Playford opens SA's first suburban study hub

29 January 2026

Uni Hub Playford has officially opened in Elizabeth, bringing university support and opportunity closer to home for northern Adelaide students.

The City of Playford marked a major milestone for local education with the official opening of Uni Hub Playford, South Australia’s first suburban university study hub, located at the TAFE SA Elizabeth campus.

Designed to help break down barriers many local students face when accessing higher education, such as long commutes, limited public transport and feeling disconnected from campus life, the hub offers purpose-built study spaces along with tailored academic, career and wellbeing support - all close to home.

Uni Hub Playford aims to make university study a realistic and supported option for school leavers, mature-aged learners and anyone balancing work, family and study.

City of Playford Mayor Glenn Docherty said that the hub reflects the community’s commitment to helping more people achieve their educational goals.

“This hub has been designed to address real barriers faced by students in the north, including distance from campuses, transport challenges and limited local access to higher education,” Mayor Docherty said.

“By providing support close to home, Uni Hub Playford makes tertiary study more accessible and achievable for people at different stages of life.”

This community-centred initiative represents a significant step forward in ensuring local students have access to higher education pathways without needing to travel long distances.

The City of Playford is proud to have played a central role in bringing this hub to life alongside our partners, the Australian Government, Adelaide University, Flinders University, TAFE SA and the Northern Adelaide State Secondary Schools’ Alliance.

Learn more at Uni Hub Playford.

Image credit: Uni Hub Playford.