Official Public Notices: City Updates and Service Advisories

Government Gazette Publication

The South Australian Government Gazette is scheduled for its weekly publication on Thursday, 2 April 2026. As the primary record of state and local government legislation, this edition is expected to contain critical proclamations following the recent state general election. Residents and legal professionals are advised that this issue will formalize various administrative arrangements and statutory notices required under South Australian law. Copies are available digitally via the official Government Gazette portal or for inspection at the Department of the Premier and Cabinet.

HomeStart Interest Rate Adjustment

Effective Thursday, 2 April 2026, HomeStart Finance has announced a scheduled adjustment to its Standard Variable Interest Rate. The rate will increase by 0.25% p.a., moving from 8.14% to 8.39% p.a. This change also applies to the Low Deposit Loan for those currently in their first year of the term. Impacted customers should review their repayment schedules, as the new rates will be reflected in upcoming billing cycles. This notice serves as a formal advisory to all account holders regarding their financial obligations under the new rate structure.

Public Transport and CBD Road Management

Commuters are advised that bus services across the Adelaide CBD continue to experience minor delays following an incident on King William Road between Victoria Drive and North Terrace. While services have largely resumed normal running patterns, Adelaide Metro recommends allowing for additional travel time throughout Thursday. Furthermore, preparations for AFL Round 4 activities at Adelaide Oval will commence shortly. Motorists should be aware of upcoming major road closures scheduled for Friday, 3 April, including War Memorial Drive and portions of King William Road. Early parking restrictions may be implemented in the vicinity of the Riverbank Precinct starting late Thursday afternoon.

2026 Influenza Immunisation Program

SA Health advises that as of 1 April 2026, the full range of trivalent influenza vaccines is now available for order by primary search providers. The 2026 program includes the specialized nasal spray vaccine for children aged two to five years. Health practitioners are encouraged to finalize their stock requirements this Thursday to ensure readiness for the state-wide distribution commencing next week. Members of the public, particularly those in high-risk categories or experiencing homelessness, are reminded that funded vaccines remain available through the National Immunisation Program and state-funded initiatives.

Infrastructure Update: North-South Corridor

Work continues at the Southern Precinct of the River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) project following the successful positioning of the first 300-tonne Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) cutterhead. Throughout Thursday, 2 April, technical teams will remain on-site at Clovelly Park for the assembly of secondary TBM components. While South Road remains open to traffic, motorists are reminded to observe all speed restrictions and safety signage near the 20-metre-deep launch box. This milestone marks a significant phase in the state’s largest infrastructure project, which remains on track for scheduled tunneling activities later this year.