Scaffolding for success
The Corporate/Finance Domain with participation from both universities and the Integration Management Office has begun critical work to establish the foundations for the new Adelaide University. This spans the mapping of all assets and infrastructure, a stocktake of existing contracts and new framework for future operations, relevant insurances, along with New Entity Planning.
The New Entity Planning is a major undertaking to identify the elements needed for the future institution to commence as a statutory entity (Day 0) and to be fully operational (Day One) come 1st January 2026. Day 0 is the date that the new university is to be formally established under and in accordance with the Adelaide University Act.
Key considerations include the Council-led appointment of the Transition Council and co-Vice Chancellors, corporate requirements (such as government registrations) and the draft Tripartite Agreement, which will guide the provision of supports from the existing institutions into the new university.
Our combined campus footprints and property portfolios also provide an opportunity to consider comprehensive planning and facility development options with a view to optimising investment in both the short and longer-term horizons. Our goal is to develop engaging and activated campuses that:
- provide unique experiences to students and staff, reflective of the campus’ own character and purpose
- facilitate the desired co-location of academic activities to grow and support synergies with industry, aligned to state priorities.
As we advance the creation of a new Adelaide University, our facilities will align with our continued growth and success, and we look forward to updating you more as planning and activities progress.
Paul Beard, Corporate/Finance Domain Lead
Joint Committee, Building a new Adelaide University