Organisers have blamed the Victorian Labor government for contributing to any cost blowout in hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Commonwealth Games Australia CEO Craig Phillips issued the statement in response to Victorian Labor Premier Daniel Andrews’ announcement on July 18 that the state would withdraw as host of the Games—meaning organisers will be left to find a different host city soon.
Premier Andrews cited the growing financial burden as the reason for pulling out.
“Last year, when the Commonwealth Games authorities approached us, needed someone to step in to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, as a state, we were happy to help out,” he told reporters….