Sharon Gordon's Tough Regional Issues

0:00In Adelaide, it's March 5th, here's what is happening. Sharon Gordon works as a production and distribution coordinator and designer for ABC Regional and Local. She joined the ABC in 2017, bringing experience from television and post-production in Brisbane, Sydney, and the United Kingdom. Her stories tackle tough regional issues from entertainment to social services. Her newest piece, published just 25 minutes ago, explores the future of Australian rodeo. It dives into ethical debates and modern twists, like only fans, as traditions face pushback in a changing country. Child safety experts are raising alarms over one of her recent reports on a 13-year-old girl sexually assaulted and pregnant while in state. Care. The case spotlights risks in residential systems, with families and advocates calling for urgent fixes. Meanwhile, Gordon covers environmental threats, like a single red-whiskered bubble landing on South Australia's most wanted list as an invasive pest.

1:01That could harm crops and wildlife. She also uncover scams, including the story of con man Steve Cubus, whose fraud-left friends and financial ruin. On going investigations reveal flaws and court transcripts, frustrating lawyers, AI errors in regional newsrooms, worrying staff, and scorching ocean heat. Hitting Australia hard, her work highlights everyday struggles and sparks wider conversations on reform. This episode is brought to you by our sponsor. See the episode description, your pillow, your podcast, your moment, made for listening in bed, S-O-L-I,