Just to show this is no "little upstart" operation, plans and operations have been happening for some time now.
26th January 2010
MASSIVE turn out for the Cruise to the Track event, with all groups meeting in the city before cruising out to the Speedboat Club the entire length of King William Street had wall to wall Muscle Cars, Cruisers, Hot Rods and bikes.
Concept drawings were released for the public at the Speedboat Club.
December 2009
Thanks to Charlie Saraceno, the race team and the little helpers spreading the word to Australia - Support Motorsport at the Port.
In this photo: Nathan Romeo, Dimos Stefanopoulos, Bruno Romeo, Joseph Romeo, Ralph Sop, Jeff Romeo, Danny Buccella, Tony Romeo, Charlie Saraceno.
11/11/2009
Update on the Meeting with Hon Patrick Conlon from Anna Micheel.
Hi Everyone,
Have just returned from a meeting with Minister Conlon. Attendees were as follows: Federal Member for Port Adelaide, Mark Butler and his PA, Wayne Gibbons, CEO of Land Management Corporation, Minister Conlon and his PA/Chief of Staff, Tony Thornton and Harry White, both from ANDRA, Adam Willis from CAMS, the Investors and myself.
Whilst the meeting did not produce the desired outcome with Gillman, I was still buoyed with the response received. The Government will not or cannot release the Gillman site to us until they receive the outcome from studies being undertaken on the Salt Pans and possible reclamation there of.
Minister Conlon was supportive of the Motorsport Complex to the extent he has directed the LMC to undertake a review of other potential sites that maybe suitable for our use.
There is another meeting with the LMC set for the middle of December to discuss the findings of the above review.
Whilst I understand that everyone will be disappointed with the above result, I ask you to realise that this is all a numbers game for the Government. It is now that I need as much support as you can rally for the project. Please continue to write or even make appointments with your Local Member to discuss why you want the Motorsport Complex to happen.
We are at a crucial time - I believe we are close to achieving our goal but it is time for all Motorsport Taxing Paying Enthusiasts to rally together. The Government is all about numbers - if we have the numbers the Government will act, if not - all will be lost.
So, please - do not sit on your backsides and wait for everyone else to do the job. HELP US! The Election - March 20th 2010!
25th October 2009
ADELAIDE MOTORPLEX PUBLIC RALLY
Was a success by all accounts, the large crowd covered the footpath across the entire frontage of Parliament House and spilled out onto North Terrace blocking one lane of traffic. The crowd was very vocal and armed with whistles and air-horns. Thanks to the Speakers and most of all all the people that took time out to show support for the cause. There was plenty of media coverage with all local TV channels represented, a story in the Advertiser website with a small picture. There is now plenty of photos and video footage available through the Motorplex's Facebook page.
The Adelaide Motorplex representatives will be meeting with the Transport Minister in early November, so keep an eye on the website for update. In the mean time spread the word, sign the petition if you haven't already and leave your messages of support by clicking the tab above.
Video footage (7 seconds) from an ABC news story of Mike Rann having some fun on the track, something he seemingly doesn't want anyone else to do.
August 2009
Here's a couple of pictures of Roc Puccini's "Dirty Rat Racing" Crew showing their support for the Adelaide Motorplex at the August Season Opener race meet at Willowbank Raceway in Queensland.
Thanks to all that attended the Public Meeting on August 23rd at 2:00pm at the Masonic Hall Port Adelaide.
In this picture you can see that the crowd was so large that it spilled out onto Dale Street that subsequently had to be closed to traffic on both sides.
Speakers included : Anna Micheel (spokesperson for the Consortium), Gary Johanson (Port Adelaide/Enfield Mayor), Tony Thornton and Harry White from ANDRA
and representatives from CAMS, "Beat the Heat" and the Liberal Party.
ACA Special Report on Hoon Drivers and the lack of a safe venue for them to take it off the street.
29/07/2009
Northern Territory's interesting approach to kerbing the road toll CLICK HERE (are you reading this Mike?)
Interesting article from 2007 on WA Police's pro-active approach CLICK HERE
Another article, this time on off-street racing in Alice Springs CLICK HERE
27/07/2009
THE PUBLIC MEETING for the proposed Adelaide Motorplex HAS NOW BEEN CONFIRMED!!!!!
SUNDAY August 23rd at 2:00pm
Masonic Hall, Cnr Dale Street and Commercial St, Port Adelaide.
Lots of info and speakers, plus the announcement of the date for the Rally in front of Parliment House.
Due to the completely overwhelming response to the public meeting/protest, the dates will have to be revised.
Since the announcement less than 48hrs ago we have received requests from interstate car clubs, race teams, companies and many individuals who wish to attend in support of our situation in SA. Unfortunately due to the relatively short notice this has made it difficult for them to attend and support us in our fight.
As we wish to make the biggest statement possible to the State Government we have decided to revise the dates of the public meeting (was Sunday August 16) and the Protest (was Friday August 28 )
We apologise to those who have organized time off work for the Protest, however in order to maximize the impact and to achieve our desired outcome, this is necessary.
I'm sure you all realize how big this Protest is turning out, and we want it to be the best it can be for everyone of us.
