The Latest Breaking News from Victoria

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

Games may be over, but regions find solace in legacy

Victorian mayors are finding hope in the state government's promised investment, after the Commonwealth Games were axed from the regions.

AAP · Jul 18, 2023

Aussie swim coach, hockey boss blast Comm Games call

A host of sporting bodies and athletes have criticised Victoria's decision to scrap hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

AAP · 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

Toll from spate of mysterious horse deaths rises to 13

Another three horses have been reported dead after authorities launched an investigation into a spate of mystery illnesses and sudden horse deaths in Victoria.

AAP · 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 Independent UK · 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’

The Guardian - AU · Jul 18, 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.

AAP · Jul 17, 2023

Concern grows over mystery horse deaths in Victoria as toll rises to 13

Horses at five properties, all at least 30km apart, have died within 48 hours of the rapid onset of a severe, unspecified illness

The Guardian - AU · Jul 17, 2023