Instead of rebuilding stadiums, the NSW government should focus on local sport and events
- Written by Chris Gibson, Director, UOW Global Challenges Program & Professor of Human Geography, University of Wollongong
The New South Wales government’s argument for spending A$2 billion rebuilding stadiums is that Sydney is losing flagship events to other state capitals, leading to fewer tourists and less media exposure. But large investments in transportation and venues are a significant drain on the public purse, often for economic returns that rarely...
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