Brisbane to build main stadium on parkland for 2032 Summer Games
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
Brisbane plans to construct a new 60,000-seat stadium and a national aquatics centre in an inner city park for the 2032 Olympics. Additional venues include a 20,000-seat stadium at Brisbane Showgrounds and upgrades to the Queensland Tennis Centre. Some events will be held in regional Queensland, including rowing in Rockhampton and sailing near the Great Barrier Reef. The plan has faced environmental opposition but is supported by the Australian Olympic Committee.
Key Points
A new 60,000-seat stadium and a national aquatics centre will be built in an inner city Brisbane park.
A 20,000-seat boutique stadium will be constructed at Brisbane Showgrounds.
The Queensland Tennis Centre will receive a new 3,000-seat showcourt.
The Gabba ground will host cricket before being demolished.
Rowing events will be held in Rockhampton, and sailing in the Whitsunday Islands.
The plan has been opposed by environmental groups concerned about the use of parkland.
The Australian Olympic Committee supports the venue plan and sees it as a step towards a successful Games.
