Delivery updates

Drilling commences at Victoria Park

Borehole drilling has commenced for the Victoria Park precinct, including the Brisbane Stadium and National Aquatic Centre, breaking new ground for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The borehole drilling being undertaken by the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA) is assessing ground conditions across the park to inform the location, design and delivery of the two major venues that will be the centrepiece of the world-class precinct.

Surface level site investigations including topographical, flora and fauna and cultural heritage surveys have already been completed with borehole drilling, contamination investigations, ecological assessments and utility mapping to commence from today.

Following the recent appointment of Arup as principal contractor for the Victoria Park Precinct Master Plan, the insights gathered from these investigations will play a key role in design and construction to deliver a generational infrastructure legacy for Queensland.

Queensland businesses take their mark for Games opportunities

Queensland businesses have the first opportunity to bid for contracts to supply goods and services for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with the launch of the 2032 Games Procurement Program.

The first 50 Expressions of Interest (EOI) packages are open, covering key areas such as technology, temporary venues, market research, signage, event production and more. These opportunities aim to ensure local companies are well-placed to contribute to the Games and benefit from long-term economic growth.

To support statewide participation, a Meet the Buyer Regional Roadshow will take place, with the first set to take place in Cairns on 13 November 2025, and more regional centres in 2026.

More than $2.5 billion across hundreds of procurement contracts will be released in waves leading up to 2032, with a strong focus on engaging businesses of all sizes.

For details and current opportunities, visit brisbane2032.org/procurement.

Global expert appointed to lead Victoria Park Precinct Master Plan 

The Queensland Government has appointed Arup – global leaders in urban planning, engineering and landscape architecture – as the principal contractor for the Victoria Park Master Plan. 

More than 20 firms expressed interest in helping shape this iconic precinct. This shows strong interest from industry to deliver infrastructure that benefit Queenslanders for generations to come. 

This marks the next phase of planning for the Victoria Park Precinct, which will become a world-class hub for recreation, events and lifestyle. Key facilities within the precinct: 

• Brisbane Stadium – 63,000 capacity, will host Opening and Closing Ceremonies at 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games 
• National Aquatic Centre – a world class facility for Games events, designed for future competition and community use 
• Brisbane Athletes Village – walking distance from the precinct, delivering inner-city housing post-Games  

The first stage of planning – the Infrastructure Structure Plan - will: 

• Carry out technical site investigations 
• Map key roads, paths and public spaces 
• Plan for smooth movement around the precinct during and after the Games 

The Queensland Government is working closely with Brisbane City Council, the Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland (RNA), and other key stakeholders to ensure integrated design outcomes across the precinct.   

Search for visionary architects to design new Brisbane Stadium and National Aquatic Centre  

Today Expressions of Interest opened for the Principal Architects for the new Brisbane Stadium and National Aquatic Centre. 

Set within the Victoria Park precinct, the new Stadium and Aquatic Centre will be centrepieces of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA) is seeking architects with experience delivering iconic projects to bring their bold ideas and innovation to the design of these future Brisbane landmarks.  

Brisbane Stadium will host the opening and closing ceremonies and athletics, becoming the city’s main stadium with 63,000 seats, while the National Aquatic Centre will become the Australian HQ for aquatic sports post Games, with a permanent capacity of 8,000, and 25,000 in Games-mode.  

The successful Principal Architects will partner with GIICA during the Early Contractor Involvement process for both venues.   

Organisations can apply through the GIICA website. EOIs will close 5pm Wednesday 24 September 2025. 

Brisbane 2032 Infrastructure Agreement Sets Stage for Lasting Legacy 

A landmark Intergovernmental Agreement has been signed to guide the delivery of venue infrastructure for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games—marking a major milestone in Queensland’s journey to hosting this global event. 

Funding and Venue Highlights 

The agreement secures funding and outlines collaboration between governments to deliver 17 new or upgraded venues across Queensland. Central to the plan is a $7.1 billion investment, including a capped $3.435 billion contribution from the Australian Government. 

