Accelerating planning approvals
In 2021, South Australia introduced the Planning and Design Code and Australia’s first fully digital, 24/7 planning system, PlanSA.
The Planning and Design Code has improved the planning landscape in South Australia and has enabled the State Government to fast-track approvals for simple applications to help alleviate the pressures of housing availability and affordability.
Changes to the planning system are underway to streamline approval processes, enabling the revised process to be up to 18 months faster compared to the current process:
- Streamlined code amendment process
- Transparent tracking of code amendment
- Outline consent assessment tool
- Faster land division assessment
- Real property reforms
- Automated planning decision against set criteria
- Encourage combining local government assessment panels and planning departments
- Activating existing land holdings.
Planning news
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State housing and planning approvals surge
Housing and planning approvals in South Australia continue to build momentum, thanks to the state government’s landmark housing reforms under the Premier's Housing Roadmap.- housing
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03/06/2026 -
Fast tracking Australia’s first neighbourhood for first homebuyers
The nation’s first neighbourhood exclusively for first homebuyers – in Adelaide’s northern suburbs – will be fast-tracked with a $50 million investment in the State Budget to help accelerate construction of 400 homes.- affordable
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02/06/2026 -
Ride extended for the Adelaide Bike Kitchen
The state government has secured a lifeline for the Adelaide Bike Kitchen by sourcing the volunteer-run organisation a new base located just around the corner from its current home.20/05/2026 -
South Australia pioneers new type of suburban home
The state government is addressing the gap between traditional detached homes and larger apartment buildings by bringing back ‘missing middle’ housing that can be built across Adelaide.- housing
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21/05/2026 -
Massive boost to the number of homes at Southwark
About 400 additional homes could be built at the state government’s Southwark Grounds development on Port Road, boosting the total number of homes from 1300 to around 1700 dwellings.- housing
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18/05/2026 -
The state's 1,452 home vision for Seaton takes shape
Work is now underway on Stage 2 of the Seaton development, which will turn a 101-home project into a 1,452-home urban transformation.- housing
13/05/2026 -
Green light for Barossa InterContinental
A significant new hotel and tourism development in the Barossa Valley has been granted planning approval, paving the way for a world-class hospitality offering in one of South Australia's most celebrated wine regions.- infrastructure
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06/05/2026 -
Rent-To-Owners set to move into dream homes
Renters are getting set to move into their own dream homes in Seaford, as work enters the final stages of the first family homes and first southern homes released under the state government’s Rent-To-Own scheme.- affordable
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04/05/2026 -
South Australia tops the nation in building more homes
A major national report released today confirms South Australia is outperforming every other state and territory in housing supply growth, as the State Government continues to drive policies to build more homes.- housing
30/04/2026 -
Community input sought to shape the future of Magill campus
Residents are again being encouraged to help shape the future of the Magill campus, with community feedback sought on high-level plans for a new green and inclusive neighbourhood that addresses local needs alongside aged care and housing demand.- housing
24/04/2026 -
Getting more South Australians into their own homes
The State Government is delivering on another significant election commitment within weeks of polling day, extending low-deposit home loan products to provide more homes to South Australians, including police officers, firefighters and Technical College graduates.- affordable
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22/04/2026 -
Doors open on 50 new homes for women at risk
A new studio apartment building for women at risk of homelessness has been completed, as the State Government continues to increase the number of public homes for South Australians who need them.- housing
16/04/2026 -
13,514 homes built for South Australians in 2025
More homes were built in 2025 in South Australia than in any other year as the State Government continues to deliver record breaking housing growth.- housing
15/04/2026 -
32 more Rent-To-Buy homes in Seaford
Renters who want a pathway to home ownership are encouraged to apply for the largest release of homes under the State Government’s Rent-to-Buy scheme that are under construction in Adelaide’s south.- affordable
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26/11/2025 -
A connected housing vision for the Inner South
The State Government is wasting no time in getting on with building more homes for South Australians by progressing a masterplan for a new inner-south neighbourhood connecting three inner-city housing developments on strategic State Government land.- planning
26/03/2026 -
Full vision for Southwark’s transformation revealed
Southwark Grounds will transform into a fully serviced inner-city neighbourhood as a South Australian developer is selected as the master developer to transform two-thirds of the former West End Brewery site.- housing
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24/02/2026 -
Milestones flow in first year of Housing Roadmap
Two critical water and sewer infrastructure projects have now commenced enabling new homes to be built in Adelaide’s northern suburbs, as the state government continues to deliver on its commitment for more homes to more South Australians one year on from the launch of the Premier’s Housing Roadmap.- affordable
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20/06/2025 -
Port Stanvac’s coastal transformation starts now
The future of Port Stanvac is set to take shape with the public release of the site’s Master Plan, outlining a bold vision for the redevelopment of Adelaide’s southern coastline.- housing
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- planning
10/06/2025 -
Historic partnership to unlock Adelaide’s skyline
The State Government has partnered with the Adelaide Airport to deliver a transformative policy that will change Adelaide’s skyline forever, sending building heights soaring.- housing
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28/10/2025 -
Preserving rail corridors to support growing northern communities
The State Government is preserving the longest rail corridor in recent history, in a move that could see public transport trains run all the way through to Two Wells.- planning
25/02/2026 -
A new epicentre for arts and culture in the CBD
The State Government has launched a landmark partnership with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation to create a brand-new Arts & Media Hub in the heart of the CBD.- infrastructure
18/02/2026 -
Iconic Kent Town pub to rise again as 211 new homes
After laying vacant for over a decade, construction set to begin on a major residential and mixed-use development at the heritage-listed former Royal Hotel in Kent Town.- housing
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18/02/2026 -
Student accommodation to bring new energy to North Terrace
One of Adelaide’s largest student housing complexes will rise directly opposite the state’s largest university campus, following a strategic land sale by the State Government through Renewal SA.- housing
16/02/2026 -
More homes, approved faster in South Australia
South Australia is approving homes faster than any other state according to a new report.- housing
11/02/2026 -
More upgrades for Curtis Road
The State Government will upgrade a notorious intersection on Curtis Road, taking the total commitment for Curtis Road upgrades to almost $300 million.- infrastructure
10/02/2026 -
Defence sites offer opportunity for urban renewal
