Dominic Perrottet said NSW 'is the events capital of the country' as he revealed he wants to bring the NFL to the state as Chris Minns outlined a bid to host UFC events if Labor is elected in March.
Mr Perrottet told reporters on Tuesday his state was"the events capital of the country" and pointed to the recent Women's Basketball World Cup and the upcoming FIFA Women's World Cup.
"NSW is the events capital of the country. More events than anywhere else in Australia. We've got the Women's World Cup soccer final later this year. Chris Minns said an elected Labor government would bring UFC events to Sydney. Picture NCA Newswire/ Gaye Gerard "It brings entertainment, jobs, tourism dollars, enhances Sydney's sporting reputation, and showcases our state to the world.
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