Supercars to continue racing on the Gold Coast and in Townsville

The Supercars Championship has confirmed that the Castrol Gold Coast 600 and the Castrol Edge Townsville 400 will remain for the next three years.

Following some uncertainty about the future of the races, Queensland Government agency Tourism and Events Queensland has agreed a deal which keeps the Gold Coast and Townsville events racing until 2019.

Announcing the deal, Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk stated “securing these events for the Gold Coast and Townsville will deliver around 200,000 visitor nights and $80 million in economic benefit each year.

“We recognise the importance of the Gold Coast and Townsville as leading tourism and events destinations and are committed to delivering the best events for the community.”

Supercars Chief Executive James Warburton added “we are delighted to have an agreed extension with the Queensland Government.

“I would like to thank Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, Minister Kate Jones, Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate and Townsville Mayor Jenny Hill for their continued support of what are two of the biggest sporting events in Queensland.

“As well as delivering significant tourism and economic benefits, these events also generate local jobs and showcase Queensland to a huge television audience around Australia and overseas. By any measure they have been a great success.

“Our teams, drivers and fans love these events and they are now a core part of our calendar for the years to come.”

Queensland Tourism and Major Events Minister Kate Jones concluded that Tourism and Events Queensland will now work with Supercars to ensure maximum benefit is attained across the three-year agreement, advising “these events will attract thousands of visitors to the Gold Coast and Townsville and we encourage those fans to stay longer to experience the best of what’s on offer.”

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