The State Government will investigate the possibility of acquiring defence sites at four key locations across Adelaide that have been deemed surplus to requirements by the Commonwealth Government.- planning
04/02/2026 -
Magill campus to become community hub
More than 60 per cent of the main Magill campus site will be retained for open space, sport and community use under a plan released by the State Government.- housing
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02/02/2026 -
More homes for South Australian first homebuyers
The State Government has reached a historic deal with the Federal Government worth $801.5 million to build 6,877 homes for South Australian first home buyers.- housing
02/02/2026 -
First net public housing increase this century
The State Government has officially delivered the first significant net increase to South Australia’s public housing stock in a generation, according to data released overnight.- affordable
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30/01/2026 -
More homes are being built than ever before
There are more homes under construction in South Australia right now than there ever has been before, as the State Government continues to drive policies to increase housing supply in the state.- housing
22/01/2026 -
World class health facility and more homes coming to Bowden
A cutting-edge, multi-level health and wellness centre will anchor Bowden’s newest apartment complex, transforming one of the State Government’s premier urban-renewal precincts into a lifestyle and wellbeing destination.- housing
21/01/2026 -
Planning for the future of regional South Australia
Six regional plans providing a clear pathway for strategic growth in regions across South Australia have been released by the State Government.- planning
19/01/2026 -
Expanding access to South Australia’s reservoirs
The State Government is investing $4.35 million to expand recreational access to two reservoir reserves, helping to support the state’s recreational fishing sector and unlocking new opportunities for people to enjoy the great outdoors.- infrastructure
16/01/2026 -
Adelaide’s newest suburb set to soar
A proposed code amendment would increase building heights at Adelaide’s newest suburb, Southwark, to unlock the site’s full potential as a vibrant residential and mixed-use community close to the CBD.- housing
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15/01/2026 -
Housing momentum continues to grow in South Australia
There has been another year-on-year surge in housing supply as the State Government continues to drive policies to build more homes for South Australians.- housing
08/01/2026 -
200 more homes up for grabs in the north after record-breaking 2025
2025 was a record-breaking year of sales at Playford Alive, with hundreds of blocks of land snapped up by homebuyers looking for affordable family living.- affordable
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02/01/2026 -
Frames go up and buyers sign on at Southwark
Adelaide’s newest suburb Southwark officially has its first residents, as the ambitious promise to have frames up at the former West End Brewery site by Christmas is delivered by the State Government.- housing
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22/12/2025 -
Bentzen Court flats to be completely refurbished
The State Government will undertake a major renovation of the Bentzen Court flats in Gilberton.- housing
19/12/2025 -
Adelaide’s new growth front in the north
The State Government has commenced major planning initiatives to deliver housing and public open space in Adelaide’s north.- housing
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15/12/2025 -
Work begins on 1,000 new homes in the south
Work is officially underway at Onkaparinga Heights – South Australia’s newest master-planned community, offering homebuyers a rare chance to purchase in Adelaide’s southern suburbs.- housing
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15/12/2025 -
Vibes are high as SA leads the nation in housing confidence
South Australians are at record high levels of confidence within the property sector, with the state blitzing the rest of the nation in a survey of the industry.- housing
11/12/2025 -
Southwark suburb boundaries finalised
The boundaries for the new suburb of Southwark have been confirmed, marking a significant milestone in the restoration of a historic suburb and the transformation of a key inner-city precinct.- housing
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10/06/2025 -
Sewer smell solution secured for southern suburbs
The State Government is fixing a smelly problem in Morphett Vale.- infrastructure
18/10/2024 -
New legislation to accelerate housing, jobs
New laws to speed up delivery of new homes and jobs by streamlining timeframes for government approvals have been introduced into State Parliament.- housing
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10/02/2025 -
The plan to deliver Concordia’s future
A detailed concept plan of future infrastructure that will underpin 12,000 new homes to support around 25,000 to 30,000 new residents at Concordia over the next thirty years has been released.- housing
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30/09/2025 -
SA's efficient planning system approving more homes faster
Improvements made by the State Government to the state’s planning system are helping get houses to market quicker than ever.- housing
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20/11/2024 -
New affordable housing development in Blakeview
The state government will transform vacant land in Blakeview into a new, high quality affordable housing development for low-income earners or first home buyers.- affordable
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23/01/2025 -
Deeds signed for Onkaparinga Heights
The State Government has achieved a major milestone at the Onkaparinga Heights land release site, striking an agreement with the landowners specifying the infrastructure requirements for the southern suburbs development.- affordable
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09/01/2025 -
First step towards a quicker, safer Curtis Road
The first stage to a quicker, safer drive for commuters on a key thoroughfare in Adelaide’s growing Northern suburbs will be delivered with a $250 million investment to remove the Curtis Road level crossing in Munno Para.- infrastructure
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26/05/2025 -
More Homes for South Australians
The South Australian Government is making a record $1.5 billion investment in water and sewer infrastructure to remove critical barriers to the construction of new homes and unlock thousands of new allotments.- housing
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25/06/2024 -
Housing Trust flats safer after security upgrades
Increased security and safety measures for Housing Trust sites are having a positive impact, with tenants reporting feeling safer at sites that were targeted for improvement.- affordable
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13/10/2025 -
Building new Housing Trust in Camden Park
Detailed plans have been released for a new South Australia Housing Trust apartment complex, with the Federal and State Governments working together to improve the quantity and quality of public housing in the state.- affordable
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19/11/2024 -
Housing Roadmap milestone as services flow to build-ready blocks
In the first 100 days following the Housing Roadmap, more than a thousand new allotments have been approved for construction with guaranteed water and sewer services, following the completion of several supporting roadmap initiatives.- affordable
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- infrastructure
03/10/2024 -
SA leads nation after Housing Roadmap release
South Australia’s growth in private sector house approvals, since the release of the State Government’s Housing Roadmap in June 2024, is leading the nation.- housing
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07/01/2025 -
Review into SA Housing Trust Maintenance Contract
The South Australian Government will commence a review of the South Australian Housing Trust Maintenance Contracts following concerning reports over the delivery of maintenance works as well as the alleged non-payment of subcontractors have come to light.- infrastructure
