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Thrills on wheels return to South Australia’s Premier Mainstreet for the Santos Tour Down Under in 2025

24/06/2024

The City of Norwood, Payneham & St Peters has once again welcomes the exciting opportunity to be a part of the Santos Tour Down Under, with EFEX Men’s Stage 3 launching from The Parade, Norwood, on 23 January 2025.

Riders will then head for the slopes of Norton Summit, then push further into the Adelaide Hills and towards the Uraidla finish – a total of 147.5km.

Mayor Robert Bria said Norwood is the home of cycling in South Australia and once again our City will be bursting with colour and energy to welcome cyclist’s elite.

“Each year thousands of spectators line The Parade to watch the Tour Down Under, creating an electric atmosphere, as fans cheer on the peloton.”

“With international media filming our leafy green streets and promoting the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters cosmopolitan lifestyle all over the world, being a part of the Santos Tour Down Under is an incredible opportunity for the Council.”

“Being the 25th year anniversary of such an iconic South Australian event will make next year’s Tour Down Under even more special and we hope to see as many people as possible on The Parade and enjoying our City.”

The EFEX Men’s Stage 3 includes two big climbs, tight turns and a rollercoaster last approach in the mix.

The Santos Tour Down Under is Australia's greatest cycling race, with a rich history as the highest regarded and most popular bike race in the southern hemisphere.

For more information visit: Santos Tour Down Under 

Media enquiries: Mayor Robert Bria on 0431 754 077 or Simonne Whitlock 0400 650 951