A new design: A look at the livery Shepparton’s Garry Jacobson will don in Darwin this weekend.
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Keen V8 Supercars observers will notice something a little bit different about Shepparton export Garry Jacobson’s Prem Air Racing car when he hits the track at Darwin’s Hidden Valley Raceway this weekend.
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In honour of V8 Supercars’ first official Indigenous Round Jacobson — along with the rest of the grid — will don a creative First Nations-inspired livery on his vehicle as part of the weekend’s celebration.
Designed by Indigenous artist Elaine Chambers-Hegarty, Jacobson’s Supercar is titled Making Tracks and highlights the connections of past, present and future through the representation of the journey pathways.
The pathways throughout the artwork highlight the continuous growth of people as individuals as well as a collective community.
The large circular pathway in the artwork represents the racetrack itself — as you travel around the racetrack, you are in a process of continuous improvement, growth and development.
Speaking in the lead up to the landmark race weekend, Jacobson said it was an honour to showcase the work of Chambers-Hegarty on his car.
Celebrating culture: Indigenous artist Elaine Chambers-Hegarty’s livery design.
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“I am greatly looking forward to being a part of the first official Supercars Indigenous Round, and to celebrate First Nations people,” Jacobson said.
“To be able to do so carrying an inspiring artwork such as this created by Elaine Chambers-Hegarty is something I am very proud of, and I hope I can honour her message this weekend.”
After a positive result at his Winton home track last start, Jacobson will be looking to continue that form into the Merlin Darwin Triple Crown and push himself up from 23rd spot on the championship standings.
The Merlin Darwin Triple Crown will descend upon Hidden Valley Raceway from Friday, June 17, to Sunday, June 19, and will feature three 38-lap races for the Repco Supercars Championship.
