'Sets a precedent': Barr says Tassie stadium deal paves way for Canberra

Andrew Barr wants to rebuild Canberra Stadium, but it's unclear who would own a new venue at Bruce.

The Canberra Times

ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr says the federal government's $240 million commitment to a new stadium in Hobart sets a precedent for sporting infrastructure funding as he pushes ahead with a vision to revamp the AIS precinct.

The federal government's decision to spend $240 million on a new venue in Tasmania to help the state secure an AFL licence has sparked fierce debate about a lack of investment in Canberra's sporting facilities.

Finance Minister Katy Gallagher attempted to play down the like-for-like comparison with the bid for a new rectangular venue in the capital, citing investment in...

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