A document has been launched focusing on priorities to ensure Mildura and other Regional Victorian centres enjoy the benefits from the Commonwealth Games legacy.
Victoria’s North-West won’t be hosting any official events in 2026, but may host teams for training in the lead up.
Andrea Metcalf from Regional Cities Victoria says it presents a unique opportunity that needs to reach all parts of the state.
The Winning Formula for Regional Victoria examines six key areas with recommendations for every regional city beyond the event period and across the whole state, not just for the five cities hosting events:
1. Pre-Games Opportunities – hosting & training
2. Infrastructure – repairing an old legacy and creating a new one
3. Cultural Experiences – community engagement
4. People – skilled workers & volunteers
– Creation of a new local Victoria Skills Authority liaison officer role to be based in each regional city
5. Business procurement – business opportunities
6. Tourism and the visitor economy
Regional Cities Victoria comprises the 10 largest regional cities in Victoria – Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong, Horsham, Latrobe, Mildura, Shepparton, Wangaratta, Warrnambool and Wodonga.
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