’50s with Mrs Penfold Simpson’s eldest grandson Tom Simpson who is selling the estate with his extended family MORE NEWS: Leabrook mansion tipped to break new state record Leabrook was SA’s most viewed property of 2024 The home has attracted close to 80,000 online views “They were both incredibly proud of this property and it was a special space to them and one they relished sharing with others,” he said “In the ’80s she (Bardie) was even contacted and asked if she’d be interested in hosting the Duke and Duchess of York and they spent five nights at the property.” The 1890-built bluestone villa – which has a formal sitting room casual dining and living areas and a cellar – is surrounded by botanic gardens-like grounds over two titles and is complete with a pool a tennis court and a two-bedroom caretakers residence The property is for sale through Jamie Brown of Booth Real Estate Could this be the last residential development opportunity on East Terrace It’s selling agent certainly thinks so and it is for this reason the home has been viewed more than 63,000 times online since launching to the market Considered the most prestigious and enviable park front position in Adelaide to either refurbish the existing Art Deco family residence once owned by News Corp’s own Rupert Murdoch The existing home also offers great character appeal with voluminous light-filled living and entertaining zones with utilizing fabulous concept illustrations by Fiona Lynch Interior Design (VIC) being made available to the incoming purchaser The property has a price guide of $4.25m to $4.5m and is for sale through Jamie Brown of Booth Real Estate This modern mansion in prized Gilberton offers you the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure a grand family home on more than 4000sq m in one of South Australia’s most exclusive suburbs The home has been viewed more than 56,900 times on realestate.com.au since launching to the market Vendor Elizabeth and her family custom designed the home moving into their no-expense-spared contemporary manor in 2018 “Ours is a house where everyone seems to come to – whether it be on weekends and later for pre-drinks before nights out and as a place to stay after,” she said it was great that they had space to enjoy the pool the basketball and tennis courts and the lawns.” MORE NEWS: Modern Gilberton mansion a masterpiece of modern luxury Gilberton has been viewed more than 56,900 times on realestate.com.au The stunning home is an entertainer’s dream The lower level of the home features a grand foyer with ornate staircase balustrade; a rumpus room a kitchen and meals area and a patio with outdoor kitchen overlooking a pool and spa while on the lower level you’ll find a gym and a cellar as well as thousands of square metres of landscaped gardens ideal for children and pets The property is for sale through Nick Pelvay of Fox Real Estate It comes as no surprise that this Hollywood-style mansion was one of SA’s most viewed listings in 2024 it did set a new price record for Golden Grove five-bathroom home sold for $2.8m in a runaway-success Golden Grove sold for $2.8m in a runaway-success The Hollywood-style home was a “must have” for one buyer this Rosslyn Park home was just that for car enthusiasts With over 51,900 views under its belt on realestate.com.au this car-lovers dream certainly proved a `wheelie’ good buy for a motivated buyer with property changing hands for $5.5m in 2024 The 2019-built home not only featured a seven-car garage with a hoist but an adjacent den that allows its new owners to view their private car collection in comfort – all while enjoying a glass of wine Other noteworthy additions included a library the 1998sq m allotment also featured plenty of lifestyle elements for the executive outdoor entertainer by way of an in-ground pool and synthetic turf tennis court MORE NEWS: Rosslyn Park mansion the ultimate dream buy for car enthusiasts Rosslyn Park comes with over 51,900 views under its belt The home has been described as a car-lovers dream This updated Unley Park villa could set a new residential price record when it sells having been offered to the market for the first time in 22 years The sandstone estate has been listed with a price guide of $12m to $13m and viewed more than 49,000 times on realestate.com.au Vendors Margo and Sam bought the landmark property – which sits on a 3836sq m allotment – in 2002 attracted by the opportunity to bring the character home into the present and raise a family MORE NEWS: Inside the prestigious Victoria Ave home that could set a new price record Unley Park could set a new residential price record when it sells The home has been viewed more than 49,000 times on realestate.com.au “It had the structure of a great old family home so we did a substantial renovation on both the house and garden,” Margo says with the home painstakingly and faithfully updated to now offer up to five bedrooms formal and casual living and entertaining areas a handy butler’s pantry and a separate studio The property is for sale through Jamie Brown of Booth Real Estate Adelaide you know that homes in the Adelaide Hills are generally sought after in more ways then one So it comes as no surprise that this Stirling home attracted over 48,000 views on realestate.com.au and sold for an undisclosed price at auction Vendors Ali and Mark said they had been attracted to the property for its idyllic surrounds entertaining prospects and opportunity to place their mark on a classic home MORE NEWS: Chance to own a stunning Stirling home with a ‘secret garden’ Hills living is certainly sought after with buyers The home attracted over 48,000 views on realestate.com.au “It’s a 12-minute walk to Stirling Village but it feels like you’re in the middle of the country – there’s a beautiful creek flowing through the property and from every room you hear all of these sounds of nature “It’s unassuming from the road but you go down the driveway and this secret garden reveals itself and we fell in love with it instantly.” The home was sold by Stephanie Williams and Dee-Anne Hunt of Williams Real Estate Nestled within the breathtaking Adelaide Hills Elm Park is certainly a home to behold and one that has clearly attracted the attention of many local and interstate buyers manicured greenery and commanding stunning vistas from every outlook three-bathroom home seamlessly blends opulence with nature’s splendour “From the moment you enter the grand gates and cobblestone drive as if time itself slows to accommodate the tranquil ambience,” the ad reads The property was sold by Stephanie Williams and Ben Clarke of Williams Real Estate The stunning home attracted over 46,000 views on realestate.com.au in 2024 A severely damaged house can be transformed