AAP General News (Australia)
08-27-2001
SA: Main Stories in today's Adelaide Advertiser
ADELAIDE, Aug 27 AAP - The main stories in today's Adelaide Advertiser:
Page 1 - Proposed changes to the SA Education Act to recognise home schooling.
Page 2 - Talks today to focus on funding options for Port Pirie magnesium smelter.
Page 3 - Prime Minister John Howard asks the tax office to conduct a full audit of
the Liberal Party's Queensland division.
World - Israeli warplanes attack Palestinian security posts in the Gaza Strip and the
West Bank (Gaza). US rhythm and blues singer Aaliyah killed in a plane crash in the Bahamas
(Marsh Harbour, Bahamas).
Finance - Profit growth in Australia declines in line with that of US companies. Beston
Wine Industry Trust to raise $12 million to expand its winery and vineyard portfolio.
Commonwealth Bank boss says bad and doubtful debts will grow as more companies struggle
in tougher economic times.
Sport - Shane Warne grabs his 400th Test wicket as Australia continues to dominate
England in fifth Ashes Test (London). Adelaide and Port Adelaide to play in the AFL finals
this year. Ford driver Paul Radisich wins Queensland 500 after rain stops the race short
of full distance.
AAP tjd/cjh
KEYWORD: FRONTERS SA
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