VPS blamed for Commonwealth Games debacle

VPS blamed for Commonwealth Games debacle

A Victorian auditor general’s report into the state’s withdrawal from the 2026 Commonwealth Games has put the blame squarely at the feet of public servants. The Auditor General’s Office (VAGO) examined the cost of securing, planning for and then withdrawing...
Interim report into cancelled 2026 Commonwealth Games calls for urgent intervention from federal government

Interim report into cancelled 2026 Commonwealth Games calls for urgent intervention from federal government

The federal government has been called on to urgently intervene to save the canned 2026 Commonwealth Games.The recommendation forms part of a Senate inquiry into Australia’s preparedness to host the Commonwealth, Olympic and Paralympic Games, which tabled its interim report...

The Commonwealth Games may get pushed back to 2027

The 2026 Commonwealth Games might get pushed back to 2027 as the Australian state of Victoria withdrew as host earlier this year. The event could be hosted in various cities or have a slightly toned-down version, according to the officials....
Commonwealth Games could be delayed a year as officials scramble to find replacement hosts | Commonwealth Games

Commonwealth Games could be delayed a year as officials scramble to find replacement hosts | Commonwealth Games

The 2026 Commonwealth Games could be pushed back a year as officials work to find a new state – or several cities – to host the event, an inquiry has heard.Craig Phillips, the chief executive of Commonwealth Games Australia, on...
IOA chief PT Usha to contest for Commonwealth Games Federation vice-president’s post

IOA chief PT Usha to contest for Commonwealth Games Federation vice-president’s post

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT Usha will take a step further as an administrator as she will be contesting the upcoming Commonwealth Games Federation elections for the post of vice-president.On Wednesday, the CGF announced the list of candidates shortlisted...