Application lodged for permanent legal protection of Victoria Park, where state and federal governments plan to spend billions on sports infrastructure

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A First Nations group has applied to halt construction of the main stadium planned for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.

The state and federal governments plan to spend $3.8bn on a 63,000-seat stadium at Victoria Park in inner-city Brisbane. It will host the opening and closing ceremonies and athletics events.

Source: Guardian - World News