Commonwealth Games could be delayed a year as officials scramble to find replacement hosts

Commonwealth Games Australia tells Senate inquiry there's hope another state could host an event in 2027

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The 2026 Commonwealth Games could be pushed back a year as officials work to find a new state - or several cities - to host the event, an inquiry has heard.

Craig Phillips, the chief executive of Commonwealth Games Australia, on Friday said the organisation was working on plans for a scaled-back" event that might be held in 2027.

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