South Australian opposition leader Peter Malinauskas has announced a significant investment in motorsport activities if he wins the upcoming state election.
A major part of his announcement included the reestablishment of the South Australian Motorsport Board to focus mainly on the revived Adelaide 500 and Adelaide Motorsport Festival in addition to new events for 2023.
“South Australia has a proud history of car manufacturing and motorsport events, and we want to not only preserve that reputation – we want to grow it,” said Malinauskas.
“This is about more than just growing our motorsport and car community; it is also about supporting jobs and the economy.
“Events like the car club runs, the Adelaide Motorsport Festival and Adelaide 500 support jobs in our tourism, hospitality, and retail industries.”
Also included as part of his campaign is a $2 million grant programme for car clubs and an expansion of conditional registration to bring more classic and historic cars back on the road.
Shadow Treasurer Stephen Mullighan expressed the advantages this bill will provide to an array of local industries.
“This initiative will get more classic and historic vehicles onto the road for club events and exhibitions, and support the car restoration industry, including panel beaters, spray painters, mechanics, auto electricians and motor trimmers.
“Motorsport events and car shows attract participants and spectators from interstate and overseas, boosting the economy and creating jobs.”