A stoush could be brewing between NSW and Victoria over who will host a future Commonwealth Games.
Just weeks after 11 regional Victorian towns floated a potential bid for the 2030 event, western Sydney has made a push to host either the 2026 or 2030 Games.
The Western Sydney Leadership Dialogue made its audacious pitch at the Out There Summit in Parramatta on Friday.
"We don't think regional Victoria has nearly the appeal that this region presents and would cost taxpayers much more money," Western Sydney Leadership Dialogue chairman Christopher Brown told AAP.
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian said if the case for a western Sydney Games stacked up, she would "definitely" consider it.
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With a decision on host cities for 2026 and 2030 several years away, Commonwealth Games Australia is yet to consult with the potential bidding teams.
However, CGA executive officer Craig Phillips said he was "thrilled" to see such enthusiasm.
The city of Shepparton is heading the bid by 11 regional Victorian towns, including Geelong and Ballarat, to host the 2030 Games.
