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Bulletins — 2026-07-18
News
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First up, a significant concern for thousands of South Australian renters as the National Rental Affordability Scheme draws to a close. Vulnerable and elderly residents may face decade-long waitlists for social housing, putting immense pressure on those in need.
In another story, a former secretary of billionaire Judith Neilson has been denied bail over allegations of a one point six million dollar shopping spree using her employer's credit cards.
Meanwhile, local pub owner Mitch Crum has shared his unsettling experience removing poker machines from his establishment, stating the process made him feel like a criminal, despite his good intentions.
In other news, police in New South Wales have charged nine individuals with over thirty online child abuse offences during a recent operation.
That’s the local news you need to know for now, stay tuned for more stories you care about here on Hills Radio.
Sport
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In local sports, South Australia's Lucas Herbert has stunned the golfing world by taking the lead at The Open, posting an incredible round with six birdies on his first nine holes, achieving a share of the lowest round in major golf history. Meanwhile, excitement is brewing for the Commonwealth Games as Australia's track and field emerging stars look forward to making their mark in Glasgow, highlighting the growing divide with the established swimming champions.
In cricket news, we mourn the passing of legendary all-rounder Sir Garfield Sobers at the age of eighty-nine. Sir Donald Bradman famously regarded him as the greatest cricketer he ever saw.
And in a more controversial turn, US golfer Bryson DeChambeau faced a two-shot penalty at The Open, leading to reports he may withdraw from the next round.
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