
Tom Johnson
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Media team at @tourdownunder | Former reporter at @7NewsAdelaide and @7tasnews
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08-07-2013 05:06:06
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Tradies have staged a dramatic rescue after a truck driver rolled his rig at a new housing site at Mount Barker. He was at risk of being crushed to death when excavators were commandeered to avoid disaster. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

An impressive reconstruction effort is finally complete with the old Urrbrae gatehouse opened at its new home on nearby Claremont Avenue. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

Adelaide's largest jigsaw puzzle is now complete with the controversial Urrbrae gatehouse completely rebuilt in a new location. Years of painstaking work have saved the local landmark from ruin following passionate protests. youtu.be/RYQ8DYxJG88 Tom Johnson #7NEWS


Monster trucks are gearing up for a destruction derby at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre. This year, a husband and wife team will be behind the wheel of the supercharged machines. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

7NEWS has a first look at the final design of Adelaide’s new headquarters. The $100 million facility at Thebarton Oval will feature dining options, a member's lounge and for the die-hard fans, there is even a dedicated Crows museum. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

A horse walks into a bar: Meet Pip the retired racehorse who has become a local legend at a popular North Adelaide pub. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

EXCLUSIVE: We have all heard jokes about a horse that walks into a bar - but here is the real thing. You are about to meet Pip, a retired racehorse who has become a local celebrity after making an Adelaide watering hole his own. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

EXCLUSIVE: South Australians can expect overseas orders to land at their doorsteps faster than ever. A new sorting hub can handle four times as many parcels which can now arrive from Europe in as little as three days. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

South Aussie Japanese pancake lovers have lined up for more than an hour to taste their favourite sweet treat one last time. After nearly two decades, Obun Chef is closing its doors to make way for the Adelaide Central Market's redevelopment. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

The Adelaide Central Market re-development and higher rent prices have forced a popular sweet treat maker to throw in the towel. Loyal customers have queued for more than an hour for one final taste. youtu.be/n2GtM0ueGUM Tom Johnson #7NEWS


One of South Australia's most renowned training grounds for champion horses is entering a new era. Lindsay Park, made famous by trainer Colin Hayes is taking on a fresh team with grand plans. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

The US Navy is taking South Australians on board its huge floating toolshed designed for fixing submarines out at sea. The mission is to upskill local sailors as AUKUS comes into play. Tom Johnson #auspol #7NEWS

The Adelaide Thunderbirds are go ahead of Saturday's Super Netball grand final with all 9,000 tickets now sold. Hallett Cove school kids have had a glimpse of what is at stake alongside champion players. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

Some of the last tickets to Saturday’s Super Netball decider are being snapped up. The Adelaide Thunderbirds' grand final is now sold out but tickets have been set aside for fans in Rundle Mall. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

The celebrations are rolling on for our champion netballers. The Adelaide Thunderbirds are toasting back-to-back titles in style. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

Fog is still lingering at Grange after blanketing Adelaide this morning - what is the view like at your place? Tom Johnson #7NEWS

South Australians have peered through a pea souper with dense fog blanketing parts of the state. It impacted flights, the morning commute and unusually covered the coast all day. youtu.be/nefW7pTk0MQ Tom Johnson #7NEWS


EXCLUSIVE: 7NEWS has obtained video of a driver's miraculous escape after a heart-stopping near miss outside a Kidman Park school. A heavy gate that was not properly secured smashed through the woman's windscreen, landing just millimetres from her head. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

SA footy legends Erin and Greg Phillips are preparing for a sentimental Father's Day weekend. They will be watching the AFLW’s first showdown at Alberton and reflecting on a lifetime of memories. Tom Johnson #7NEWS

There is some relief for parents with the cost of showbags largely staying put at this year's Royal Adelaide Show. Dozens of lucky kids have had the chance to road-test what is on offer before gates open in just over a fortnight. Tom Johnson #7NEWS