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Confirmed
Queensland releases its 2032 venue and infrastructure plan
In March 2025 the Queensland Government released its 2032 Delivery Plan, setting out the venues and infrastructure intended for the Brisbane 2032 Games following an independent review.
Proposed
New main stadium proposed for Victoria Park
Under the 2025 plan, a new stadium of about 63,000 seats at Victoria Park (Barrambin) in inner Brisbane is proposed as the centrepiece venue for the opening and closing ceremonies and athletics.
Changed
Earlier Gabba redevelopment set aside
A previous proposal to rebuild the Gabba stadium at Woolloongabba for the 2032 Games was set aside under the 2025 venue review.
Proposed
A new aquatic centre planned for swimming
The 2025 venue plan includes a new aquatic centre to host swimming events at the Brisbane 2032 Games.
Confirmed
Cross River Rail — Brisbane's new underground line
Cross River Rail is a new underground rail line and stations through central Brisbane. It is a major transport project that will help move people around the city, including for the 2032 Games.
Confirmed
Brisbane Metro adds high-frequency transport
Brisbane Metro is a high-frequency electric transport system being rolled out by Brisbane City Council, adding capacity across the inner city ahead of 2032.
Confirmed
The Games will span South East Queensland
Events for Brisbane 2032 are planned across South East Queensland, with venues proposed in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.
Confirmed
Brisbane will be Australia's third Olympic host city
When Brisbane hosts in 2032, it will be the third Australian city to stage the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games, after Melbourne in 1956 and Sydney in 2000.
Confirmed
Brisbane confirmed as host of the 2032 Games
Brisbane was awarded the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games by the International Olympic Committee in July 2021.