Departmental media releases

Eight newly designed wildlife warning signs have been installed across six locations on Kangaroo Island in a bid to curb roadkill and improve road safety.

Public transport users and locals are being encouraged to have their say on plans for the expanded Crafers Park ‘n’ Ride.

The state budget will see the South Australian Government increase road maintenance funding to Kangaroo Island Council by a further $1.5 million per annum (indexed), to help improve and maintain roads across the popular tourist destination.

The construction of two new overtaking lanes is the latest step in the Horrocks Highway upgrade project, delivering safer journeys along the key freight route.

Work to upgrade two Augusta Highway junctions south of Crystal Brook in South Australia’s mid-north will begin in early June 2023, as part of a program of upgrades to improve safety, connectivity and freight efficiency along the highway.

The Joy Baluch AM Bridge in Port Augusta is now operating in its fully duplicated configuration, with traffic flowing on dual lanes in each direction.

Floodway upgrades along Kempe Road and Anne Beadell Highway, near Coober Pedy in the state’s Far North, have gotten underway to improve the resilience of the roads and keep outback townships connected during future flooding events.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Purnong Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 14 June (weather permitting).

Tap and pay convenience will be available to all commuters across Adelaide’s entire public transport network, with new smart validators to be installed on all Adelaide Metro train services – completing the rollout that began with trams and buses.

The State Government is continuing to progress its commitment to transition to a zero-emission public transport system, with contracts awarded to determine the best technology solutions for bus and train services.