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Commonwealth Games organisers unaware of external consultants’ cost forecasts until shock cancellation

Australian Games body slams Victorian government, calling predicted blowout a ‘gross exaggeration’

The Guardian - AU · Jul 18, 2023

Future of Commonwealth Games in doubt as Victoria drops out

The future of the Commonwealth Games has been thrown into doubt after the 2026 hosts dramatically pulled out today.

The Week · Jul 18, 2023

Downing Street wants ‘viable solution’ for 2026 Commonwealth Games in Australia

The state’s premier Daniel Andrews announced the withdrawal on Tuesday.

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2023

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Why does no one want to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games?

The Australian state of Victoria has pulled out of hosting the Games less than three years before the start, citing spiralling costs. Now cities across the Commonwealth are lining up to say ‘no’ to staging the event

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2023

Commonwealth Games: Victoria’s regions ‘shocked and disappointed’ after event cancelled

The 2026 Games, which Daniel Andrews announced would be cancelled, was set to be held across Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat, Gippsland and Shepparton

The Guardian - AU · Jul 18, 2023

'Existential questions': is this the beginning of the end of the Commonwealth Games?

Premier Daniel Andrews announced on Tuesday that the Victorian government has withdrawn from its commitment to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, citing an anticipated cost blowout from an original estimate of A$2.6 billion to over $6-$7 billion.

The Conversation · Jul 18, 2023

Afternoon Update: sport organisations condemn Commonwealth Games axing; Rome braces for record heat; and 2007 iPhone sells for $279,000

Premier Daniel Andrews has cited a cost blowout to $7bn as the main reason for pulling the event

The Guardian - AU · Jul 18, 2023

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Commonwealth Games’ future in doubt after Victoria pull out of hosting in 2026

The future of the Commonwealth Games have been cast in doubt after Victoria pulled out of plans to host the event in 2026 due to spiralling costs.

Evening Standard · Jul 18, 2023

Commonwealth Games in doubt as hosts Victoria pull out

Games federation says they are ‘hugely disappointed’ with Victoria’s decision

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2023

Does Victoria’s 2026 cancellation sound Commonwealth Games death knell?

For those that believe in the power of sport there will always be a place for major events. But do the Games deserve that place?

The Guardian - AU · Jul 18, 2023

Commonwealth Games in limbo as Australia pulls out as 2026 host

Victoria pulls out of 2026 Commonwealth Games citing cost blow-outs, leaving organisers scrambling to keep event afloat. Victoria's Premier Daniel Andrews refused to spend $7B on the multi-sport event, instead announcing a $2B support package for regional Victoria. Commonwealth Games Federation blasted the move as "hugely disappointing" and is now…

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

Commonwealth Games Federation calls Victoria’s 2026 exit ‘hugely disappointing’

The 2026 Commonwealth Games were set to be held in regional Victoria.

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2023

Commonwealth Games 2026: why has Victoria pulled out and what happens now?

With the Australia state of Victoria stepping away from its commitment to host the Games, will the event be able to go ahead?

The Guardian - AU · Jul 18, 2023

The Commonwealth Games Boss Has Ripped Into Dan Andrews For Canning The Event At The 11th Hour

"Daniel Andrews and Jacinta Allan’s botched Games will only leave a legacy of failure and missed opportunities."

Pedestrian.tv · Jul 18, 2023

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The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2023

Australia’s Victoria state withdraws as host of 2026 Commonwealth Games

The original budget for the games was estimated to be around 2.6 billion dollars (£1.3 billion) but ballooned out to nearly triple that.

The Guardian - AU · Jul 18, 2023

Australia Commonwealth Games 2026: Victoria cancels event after costs blow out to $7bn

Commonwealth Games Federation says the state government’s decision was ‘hugely disappointing’

AAP · Jul 17, 2023

Victoria pulls the pin on 2026 Commonwealth Games

The 2026 Commonwealth Games slated for regional Victoria will not go ahead after the state government pulled support, saying hosting them will cost too much.

The Guardian - AU · Jul 17, 2023

‘Should be closed after midnight’: experts warn 4am pokies closures in Victoria will do little to stop harm

Proposed mandatory closing times will still allow 361 venues to remain open after 2am, data suggests

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AAP · Jul 16, 2023

Sweeping gaming reforms to minimise harm in Victoria

The Victorian government has announced a series of reforms to reduce gambling harm at venues with electronic gaming machines across the state.

The Guardian - AU · Jul 6, 2023

Local councils warn Victorian government against seizing control of planning laws

Municipal peak body also says more town planners are desperately needed to speed up building approvals

The Guardian - AU · Jul 5, 2023

Daniel Andrews calls Victoria’s election funding laws ‘perfectly fair’ amid Climate 200 criticism

Simon Holmes à Court says the laws make it ‘nearly impossible’ for independents to successfully campaign

AAP · Jul 5, 2023

Radical shift to 'rigid' Vic euthanasia laws ruled out

Barriers to accessing Victoria's voluntary assisted dying scheme have caused considerable distress for terminally-ill patients and their families, a study says.

AAP · Jun 29, 2023

Taxpayers billed $80k for Daniel Andrews' China trip

Almost $83,000 of Victorian taxpayers' money was spent on airfares, accommodation and other travel expenses during Premier Daniel Andrews' recent trip to China.

The Guardian - AU · Jun 29, 2023

Afternoon Update: Greens want more Icac funding after Berejiklian findings; Putin’s rare public visit; and why is everything grey?

Putin makes a surprise public visit and Fiat commits to cease the production of its grey vehicles

The Guardian - AU · Jun 28, 2023

Inquiry to look at allegations of ‘vile’ historical child sexual abuse at Victorian state school

Daniel Andrews pledges formal apology to victim-survivors who attended Beaumaris primary school in 1960s and 1970s

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