into a dream home in the hands of the right person Or so the story goes for a character home in Semaphore which has been listed for sale after being ravaged by fire four years ago The early 1900s built property – which has already been viewed over 45,000 times on realestate.com.au – was partially burned in April 2020 leaving its current owner with an estimated $45,000 damage bill MORE NEWS: Keen renovators eye off fire damaged home in Semaphore Semaphore leaves plenty to the imagination The fire damaged home has been viewed over 45,000 times on realestate.com.au The hunt is now on to find a motivated buyer eager to bring the home back to its glory days in a suburb that has seen 15 per cent price growth over the past three years the property once stood as a proud family home on an elevated 937sq m block The home still retains many of its original features It is for sale through Kate Smith Property conceptualised by renowned designer Alex Pritchard is now set to become glamorous St Georges’ newest tour de force Emanating a bold facade and commanding an imposing street presence the two-storey residence showcases meticulous building detail framed by a striking wrought iron fence and established landscaping featuring elegant topiary hedging the design has been viewed more than 44,800 times on realestate.com.au and we’re certain that property lovers are just as eager to see the final result as we are The property was sold by Grant Giordano and Ross Smith of Giordano and Partners St Georges will be a masterpiece when completed Buyers seem to agree with the home viewed more than 44,800 times on realestate.com.au Ole Miss Athletics Celebrates Achievements at 2025 Golden Grove Awards4/21/2025 | Athletics Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Last year’s beaten finalists Golden Grove United will be looking to go one step further this time around when they face off against York United today in the final of the St Thomas Mckay Security Under-17 competition at York Oval at 4 p.m Gold Grove booked their spot in the final after they defeated Seaforth 1-0 through a 16th-minute goal from Jabari Ellis who will enter the final with an impressive unbeaten record this season also entered last year’s final unbeaten they fell just short of the mark at the final hurdle a mistake head coach Marlon Russell will be looking to avoid “It is now more important than ever for us to walk away with the title this time around,” Russell told The Sunday Gleaner in a pre-game interview Only two players returned to the Golden Grove team from last year’s outfit Russell said it is a positive sign for the club to be able to return to the final despite fielding an entirely new crop of players it was a more experienced team and a bit more rounded team What I have with this team now is a lot experience in key areas like our defence,” he explained “We had to make a lot of changes because from that team last year we only have two players left so I guess we must be doing something good at the club The key about it is that these youngsters are hungry and they are dedicated to what they want.” It will not be an easy outing for Golden Grove as they face a formidable York squad who are keen on leaving with the title in hand York enter the final after defeating the then unbeaten Baptist Alliance 3-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regulation time Baptist Alliance will face off against Seaforth for third in the first match of the doubleheader gregory.bryce@gleanerjm.com View the discussion thread. We are hard at work trying to fix the issues The content on this site is for entertainment purposes only and 247Sports makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the information given or the outcome of any game or event This site contains commercial content and 247Sports may be compensated for the links provided on this site For those seeking an extra dose of excitement Pedler's Paddock offers specialised zones designed for riders of all skill levels Families with children or beginners can enjoy the safety and encouragement of the Beginners Zone while thrill-seekers can test their skills on the Jump Tracks For those looking for a fun challenge suitable for all ages the Pump Track is a great place for beginner to advanced riders to hone their riding skills Test yourself and see how many laps you can do without pedalling Pedler’s Paddock is named after William Pedler a local cobbler (shoe maker) who lived here with his family from 1850 to 1916 The park offers advanced and extremely advanced trails designed for highly confident and experienced riders which may include unavoidable drops and gaps Cobbler Creek's shared-use trails offer a unique opportunity to explore the Adelaide Hills' natural beauty while building connections with fellow outdoor enthusiasts Stephen Hughes continued his goal-scoring prowess this season adding another goal to his impressive tally to help his side to a two-nil victory over Glanvilles at home on Thursday in the Second Division of the Antigua and Barbuda Football Association (ABFA) Tyler Anthony found the back of the net in the 60th minute before Hughes registered his conversion in the 79th minute to end the match 2-0 Hughes has been in devastating form in the Second Division topping all scorers across the three divisions with 21 goals for Golden Grove FC from 13 matches Seaview Farm FC’s Rhezal Gomes has found the net 17 times while there’s an interesting four-way tie for third place and Akeem Weekes (English Harbour FC) are all on 16 goals the race for the Golden Boot is intensifying with several players showing exceptional scoring form in the 2024-25 season All Saints United FC’s Raheem Deterville has established himself as the division’s most lethal finisher with 19 goals from 16 appearances His teammate Joshua Ferdinand is in second place with 14 goals while D’Andre Bishop (All Saints United) shares third position with Keon Greene (PottersTigers) with 12 goals each Other notable performances in the Premier League include Grenades FC duo Luis Ciudad Labrada and Eugene Kirwan contributing to their team’s campaign with 10 and 8 goals respectively The First Division sees Junior Benjamin of Ottos Rangers FC leading the charge with 12 goals in 10 matches demonstrating remarkable efficiency in front of goal Swetes FC’s Shalon Knight follows closely with 11 goals from eight games while Darius Hector of Freemansville Scorpions holds third place with nine goals Malik Tejorhue Charles and Leon Moses Jr are among several players who are locked on five goals setting the stage for an intense battle for top scorer honors as the season progresses and website in this browser for the next time I comment Please enter an answer in digits:18 − 3 = Cedar Grove Blue