For people trying to climb onto the property ladder, the recent growth in residential property prices is creating unwelcome challenges. HomeStart is a South Australian Government organisation that provides home loans for South Australians. The aim is to help more South Australians into home ownership through a range of low deposit loans, shared equity and other measures for people including graduates, seniors and low-income earners. Tune in to hear finance expert, John Oliver, discuss how HomeSt...
Aug 24, 2021•26 min•Ep. 191
The defence industry is one of the fastest growing industries in South Australia, yet there are still misconceptions about what a career in the defence sector really looks like. The career opportunities in South Australia’s defence industry are wide-ranging and enabled people to stay in the state to pursue their dreams. Join Defence SA's Chief Executive, Richard Price and BAE Systems Maritime Australia Digital Specialist, Kyal Tripodi, as they discuss the career opportunities available and the m...
Aug 17, 2021•22 min•Ep. 190
The Aboriginal Art and Cultures Centre (ACCC), which will be located at Lot Fourteen, has now entered the state's planning approval process. Join Di Dixon, State Project Lead for Lot Fourteen, and Uncle David Rathman, AM, Aboriginal Ambassador for the Aboriginal Art and Cultures Centre, as they discuss the vision for the ACCC and what it will mean for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Aug 10, 2021•25 min•Ep. 189
South Australians can help shape the development of a new 10-year Road Safety Strategy to reduce lives lost and serious injuries on our roads, with the launch of community consultation. The State Government is developing a new Road Safety Strategy to guide safety decisions and investment up to 2031. Tune in to this week's episode to hear from Sarah Clark, from Department for Infrastructure and Transport, Director Road Safety and Policy Research and Bob Gray, SAPOL Superintendent Officer in Charg...
Aug 05, 2021•27 min•Ep. 188
To support businesses during the week-long lockdown in late July, 2021, the South Australian Government launched a new $100 million Business Support Package. In this episode of Our State segment, Small Business Commissioner John Chapman provides a breakdown of the State Government’s major financial assistance package for businesses, including the new $3,000 emergency cash grants, and provide an overview of the financial support available through the Australian Government.
Jul 26, 2021•22 min•Ep. 187
The South Australian Government is implementing further reforms to strengthen the state’s skills system under the new South Australian Skills Act (SAS Act), making it more flexible and easier to navigate for everyone involved. The changes under the new SAS Act are intended to fairly balance apprenticeship and traineeship obligations for all parties, while also creating a system where more apprentices and trainees develop skills for future jobs. Together with new Regulations and Standards – the S...
Jul 23, 2021•21 min•Ep. 186
The South Australian Government has asked the SA Productivity Commission to undertake an inquiry and make recommendations to modernise SA’s regulatory framework to better support investment, employment and productivity growth. As part of the inquiry, businesses are asked to complete a survey that will help the Commission to better understand and appreciate the impacts of SA Government regulation on how businesses operate (or want to operate) here in SA. Hear from Dr Butlin, Chair of the South Au...
Jul 13, 2021•24 min•Ep. 185
Illuminate Adelaide - a new major annual winter event - will take over Adelaide’s city streets, laneways and buildings and celebrating innovation, music, art, technology and light from 16 July to 1 August 2021. Hear from co-founders and creative directors of Illuminate Adelaide Rachael Azzopardi and Lee Cumberlidge as they discuss the event program - from world premieres to immersive experiences. Illuminate Adelaide is proudly supported by the South Australian Government through the South Austra...
Jul 06, 2021•21 min•Ep. 184
South Australians love their sport! The South Australian Government has recently contributed the biggest ever investment in grassroots sport in the state’s history. $20.6 million in funding is now available to SA sporting clubs and organisations through the Infrastructure Projects 2021-22 grant programs, consisting of: o Community Recreation and Sport Facilities Program 2021-22 ($5.6 million) o Grassroots Facilities Program Round 2 ($10 million) o Regional and Districts Facilities Program Round ...
Jun 30, 2021•21 min•Ep. 183
The South Australian Government has committed $23.6 million over two years for an additional 114 Protective Security Officer to help alleviate some of the resourcing pressure from the significantly stretched SA Police workforce, as they respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hear from SAPOL Director of Human Resource Services, Kim Summers and Acting Senior Sergeant Peter Crouch, as they discuss how you can join SAPOL as a Protective Security Office and the roles and responsibilities required....
