Fatal cycle: the rising toll of rider deaths

Cyclist deaths have risen by nearly 50 per cent since the introduction of road laws aimed at increasing their safety. Morry Bailes questions what’s gone wrong.

Section of SE Freeway to be upgraded to three lanes

The federal and state governments will spend $14.2 million to provide three lanes of traffic in each direction on the South Eastern Freeway between Crafers and Stirling.

A screenshot of the government flyover for the project.

$90 million "to once and for all get rid of crash corner”

The Marshall and Morrison governments have announced a $90 million project to duplicate part of Port Wakefield Road and build an overpass at the intersection of the Augusta and Copper Coast highways.

Traffic experts float new Britannia roundabout overhaul

Traffic experts are suggesting a new overhaul of the notorious Britannia roundabout intersection, which remains one of the state’s worst crossroads for serious crashes despite a major redevelopment in 2013.

Labor unconvinced by $1.8 billion roads, rail funding pledge

The State Government says it expects $1.8 billion for SA roads and rail funding in tomorrow’s federal budget, but the Opposition has doubts about the commitment.

Mechanics, not cops, should defect cars: RAA

State Government-employed mechanics should lead car defect inspections for SA Police on the state’s roads, the RAA says.