OPINION: For Adelaide to really take off, we need to focus on local connectivity

Adelaide’s new international flights are a great sign of our growing global profile, but how we move within the city tells a different story. On the eve of the state budget, in an opinion piece for InDaily, our Chief Executive Sam Dighton looks at the transport needs required for Adelaide to stay one of the world’s most liveable cities.

Flinders’ Wicked Problems Report

The Committee for Adelaide, in partnership with Flinders University, presented Flinders Wicked Problems Report to members and stakeholders in a thought provoking event.

OPINION: Adelaide it’s time to grow smarter, not just bigger

As Adelaide continues to grow, how can we manage the pressures that come with it, and turn them into opportunities? In a recent piece for InDaily, our Chief Executive Sam Dighton explores how other mid-sized global cities are tackling similar challenges. Drawing on insights from our Benchmarking Adelaide report, he makes the case that higher density, when planned and delivered well, can be a powerful driver of prosperity, not a burden.

Thought Leadership: Resilient & Sustainable Cities

The Committee for Adelaide, in partnership with Beca, invites members to an engaging thought leadership conversation focused on building resilient and sustainable communities, cities, and infrastructure. 

2025 Parliamentary Networking Drinks

On 14 May, we were pleased to host our Platinum members at Parliament House for an exclusive networking event, along with our esteemed hosts, the Hon Heidi Girolamo, Lucy Hood MP, and the Hon Tung Ngo MLC. 

New board member – Professor Jessica Gallagher

We are pleased to announce the newest addition to the Committee for Adelaide board, Professor Jessica Gallagher, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, International and External Engagement at Adelaide University. We are thrilled to have Jessica join the board and her experience, expertise and insights will be a great asset to the Committee for Adelaide and our members.

Fearless Insights: Geopolitical Outlook

The Committee for Adelaide, in partnership with Flinders University, is pleased to hosted members to participate in our ‘Fearless Insights Roundtable’ which focussed on ‘Current and future geopolitics and potential impacts on Adelaide, South Australia’.