01/07/2024 -
Housing Roadmap milestones flow as Roseworthy works ramp up
Work to deliver the critical water and sewer infrastructure needed to support housing growth in Adelaide’s north has reached another major milestone, with the first new pipes laid to expand the local water network supplying Roseworthy.- housing
- infrastructure
28/02/2025 -
335 more homes for South Australia with Housing Australia Future Fund boost
South Australia is surging ahead and is on track to deliver more than 335 new social housing homes, including apartments, after the Federal Government announced more than $200 million of investment from the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF).- affordable
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04/07/2025 -
Construction underway on apartments to support vulnerable women
The State Government has reached an important milestone, with work underway to build an apartment block in Adelaide’s CBD to support older women at risk of homelessness.- affordable
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13/11/2024 -
A new era of South Australian history given heritage protection
A new era of South Australia’s history will be given heritage protections with the adoption of a new code amendment that will preserve the unique character of twentieth-century suburbs.- planning
26/09/2025 -
More homes and shops proposed in St Clair Code Amendment
A code amendment will investigate a proposal by a private landowner to develop land around the St Clair Shopping Centre to create a new housing, retail and hospitality development.- housing
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11/02/2025 -
Adelaide's first skyscraper approved
Adelaide is set to reach new heights with plans for the City’s first skyscraper given the green light by the State Commission Assessment Panel (SCAP).- planning
12/06/2025 -
Prefab housing project launched ahead of industry roundtable
The state government has announced a tender for the construction of 120 turn-key homes using modern prefabricated construction methods.- affordable
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19/06/2025 -
New Northern Park Lands
The State Government will make the most significant investment in public open space in Greater Adelaide ever, creating a new Northern Park Lands.- infrastructure
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18/03/2025 -
Bringing South Australia’s reservoirs to life
Not-for-profit organisations across the state are invited to apply for funding to bring their ideas for South Australia’s open-access reservoir reserves to life.- infrastructure
11/08/2025 -
Investigations to guide development in Adelaide’s inner west
Adelaide’s urban density in the inner western suburbs will be examined, with the State Government investigating future development areas.- housing
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14/04/2025 -
The Square open to the public at West Beach
The State Government has opened a new $2.9 million public square at West Beach Parks, just in time for the summer school holidays.- infrastructure
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16/12/2024 -
Developer selected to create 800 home Aldinga development
Sustainability and affordability will be the focus of a new housing development at Aldinga, after the South Austalian Government reached an agreement with Villawood Properties to develop a key parcel of land in Adelaide’s south.- affordable
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- infrastructure
28/08/2024 -
More homes, more funding for northern suburbs
More than 1300 new homes will be built in the northern suburbs as the State Government reveals plans for a major expansion of one of Australia’s largest urban renewal projects.- affordable
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- infrastructure
13/01/2025 -
Social housing to be considered in all planning decisions
The State Government is reinforcing its commitment to expanding social and affordable housing by introducing a new requirement that SA Housing Trust will be formally consulted on all new planning code amendments.- affordable
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23/05/2025 -
Stables make way for homes in bold housing solution
The state government is continuing with its bold approach to tackling housing supply issues by unlocking land once used for horse racing activities near Morphettville Racecourse for residential development.- housing
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19/05/2025 -
New northern suburbs high school site selected as Government preserves land for key infrastructure
The State Government has identified a 10-hectare parcel of land in Adelaide’s growing northern suburbs as the site of a new $155.3 million secondary school due for completion in 2028.- housing
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18/03/2025 -
Dozens of new homes for Port Pirie
The State Government is providing a $1 million funding boost to an Adelaide-based housing developer to deliver dozens of new houses in the State’s Mid-North.- housing
04/08/2025 -
$59 million to expedite new homes in Adelaide’s north
The South Australian Government will accelerate $59 million in water and sewer infrastructure upgrades in Adelaide’s northern suburbs to ensure new homes can be delivered as quickly as possible.- housing
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25/05/2024 -
SA leads the nation in Housing Scoreboard
The State Government’s efforts to address the housing crisis have been recognised by a leading national industry body, with South Australia ranked number one in HIA’s Housing Policy Scoreboard.- housing
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07/02/2025 -
Antisocial behaviour crackdown is making Housing Trust flats safer
New data released today shows increased security and safety measures introduced by the State Government is having an impact on antisocial behaviour at a set of Housing Trust flats at Glenside.- affordable
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- policy
21/11/2025 -
400 homes to transform iconic Racecourse precinct
Construction has begun on 400 new homes next to the Morphettville Racecourse as the urban revitalisation of an iconic South Australian location continues.- affordable
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27/05/2025 -
Experts sought to shape South Australia's built environment
The Office for Design and Architecture SA (ODASA) is inviting passionate and experienced built environment experts to join the State Design Review Panel.- infrastructure
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- skills
24/10/2025 -
Brompton Gasworks to be reborn as vibrant neighbourhood
One of the most complex soil remediation projects in South Australia’s history is now complete with the site of the Brompton Gasworks now safe and ready for homes, open spaces and new community amenities.- affordable
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20/10/2025 -
Strengthening water security for First Nations communities
Several projects that will improve water security for First Nations communities across South communities are complete or underway as part of a joint commitment between the Federal Government through the National Water Grid Fund and the State Government.- infrastructure
10/10/2025 -
Builders Panel to Streamline New Builds
New government-led residential developments will be able to start faster with the creation of a new Builders Panel to remove the need for lengthy tender processes.- affordable
- housing
- skills
31/07/2024 -
Northern Adelaide intersection fix to support new housing
A notorious intersection in Adelaide’s northern suburbs will be fixed, thanks to a partnership between the Australian and South Australian governments.- infrastructure
22/11/2024 -
Taking action to deliver more affordable homes
The State Government is taking action to boost the amount of affordable housing delivered as part of new residential developments.- affordable
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- planning
28/11/2024 -
Billion-dollar Thebarton development out to market
The most significant and attractive city-fringe development opportunity in South Australia’s recent history opens for developers and investors today, with the State Government inviting local, national and international developers to provide their expertise and creativity.- affordable
