Adrian Portelli quits Australia, relocating to Dubai permanently

Billionaire Adrian Portelli, known as "The Block's Lambo Guy," has announced he is permanently relocating to Dubai, calling Australia "genuinely finished under its current control and leadership." He made the announcement in social media posts on Wednesday. Portelli said the move had been planned for three years and was declared to the Australian Taxation Office, rejecting suggestions it was linked to proposed gambling reforms affecting his LMCT+ business. He cited Dubai's safety, education, and tax-free status as reasons for the relocation. The businessman also criticized the Australian government and media, claiming his tax contributions were not used to improve Australians' lives. He hinted at political ambitions, saying he wanted to "run the show" and hold national leaders accountable.