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One of the largest cranes in South Australia has lifted into place 12 super-T beams to support the new bridge at Aldinga - part of the new Aldinga Interchange, a key feature of the Main South Road stage 2 duplication project.

Learner drivers have overwhelmingly embraced the new online Hazard Perception Test with 90 per cent of users now choosing the digital assessment over the in-centre version, a major show of support for the new test which is now mandatory statewide.

Work is nearing completion on the installation of a new Active Pedestrian Crossing on the Outer Harbor Line at Jane Street, West Croydon, with the completed crossing to improve user access and safety.

The Southern Ports Highway on the Limestone Coast is the latest South Australian road to benefit from funding under a $168 million investment from the Road Safety Program.

A new campaign launching today is urging South Australians to buy the safest car in their budget to reduce lives lost and serious injuries on our roads.

The State Government will trial a quiet hour initiative in Service SA centres, aiming to remove barriers experienced by Autistic people and autism communities when navigating government services.

The Disability Parking Permit (DPP) scheme is proposed to expand for the first time in more than 25 years to improve accessibility for more South Australians, including covering cognitive, behavioural and neurological conditions such as autism.

From 1 December, all drivers of ultra high powered vehicles must hold a U class licence to drive on South Australian roads.

The State Government will introduce significant changes to South Australia’s heavy vehicle licencing system following a community-driven petition calling for stricter licensing requirements for drivers.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Tailem Bend ferry service from 9:30am to 4pm on Tuesday, 3 December.

A notorious intersection in Adelaide’s northern suburbs will be fixed, thanks to a partnership between the Australian and South Australian governments.

A win for the state’s grain export industry today with the State Government officially opening the landmark Port of Narungga, a new port with the capacity to process up to half a million tonnes of grain annually.

Free bus services and dedicated volunteers will be on hand to help thousands of school leavers celebrate this weekend’s Schoolies Festival safely and responsibly.

Novice drivers will soon earn up to 10 bonus hours towards their required training if they train with a registered Motor Driving Instructor, improving the skills and knowledge of future drivers by adding the incentive of gaining professional tuition from the driver training industry.

Legislation that will allow for e-scooters to be used on public roads and paths in South Australia has passed state parliament.

An exclusive line of commemorative VAILO Adelaide 500 number plates have hit the auction block in celebration of the iconic race’s 25th anniversary.

Adelaide Metro is in pole position to drive motorsport fans to the VAILO Adelaide 500 as the event’s 25th running revs up from 14 to 17 November.

A landmark new holistic transport strategy is being developed that will guide policy outcomes for the future, driven by significant changes including population growth and increased vehicle congestion - while prioritising road safety and maximising public transport use.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Morgan Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 14 November.

Slabs have been laid for three of the new pools at the heart of the new $135 million Adelaide Aquatic Centre, as the building structure takes shape.

A new workplace road safety guide has been released for employers aiming to reduce the number of workers being killed or injured on South Australian roads.

Transferring boat registrations is now easier and more convenient than ever, thanks to a new online option.

The Porter Street, Liverpool Street and Railway Place intersection upgrade will improve heavy vehicle movements through the intersection, boosting safety for all road users.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Wellington Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 7 November.

Adelaide Metro will provide free public transport and additional services for the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant on Saturday 2 November.

Older South Australians have saved more than $16 million in public transport fares in the two years since the State Government introduced free all-day travel for Seniors Card holders.

More road safety improvements are coming to the Fleurieu Peninsula, with $15 million worth of new upgrades to a key junction and intersection on Victor Harbor Road.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Narrung ferry from 12pm to 1pm on Monday, 28 October.

Concept plans have been released for junction upgrades to improve safety and access along River Road in the Adelaide Hills.

Residents of Mount Barker and the Adelaide Hills will have better access to and from their communities with improved safety and traffic flow in the state’s fastest-growing city, with significant progress on a suite of major projects totalling $190 million.

Remediation works have begun on the Streaky Bay Jetty to improve its structural integrity and ensure its future for the local community and visitors.

South Australian learner drivers now have the option to take the Hazard Perception Test online, improving convenience and streamlining the process for those wanting to obtain their provisional licence in their own time.

Be part of the journey to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and travel free to watch the Socceroos’ third round AFC Asian Qualifiers against Chinese PR this Thursday night.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum downstream ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 10 October.

Boaties are urged to check their vessels and lifejackets are shipshape before heading offshore as South Australians gear up for a safe season on the water.

The South Australian Car Club Program is tuning up for a third round of grants to drive the ambitions and passions of motoring enthusiasts across the state.

The state government is investing an extra $37.4 million over ten years – bringing total investment to over $110 million – to safeguard the future of South Australia’s River Murray ferry services.

There will be a number of temporary partial closures on the Outer Harbor line over the next month to safely allow construction works to continue on the Ethelton Railway Station Upgrade Project.

Beat the game day traffic and leave the driving to us with FREE public transport available for all footy fans heading to Adelaide Oval for this weekend’s Hostplus SANFL Grand Final.

Local auction records have been smashed with the iconic plate 8 selling for more than $2.3 million dollars in a thrilling bidding war overnight.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Walker Flat Ferry service from 10am to 2:30pm on Wednesday, 25 September.

Significant milestones have been reached on two of the state’s most important transport infrastructure projects, as the Australian and South Australian governments deliver on election commitments south of Adelaide.

Important regional highways and roads have been identified to receive critical upgrades as part of the South Australian Government’s commitment to reduce the risk of fatal and serious injuries and increase road safety.

Adelaide Metro will help set the pace at the Lumary City-Bay Fun Run this Sunday, 15 September as more than 26,000 participants hit their strides in the event’s 50th running.

Locations have been identified for the construction of three new overtaking lanes on Main South Road between Myponga and Cape Jervis.

A draft master plan to inform future infrastructure priorities and support growth for the Penneshaw harbour precinct has now been released for consultation.

A new straddle carrier at the busy Beachport boatyard will boost productivity and support the state’s commercial fishing industry.

The State Government has introduced a Bill into Parliament to drive major reform of driver training laws to address corruption and sexually predatory behaviour in the sector, improve the skills of motorists and reduce costs for learners.

Better security, stronger vehicle identification and removing barriers for service delivery in regional South Australia are among a raft of changes proposed after a thorough review of the state’s taxi, Access cab, chauffeur and rideshare industries.

South Australian motorbike riders will have a safer start on the road with new training requirements for those wanting to obtain a licence, improving safety for all road users.

The long-awaited release of Japanese-style number plates has proven popular with South Australians with more than one thousand vehicles already rocking their new plates.

Get moo-ving to this year’s Royal Adelaide Show on public transport with an udderly stress-free ride to the heart of the fun.

For the first time in over 40 years, trains are running into the heart of Port Adelaide, with the Port Dock spur line and station now open.

Drivers in Mount Gambier, South Australia can enjoy a smoother and safer drive thanks to the completion of four upgraded roundabouts in the regional city.

The new Adelaide Aquatic Centre is taking shape with concrete pouring commencing on the slabs to support the new pools.

Close to 600 extra bus services each week will give Adelaide Hills commuters greater flexibility, creating more seats on public transport and taking cars off the road.

South Australian company Bardavcol has been awarded the contract for the major works on an $85 million upgrade of the Marion Road and Sir Donald Bradman Drive intersection, which will provide better traffic flow between the city and airport both during and after construction of the River Torrens to Darlington Project.

Motorists are enjoying a safer and easier drive along the Sturt Highway thanks to the addition of a new overtaking lane, new rest areas and other road repairs.

An exclusive and rare piece of South Australian automotive history will be up for grabs when it hits the auction block for the first time later this month.

Work is now complete on the upgrade of the Brighton Road and Edwards Street junction at South Brighton in Adelaide’s southwest, improving road safety and public transport efficiency.

Confronting footage of close calls between pedestrians and trains and trams on Adelaide’s network has been released in a bid to reduce the number of near misses on South Australian railways.

The Flinders Medical Centre (FMC) bus interchange will be moved to a new location nearby and several routes reshaped as part of a major redevelopment of the hospital.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum upstream Ferry service from 10am to 2:30pm on Wednesday, 7 August.

The State Government is helping fuel the growth of car clubs with the second round of the South Australian Car Club Program being awarded, helping build new clubrooms, provide essential equipment and fund much-loved community events.

South Australia will receive $8.9 million under the Australian Government’s 2024-25 Black Spot Program to deliver critical safety improvements at 13 dangerous crash sites on South Australian roads.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Lyrup Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 1 August.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Waikerie Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Tuesday, 30 July.

Morphettville is set to become safer and easier, with the Australian and South Australian Governments each delivering $100 million to remove the tram level crossing at Morphett Road and replace it with a tram overpass.

Work on the reconstruction of the historic Urrbrae Gatehouse in its new location is now complete, as the building prepares to serve the community for generations to come.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Purnong Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 25 July.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Cadell Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Tuesday, 23 July.

The Thebarton Aquatic Centre will reopen to the public this week following an extensive $8.7 million refurbishment.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Walker Flat Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 18 July.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum upstream Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Tuesday, 16 July.

The Gawler rail line will temporarily close from first service to last service this Sunday, 14 July to allow signalling works and software upgrades to be undertaken.

The network-wide rollout of a nation-leading protective screen to keep South Australian bus drivers safe from violent and anti-social passenger behaviour will begin later this year, with a prototype now out to market.

All drivers of ultra-high powered vehicles are required to complete a new training course, launched today, to obtain a U-class licence.

Commuters in the Adelaide Hills will be able to easily and conveniently take advantage of public transport with the opening of the new Crafers Park ‘n’ Ride.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Narrung Ferry from 9:30am to 3:30pm on Wednesday, 3 July.

There will be a number of temporary partial night and weekend closures of the Outer Harbor rail line between Woodville Railway Station and Outer Harbor in July to allow construction works to continue for the Ethelton Railway Station Upgrade Project.

Cecil Buckskin is proud to welcome passengers to Adelaide Railway Station on Kaurna Yerta as NAIDOC celebrations begin across the public transport network.

Speed limits on several roads leading into the town of Echunga in the Adelaide Hills will be reduced from 80km/h to 60km/h from Monday, 24 June 2024, enhancing safety for all road users and local residents.

New platforms and access ramps will be installed in a major upgrade of Ethelton Railway Station, improving passenger safety and experience

A partial Seaford line closure, and a full Flinders line closure, will be in place from 9pm this Friday, 28 June until 9am Saturday, 29 June, to safely allow night track maintenance works.

Legislation that will pave the way for e-scooters to be used on public roads and paths will be introduced to parliament this week.

The first test train has successfully travelled along the new Port Dock spur line in a major milestone for the $51 million project to return rail services to the heart of Port Adelaide.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Swan Reach Ferry service from 9am to 3pm on Thursday, 20 June.

The Gawler rail line will temporarily close for maintenance and level crossing renewal works this long-weekend from 9pm Friday, 7 June to last service Monday, 10 June.

The 2024-25 State Budget includes a further $80.1 million for road safety, including reducing the speed limit on arterial roads and some council roads near schools to 40 kilometres an hour at priority locations.

A major investment in much-needed maintenance and repair for South Australian jetties will be extended indefinitely – with the 2024-25 State Budget providing an additional annual $5 million boost from 2027-28.

Matildas fever has gripped the city this week as our World Cup heroes return to Adelaide, with free public transport available to all Tillies fans attending Friday night’s game.

Detailed plans for a realigned intersection of Grange Road, Holbrooks Road and East Avenue have been unveiled, giving residents and commuters a first look at how the improved junction will operate.

On Bardi Country, about 220km from Broome in the Kimberley, lies the small Aboriginal community of Ardyaloon (One Arm Point).

Telesha Darcy entered the Aboriginal Traineeship Program to find a new career path and four years later has landed her dream job.

The Outer Harbor and Gawler rail lines will temporarily close next month to allow important works to be undertaken.

The Australian Government is investing an extra $100 million through the 2024–25 Budget to ensure the delivery of the South Eastern Freeway Upgrade, with the South Australian Government matching the additional funding.

Drivers travelling along Tapleys Hill Road will have a safer commute thanks to a reduced speed limit following concerns raised by the local community.

The Australian and South Australian governments continue their commitment to improving regional roads with a series of safety upgrades announced for Barrier Highway and Mannum Road.

Drivers are being reminded to take extra care this Sunday and get their mums to and from their destination safely on one of the busiest traffic days of the year.

Raising the road level and incorporating new drainage structures is the main focus of flood recovery works on key highways including the Eyre Highway and Stuart Highway.

A new road safety report is highlighting how vital education programs are reaching more young South Australians to help them make safe decisions when on the road.

Retired SA Police Senior Constable Craig Warman has seen horrors on southern roads he hopes others never will.