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- infrastructure
19/12/2024 -
Boosting construction workforce with targeted skilled migrant tradies
The South Australian Government is partnering with Master Builders SA to bolster the state’s construction industry workforce and help deliver critical housing and public infrastructure projects.- housing
- infrastructure
- skills
13/01/2025 -
Bowden’s newest affordable housing project reaches new heights
A fully affordable apartment complex in Bowden has reached its highest point of construction, with work now underway on the finishing touches for 70 new homes.- affordable
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23/09/2025 -
Prioritising pedestrians in laneway upgrades
The State Government has committed $1.5 million assist in the upgrade of two key CBD laneways, improving connectivity and enhancing safety in Rundle Mall.- infrastructure
- skills
12/11/2024 -
Making Housing Trust sites safer
The State Government is taking action to make dated Housing Trust walk-up flats cleaner and safer by modernising, maintaining and refurbishing key sites.- affordable
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- infrastructure
27/08/2025 -
Major upgrade to prepare for more homes, more people, more sewage
South Australia’s largest wastewater treatment plant is undergoing a series of major upgrades – at a combined investment totalling $121 million - to increase its capacity in preparation for Adelaide’s population growth in the northern suburbs.- housing
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30/12/2024 -
More land for housing
The state government will introduce a bill to vary the Environment and Food Production Areas (EFPA) so that there continues to be an ongoing supply of development ready land over the next 30 years.- housing
- infrastructure
- planning
17/03/2025 -
Magill Campus community consultation period extended
Community and stakeholder engagement on the Magill Campus project will be extended by more than two months to allow people more time to express their views on the future of the site.- planning
29/11/2024 -
SA leads the nation in residential construction
South Australia’s economy is benefitting from a dramatic increase in construction work, with a significant rise in the number of residential buildings constructed.- housing
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28/08/2025 -
Bolivar businesses to join Paralowie after suburb boundary change
The suburb boundaries between Bolivar and Paralowie could be set to change, following a request from the owners of a popular local caravan park and adjoining owners.- planning
28/07/2025 -
Legislation to deliver North Adelaide Golf Course redevelopment
The State Government will introduce legislation to Parliament to progress a redevelopment of the North Adelaide Golf Course to transform it into one of the world’s best public golf courses.- infrastructure
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17/06/2025 -
Increased retirement living options as part of Felixstow rezoning proposal
A code amendment will investigate increasing the building height and density along a major corridor in Adelaide’s inner east to accommodate more housing options, including retirement living facilities, in a mixed use development.- affordable
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06/02/2025 -
Homes made affordable at Prospect Corner
The State Government is making homes affordable through the use of shared equity options to help first home buyers purchase properties at Government led developments.- affordable
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10/10/2024 -
Port Stanvac unlocked for new housing development
The State Government has secured agreement to support the transformation of the former oil refinery site at Port Stanvac, delivering much needed housing and unlocking a unique and beautiful part of Adelaide’s coastline for public enjoyment.- affordable
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- infrastructure
14/11/2024 -
More homes in prime CBD-fringe location
The state government has taken action to pave the way for up to 200 new homes to be built at Glenside – a prime location, connected to the Park Lands.- housing
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04/07/2025 -
Work underway to lay biggest pipes in a decade
The first of the new 1200-millimetre-diameter pipes – which are the largest SA Water has installed in more than a decade – are now being laid across Adelaide’s northern suburbs.- housing
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07/04/2025 -
Major safety upgrades for Bentzen Court
The State Government has taken significant steps to address security concerns and ensure community safety at the Housing Trust units at 61 Walkerville Terrace, Gilberton.- affordable
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- infrastructure
15/07/2025 -
New town square for a booming Mount Barker
The State Government is contributing $2 million to help create a new community civic space in the centre of Mount Barker.- housing
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14/10/2024 -
Construction on the rise with more cranes
Adelaide’s skyline is accentuated with a record number of tower cranes, with important housing and commercial projects taking shape across the city.- housing
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17/04/2025 -
Consultation open for SA Housing Trust maintenance contract review
SA Housing Trust subcontractors have been urged to provide their feedback and personal experiences with the SA Housing Trust Maintenance Contract review currently underway.- housing
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09/08/2024 -
National recruitment drive launched to find affordable housing leaders
The search is on to recruit two housing and affordability experts to newly created positions, who will drive new and innovative solutions to aid in the construction of more affordable homes in South Australia.- affordable
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14/08/2024 -
Planning a new community for Magill
The South Australian Government will work with the Campbelltown City Council and leading South Australian integrated design firm Oxigen to create a new and sustainable vision for the future development of the UniSA site at Magill.- housing
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23/08/2024 -
Clear guidelines for Festival Plaza development
Future protections for Parliament House are now certain after the State Government approved a code amendment to set clear guidelines for the development of Festival Plaza.- planning
16/01/2025 -
Opportunities open at Seaton redevelopment
The third round of sales has now opened for the greater Seaton redevelopment, with the transformation of the suburb in full swing.- affordable
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- infrastructure
13/02/2025 -
More than $740 million pipeline of projects unveiled
The State Government will release more than $740 million worth of projects to the private sector development market.- housing
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05/05/2025 -
Apartments to support older women in Adelaide's CBD
The State Government is delivering an important election commitment to build 50 studio apartments in the city to support older women at risk of homelessness.- housing
01/10/2024 -
More housing choice for a changing population
South Australia has an ageing population and single parent families are projected to grow rapidly, so the State Government is investigating changes to allow greater choice and flexibility in residential building design.- affordable
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05/12/2024 -
SA leads the nation in housing and construction
South Australia has outperformed every state and territory for growth in the building and construction industry during the March quarter, new ABS figures have revealed.- housing
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04/06/2025 -
South Australia continues to lead the nation in residential construction
The South Australian Government is leading the nation in addressing the housing crisis, with South Australia’s growth in residential construction activity number one in Australia.- affordable
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02/09/2024 -
