A surfaced report reveals that hosting the 2032 Olympic rowing in Rockhampton could require $400 million in river modifications, prompting World Rowing to back a permanent facility in Lawnton instead.

The state’s rowing community and prominent athletes are urging the Deputy Premier to reverse his rigid stance on Rockhampton, arguing a South East Queensland venue offers better weather resilience and a lasting legacy.

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