Council is responsible for all street lighting on local streets and share responsibility on the main road network (arterial roads) with the Department of Infrastructure & Transport (DIT).
In partnership with South Australian Power Networks (SAPN), we are in the process of changing old streetlights to new Light Emitting Diode (LED) technology. In the last two years we have already transitioned over 8,000 old and inefficient streetlights to new LED technology, with more scheduled for change during 2022. Residents should expect no impact to their electricity supply and street lighting will only be impacted for a short period of time.
Why upgrade?
New LED streetlighting saves ratepayers’ money, helps protect the environment and improve visibility on roads and footpaths. The initiative, which will cost over $3 million, is expected to cut our street light energy and maintenance costs by up to 75 per cent, saving ratepayers almost $10 million over the next 20 years.
Can the new LED technology fit into the existing light fixtures?
No. Unfortunately the new LED technology will not fit in the old shrouds.
We invite you to vote on your preferred option:
- Retain existing light fittings with old halogen bulbs
- Replace with LED fittings and fit LED bulbs