Work has begun on the final stage of the North-South Bikeway on Frome Street, continuing the bikeway that runs through the heart of the city.

To mark National Road Safety Week 2024, we have released a new social media video featuring powerful interviews with road crash survivors – reminding everyone to make safe and responsible decisions while on the road.

Prominent South Australians have joined forces this week to take the National Road Safety Week pledge, as South Australia continues to reel from the tragedy of 117 lives lost on its roads last year.

Landmarks across the state will light up this week as a poignant symbol of remembrance for the lives lost on South Australian roads.

Online is the way to go! Over 99% of South Australians going for their learner’s permit are now choosing the flexible, online course myLs to start their driving journey.

A series of safety upgrades for pedestrians and cyclists is underway throughout metropolitan Adelaide under a multi-million-dollar investment through the nationwide Road Safety Program.

Adelaide Metro will carry a global audience to Grange Golf Club where 13 teams and 52 world-class players will tee off in one of the biggest events on the national sporting calendar.

Adelaide Metro will run additional train, tram and bus services on Anzac Day (Thursday, 25 April) to help passengers get to and from the city for the Anzac Day Dawn Service and Commemorative March.

Testing is underway on SA’s first mobile phone detection cameras installed at key metropolitan corridors in a bid to reduce dangerous distraction behind the wheel.

Drivers will need to slow to 25km/h when they see the amber flashing lights of a RAA van stopped at the roadside, in a move designed to enhance safety for workers as well as stricken motorists.

A reminder that no train services will be running between 3pm and 7pm today (Wednesday 17 April) due to industrial action being taken by some drivers employed by private contractor Keolis Downer Adelaide.

No train services will run tomorrow (Tuesday 16 April) from first service until 9am and between 3pm to 7pm Wednesday (17 April) due to industrial action being taken by some drivers employed by private contractor Keolis Downer Adelaide.

Train services will be impacted from approximately 9am until 3pm tomorrow (Thursday 11 April 2024) due to industrial action being taken by some drivers employed by private contractor Keolis Downer Adelaide.

Don’t be late for a very important date – automate your car registration with direct debit renewal and put the brakes on costly late fines.

Gather ‘round free public transport as the festival of footy kicks off from 4-7 April.

Several regional councils have been offered funding to repair some of the state’s much-loved jetties as part of the South Australia Jetties Renewal Program.

A raft of changes to the Australian Road Rules are coming into effect this week, including updates to electric vehicle parking regulations and child restraint laws.

Construction at the site of the new Adelaide Aquatic Centre is underway, as work on the state-of-the-art complex shifts up a gear.

Work have commenced to upgrade the Brighton Road and Edwards Street junction at South Brighton, improving road safety and public transport efficiency.

The recently approved $168 million investment in South Australia under the Australian Government’s Road Safety Program will kick-start a series of safety treatments across the state’s regional roads starting from April.

Regional public airports and aerodromes are being encouraged to apply for funding to upgrade infrastructure and improve safety and accessibility of the key community assets.

As part of the Federal and State governments’ continued investment in improving regional roads across South Australia, flood resilience works on a vital alternative route in the Flinders Ranges are underway.

There will be a number of temporary partial night and weekend closures between the Woodville Railway Station and the Outer Harbor Railway Station later this month to allow construction works to continue for the Port Dock Railway Line Project.

The State Government in partnership with AFL Clubs, Adelaide and Port Adelaide, is encouraging footy fans to catch the free Footy Express this season.

Works to remove the closed Great Western Bridge are set to begin, following the completion of the Joy Baluch AM Bridge Duplication project.

A record number of women are in the driver’s seat as more females make a career move into public transport.

Major works are starting on the Southern Expressway and Majors Road Interchange project in Adelaide’s south, following refinements to the concept design in response to community feedback and additional technical analysis.

The final design for Stage Two of the Main South Road duplication has been released, with major construction work about to kick off.

The EzyReg website is now working correctly for all transactions and payments are going through normally.

Road safety education in South Australian public schools will be revamped to ensure students are provided with the right information to help them make safe decisions when on the road.

The Seaford rail line will be partially closed over the March long-weekend to install new escalators at Noarlunga Railway Station.

What’s the dealio? Come on and Raise Your Glass with free public transport to see P!nk at Adelaide Oval.

The race is on to snap up custom Japanese-style numberplates, with the first of the plates available from today.

Adelaide Metro’s new mobile phone ticketing app is now available to use!

Intersection upgrades and the next stage of pavement renewal works along the main street of Port Lincoln are underway, aimed at improving road safety and amenity in the town centre.

Following concerns from the local community about the impact to trees and to the Forestville Reserve, improvements will be made to local access instead of constructing an overpass near the Goodwood railway station and tram bridge.

Ride with Adelaide Metro to the Adelaide Fringe as the festival season transports audiences to a world of wonder from this weekend.

Hundreds of new parking spaces at a major transport hub will be available from tomorrow, helping make public transport an even more attractive option for north-eastern suburbs commuters, as construction finishes on the expansion of the Tea Tree Plaza Park ‘n’ Ride.

Railway crossings in South Australia are on track to receive safety upgrades thanks to the Australian Government’s Regional Level Crossing Upgrade Fund (RLCUF).

Parts of the Strzelecki Track have reopened to traffic while other sections remain shut off after a significant flood event earlier this week, prompting urgent repairs and dewatering of badly impacted areas.

Work has commenced to expand the Crafers Park ‘n’ Ride, making public transport more convenient and accessible for commuters in the Adelaide Hills.

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

A new app to help public transport passengers by enabling them to alert a bus driver that they are waiting at a bus stop is now being trialled by Adelaide Metro.

A long weekend marine safety blitz has found an overall increase in compliance on previous years, despite a disappointing number of River Murray boaties issued infringement notices or cautions.

Exploring ways to improve roads in outback South Australia will be the focus of a Government-led initiative held today, bringing together key stakeholders from regional and remote communities.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Tailem Bend Ferry service from 10am to 12pm on Thursday, 8 February (weather permitting).

The South Australian Government is undertaking a transport study for northern Adelaide inner and outer suburbs to inform future transport planning and investment in the region.

The first stage of the long-awaited Coast Park shared use path is complete, providing greater community access to the coastline between Semaphore Park and West Lakes shore.

Getting to and from school is about to get easier for students, with extra bus services gearing up to hit the road across Adelaide.

The Seaford line and Cross Road/South Road intersection will temporarily close this Australia Day long weekend to safely allow important improvement works to occur.

Works will soon begin on two new pedestrian crossings on Goolwa Road in Middleton to improve community safety.

Upgrade works on the Beachport and Southend jetties have been completed by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport to ensure their long-term structural integrity and to boost marine activity in the Limestone Coast.

A reduced speed limit through a popular tourist destination in the Mid North has been introduced, designed to improve road safety at South Australia’s famous ‘Pink Lake’.

More frequent, comfortable and convenient bus services are on the way for Adelaide Hills residents, with a $19 million commitment set to deliver 15 brand new buses and 590 more services each week.

Works have begun on a flood-prone section of the Oodnadatta Track in South Australia’s far northwest to improve access after rain and help motorists avoid becoming stranded between Marla and Oodnadatta.

The South Australian Government is improving South Australian cycling connections through a new State Bicycle Fund, with the River Torrens to Darlington T2D Project also helping to fill in missing links in Adelaide’s bike path network.

The Seaford line and Woodlands Park Railway Station will temporarily close to safely allow works to modernise and futureproof the line.

SA’s first mobile phone detection cameras will soon be rolled out as part of a $15.9 million initiative to reduce road trauma caused by driver distraction.

Whether you’re off to the beach for seafront fireworks or heading into the city to ring in the new year, leave the car at home and let Adelaide Metro do the driving.

Work to install 23 new exhaust fans in the Heysen Tunnels has begun, as part of the ongoing upgrade of the tunnel’s systems.

As South Australians start to head off on Christmas leave, Marine Safety Officers are urging those taking to the water to slow down.

Motorists have been given an early gift with the first fully completed section of the newly duplicated Augusta Highway opened in time for the holiday season.

Adelaide Metro will run a modified timetable for tram and bus services over the festive season between 27 and 29 December.

In a major milestone, the State Government has welcomed the final electric train onto the Gawler rail line, signalling the completion of the electrification project.

South Australians have overwhelmingly supported allowing the use of private e-scooters and other personal mobility devices on local roads and paths.

South Australians will enjoy safer and faster journeys between some of the state’s favourite getaway destinations, with all four lanes of the new Main South Road and Victor Harbor Road duplications opening to traffic.

A time capsule found inside a roadside church monument in the Mid North has given a rare insight into the state’s past, with the key piece of Wesleyan Methodist Church history uncovered during the Augusta Highway Duplication planning works.

Major work is set to commence on the 1km rail spur line into the heart of Port Adelaide, improving access to visitors which will help breathe new life into the port.

Passengers can now enjoy a smoother, quieter and cleaner ride as the state’s first 100 per cent electric bus hits the road, servicing routes across Adelaide.

Cricket fans will be able to catch a free ride to Adelaide Oval for all international and Big Bash League (BBL) matches this summer, ensuring everyone can get to the game and have a ball!

Three highly experienced members with strong ties to regional South Australia have been appointed to the Outback Communities Authority (OCA), helping administer and manage public services in some of the State’s most remote communities.

The upgraded O’Sullivan Beach boat ramp is now open, reducing traffic and boat congestion during peak periods, and improving safety and access for users.

From tomorrow, drivers must adhere to the new default speed limit of 40km/h on beaches – reduced further when within 50 metres of a person to 25km/h – unless otherwise signposted, as new laws come into effect.

As the VAILO Adelaide 500 roars back to life, the State Government is expanding the state’s successful car club registration scheme.

The Gawler rail line will temporarily close during two weekends in December to safely allow signalling works to complete new active pedestrian crossings at North Adelaide Railway Station and the Parklands, and to complete the Elizabeth turnback.

Car and motorcycle clubs will receive another boost as the South Australian Car Club Program gears up for round two.

A new road safety campaign – featuring hometown hero and V8 Supercar driver Todd Hazelwood – warns South Australians to leave the racing to the professionals this week.

World-first technology is being used to assess the condition of South Australia’s roads and ensure maintenance is carried out more efficiently across the state’s road network.

The safety ratings of over 500 vehicle models manufactured since 2000 have been released to help South Australian motorists make more informed choices when purchasing a used car.

Major construction work is substantially complete at the upgraded intersection of Glen Osmond Road and Fullarton Road in Adelaide’s east, with all lanes open to traffic.

VAILO Adelaide 500 ticket holders will have access to FREE travel on all Adelaide Metro bus, train and tram services throughout the 4-day event.

School leavers heading to Victor Harbor for the 25th anniversary of the Schoolies Festival are being encouraged to THINK! Road Safety and make use of the free bus services available.

Taxi drivers and passengers will benefit from a more equal, consistent and fair service with the State Government extending the $25 lifting fee following consultation with the access taxi industry.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Morgan Ferry service from 9am to 3pm on Tuesday, 14 November (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Wellington Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 8 November (weather permitting).

Early works on a new Adelaide Aquatic Centre will begin within days, after the project received the greenlight from the state’s planning authority.

The mo-tivational moustaches are back with almost 100 buses, trains, trams and marine safety boats sporting the black stash this Movember in support of men’s health.

Speed limits on River Road and part of Mount Barker Road in Hahndorf will be reduced from 80km/h to 60km/h from Thursday, 26 October 2023, enhancing safety for road users and local residents and businesses, as a restriction on large trucks entering the Hahndorf township comes into effect.

Kick off the 2023/24 A-Leagues season with free travel across the Adelaide Metro network for all Adelaide United games at Hindmarsh Stadium.

The trusty road rules pocket guide has undergone a comprehensive review as part of the State Government’s commitment to South Australia’s Road Safety Action Plan 2023-2025.

A quieter, more comfortable ride for commuters – a newly converted hybrid train – enters service today, the latest green technology to be rolled out on the Adelaide Metro network.

Speed limits on South Australian beaches will be reduced this summer to increase safety for all beachgoers.

Almost 17,000 vehicles travelling on Main South Road every day will have a smoother and safer journey when a newly installed bridge at Seaford Heights opens to traffic for the first time this week.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Tailem Bend Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Tuesday, 17 October (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Cadell Ferry service from 10am to 3pm on Wednesday, 11 October (weather permitting).

As the summer season beckons, water lovers and boaties are asked to brush up on safety precautions including servicing their lifejackets, safety equipment and understanding speed limits.

A frustrating western suburbs ‘dogleg’ intersection will be removed, saving commuters time and improving safety in a newly unveiled concept plan for a key route across Grange Road at Beverley.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Narrung Ferry from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 5 October (weather permitting).

