Deputy Premier Backs Fitzroy River for Olympic Rowing

Queensland's deputy premier has firmly backed the Fitzroy River in Rockhampton as the venue

for rowing and canoeing at the 2032 Brisbane, Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Initial tests on the river passed, but experts say it needs widening and dredging in spots

to handle tides, currents, and ensure fair races for.

Athletes

Critics want the events move closer to Brisbane, or even to Sydney, pointing to flooding

risks and wildlife like crocodiles on the central Queensland, Waterway.

Meanwhile, a council north of Brisbane in Morton Bay has pitched a new flat water precinct,

gaining support from world rowing and local rowing leaders, who see it as a game changer

for the sport with better access and facilities.

The international rowing and canoe groups have not approved Rockhampton yet, but are sticking

with the feasibility checks while the deputy premier warns no relocation is on the table,

aiming to boost the whole region through these games.

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