SA premier defends course development despite LIV Golf doubts
South Australia's premier is defending a $45 million redevelopment of the North Adelaide golf course, arguing it will serve as a public sporting asset regardless of whether the LIV Golf tournament proceeds as planned. The project has faced criticism from the Greens and Liberals, who say the funds should address cost-of-living pressures and oppose the removal of around 600 trees. The premier compared the investment to the Barossa Park upgrade for AFL's Gather Round, emphasizing ongoing public and tourism benefits.
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SA premier compares course upgrade for in-doubt LIV Golf with similar AFL Gather Round investmentsBy Eugene BoisvertTopic:Golf20m ago20 minutes agoThu 30 Apr 2026 at 6:34amA concept design of how the North Adelaide golf course will look after being redeveloped. (Supplied: SA government)In short:The South Australian government is spending $45 million to redevelop the North Adelaide golf course, which is due to host LIV Golf from 2028.The Greens and Liberals say the funds should be used to address cost-of-living pressures for South Australians.What's next?The premier says even without the event it will be a sporting asset available to the public, but he would be monitoring news on LIV Golf's future 'very…
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