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Latest news: Commonwealth Games

Vic premier Andrews flags historic housing shake-up

Vic premier Andrews flags historic housing shake-up

All options are on the table for an upcoming Victorian housing policy that premier Daniel Andrews says will be the biggest in the state's history.

Bubble bursts on Gold Coast Commonwealth Games lifeline

Bubble bursts on Gold Coast Commonwealth Games lifeline

Bubble bursts on Gold Coast Commonwealth Games lifeline

Bubble bursts on Gold Coast Commonwealth Games lifeline

Hopes the Gold Coast could rescue the 2026 Commonwealth Games, after a successful 2018 event, have been dashed by the federal and Queensland governments.

Gold Coast mayor floats Commonwealth Games redux

Gold Coast mayor floats Commonwealth Games redux

Gold Coast mayor floats Commonwealth Games redux

Gold Coast mayor floats Commonwealth Games redux

The Gold Coast mayor says the 2018 host city could pick up the Commonwealth Games from Victoria but only if federal funding was made available.

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Businesses join the Q for gold at Brisbane Olympics

Businesses join the Q for gold at Brisbane Olympics

Queensland-based businesses will be in the box seat to share in $180 billion in government procurement between now and 2032.

Federation was assured 2026 Games budget 'was in hand'

Federation was assured 2026 Games budget 'was in hand'

A top Commonwealth Games Federation official says the Victorian government assured it as recently as last month the budget for the 2026 event was on track.

Games snub unlocks cash for regional housing: Andrews

Games snub unlocks cash for regional housing: Andrews

The Victorian government says cancelling the Commonwealth Games will mean more money for regional Victoria, as it continues to defend its decision.

Andrews coy on Commonwealth Games cancellation cost

Andrews coy on Commonwealth Games cancellation cost

Premier Daniel Andrews is refusing to speculate on much tearing up the 2026 Commonwealth Games contract will cost Victorian taxpayers in compensation payments.

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Aussie swim coach, hockey boss shock at Games call

Aussie swim coach, hockey boss shock at Games call

Aussie swim coach, hockey boss shock at Games call

Aussie swim coach, hockey boss shock at Games call

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

Comm Games claim 'strong' interest despite cancellation

Comm Games claim 'strong' interest despite cancellation

Comm Games claim 'strong' interest despite cancellation

Comm Games claim 'strong' interest despite cancellation

The Commonwealth Games Federation and Commonwealth Games Australia have savaged Victoria's decision to cancel their hosting of the 2026 edition.

Chiefs cry foul as Victoria cancels Commonwealth Games

Chiefs cry foul as Victoria cancels Commonwealth Games

Chiefs cry foul as Victoria cancels Commonwealth Games

Chiefs cry foul as Victoria cancels Commonwealth Games

Blindsided Commonwealth Games organisers have accused the Victorian government of inflating costs and ignoring advice after it pulled the pin on the 2026 event.

Games may be over, but regions find solace in legacy

Games may be over, but regions find solace in legacy

Games may be over, but regions find solace in legacy

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.

Australia win extra athletics medal at Birmingham Games

Australia win extra athletics medal at Birmingham Games

Australia win extra athletics medal at Birmingham Games

Australia win extra athletics medal at Birmingham Games

Confirmation of a doping violation has given Australia the bronze medal in the women's 4x100m athletics event at last year's Birmingham Commonwealth Games.

Regional cities' 'time to shine' for Commonwealth Games

Regional cities' 'time to shine' for Commonwealth Games

Regional cities' 'time to shine' for Commonwealth Games

Regional cities' 'time to shine' for Commonwealth Games

Victoria's biggest regional councils want $80 million from the state government to share the benefits of the 2026 Commonwealth Games across the state.

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