Football Australia and Football Queensland have presented a comprehensive infrastructure proposal for the Queensland Government’s 100-day infrastructure review for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, positioning the sport as a key driver of long-term regional development.
The submission champions a strategic approach that leverages football’s significant community impact, highlighting the sport’s 350,000 active participants across Queensland.
Central to the proposal is a purpose-built Tier 2 rectangular stadium, potentially located at Perry Park, designed to accommodate 17,000 to 20,000 spectators with capacity for an additional 13,000 temporary seats during the Games.
The proposal also includes:
Enhancements to Training Sites
- Strategic upgrades to Meakin Park’s Queensland State Home of Community Football, creating a versatile multi-sport infrastructure in a rapidly expanding urban corridor.
- Guarantees FIFA tournament compliance while establishing enduring high-performance facilities for community and elite athletes.
Innovative Regionalisation Approach
- Champions a decentralised Games delivery model to amplify participation across broader Queensland communities.
- Introduces collaborative content-sharing and strategic partnerships to bolster regional sporting infrastructure and engagement.
Cost Savings and Value Creation
- Identifies potential savings and revenue opportunities exceeding $1 billion through optimised venue design.
- Commits to generating substantive economic benefits and sustainable legacies for Queensland’s diverse communities.
Football Australia Chairman Anter Isaac emphasised the proposal’s broader vision.
“Brisbane 2032 represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deliver a legacy for communities across Queensland and across the Asia-Pacific region. Football’s submission aligns with a best for city, state and games, master planned approach with a focus on innovation and sustainability,” Issac commented on FQ official press release.
Football Australia CEO James Johnson also joined in underscoring the stadium’s significance.
“A purpose-built rectangular stadium is critical to addressing the needs of the sport in Queensland. This venue will not only elevate the fan experience but also position Brisbane to host future international tournaments,” Johnson explained via FQ official press release.
Football Queensland CEO Robert Cavallucci was keen to highlight the grassroots focus that this investment would deliver.
“Football Queensland’s priority is to ensure the benefits of Brisbane 2032 extend to every community in the state. By investing in regional and grassroots infrastructure, this proposal ensures all Queenslanders can be part of the Games’ legacy,” Cavallucci expressed via FQ official press release.
The proposal has garnered support from key stakeholders including the Asian Football Confederation, Oceania Football Confederation, Australian Professional Leagues, Brisbane Roar, and Professional Footballers Australia.
Football Australia and Football Queensland’s approach show a unified football push to try and garner an exciting sporting and footballing spine within the city of Brisbane and wider areas, using innovation and sustainability to enhance a positive prospect.
With a comprehensive vision spanning elite and community levels, football’s Olympic submission represents a significant strategic play for the sport’s future in Queensland.
Read the official proposal from Football Queensland here.