Major refurbishment works to safeguard the future of the State Heritage-listed Old Murray Bridge are nearing completion, with two-way traffic being reinstated on the bridge earlier than anticipated.

The new Tatachilla overpass has opened to traffic, with the Main South Road and Victor Harbor Road duplication projects now more than 75 per cent completed.

Footy fans heading to Adelaide Oval to cheer on Glenelg or Sturt at this weekend’s SANFL Grand Final can travel for free on all Adelaide Metro services.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum downstream service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 28 September (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Swan Reach Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Tuesday, 26 September (weather permitting).

South Australian Seniors Card holders have collectively saved up to $5.1 million on Adelaide Metro travel costs since the introduction of free all-day travel, as revealed by new data.

Free travel on public transport will be available for all runners and walkers heading to and from this Sunday’s City-Bay Fun Run (17 September).

Work is now complete on upgrades to the Wimmera Highway near Naracoorte, including two new junctions.

As excitement builds for the biggest Royal Adelaide Show in years, showgoers are encouraged to make Adelaide Metro public transport their first ride of the day.

Large semi-trailer trucks will be banned from Hahndorf’s Main Street under a new solution to remove heavy vehicles carrying logs and livestock from the popular community hub and tourist destination.

Registration labels will no longer be required from 1 September 2023, streamlining the registration process for boat owners across SA.

Connectivity and emergency services access have been improved for the regional community of Quorn in the Flinders Ranges, following the completion of sealing works at Quorn Aerodrome.

In a major milestone, the Gawler line will run with all electric trains from next week as another new train enters service.

Work to upgrade several regional bridge and culverts in the Adelaide Hills is now complete, extending the life of the infrastructure and improving safety for all road users.

A new Sustainable Procurement Policy has been implemented across the State Government’s infrastructure and transport programs as we continue working to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

Construction of the new Adelaide Aquatic Centre has moved a step closer with a development application for the world-class facility lodged with the state’s planning authority.

Close calls between trains and pedestrians remain etched in the minds of the drivers involved long after the incident.

There will be temporary closures on the Belair rail line on two weekends in August 2023, for maintenance work following rock slips caused by extreme wet weather, with substitute buses replacing all impacted train services.

Reducing congestion and building traffic capacity are at the heart of the newly unveiled concept plan for the upgrade of the intersection of Adelaide’s Marion Road and Sir Donald Bradman Drive.

The State Government will showcase a clean, green public transport future with hybrid trains and hydrogen buses to join a full-battery electric bus as the latest technology to be trialled across the network.

South Australian car and motorcycle events are set to get bigger and better following a huge injection from the State Government’s Car Club Program.

World-class women’s football will take centre stage in Adelaide from tonight and all fans with a valid event day ticket are welcome to free public transport on all Adelaide Metro bus, train and tram services.

Recovery works on the Olympic Dam Highway have been completed, increasing the strength and resilience of the road network for future flooding events.

New Koala State number plates will be available to help support South Australia’s dedicated volunteer wildlife rescue and rehabilitation organisations.

The South Australian Government has signed a four-year funding deal for The Overland passenger rail service between Adelaide and Melbourne.

More than 1500 people have been cautioned for fare evasion or inappropriate behaviour as part of a four-week safety operation targeted at key public transport locations.

Momentum continues to build for the Australian and South Australian governments’ jointly funded Majors Road Interchange Project. Acciona Construction Australia has been awarded the contract to design and construct the project.

The State Government is undertaking a transport study for the Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island to inform future transport planning and investment in the region.

The Gawler rail line will be temporarily closed for two nights over a weekend at the end of July 2023, to allow works on four pedestrian crossings.

Fifty super-T bridge deck support beams, each weighing up to 64 tonnes, are being installed on the new Pedler Creek Bridge at Seaford Heights, south of Adelaide, as part of the Main South Road duplication project.

Boosting safety is the top priority at 17 dangerous crash sites on South Australia’s roads, with the Australian Government committing $5.9 million in 2023-24 under the Black Spot Program to fully fund upgrades at each of them.

A tender has been released for upgrades to ports at Penneshaw and Cape Jervis, to continue to support ferry services between Kangaroo Island and the mainland.

The wheels are in motion for speed limits on beaches across South Australia to be lowered to improve safety, following extensive public consultation earlier this year.

Larger, more visible road signs have been installed at 14 intersections in McLaren Vale as part of a $4.2 million election commitment to improve road safety in the popular wine and tourism region.

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 Belair line will be partially closed this weekend for maintenance work following rock slippage caused by extreme wet weather, with substitute buses operating between Mitcham and Belair stations.

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.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Morgan Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Monday, 26 June (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Lyrup Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Tuesday, 20 June (weather permitting).

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 the Mannum upstream Ferry will be temporarily closed from 7am, 14 June to 5pm, 15 June (weather permitting).

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.

The Outer Harbor and Grange rail lines will temporarily close on two weekends in June to complete maintenance works.

South Australians are being reminded to be vigilant and avoid taking risks around trains and trams - with new vision released today highlighting recent close calls that almost ended in tragedy as people risked their life in front of oncoming trains.

Ticket holders to this week’s State of Origin opener between New South Wales and Queensland will be able to get to and from Adelaide Oval with free travel on all Adelaide Metro bus, train and tram services.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Upstream Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Tuesday, 6 June (weather permitting).

An Adelaide Metro tram and two City Connector buses bearing striking Aboriginal art designed by secondary school students have hit Adelaide’s streets to mark National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week.

Four new overtaking lanes on the lower Eyre Peninsula, north of Port Lincoln, are now open to traffic without any restrictions following the completion of all construction works.

The State Government is launching a new campaign focused on promoting the convenience, cost and time savings provided by public transport.

Major construction of Coast Park Stage One is underway, paving the way for increased community access to the coastline from Semaphore Park to West Lakes Shore.

Road users in the mid-north can enjoy safer and smoother journeys following the completion of much-needed pavement rehabilitations works on two key roads between Hamley Bridge and Freeling.

The State Government is supporting regional councils to light up prominent landmarks in yellow to continue important road safety conversations in communities across South Australia state during National Road Safety Week.

The South Australian Government has committed more than $405,000 towards upgrading six aerodromes across regional South Australia.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Cadell Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Tuesday, 23 May (weather permitting).

Work on the refit of the Heysen Tunnels is continuing, to ensure they continue to service South Australia for decades to come. Following successful investigation works over the past 2 months, the main construction phase will now get underway.

Service SA centres at Elizabeth, Marion, Modbury, Prospect and Seaford Meadows are now open every Saturday, offering greater convenience for customers to access the services they need outside of typical business hours.

Road safety improvements continue to flow on Long Valley Road in the Adelaide Hills, with a new overtaking lane to open to traffic this week and work on another commencing in coming weeks.

The State Government’s On the Right Track program has been expanded as part of an ongoing commitment to Aboriginal road safety.

The design of the extension of the northbound overtaking lane on the Horrocks Highway just north of Tarlee has been altered to save a row of mature gum trees, following feedback from the local community.

The popular Tap and Pay option for Adelaide public transport is now being rolled out across all Adelaide Metro buses, as the switch to convenient credit card options continues.

Adelaide Metro will run additional train, tram and bus services on Anzac Day (Tuesday 25 April) to help get passengers to and from the city for the Anzac Day Dawn Service and Commemorative March.

The new and improved Nottage Terrace and North East Road intersection has opened to traffic, easing congestion and improving traffic flow in north-eastern Adelaide by increasing the capacity to turn left onto North East Road from Nottage Terrace.

Work is underway at a key intersection along the Eyre Highway in South Australia’s far west to deliver safer journeys along the crucial freight route.

Travel to each day of the LIV Golf tournament on FREE public transport as Grange plays host to the premier golfing event of the year from 21-23 April.

Traffic switches along Main South Road will see vehicles move onto sections of the new roadway for the first time, as part of the duplication project.

Kingscote Jetty can now be safely enjoyed by locals and tourists for many more years to come, following the completion of vital upgrade and refurbishment works.

South Australians now have the opportunity to have their say on the use of private e-scooters and other personal mobility devices across the state’s road network.

Two tram level crossings will be removed, and an existing overpass upgraded, in new designs released for the Marion Road – Anzac Highway to Cross Road project in Adelaide’s southwest.

Marine Safety Officers will have an increased presence on the River Murray, metro coastal waters and Yorke Peninsula waters this Easter long weekend, as holidaymakers are urged to take care on the water.

Works are continuing as part of the $87.5 million Sturt Highway Corridor Upgrade, with new rest areas and pavement rehabilitation to be delivered between Annadale and Shea-Oak Log.

Travel to every Gather Round AFL game FREE on public transport as the South Australian Government delivers fans a historic festival of footy from 13-16 April in Adelaide.

Feedback from local road users has helped shape the concept design for Main Road, Cherry Gardens – the first design to be released as part of the Adelaide Hills Productivity and Road Safety (PRS) Package.

Classic and historic car clubs will hit top gear under a new grant program aimed at accelerating the growth of motorsport communities.

Major works have begun on the $43.5 million expansion of the Tea Tree Plaza Park ‘n’ Ride, which will increase capacity to about 1200 car parks.

South Australians will have the opportunity to bid on 80 numeric number plates in the first auction of its kind in six years.

The State Government has announced it will once again waive the usual replacement fee for South Australians requiring a replacement driver’s licence as a result of the recent cyber attack on Latitude Financial.

The Heysen Tunnels are set for an extensive refit to ensure they continue to service South Australia for decades to come.

Mobile phone detection cameras are being trialled for the first time in South Australia from today as the State Government acts to reduce road trauma caused by driver distraction.

Service SA centres across Adelaide will soon be open on Saturdays to provide greater flexibility for customers to access important services and information.

The flood-affected section of Hunter Road, west of Burdett Road in Cowirra, will reopen to all vehicles with a 40km/h speed restriction in place at 12pm Saturday 18 March, following the completion of temporary repairs.

The State Government - partnering with AFL clubs Adelaide and Port Adelaide - is encouraging footy fans to catch the free Adelaide Oval Footy Express.

In a major milestone for the Joy Baluch AM Bridge in Port Augusta, traffic is now running on both spans of the newly duplicated bridge concurrently for the first time.

Works continue as part of the ongoing effort to improve road safety and freight productivity on the Princes Highway, with upgrades to two culverts in the South East underway.

The Paringa Bridge on the Sturt Highway has reopened and resumed lifting operations in time for the Adelaide Cup long weekend.

Work has commenced on a project to repair the Olympic Dam Highway, as part of a program of works aimed at boosting the resilience of South Australia’s flood damaged outback roads and highways.

The flood-affected sections of Morgan Road, Barmera and Burdett Road, Cowirra will re-open to all traffic over the next two days, following the completion of temporary repairs and clean-up works.

Darling, just dive right in and follow our lead… and catch free public transport to see Ed Sheeran at Adelaide Oval.

A South Australian firm has been awarded a contract for the design and construction of works to upgrade the O’Sullivan Beach boat ramp.

A free school bus shuttle service will assist students affected by ongoing road closures as the Riverland recovery effort continues.

Traffic has switched onto the new southbound lanes of Victor Harbor Road between Main South Road and the McLaren Vale turnoff, in a major milestone for the Victor Harbor Road duplication project, south of Adelaide.

Strong measures to reduce deaths and serious injuries - including targeting dangerous road behaviour - headline South Australia’s Road Safety Action Plan 2023-2025.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Tailem Bend Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Tuesday, 7 March (weather permitting).

Port Augusta locals can look forward to fun in the water at the Eastern Foreshore with the construction of a new swimming pontoon to start soon.

Early work and site investigations to construct the Majors Road Interchange Project will begin next week, as procurement of the design and construction contract continues to progress.

Four River Murray ferries will re-open over the next two days, marking the first time since November 2022 that all 12 ferries run by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport will be open, either in full or with restrictions.

Repair works on the Paringa Bridge on the Sturt Highway will commence at 7am tomorrow morning, Wednesday, 22 February 2023 as part of the flood recovery program across the region.

The Mannum downstream vehicle ferry reopened to local light vehicle traffic (under 3 tonnes) at 12pm today (Tuesday, 21 February), while the free passenger ferry between Cowirra and Mannum will reopen at 6.30am on Thursday, 23 February.

The South Australian Government is investigating traffic movements and pedestrian safety on Springbank Road.

Purnong Ferry will re-open to light vehicles (under 3 tonnes) at 10:30am today (Monday, 20 February).

Safety ratings for almost 400 vehicles manufactured from the year 2000 onwards have been released as part of the South Australian government’s bid to help motorists make safer vehicle choices.

