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:
On the other hand, existing projects that will receive additional funding include:
“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
Project Name | Total Australian Government Contribution | Regional Status | Location |
Marion Road - Anzac Highway to Cross Road | $200 million | Urban | Plympton, Adelaide |
Adelaide Hills Productivity & Road Safety Package | $120 million | Regional | Adelaide |
South East Freeway Managed Motorways - Stage 2 | $60 million | Regional | Various SA areas |
Targeted Investments to Improve National Supply Chain Resilience | $60 million | Regional | Various SA areas |
Main South Road Productivity Package | $16 million | Regional | Adelaide to Fleurieu Peninsula |
Additional Funding for Existing Projects
Project Name | Total Australian Government Contribution | Additional funding at 2022-23 Budget | Regional Status | Location |
North South Corridor - Torrens to Darlington | $4.975 billion | $2.264 billion | Urban | City of West Torrens |
Goodwood and Torrens Junctions | $210.7 million | $5 million | Urban | North Adelaide |
Rural Roads Package - Safety Package | $124.4 million | $10 million | Regional | Regional SA |
Rural Roads Package - Horrocks Highway Corridor | $84 million | $40 million | Regional | Regional SA |
Port Augusta to Perth - South Australia - Future Priorities | $75.2 million | $16.2 million | Regional | Regional SA |
Marion Road and Sir Donald Bradman Drive Intersection Upgrade | $42.5 million | $20 million | Urban | City of West Torrens |
South Eastern Freeway Safety Upgrade | $37.6 million | $9.6 million | Regional | Adelaide |
Activated Safety Signing on SW Freeway | $4.1 million | $900,000 | Regional | Adelaide |
Variable Speed Limit Signs | $2.4 million | $1.6 million | Regional | Regional SA |
Source: Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development; Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts
The Australian Government has released the Budget 2019-20 which focus on delivering infrastructure that will aid in managing the nation’s growing population as well as help meet the country’s freight challenge and to get Australians home quicker and safer.
The Australian Government has announced the 2021-22 Budget and it includes a record investment in infrastructure that will support and create jobs as well as drive growth and help rebuild the economy following the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Australian Government has released the 2022-23 Federal Budget and it includes a $3.3 billion funding for new and existing infrastructure projects across Victoria.
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