The LNP’s vision is for an Olympics held in venues rather than a city – and guarantees controversy across Brisbane and beyond Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFew people in Queensland disagreed with the former state premier, Annastacia Palaszczuk, when she described plans for the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane as a “hot mess”.Tuesday’s announcement by the new LNP government was framed as an end to the sort of disarray that has plagued Olympic planning during the past four years.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...
Queensland's 2032 Brisbane Olympics planning has been described as a "hot mess" marked by controversy and disarray. The new LNP government's announcement, meant to resolve past planning issues, included a controversial new stadium, breaking an election promise by David Crisafulli. The Olympic movement's popularity has waned in Brisbane due to unpopular plans, and critics argue the current vision prioritizes venues over the city's needs.