First residents move in to brand new Prospect community
The first residents have moved in, a large public park has opened and a premium selection of homes has gone on sale at the state government’s Prospect Corner development in one of Adelaide’s most sought-after suburbs.- affordable
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16/10/2025 -
New partners in the pipeline as water construction opportunities flow to industry
Three specialist pipeline companies have been signed up to support the delivery of SA Water’s record $3.3 billion capital program, as more opportunities for work were today shared with South Australia’s construction industry.- infrastructure
18/11/2024 -
Restoring trust in public housing
The South Australian Government is restoring community connection as it renames the South Australian Housing Authority to the South Australian Housing Trust, which will better reflect its current objectives.- affordable
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23/06/2024 -
More homes and more parking approved in Camden Park
A new, modern SA Housing Trust apartment complex that will provide dozens of new public homes has been approved for the City’s south-western suburbs.- affordable
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17/07/2025 -
Key rail corridors for northern and southern regions to support growing communities
Two rail corridors from the city - one south towards Aldinga and Sellicks Beach and one north towards Roseworthy and Concordia - will be preserved by the South Australian Government to cater for future housing development.- infrastructure
17/03/2025 -
$120 million to help thousands of South Australians own their first home
The State Government has helped thousands of South Australians buy or build a new home over the past year, providing $120.1 million in stamp duty relief and First Home Owner Grants.- affordable
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12/08/2025 -
Satellite trial to help SA Water stay ahead of water main leaks
In a South Australian first, SA Water is trialling the use of satellites in a bid to proactively predict leaks and breaks in the state’s water main network to minimise the impact on the community.- infrastructure
07/03/2025 -
New desal plant delivers Kangaroo Island water security
Kangaroo Island’s new desalination plant is up and running in a significant boost to the region’s long-term drinking water security and bushfire resilience.- infrastructure
12/12/2024 -
Minimum building heights to transform West Terrace
Recent changes to South Australia’s planning rules to send building heights soaring would be complemented by the introduction of minimum building height limits on parts of West Terrace according to changes proposed by the State Government.- housing
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07/11/2025 -
Protecting Prospect's character
More historic buildings in the City of Prospect will be protected after the State Government approved a proposal to strengthen the heritage of the suburb.- planning
03/09/2025 -
Aboriginal housing peak body established in SA
A new Aboriginal peak housing body will be established in South Australia that will champion Aboriginal housing with community leadership and culturally safe solutions.- affordable
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23/09/2025 -
1,000 new homes set for Onkaparinga Heights
One of the most significant land parcels to become available in Adelaide’s southern suburbs in recent years is now on the market.- affordable
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- infrastructure
21/08/2025 -
New housing for regional South Australia
The State Government is set to invest $10 million in development projects across regional South Australia which have the potential to deliver more than 400 future housing outcomes.- housing
25/09/2024 -
Greater transparency and efficiency with new code amendment tracking system
The State Government is leading the nation, with the launch of the Code Amendment Tracking System (CATS) which will improve transparency and efficiency in the planning system.- planning
02/04/2025 -
Slabs down in Seaton as developments progress all over Adelaide
Construction is underway at a major redevelopment in Adelaide’s western suburbs, with groundworks nearing completion and slabs starting to go down for dozens of new homes.- affordable
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18/06/2025 -
Construction activity across key worker houses
Rapid progress is being made in the delivery of dozens of new homes for frontline workers across regional South Australia.- affordable
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14/05/2024 -
SA unveils pipeline of developments worth billions
More than $2 billion worth of development projects will be unlocked in South Australia as the State Government aims to attract major investment from local and international development partners.- housing
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11/11/2024 -
Consultation on Magill Campus future
The State Government is calling on South Australians to provide their vision for what they would like to see at the Magill Campus in the future.- housing
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08/11/2024 -
61,000 new homes unlocked for South Australia
South Australia is set for a major housing boost, with landmark legislation passed by the State Government unlocking the potential to develop tens of thousands of new homes across the state.- housing
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14/05/2025 -
Building a skilled workforce
The state government is launching a series of strategic initiatives to build a skilled workforce and better prepare students in the planning professions.- planning
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25/03/2025 -
Affordable homes built in Blair Athol
The South Australian Government continues to deliver affordable housing, with the first of 67 new affordable homes built in Blair Athol already sold and ready for handover.- affordable
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14/05/2024 -
National Construction Code Certainty
The South Australian Government has provided greater certainty to the building and construction industry by ensuring there won’t be any further changes to the National Construction Code (NCC) for the next decade following the implementation of the new standards.- policy
02/08/2024 -
Land rezoning proposal to deliver up to 3,000 new homes in Smithfield
Thousands of new homes could be built in Smithfield with a Code Amendment to investigate revitalising the area.- housing
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28/03/2025 -
Rezoning Dry Creek for more housing
The number of potential new homes to be built at Dry Creek will increase by at least 50 percent, with the State Government investigating the possibility of at least 15,000 dwellings at the site.- affordable
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02/12/2024 -
Helping South Australians into Housing
The State Government is investing more than $552 million to directly support the construction of around 2935 new homes and help vulnerable South Australians find secure housing.- affordable
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06/06/2025 -
More vulnerable women in safe and secure homes
Several projects that will provide more housing for vulnerable women are underway, close to completion or are already tenanted thanks to investments by the State Government.- affordable
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21/08/2025 -
First Infrastructure Scheme for South Australia to avoid previous development disasters
South Australia is taking a nation-leading, innovative approach to avoid the greenfield development mistakes of the past.- infrastructure
23/09/2024 -
Preventing antisocial behaviour in public housing
New rules that will require public housing tenants who engage in antisocial behaviour to immediately rectify their behaviour will be introduced this month, as the State Government continues to make Housing Trust sites safer and more secure.- affordable
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15/09/2025 -
Burnside Hospital redevelopment given green light
South Australia’s independent planning commission has approved the redevelopment of the Burnside Hospital, delivering a significant boost to health access across metropolitan Adelaide.- infrastructure
