Departmental media releases

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

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

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

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

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.

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.