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Pensioner gets 30 years for double murder over garden hose dispute |
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By Bianca Iovino |
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A Melbourne man who shot and killed two of his neighbours over a water hose dispute has been sentenced to 30 years in prison. Rodney John Lee appeared via video link from the prison for his sentencing and was seen sleeping through parts of the hearing.
His neighbours have recounted run-ins with the wheelchair-bound 74-year-old, alleging he had previous encounters with police and had been banned by local establishments for his aggressive behaviour. |
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Ex-boyfriend jailed for murdering aged care worker |
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By Bianca Iovino |
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Ex-boyfriend of aged care worker Jasmeen Kaur has been sentenced to 22 years in prison by the Adelaide Supreme Court.
The court heard Tarikjot Singh had abducted Ms Kaur after her shift at an aged care home and buried her alive in South Australia's Flinders Ranges. |
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PRESS RELEASE |
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New policy to address elder abuse in SA |
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By HelloCare |
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The new Statewide policy prioritises older citizens and focuses on the current conditions leading to abuse and the mistreatment of older people In South Australia. The policy was created with the aim of tackling ageism and to safeguard the rights of older people and allow them to make a meaningful contribution to society. |
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HEALTH & CARE |
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Pets prompt communication for older people with aphasia |
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By HelloCare |
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New research from University of South Australia has found that pets have the ability to improve communication skills among people living with aphasia. The research is said to make way for further study in speech pathology and pets. |
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HUMAN INTEREST |
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From business man to bus drive: A "positive" career change |
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By Bianca Iovino |
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Former corporate employee Colin Cooper put his hand up to fill up the role of a bus driver to help support the community at Ryman Healthcare's Deborah Cheetham Retirement Village in Ocean Grove. |
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