Adelaide circuit ditches Supercars curves for MotoGP

Adelaide's street circuit is being changed for MotoGP next year. It will drop popular Supercar parts, including the challenging staircase section.

Why it mattersThe changes will shift how fans watch racing at one of Australia's best-known circuits and will move spectators further from the action.

AustraliaAdelaide's iconic 41-year motorsport venue is being redesigned for a new racing series, shifting the circuit's character while keeping it in Victoria Park.

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Premier won't budge on Rockhampton Olympic rowing despite World Rowing doubts

Queensland's Premier says the Fitzroy River will host 2032 Olympic rowing despite doubts from World Rowing. Their approval has not yet come.

Why it mattersIf World Rowing or the IOC blocks the Rockhampton plan, Queensland would need a new venue. It must happen at the last minute. This would disrupt the 2032 Games schedule.