2 June 2025
The Greens are urging the State Government to step in and make public transport free for the Royal Adelaide Show as the Adelaide City Council finalises an agreement to reduce car parking on the Park Lands by at least 10 per cent from 2027 — equating to more than 300 fewer spaces during major events like the Royal Adelaide Show.
“The Royal Adelaide Show is an iconic event enjoyed by many South Australian families. In the middle of a cost-of-living crisis, the high price of car parking and limited available spaces can make a visit to the Show a very expensive outing,” said Greens MLC Robert Simms.
“With parking spaces set to be cut even further, now is the perfect time for the State Government to step up and make public transport free to and from the Showgrounds during the Show. This would reduce costs for families and ease traffic congestion.”
“The Showgrounds are already well connected to public transport — the Government should use to the community’s advantage so that all South Australians can enjoy a day at the Show.”