Qld: Premiers league bet un Australian , says opposition

AAP General News (Australia)
08-25-2000
Qld: Premiers league bet un Australian , says opposition

Queensland Premier PETER BEATTIE has been accused of being "un-Australian" ... over
a friendly wager with his New South Wales counterpart BOB CARR on the outcome of this
weekend's National Rugby League grand final.

Liberal leader DAVID WATSON says Mr BEATTIE has demeaned the clash between the Brisbane
Broncos and Sydney Roosters with a selfish, puerile bet to get his face on TV.

He says Mr BEATTIE is attempting to cash in on the blood, sweat and tears of others
by trying to score political credit where no particular credit's due.

After losing his bet on this year's State of Origin series, Mr BEATTIE has again tempted
fate by tipping that the Broncos will win the premiership.

The losing premier will have to wear the opposition team's tie for a day.

Dr WATSON has called on Mr BEATTIE to cancel the bet so the two teams can soak up the
public accolades and media attention.

A spokesman for the Premier says he won't dignify the Opposition's comments with a response.

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KEYWORD: BRONCOS (BRISBANE)

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