SA harmful algal bloom update
16 July 2025
A naturally occurring, harmful algal bloom is affecting parts of the South Australian coastline.
Video:The biggest seagrass restoration trial in Australia is being done in SA
Coasts
South Australia has more than 5000 km of coastline (including offshore islands) and more than 90% of South Australians live on or near the coast.
Managing and protecting our precious coastline is critical for our environmental, social and economic wellbeing.
Learn about projects happening on our metropolitan and regional coast.
- How Adelaide’s beaches are managed and works underway
- Adelaide beach management review
- Dune restoration projects
- Support for regional coasts to help repair, restore and sustain them in partnership with local councils
- Seagrass restoration projects.
More information
Latest news
Coastal protection grants now open
23 June 2025
More than $1 million in Coast Protection Board grants are available to councils and community groups to help our coastal and marine environment and address climate change.
Storm impacts being assessed statewide
29 May 2025
DEW is working with local councils and other government departments to assess the impacts of Monday’s storm event on beaches across the state.
