October 2024 Newsletter

A message from our CEO

It’s been a big month for the Committee for Brisbane and for Queensland, particularly with a new Premier and Government under David Crisafulli being sworn in this week.

We extend our congratulations to Premier Crisafulli and his team and look forward to working with the new Government in pursuit of our vision of Greater Brisbane as the world’s most liveable place.

The Committee expresses its sincere thanks to Steven Miles and his colleagues for their engagement with the Committee for the better part of a decade.

The transition to a new Government is never easy, and there is no doubt it will take time for the Crisafulli Government to appoint ministers and key departmental staff, before getting on with the job of implementing its comprehensive agenda and engaging with a long list of stakeholders.

However, with less than eight years to go until the 2032 Games, Queenslanders are now rightly starting to ask questions about how we will collectively leverage the biggest opportunity of our lifetime. Time to implement a visionary plan has not yet run out… but it is very quickly running out. Time is of the essence.

Much has changed since the initial bid for the Games was developed back in 2015- not the least being a global pandemic and multiple reviews into the efficacy of existing and proposed venues.

Things have also changed since 2021 when the bid was secured, most notably being that our already high level of population growth has kicked up to a new level, and construction times and costs have reached new highs.

The Committee for Brisbane has always prided itself on being a platform for thought leadership, engagement and advocacy for our city region.

Given the new Government’s commitment to undertake a 100-day, independent review of the Games, the Committee will be utilizing the expertise of its member network to provide a submission on our desired areas of focus for Government during this review.

Earlier this month, the Committee brought together almost 50 of its members to identify the most pressing issues for Greater Brisbane, with respect to the Games. Together we revisited the Committee’s comprehensive Legacy 2033 strategy, alongside Elevate 2042.

The clear takeaway from these discussions is the fundamental need to retain a focus on the original purpose of the Games bid in bringing forward (or finally delivering) the infrastructure needed to service our growing region.

We look forward to continuing our positive conversations with the State Government, the other Games Partners, and our members, on how we drive Greater Brisbane forward during this golden window of opportunity.

AGM 2024 Nominations Open

Nominations for the Management Committee are now open.

Nominations opened yesterday for a number of positions on the Committee for Brisbane Management Committee, to be filled at the Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 20th November 2024 at 5pm (Brisbane time) at the offices of McCullough Robertson, Level 11, 66 Eagle Street, Brisbane.

If you would like to nominate, be nominated, or nominate another Member for a position on the Management Committee, please ensure all details are completed on the Nomination Form and return it to the Association Secretariat by 5pm (AEST) on Monday 11 November 2024 via agm2024@committeeforbrisbane.org.au.

The positions to be filled at the AGM are:

President (1 position)
Vice-President (2 positions)
Member of the Management Committee (up to 3 positions).

For the three Ordinary Member positions, the places are required to be filled by:

up to two Members or nominated representatives from the Corporate Leader member category,
up to one Members or nominated representatives from the Corporate Member category.

To be eligible, the Nominee and both Nominators must be Financial Members of the Committee for Brisbane, or authorised representatives of a Financial Member.

If you have any queries, please visit the FAQ page on our website or contact Jen Williams, CEO on 0448 432 936/ jen@committeeforbrisbane.org.au.

City Vitality 2024

With speakers now announced, we’re closer to our final headline event for 2024!

In its seventh iteration, we are looking forward to binging you the details of our City Vitality 2024 Report on November 14^th for our final headline event for 2024.

This year we are excited to introduce two new sectors to the mix, which now includes, health, and arts & culture. The Report’s fresh new look also profiles the people and businesses investing in the future of Brisbane.

Our panelists will each be talking about their areas of expertise across the Report’s areas of focus. Our lineup includes:

Professor Carolyn Evans, Vice President & Chancellor, Griffith University
Jacob Anson, General Manager, Government, Venues & Major Projects, Brisbane Lions
Renai Grace, Executive Director Museum and Engagement, Qld Museum
Alexandra Brownlee, Divisional Portfolio Manager, QLD, Dexus
Julia Scodellaro, General Manager, Assets, Place & Project, Southbank Corporation
Graeme Newton, CEO, Cross River Rail

Connectivity Sub-Committee podcast

Have a listen to some of our Connectivity Sub-Committee experts on all things transport and connectivity in our podcast series, hosted by Dr. Alan Patching

The Connectivity Sub-Committee has produced a series of five podcasts as part on reimagining Brisbane. Dr Alan Patching, Connectivity Sub-Committee Chair talks with members about what is possible for connectivity in Brisbane in the lead up to the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics Games.

The podcasts are being released weekly and started with Michael Major on 15 October sharing his experience with neuro-architecture followed by Tessa Leggo on 22 October talking about Green Pathways, Gold Places and this week David Freer looking at the transformation of Birmingham and some of the learnings for Brisbane.

The next podcast will be released on 6 November with Dr Dia Adhikari-Smith reimagining services stations to be transformed into multifunctional micro hubs and the decarbonization of heavy vehicles.

The final podcast of the series is with Matt McShane exploring the accessibility of Brisbane and as we look towards the Brisbane 2032 Games how do we create accessible experiences for locals and international visitors to enjoy.

You can listen to the podcasts here Latest News – The Committee for Brisbane

Drinks with a view with our President

A fantastic night of celebration and networking with our President Kristan Conlon on the SkyDeck at The Star at Queens Wharf.