Jays and Golden Grove FC will compete in the Antigua and Barbuda Football Association (ABFA) First Division for the 2025/26 domestic season finished atop the 17-team standings with 40 points while Golden Grove also won 13 of their 16 encounters but lost three The two teams automatically move to the First Division Blue Jays scored 58 times while allowing 12 goals for a goal difference of 46 while Golden Grove netted 76 times and allowed 15 for a difference of 61 finished a close third on 38 points with 12 wins They will enter the three-team round-robin playoffs with the teams finishing 11th and 12th in the 14-team First Division Lion Hill FC with 11 points and Urlings FC with nine points who had a strong start to the Second Division competition finished fourth on the standings with 37 points and will have to wait another season to challenge for promotion Belmont FC round off the top five with 34 points Bethesda FC (20 pts) and Earthquakes FC 20 pts) finished sixth through 10th on the standings Rounding off the standings are CPTSA Wings (19 pts) Glanvilles FC (5 pts) and Herberts FC (4 pts) Please enter an answer in digits:4 × two = The leaders in the Antigua and Barbuda Football Association’s Second Division suffered a 2-1 defeat on Monday when they faced off against Golden Grove The home side was the first to score in the seventh minute when Stephen Hughes gave Golden Grove the early advantage as he scored the only goal of the first half Tyler Anthony was on target with a successful strike as he found the back of the net to put his side two nil in the 71st minute three minutes later Rhezal Gomes pulled a goal back for Seaview Farm to end the match 2-1 The match was also plagued with indiscipline as five yellow cards were issued Zavier Joseph of Young Lions and Chunsae Martin of Bethesda were the goal-scorers Please enter an answer in digits:9 + nine = View news feed View service updates View our terms of use and all our accounts This website is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia Licence The 2024-25 Antigua and Barbuda Football Association Season has been filled with many high-scoring matches showing the dominance of teams in the various divisions On Wednesday it was no different when Golden Grove travelled to PMS for a Second Division encounter against home side It ended up being a one-sided affair in which the hosts were run weary as they helplessly conceded 16 goals The chief architects of their demise were Stephen Hughes and Tyler Anthony who scored double hat tricks The opening goal was scored by Hughes in the second minute before Anthony responded with his first two conversions in the seventh and tenth the home team struck back with a goal of their own scored by Vaughn Roberts via a penalty kick an onslaught like no other was launched at the hapless West Ham side as they saw veteran player Justin Periera score in the 20th with Hughes registering his hat trick in the 27th It didn’t take long before Anthony registered his just some three minutes later When the half time whistle was blown the scoreline read 7-1 The second half saw a total of nine goals scored with both Hughes and Anthony adding hat tricks to the first half hat tricks they scored earlier in the match pound for pound making sure one didn’t get too far ahead of the other When Anthony added his fourth goal in the 50th Hughes added goals in the 52nd and another in the 55th while Anthony scored in the 60th With both players having both scored a handful of goals it didn’t take long for them to both complete their double hat tricks as they were scored in the 62nd and 65th minutes The remaining two goals were scored by Attian Fabian in the 65th and Terrence Spencer in the 79th Matches on Thursday and Friday 19th and 20th December were postponed to a later date for the observance of funerals Please enter an answer in digits:four × 4 = Pigotts Bullets SC staged a remarkable second-half performance to claim a 2-1 victory over Attacking Saints FC in Monday’s Antigua and Barbuda Football Association’s Premier League action at the ABFA Technical Centre Golden Grove FC rolled over Real Blizzard FC with a comfortable 3-1 win the match remained goalless until the hour mark when Shafeeq Joseph broke the deadlock for Attacking Saints in the 61st minute their lead was short-lived as Shamoi Andrew equalized for Pigotts Bullets just two minutes later The game appeared headed for a draw until Niah Browne settled the contest for Pigotts Bullets scoring the winner in the 87th minute to secure all three points After another round of matches in the Premier League Sandals APUA Inet Grenades continue their dominance at the top with 29 points and are closely trailed by All Saints United who are second on 28 points with a game in hand In third position is Old Road on 25 points Garden Stars in fourth on 24 points while Bullets round out the top five with 22 points Teams that are in the relegation danger zone are John Hughes Willikies and Parham FC all having nine points Greenbay Hoppers are likely to be relegated with only three points and just three games left in hand the home team delivered an impressive performance against Real Blizzard FC Attian Fabian opened the scoring for Golden Grove in the 24th minute Carl Hampson leveled the score for Real Blizzard immediately after the break in the 46th minute but Golden Grove responded through Stephen Hughes who restored their lead in the 55th minute Terrence Spencer sealed the victory with a goal in the 73rd minute The scheduled Second Division match between Blackburn Palace FC and English Harbour FC at PMS was postponed Please enter an answer in digits:eight + 20 = A Golden Grove man in his late 20s has been detained by police earlier this afternoon in relation to the recent homicide of MP Asot Michael Please enter an answer in digits:8 + 13 = But that was just the start of a long struggle to get her money back It turned out the seller has a history of not paying Pip Gordon’s 20-year-old daughter Jorja was over the moon She’d found a horse she believed was her ticket to becoming a competitive show jumper and photos showed her looking great in action as a non-horsey person that's scared of horses," Pip Gordon says Watch more on this story on TVNZ+ Jorja had seen the advert for Sal on an Instagram post from Goldengrove Stud Farm they’re happy to fund their daughter’s passion It just meant it was really important to get the purchase right Jorja was confident she was making a good choice Goldengrove Stud Farm has bred horses that are competing at a top level in the UK the US and Australia as well as here in New Zealand But Jorja wasn’t aware that its owner and sole director Paul Ffoulkes had also been on Fair Go before She connected beautifully with Sal and started