Queensland Government introduces legislation for new Olympic Games legacy authority

November 28, 2024

Having already pledged to deliver a new plan for the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics as of early next year, the Queensland Government has introduced legislation to Parliament for a new Games legacy authority.

Delivering on a commitment to establish an independent Games coordination authority in the first month of Government, the Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games Arrangements and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 will enable the appointment of the Authority and commencement of a 100-day review.

The rescoped Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority’s core focus will be planning and delivering infrastructure, transport and legacy projects, to enhance liveability and sustain future growth for Queenslanders.

Advising said introducing the new laws would ensure the delivery of a world-class event, Queensland Premier David Crisafulli stated "hosting the Games brings unique opportunities to forge ahead with generational infrastructure, transport and sustainable economic growth to set our State up for a bright and prosperous future.

“Not only will these laws enable the 100-Day Review, but it also establishes a clearer purpose for the Authority’s work around Games legacy, ensuring regional Queensland benefits from the Games.

“These amendments are about successfully delivering a Games Queenslanders can be proud of, focused on driving a lasting legacy right across the State.”

Queensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie said the Bill further cemented the government’s focus on securing the greatest post-Games legacy for Queenslanders, well beyond the event itself, adding "the Games will be a landmark, historic event not only for Regional Queensland and the South East, but also Australia - and we will make sure of that."

Image: Currnently being reconsidered, the new Queensland Government's plans for an main venue for the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics may see a revival of the proposal for a new stadium in Brisbane' Victoria Park.

28th October 2024 - New Queensland Premier to deliver changed plan for main venue for Brisbane Olympics

27th September 2024 - New advisory group to make Brisbane 2032 Games a catalyst for change

28th August 2024 - Brisbane Lord Mayor unveils Olympic transport legacy plan

19th August 2024 - Design consortium reveals proposal for riverside Brisbane 2032 Olympic stadium

14th August 2024 - Masterplan released for popular Brisbane sporting precinct

13th August 2024 - Brisbane 2032 appoints senior Paris Olympics executive as Chief Commercial Officer

31st July 2024 - Sport climbing’s Olympic legacy already in motion

24th July 2024 - Initial design for Brisbane Olympic stadium shows venue with one grandstand

11th July 2024 - First five Minor Venue Program projects approved for Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games

21st June 2024 - Australian Swimming Trials draw the crowds to the Brisbane Aquatic Centre

14th May 2024 - Federal Government budget favours arts, sport and tourism along with $3.4 billion commitment to Brisbane Olympics

8th May 2024 - Brisbane 2032 Legacy Committee meets under new chair

23rd March 2024 - $6.4 million cost of Gabba rebuild proposal an example of confused Brisbane 2032 decision-making

18th March 2024 - Queensland Government’s Brisbane Olympics venues review recommends scrapping of Gabba rebuild

8th February 2024 - Gabba redevelopment likely to be scrapped after new evidence to Brisbane Olympics venues review

1st December 2023 - 20,000 seat stadium to be built at Brisbane’s RNA Showgrounds as temporary Gabba replacement

24th November 2023 - Queensland Government announces commencement of design and construction procurement for new Gabba Stadium

17th September 2023 - Senate inquiry calls for ‘urgent review’ of Queensland Government’s $2.7 billion Gabba redevelopment

Support our industry news service
We hope that you value the news that we publish so while you're here can we ask for your support?

As an independent publisher, we need reader support for our industry news gathering so ask that - if you don't already do so - you back us by subscribing to the printed Australasian Leisure Management magazine and/or our online news.

Click here to view our subscription options.