Bookpurnong Road and Kingston Road will both re-open to heavy vehicles at 9am tomorrow (Friday 17 February).

Morgan Ferry will re-open to light vehicles (under 3 tonnes) at 9:30am tomorrow (Friday 17 February).

Motorists caught with drugs in their system will have their driver’s licences immediately stripped under new police powers.

The Ovingham Level Crossing Removal Project is now complete, with the new Torrens Road bridge and upgraded Churchill/Torrens Roads intersection completely open to traffic.

The South Australian and Australian governments are improving access for high productivity freight vehicles by bridging the gap between Wilmington and Gladstone with the replacement of the Wild Dog Creek culvert on the Horrocks Highway in the state’s mid-north.

Bookpurnong Road will re-open to light vehicles at 9am tomorrow (Saturday 11 February), following the completion of pavement testing and minor repair works.

As River Murray water levels continue to fall, the Waikerie Ferry will be temporarily closed between 10am and 5pm tomorrow (Friday 10 February) to shift the ferry to the lower landing to allow services to continue.

The first stage of pavement renewal works aimed at improving road safety and amenity in the centre of Port Lincoln will begin on Sunday, 19 February.

Upgrades are being delivered along Marrabel Road in the Mid North to improve road safety and heavy vehicle productivity between Saddleworth and Eudunda.

Following the removal of the temporary levee from the road surface, the Goyder Highway near Morgan will re-open to all vehicles (excluding Oversize Overmass vehicles) in both directions from 9am tomorrow (Wednesday 8 February).

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

South Australians now have the opportunity to have their say on proposed options to lower speed limits on the state’s beaches, improving safety for all beach goers.

Communities across South Australia's outback are about to receive a wide range of infrastructure upgrades and new facilities, thanks to new funding from the Australian Government.

Motorists are now able to use the brand-new, duplicated carriageway of the Augusta Highway for the first time, after traffic was diverted onto a newly sealed section to enable works to occur along the existing highway earlier this week.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises that works will continue over the coming months to complete three new overtaking lanes on the lower Eyre Peninsula.

With River Murray flood waters to continue to recede in the coming weeks, the Department, together with its contractors, has been working hard to plan the re-opening of all closed roads and ferries as soon as it is safe to do so.Tomorrow (Wednesday 25 January), Kingston Road at Moorook will re-open to light vehicles by 8am, while Lyrup Ferry will resume operations from midday.

An expected surge in visitors to metro coastal waters and Goolwa this Australia Day public holiday and weekend has prompted warnings from Marine Safety Officers for holidaymakers to be boat and water safe.

After proving their worth as a solution to traffic bottlenecks, the Port Wakefield Overpass and Highway Duplication have officially opened.

Details of stage two of the Main South Road duplication project have been released.

The Tea Tree Plaza Bus Interchange and Park ‘n’ Ride will temporarily close this weekend to allow for maintenance work.

Four junctions along the Augusta Highway between Redhill and Winninowie will be upgraded to improve road safety, efficiency, and freight accessibility.

The Princes Highway, between Tailem Bend and Meningie will temporarily close from approximately 4pm today (17 January) due to rising water levels and tide and wind conditions.

Come have fun practising your cycling skills and learning to be safe on the roads at the free Think! Road Safety Family Day on 17 January, before the Santos Tour Down Under kicks off in the heart of Adelaide’s CBD.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises that the Princes Highway will temporarily close to road users between Tailem Bend and Meningie from later tonight, January 14 2023, due to rising water levels.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is continuing to closely monitor the Princes Highway, with a section of this road between Tailem Bend and Meningie potentially at risk of closure due to rising water levels and tide and wind conditions.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises that Waikerie Ferry services have now resumed, while the Tailem Bend Ferry is temporarily closed due to high winds.

Adelaide Metro customers are reminded to use alternative transport options or work from home, if possible, on Monday, 9 January 2023, with bus services to be significantly impacted by planned industrial action by some drivers employed by Torrens Transit.

Adelaide Metro customers are advised there will be significantly reduced bus services across Adelaide on Monday, 9 January 2023 due to industrial action being taken by some drivers employed by Torrens Transit.

Upgrades on the Wimmera Highway near Naracoorte, including two new junctions, will start on Monday 9 January 2023, improving road safety and freight productivity.

Due to signalling upgrade works, the Gawler, Outer Harbor and Grange rail lines will be closed from 10pm Wednesday 4 January to 5:30am Thursday 5 January.

The Streaky Bay Jetty has been closed to vehicles to ensure the safety of all jetty users.

Water users are advised that a number of updates have been made to flood-related restrictions to boating and water activities at Lake Bonney and on the River Murray.

If you’re setting off on a road trip over the summer break, you can make your trip easier by getting in sync with the state’s alphanumeric route system – the better way to navigate around the city fringe and on to South Australia’s regions.

For the safety of all river users and to protect critical infrastructure, further restrictions on boating and water activities are now in place on the River Murray, including at Ral Ral Bridge and Paringa Bridge.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises that Ferry Road, Wellington East will be closed at 12pm today, Wednesday, 28 December due to rising water levels.

A tender has been released for the next section of works on the Strzelecki Track, which will see the roadway reconstructed and sealed.

A free passenger ferry service between Mannum and Cowirra will offer locals a temporary option for accessing essential supplies and services within the Mannum township while the regular ferry is out of service due to rising floodwaters.

An immediate ban on swimming, fishing, boating and other recreational aquatic activities has been imposed on the River Murray between the SA border and Wellington to protect infrastructure and the safety of river users and property owners.

Workers in South Australia’s growing defence industry - as well as local residents and visitors to the state - will benefit from a $53.5 million road upgrade on the Lefevre Peninsula, as part of a broader $100 million package of road and rail infrastructure improvement works co-funded by the state and federal governments.

With River Murray water levels continuing to rise, Kingston Road at Moorook will be closed to all vehicles from 7am tomorrow morning (Thursday 22 December).

A list of 16 options to address heavy vehicle safety on the down track of the South-Eastern Freeway has been finalised.

The South Australian Government has contributed more than $230,000 in funding towards three regional aerodromes under the Remote Airstrip Upgrade Program.

Major upgrades have been completed at the Leigh Creek Aerodrome, making the facility safer and more accessible.

The speed limit on a section of New West Road in Port Lincoln has been reduced from 60km/h to 50km/h following requests from the local community.

Regional public airports and aerodromes are encouraged to apply for funding for improvements in 2023-24, with Round Eight of the South Australian Support Regional Aviation Program now open.

Traffic has switched onto the new configuration of the upgraded Cross Road and Fullarton Road intersection for the first time this morning.

As River Murray water levels continue to rise, Purnong and Walker Flat ferries will close this week, while Kingston Road at Moorook will be restricted to light vehicle access only from 6pm tonight (Tuesday, 13 December).

Modified timetables for Adelaide Metro tram and bus services will be in place over the festive season between 28 and 30 December.

Artwork celebrating our Aboriginal Veterans is now on display at the upgraded four-way Goodwood, Springbank and Daws roads intersection, at Panorama.

With River Murray water levels continuing to rise, additional road and ferry closures are expected within the coming days, including Kingston Road and the Mannum downstream ferry.

Audio tactile line marking is being installed on the Northern Connector, between Wingfield and Waterloo Corner, to improve safety and lane visibility for motorists.

Adelaide Metro passengers are being urged: ‘See it? Report it’, as part of a campaign to identify and reduce inappropriate behaviour and fare evasion on buses, trains and trams.

Industry submissions for a business case to help forge technology solutions that will accelerate South Australia’s transition to a zero-emission public transport network are being sought through a new State Government tender.

Cricket fans can make a great catch this summer – by catching public transport for free to all international and Big Bash League matches at Adelaide Oval.

Swan Reach and Morgan ferries will be closed from 7pm tomorrow (Tuesday, 6 December 2022) due to rising water levels.

Swan Reach and Morgan ferries are expected to close next week as water levels continue to rise on the Murray River.

Bookpurnong Road has now been closed due to rising River Murray water levels and deterioration of the road condition.

The upstream ferry at Mannum will be closed from 7pm tomorrow (Thursday, 1 December) due to rising water levels.

Learner drivers have overwhelmingly embraced the new education program myLs, with almost 85 per cent of novice drivers using the online option to get their learner’s permit during its first year.

A new bicycle and pedestrian actuated (push button) crossing has been activated on Glynburn Road between Beulah Road and Cuthero Terrace, Kensington Park, improving safety and connectivity for pedestrians and for cyclists on the Norwood-Magill Bikeway.

The Lyrup ferry will be closed from tomorrow (Wednesday, 30 November), while Bookpurnong Road is expected to be closed within the coming days due to rising River Murray water levels.

Bookpurnong Road in the Riverland is closed to heavy vehicles between Berri and Kemp Road, to ensure the road can remain open to light vehicles for as long as possible.

Preparation of a long-term transport plan to support population and economic growth and boost liveability in Mount Barker and the Adelaide Hills is underway, with community views to play a major role.

South Australians are invited to contribute their ideas and preferences for the design of a brand new Adelaide Aquatic Centre in North Adelaide.

Concierge services at busy taxi ranks across Adelaide are being restored, providing improved night safety and travel efficiency for passengers and drivers.

School leavers heading to this weekend’s Schoolies Festival are reminded to Think! Road Safety and take extra care out on the roads, particularly if they choose to drive to the festival or during the weekend.

Eastern suburbs commuters to the city are encouraged to plan their journey and consider alternative travel options as roads around the east parklands begin to be closed for the return of the world class VALO Adelaide 500.

Pavement rehabilitation works are set to commence on two key roads heading north out of Adelaide, to provide safer and smoother access to the towns of Hamley Bridge and Freeling.

Bookpurnong Road, between Berri and Kemp Road, will be closed to all heavy vehicle traffic and restricted to one lane for light vehicles from 7pm this Friday due to rising water levels encroaching on the road.

The State Government is partnering with the Get Home Safe Foundation and Supercar driver Todd Hazelwood to call on VALO Adelaide 500 racegoers to stay safe on the road as the popular event returns to city streets.

Passengers can now tap and pay with their credit card on Adelaide Metro O-Bahn buses, in a big win for customer convenience.

To protect infrastructure and the safety of all river users and property owners, restrictions on boating and aquatic activities will now apply along the River Murray, including a 4 knot vessel speed limit in certain locations

Works to realign and upgrade the Eyre Highway at Kimba – including construction of a new heavy vehicle rest area within the Eyre Peninsula township – have moved a step closer, with the project design now released to the community.

The Waikerie ferry will be closed this Wednesday, 23 November, between 9am and 5pm, to safely transfer the ferry to the high flow ramp to allow services to continue as water levels rise.

Road users are reminded to take extra care while travelling in South Australia’s regions over the coming months as grain harvest gets underway.

A partial Seaford line closure and a full Flinders line closure will be in place this Saturday, 26 November 2022, to safely allow track maintenance works.

Cricket fans heading to Adelaide Oval on Thursday to watch one of sport’s greatest rivalries will be able to travel to and from the game for FREE on Adelaide Metro services.

With River Murray water levels continuing to rise steadily, some road and ferry closures are expected within the next week. The Department is continuing to work to prepare for these closures, and to establish detours.

A mobile number plate recognition camera will be used to collect data on the numbers of interstate and intrastate heavy vehicles using the South-Eastern Freeway down-track, as part of the current safety review.

Community feedback is sought on infrastructure planning studies supporting almost $16 million worth of road, intersection and junction upgrades in Adelaide’s northern suburbs.

Work is officially underway on the $43.5 million expansion of the Tea Tree Plaza Park ‘n’ Ride, which will increase capacity to about 1,200 car parks.

Almost 100 buses, trams, trains and marine safety boats are sporting impressive moustaches for this year’s Movember in support of men’s health.

Enjoy free travel on all Adelaide Metro bus, train and tram services to and from this year’s National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant, as the iconic event celebrates its 90th birthday in a welcomed return to the streets of Adelaide.

State Government marine safety teams are working on the River Murray to identify and clearly mark potential hazards for boaties and holidaymakers, as predicted December flows rise to 135 GL/day following continued rainfall throughout parts of the Murray-Darling Basin.

The Ovingham Railway Station has reopened following its temporary closure to undergo a $15 million refurbishment as part of the Ovingham Level Crossing Removal Project.

Mountain bikers and other cyclists will have easier access to popular off-road trails in the Mitcham Hills with the introduction of bike-friendly rail carriages on the Belair line.

Two new culverts on the Princes Highway between Kingston and Millicent, in the Southeast, will make the highway safer and more accessible to heavy freight vehicles.

