Adelaide Morning Briefing: Pedal Power and the Pro-Golf Pulse

The City Mood: The Calm Before the ‘Mad’ Storm

Adelaide is waking up this Tuesday to that unmistakable sense of anticipation that only February can bring. While the official chaos of "Mad March" is still a week away, the city is already beginning to hum. With the Adelaide Fringe just ten days from opening and the LIV Golf tournament set to tee off this Thursday at The Grange, the CBD is transforming. You’ll notice the first wave of international visitors and sporting fans trickling into the East End and the city’s hospitality hubs. The mood is expectant, sun-drenched, and distinctly optimistic as South Australia prepares for its most lucrative month of the year.

Key Talking Point: The Return of the East-West Bikeway

The biggest conversation at the water cooler today centers on the revival of a long-contested infrastructure project. Adelaide City Council has voted unanimously to recommence planning for a separated east-west bikeway across the city centre. This comes five years after a previous proposal for a route along Franklin and Wakefield Streets was shelved following community and business opposition. The project is a major priority for city commuters, as the current lack of a safe, separated route through the heart of the CBD remains a significant gap in the city's cycling network. Councilors have indicated that while all routes are back on the table, they are committed to finding a design that balances safety for cyclists with the needs of local businesses and parking. After losing out on millions in state funding when the project was cancelled in 2021, the stakes for a successful plan this time around are high.

Feel-Good Feature: A Night with the Pros and a Taste of May

If you are looking for a reason to head out tonight, the pre-LIV Golf festivities are already in full swing. Pro golfer Joaquin Niemann is making a special appearance at ‘The District’ at SkyCity this evening, offering fans a chance to see one of the sport's biggest names in a relaxed setting before the high-stakes competition begins at The Grange. It is a fantastic opportunity for local sports fans to get close to the action without the tournament crowds.

Additionally, foodies have much to celebrate today as the full program for Tasting Australia 2026 has officially been released. Tickets went on sale yesterday, revealing an impressive lineup of international talent including American sommelier André Hueston Mack and Michelin-starred Spanish chef Nieves Barragán Mohacho. With over 150 events scheduled across the state for May, today is the perfect day to start planning your culinary adventures.

Quick Briefing Notes

• Weather: Expect a classic, comfortable summer day with temperatures ranging from a crisp 17°C this morning to a pleasant high of 27°C.
• Transport: All tram lines are operational between the City and Glenelg. Remember that free public transport for LIV Golf ticket holders doesn't officially begin until Thursday.
• Regional Spotlight: For those heading southeast, the pre-Fringe immersive cinema experience "The Dome" continues its season at Mount Gambier’s Wulanda Recreation Centre.