Open Government, South Australian Government

API

Open data API for South Australian Government public datasets

Overview

The South Australian Government Open Data API provides programmatic access to thousands of official public datasets across categories like transport, health, environment, education, and community services. Endpoints support dataset discovery via keywords/categories, filtering records by parameters (e.g., date range), and downloading data in JSON, CSV, or XML formats. Use cases include building community apps (e.g., public transport trackers), conducting policy research, creating transparency visualizations, or integrating official data into academic projects to drive evidence-based insights.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://data.sa.gov.au/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
Multiple data formats (JSON, CSV, XML)
No authentication for public datasets
Dataset filtering & discovery
Regularly updated datasets

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is the South Australian Government Open Data API free to use?

Yes, the API is completely free for accessing and reusing public datasets under open licenses.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, authentication is not required for accessing public datasets via the API endpoints.

? What response formats are supported?

The API offers multiple formats including JSON, CSV, and XML, depending on the specific dataset you are accessing.

Top Alternatives

Australian Government Open Data Portal (data.gov.au) Search Google

Victoria Open Data Portal (data.vic.gov.au) Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Government

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Reliable official government data
⊕ Free unlimited access
⊕ Diverse dataset categories
⊕ Open license for reuse

Cons

⊖ Some datasets lack real-time updates
⊖ Limited advanced query documentation
⊖ Variable data granularity across datasets