Roads in the McLaren Vale region are set to become safer for both locals and visitors, with safety improvements for 21 intersections being identified through a $4.2 million road safety package.

Cricket fans heading to the city to be a part of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will be able to get there FREE on public transport.

New on and off ramps that minimise impacts on the local environment have been proposed to improve access to the Southern Expressway at Majors Road, in a new concept design being released today for community feedback.

A sculpture of Ngurunderi, one of the great Creation ancestral beings of the Ngarrindjeri Nation, has been unveiled next to the new Granite Island Causeway.

The Sturt Highway near Paringa has reopened today following the completion of repair works on the Paringa Causeway Bridge (the bridge closest to Renmark).

The plan to remove the two level crossings where the Glenelg tramline crosses Marion Road and Cross Road at Plympton has taken a step forward with site investigation works now underway.

The one millionth trip has been taken on the newly electrified Gawler rail line - just four months after passenger train services returned to the northern suburbs.

Nearly 20,000 square metres of asphalt works completed within the Port Pirie Wharf precinct will support grain handling and export, providing an economic boost for the region.

One of South Australia’s most notorious traffic bottlenecks has seen vastly improved flow, with weekend monitoring of vehicles using the $124.5 million overpass and newly duplicated Port Wakefield Highway showing what a difference the finished project will make.

Three highly experienced women have been appointed to the Outback Communities Authority, including as Presiding Member, to provide leadership and shape the lives of South Australians living in the outback.

Why did the echidna cross the train tracks? We’re not sure either.

Effective immediately, South Australians affected by the recent Optus data breach will be able to apply for a replacement licence online via their mySAGOV account - without having to attend a Service SA Centre.

Construction of new overtaking lanes and upgraded rest areas as part of the Sturt Highway Upgrade will start this week.

A ‘pocket park’ will be created on the corner of Da Costa Avenue and Main North Road, returning open green space to the community adjacent the ‘Scotty’s Corner’ intersection of Nottage Terrace and Main North Road.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Morgan Ferry on Thursday, 20 October between 10am and 2pm.

Port Lincoln community members are being invited to have their say on the concept designs for four intersection upgrades planned along the town’s main street.

More than 21,000 motorists each day are benefitting from the upgrade of Flagstaff Road, with two lanes of traffic now operating in both directions between Hyland Avenue and Bonneyview Road.

The Sturt Highway will be temporarily closed near Paringa with detours in place to facilitate repair works on the Paringa Causeway Bridge (the bridge closest to Renmark), from 5am on Monday, 17 October 2022, for approximately two weeks.

The updated alignment for the Sturt Highway bypass around Truro, developed following consultation with the local community, has now been released.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Walker Flat Ferry on Thursday, 13 October between 9am and 3pm.

The section of Princes Highway from Meningie to south of Millicent will soon be a hive of construction activity as a series of overtaking lane projects and junction upgrades start this month.

Several Service SA centres will operate at extended hours next week as the State Government continues to clear an extraordinary volume of driver’s licence replacements for customers affected by the Optus data hack.

Boaties and holidaymakers are warned to take care on the water these school holidays as recent heavy rainfall events are causing increased flow into the River Murray.

Three major Service SA branches will remain open for extended hours tonight (Thursday 29 September 2022), to give customers affected by the recent Optus data breach greater opportunity to arrange a replacement driver’s licence.

The State Government is powering towards a cleaner, greener public transport network, with the state’s first full-battery Scania electric bus to hit the streets within months.

Works to improve road safety and freight productivity on a 305-kilometre section of the Barrier Highway continue to roll out, with junction upgrades, new and upgraded rest areas and culvert replacements to be undertaken.

An upgrade of the junction of Sturt Highway and Holder Top Road, east of Waikerie, is now complete, improving safety for all road users.

Hills residents will benefit from upgrades to interchanges at Verdun and Mt Barker, improvements to Hahndorf’s picturesque main street and an extension of the iconic Pioneer Women’s Trail, with the State Government finalising its consultation on the planned Hahndorf Township Improvements and Access Project.

The State Government will waive the usual replacement fee for South Australians requiring a new driver’s licence as a result of the recent Optus data breach.

Cyclists and pedestrians can now enjoy a safer journey on the Prospect Bikeway with the activation of the new bicycle and pedestrian crossing over Fitzroy Terrace, between Braund Road and the Adelaide Park Lands.

South Australians are invited witness history as Port Adelaide takes on the Adelaide Crows in the first-ever AFLW Showdown on 30 September 2022 at Adelaide Oval – with free public transport available.

Works have commenced to extend the operational life of Port Bonython Jetty in the Upper Spencer Gulf, a key piece of infrastructure that provides significant energy export and investment opportunities for South Australia.

Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to online accounts.

Outback road condition information will be even easier to access for travellers on our unsealed tracks thanks to new QR code signage being installed at key locations across northern South Australia.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Waikerie Ferry on Thursday, 29 September between 10am and 2pm.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is seeking feedback from the community about safety issues on the down-track of the South Eastern Freeway.

Thousands of southern suburbs bus commuters are set to enjoy a safer and easier commute thanks to $2 million of upgrades now complete at Old Reynella Interchange.

As part of maintenance works on the Brighton Road level crossing, at Hove, the Seaford line will be closed over the October long-weekend.

South Australian company McMahon Services is undertaking works to construct two new overtaking lanes on the Riddoch Highway, improving road safety and increasing freight productivity on the major South East highway.

Two of the largest precast, single-span prestressed concrete girders ever constructed in South Australia have been lifted into place in Port Augusta, as part of the $200 million Joy Baluch AM Bridge Duplication Project.

Motorists travelling north from Port Wakefield can now drive over the new north-bound section of the Wakefield River Bridge, in another milestone for the $124.5 million Port Wakefield Overpass and Highway Duplication Project.

Upgrades to approximately 52 kilometres of Hog Bay Road, on Kangaroo Island, will boost bushfire resilience and improve road safety by improving the main arterial route along the ‘backbone’ of the island.

Road safety and freight productivity have been improved on the main highway corridor between Port Augusta and Whyalla, with four new overtaking lanes on the Eyre and Lincoln highways now open to traffic.

Footy fans and fun runners alike can enjoy FREE travel to and from the city this Sunday 18 September.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Wellington Ferry on Wednesday, 21 September between 10am and 2

The Gawler rail line will be partially closed on select Saturday and Sunday nights during September and October 2022, to safely facilitate upgrade works at Ovingham Railway Station.

The intersection of Eyre Highway and Micky Free Lawrie Drive will be upgraded to improve safety and accessibility to a remote indigenous community.

The State Government is moving to ease inflationary pressure on local businesses, with a fresh approach to commercial construction contracts for firms working on government projects.

Following extensive community consultation and site analysis, the location of the new $80 million Adelaide Aquatic Centre has been decided, marking an important milestone for the project.

Resurfacing works are now underway for pit straight at Victoria Park, in preparation for the VALO Adelaide 500 in December.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Tailem Bend on Tuesday, 13 September between 10am and 2pm.

Works to deliver a smoother and safer Horrocks Highway along two sections between Tarlee and Linwood have now commenced.

More than 900 local construction and consultant industry members were today briefed today on the economic opportunities that will be unlocked by the state’s record $18.6 billion infrastructure pipeline.

A driverless shuttle bus is back on the road as the autonomous vehicle trial returns to the Tonsley Innovation precinct.

SA Seniors Card holders have embraced free all-day travel on Adelaide Metro services, with patronage increasing by over 40 per cent in both morning and afternoon peak periods since the changes were introduced on 1 July 2022.

Showgoers are encouraged to make public transport their first ride of the day, with dedicated shuttles and numerous bus, train and tram options making it easy and affordable to get to this year’s Royal Adelaide Show (3-11 September).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Narrung Ferry on Tuesday, 6 September between 10am and 2pm.

Patrons heading to Adelaide Oval this Saturday to enjoy the best of international men’s and women’s rugby will be able to take advantage of free public transport.

Don’t miss your opportunity to influence decision making and shape the future of your local community, with nominations now open for this year’s local government elections.

Sturt Highway will be temporarily closed at the eastern junction with Old Sturt Highway, north of Berri, from 31 August 2022, until mid-September 2022, as part of upgrade works to the junction.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry on Tuesday, 23 August between 9am and 4pm.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closures of the Swan Reach Ferry service next week.

South Australians are reminded to Stand back. Look up and Stay Rail Safe this National Rail Safety Week, as new near miss footage on Adelaide’s rail network shows the extraordinary dangers of inattention and unsafe behaviour around trains, trams and rail lines.

Adelaide Metro customers are advised there will be no bus services to the Adelaide Hills on Tuesday 26 July due to industrial action being taken by some SouthLink drivers.

In the lead up to National Rail Safety Week (8-14 August), South Australians are being urged to Stand back. Look up and Stay Rail Safe around trains, trams and rail lines.

Dredging works are progressing at Port MacDonnell to improve safety and access to the harbor, boat ramp and mooring ground.

Asphalt night works will be undertaken on the O-Bahn tunnel exit ramp, at the intersection of East Terrace and Grenfell Street, commencing Monday, 11 July.

From 1 July 2022, fees will be re-introduced at the Wirrina Marina (Marina St Vincent) at Wirrina Cove for boat ramp use, casual berthing and commercial operator use following improvements at the facility.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 9 June.

North Terrace tram services will be temporarily suspended between Botanic Gardens stop and the Entertainment Centre from 2am Saturday, 11 June until 4am Monday, 13 June to allow a new pedestrian crossing to be installed at the intersection of George Street and North Terrace.

Night dredging works at Cape Jervis will commence next Monday, 6 June (weather permitting) to maintain ongoing safety and access to the harbour.

Dredging works are continuing at Port MacDonnell to improve safety and access to the harbour, boat ramp and mooring ground.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closure of the Wellington Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 2 June.

National Road Safety Week is being held across Australia from 15 - 22 May 2022.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closure of the Purnong Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 18 May.

Major refurbishment works to safeguard the future of the State Heritage-listed Old Murray Bridge will commence next weekend (Saturday, 14 May).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Upstream Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 11 May.

Maintenance teams will begin assessing a number of rain-affected roads in the State's far north from later today, to plan for a safe re-opening of key routes as quickly as possible.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closure of the Walker Flat Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 4 May.

Adelaide Metro will run additional train, tram and bus services on Anzac Day (Monday 25 April) to help get passengers to and from the city for the Dawn Service and Anzac Day Commemorative March.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is committed to supporting Indigenous participation in our construction projects.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closure of the Cadell Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 28 April.

Holidaymakers are reminded to stay safe and to check their vessels and safety equipment before taking to the water over the upcoming Easter and school holiday periods.

Holidaymakers travelling through Port Wakefield over the coming long weekends are being asked to be patient and plan ahead for their journeys, as major project works continue.

Holidaymakers and tourists travelling on regional and outback roads over the Easter and school holiday break are reminded to regularly check conditions - and observe all traffic signage and advice - when driving through areas affected by heavy flooding earlier this year.

Due to essential maintenance works, the Belair Line will be partially closed from first service 17 April to last service 18 April 2022, and from first service 7 May to last service 8 May 2022.

Boat operators are urged to be aware of floating hazards in and around Penneshaw Harbour and Backstairs Passage following a truck accident at Penneshaw earlier today.

Dredging works have now commenced at Port MacDonnell to improve safety and access to the harbour, boat ramp and mooring ground.

Major dredging works at Port MacDonnell will commence in late March 2022, weather permitting, to improve safety and access to the harbour, boat ramp and mooring ground for boat users.

Today, we join other organisations across Australia and the world in celebrating International Women’s Day and the achievements of our amazing women.

Critical testing is continuing on the Gawler rail line as the electrification project enters its final stages.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 9am to 1pm on Thursday, 3 March.

The staged re-opening of the Stuart Highway north of Glendambo is continuing with one-way, 24-hour travel permitted from tonight under the control of traffic lights.

Following the success and popularity of e-scooters in the CBD and eastern suburbs, a new trial will now start in the City of Unley.

The Department’s Vehicle Identity Assessment (VIDAS) facility at Lonsdale will remain closed this week due to the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 Omicron outbreak on staff availability.

A number of temporary rail line closures will be required during February so that system and train testing can be undertaken as part of the Gawler Rail Electrification Project.

The staged re-opening of the flooded section of the Stuart Highway, at Glendambo, is continuing, with heavy freight and emergency service vehicles able to use the road during daylight hours.

The Department’s Vehicle Identity Assessment (VIDAS) facility at Lonsdale will remain closed this week due to the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 Omicron outbreak on staff availability.

School term bus timetables for 2022 have been finalised and are now available on the Adelaide Metro website.

