Victoria's cancellation of the 2026 regional Commonwealth Games is under scrutiny today, as a Senate inquiry holds hearings in Melbourne. Follow live.
By Joseph Dunstan
In compiling the initial cost estimates, Mr Yates reveals EY was limited by the state government not providing for consultation with councils, the opportunity to visit sites or have access to design work. Senator Colbeck continues to push the representatives to comment on the final costs , or detail an example of another project that had a similar capital cost blow out as the 2026 Commonwealth Games.Senator Henderson points to a figure in the business case referring to $205 million to $215 million to be provided by the federal government.
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