Departmental media releases

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.