The Perth Motorplex Tender Controversy Unpacked

There is growing unease surrounding the awarding of a $5 million tender linked to the Perth Motorplex drag strip project. Reports have suggested that one of the beneficiaries of this contract is a company closely associated with the Coffin Cheaters, an outlaw group with a notorious reputation. This isn't just a minor oversight or bureaucratic slip-up. It raises alarm bells about the safety and integrity of public works and the shadow cast over the communities they impact.

When due diligence is sidelined

In my years as a medical professional and public servant, I’ve seen the critical importance of thorough investigation before making decisions that affect people’s lives. Whether it’s diagnosing a patient or overseeing public contracts, due diligence forms the bedrock of trust and accountability. Yet, here we face troubling questions: What checks and balances were in place before this tender was awarded? Was any consultation held with the Minister for Police to understand the risks of empowering an organisation so closely linked to an outlaw group?

This isn’t about paranoia or sensationalism. It’s about the real risk this poses to families, local communities, and the reputation of government processes charged with protecting us. When organisations with questionable backgrounds secure high-profile contracts, we face the grim possibility of compromised public safety and the erosion of community trust.

The unexpected answer

Confusion muddied the waters when the government denied plans for a drag strip at Burswood, clarifying the Motorplex is actually located in Kwinana. This geographical detail is important but doesn’t erase the core concern about awarding contracts without adequate oversight. The Minister’s response pointed to a misunderstanding that distracts from the key issue: transparency and proper responsibility from those in charge.

Ministerial accountability is not a blame game. It’s a principle rooted in integrity. When government departments and officials fail to uphold clear standards, it is appropriate—and necessary—for leaders to accept responsibility. Public confidence depends on it. And sometimes, taking the decent course means stepping down to restore faith.

Let’s be clear: this isn’t just red tape. It’s about the safety net that catches our communities before harm reaches them. It’s about standing with forward-thinkers who demand evidence, not excuses; science, not fear-mongering; facts, not silence.

By ignoring these warning signs, we risk sacrificing the wellbeing of those we serve to unchecked interests. This is the moment for courage and clarity.

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The human cost of complacency

Imagine the feeling of discovering your community’s safety has been traded for a contract that benefits questionable players. The frustration runs deep because it chips away at the foundation of trust in government. When communities feel sidelined, the ripple effects impact mental wellbeing and social cohesion.

Public contracts are not just about dollars; they are about whom we choose to empower and what values we uphold. The government’s failure to act with transparency here sends a troubling message to families who deserve protection.

For those of us who look at the facts, who believe in science and due process, this case is a call to action. We cannot afford to let shady dealings become the norm. It’s time to hold decision-makers accountable and ensure that every contract awarded stands up to the highest ethical and safety standards.

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