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SA Karenia mikimotoi algal bloom update
The South Australian Government met with relevant state and federal agencies and affected councils regarding the ongoing microalgae bloom, Karenia mikimotoi on Wednesday 9 April. Read more about SA Karenia mikimotoi algal bloom update.

Penalty for serious environmental harm in Adelaide Hills
A business and its sole director have been convicted and fined $340,000 for intentionally causing serious environmental harm in the Adelaide Hills. Read more about Penalty for serious environmental harm in Adelaide Hills.

Microalgae bloom on the Fleurieu Peninsula identified
The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has received results identifying the species Karenia mikimotoi (Kar-een-ia mickey-mow-toy) as the cause of the microalgae bloom on the Fleurieu Peninsula. Read more about Microalgae bloom on the Fleurieu Peninsula identified.

Media statement on dead fish being found at Waitpinga and Parsons beaches
The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is aware that dead fish have been found at Waitpinga and Parsons beaches and surfers have reported suffering from health symptoms such as itchy eyes and blurred/misty vision and coughing and breathing difficulties. Read more about Media statement on dead fish being found at Waitpinga and Parsons beaches.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025 - Executive Staff Profile
This week the EPA is marking International Day of Women and Girls in Science on 11 February by acknowledging some of the EPA's #womeninscience. Read more about International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025 - Executive Staff Profile.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025 - Staff Profile
This week the EPA is marking International Day of Women and Girls in Science on 11 February by acknowledging some of the EPA's #womeninscience. Read more about International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025 - Staff Profile.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025 - Staff Profile
This week the EPA is marking International Day of Women and Girls in Science on 11 February by acknowledging some of the EPA's #womeninscience. Read more about International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025 - Staff Profile.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025 - Staff Profile
This week the EPA is marking International Day of Women and Girls in Science on 11 February by acknowledging some of the EPA's #womeninscience. Read more about International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025 - Staff Profile.

Ten years since SA banned commercial solariums
This year marks a decade since commercial solariums were banned in SA, alongside most Australian states and territories. Read more about Ten years since SA banned commercial solariums.