The Crocodile Factor: A Sideshow to the Main Event The decision by World Rowing and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to approve the Fitzroy River as the venue for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics' rowing events has raised more questions than answers.
While the technical assessment of the river's suitability was thorough, the presence of saltwater crocodiles in the area remains a concern.
The Queensland state government defended the decision, dismissing concerns about safety and fairness as "elitist" or "regional preference.