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Tram Grade Separation Projects

We are removing three level crossings where the Glenelg tram line crosses:

  • Marion Road and Cross Road, Plympton
  • Morphett Road, Morphettville.

Removing the level crossings will:

  • make journeys safer and more reliable for everyone
  • improve safety for local residents, motorists, pedestrians, cyclists and tram drivers
  • provide new, safer and more accessible tram stops with improved pedestrian access
  • improve connection and sense of community between the suburbs either side of the tram line
  • elevate the Mike Turtur bikeway as a shared use path alongside the tram line
  • create new community open space under the overpasses for locals to enjoy.

We are also rebuilding the South Road Tram Overpass to accommodate the River Torrens to Darlington Project (T2D) lowered motorway.

The Tram Grade Separation Projects Alliance (TGSPA) will deliver these projects together with the Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT).

Along with DIT the TGSPA includes:

  • McConnell Dowell
  • CPB Contractors
  • Arup
  • Mott MacDonald
  • sub-Alliance partner Aurecon.

The Australian and South Australian Governments are jointly funding the Tram Grade Separation Projects.

Tram line temporary closure

To fast-track construction and reduce its impact on residents, businesses, and road and public transport users, we will temporarily close the Glenelg tram line.

We have worked hard to co-ordinate activities so that we can complete the major projects during the closure period.

The tram line closure will start in the second half of 2025. We will have the tram line ready for testing and commissioning late 2025. Services are scheduled to resume late January 2026 in time for the return of school.

We will run substitute buses between South Terrace and Glenelg during this time.

More information will be available before the temporary closure.

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