Shaping the future
of Adelaide,
South Australia

Who is the Committee for Adelaide

The Committee for Adelaide brings together businesses, industry bodies, community and government to shape one of the most liveable cities in Australia.

We are non-partisan, independent and sector agnostic.

Our membership is diverse and influential, making a significant contribution to the economy and society. Our members collectively employ over 40,000 South Australians and all have a clear and vested interest in our future.

WHO IS THE COMMITTEE FOR ADELAIDE​

The Committee for Adelaide brings together businesses, industry bodies, community and government to shape the future of Adelaide, South Australia.

We are non-partisan, independent and sector agnostic.

Our membership is diverse and influential, making a significant contribution to South Australia’s economy and society.

Our Key Pillars

Prosperity

Enable a productive and resilient economy, that attracts talent, ideas and capital, and delivers ongoing prosperity for all.

Population

Embrace population growth and change by championing inclusion, equity, opportunity, health and wellbeing across the community.

Liveability

Support creativity, cultural vitality and smart, future-ready infrastructure to enhance Adelaide’s liveability, amenity and reputation.

Sustainability

Accelerate climate change action, preparedness and environmental leadership for a resilient net-zero future.

Our mission is to provide independent thought leadership, advocacy, and influence policy for the benefit of our state, both now and into the future.

Our vision for Adelaide, South Australia is to be the most extraordinary, big thinking, welcoming and vibrant place with a growing economy and population.

We work collaboratively with our members and partners, to discuss and develop innovative solutions that set us apart.

Ultimately, the actions we take now will impact our State and quality of life, health and wellbeing of our future generations.

The Latest

29 June 2026

OPINION: Why Adelaide can’t afford to leave talent at the door

Adelaide is at an important inflection point. As we accelerate towards our ambition of becoming a globally connected hub for defence, technology, health sciences, and the creative industries, we need to attract and retain workforce. Writes our Chief Executive Sam Dighton.

19 June 2026

Make your business count. Enrol for the City of Adelaide council election

If your business owns or occupies premises in the City of Adelaide, you may be entitled to vote. Make your business count today and enrol to vote.

11 June 2026

Workforce needs: International Talent & Skilled Migration

The Committee for Adelaide, through the Adelaide Connected program, and in partnership with Thomsons, recently hosted a discussion on the importance of international talent and skilled migration in South Australia.

Coming: 2 July 2026

Minister Fireside Series

MEMBER EVENT: The Committee for Adelaide, in partnership with MinterEllison, is proud to present the Ministerial Fireside Series; a program of exclusive conversations with South Australian Government Ministers for Committee members.

19 May 2026

Future of Democracy Luncheon

The Committee for Adelaide in partnership with Hays hosted a timely and important conversation on the future of democracy, bringing together an outstanding group of political leaders, commentators, and decision-makers for a thoughtful discussion on the challenges and opportunities shaping South Australia’s future.

28 April 2026

ADL 2050 Vision – Have your say!

Adelaide has long benefited from good planning, good fortune, and a lifestyle that many cities envy. But the truth is, the next 25 years won’t look like the last 25. That’s why the Committee for Adelaide has launched ADL2050 - a long-term, community-informed vision to help guide the future of our city and state.
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Our membership is diverse and influential, making a significant contribution to South Australia’s economy and society.

Our Programs

Adelaide Connected is a program designed for people who have recently moved to Adelaide and want to learn more about our city, the opportunities, the lifestyle, and most importantly, the connections that can be made.

The Committee for Adelaide is leading Adelaide’s first net zero cluster for public-private-academia collaboration. Our mission is to accelerate South Australia’s zero carbon and zero waste pathways.

What kind of city do you want Adelaide to be by the year 2050? The decisions we make today will shape the future of our city for generations to come. That’s why we’re inviting people from across Adelaide and South Australia to share their vision for the future.

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