Political turbulence at the federal level, simmering tensions over immigration and rising nationalism should not distract South Australia from growing its population, argues the Committee for Adelaide’s Sam Dighton.

Debates about immigration levels, rising nationalism and political turbulence at the federal level should not derail South Australia’s economic growth ambitions.

At a time when national and global news cycles feel heavy, South Australia has real momentum, which we cannot afford to lose sight of.

Despite persistent inflation and geopolitical uncertainty, South Australia is outperforming on many levels. The Business Council of Australia has ranked our state as the best place in the country to do business for three consecutive years.

Unemployment remains historically low, business conditions are strong, and once-in-a-generation opportunities, including AUKUS, are moving from concept to reality.

Across Adelaide, investment is reshaping our city. Projects such as Eighty-Eight O’Connell, Festival Plaza Towers, Market Square and the Central Market Expansion, alongside major redevelopments at Southwark, Glenside and Forestville, are increasing density, vibrancy and confidence in the CBD and inner suburbs.

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