The Organising Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Brisbane 2032 has launched a public survey as part of its consultation process to create an inspiring vision for the Games. This announcement coincides with the conclusion of the first onsite meeting of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Coordination Commission, the third since its creation.
Interviews and workshops with around 1,000 stakeholders, including athletes, representatives of the sports movement, and delivery partners, have already taken place in recent weeks. Additionally, members of the Coordination Commission shared their insights during a dedicated session at the meetings.
Public survey to define the vision for Brisbane 2032
The survey, open until June 20, invites both Australians and international fans to share their opinions on what Brisbane 2032 should represent. It is available on the official website: brisbane2032.org/vision.
During their visit to Brisbane, IOC President Thomas Bach, IOC President-elect Kirsty Coventry, and the new Chair of the Coordination Commission, Mikaela Cojuangco Jaworski, met with representatives from all levels of government, including Australia’s Minister for Sport and Communications, Anika Wells, and Queensland Governor Jeannette Young. The mayors of the co-host cities, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, also participated in the meetings.
Venue visits and community activities
Over three days of meetings, the Coordination Commission addressed topics such as governance, operations, venues, finance, and commercial planning. They also visited key Games sites in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, including Victoria Park, where a new stadium will be built to benefit local sports teams and serve as a venue for the Olympic Games.
The programme also included community engagement activities, such as a dinner with sports, political, and business leaders from the region, and a reception at Queensland Parliament. Bach and other IOC members visited Brisbane State High School, which has 40 Olympian alumni, to share inspiring stories with the students.
Venue planning and sports programme
The Queensland Government accepted more than 90% of the recommendations from an independent review of Games infrastructure, enabling the development of a sports venue delivery plan that will benefit communities across the region. These proposals will undergo technical assessments by the International Sports Federations, the IOC, and the International Paralympic Committee.
Another major milestone will be the definition of the sports programme. In 2026, the IOC will confirm the initial programme, and the Organising Committee will have the opportunity to propose new sports events, with a submission expected next year.
“Brisbane 2032 is based on long-term strategies”
IOC President Thomas Bach highlighted: “Brisbane 2032 is grounded in long-term strategies for sustainable development in Queensland and Australia. It places legacy and community impact at its core, ensuring the best possible experience for athletes and fans.”
IOC President-elect Kirsty Coventry added: “It is encouraging to see that athletes are at the heart of everything being done. The Games are seen as a catalyst for positive change, particularly in Queensland’s rapidly growing communities.”
Finally, Organising Committee President Andrew Liveris thanked the Coordination Commission for their visit and highlighted the progress made: “We have had constructive conversations and shown real progress in our venues and planning. While there is still much work to do, there is an unwavering commitment from all stakeholders to achieve the goals of Brisbane 2032.”
