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Former disability accommodation site Highgate Park in Fullarton has been sold to two leading national healthcare and retirement providers for $42 million.

Nominations are now open for the 2024 South Australian Volunteer Awards, the state’s most prestigious awards for volunteers.

Nominations for the 7News Young Achiever Awards 2024 are open and the search for outstanding young people in South Australia is on.

Young people in Port Augusta and surrounds are being diverted from antisocial activities and encouraged to take part in community-based recreation activities as part of the new Assertive Outreach Youth Response, coordinated by the Department of Human Services (DHS).

DHS recently invited the community to share their ideas on the key issues affecting young people as we develop South Australia’s Youth Action Plan 2024-2027. Consultation has now concluded and we thank everyone who took the time to share their views.

DHS is leading a review of the Carers Recognition Act, including a comprehensive consultation process. The public consultation process closes this Friday 15 December, so don’t miss your last chance to provide feedback.

Hundreds of volunteers across the state have been acknowledged for their selfless efforts, as part of the State Government’s volunteer recognition program.

Senior Speech Pathologist Melissa Saliba recently appeared on the Speech Pathology Australia podcast Speak Up to discuss the vital work they do in helping young people understand and be understood.