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Dick Johnson Racing (DJR) has unveiled its livery for the Indigenous Round in Darwin, a key event in the Supercars calendar celebrating Indigenous Australian culture. This year's design features artwork by Wadawurrung man Billy-Jay O’Toole. Titled ‘Gathering,’ the livery symbolizes unity and respect with the message ‘Let us walk together.’

Incorporating Indigenous art into the livery emphasizes representation in motorsport and serves as a reminder of the journey towards reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. O’Toole's artwork reflects traditional themes and stories significant to the Indigenous community, making it integral to the event's celebration.

As Supercars race in Darwin, the ‘Gathering’ livery on vehicles will spark conversations about Indigenous culture. DJR’s display of Indigenous art highlights their commitment to inclusivity and honoring the land's traditional custodians.

This initiative aligns with broader efforts in the sporting community to embrace diversity and celebrate all cultures. By featuring Billy-Jay O’Toole’s artwork, DJR promotes a striking design and honors the stories and histories vital to Indigenous Australians' identity. As the Indigenous Round approaches, anticipation builds for both the racing and the cultural exchange and awareness it will bring to fans and participants.

DJR’s lead driver Brodie Kostecki is third in the championship, while rookie teammate Rylan Gray is 21st. Billy-Jay O’Toole describes the artwork as representing a place of abundance and connection for the Wadawurrung people, where they lived, gathered, and sustained life for generations.

He notes that his ancestors were banned from the Corio region by colonizers, but today his people live there again. The artwork and the Darwin event aim to bring people together to honor and celebrate the oldest living culture in the world through the Supercars indigenous round, encouraging learning, growth, and inspiration to celebrate First Nations culture.