Game changer: South Australians can now catch an Uber outside the metro area

South Australia's rideshare boundaries have been lifted, giving people a new way to travel outside of the metropolitan area.

The change means services, such as Uber, will be available in the Barossa Valley for AFL Gather Round in April.

"This will be a major boon for regional communities, which will be evidenced during Gather Round when it will make it easier for footy fans to get to and from SA's footy festival," said South Australian Transport Minister Tom Koutsantonis.

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The change takes effect from this weekend, with similar statewide restrictions for taxi operators to also be lifted. 

Meanwhile, the state government has also announced free Footy Express services will be back for the 2025 AFL season, making it easy for fans to get in and out of the city.

"Adelaide Metro will put on about 300 extra bus, train and tram trips for every Crows and Port home game at Adelaide Oval – as well as for every single game during Gather Round," Mr Koutsantonis said. 

This article was produced with the assistance of 9ExPress.