Key projects include: 

• A new 63,000-seat stadium at Victoria Park 
• A state-of-the-art National Aquatic Centre 

These venues are designed to serve communities and athletes well beyond the Games. 

Community-Focused Planning 

The agreement commits to delivering projects on time and within budget. An engagement plan for the Victoria Park Precinct will focus on enhancing green space and creating a lasting public asset. 

Transport Transformation 

Complementing venue upgrades is a $12.4 billion investment in transport infrastructure, including: 

• Bruce Highway upgrades 
• Faster rail between Brisbane and the Gold Coast 
• Stage one of the Direct Sunshine Coast Rail (Beerwah to Caloundra) 

These projects will improve connectivity and benefit commuters and regional communities. 

Building a Legacy for Queensland 

Brisbane 2032 is more than a global sporting event—it’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reshape Queensland’s infrastructure for lasting impact. The investments in venues and transport are designed to deliver enduring benefits, creating vibrant community spaces, better-connected regions, and world-class facilities that will serve Queenslanders long after the Games.  

Brisbane Stadium, Artist Impression 

National Aquatic Centre, Artist Impression.

Brisbane Athletes Village breaks ground post Ekka!

Early works at the Main Arena of the Brisbane Showgrounds are kicking off the vision for the Brisbane Athletes Village in Bowen Hills and will commence after the Ekka in 2025.

The Showgrounds is the site of the largest athlete village during the Games and will begin to transform shortly, including restoration works on two heritage-listed grandstands and progressing plans for a 20,000-seat Main Arena upgrade.

As well as housing the Games’ largest village, the transformation of the Showgrounds alongside the arena upgrade will facilitate the growth of the precinct’s entertainment and events capability.

The legacy will include thousands of dwellings in inner Brisbane following the use by 10,000 athletes and officials during the Olympic Games and over 5,000 during the Paralympic Games.

This update will also improve accessibility across the site and master planning will consider connections with the Victoria Park precinct.

Main Arena legacy concept.

Current Main Arena.

Games delivery momentum builds!

Exciting times ahead as GIICA engages the industry on all 17 projects for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games!

Today, GIICA launched a portfolio-wide registration of interest (ROI) for new and upgraded venues, inviting design and construction sector organisations to join us in delivering these projects. 

Additionally, an expression of interest (EOI) for a Delivery Partner is now open, seeking program management services to assist in the delivery of the Authority venues.

With more than 1,500 participants at GIICA’s Industry Briefing, the momentum is undeniable. The ROI and EOI will close on 15 August, and interested organisations can apply through QTenders or the GIICA website.

Seven years to go:  A vision for Victoria Park and Beyond

With the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games on the horizon, Victoria Park is set to play a central role in Queensland’s Games journey – and its legacy beyond. Plans are underway to transform this iconic precinct into a world-class hub for recreation and entertainment.

Expressions of interest are now open for industry leaders to prepare an integrated Master Plan for the Victoria Park precinct, including the Brisbane Showgrounds and surrounds. 

This transformation will position Victoria Park as a vibrant destination well beyond the Games, and in 2032, bringing together key Games infrastructure such as the Brisbane Stadium, National Aquatic Centre and Brisbane Athlete Village.

Submissions close Friday 1 August 2025.

DELIVERY UPDATE: Plan locked in and four projects progress to procurement

Following the 2025 Queensland State Budget and the agreed deal to revise the Intergovernmental Agreement between the Queensland and Australian Governments, 2032 Games infrastructure is locked in.

We’re now entering the delivery phase; expressions of interest have been released for project design work on new indoor sports centres at Moreton Bay and Logan, and stadium upgrades at the Sunshine Coast and Barlow Park in Cairns.

We are excited to hear from those keen to build these remarkable projects and deliver legacy benefits for decades to come. Industry is invited to visit the Qtender website and submit an Expression of Interest to be part of building Queensland’s largest infrastructure legacy.