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Olympic Rowing Controversy in Australia

Updated 2026-07-29 23:55 UTC 1 source Negative

Gina Rinehart lobbied for the controversial plan to move 2032 Olympic rowing events from Brisbane to a crocodile-inhabited river, sparking significant backlash. The decision has raised concerns about safety and environmental impact.

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The Guardian
Decision to host event on Fitzroy River at Rockhampton, 600km north of host city Brisbane, prompted significant backlash<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/jul/30/antisemitism-royal-commission-nsw-icac-inquiry-closing-the-gap-data-torres-strait-climate-app
2026-07-29 23:23 UTC
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