Supercars Indigenous Round liveries revealed

Walkinshaw Andretti United has broken covers to reveal Indigenous Round livery of Mobil 1 Optus Racing #25 that will run at the Darwin Triple Crown from 14-16 June, designed by Ava Muir. The Darwin Triple Crown will take place on Larrakia country.

Ava Muir is a proud Wurundjeri and Arrentre woman, who lives on the traditional lands of the Durag peoples in Sydney’s north. Ava loves connecting with people and her heritage, and her art has given her the chance to connect with her ancestors and people as well as the wider community.

Her artwork titled “Artangentyele akethe durt”, means together in the open stars, and was commissioned by Optus to reflect identifiably Australian optimism and the power of positive connections.

At the heart of the design is the sky, the one we all share no matter who are we are or where we are, it keeps us positively connected and together. The handprints throughout the artwork are the handprints of Ava’s friends and family who have supported her passion for her culture and artwork. The Waang (raven) is the protector of the Wurundjeri people seen throughout the design.

The theme of optimism is represented by the three meeting places that signify the journey through life, culminated with the symbol for people, which represents everyone you meet along the way and the positive connections and relationships formed in the search for the ultimate community.

Ava Muir – Artist Car 25 said, “Thanks to Optus and WAU, it has been amazing to have the chance to showcase my culture through my car design for the Darwin Triple Crown Indigenous livery.

“I have learnt so much, the process from brief to realisation and all steps in between. It has been a once in a lifetime opportunity. “Everyone I have worked with from OPTUS, Mobil 1 and WAU have been wonderfully supportive. I am so very grateful to both Optus and WAU for the experience. I am so excited to see my design on car 25 and share my story.”

Bruce Stewart – CEO, Walkinshaw Andretti United said, “We look forward to the Darwin round each year, it’s a special weekend on the calendar, it’s a great way to celebrate our Indigenous communities.

“A massive thanks goes out to Truck Assist, Optus and Mobil 1 who have provided the artwork to help bring these liveries to life. A big thank you also to all our partners who have been supportive throughout the entire process.

Matt Williams, Managing Director of Customer Solutions, Optus, said, “We are thrilled to have brought proud Wurundjeri and Arrentre woman, Ava Muir, and Walkinshaw Andretti United together for the Indigenous round in Darwin.

Ava’s design beautifully expresses the essence of connection- to people, Country and what matters most. We can’t wait to see the Indigenous livery on the track and extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ava once more.”

Ava Muir (16) is a proud Wurundjeri and Arrentre woman, who lives on the traditional lands of the Darug peoples in an area of Sydney’s north.

Ava was introduced to Walkinshaw Andretti United (WAU) via her connection with Optus - Ava impressed the team at Optus as an entrant in a recent competition, who then approached WAU with the potential opportunity to create the Mobil 1 Optus No. 25 livery for the Darwin Triple Crown round.

Ava has met some amazing people who have helped her learn and grow as an artist, and who have inspired and encouraged her to follow her dreams.

Art has enabled Ava to break down barriers - she loves how it can bring people together and connect us positively. Her art gives Ava the chance to connect with her ancestors and people, as well as the wider community by telling her story.