to take her to lower-level competitions Until one Friday evening when Sal was clearly in pain and could hardly walk Jorja says it looked like she’d broken her leg When they bought Sal they’d had the vet do the usual checks They’d been made aware of a previous leg injury by Paul Ffoulkes and his wife but had done all they could to check it out the vet’s report said: “The owner cannot recall which limb or whether or not it was an injury to the hock or fetlock The X rays (taken by the Ffoulkes) are not locatable.” Pip paid for her own x-rays and was pleased to hear that no issues were spotted The vet assessed that Sal had chronic arthritis that had likely been present for some time Pip Gordon says she was told “there might be periods of time when Sal appears reasonably sound and we’ve found that to be the case but that extra weight of a rider would just aggravate her” Jorja felt they should get their money back “If it had been maybe four or five years down the track this would be a different situation but I only rode the horse for four months.” The Gordons contacted the Ffoulkes who expressed their sympathy for the situation Pip Gordon says the Ffoulkes suggested they could help by providing feed products or access to vets but I said "no Jorja thought about trying to breed from Sal but genetic testing showed she had abnormal chromosomes that meant she wouldn’t be suitable for breeding either So the Gordons took the case to the Disputes Tribunal Their argument was that Sal was advertised for show jumping but couldn’t do this because of her condition they considered her not fit for purpose under the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) the Ffoulkes argued Sal had been sold privately by Pip Ffoulkes so the CGA wouldn’t apply as it’s only for sales made by a business But the Gordons argued Sal had been bought from Goldengrove Stud Farm “Jorja came across Sally on the Goldengrove Instagram page we paid the money into the business account The Ffoulkes then argued they weren’t to blame as they had mentioned a previous injury The tribunal referee acknowledged this wasn’t a case of deliberately trying to mislead but said the "law provides a remedy whether the misrepresentation is deliberate or innocent" and the horse was sold as suitable to ride and showjump but its condition meant this was not possible The tribunal referee said: “I am satisfied that Sally’s condition is so significant that no-one would have purchased a horse with such problems had they known and that Sally has no real value given her condition and the fact she is unable to be bred from.” The referee ordered the Ffoulkes to pay $9500 back to the Gordons by October 2023 Applications for a rehearing should be made within 20 working days the referee agreed to consider it on the basis of Paul Ffoulkes’ claims of ill health The referee wanted to know of any new information in the case but when it was established there wasn’t any the Ffoulkes had also argued they should have Sal returned but followed that comment up by saying they “may well destroy her” The Gordons felt this was unnecessary as Sal appeared content if she wasn’t ridden and there were medications available that could relieve any pain if necessary The referee agreed that if the Ffoulkes saw no value in Sal keeping a horse is still a costly business so the Gordons wanted to keep up the pressure to have their money paid back And so Pip Gordon’s experience of dealing with the civil justice system in New Zealand began is that the system is weighted towards the person at fault.” She says this because she was surprised it was up to her to pay to have any further action taken She paid for advice from a lawyer and also for bailiffs to get involved Her experience with the bailiffs didn’t go well Their reports noted that “sheds are in poor condition Horses were on site but Pip (Ffoulkes) stated that they belong to other persons The company's only asset was a tractor." Pip Gordon then received a letter saying they didn't seize the tractor "because it would cause financial distress to the Ffoulkes or the business" but how do they know that their financial distress is any different to my financial distress they decided to go ahead and buy a replacement for Jorja resigning themselves to getting one that was much cheaper cost just $3000 and isn’t suitable for showjumping but at least Jorja has one to ride They also have the ongoing costs of feeding and caring for Sal So it wasn’t welcome news to receive a letter from the bailiffs saying they’d closed the case Fair Go got in touch with the Ffoulkes who sent an email explaining at length why they still felt the CGA didn’t apply in this case and saying they had lodged an appeal The Gordons were unaware of this appeal so we rang the Ffoulkes for clarification Pip Ffoulkes answered but said because of the appeal she couldn’t discuss the case we were informed no appeal had been lodged the bailiffs had apologised and reopened the case Fair Go’s call to the Ffoulkes happened to be made at the same time as two new bailiffs arrived on the Ffoulkes property This was mentioned to Pip Gordon when the bailiffs manager called to say a truck had finally been seized Pip Gordon told him that “going at them from all sides” was a good thing Within two weeks she received a letter to say the money was on its way “I like to think having two bailiffs in your driveway and Fair Go on the phone at the same time may have made them realise we weren't going to roll over." It’s now over two years since Sal went lame and finally they feel justice has been done $8000 has already been paid into their bank account Watch this story on TVNZ+ Jorja Gordon and mum Pip originally found the horse on the Facebook page of Goldengrove Stud Farm When their recently purchased horse went lame Watch more on this story on TVNZ+ In 2021, Fair Go found out about three customers all owed money by the business - money ordered to be paid by the Disputes Tribunal after they had issues with the horses they’d purchased. In each case, Ffoulkes made excuses or didn’t pay. Helen McNaught was owed $20,000 and believes she would never have seen the money if Fair Go hadn’t got involved Paul and Pip Ffoulkes said they had filed an appeal against the tribunal decision Watch this story on TVNZ+ Police believe wave of Invercargill robberies two burglaries and one attempted burglary took place in Invercargill between 2.30am and 4.20am and are believed to be connected Crime and Justice Erica Stanford sent pre-Budget documents to her personal email There are multiple examples of Stanford using her personal email for ministerial business Politics Stowaway weka catches ride across Southern Alps The native bird caught a ride after a couple left their car door open