Jun 21, 2021•24 min•Ep. 182
The 2021 AdvanceAg conference will take place in Adelaide on the 23 July 2021. It is one of the biggest AgTech events in Australia and aims to give primary producers insight into the practical application and on farm benefits of agricultural technology. Join primary producers Oli Madgett and Penny Schulz as they discuss the upcoming conference and how they are using and adopting agricultural technology on their own farms. For more information about the AdvanceAg conference, visit: www.advanceags...
Jun 08, 2021•23 min•Ep. 181
Tonsley Innovation District has been designed to unite progressive individuals, businesses and researchers looking to collaborate, test, build and grow in a flexible and supportive environment. Built on the site of the former Mitsubishi car manufacturing plant, which was itself a cornerstone of South Australia’s manufacturing industry, Tonsley has since become a sustainable economic base for future industries. Now home to leading-edge research and education institutions, established businesses a...
Jun 02, 2021•25 min•Ep. 180
Adelaide's Lot Fourteen is home of the Australian Space Agency and the Australian Space Discovery Centre. The Discovery Centre opened earlier in May and is an interactive space facility where the community can learn more about Australia's connection to space. Listen to Enrico Palermo, Head of the Australian Space Agency as he discusses the new public space and the Australian Space Agency's purpose to transform and grow a globally respected space industry right here in SA....
May 25, 2021•24 min•Ep. 179
Fruit fly is a pest that destroys fruit and fruiting vegetables in commercial crops and home gardens. It is one of the world’s worst fruit pests. Listen to Department of Primary Industries and Regions, Nathan Rhodes and Nick Secomb, as they discuss the current fruit fly outbreaks impacting over 300 Adelaide suburbs and some of the Riverland. Fruit fly is not established in South Australia. This means people with fruit trees can be confident their fruit won’t normally have maggots in it, and it m...
May 17, 2021•27 min•Ep. 178
Join Artlab Australia Director, Andrew Durham on 5AA Our State as he discusses the expert services his team provides in preserving and conserving our state’s cultural collections within The Art Gallery of SA, SA Museum and State Library to name a few. Artlab also runs public Consultation Days, where the public can bring along their own prized artworks, historical items and family treasures to be assessed for free by the team’s skilled conservators. For more information visit www.artlabaustralia....
May 10, 2021•23 min•Ep. 177
Launched on April 12, 2021, the Veterans SA Mentor Program is an inaugural pilot designed to connect members of the veteran community to leaders and professionals across the wider South Australian community. The purpose of the program is to improve the skills, professional development and self-awareness of a specific group of the veteran population with the aim to enhance their experience and prospects as they transition out of their military careers. Join Veterans SA Director Catherine Walsh an...
May 03, 2021•25 min•Ep. 176
Join Mike Williams, Executive Director of National Parks and Wildlife Service as he discusses all the great things that are happening in South Australia's national parks. South Australia’s national parks are wonderful places to visit and they’re set to get even better. National Parks and Wildlife Service is building new experiences, improvements and facilities across the state including world-class fossil and mountain-biking experiences, new multi-day walks, trails, roads, campgrounds, kayak lau...
Apr 19, 2021•26 min•Ep. 175
Have you ever wondered what’s stored beyond the five floors of the South Australian Museum? In a new landmark exhibition opening on Saturday 10 April, Wonders from the South Australian Museum , visitors will get the rare opportunity to explore objects from the Museum’s vast collections – many of which have never been on public display before. Join Guest Curator, Nat Williams and Head of Public Engagement, Justine van Mourik as they discuss the exhibition and the comprehensive program of special ...
Apr 12, 2021•27 min•Ep. 174
Public Libraries are not just about books anymore! South Australia’s public libraries are for all South Australians and are the heart of our local communities. Tune in to 5AA Our State to find out more about the role of libraries and the resources they provide for the community - from access to books and digital literacy, government services, computers, WIFI and community programs. Annually SA public libraries welcome around 10 million visitors at over 130 locations across the State....
Mar 30, 2021•24 min•Ep. 173
Join his Excellency, the Honourable Hieu Van Le AC, Governor of South Australia as he discusses this year's finalists and winners of The Governor’s Multicultural Awards. The awards recognise and celebrate outstanding South Australians - such as winners Hussain Razaiat and Grandparents For Grandchildren, who promote multiculturalism and increase understanding of the benefits of cultural diversity in our community.
