Circus Rio, which was closed after two major accidents in four days, has been reopened but with significant restrictions. The Advertiser on Tuesday revealed how SafeWork SA inspectors had slapped ...

The stunt motorcycle rider — named by Circus Rio as Bentang Sejarah, 27, a subcontracted Aussie FMX rider — suffered serious facial injuries in a workplace accident at the venue at about 1pm.

The twin sister of an aerialist who dislocated both elbows after a shocking 8.5-metre fall says risking life is the price they pay to live out their dream of circus performing.

It’s understood there was no safety net below Ms Souza as she fell. The acclaimed Rio Circus at Wigley Reserve in the Adelaide suburb of Gleneg draws its inspiration from Brazil’s famous Carnival.

Circus Rio motorcyclist Bentang Sejarah, injured performing a stunt, says his helmet saved his life. The 27-year-old broke his back in three places and cracked several ribs.