‘Money Talks’: Motorsport Legend Says Business Support for The Voice Meant to Appease Government

‘Money Talks’: Motorsport Legend Says Business Support for The Voice Meant to Appease Government
Australian sports governing body representatives pose together during a media opportunity with Australian sports governing body representatives who will support The Voice, at North Sydney Oval in Australia on May 26, 2023. Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images
Daniel Y. Teng
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Motorsport legend, Larry Perkins, says sporting organisers are only supporting changing Australia’s Constitution—to entrench Aboriginal interests—because it will lock in future business opportunities with the government.

Perkins, who has competed in Formula One, V8 Supercars, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans, was critical of the decision by Motorsport Australia to join with 20 other sporting leagues to back Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s push for The Voice.

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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