I am writing this petition to propose a unique event that will be highly effective and recommended idea for the 2027 Repco Bathurst 1000 that I genuinely believe could and would absolutely be a fantastic opportunity for Supercars to celebrate its history, reconnect with long-time supporters, and create an unforgettable experience for fans of all generations and make the event unlike the previous events.

My proposal is to organise a special one off 30-minute to a possible maximum one hour Repco Supercars Bathurst 1000 Legends Signing Session behind the pits. 

This would feature some of the most iconic drivers in Australian touring car history.

The concept would be simple:

Supercars wound bring a group of legendary past and present drivers together in one accessible location behind the pits for a short, dedicated autograph session.
Fans could line up, meet their heroes, have memorabilia signed, and create lasting memories with the people who helped make Australian motorsport what it is today.

 Potential attendees could include the ones who most likely will be there including Jamie Whincup, Craig Lowndes, Garth Tander, Greg Murphy, Dick Johnson, Brad Jones and, if available, Mark Skaife, Neil Crompton, Larry Perkins, Russell Ingall, Glenn Seton, Marcos Ambrose, Jim Richard’s and other iconic names from the sport’s history and anyone else who’s there at the event. 

I completely appreciate that driver availability, travel arrangements and existing commitments would need to be considered. However, even a selection of these legends appearing together would make this a very special occasion.

Supercars would only need to provide an hour out of the day maximum, some tables in a line and chairs. 
Why I believe this could be so valuable for Supercars

One of the biggest challenges facing any long-running sporting category is keeping its traditional supporters emotionally connected as the sport evolves.

There are fans who grew up watching the Ford Falcons, Holden Commodores and other manufacturers battle around Mount Panorama and Supercars/ATCC in general. 

Some feel that Supercars has lost part of its identity since those cars disappeared from the grid. They remember the rivalries, the personalities, the championship battles and the incredible moments that made them fall in love with the iconic Aussie sport.

 

Rather than dismissing those concerns, I believe Supercars has an opportunity to embrace them.
 
Imagine a long-time fan who has become disillusioned with modern Supercars discovering that they could attend the Bathurst 1000 and meet the very drivers they grew up watching. They could meet Craig Lowndes, Mark Skaife, Greg Murphy, Dick Johnson or other heroes from their childhood, have an old Commodore or Falcon photograph signed, share a story and reconnect with the sport in a way that television alone cannot provide.

A lot of people have negativity talked about the sport not being the same anymore, but once they re connect with their past, they would soon understand that the sport is still very much the same and alive today.  Yes the sport is still growing in numbers but I believe it’s better to have this happen as the long time fans will understand that the legacy of the legends are still alive and the legends themselves could say how great the sport still is, that making the fans proud and going home to tell their family and friends how great it still is. 

That experience could remind them that although the cars and regulations evolve, the people, rivalries, memories and passion that define Australian touring car racing are still very much alive.
This could be an opportunity to turn nostalgia into renewed engagement.
Some of those fans might decide to attend Bathurst again after years away. Others might stay longer, explore more of the event, purchase merchandise, bring their children or grandchildren, and pass their passion for motorsport on to the next generation. 

For younger fans, it would also be an opportunity to discover the history behind the names they hear commentators mention and understand the significance of the drivers who helped shape the championship.
A simple initiative with potentially significant benefits

I believe this concept could deliver value in several ways:

Reconnecting lapsed fans: Give supporters who miss the Falcon-versus-Commodore era another compelling reason to attend.

Celebrating Supercars’ heritage:Demonstrate that the championship values its history and recognises the people who built its reputation

Improving the fan experience: Offer something personal, memorable and different from watching cars on track.

Encouraging attendance and ticket sales:Create an additional attraction that could influence undecided fans when planning their Bathurst weekend.

Generating positive publicity: Give fans a story worth sharing across social media, motorsport communities and traditional media.

Building intergenerational connections:Allow parents, grandparents and younger supporters to share an experience centred on Australian motorsport history.

Strengthening the Supercars community:Bring together fans from different eras and remind them that they are all part of the same motorsport family.
It could also provide an opportunity for Supercars to showcase historic photographs, memorabilia or short highlights of memorable Bathurst moments, subject to the relevant permissions. This would further reinforce the connection between the championship’s past, present and future.
Ultimately, I believe this is about more than autographs.

The Bathurst 1000 is not just a motor race. It is an event built on decades of memories, fierce rivalries, family traditions and legendary personalities. Its history is one of its greatest strengths, and I believe there is enormous value in giving fans opportunities to experience that history in person.

For the fan who still has an old Holden or Ford poster on the wall, the person who remembers watching the great Bathurst battles with their parents, or the supporter who feels today’s championship is no longer for them, an experience like this could make a genuine difference.It would send a powerful message.

Supercars has not forgotten the fans who helped build the sport, and its legends remain an important part of its future.

I appreciate that not every suggested driver would be available and that the proposal would need to be assessed against scheduling, safety, staffing and commercial considerations. Nevertheless, I sincerely believe the potential benefits make this a worthwhile idea to explore.

I would be grateful if Supercars could consider this proposal for the 2027 Repco Bathurst 1000.

Thank you for taking the time to read my suggestion and for considering another way to make Australia’s greatest touring car event even more memorable for its supporters.

Who would love to see Supercars continue to celebrate its extraordinary history while bringing old and new generations of fans together this way? 

So if you think you would enjoy this one off event happening at The 2027 Bathurst 1000 then please sign the petition.