Mar 22, 2021•29 min•Ep. 172
Join SA Health's Dr Michael Cusack and Dr Emily Kirkpatrick as they discuss South Australia's COVID-19 vaccine rollout and what we all need to do to protect ourselves and the community. The COVID-19 vaccines being used in Australia are safe, effective and have been approved by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). COVID-19 vaccinations reduce the community’s risk of COVID-19 outbreaks and will help to reduce symptoms and side effects of COVID-19. For more informatio...
Mar 17, 2021•10 min•Ep. 171
The South Australian Government is committed to reducing single-use plastics in South Australia. Following on from the ban on single-use plastic bags in 2009, on March 1, 2020 a new ban on single-use plastics like plastic straws, plastic cutlery and plastic stirrers came into effect. It’s a positive step towards avoiding waste and reducing the harm caused to our wildlife, including marine life, through litter and pollution. South Australia's Single Use and Other Plastic Products (Waste Avoidance...
Mar 03, 2021•24 min•Ep. 170
The 2021 Adelaide Fringe is here! With close to 900 venues and over 21,000 individual performances across 13 genres and 392 venues, there is something for everyone to enjoy at this year's Fringe. Join Adelaide Fringe Director and CEO, Heather Croall as she discusses the hottest shows and the innovative and creative ways artists and venues have had to adapt to the current COVID-19 climate.
Feb 22, 2021•26 min•Ep. 169
Lot Fourteen is transforming the old Royal Adelaide Hospital site into a collaborative precinct that is accelerating the state’s innovation, entrepreneurship, research, education, culture and tourism. Between now and 2028, capital and operational expenditure in Lot Fourteen will generate $3.5 billion in economic activity for South Australia. Join Lot Fourteen's State Project Lead, Diane Dixon as she discusses what's coming next for this innovative precinct.
Feb 16, 2021•23 min•Ep. 168
The number of electric vehicles on our roads are set to increase exponentially in the next decade. Projections show that up to 50 percent of vehicles on South Australian roads could be electric by 2035. As part of its Electric Vehicle Action Plan released in December 2020, the South Australian Government is investing $13.4M to deliver a public statewide electric vehicle charging network. With stage 1 construction due to commence in 2021, the government is calling on commercial property owners an...
Feb 08, 2021•25 min•Ep. 167
Fruit fly is a specific type of fly that destroys fruit and fruiting vegetables in commercial crops and home gardens. It is one of the world’s worst fruit pests and it's currently impacting on many Adelaide suburbs and parts of the Riverland. Join the Department of Primary Industries and Regions SA's Nathan Rhodes and Nick Secomb as they discuss what’s happening right now in Adelaide and how you can take action to help protect South Australia from fruit fly. #FruitFly #Adelaide #Riverland...
Feb 03, 2021•24 min•Ep. 166
With our borders closed, our agriculture, tourism and hospitality industries are calling on workers to register as pickers, packers, waiters and tour guides to help keep our supply chains flowing, and our tourism across the regions thriving. Real Work, Real Experience is an initiative of the South Australian Government to support the uptake of seasonal and regional jobs in South Australia. Join Peta Crewe, Regional Co-ordinator Department of Primary Industries and Regions and Jordan Brooke-Barne...
Jan 27, 2021•25 min•Ep. 165
Join Alex Zimmerman and Rob Manton, the State Government’s Local Recovery Coordinators, as they discuss the progress of the ongoing recovery effort in the Adelaide Hills and Kangaroo Island following the devastating 2019/20 bushfires. Learn more about the locally-led approaches that are driving the repair of properties, restoring the economy and the environment and establishing bushfire resilience projects.
Jan 19, 2021•24 min•Ep. 164
Join Dr Emily Kirkpatrick, SA Health's Deputy Chief Public Health Officer, as she discusses and answers questions about the new COVID SAfe Check-in, designed to enhance contact tracing and keep our community COVID safe. The purpose of the app is to allow SA Health to quickly contact others who may have been exposed to the virus, if someone in South Australia tests positive to COVID-19. Businesses with a COVID Safe Plan should display the QR code reader in a prominent location within the business...
Dec 06, 2020•26 min•Ep. 163
Staying bushfire safe is a shared responsibility – and we all have a role to play. Join the South Australian Country Fire Service, Assistant Chief Officer, Brett Loughlin as he discusses the simple steps people can take to be bushfire ready, including why a bushfire plan is so important and his outlook on conditions and risks ahead for the 2020 / 21 bushfire season.
Nov 29, 2020•25 min•Ep. 162
