THE dream of Supercars racing in downtown Perth in 2028 is one step closer to reality, with a commitment from the Western Australian Government to build a new, multi-purpose precinct named ‘Perth Park’.
At the heart of the plans is a 12-turn, 3.4km-long FIA Grade 3 temporary circuit, which will include strategically placed spectator mounds.
To achieve the layout, Roger McKay Drive in the parkland adjacent to Optus Stadium will be realigned.
Fresh renders propose a multi-use venue that, outside of the Supercars’ event, would be available for sport, entertainment and community use.
The plans have been inspired by Albert Park, with its pit facility utilised year-round by a range of community groups.
Victoria, meanwhile, has indicated that it plans to upgrade the Formula 1 facilities in the coming years.
The Perth Park multi-use track will also host cycling events, while there is potential for a substantial new hospitality facility.
The precinct features a 12,000-seat outdoor amphitheatre, purpose-built for live concerts, indoor sporting facilities, and a 150,000-tree urban forest.
Work on the venue is due to begin next year, ahead of the park opening in 2027.
WA Premier Roger Cook backed the inclusion of a Supercars event at Perth Park.
“I think when people see the legacy it creates for future generations, when they see it brings this whole area alive, public amenity, opportunity to create events here, it is an important project,” said Premier Cook.
“Sitting alongside the Belmont Park Racecourse and Crown Perth, Perth Park will bring Optus Stadium and the State Tennis Centre together with exciting new facilities to create something truly iconic for our State long into the future.”
It has been projected that the Supercars event will contribute $61 million to the WA economy annually.
“The chance to hold a Supercars street race at Perth Park precinct is something we’re really looking forward to in 2028,” said James Warburton, Supercars Chief Executive.
“We’re very excited to be a part of it.”
Supercars will return to west to Wanneroo Raceway from July 31 to August 2, 2026.
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