The South Australian Government is spending $2 million to install new CCTV cameras and lighting at a number of train stations and tram stops.
Broadmeadows station on the Gawler/Gawler Central line, Woodville station on the Grange/Outer Harbor line, and the Adelaide Entertainment Centre tram stop at Hindmarsh will all be targeted for CCTV upgrades.
Transport minister Stephen Knoll said the initiative was aimed at improving safety and driving patronage growth.
“Safety is often an important consideration when people are deciding whether or not to use public transport, especially late services,” Knoll said on May 29.
“On top of the CCTV, additional lighting will also be installed as a further safety measure for passengers, staff and the general public.”
The three sites to be targeted under the contract were identified through a review as priority locations for improved safety technology.
“These measures are particularly important at the Entertainment Centre tram stop, where there is a high volume of people in the area late at night after concerts and other events,” Knoll said.
A contractor will be selected to undertake the work after a competitive tender process, the Government said.