at their campsite New Zealand Tree planted as Kyle Whorrall's mother Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei blessed and planted a provided pōhutukawa tree at St Johns Bush in honour of the slain PhD student from the United States Man's cigarette smuggling attempt stubbed out Customs said the body-packing of the more than 1600 cigarettes was "an attempt to defraud Customs revenue" Deputy police commissioner still on leave four months after suspension Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming is under investigation by the Independent Police Conduct Authority and the New Zealand Police Southland farming company slapped with fine over effluent discharge 6:55pm Police believe wave of Invercargill robberies, burglaries are linked 6:00pm Destiny Church to move out of its South Auckland headquarters 5:51pm 'Light' 4.1 magnitude earthquake jolts lower North Island 5:48pm 'Wake up call': Businesses warned over lithium battery fires 5:30pm Erica Stanford sent pre-Budget documents to her personal email 7:30pm 1Destiny Church to move out of its South Auckland headquarters Explosions heard in 'suspicious' blaze at east Auckland McDonald's Tipene Funerals owners break silence after ex-employee jailed Trump threatens 100% tariff on foreign-made films Two arrested over alleged plot targeting Lady Gaga concert in RioBrazilian police said they thwarted an alleged bomb attack planned for Lady Gaga's concert on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro. Lady Gaga rocks Copacabana Beach with free concert for over 2 million fansCries of joy rose from the tightly-packed fans who sang and danced shoulder-to-shoulder on the vast stretch of sand. Lorde announces new album name, dateThu, May 1 Kim Kardashian to testify in Paris trial over 2016 armed robberyMon, Apr 28 Chubby Checker, Outkast, Cyndi Lauper join Rock & Roll Hall of FameMon, Apr 28 Lorde releases new single after weeks of cryptic teasesThu, Apr 24 Chubby Checker, Outkast, Cyndi Lauper join Rock & Roll Hall of FameMon Police have appealed to the public after two aggravated robberies and a series of burglaries in Invercargill overnight Detective Inspector Stu Harvey said officers were called to a premises on Dee St at around 2.30am on Monday to reports of two people entering a store demanding cash A worker was assaulted but not seriously injured Harvey said an attempted burglary and two burglaries were reported at three further premises on Windsor St Police then received a report that two people had entered a Tay St premises and demanded cash and items Harvey said information suggested the incidents were linked "Two vehicles were seen in the vicinity of some of the incidents "The other vehicle is described as a dark-coloured car," said Harvey "We would like to speak to anyone who saw vehicles fitting these descriptions between 1am and 5am." Anyone with relevant information about these vehicles or those involved should contact police on 105 A weka who travelled from the West Coast to Christchurch over the Alps has been returned home after his roadie adventure The endemic bird caught a ride after a couple left their car door open at their campsite in Buller Gorge while packing up from their Easter getaway The gear was split between campers Kim Ranger and her partner Ian's two vehicles hidden in dog blankets in Ian's ute despite multiple stops He got home to Christchurch and hopped out and didn’t notice the weka," Kim said I opened the back door of the Ranger to get something there it was in the rear passenger footwell what on earth do you do with a weka in Christchurch?”  Kim said they contacted the after-hours vet SPCA and DOC but were told to care for the bird until morning Apart from setting off the car alarm at 7am and covering the inside of the ute with poo Kim said the weka didn't seem distressed after her last name and given its temporary home Ranger was collected by DOC and checked over at the South Island Wildlife Hospital where — apart from being slightly dehydrated — was in good health and was released back to the area from where it hitched a ride DOC Biodiversity supervisor Craig Alexander said the episode was a reminder for people to check their vehicles for any wildlife when camping “There are no wild weka in Christchurch so we wouldn’t want to see them accidentally introduced here.”  we also had someone accidentally bring two wētā over from the West Coast in their wetsuits,” said Alexander If you find a native animal has snuck a ride somewhere it shouldn't be; contact DOC on 0800 DOC HOT (0800 362 468) for advice on what to do next A pōhutukawa tree has been planted in honour of Kyle Whorrall the US PhD student slain during an attack at an Auckland bus stop last month The 33-year-old was attacked at a bus stop on St Johns Rd in Meadowbank on April 19 friends and colleagues of Whorrall gathered for a vigil on April 24 at the bus stop where he was attacked Whorrall's mother Carole was joined by members of the community and Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei for the blessing and to plant a pōhutukawa tree in honour of his life The planting ceremony began with a blessing by Otene Reweti from Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei "This tree will stand as a memorial to Kyle to come to this special place and remember Kyle and what he has done and what he was looking to do "This tree indicates times to harvest different things in our seasons and also pōhutukawa in terms of the star from Matariki and pleiades So Kyle is one of those that we are reminded again of his tragic passing in this area," said Reweti Carole was flanked by Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson and one of Whorrall's flatmates as she shovelled dirt onto the base of the tree She softly commented that she enjoyed gardening as the sun shone down on her in St Johns Bush Others shared a poem or short tribute to Whorrall's life and the tragedy that it was cut short Ōrākei Local Board chairperson Scott Milne said that in times of tragedy it was important to "look at the good stuff" and find moments of connection with one another "We have now forged a relationship across the waters This family will come back to see this tree thrive and out of that tragedy we will find good," he said He told Te Karere the tragedy had "turned our community upside down" "Yet in the matter of a few short weeks the community have come together certainly like nothing I have ever seen before "There is just this deep disappointment and we all feel so privileged to live here He said he hoped over time the grief would "turn to healing" and that Carole would continue to come back and see the tree flourish and grow "People understand they have to talk more to each other watch out for one another