Beachside traders who have battled through a cold winter and the cost-of-living crisis are gearing up for a bumper few days with a spurt of unseasonably warm weather forecast. It will be a welcome boost for businesses doing it tough. Gertie Spurling #7NEWS

The state opposition leader has been forced to rule out a proposal to charge emergency department patients who are not admitted. The controversial ramping fix was put forward by a senior Liberal MP. Gertie Spurling #saparli #7NEWS

Destructive winds are hammering southern parts of SA. Showground organisers there are keeping a close eye on the forecast. Gertie Spurling #7NEWS

.Gertie Spurling has the latest 7-day weather forecast from Wayville. Send your weather videos and photos to 7NEWS Adelaide: m.me/7NEWSAdelaide #7NEWS

Frightening vision has been released of the moment two armed thugs stormed a hotel at Gawler. One of the suspects was wielding a firearm. Gertie Spurling #7NEWS

Today's SANFL grand final was a battle for the ages - the underdogs Glenelg claiming a five-point victory against the Redlegs in a nail-biting thriller to win back-to-back premierships. The second that siren sounded, Tigers fans roared. It is the first time in 42 years the fierce

South Australians planning a Boxing Day barbeque may be forced to change their plans. It is going to be even hotter than we thought. Gertie Spurling #7NEWS

EXCLUSIVE details of another jobs’ blow for Whyalla. Broken promises, expired deadlines and claims the steelworks is a “house of cards”. The government’s tolerance is “zero” 7NEWS Adelaide 6pm

DEVELOPING: South Australia is facing another dangerous bushfire day with searing heat and strong winds forecast for tomorrow. #7NEWS

Punters have already been given a sneak peek but the Adelaide Fringe festival is officially underway. The East End is a hive of activity. @gertiespurling7 #7NEWS

A controversial musical comedy inspired by Olympic breakdancer Raygun is about to make its world debut at the Adelaide Fringe. The show was shut down days before its premiere in Sydney. Gertie Spurling #7NEWS

The state’s extreme heat is taking a toll with emergency crews racing to Adelaide Oval after a woman participating in a roof climb tour collapsed from heat stroke. #7NEWS

DEVELOPING: Fire crews are battling multiple scrub fires across the state in dangerous conditions. A blaze at Buchfelde near Gawler has had residents on edge. Gertie Spurling #7NEWS

There has been a mammoth setback for Monarto Safari Park’s new elephant herd. The arrival of two Asian elephants from Taronga Zoo has been delayed. Gertie Spurling #7NEWS

Just a week out from Gather Round, Adelaide’s CBD is bracing for a mammoth influx of interstate visitors. Gertie Spurling #7NEWS

Adelaide Oval is set for another blockbuster between two powerhouse clubs. North Adelaide is heaving with Collingwood supporters while it is a record-breaking night for tourism operators. @mark_soda @gertiespurling7 @ameliamulcahy7 #7NENWS

The Barossa is the toast of the football world with Gather Round making a stunning debut in the heart of wine country. More than 10,000 fans were at Lyndoch. Jasmin Teurlings Michaela Komarek Gertie Spurling #7NEWS

The first, full Easter long weekend forecast is in and we can finally expect a break from this blast of autumn heat. Cooler conditions will be a welcome change. Gertie Spurling #7NEWS

DEVELOPING: There is a bushfire burning at Lenswood amid fears of worsening winds as a major storm barrels towards the state. Authorities are expecting dangerous high tides as well. youtu.be/1Z05XifuEAA Gertie Spurling #7NEWS

In an extraordinary escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, the United States has bombed three nuclear sites in Iran joining the fight on the side of Israel, insisting it was to prevent the Islamic state from obtaining nuclear weapons. Mylee Hogan #7NEWS