A fact-finding mission to Europe aims to learn from the London and Paris experiences to help optimise the delivery of the Brisbane 2032 Games.
Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie will lead the high-profile trade mission to the United Kingdom, Switzerland and France this month.
Deputy Premier Bleijie said the mission included high-level engagements with government officials from the UK and France, industry leaders, and infrastructure experts to gain insights into the successful Olympic and Paralympic planning and infrastructure delivery for London 2012 and Paris 2024, as well as the transition of venues and accommodation into legacy-mode.
“The legacy from the London 2012 and Paris 2024 Games demonstrates how strategic planning can deliver lasting benefits for communities,” he said.
“For Queensland, the 2032 Games are not only an opportunity to host a world-class event but also a chance to deliver long-term benefits, including jobs, housing, and vibrant public spaces that will enrich communities for generations to come.”
He said he would also travel to Switzerland for high-level meetings with the International Olympic Committee to discuss the progress the State Government has made in implementing its 2032 Delivery Plan following the signing of the new Intergovernmental Agreement with the Commonwealth and several minor venues going to procurement.
Deputy Premier Bleijie said the missions would also look to advancing the state’s defence industry, forge strategic global partnerships, and position Queensland as a premier destination for investment ahead of the Games and beyond.
“Queensland’s strategic location, sovereign capabilities, and technical expertise position us as a natural partner in advancing Australia’s defence priorities,” he said.
“By engaging with key stakeholders from the United Kingdom and Europe, we aim to cement Queensland’s reputation as a leader in defence innovation.”
He said while in the UK he would deliver a keynote address to the Australian British Chamber of Commerce’s Defence Catalyst conference, outlining to industry the steps the Queensland Government was taking to attract investment to build Queensland’s sovereign manufacturing capabilities.
Deputy Premier Bleijie said he would also attend the Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) convention in Excel where 29 Queensland businesses would be represented.