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26/09/2025 -
Planning Reform to Deliver New Homes Faster
Bold new planning reforms developed by the South Australian Government could see houses built on development sites up to 18 months faster.- housing
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25/06/2024 -
Hundreds more homes to be delivered in new Southwark suburb
A piece of history will be brought back to life in Adelaide’s inner west, with the State Government restoring the suburb of Southwark.- affordable
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14/01/2025 -
New park opens as Seaton’s rejuvenation gains pace
Today marks a major milestone in the State Government’s transformation of Seaton, with future residents and neighbours celebrating the opening of Karra Reserve, a new public space at the heart of the suburb.- housing
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03/11/2025 -
Sky’s the limit for new North Terrace tower
One of the most exclusive parcels of premium real estate on Adelaide’s main boulevard will be unlocked for a significant new development opportunity, as the State Government calls on developers to put their best foot forward for a project set to redefine the city’s skyline.- affordable
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07/11/2024 -
Construction company to build business from Tonsley
Important State Government projects will soon be built at the Tonsley Innovation District, which has been selected as the new headquarters for innovative modular construction company, Fusco Constructions.- infrastructure
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13/05/2024 -
Renewal SA leadership change
Chris Menz, Chief Executive of Renewal SA, has resigned to pursue opportunities in the private property sector after almost six years in the position.- housing
11/07/2025 -
DHUD and Renewal SA host property prodigy
So committed is aspiring property leader Jairaj Shekhawat that he completed his high school work experience on the first week of the school holidays.- housing
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23/04/2025 -
Milestone for Concordia, Sellicks Beach and Murray Bridge
The State Government is an important step closer to getting houses built at Concordia, Sellicks Beach and Murray Bridge with Infrastructure Schemes initiated for the major land release sites.- affordable
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29/01/2025 -
High density housing proposal for Richmond Road
The State Government is investigating a proposal by a private landowner to rezone a block of land along a major urban corridor to increase the building height.- housing
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13/01/2025 -
South Australia's property sector confidence ranked highest in the nation
South Australia is leading the country, when it comes to confidence in the property sector.- housing
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27/09/2024 -
More housing and car parking coming to Bowden
Construction on a housing development and car park at one of Adelaide’s most sought-after city-fringe locations is set to kick off next month.- affordable
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17/09/2025 -
Contracts finalised for Eyre Peninsula’s new desalination plant
Major works are ramping up on construction of the Eyre Peninsula’s new desalination plant, with leading global construction company ACCIONA signed on as the project’s major construction partner.- infrastructure
25/07/2025 -
Building greater housing diversity in established suburbs
South Australians are invited to share their feedback on draft planning rules to enhance housing diversity and provide more affordable options for different household types, life stages and lifestyle choices- planning
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16/08/2024 -
Building, selling and unlocking more homes in Adelaide’s north
A land rezoning by the state government will pave the way for even more homes to be built in the Playford Alive development, as the future of new Northern communities continues to take shape.- affordable
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24/07/2025 -
Crackdown on Housing Trust tenant behaviour
The State Government will introduce new policies to crackdown on anti-social behaviour by Housing Trust tenants.- affordable
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05/02/2025 -
West End development to improve Linear Trail
The South Australian Government will be expanding the River Torrens Linear Park Trail at the site of the former West End Brewery in Thebarton, with the potential to create an additional 6000 square metres of green space.- infrastructure
30/08/2024 -
Busting congestion on suburban streets
The State Government is taking strong action to bust congestion and improve amenity in Adelaide’s neighbourhoods by getting parked cars off suburban streets.- infrastructure
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20/01/2025 -
A plan for an even greater Adelaide
The State Government has released its Greater Adelaide Regional Plan (GARP) which identifies where 315,000 new homes will be built over the next 30 years and preserves important land for future infrastructure requirements.- housing
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18/03/2025 -
Temporary After-Hours Deliveries
Supermarkets will be able to take deliveries of essential supplies after hours, to help restock shelves following the major disruption caused by Friday’s CrowdStrike outage.- infrastructure
31/07/2024 -
South Australians invited to shape Greater Adelaide's future
The South Australian Government has today released the draft Greater Adelaide Regional Plan (GARP) for public consultation.- infrastructure
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23/09/2024 -
Helping young South Australians own a home
The South Australian Government is helping more first home buyers build their home through record levels of construction lending through HomeStart.- affordable
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05/08/2024 -
Playford's alive and kicking for first homebuyers
First homebuyers have secured dozens of affordable housing allotments in Playford Alive’s newest precinct and construction of a much-anticipated road extension is underway.- affordable
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22/10/2024 -
South Australia records significant jump in construction and new dwelling sales
The State Government’s decision to remove the threshold on stamp duty relief for first home buyers in the June State Budget is paying off, with a 7.6 per cent increase in the number of loans to construct or purchase new dwellings according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).- housing
04/11/2024 -
Planning efficiencies to lead to faster development assessments
In a major boost to the state’s planning system, the State Government is introducing new changes to the code amendment process which could reduce assessment timeframes by up to 10 weeks.- housing
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07/01/2025 -
Enormous defence industry precinct proposed next to Edinburgh RAAF Base
South Australia’s growing defence industry could be significantly bolstered with the State Government investigating rezoning a huge parcel of land to support the state’s manufacturing and defence capabilities.- housing
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04/04/2025 -
Bigger, more accessible granny flats
The State Government has changed planning laws to allow bigger granny flats which will improve their accessibility and create more housing options for South Australians.- housing
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22/11/2024 -
Community input for Noarlunga development
The South Australian Government is seeking community feedback on an initial draft masterplan for the Noarlunga development which will create more than 600 new homes in a growing area of Adelaide’s southern suburbs.- affordable
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31/07/2024 -
Last chance to grab a slice of Bowden
The State Government is anticipating huge interest from prospective developers as two of the final remaining blocks of land become available for development at Bowden.- affordable
