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River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue

BBC World News·September 17, 2026·1 min read
River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue

A river home to about 500 saltwater crocodiles has been approved to host Olympic and Paralympic rowing and canoeing events at the 2032 Brisbane Games. The decision allows the venue to proceed, with organizers citing the river's existing infrastructure and capacity to handle the events despite the presence of the crocodile population.

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