Adelaide’s 2027 MotoGP street race has cleared a major hurdle, with federal environmental approval confirmed, community consultation findings released and MotoGP officials visiting the city ahead of the championship’s arrival. Press: MotoGP PressThe Adelaide Circuit Redevelopment has received federal environmental clearance, providing a pathway for the project to progress towards hosting the world’s first MotoGP city street race from November 12–14, 2027. The decision under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 means the project is considered a ‘Not a Controlled Action if taken in a Particular Manner’, provided specified environmental protection measures are implemented.The milestone coincides with the release of the South Australian Government’s What We Heard and Next Steps report, following three weeks of community consultation that attracted more than 6,000 survey responses and 1,000 written submissions.

Feedback focused heavily on protecting mature trees, maintaining the open character of the Adelaide Park Lands and providing additional community recreation facilities. The circuit layout will remain unchanged, while gravel run-off areas will be returned to grass outside motorsport events. The new pit and paddock hardstand will also accommodate community sporting facilities, including pickleball, basketball and tennis courts.

Jack Miller checking out the proposed Adelaide street circuit. Pic: Yamaha Motor Australia

Premier Peter Malinauskas said the approval and consultation results represented an important milestone. “This is an important milestone for the Adelaide Circuit Redevelopment, with federal environmental clearance confirmed and community feedback helping inform the next stage of planning as we count down to MotoGP arriving in Adelaide in November 2027,” Malinauskas said.

Environmental considerations remain a major part of the project. Of the 8,895 trees currently within the circuit precinct, 95 per cent are expected to remain untouched. The project requires the removal of 377 trees, including 42 significant trees, while another 88 will be transplanted. The State Government has committed to replacing every removed tree at a ratio of 10:1, delivering at least 3,393 additional trees, alongside 123,000 understorey plantings.

Jack Miller celebrating the launch of the Adelaide Street Circuit MotoGP round. Pic: Yamaha Motor Australia

MotoGP Stars Visit Adelaide

The announcements come as MotoGP representatives visit Adelaide to inspect the future circuit and experience the city ahead of the championship’s historic arrival.

The delegation includes MotoGP Deputy CEO Carlos Ezpeleta, rising star David Alonso and Australian Moto2 rider Senna Agius, who are meeting with State Government and South Australian Motor Sport Board representatives. The group is also visiting Adelaide attractions, including the Adelaide Oval RoofClimb, Cleland Wildlife Park and Haigh’s Chocolates, while getting a taste of the hospitality awaiting international teams and fans.

Launch of the Adelaide MotoGP round. Pic: Yamaha Motor Australia

“We are delighted to be back in Adelaide and excited to see the momentum continuing to build towards 2027,” said Ezpeleta. “The future of MotoGP is about bringing the sport closer to more people, and Adelaide gives us an incredible platform to do exactly that.”

The proposed street circuit will feature sections of the Adelaide CBD and Park Lands, with MotoGP machinery expected to exceed 340km/h along Dequetteville Terrace. The combined MotoGP and Supercars events are forecast to generate more than $200 million in annual economic returns for South Australia, while showcasing the city to a global audience.

Ticket pre-sale registration for the 2027 MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix of Australia is now underway, giving fans the opportunity to secure early access ahead of general ticket sales. The project will now progress into detailed design, including further development of the vegetation strategy and community facilities, as Adelaide prepares for its first MotoGP street race in November 2027.

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