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12/11/2024 -
Infrastructure Scheme for Angle Vale
The State Government will step in to accelerate the delivery of houses in Angle Vale which have stalled due to a lack of civil infrastructure and stakeholders subsequently locked in a stalemate.- infrastructure
20/03/2025 -
Four towers to transform Adelaide’s East End
A bold partnership between the State Government, the City of Adelaide and community housing providers Junction and Unity Housing will deliver one of the biggest ever housing and mixed-use developments in the Adelaide CBD.- affordable
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24/11/2025 -
Seaton Redevelopment Taking Shape
Initial designs have been released for a new South Australian Housing Trust apartment complex which will form a crucial element of the Seaton Renewal Project.- affordable
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31/07/2024 -
Recovery pods help flood-affected communities rebuild
Recovery Pods have been deployed to help South Australians still recovering from the River Murray floods.- housing
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28/05/2024 -
New affordable rental development opens at Henley
The State Government is supporting social and affordable rental properties for low-income households in a prime beachside suburb.- affordable
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02/07/2025 -
Single engineering standards to remove housing development speedbump
The South Australian Government will introduce new statewide engineering and design standards to help build new communities faster.- infrastructure
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29/08/2024 -
Water infrastructure investment delivers jobs boost
A pipe manufacturing business based in Lonsdale is significantly expanding its workforce to keep up with the demand of the State Government’s investment in water infrastructure.- infrastructure
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08/09/2025 -
Civil Contractors Consultation
The South Australian Government and the Civil Contractors Federation are preparing a workforce to deliver the record $3.3 billion SA Water capital works program.- infrastructure
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09/08/2024 -
Record cranes across Adelaide a sign of unprecedented growth
Adelaide is leading the nation in crane activity, with almost double the activity of the next best performing capital city, signalling a record boom in residential and commercial construction in South Australia and a vote of confidence to the state’s economy.- housing
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20/10/2025 -
Plans approved to save Eyre Peninsula's water supply
Work will begin to build a new desalination plant at Billy Lights Point on the Eyre Peninsula, after the State Government approved plans to deliver a sustainable long term water source for the region.- infrastructure
26/11/2024 -
Sustainability central to bus station redevelopment
The South Australian Government has recruited a nation leading sustainability consultant to help transform the former Franklin Street Bus Station into Adelaide’s first carbon neutral community precinct.- infrastructure
16/07/2024 -
Employment precinct proposed north of Adelaide
Investigations are underway into a potential new green economy precinct north of Adelaide, which would support growth in the state’s green energy, manufacturing, defence and food production sectors.- infrastructure
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12/06/2024 -
Landmark estate sells out
Playford Alive’s hugely successful Newton Boulevard land development has sold out - a major achievement for the landmark estate which is providing a significant boost for housing and first homebuyers across Adelaide’s north.- affordable
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11/03/2025 -
Additional water concessions to flow to customers
The South Australian Government’s cost of living relief will also be expanded to provide a greater concession for water bills.- infrastructure
26/06/2024 -
Affordable Housing Halfway Milestone
The State Government’s Affordable Housing Initiative to build 1000 affordable homes has passed the half-way milestone.- affordable
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05/08/2024 -
Protecting heritage houses from demolition
A small number of houses in Heathpool, in Adelaide’s east will be protected from demolition to preserve the character areas of the historic suburb.- housing
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01/10/2024 -
Bowden abuzz with construction activity
Work will begin this week to build 145 apartments at Bowden with the ARC Bowden development one of several developments in the area to be under construction in 2025.- affordable
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24/02/2025 -
Government delivers on public housing promises
The state government is delivering on its key election commitments around the building of new Housing Trust homes and rejuvenation of existing public housing homes.- affordable
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08/08/2025 -
Home build approvals surge in South Australia
The State Government’s policy to increase housing supply has resulted in a year-on-year surge in the number of building approvals.- housing
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03/12/2025 -
First Rent-To-Buyers get the keys to new homes
The Australian dream of owning a home has become a reality today for the first Rent-To-Buy tenant Sean, as he gets the keys to his new home.- affordable
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03/11/2025 -
South Australia leading the nation in tackling the housing crisis
South Australia is ahead of the game when it comes to tackling the national housing crisis, with the State Government already implementing several recommendations from a national housing report.- housing
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21/10/2024 -
New leadership at Housing Trust
The State Government and the SA Housing Trust Board have appointed Julie-Anne Burgess as Chief Executive of the Housing Trust to build on the work currently being carried out to improve housing opportunities for more South Australians.- affordable
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07/03/2025 -
New homes in Adelaide’s south for sale
The first release of homes at a new coastal estate in Adelaide’s southern suburbs has gone on sale, delivering high-quality, affordable housing to the area.- affordable
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25/06/2025 -
State Planning Commission to assess Burnside Hospital redevelopment
The state government has appointed the State Planning Commission to undertake the assessment of the Burnside Hospital’s $60 million health precinct project.- infrastructure
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21/05/2025 -
Construction starts at Southwark Grounds
Construction has started at Southwark Grounds, marking a significant milestone in the creation of Adelaide’s next great neighbourhood- housing
29/09/2025 -
More options, lower costs and better quality apartments and retirement living
A new planning policy will ensure South Australians will benefit from greater choice and flexibility in housing while boosting the development of critical aged care and retirement infrastructure.- affordable
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23/10/2025 -
Consultation open for a green and vibrant city centre
Community consultation has opened on draft plans for the redevelopment of the former Adelaide Bus Station on Franklin Street in the CBD.- infrastructure
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22/08/2025 -
University degrees planning for the future
The South Australian Government and Flinders University are partnering to offer new planning and surveying degrees to help address critical skills shortages in the planning professions.- planning
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16/05/2024 -
South Australia’s top planning system
South Australia’s planning system has again been judged the best in the nation, this time ranked number one in the inaugural Housing Industry Association Planning Blueprint Scorecard.- planning
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03/09/2024 -