Boat operators, scuba divers and swimmers are prohibited from waters in the immediate vicinity of Old Rapid Bay Jetty after a partial collapse of the closed jetty was discovered earlier this month.

Customers are advised that the Department’s Vehicle Identity Assessment (VIDAS) facilities will be closed this week due to the impact of the COVID-19 Omicron outbreak on staff availability.

Service SA customers are advised that the Mitcham customer service centre will be closed this week due to the impact of the COVID-19 Omicron outbreak on staff availability.

Service SA customers are advised that the Butler Terrace, Naracoorte customer service centre will re-open on Monday 17 January and the Nile Street, Port Adelaide centre on Tuesday 18 January, subject to any further COVID-19 impacts on staff availability.

Boat operators, scuba divers and swimmers are advised to avoid waters in the immediate vicinity of Old Rapid Bay Jetty after a partial collapse of the closed jetty was discovered earlier this week.

Service SA customers are advised that customer service centres at Nile Street, Port Adelaide and Butler Terrace, Naracoorte, will be closed this week due to the impacts of COVID-19 on staffing levels at these centres.

Adelaide metro customers are advised a small number of scheduled train services are being impacted by COVID-19.

Cricket fans will enjoy free rides as they head to the city for Big Bash League (BBL) and international matches this season.

South Australian boaters should slow down and stay safe during the summer holidays.

Due to maintenance works, the Belair Line will be closed from the first service 10 January to last service 12 January 2022.

Adelaide Metro advises that modified timetables for tram and some bus services will be in place over the festive and summer holiday period.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 1pm to 4pm on Wednesday, 1 December.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closure of the Wellington Ferry service from 10:30am to 1:30pm on Tuesday, 30 November.

Pavement rehabilitation works at the intersection of the South Eastern Freeway, with Cross Road, Portrush Road and Glen Osmond Road will commence from Tuesday, 16 November 2021, weather permitting.

Routine dredging works at North Haven will commence from Wednesday, 24 November 2021 to maintain good water quality and safe water levels for boat users.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is committed to supporting Indigenous participation in our construction projects.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport has contacted customers whose mySA GOV accounts have been impacted by a cyberattack linked to the hacking of an unrelated website, and taken immediate steps to secure any affected accounts.

Cape Jervis Jetty will close late today, 4 November 2021, to all recreational users for repair works to begin on the jetty.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closure of the Tailem Bend Ferry service from 9am to 3pm on Thursday, 11 November.

Families attending the 2021 Christmas Pageant at Adelaide Oval will again be able to travel there free on public transport.

Twenty Adelaide Metro buses and trams – and four marine safety boats – will be sporting mos throughout Movember, in support of men’s health.

The resurfacing blitz across Adelaide to deliver a smoother ride for motorists continues to roll out with major pavement rehabilitation works set to start soon on Cross Road and at the South Eastern Freeway’s intersection with Cross Road, Portrush Road and Glen Osmond Road.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 3 November.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closure of the Wellington Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 27 October.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closures of the Waikerie Ferry service from 9:30am to 3:30pm each day on Tuesday, 19 October and Wednesday, 20 October.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Morgan Ferry service from 9:30am to 3:30pm on Wednesday, 13 October (weather permitting).

Boaties across South Australia are urged to slow down and stay safe during National Safe Boating Week, which starts tomorrow.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Tailem Bend Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 29 September (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Waikerie Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 22 September (weather permitting).

The latest version of the Department's Forward Work Plan has been released.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Narrung Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Tuesday, 7 September (weather permitting).

As part of National Rail Safety Week (9 – 15 August), South Australians are being urged to Stand Back, Look Up and Stay Rail Safe around local train and tram lines and crossings.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Lyrup Ferry service from 9am to 4pm on Tuesday, 17 August (weather permitting).

An Adelaide Metro tram dedicated to NAIDOC Week has commenced operating today, with beautiful artwork embodying the NAIDOC theme for 2021 ‘Heal Country!’

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Wellington Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 7 July (weather permitting).

Works to implement new temporary traffic arrangements around the Ovingham Level Crossing Removal Project will commence Monday, 21 June, which will affect Torrens Road, Churchill Road and some surrounding streets.

New yellow line marking will be installed on a two kilometre section of the Northern Connector as part of a trial to increase safety and visibility.

A number of temporary closures and restrictions will be required from Sunday, 20 June on Flagstaff Road, between Hyland Avenue and Bonneyview Road, as part of the Flagstaff Road Upgrade Project.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Walker Flat Ferry service from 10am to 1pm on Wednesday, 16 June (weather permitting).

To ensure the safety of all road users, all vehicles registered in South Australia subject to a Takata airbag compulsory recall administered by the ACCC will be refused registration.

Any remaining vehicles still fitted with defective Takata airbags subject to a compulsory safety recall will be refused registration in South Australia from today, and cannot be registered until the airbags are replaced.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Walker Flat Ferry service from 10am to 3pm on Wednesday, 9 June (weather permitting).

Adelaide Metro’s Kardi Munaintya (Emu Dreaming) tram will operate over the next two months to celebrate and support National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport’s Rail Care volunteers were  honoured with a special morning tea at the Convention Centre recently as part of National Volunteers Week.

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

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport wishes to remind motorists that a temporary full closure of Gorge Road between Torrens Hill Road and Tippett Road will be in place on weekdays from Thursday, 20 May until Thursday, 27 May, inclusive, weather permitting.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Purnong Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 19 May (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Waikerie Ferry service from 10am to 12pm on Thursday, 13 May (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Upstream Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 12 May (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Walker Flat Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 5 May (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Cadell Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 28 April (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Morgan Ferry service from 10am to 11am on Thursday, 15 April (weather permitting).

Black contrasting line marking, aimed at improving road safety and visibility, will be trialled on the Northern Connector in a state-first.The new line marking will require the temporary full closure of the Northern Connector to all southbound traffic, and the temporary partial closure to northbound traffic, next weekend.

The On Deck website has been renamed to marinesafety.sa.gov.au AND has grown to include more boating safety information and helpful links than ever before.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises the Cape Jervis Jetty has been reopened to the public today in time for the Easter long weekend.

As part of the Regency Road to Pym Street (R2P) Project, a number of traffic switches will be progressively implemented from approximately 4am Friday, 26 March, 2021, to 30 March, 2021, weather permitting.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is improving safety for motorists with rock stabilisation works along Gorge Road between Athelstone and Tippett Road, near Chain of Ponds, commencing Monday, 29 March 2021.

Boaters are reminded to check their vessels and safety equipment before heading out on the water this March long weekend.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary late night closures of the Outer Harbor and Grange rail lines from Monday, 1 March to Thursday, 8 April, inclusive, with the exception of AFL match days.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Cadell Ferry service from 10am to 12pm on Wednesday, 3 March (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary full closure of the Flinders rail line from just before 10pm on Wednesday, 24 February until first service Thursday, 25 February.

The Regency Road to Pym Street (R2P) Project is on the fast track to completion with the installation of a pedestrian and cyclist overpass that provides important east-west, connectivity between Torrens Road and Regency Road.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Swan Reach Ferry service from 10am to 12pm on Tuesday, 23 February (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Swan Reach Ferry service from 10am to 12pm on Tuesday, 16 February (weather permitting).

Murray the autonomous vehicle is scheduled to return to the roads of Renmark from Tuesday, 9 February for Phase 2 of South Australia’s regional autonomous vehicle trial.

Wardang Island, also known as Waraldi in Narungga Language, is an island located 10 kilometres west of Port Victoria on the mid-west coast of the Yorke Peninsula.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is reminding boaties and holiday-makers to prioritise safety protocols and marine awareness this weekend and on Australia Day.

Cricket fans will be able to travel for free to cheer on the Adelaide Strikers in their final three regular season Big Bash League (BBL) games, which have been relocated to Adelaide Oval.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises the Belair railway line will be partially closed between Blackwood and Belair from first service Thursday, 21 January to last service Tuesday 26 January, inclusive.

The South Road and Regency Road intersection has reopened to traffic following the successful installation of the Regency Road overpass bridge spans.

Adelaide Metro reminds rail users that, as previously announced, the Gawler rail line will be closed until Sunday, 25 April 2021 to allow for works as part of the Gawler Rail Electrification Project.

As part of the Regency Road to Pym Street Project there will be a temporary partial closure of the South Road and Regency Road intersection from 5am Monday, 4 January, to 5am Monday, 11 January, weather permitting.

Adelaide Metro is providing free travel on buses, trains and trams from 5pm, Thursday, 31 December 2020, until the first scheduled service on Friday, 1 January 2021 to help you safely bring in the New Year.

Adelaide Strikers fans will be able to travel to and from home games for free this Big Bash League (BBL) season with Adelaide Oval Express services.

South Australians thinking about purchasing a used car are being reminded of the importance of checking its Used Car Safety Rating (UCSR), with the updated ratings for 2020 launched today.

Adelaide Metro advises that tram and some bus services will operate to a festive season timetable from Tuesday, 29 December 2020 to Thursday, 31 December 2020 (inclusive).

Motorists are advised there will be a partial closure of Flagstaff Road, at Darlington, from 8pm until 6am on the nights of Monday, 14 December, Tuesday, 15 December, and Wednesday, 16 December, for essential maintenance works.

The existing Tonsley rail line, which currently ends at Clovelly Park Railway Station, is temporarily closed for essential works before it reopens as the Flinders rail line in the coming weeks.

Commuters will benefit from improved safety and smoother journeys as resurfacing works along Churchill Road start today Tuesday, 8 December.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary full or partial closures for each Adelaide Metro rail line from 11 – 13 December.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Waikerie Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 9 December (weather permitting).

Adelaide Metro reminds train passengers there will be temporary full or partial closures for each rail line on the weekend of 28 – 29 November.

Essential resurfacing works along Addison Road will commence on Tuesday 24 November, providing improved ride quality and safety for road users.

Adelaide Metro reminds train passengers the existing Tonsley rail line, which currently ends at Clovelly Park Railway Station, will be temporarily closed from last service today, 20 November 2020, before it reopens as the Flinders rail line.

Information about the effect of the State Government lifting some COVID-19 restrictions from 22 November

Adelaide Metro is giving customers more time to submit feedback about their public transport experience, with the Adelaide Metro Customer Satisfaction Survey extended until 5pm on Friday, 4 December.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Narrung Ferry service from 9am to 3pm on Wednesday, 25 November (weather permitting).

Adelaide Metro reminds train passengers the existing Tonsley rail line, which currently ends at Clovelly Park Railway Station, will be temporarily closed from last service on Friday, 20 November 2020, for essential testing and driver training before it reopens as the Flinders rail line in the first weeks of December.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary full or partial closures for each Adelaide Metro rail line on the weekend of 28 – 29 November.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Waikerie Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 19 November (weather permitting).

Eastern Parade users will benefit from improved ride quality and safety as resurfacing works commence between Grand Junction Road and Grand Trunkway.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 18 November (weather permitting).

As the weather starts to warm up across South Australia, grain harvest gets underway across our grain growing regions.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, night and weekend works will be undertaken in the lowered motorway and on South Road to install the final layer of asphalt and line marking.

Motorists are advised there will be a partial closure of South Road for northbound traffic between Cross Road and Anzac Highway from 10pm until 5am on the nights of Tuesday, 10 November, and Wednesday, 11 November, for maintenance works.

Resurfacing works have commenced on Port Wakefield Road ensuring motorists will benefit from a safer and smoother ride.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be extended wait times on the Wellington Ferry travelling east from 9:30am to 1pm on Monday, 9 November (weather permitting).

Adelaide Metro is once again teaming up with the Movember Foundation, with 10 trams and 20 buses growing moustaches throughout the month of November to help make a difference in men’s health.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is proud to have developed its first Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Tailem Bend Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 4 November (weather permitting).

Motorists are advised there will be a partial closure of South Road for northbound traffic between Cross Road and Anzac Highway from 10pm until 6am on the nights of Monday, 26 October, and Tuesday, 27 October, for maintenance works.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Wellington Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 28 October (weather permitting).

Works will be undertaken to replace 38 light poles on King William Road and North Terrace along the Festival Plaza and Botanic tram lines to support overhead infrastructure as part of the City Tram Extension Project. The new poles will enhance the visual amenity of these important cultural precincts and allow the City of Adelaide to use them for major events.

The Adelaide Oval Footy Express will operate at full capacity for both the AFL Preliminary Final and SANFL Grand Final this weekend, to enable spectators to socially distance as much as possible.

The South Australian Government is developing a new strategy for the next ten years: South Australia’s Road Safety Strategy to 2031.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport reminds public transport users that the partial closure of the Gawler rail line between Adelaide and Salisbury during the September/October school holidays has been extended until Christmas Day.

