Released 31/01/2018
Minister for Planning and Land Management Mick Gentleman today announced a $200,000 ACT Government grant to upgrade Circuit Mark Webber – home of the Canberra Kart Racing Club.
The ACT Government’s new investment, which is included in the upcoming ACT Budget Review, will transform Circuit Mark Webber into an international standard track, extending its length from 750m to 1100m.
By bringing the facility up to world standards, the Canberra Kart Club and Karting Australia will have the opportunity to host a range of events including state and national championships, as well as international competitions.
“Today the ACT Government is delivering on the commitment we made during the 2016 election to significantly upgrade Circuit Mark Webber,” Minister Gentleman said.
“This upgrade will bring Canberra up to international kart racing standard and allow our city to deliver elite level competitions. Hosting sporting events on the world stage brings major economic benefits to the ACT.
“As the Nation’s Capital, Canberra has all the facilities of an exciting, growing international city offering great restaurants, shopping, and accommodation for all budgets.
“The arrival of international guests is now much easier too, with Canberra Airport offering direct flights from Europe via Singapore.”
Minister Gentleman said it would be exciting to see kart racers from across the country and all over the world visit Canberra to compete at Circuit Mark Webber.
“Karting can be an important start to an exciting motorsport career - many top drivers across the world started with Karting, including Australia’s own Mark Webber,” Minister Gentleman said.
“I’m sure Mark and his family will be very proud that this circuit will be brought up to international standard, again recognising his achievements on the world stage.”
Work on the track is set to begin in the coming months and be completed in 2019.
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