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.
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.
OPINION – Benchmarking Adelaide: A call for close collaboration, bold ambition and swift action
On the back of the release of Benchmarking Adelaide, our Chief Executive Sam Dighton explains what Adelaide needs to do to truly realise its potential as a thriving, world-class city.
Benchmarking Adelaide Podcast
Following the launch of the 2025 Benchmarking Adelaide report, we’re sitting down with passionate South Australian leaders to discuss how Adelaide compares on a global scale.
2025 Benchmarking Adelaide Report
Adelaide is bursting with potential but must act quickly to ensure affordability and liveability credentials don’t erode. Download our latest Benchmarking Adelaide report which provides a data-driven snapshot of how Adelaide is perceived globally, benchmarked against 19 international cities that share Adelaide’s scale, lifestyle, and aspirations.
2025 Vinnies CEO Sleepout
Our Chief Executive Sam Dighton will again be participating in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout, which this year will be held at the Adelaide Zoo on 19 June, and he needs your support!
Adelaide Connected announcement
We’re excited to once again partner with the South Australian Government on our Adelaide Connected program.
Capital City Committee Network
We were lucky enough to host CEO’s from fellow capital city Committees across Australia on 3-4 March 2025. Representatives including Eamon Waterford from Committee for Sydney, Scott Veenker from Committee for Melbourne, Paula Rogers from Committee for Perth and Jen Williams from Committee for Brisbane came to Adelaide for our annual gathering where we share knowledge and ideas with each other.
2025 Emerging Leaders: Future Series
The Committee for Adelaide is thrilled to announce a new, reimagined Emerging Leaders ‘Future Series’ to be delivered in 2025, in close partnership with the University of Adelaide.
Welcome new staff – Lisa Grimsey
Introducing Lisa Grimsey, our new Programs and Events Coordinator.