With most of South Australia’s outback roads affected by the recent heavy rainfall, outback travellers are reminded to plan ahead, stay up to date with current road warnings and drive to conditions.

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

Motorists are advised of upcoming partial closures of the Heysen Tunnels to allow for essential safety maintenance works.

The Adelaide Oval Footy Express will operate at full capacity for Port Adelaide’s Qualifying Final against Geelong on Thursday, 1 October to enable spectators to socially distance as much as possible.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Morgan Ferry service from 9am to 1pm on Wednesday, 21 October (weather permitting).

South Australians are being urged to put safety first when they’re out on the sea, the river or a lake as part of National Safe Boating Week from 26 September – 2 October.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary full closures of the Belair and Outer Harbor/Grange rail lines from approximately 7:30pm on Sunday, 27 September until 5:30am on Monday, 28 September for essential electrical maintenance.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closures of the Wellington Ferry service from 9:30am to 3pm on Tuesday, 15 September and Thursday, 17 September (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be temporary closures of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 9:30am to 3pm on Monday, 14 September and Wednesday, 16 September (weather permitting).

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises there will be a temporary closure of the Waikerie Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 9 September (weather permitting).

The Footy Express will continue to operate for the remainder of Adelaide and Port Adelaide’s AFL home and away season matches at Adelaide Oval.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport has streamlined the vehicle inspection system for taxis, rideshares, buses and chauffeur vehicles to save time and money for owners, and provide them with increased flexibility to do business.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport advises that there will be a temporary full closure of the Belair rail line from first service Saturday, 29 August to last service Sunday, 30 August.

The Footy Express will operate at full capacity for Adelaide and Port Adelaide AFL matches at Adelaide Oval this weekend to enable spectators to socially distance as much as possible.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport has more than doubled its marine vessel safety inspections, thanks to a digital safety check app.

South Australians are being urged to be aware of the road rules and dangers around railway tracks as part of Rail Safety Week from 10-16 August.

As part of national Rail Safety Week (10 – 16 August), South Australians are being urged to commit to being RailSAFE, with data showing risky behaviour led to 132 near-misses around rail tracks over the past 12 months.

All remaining cars fitted with a critical defective Takata type airbag inflator will now be refused registration in South Australia from Monday, 10 August until they are rectified, to ensure the safety of all road users.

The Footy Express will operate at full capacity for Adelaide and Port Adelaide AFL matches at Adelaide Oval this week to enable spectators to socially distance as much as possible.

The $3.73 million State Government funded Birkenhead Bridge Upgrade Project, to ensure the State Heritage bridge’s long term structural integrity and safety for all users, is set to commence on Monday, 3 August.

As the popularity of electric and hybrid vehicles grows, The Department reminds potential traders and buyers of the requirement to fix a safety label onto their number plates.

As part of works for the Flinders Link and Darlington Upgrade Projects, the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that various traffic restrictions will be in place in the Bedford Park area this weekend (17 – 20 January 2020).

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that there will be temporary partial night and weekend closures of the Gawler rail line between Adelaide and Salisbury between July and October.

Adelaide Metro has made minor timetable adjustments on services using 39 timetables, to come into effect from July 5.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Swan Reach Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 1 July (weather permitting).

Please be advised the partial Gawler rail line closure between Adelaide and Salisbury during the school holidays from first service, Sunday, 5 July to last service, Saturday, 18 July has been extended to last service, Sunday 19 July. There will also be a full Gawler rail line closure between Adelaide and Gawler on Sunday, 12 July.

Friends and family members who are worried about someone’s fitness to drive can now access an online resource to support them with advice on what to do.

As part of the Flinders Link Project, the Service Road will be closed between Flinders Drive and the entrance to the Flinders Medical Centre northern car park during the following times:6pm Friday, 19 June to 6am Monday, 22 June; and6pm Friday, 26 June to 6am Monday, 29 June.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Purnong Ferry service from 9am to 4pm on Tuesday, 16 June (weather permitting).

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that there will be three weekend partial Gawler rail line closures between the Adelaide Railway Station and Salisbury in June.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, the Southern Expressway will be closed for night works to enable testing of the Intelligent Transport System in the lowered motorway, for three weeks commencing Tuesday, 9 June.

An Adelaide Metro tram bearing striking Aboriginal artwork is again travelling between Adelaide and Glenelg to mark National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Lyrup Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 3 June (weather permitting).

An Adelaide Metro tram featuring contemporary Aboriginal art is operating this week to mark and support National Reconciliation Week, 27 May – 3 June, and NAIDOC Week, which has been rescheduled to later in the year.

The Valuer-General has released South Australian property values for 2020/21, showing modest rises in the property market across the state.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that a temporary full line night closure of the Outer Harbor and Grange rail lines will be in place from 8:30pm, Saturday, 30 May until 5:30am, Sunday, 31 May.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, night works will be undertaken on the South Road surface road and Ayliffes Road to install the final layer of asphalt in the locations detailed.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 10am to 3pm on Wednesday, 27 May (weather permitting).

DPTI's Transport Project Delivery team has been overseeing the installation of LED line marking into  road pavement

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Upstream Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 21 May (weather permitting).

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, the northbound bridge from Main South Road to the Southern Expressway (lowered motorway), and the Ayliffes Road bridge, will be closed for final asphalting works.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Cadell Ferry service from 9:30am to 2pm on Thursday, 14 May (weather permitting).

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises motorists that night works as part of the South Eastern Freeway Managed Motorway Project will commence Sunday, 10 May, for approximately two weeks.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 10am to 3pm on Wednesday, 13 May (weather permitting).

Adelaide Metro wishes to advise that due to a mechanical issue identified on some rail carriages, there will be reduced services across all Adelaide Metro train lines until further notice with the exception of the Seaford and Tonsley lines.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that as a result of winds exceeding 100km/h in the past 24 hours, the Granite Island Causeway at Victor Harbor will be closed to all pedestrians and vehicles, including the horse-drawn tram, until further notice.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Walker Flat Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 7 May (weather permitting).

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) wishes to advise that due to predicted weather conditions Gorge Road has been closed from today, 29 April, between Torrens Hill Road to the Playford Bridge, with an anticipated re-opening on Friday, 1 May.

A simple train of thought, wondering how a workmate is doing, can be turned into a meaningful conversation, that conversation starts easily with the simple question “are you ok?”.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, asphalting and construction works will be undertaken from 6am, Monday, 27 April to 6am, Monday, 4 May, weather permitting.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that the temporary night and weekend closures on the Gawler rail line will be extended from Monday, 27 April to Friday, 3 July, inclusive.

Motorists are advised of routine line marking works on the Southern Expressway, which will require partial closures of the expressway on Sunday, 26 April, and Sunday, 3 May.

The intersection of Torrens Street and Crozier Road will be closed from 7am, Monday, 27 April, until 6pm, Monday, 4 May, while asphalting works are carried out as part of the new roundabout project in Victor Harbor.

A new 20-storey office block at 83 Pirie Street that will become the new home for the Department for Infrastructure and Transport

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure has released for public consultation a draft framework for its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan, as required under the South Australian Disability Inclusion Act, 2019.

Motorists are advised of essential safety maintenance for electrical systems, including the ventilation, lighting, fire detection and emergency management systems, which will require the partial closure of the Heysen Tunnels.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) reminds public transport users of a partial closure of the Gawler rail line, between Adelaide and Salisbury station, after last service Friday, 10 April to last service Friday, 24 April.

As part of the Regency Road to Pym Street (R2P) Project, the North-South Motorway, between Regency Road and Grand Junction Road, will be closed during the Easter break from 10pm, Thursday, 9 April until midday, Monday 13 April..

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure advises that the Heysen Tunnels will be closed for essential maintenance works from 7pm, Friday, 3 April until 8am, Saturday, 4 April.

Adelaide Metro is transitioning to a cashless system from Monday, 30 March, to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

As part of finishing works for the Northern Connector Project, temporary closures and detours will be in place on the Northern Connector and the South Road Superway, between the Northern Connector’s Bolivar Interchange and Grand Junction Road, this weekend.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 10am to 3pm on Thursday, 26 March (weather permitting).

The Department advises that temporary partial night and weekend closures during March, April and May will be in place on the Seaford rail line to facilitate works for the Meyer Road Bridge Replacement Project in Lonsdale.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that temporary partial night closures will be in place on the Gawler rail line between Adelaide and Salisbury from Monday, 16 March, to Thursday, 9 April, inclusive.

The Adelaide Metro public transport contracts have now been awarded for the provision of bus and light rail, following a rigorous tender process.

As part of the Flinders Link Project, Sturt Road, between Laffer Drive and Bradley Grove, will be closed in both directions from 8pm, Friday, 21 February, to 6am, Monday, 24 February, for the installation of steel beam bridge girders to form the base of the elevated bridge deck.

Works to improve ride quality will be undertaken on McIntyre Road between The Golden Way and Wright Road, commencing each night from 7pm, Tuesday, 18 February to 6am, Friday, 6 March, weather permitting.

As part of the Northern Connector Project, the Northern Expressway on-ramp from Port Wakefield Road (northbound) will be permanently closed from 8pm, Sunday, 16 February, weather permitting.

As part of the Flinders Link Project, the Main South Road (northbound) surface road, will be temporarily closed from 5am to 8pm, Saturday, 15 February.

A positive new initiative was recently launched in a partnership between DPTI and the City of Adelaide aimed at keeping people safer while they wait for transport home after a Saturday night in the city.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade and Flinders Link Projects, works will be undertaken on Saturday, 8 and Sunday, 9 February. These works were previously cancelled due to inclement weather.

Adelaide Metro advises that the Grange Rail Line will be partially closed from 8:00pm Tuesday 11 February to Sunday 16 February 2020 to facilitate the 2020 Women’s Australian Open Golf Tournament at the Royal Adelaide Golf Club.

The South Australian Government is delivering $7.39 million worth of essential resurfacing works to five sections of the South Eastern Freeway between Mount Barker and Callington, with night works beginning this week.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Cadell Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 6 February (weather permitting).

As part of the Northern Connector Project, night works will be undertaken on Port Wakefield Road (southbound only) and the Northern Expressway (southbound only), for road resurfacing, installation of gantries and safety barrier for the final stages of the Northern Interchange.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, works will be undertaken on Sunday, 2 February, for the installation of a gantry, light poles and barriers, as well as asphalting works.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 9:30am to 1:30pm on Thursday, 30 January (weather permitting).

Motorists are advised that both permanent traffic changes and temporary traffic restrictions will occur as part of the Darlington Upgrade Project from Tuesday morning (28 January).

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Purnong Ferry service from 10am to 12:30pm on Wednesday, 22 January (weather permitting).

The South Australian Government has launched the SA Bushfire Appeal to raise funds for people directly affected by the Cudlee Creek and Kangaroo Island fires.

The latest information for communities affected by bushfires is available on the State Recovery website.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that temporary night closures will be in place on the Outer Harbor and Grange rail lines on Friday, 17 January and Saturday, 18 January.

As part of the Northern Connector Project, the Port River Expressway will be temporarily closed to traffic in both directions between Hanson Road and the South Road Superway from 8pm Sunday, 12 January until 5am Monday, 20 January 2020, weather permitting.

As part of the Regency Road to Pym Street (R2P) Project, a traffic switch will be implemented at the South Road intersection with Regency Road, effective from 7pm Monday, 13 January 2020.

Motorists are advised that a new red light and speed camera will be activated at the Globe Derby Drive/Port Wakefield Road intersection, Globe Derby Park, on Wednesday, 8 January.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that temporary partial night closures will be in place on the Gawler rail line from Monday, 13 January 2020, to Saturday, 25 January 2020, inclusive.

Motorists are advised that two new red light and speed cameras have been activated at high-priority locations near schools.

As part of the Flinders Link Project, the Southern Expressway (lowered motorway) will be closed in both directions and the Main South Road (southbound) surface road will also be closed between Sturt Road and Flinders Drive from 8pm, Friday, 10 January 2020.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, the bridge that takes northbound traffic over the Southern Expressway to the Main South Road surface road will be closed for five weeks, from 6am, 7 January 2020, to facilitate construction of the shared use path and kerbing.

As part of the Northern Connector Project, the South Road Superway will be closed to traffic in both directions between Regency Park and the Port River Expressway/Salisbury Highway for approximately two weeks, from 3pm, Thursday, 2 January 2020.

Public transport will be free for Big Bash League (BBL) fans attending Adelaide Strikers’ Men’s first home match of the 2019/20 season next Monday.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, another stage of the new motorway is opening to traffic, providing improved connectivity throughout the project.

DPTI is marking the 125th anniversary of South Australia’s legislation that allowed women to vote with a timeline showing the progression of women within the department.

