OUTCOMES FROM 2032 GAMES TASKFORCE – LEGACY ROUNDTABLE
20 May 2025   UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND (BRISBANE)

PURPOSE

As outlined in the Elevate 2042 Strategy, hosting the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games represents a significant investment in Queensland’s future.

This briefing document outlines strategic legacy initiatives emerging from a stakeholder roundtable held on 20 May 2025, aimed at ensuring the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games deliver long-term, state-wide benefits across infrastructure, community, economy and environment.

KEY LEGACY THEMES AND PRIORITIES

• Connectivity and Infrastructure
• Economic Development and Tourism
• Community and Cultural Legacy
• Environmental Sustainability

IMPLEMENTATION CONSIDERATIONS

1. Re-establish a Cross-Sector Legacy Implementation Taskforce
   • Break down silos between government and industry. Establish a transparent, collaborative framework for legacy delivery.
   • Include representatives from government, industry, First Nations, youth, agriculture and regional tourism sectors.
   • Define clear roles and responsibilities, with a focus on enabling collaborative governance.
2. Release Transparent Games Planning Frameworks
   • Publish detailed Games planning documents and timelines to enable alignment.
   • Include staging milestones (pre-Games, 5, 10 and 15 years post-Games) and sector-specific guidance (e.g. agriculture, tourism).
   • Ensure equitable access to planning information across Queensland.
3. Develop a Public-Facing Legacy Dashboard
   • Track progress on key legacy themes: connectivity, community, economy, environment.
   • Include metrics for accessibility, regional equity, biodiversity, digital maturity, and local sourcing targets (e.g. 50% local produce by 2027).
   • Enable community feedback and storytelling to foster ownership and pride.
4. Launch a Legacy Innovation and Procurement Reform Program
   • Streamline approvals and procurement processes to attract investment and reduce delays.
   • Align legacy initiatives with Games milestones (5, 10 and 15 years post-Games) to ensure sustained momentum and impact.
   • Pilot a “Gold Standard” infrastructure procurement model with integrated planning and sustainability benchmarks.
   • Explore rapid prototyping and flexible design strategies for faster construction and delivery.
   • Attract private and federal investment through clear, long-term planning and streamlined procurement.
5. Design and Implement a Regional Connectivity Strategy
   • Address transport, digital and utility gaps in underserved suburbs and regional areas.
   • Coordinate infrastructure upgrades under unified providers to minimise disruption.
   • Explore temporary and scalable solutions (e.g. ferries, cruise ship accommodation, mobile services).
   • Promote green transport corridors (e.g. Roma Street to the Gabba) and increase train use to regional Queensland.
6. Embed Universal Design and Accessibility Standards
   • Retrofit existing infrastructure to meet inclusive design principles.
   • Ensure consistent experiences across Brisbane and regional Queensland.
   • Prioritise accessible tourism, transport and hospitality infrastructure.
7. Activate Community and Youth Engagement Programs
   • Launch place-based storytelling initiatives to build local pride and cultural connection.
   • Engage schools and youth in co-designing legacy outcomes.
   • Promote social licence through transparent communication and participatory planning.
8. Advance Environmental and Circular Economy Initiatives
   • Invest in local supply chains for recycled materials and sustainable construction.
   • Promote biodiversity through green travel routes and reforestation projects.
   • Plan for climate adaptation, including heat mitigation strategies and resilient urban design.
9. Promote Queensland’s Global Identity and Economic Potential
   • Develop the “Top 10 SEQ Destinations” campaign to boost regional tourism.
   • Build a strong brand for Brisbane and encourage extended stays and regional exploration (e.g. Southern Queensland).
   • Position Brisbane as a digital, inclusive and sustainable global city.
10. Support Sustainable Agriculture and Local Sourcing
    • Establish a Queensland Farmers Advocacy Group to liaise with the Games Organising Committee.
    • Set and enforce local sourcing targets (e.g. 50% local produce at all Queensland events from 2027).
    • Invest in regional food processing infrastructure to support export and domestic supply chains.
    • Identify and promote Queensland’s signature produce (e.g., dairy, macadamias, dragon fruit) to global markets.