And the winner is… Queensland!

The Committee for Brisbane has congratulated the Queensland Government and Brisbane 2032 Games Partners on their visionary response to the recommendations of the independent 100-Day Review.

 

Committing to the delivery of generational infrastructure that can be utilised by all Queenslanders before, during and after 2032 will fulfil the promise of legacy that underscored the original Games bid.

 

Jen Williams, CEO of the Committee for Brisbane, said, “There has never been a more exciting time for Brisbane- nor has there ever been such a clear window within which the city-region must take action to leverage the opportunities ahead.

 

“For too long, businesses and the community have been calling for a clear plan to allow them to move forward and make decisions about their future,” Ms Williams said.

 

“Brisbane 2032 provides a once-in-a-generation opportunity to uplift the prosperity of the entire state of Queensland, and yet in recent times, it has come to be viewed as a burden.

 

“The leadership shown today provides an opportunity to reset the public narrative and allow Queenslanders to once again be excited about the Games and proud of the show their state will put on.

 

“From ideation, the Council of Mayors (SEQ)’s bid for the 2032 Games was all about infrastructure, planning for population growth, and broadening economic opportunities for the region. It was about Queenslanders benefiting from new investment and a platform for all levels of government to band together with a laser-like focus on a fixed delivery timeframe.

 

“The centre-piece of today’s announcement, a much-needed new stadium and entertainment precinct at Victoria Park, has unsurprisingly been met with overwhelming support from the Committee for Brisbane.

 

“The site ticks all the boxes in terms of proximity to the city, transport connections, minimal building constraints and most importantly, community need. Its co-location with an athletes’ village at the RNA makes logistical sense and will provide a lasting legacy of much-needed housing close to amenities.

 

“The other major announcement- regarding the contribution of the Go-Print site at Woolloongabba and proposed partnership approach for an inner-city arena- has also been welcomed as a step forward.

 

“For almost a decade, it has been acknowledged that Brisbane needs an inner-city arena to attract new sporting and cultural events, as well as being located close to existing bars, restaurants and hotels, to leverage the significant spending associated with live performances.

 

“While retaining direct funding for this project would have provided greater certainty of outcome, it is pleasing to see a clear path forward and a commitment to a new inner-city arena delivered ahead of the Games.

 

“It is imperative that now a clear direction has been set, Queenslanders are able to get on and deliver a world-class outcome for the Games and beyond.

 

“The leadership and vision of the Queensland Government and Games Partners must be applauded, as together Queenslanders can now focus their energy on the generational benefits of the Games,” Ms Williams said.