Departmental media releases

A new shelter, digital screen and critical security features will be installed in a $2 million upgrade of Marino Railway Station, boosting passenger safety and comfort.

Innovative safety screens to provide greater protection for Adelaide’s bus drivers will be rolled out in half the time previously anticipated, with the State Government moving to fast-track the important initiative.

The state government is taking action to tackle obesity by becoming the first state to ban junk food advertising on public buses, trains and trams.

An increased focus on road safety education headlines a refreshed South Australia’s Road Safety Action Plan.

South Australians are being urged to plan ahead this New Year’s Eve and utilise free public transport services which will be running all night to get those celebrating to and from home safely.

A temporary full closure of the Outer Harbor, Port Dock and Grange rail lines will be in place in early January 2025 to safely allow track maintenance, signalling works and a level crossing upgrade.

Whipper snippers, musical instruments, suitcases and prams were among a staggering 14,000 items left on public transport this year.

Building work on the refit of Heysen Tunnels has been completed on schedule, with new systems and equipment now in place ahead of final testing, marking the end of ongoing traffic restrictions.

Upgrades on four key highways in South Australia will be completed just in time for Christmas, helping keep holiday-makers safe on the road.

Easier and safer access to the Hindmarsh sporting, entertainment and recreational precinct has been delivered, with the completion of the upgraded Manton Street and Adam Street junction.