Detours in Kurralta Park and Craigmore as Tram Network Returns to Full Service

Trams Return to Regular Service After Easter Break

Following a full network closure over the Easter long weekend to facilitate important finishing works for the Tram Grade Separation Projects, the Adelaide Metro tram network has officially returned to its regular schedule as of yesterday. Commuters traveling today, Wednesday, 8 April 2026, can expect standard frequencies across the Glenelg, Botanic, and Festival lines. The temporary substitute buses that serviced the city and suburbs during the long weekend have been stood down, though passengers are advised to check the Adelaide Metro app for any residual minor delays as the system settles back into peak-hour operations.

Local Road Closures and Detours for Wednesday

Several localized disruptions are affecting bus routes and motorists today. Notably, a detour is in place at Beauchamp Street in Kurralta Park, which is closed to through traffic for scheduled works today. Additionally, the following disruptions remain active:

• Craigmore Road: Ongoing detours and stop closures are in effect through tomorrow, Thursday, 9 April, affecting bus routes 443 and 471.
• Morphett Road and Stonehouse Avenue: Construction activity has triggered detours and stop closures in this area.
• Anzac Highway: Commuters using stops 15 and 16 (both sides) should be aware of ongoing closures that began early Tuesday.
• Evanston: Stop 172 on Hillier Road remains closed in both directions due to localized maintenance.

Major Infrastructure: South Road and T2D Updates

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport has issued a works notice for night works and temporary road closures affecting the Raglan Avenue, Edward Street, and South Road network upgrade. While much of the heavy lifting is occurring overnight to minimize impact, motorists may notice increased activity and lane restrictions in these areas during the day. This is part of the broader River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) project, which recently celebrated a major milestone with the successful craning of the first Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) cutterhead into place at the Southern Precinct. Commuters should expect high volumes of construction-related traffic around Clovelly Park and Richmond as site establishment ramps up.

Looking Ahead: Gather Round and Multicultural Festival

While today’s commute is relatively stable, the city is preparing for a massive influx of visitors starting tomorrow. Road closures for the AFL Gather Round (Round 5) will begin on Thursday, 9 April, around the Adelaide Oval precinct. Furthermore, the Adelaide University Multicultural Festival will cause closures on Hindley Street tomorrow. Motorists are encouraged to finalize their travel plans today to avoid the significant congestion expected in the CBD and North Adelaide over the coming four-day weekend.