This Saturday, 3 May, will see Australians head to voting booths across the country for the 2025 Federal Election.

The third election for Queenslanders in just over 12 months, this election is expected to see record numbers of voters cast their votes early at pre-poll booths, rather than wait until election day on Saturday.

Across the campaign, major party policies have focused heavily on cost of living, housing, health and energy. Unlike previous campaigns, there has been little in the way of major announcements around public infrastructure or support for city development.

Those wishing to vote early can do so up until Friday, 2 May, with further information on voting options available here.

The Committee for Brisbane wishes all candidates well and looks forward to working with elected representatives on furthering our vision of Greater Brisbane as the world’s most liveable place.

Three years on from the three levels of government signing the $1.8 billion SEQ City Deal, many of the Deal’s 29 commitments are coming to fruition.

Along with the opening of the Kangaroo Point Bridge in December, last month saw 8 new projects approved under the SEQ Innovation Economy Fund, the release of the Benchmarking SEQ report (in partnership with the Committee for Brisbane), and approval of all 25 liveability fund projects.

As a member of the SEQ City Deal Industry Reference Group, the Committee for Brisbane has been provided an update on all 29 commitments.

To see a status update click SEQ City Deal Industry Reference Group – April 2025 update.

Or you can find out more about the SEQ City Deal from the Department’s website.

Earlier this month, the Committee for Brisbane convened some of the brightest minds in Artificial Intelligence for a conversation on how new technologies and ways of thinking may impact the planning and delivery of the Brisbane Games.

Attendees at the event were treated to a wide-ranging discussion, expertly moderated by Fahim Khondaker, Partner at BDO.

With topics as broad as data and governance structures, through to how spectators may experience the event in 2032 and ways that collective intelligence can benefit decision-making, there is no doubt these Games are set to be the most intelligent and inclusive yet.

The Committee thanks Fahim and BDO for hosting the event, and also the experts joining the panel discussion:

• Bruce Muirhead- Mindhive
• Michelle Teis- Evinact
• Chris Carter- Griffith Film School

We look forward to future conversations with members around utilising new ways of thinking and working to boost the region’s productivity.

More photos of the event can be found here.

The Committee for Brisbane is thrilled to share that Brisbane City Council’s Asia Pacific Cities Summit (APCS) & Mayors’ Forum will take place in Expo City Dubai from 27-29 October this year.

This year’s Summit will bring together top business leaders, policymakers, and innovators from across the Asia Pacific region, as well as the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, for a dynamic exchange of ideas and opportunities.

As a hub for economic growth and technological innovation, Expo City Dubai sets the perfect stage for this transformative event. Join us as we explore the future of sustainable urban development, digital transformation, and collaboration among cities.

Don’t miss this chance to network, learn, and grow your organisation on a global scale. Secure your place at the 2025APCS now – with super early bird rates currently available!

For further information visit https://www.apcsummit.org/

Join our network of city trailblazers and influential leaders in business and corporate life, government, the creative industries, sport, higher education and community organisations.

Central to the 2032 Games Delivery Plan is a new 63,000 seat stadium at Victoria Park, a new National Aquatic Centre and Precinct at Spring Hill, and major upgrades to the Queensland Tennis Centre at Tennyson. Join us for an evening of networking and insights, as we hear from three of the sporting codes set to benefit most from the 2032 Games.

Register here.

Productivity and innovation have arisen as two significant factors that will make or break the region over the coming decade of growth and opportunity. Mitigating these risk factors will require a significant uplift in the region’s investment in new technologies. Join us for a conversation with those at the cutting edge of delivering the hard and soft infrastructure our region will need to maintain our enviable liveability and compete economically on the global stage.

Register here.