On Tuesday 29^th October the Committee for Brisbane Corporate Leaders & Members came together to say thank you and farewell to our current President, Kristan Conlon.

Kristan has been an integral part of the Committee for Brisbane for six remarkable years, including two years as Vice-President before taking on the role of President at the beginning of 2024. Her unwavering commitment and dedication have been truly exceptional, reflecting her passion for fostering a better Brisbane.

We appreciate all the time and effort Kristan has given the Committee for Brisbane and its members and look forward to welcoming her to events in the future.

The night was made even more spectacular by the stunning venue at Cicada Blu located on the Skydeck at Queens Wharf. A big thank you to the Star Entertainment Group for hosting this special evening.

Kristan will step down at our AGM in November, at which time a new President will be elected.

Enterprise Sub-Committee

The Enterprise Sub-Committee has been building their knowledge of innovative ecosystems and precincts through undertaking a series of site tours. In October members had the pleasure of visiting the Boggo Road Innovation Precinct to better understand how working together can bring innovation to life.

Organised by QIC, the sub-committee had a guided tour of Ecosciences and the Translational Research Institute Australia to learn firsthand about the collaborative workplace for scientists, innovators, entrepreneurs and professionals.

Ecosciences is a state-of-the-art research facility which includes laboratories, insect houses, controlled environment rooms, glasshouses, greenhouses, offices, workshops and a science education centre. This facility has research staff from the Queensland Government, CSIRO, The University of Queensland and other partner universities working together to advance biosciences.

The Translational Research Institute accelerates the translation of medical research and development into evidence-based treatments. The facility has cutting-edge technology to progress the development of interventions to prevent and treat human diseases, and to provide early diagnosis of treatable diseases.

The Committee for Brisbane would like to thank QIC, Ecosciences and Translational Research Institute for providing the Enterprise Sub-Committee with such an informative site tour.

2033 Legacy and Elevate 2042 Workshop

On 15 October, Aurecon hosted a member workshop facilitated by Articulous to review and prioritise initiatives within the existing Committee for Brisbane Legacy 2033 document and the State Government’s Elevate 2042 strategy.

Members workshopped ideas around transport, housing, digital connectivity, amplifying creativity, and accessibility. Building community excitement and creating a positive narrative were highlighted as key areas for consideration for the Brisbane Games.

The ideal “Front Door” experience was discussed, creating a seamless experience for visitors. Integrating the airport, cruise terminals, public transport and active transport was seen as vital, so as soon as people arrive at our “Front Door” they find it easy to get around through coordinated, on-time services, matched with easy to access digital information.

The Committee for Brisbane will use this member feedback in our discussion with the State Government and other key stakeholders as we work together towards the Brisbane 2032 Games.

First Nations Advisory Group

The First Nations Advisory Group has been working with the Committee for Brisbane to provide guidance on the development and oversight of a Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

To progress this work, members came together in October 2024 to talk about next steps for the advisory group and ways forward with the RAP.

Through the Advisory Group, initiatives like the Indigenous Business Month Showcase event and First Nations Board Observer Project were formed and brought to life to grow skills, connections and networks for everyone involved.

Thank you to the members who were able to make the October meeting, and we look forward to what working together in 2025 will bring.

A lunch with the Games Venue Legacy Delivery Authority

Some great insight from Emma Thomas of GVLDA

We all know the social and economic opportunity the 2032 Games represents for Brisbane and the broader state, nation and geographic region… but did you know the Queensland Government’s share of the 9-year, $7.1billion Fed/State funding pool currently allocated for the 2032 Games venue infrastructure program represents just 3% of its capital expenditure over this period?

Getting the major venues right is vital, as it will trigger flow-on benefits to co-located precincts, businesses and communities. On the flipside though, there’s so much more to the Games than a two-week event, so we shouldn’t lose sight of the transformative potential of being in the global spotlight for the better part of a decade.

The Committee for Brisbane was this month delighted to host Interim CEO of GVLDA, Emma Thomas, for a boardroom lunch with members, where the opportunities- beyond the major venues- were discussed in detail.

Thank you to our generous hosts, Amanda Newbery and Sue Monk of Articulous, and to Blackbird for providing an amazing venue and display of Brisbane hospitality at its best!

Logan West Upgrade

Have your say on the proposed motorway upgrade project.

Transurban is partnering with Transport and Main Roads to develop plans to upgrade around 10km of the western section of the Logan Motorway, between Formation Street and Mount Lindesay Highway.

As part of the upgrade Transurban is seeking feedback from the community who know the area best, and those who will be affected by the upgrade, both residents and businesses. We have provided some information on how you can do that below:

Have your say

Anyone can:

Leave feedback through our interactive project website
Attend an information session (Our online events calendar is available here)
Contact our project team to share your thoughts (Phone: 1800 LOGANW (1800 564 269); Email: loganwestupgrade@transurban.com )

Help drive community consultation

We want to hear from as many people as possible, so we are seeking your assistance in sharing our project information and encouraging community participation during the consultation period. To help promote community consultation, we have developed downloadable tools:

Project fact sheet
Project posters (available to download here)

New members

The Committee for Brisbane welcomed two new corporate leaders, seven associates and one affiliate member.

Corporate Leaders

Queensland Hydro
Stockwell

Associate members

Theodora Le Souquet
Rocco Dascoli
Kimberley Swords
Matt Adams
Barb Grieve
Anna Hall
Alison Chandler-Bird

Affiliate Member

Thrive Logan

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