New System to Stimulate Construction
The South Australian Government will cap water augmentation charges for greenfield developers to help stimulate housing supply in major development areas.- housing
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25/06/2024 -
Providing more housing options in our streets
The State Government is making changes to the planning rules, to increase housing diversity and provide more affordable homes in existing streets and suburbs.- housing
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09/05/2025 -
First pipes in the ground to unlock new homes
Within 100 days of the State Government unveiling its Housing Roadmap, the first water pipes are already being installed to deliver critical housing supply in Adelaide’s north as part of an unprecedented $1.5 billion investment.- infrastructure
02/10/2024 -
Proposal to unlock 300 homes in northern suburbs
The State Government is proposing to rezone a vacant parcel of land in Adelaide’s northern suburbs to pave the way for 300 new homes.- affordable
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25/10/2024 -
Southwark Grounds to rise from brewery site
Construction on the first homes to be built at the former West End Brewery site will begin this year, as the master plan and branding for the new development is revealed.- housing
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28/04/2025 -
The path to 10,000+ new homes at Concordia
Two significant milestones have been reached for the rezoning of land north of Adelaide that will provide more homes for tens of thousands of South Australians over the next few decades.- affordable
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19/06/2025 -
Prominent Tonsley development opportunity
The State Government is releasing the most prominent commercial development opportunity at the Tonsley Innovation District, with expressions of interest now open for the Administration Hub.- infrastructure
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10/02/2025 -
$2 million boost for Kings Reserve transformation
The State Government has approved a major funding boost to support the reimagining of Kings Reserve, paving the way for a beautiful, inclusive and sustainable community park.- infrastructure
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16/06/2025 -
New rules to protect Adelaide’s tree canopy coming into effect immediately
The South Australian Government is taking immediate action to better protect Adelaide’s urban tree canopy and safeguard large, mature trees from destruction.- policy
17/05/2024 -
Adelaide’s $400 million next-gen student living tower approved
Adelaide is set to welcome the city’s largest purpose-built student accommodation development, with the State’s independent planning board giving the green light for a 33-storey, 1002-room project on North Terrace.- housing
14/07/2025 -
The road to more homes in Adelaide’s North
Hundreds of households are set to benefit from a significant new road extension in Adelaide’s northern suburbs, designed to bypass one of South Australia’s busiest suburban strips.- housing
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12/05/2025 -
Rezoning for 350 homes near Gawler
Approximately 350 new homes will be built north of Gawler, as the State Government continues to rezone more land to increase land supply and address the housing crisis.- infrastructure
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10/02/2025 -
Registrations open for more housing in Adelaide’s south
South Australians are now able to register their interest to buy into the State Government’s housing development in Noarlunga Downs.- affordable
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30/04/2025 -
Southwark officially a suburb again
Southwark is once again a suburb of Adelaide after changes to suburb boundaries were made official today.- housing
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31/10/2025 -
Close to $2 million to upgrade community spaces
Four projects across the state have been successful in receiving grant funding through the 2023-24 Open Space Grant Program, totaling $1.9 million to support the revitalisation and development of reimagined public spaces.- infrastructure
16/05/2024 -
Apprenticeship program delivers in tradie shortage
SA Housing Trust construction industry training programs have delivered jobs for more than 500 South Australians, helping to fill the state’s trades shortage.- skills
12/09/2024 -
New housing hub and community space for Salisbury
A partnership between all levels of Government and community housing provider Junction will deliver a $53.6 million housing and services hub in the heart of Salisbury.- affordable
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17/11/2025 -
First homes at Southwark on sale today
The first homes at SA’s newest suburb Southwark will officially hit the market from today.- affordable
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17/11/2025 -
Residential construction continues to boom
South Australia’s residential construction sector continues to boom in response to the state government's comprehensive plan to address the housing crisis.- housing
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11/03/2025 -
Reservoir revegetation
The South Australian Government is committed to revegetating an area of the Hope Valley Reservoir Reserve which was decimated by Giant Pine Scale (GPS).- infrastructure
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07/06/2024 -
New partnership to give more South Australians a place to call home
The Australian Government will help deliver more than 350 new and improved social homes in South Australia thanks to a partnership with the South Australian Government and Community Housing Providers.- affordable
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21/06/2024 -
3500 South Australian households to benefit from energy upgrades
Up to 3,500 South Australian Housing Trust households will benefit from home energy upgrades and reduced power bills through a $35.8 million partnership between the Australian and South Australian governments.- housing
04/09/2024 -
A pathway to home ownership in the nation’s best state for housing
The Australian dream of owning a home will become a reality for South Australian workers thanks to a new scheme announced by the State Government.- affordable
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21/05/2025 -
Construction partners locked in to deliver critical water and sewer infrastructure
Five major construction companies will work together with SA Water to deliver the record $3.3 billion capital program over the next four years.- infrastructure
10/09/2024 -
More townhouses hit the market in Prospect
A collection of stylish new townhouses in Prospect have hit the market, offering contemporary living for hundreds of thousands of dollars less than the suburb’s median home price.- affordable
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30/05/2025 -
South Australia planning for an ageing future
South Australia’s planning system has again been judged the best in the nation, this time ranked number one in the Retirement Living Council’s national planning report card.- planning
19/08/2024 -
State Government solution to save Wheatfields expansion
The State Government will fund crucial safety upgrades at the Wheatfields Residential Care redevelopment to ensure the redevelopment and expansion proceeds, providing much needed aged care support in the Freeling area.- infrastructure
17/04/2025 -
Public Housing builds reach major milestone
The State Government is delivering on its election commitment to build more public housing homes with the SA Housing Trust reaching an important milestone.- affordable
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17/02/2025 -
Detailed investigations into Barossa Valley proposal
An application for a new five-star hotel and event space in the Barossa Valley will be subject to the state’s most rigorous development assessment.- infrastructure
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04/08/2024 -
Paving the way for more homes and better roads in the north
The State Government’s $1.5 billion investment to supercharge water infrastructure that will enable new homes to be built in the north has notched a major milestone, as pipelaying along Curtis Road reaches completion.- infrastructure
09/12/2025