Supercars paddock welcomed back to Larrakia Land

The Repco Supercars Championship field has been welcomed to Larrakia Nation ahead of this weekend's Merlin Darwin Triple Crown.

Supercars drivers were welcomed by Larrakia Traditional Owner Richard Fejo and took part in a traditional smoking ceremony held at the Darwin Waterfront Precinct on Thursday.

The ceremony was followed by the first off-site driver signing session of the season alongside the Australian Superbikes field.

WATCH: SUPERCARS DRIVERS WELCOMED BY TRADITIONAL OWNERS

The Larrakia people are the traditional owners of the Darwin region, with their country running from Cox Peninsula in the west to Gunn Point in the north, Adelaide River in the east and down to the Manton Dam area southwards.

The vibrant Aboriginal nation of more than 2000 people, Larrakia are broadly recognised for their strengths in performance, music and art.

“It is part of our culture to embrace our community; the community is the centre to our wellbeing,” Fejo said.

Tradtional owner Richard Fejo

“Everyone is an important aspect of the Larrakia Land.

“Wherever you come from, from around Australia or around the world, we believe in multiculturalism, and we celebrate it.

“While you are here on Larrakia Land, may you stay safe, I offer you my best, I hope you stay safe and have good outcomes in whatever you are doing, whether it be racing or even moving around town.

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“Always look out for each other and look out for yourselves.”

The Repco Supercars Championship field will return to the Northern Territory this weekend for the Merlin Darwin Triple Crown. Tickets are available here.

The event will be broadcast live on Foxtel and will be streamed on Kayo, and will be broadcast live and free on Seven.