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State of Victoria decides not to host Commonwealth Games

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  • 18-07-2023 3:45pm
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    Fr Tod Umptious
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    The state of Victoria in Australia have pulled out of hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

    The fact that the cost of hosting has risen from an estimated Au$2billion to an estimated Au$7billion made the decision for them.

    Now I know the Commonwealth Games are not on a par with an Olympics or soccer World Cup but I think it's a good decision for politicians who are supposed to represent taxpayers say a loud "f you" to these sporting bodies when the costs get out of control.

    http://www.rte.ie/sport/other-sport/2023/0718/1395094-victoria-withdraws-as-host-of-2026-commonwealth-games/




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    Calahonda52
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    About time, especially with all the legacy of the games crap, abandoned facilities etc

    “I can’t pay my staff or mortgage with instagram likes”.



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