and we want to make something of this lovely young man's life by changing our attitude." He said the board had worked hard to build relationships over the past six years "The relationship with Ngāti Whātua is deeply personal and important to this board A 16-year-old youth has been remanded in custody after being charged with his murder and a 32-year-old woman was also charged with being an accessory to murder after the fact Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin said the investigation was "by no means over" as police believed "there were other occupants in the vehicle" when Whorrall was attacked He said officers have since seized a black SUV on the North Shore It was being forensically examined by police "Our enquiries are ongoing to locate these persons of interest and I encourage them to do the right thing and come into their nearest police station or phone us." The detective inspector said police were also seeking "critical witnesses" including a white Toyota ute that was cut off by the black SUV doing a U-turn in front of them He said police were still working to fully understand the events leading up to his death The country's second most powerful police officer remains on leave four months after he was suspended pending a criminal investigation Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming is under investigation by the Independent Police Conduct Authority and the New Zealand Police The nature of the allegations against him cannot be reported A police spokesperson confirmed to RNZ on Monday there was no update regarding the investigation his lawyer told RNZ McSkimming had no comment McSkimming confirmed he had been suspended since before Christmas on full pay When any police officer faces an investigation of this nature they are typically suspended from duty," the statement said "Mr McSkimming is cooperating fully with Police and looks forward to the investigation being concluded swiftly after which he expects to resume his duties as Deputy Commissioner." McSkimming was one of the final two candidates for New Zealand's top cop job last year with Richard Chambers eventually appointed Police Commissioner McSkimming was promoted to statutory deputy commissioner in 2023 on the recommendation of then-prime minister Chris Hipkins The role comes with a higher pay packet and status than standard deputy commissioners Late last year he was overseeing road policing and operational services it was noted he had a "relatively unique career path" working at police headquarters since 2010 across a range of areas: strategy McSkimming joined the police in 1996 and worked on the frontline in Auckland and Southland He has also been responsible for large restructures - as well as managing police IT systems and launching the 105 non-emergency number By Sam Sherwood of rnz.co.nz A large-scale Southland farming company has been fined $82,500 for discharging effluent in a manner which could have entered waterways Gladvale Farms Ltd committed the offending on two occasions in October 2019 at an Oreti Plains farm The company was sentenced on Monday after being found guilty in February following an August 2024 judge-alone trial Legal action against the company began when Environment Southland alleged the Resource Management Act had been breached through effluent discharge on or into land which could have resulted in the contaminant entering water It was alleged the defendant irrigated at night without monitoring due to employees being off duty The judgement said although it was not necessary to prove the contaminant had entered or impacted the waterway there was sufficient evidence to show it had Steps taken to mitigate against the discharge were not sufficient including using a digger to move effluent further into a paddock Judge Steven told the court that 90 percent of the fine would go to the council Gladvale Farms Ltd operates five dairy farms in Southland with 3700 cows across 3300 acres Stuff has previously reported fines against the company of $27,000 in 2018/19 A magnitude 4.1 earthquake has jolted the lower North Island this afternoon Geonet said the earthquake struck 10km northwest of Levin at 5.16pm at a depth of 37km It described the shaking as "light" with close to 2000 reports from people feeling the tremor by 5.45pm M3.6 quake causing weak shaking near Levin https://t.co/aJM2e4ScOx One Facebook poster said it was "definitely a good one" while another described it as "only little but strange" Horowhenua District Council said it was a "good reminder" to chat about being prepared for earthquakes A large fire which caused "significant damage" to a McDonald's restaurant in east Auckland this afternoon is now being treated as suspicious Emergency services were notified of the fire at around 3pm on Monday Fire and Emergency NZ said the building was "totally involved" in flames by the time crews arrived and Papatoetoe were in attendance at the blaze "Everyone was out at the time and there are no reports of injuries." FENZ said the fire was being treated as suspicious "A fire investigator is attending to determine cause and origin." Pakuranga Rd was closed for nearly two hours in both directions with road users advised to avoid the area "Investigations into the cause of the fire at the McDonalds are underway," police said told 1News he heard a couple of explosions coming from the restaurant as the blaze began He said he heard "one or two" explosions The restaurant was adjacent to a Z petrol station and 250 metres along the same road from Pakuranga College A staff member at the service station said they had closed their fuel pumps and there was "huge fire and huge smoke" coming from the fire The Howick Pakuranga Netball Centre Courts were also closed this evening due to the blaze Auckland Transport said several bus routes Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown thanked emergency services who had been responding to the incident "Please follow the advice of emergency services A McDonald's spokesperson said the McDonald's restaurant in Pakuranga had "suffered significant damage" in the fire "Procedures were followed to raise the alarm and safely evacuate staff and customers McDonald’s is assisting emergency services as they begin the investigation into the cause of the fire." The owners of Tipene Funerals have spoken out for the first time after a former long-time employee was jailed for misconduct in relation to burials Francis and Kaiora Tipene told TVNZ's Marae they should have noticed something sooner but said they knew nothing of former employee Fiona Bakulich's offending For the full Marae story, watch on TVNZ+ Fiona Bakulich, 48, a former employee, was jailed for two years and three months and ordered to pay more than $16,900 in