Proposed Temporary Road Closure - Reedy Road, Riverlea Park

Community Consultation Outcome

Thank you to everyone who provided feedback during the consultation period, which was open from 8 October to 4 November 2025.

Council received 38 individual submissions:

• 33 opposed (87%) the proposed closure, citing concerns about traffic congestion, safety, and daily convenience.
• 5 supported (13%) the proposal through a signed letter highlighting perceived safety and health benefits.

Outcome

Council has decided to place the proposed road closure on hold while further access and traffic management options are explored. Please refer to the Council Resolution below for further details.

Council decision and reports

Council considered the feedback received during consultation alongside supporting technical information and access considerations before making its decision.

The following documents are now available in the Document Library:

• What We Heard Report
• Council Report
• Traffic Impact Report

These reports were presented to:

• Strategy and Services Committee – 14 April 2026
• Ordinary Council – 28 April 2026

You can also view the Council meeting recording: Ordinary Council – 28 April 2026
(Temporary Road Closure discussion commences at 1:02:35) 

Council Resolution (6544)

That Council:

1. Having considered the written submissions made in accordance with Section 32 of the Road Traffic Act 1961, together with access and safety considerations, resolves to place the proposed temporary closure of Reedy Road, Riverlea Park on hold whilst further access and traffic management solutions are investigated.
2. Write to the Department for Infrastructure and Transport advising of this decision and request consideration of additional road safety improvements at the intersection of Martin Road and Port Wakefield Road, Riverlea Park.

Consultation now closed - Proposed Temporary Road Closure - Reedy Road, Riverlea Park

Consultation was open from 8 October 2025 - 4 November 2025. Thank you to all who provided feedback. We are now collating all of your feedback and writing our What We Heard Report. Stay tuned for further updates.

Consultation now open - Proposed Temporary Road Closure - Reedy Road, Riverlea Park

Council is considering a proposal to temporarily close a section of Reedy Road (between Polwarth Crescent and Martins Road) for a period of five years. We’re inviting community feedback to help shape this decision. 

This proposal is being considered under Section 32 of the Road Traffic Act 1961 and aims to support safer, more efficient traffic flow in the area.

                                              Proposed location for temporary closure of Reedy Road

Why is this being proposed?

Riverlea Park is growing quickly, and a key part of its design is the new Riverlea Boulevard. This road connects straight to the signalised Port Wakefield Highway/Angle Vale Road intersection and has been purpose-built to safely handle increased traffic. 

To support the planned traffic flow and maximise the benefits of the safer, signalised connection, Council proposes a temporary closure of a short section of Reedy Road. This proposal follows a request from Walker Corporation and, after Council’s assessment, is considered the best way to improve safety and manage traffic as the area continues to grow. This change will encourage vehicles to use Riverlea Boulevard as the primary access route, creating a safer and more predictable traffic flow for everyone. 

What would change if this went ahead?

• Only emergency services and Council-authorised vehicles (for essential services) will be able to access the closed section, using removable bollards. 

• The closure would be in place for five years. 

• Residents and the general public will not be eligible for authorised access. 

Will this impact travel times? 
Riverlea Boulevard provides a quick, direct, and signalised route to Port Wakefield Highway. While traffic volumes may increase as the community grows, any change to travel times due to the road closure is expected to be minimal. 

Why five years? 
This gives time for the community to settle into using Riverlea Boulevard as the main access point while development in the area continues. 

Next steps

Once the consultation period closes, all submissions will be reviewed and considered. A report will then be prepared and presented to Council for a resolution on the proposed temporary road closure.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need further information, please call 8256 0333 or email connected@playford.sa.gov.au