The Victorian government’s decision to renege on its commitment to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games could impact more than just sporting events, according to expert Michael Bushell.
There were at least two major sponsors in final negotiations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games before it was cancelled according to leading games expert Michael Bushell.
In a stunning reversal, the Victorian government announced it will not host the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to escalating costs. These it says have surged to over $6 billion – double the expected economic benefit for the state.
Victoria’s cancellation of the 2026 Commonwealth Games has undervalued “the enduring community legacy and overlooked the substantial human contribution expected from thousands of volunteers”, according to Shannan Gove.
The decision by the Victorian government to pull out of hosting the Commonwealth Games has been heavily criticised by Craig Phillips, the CEO of Commonwealth Games Australia (CGA).
Morris has expanded its sponsorship of the Walkinshaw Andretti United (WAU) motorsport team by taking up the naming rights of its entry in the Toyota Gazoo Racing Australia 86 Series.