reparations over her misconduct The Tipene owners spoke to Marae in their first interview since Bakulich was jailed Francis said he was called to a meeting alongside Bakulich at Waikumete Cemetery by Auckland Council staff Cyclone Gabrielle had badly damaged a mausoleum housing two coffins interred by Bakulich Repairs to the roof necessitated the disinterment of the remains revealing she had not installed the zinc liner required and pocketed the $3000 in cash instead "I just couldn't believe how someone could do that." Bakulich was stood down for six weeks and continued offending upon her return to work The pair said they only discovered she had further defrauded families after her dismissal and I wish we did so we could have acted sooner," Francis said but I'm deeply apologetic to those whānau." Asked how the charges weren't detected in the company's accounting Francis said the transactions were taking place off-site so that's a hard one to swallow." The company would have to "build trust from the bottom up" the pair said of their business' relationship with the community Marae did not receive a response when Fiona Bakulich's lawyer was approached for comment Lady Gaga gave a free concert Saturday night in front of 2 million fans who poured onto Copacabana Beach for the biggest show of her career (...) Thank you for making history with me,” Lady Gaga told a screaming crowd kicked off the show at around 22.10pm local time with her 2011 song Bloody Mary Cries of joy rose from the tightly-packed fans who sang and danced shoulder-to-shoulder on the vast stretch of sand Concert organisers said 2.1 million people attended the show switching between an array of dresses including one with the colours of the Brazilian flag Some fans – many of them young – arrived on the beach at the crack of dawn to secure a good spot “Today is the best day of my life,” said Manoela Dobes a 27-year-old designer who was wearing a dress plastered with a photograph from when she met Lady Gaga in the United States in 2019 Madonna also turned Copacabana Beach into a massive dance floor last year The large-scale performances are part of an effort led by City Hall to boost economic activity after Carnival and New Years’ Eve festivities and the upcoming month-long Saint John’s Day celebrations in June “It brings activity to the city during what was previously considered the low season – filling hotels and increasing spending in bars generating jobs and income for the population,” said Osmar Lima the city’s secretary of economic development in a statement released by Rio City Hall’s tourism department last month Rio’s City Hall said in a recent report that around 1.6 million people were expected to attend Lady Gaga's concert and that the show should inject at least 600 million reais (NZ$178.3 million) into Rio’s economy Similar concerts are scheduled to take place every year in May at least until 2028 Lady Gaga arrived in Rio in the early hours of Tuesday The city has been alive with Gaga-mania since as it geared up to welcome the pop star for her first show in the country since 2012 Rio’s metro employees danced to Lady Gaga’s 2008 hit song LoveGame and gave instructions for today in a video A free exhibition celebrating her career sold out While the vast majority of attendees were from Rio the event also attracted Brazilians from across the country and international visitors More than 500,000 tourists poured into the city in the days leading up to the show according to data from the local bus station and Tom Jobim airport Rio’s City Hall said in a statement yesterday made a cross-continent trip from Colombia to Brazil to attend the show “I’ve been a 100% fan of Lady Gaga my whole life,” said Serrano who was wearing a T-shirt featuring Lady Gaga’s outlandish costumes over the years the mega-star represents “total freedom of expression – being who one wants without shame” Rio officials have a history of organising huge concerts on Copacabana Beach Madonna’s show drew an estimated 1.6 million fans last year while 4 million people flooded onto the beach for a 1994 New Year’s Eve show by Rod Stewart in 1994 that was the biggest free rock concert in history sixteen sound towers were spread along the beach Rio state’s security plan included the presence of 3300 military and 1500 police officers Among those present were Lady Gaga admirers who remember their disappointment in 2017 when the artist cancelled a performance scheduled in Rio at the last minute due to health issues “She's the best artist in the world,” the 25-year-old said I love you” in Portuguese rose from the crowd behind him whose real name is Ella Yelich O'Connor which also displayed what appears to be the album cover art — an X-ray of a pelvis "100% written in blood," the website read The new album's announcement came a week after she released her latest single What Was That The song's music video was filmed at a mysterious pop-up event in New York City's Washington Square Park that was initially shut down by police. The event ended up going ahead after all, and fans who stayed got to hear the new song for the first time. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lorde (@lorde) It was the first sign of a follow-up to Lorde's previous album Her other albums were 2013's Pure Heroine and 2017's Melodrama she collaborated with British singer Charli XCX on a remix of Girl so confusing — on a re-release of the Grammy award-winning Brat Kim Kardashian thought she was going to be raped and killed when criminals broke into her bedroom in central Paris tied her up and stole more than US$6 million in jewellery 10 people will go on trial in Paris over the robbery abduction and kidnapping of the media personality and the concierge of the residence where she was staying during Paris Fashion Week the night of October 2 Kardashian’s lawyers said she will testify in person at the trial starting Monday and scheduled to run through May 23 "Ms Kardashian is reserving her testimony for the court and jury and does not wish to elaborate further at this time," they said "She has great respect and admiration for the French justice system and has been treated with great respect by the French authorities "She wishes the trial to proceed in an orderly fashion in accordance with French law and with respect for all parties to the case." In interviews and on her family’s reality TV show Kardashian has described being terrified as robbers pointed a gun at her In a 2020 appearance on David Letterman’s Netflix show she tearfully recalled thinking: "This is the time I’m going to get raped Twelve people were originally expected in the defendants’ box and another is seriously ill and can't be tried five of the 10 defendants were present at the scene of the robbery