Adelaide City Council Convenes Today Amidst Bikeway Planning and State Election Lead-Up

Local Councils Prepare for Evening Sessions

The City of Adelaide and the Adelaide Hills Council are both scheduled to hold significant meetings today, Tuesday, 10 February 2026. These sessions come at a time of heightened political activity across South Australia, as local and state leaders navigate major infrastructure projects and the rapid approach of the state election scheduled for next month.

City of Adelaide Meeting Agenda

The City of Adelaide Council is set to meet at 5:30 PM at the Town Hall. This meeting follows a major breakthrough in city infrastructure planning earlier this week. The council recently voted unanimously to recommence the planning of the east-west bikeway across the city centre, a project that had been shelved for five years following significant local opposition and concerns regarding parking and business access.

Tonight's session is expected to provide further clarity on the implementation of this project. The council is currently navigating the restoration of state government funding, which was previously withdrawn when the project was shelved in 2021. Key points expected to be addressed during the session include:

• Initial implementation steps for the reintroduced east-west bikeway project.
• Financial updates regarding state government funding support for urban development and transport infrastructure.
• A review of community feedback regarding the proposed Franklin Street and Wakefield Street routes.
• Discussions on the city's ongoing greening initiatives and public space management.

Adelaide Hills Council Ordinary Meeting

Simultaneously, the Adelaide Hills Council will hold its Ordinary Council Meeting at 6:30 PM. This session is open to the public and will take place in the Council Chamber at Woodside. While the agenda focuses on local regional governance and land use, the meeting reflects the broader focus on sustainable development and public infrastructure that currently dominates the South Australian political landscape.

Wider Political Context

Today’s meetings are unfolding against the backdrop of the upcoming South Australian state election, scheduled for 21 March 2026. As the campaign period gains momentum, many council decisions are being viewed through the lens of state-local partnerships and long-term funding commitments. Additionally, Lord Mayor Dr Jane Lomax-Smith has remained active in high-level advocacy, following recent international efforts to secure Adelaide as a potential host for the COP31 global climate conference. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to attend the public sessions or view the proceedings via the council’s official digital channels.