Adelaide Metro is providing free buses, trains and trams from 5pm, Tuesday, 31 December 2019, until the first scheduled service on Wednesday, 1 January 2020 to help you safely bring in the New Year.

Adelaide Metro has released this year’s festive season timetables, from Friday, 27 December 2019 through to Friday, 3 January 2020 (inclusive), with less travel days affected compared to last year.

Elizabeth railway station has received a meaningful and beautiful addition with the installation of a striking piece of art by Indigenous artist Elizabeth Yanyi Close.

Motorists are advised that four new red light and speed cameras have been activated today, Tuesday, 10 December, at high-priority locations.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, night works will be undertaken to install a gantry sign on the lowered motorway and Ayliffes Road bridge.

Pedestrian safety is set to be improved at a busy wombat crossing in front of the Brighton Surf Life Saving Club, with construction underway on a $128,000 safety upgrade.

Motorists are advised a traffic switch will occur on Main North Road, Evanston on Monday, 9 December, as part of the Gawler East Link Road (GELR) and Tulloch Road Intersection Upgrade projects.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Tailem Bend Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 11 December (weather permitting).

Motorists are advised that a new red light and speed camera has been activated today (Thursday, 5 December) at the intersection of Montague Road and Walkleys Road, Ingle Farm.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Wellington Ferry service from 11am to 2pm on Thursday, 5 December (weather permitting).

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Narrung Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 4 December (weather permitting).

Road users are advised that amendments to the Australian Road Rules, aimed at removing ambiguity and improving road safety, will come into effect in South Australia on Sunday.

As part of the Flinders Link Project, the Main South Road (southbound) surface road between Sturt Road and Flinders Drive will be closed from 8pm, Friday, 6 December to 6am, Monday, 9 December.

Public spaces owned by DPTI are getting a makeover, with seven art installations coming to life over the past month, courtesy of the Rail Care team and a group of talented artists.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that the Granite Island Causeway at Victor Harbor has been reopened to pedestrians and vehicles, including the horse-drawn tram, which had been closed earlier today as a result of winds exceeding 100km/h in the past 24 hours.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises the planned closure of the Narrung Ferry service on Wednesday, 20 November has been cancelled, due to forecasted unfavourable weather conditions.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Lyrup Ferry service from 9am to 3pm on Tuesday, 19 November (weather permitting).

Safety for motorists will soon be improved between Pukatja (Ernabella) and Umuwa in South Australia’s APY Lands, with sealing works currently underway, as part of the APY Main Access Road Upgrade Project.

As part of the Torrens Road to River Torrens Project, the T2T Alliance will be undertaking testing and commissioning of the two remaining activated pedestrian crossings at Coglin Street and West Street, Hindmarsh from Friday, 15 November.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, changed traffic conditions will be in place in the following locations from 8pm, Friday, 15 November, until 6am, Monday, 18 November, for road reconstruction works.

Motorists are advised that a new red light and speed camera has been activated today (Tuesday, 12 November) at the intersection of Main North, Womma and Tolmer Roads, Elizabeth Park.

Road users are reminded to take extra care while travelling in South Australia’s regions over the coming months as grain harvest gets underway.

Northern Connector Program Lead George Panagopoulos has been acknowledged at RAW’s second Annual Gala Fundraiser, Goal 100 Program

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 13 November (weather permitting).

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Purnong Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 7 November (weather permitting).

Will you catch an #AdelaideMetMo tram or bus this November?

No need to ride your one-horse open sleigh, Adelaide Metro is providing extra buses, trains and trams to get you to and from this year’s National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant on Saturday, November 9.

Motorists are advised that a temporary partial closure of the lowered motorway is required to complete the installation of anti-throw screens on Port Road and the service bridge north of Port Road.

The 2019 DPTI Safety Awards have celebrated some great initiatives delivered by DPTI staff over the past 12 months.

DPTI continues to take on its important responsibilities in building a better future, and this week our Flinders Link Project team spent a day with a group of Flinders University engineering students

Traffic changes will be in place this weekend for the Darlington Upgrade Project, impacting multiple roads, as works continue on resurfacing and piling.

A new speed and red light camera will be activated at the Main North Road and Kings Road intersection, Parafield, this week in an effort to reduce road trauma.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) is improving safety and connectivity in the area, particularly between Happy Valley and Hallett Cove, by upgrading the intersection of Main South Road with Candy Road and Lander Road, O’Halloran Hill from Monday, 28 October.

DPTI’s Acknowledgement of Aboriginal Country Signage Project has received the 2019 Australian Institute of Landscape Architects National Landscape Architecture Award of Excellence for Community Contribution.

The new $100 million Whyalla school project, which is being managed through the Across Government Services division, has reached an exciting milestone.

As part of road resurfacing works for the Darlington Upgrade Project, traffic restrictions will be in place at the Shepherds Hill Road, Ayliffes Road and South Road intersection from 8pm Friday, 18 October until 6am Monday, 21 October.

DPTI has again been involved in helping to foster the future of skilled students who may one day join our ranks.

On Monday 30 September, the Northern Connector team celebrated a significant milestone, landing the final bridge beam on the project.

Check out some of the impressive aerial photos taken recently of the Flinders Link Project site!

Rail Care volunteers from Lynton and the Blackwood Action Group put in a massive effort over two mornings to plant 1400 native understorey tube-stock plants around Blackwood train station recently.

Motorists are advised that upcoming essential safety maintenance works in the Heysen Tunnels will require two partial closures and one full detour in the coming weeks.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, access to the Southern Expressway via the Main South Road on-ramp from Flinders Drive, will be closed from 8pm Sunday 13 October for approximately three weeks.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) urges road users and boaters to keep safety top of mind this long weekend when out on the road and the water to keep themselves, passengers and those around them safe.

As part of road resurfacing and utility service works for the Darlington Upgrade Project, partial closures of the Shepherds Hill Road, Ayliffes Road and South Road intersection will be in place over the next two weekends.

Works to widen the left-turn lane on Greenhill Road (eastern approach) at the intersection of Portrush Road will commence Tuesday, 8 October.

As the world celebrates the International Day of Older Persons, The Department can boast a healthy range of ages among staff, with five generations working together across the organisation.

Road users driving to the 2019 Innamincka Gymkhana and Motokhana event this weekend are encouraged to Think! Road Safety on outback roads.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Purnong Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 26 September (weather permitting).

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Wellington Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 25 September (weather permitting).

The Port River Expressway (PREXY) will be closed to traffic in both directions between Hanson Road and the Salisbury Highway near the South Road Superway over the weekend as part of the Northern Connector Project.

The State Government has today formally terminated the $150M Yatala Labour Prison Redevelopment Project Managing Contractor procurement process.

Night and weekend works on the North-South Motorway to install anti-throw screen columns have been extended until Monday, 30 September.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Mannum Downstream Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 19 September (weather permitting).

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Tailem Bend Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 12 September (weather permitting).

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Narrung Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 5 September (weather permitting).

Magill Road, between Fullarton and Portrush Roads, will be partially closed from 7pm, Monday, 2 September, until the end of September, weather permitting, for road resurfacing works.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, access to the Southern Expressway from Main South Road will be closed for three nights from Tuesday, 27 August.

Pedestrians and cyclists will soon have the ability to safely cross over the Inner Ring Route on Park Road, between Melbourne Road and Park Terrace, as a result of a $510,000 safety upgrade.

As part of the Torrens Road to River Torrens Project, night and weekend works are required on the North-South Motorway to install anti-throw screen columns and panels and replace service pit lids from Monday, 26 August to Monday, 16 September, weather permitting.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that temporary late night closures will be in place on the Outer Harbor and Grange rail line from Monday, 26 August to Thursday, 29 August, and Monday, 9 September to Thursday, 12 September.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Cadell Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 21 August (weather permitting).

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Cadell Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 15 August (weather permitting).

As part of national Rail Safety Week (12 – 18 August), South Australians are being urged to ensure their knowledge of road rules and dangers around railway tracks.

As part of the Darlington Upgrade Project, changed traffic conditions will be in place from 8pm, Friday, 9 August, until 6am, Monday, 12 August, for road reconstruction works.

The $1.5 million South Australian Government funded upgrade of the Regency Road and Churchill Road intersection in Prospect has been completed.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Morgan Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 1 August (weather permitting).

New artwork at Oaklands Railway Station is receiving the finishing touches this week..

The driverless vehicle trials continue across South Australia, now in the northern suburb of Munno Para.

Tram testing is planned to take place in the city this afternoon (Tuesday, 23 July), as major track works for the City South Tram Line Replacement Project near completion.

Asphalt works will be underway on King William Street from 7pm tonight (Friday, 19 July) until 6am Tuesday, 23 July, weather permitting, as part of the City South Tram Line Replacement Project.

With children across the state heading back to school on Monday, 22 July, drivers are reminded to travel at 25km/h in school zones and when passing school buses picking up or dropping off children.

Early works are underway to improve road safety and traffic flow at the junction of Newton Road and Graves Street, Newton.

Road surfacing works will be undertaken on South Road, St Marys this weekend, as part of the Darlington Upgrade Project.

A new speed and red light camera will be activated at the Hampstead Road and Folland Avenue intersection in Northfield this week in an effort to reduce road trauma.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) will be improving pedestrian safety by installing safety bollards on the north-east side of Diagonal Road, Glenelg East, in front of Glenelg Primary School.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure is undertaking night works along North Terrace, King William Street, and King William Road, from Sunday 7 July for approximately two weeks.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) is partnering with Lifeline Australia and the TrackSAFE Foundation to promote and support suicide prevention.

Road surfacing works will be undertaken on Ayliffes Road, St Marys this weekend, as part of the Darlington Upgrade Project.

Night works will be undertaken in the rail corridor between Clovelly Park and Tonsley stations from 8pm, Friday, 28 June until 6am, Monday, 1 July as part of the Flinders Link Project.

Visitors to the Adelaide Boat Show can have their boating questions answered and even sit for their boat licence exam at the Marine Safety display this year.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be night works on Main North and Para Roads, Evanston Park from Tuesday, 25 June as part of the Gawler East Link Road Project.

The Department ran an online survey to better understand the knowledge, skills and behaviours of South Australian recreational boaters.

Adelaide Metro advises there will be temporary late night rail closures on the Belair, Outer Harbor and Grange lines over the next fortnight, to allow for scheduled maintenance works.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Purnong Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 19 June (weather permitting).

South Australia’s first-ever Performance Based Standards B-Quad Road Train has been introduced to the state’s road network to transport produce from farms in the Southern Mallee to Virginia Farm Produce at Virginia.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Swan Reach Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, 13 June (weather permitting).

The Valuer-General has released South Australian property values for 2019/20, showing a buoyant property market across the state.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Waikerie Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Tuesday, 4 June (weather permitting).

Over the next two months, the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) is operating an Adelaide Metro tram decorated with contemporary Aboriginal art, to mark and support National Reconciliation and NAIDOC weeks.

A tram painted in Aboriginal artwork is helping to focus attention on National Reconciliation week, celebrating this year's theme of Grounded in Truth - Walk Together with Courage.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises there will be a temporary closure of the Swan Reach Ferry service from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday, 29 May (weather permitting).

The Craig Gilbert Bridge will be demolished this weekend to enable the continued construction of the Southern Interchange entry point to the Northern Connector marking a significant step in the $885 million Northern Connector project.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) advises that the Old Murray Bridge will be temporarily closed between 8.30am and 5.30pm on Tuesday, 28 May and Thursday, 30 May, for essential maintenance works.

The Port River Expressway (PREXY) will be closed this weekend between Hanson Road and the South Road Superway in both directions, to allow for the demolition of the Craig Gilbert Bridge.

Drainage works are set to commence on King William Street this Monday 27 May, as part of the City South Tram Line Replacement Project.

Motorists are advised there will be a partial closure of South Road for northbound traffic between Cross Road and Anzac Highway from 10pm until 5am on the nights of Friday, 24 May, and Saturday, 25 May, to allow works.

From July 1, South Australians will get to choose their own Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance provider when they renew their vehicle’s registration.

Marine Safety patrols were kept busy over the Easter break, as a boat safety blitz on the River Murray and around the Yorke Peninsula resulted in 61 expiations being issued.

When passengers arrive aboard gigantic cruise ships, a small team of The Department's staff step into action to make sure they are welcomed and safely moved into the city.

Motorists are advised there will be a closure of the Heysen Tunnels this week on the night of May 10 to allow for routine maintenance activities to occur.

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) wishes to advise that due to predicted weather conditions Gorge Road will be closed from 2pm today, 8 May, between Torrens Hill Road to the Playford Bridge, with an anticipated re-opening on Friday 10 May.