Crocodile sighting renews scrutiny of proposed Olympic rowing site
Sport · First reported 2 Nov, 01:28 · Updated 01:43
A crocodile estimated to be up to three metres long was reported near Rockhampton’s proposed 2032 Olympic rowing precinct. Wildlife authorities are investigating, while the sighting has prompted renewed discussion about venue safety and crocodile management.
- A crocodile estimated to be up to three metres long was seen near the 11th hole at North Rockhampton Golf Club, a few kilometres from the proposed Fitzroy River rowing precinct.
- Queensland wildlife authorities are investigating the sighting and will assess whether the animal poses a risk and should be removed.
- The report has renewed debate about the proposed venue, with calls for information on crocodile-risk management and differing views on the site’s suitability.
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- Reported size
- Estimated up to 3 metres by the ABC report; Breitbart describes it as 10 feet.
- Location
- North Rockhampton Golf Club, near the proposed Fitzroy River rowing precinct.
- Games
- The precinct is earmarked for rowing and canoe sprint at the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games.
- Next step
- Wildlife authorities are investigating and may assess whether the crocodile should be removed.
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