Outback Roads Consultative Forum
The South Australian Outback Roads Consultative Forum is a Government-led initiative designed to unite key stakeholders to develop long-term policies and strategies to improve road infrastructure in Outback SA. The Forum also provides recommendations on optimal resource allocation and investment priorities.
The Forum includes representatives from the Outback Communities Authority (the Authority), the Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT), Livestock SA, the Pastoral Board, SA Chamber of Mining and Energy, Regional Development Australia Far North, Flinders Ranges and Outback SA Tourism, the transport industry, as well as community and Aboriginal representation.
The Forum will meet quarterly and is chaired by Jan Ferguson OAM, Presiding Member of the Authority. DIT’s Chief Executive, Jon Whelan, has expressed strong support for the Forum’s work and has committed to attending as many meetings as possible.
After each meeting, a communiqué will be distributed to attendees, community members, and key stakeholders. The inaugural meeting was held in Port Augusta on 22 May 2024.
To raise issues for the Forum’s consideration and/or subscribe to the communiqué visit the subscription page. Road issues should be reported to the Department for Infrastructure and Transport by email to DIT.North@sa.gov.au.