2022-23 Federal Budget: $2.8bn funding for SA infrastructure projects

A $2.8 billion funding commitment has been announced for South Australia’s infrastructure pipeline, as part of the Australian Government’s 2022-23 Budget. 

Planning for a stronger future, the Government will continue investing in projects that will create jobs, drive economic growth as well as keep commuters and freight moving and safe. 

This funding is a portion of a significant investment in new and existing infrastructure projects in every state and territory, building on the Australian Government’s national rolling 10-year infrastructure investment pipeline that now sits at a record $120 billion. 

“A strong economy means a stronger future. 

“Continuing to provide record future funding for road and rail projects is a key part of our economic plan doe the long term to keep our economy strong. 

“Australia’s future success relies on a strong economy. Our strong economic recovery is being driven by our record funding for major road projects right across the country,” Prime Minister Scott Morrison said. 

Key new South Australian projects that will receive funding include: 

• $200 million for the Marion Road – Anzac Highway to Cross Road 
• $120 million for the Adelaide Hills Productivity and Road Safety Package 
• $60 million for the South East Freeway Managed Motorways – Stage 2 
• $60 million Targeted Investments to Improve National Supply Chain Resilience 
• $16 million for the Main South Road Productivity Package 

On the other hand, existing projects that will receive additional funding include: 

• $2.264 billion for the North South Corridor – Torrens to Darlington 
• $40 million for Horrocks Highway Corridor 
• $20 million for the Marion Road and Sir Donald Bradman Drive Intersection Upgrade 

“Headlined with $2.26 billion in funding to finish the North South Corridor, this year’s Federal Budget is packed with funding for critical infrastructure projects that will have flow on effects for local businesses and put thousands of more South Australians in jobs. 

“The stretch of Marion Road that crosses the tramline and Cross Road is one of the worst bottlenecks in Adelaide. The Morrison Government has heard the concerns of commuters, the RAA and businesses and is committing $200 million to save people time, money and frustrations. 

“We look forward to working closely with the state government to ensure the effective design and delivery of this project to separate drivers along Marion Road from the disruption of crossing both Cross Road and the tramline in such close proximity,” South Australian Senator and Finance Minister Simon Birmingham said. 

Since 2013, the Australian Government has invested more than $13.7 billion in South Australian infrastructure – across 95 road and rail infrastructure projects, with 39 already completed. 

Transport infrastructure projects, funded by the Australian Government, that are currently under construction in the State are expected to support about 3,000 jobs over the life of the projects. 

“Our Government has a strong track record in delivering infrastructure that improves connections, reduces congestion and helps keep Australians moving, particularly across our fast growing urban centres. 

“What this means for commuters is less time spent in traffic and more time with loved ones, and the ability to move around more easily for work, which has a positive economic and productivity impact while helping to secure long-term prosperity and liveability,” Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts Paul Fletcher said. 

Below is the list of new and existing projects that will receive funding through the $2.8 billion investment for South Australia.

New Projects

Additional Funding for Existing Projects

Source: Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development; Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts