World Rowing says Fitzroy River not approved for 2032 Olympics

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 04:32 · Archive

World Rowing has backed its president's claim that Queensland's Fitzroy River has not been approved to host rowing at the 2032 Olympics, contradicting the state government.

World Rowing president Jean-Christophe Rolland raised concerns about the Fitzroy River in Rockhampton hosting the 2032 Olympic rowing regatta, saying the site is "as of now not approved". The organisation backed his position, stating in a Friday statement that his public comments "clearly reflect World Rowing's current position".

This contradicts Queensland Premier David Crisafulli's claim that international governing bodies had endorsed the site. In September, Crisafulli announced in parliament that the Fitzroy River had passed an independent technical report "with flying colours".

World Rowing acknowledged the technical report found the site could provide a "safe, fair and consistent field of play under the conditions assessed". However, it also said it had requested "several additional elements" be confirmed, including "technical details and confirmation of service levels and facilities needed for Olympic and Paralympic level competition".

Brisbane Olympic CEO Cindy Hook stepped down amid reports she had misgivings about the Queensland government's insistence the site host rowing, with accusations she was "pushed out".

How it is being reported

• 'Not approved': World Rowing stands by 2032 venue claimA claim that a regional river has not been approved as a 2032 Olympic venue has been backed by World Rowing, contradicting a state government's stance.Perth Now · 16 Oct, 04:18
• 'Not approved': World Rowing stands by 2032 venue claimA claim that a regional river has not been approved as a 2032 Olympic venue has been backed by World Rowing, contradicting a state government's stance.The West Australian · 16 Oct, 04:18

In this story: World Rowing · Fitzroy River · Jean-Christophe Rolland · Queensland · Cindy Hook · David Crisafulli · Rockhampton · Brisbane

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