The French press has dubbed them The Granddad Robbers because the main defendants are elderly and have careers as bank robbers with long criminal records Kardashian told investigators she was taken to a bathroom next to her bedroom and placed in the bathtub Her attackers fled on bicycles or on foot and she managed to free herself by removing the tape from her hands and mouth She had also removed the tape from her feet and rushed to her stylist’s room She called her sister Kourtney to tell her about the theft Kardashian told investigators that she had not been injured adding that she wanted to leave France as soon as possible to be reunited with her children According to her testimony and that of the concierge at least one of the suspects had a handgun The gangsters stole many pieces of jewellery estimated to be worth more than US$6 million (NZ$10 million) Only one piece of jewellery — a diamond cross on platinum that was lost during the suspects' escape — has been recovered Two of the accused have partially confessed to the crime is one of two suspected robbers who allegedly entered the apartment his genetic profile was found on the tape used to gag Kardashian who was waiting for him in a parked car at a nearby train station The second robber said he tied up the concierge with cables but did not go up to Kardashian’s apartment said he acted as a lookout in the ground-floor reception area He said he was unarmed and did not personally threaten Kardashian but admitted he shared responsibility for the crime Abbas was arrested in January 2017 and spent 21 months in prison before being released under judicial supervision he co-authored a French-language book titled I Sequestered Kim Kardashian is the second alleged robber suspected of entering the flat although he was filmed by CCTV cameras and numerous telephone contacts with the other co-defendants show his involvement The other defendants are suspected of providing information about Kardashian’s presence in the apartment Others are accused of playing a role in the resale of the jewellery in Antwerp Joe Cocker and Bad Company will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame — in a class that also includes pop star Cyndi Lauper the rock duo the White Stripes and grunge masters Soundgarden the first female rap act to achieve gold and platinum status and the late singer-songwriter Warren Zevon will get the Musical Influence Award pianist Nicky Hopkins and bassist Carol Kaye will each get the Musical Excellence Award who sang at Woodstock and was best known for his cover of The Beatles’ With a Little Help From My Friends a member of Elvis Costello & The Attractions who argued that Cocker is "about as rock and roll as it gets" Soundgarden — with the late Chris Cornell as singer — get into the Hall on their third nomination They follow two other grunge acts in the Hall — Nirvana and Pearl Jam Bad Company get in having become radio fixtures with such arena-rock staples as Feel Like Makin’ Love Can’t Get Enough and Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy The Ahmet Ertegun Award — given to nonperforming industry professionals who had a major influence on music — will go to Lenny Waronker Some nominees that didn't get in this year included Mariah Carey and subsequent Let’s Twist Again are considered among the most popular songs in the history of rock 'n' roll The 83-year-old has expressed frustration that he hadn't been granted entry before including telling the AP in 2014: "I don’t want to get in there when I’m 85 years old so you better do it quick while I’m still smiling." Lauper rose to fame in the 1980s with hits such as Time After Time and Girls Just Want To Have Fun and went on to win a Tony Award for Kinky Boots have six Grammys and a reputation for pushing the boundaries of hip-hop The White Stripes — made up of Jack White and Meg White — were indie darlings in the early 2000s with such songs as Seven Nation Army Artists must have released their first commercial recording at least 25 years before they’re eligible for induction The induction ceremony will take place in Los Angeles this fall Nominees were voted on by more than 1200 artists historians and music industry professionals The selection criteria include "an artist’s impact on other musicians the scope and longevity of their career and body of work as well as their innovation and excellence in style and technique" Dave Matthews Band and singer-guitarist Peter Frampton were inducted Lorde has dropped her new single What Was That after weeks of cryptic posts and teases that set fans buzzing It's the lead single from her upcoming fourth album and her first original solo release since 2021's Solar Power which is three minutes and 28 seconds in length Some fans had been lucky enough to hear the track in full earlier this week. On Wednesday, Lorde posted a picture of Washington Square Park yesterday with the caption "tonight 7pm". Fans flooded the park an hour before she was supposed to appear, with photos shared of eager fans scaling trees to catch a glimpse of the singer. Shortly before she was to perform, the Royals singer took to social media to tell fans police had shut the event down. "Omg @thepark the cops are shutting us down," the message read. "I am truly amazed by how many of you showed !!! "But they’re telling me you gotta disperse ... I’m so sorry." However, the pop-up event ended up going ahead after all, with fans who stayed getting their first full airing of Lorde's new single. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lorde (@lorde) Lorde, real name Ella Yelich O'Connor, announced the single last week sharing a headshot-style photo of her wearing a red shirt with a dripping wet face Earlier this month, she dropped a 15-second snippet of the unreleased song. In the video posted to TikTok on April 10, Lorde was seen wearing a white shirt and jeans while walking through New York City. "Since I was 17, I gave you everything/Now we wake from a dream, well baby, what was that? What was that?” she sings over a synth beat. It was the first sign of a follow up to Lorde's previous album, 2021's Solar Power. Her other albums were 2013's Pure Heroine and 2017's Melodrama. Last year, she collaborated with British singer Charli XCX on a remix of Girl, so confusing — on a re-release of the Grammy award-winning Brat. Play Duration: 2 minutes 31 seconds2m 31sBrought to you by Golden Grove small business, Aroma Pizza House was pranked to produce $600 worth of pizza. Manager, Ella Bonner explained, "When we went to send the deliveries, we asked for the payment. They didn't answer". So, the boss decided to give back to the community with a heartwarming gesture to a Glandore charity. 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