Nationals MP Sam Birrell says it’s devastating from Victorians to see the government flush $380 million of taxpayer money “down the toilet”. This comes after the Victorian government reached a $380 million compensation settlement over the cancellation of its plans to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games. “It’s just a terrible situation for Victoria,” Mr Birrell told Sky News Australia. He said the locals feel devastated and confused over the government’s decision, as some were hoping to see the Games go on in their state.
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Nationals MP Sam Birrell says it’s devastating from Victorians to see the government flush $380 million of taxpayer money “down the toilet”. This comes after the Victorian government reached a $380 million compensation settlement over the cancellation of its plans to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games.He said the locals feel devastated and confused over the government’s decision, as some were hoping to see the Games go on in their state.
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