When were the 2006 Commonwealth Games held?
Q: When were the 2006 Commonwealth Games held?
A: The 2006 Commonwealth Games were held between 15 and 26 March 2006.
Q: Where were the 2006 Commonwealth Games held?
A: The 2006 Commonwealth Games were held in Melbourne, Australia.
Q: Was this the first time Melbourne staged a large sporting event?
A: No, it was not. Melbourne hosted the 1956 Summer Olympics, which was also a large sporting event.
Q: What was the site for the opening and closing ceremonies?
A: The Melbourne Cricket Ground was the site for the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2006 Commonwealth Games.
Q: Did the games have a mascot?
A: Yes, the mascot for the games was Karak, a Red-tailed Black Cockatoo.
Q: What made the 2006 Commonwealth Games different from the 1956 Summer Olympics held in Melbourne?
A: The 2006 Commonwealth Games were larger in terms of sporting events compared to the 1956 Summer Olympics held in Melbourne.
Q: How significant were the 2006 Commonwealth Games to Melbourne?
A: They were significant as they were the largest sporting event to be staged in Melbourne since the 1956 Summer Olympics.
