Queensland’s state and federal governments have released a draft masterplan for the Victoria Park Precinct, the centrepiece of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games infrastructure program.

The plan covers Brisbane Stadium, the National Aquatic Centre at Centenary Pool, upgrades to the Brisbane Showgrounds, and expanded parklands. About two-thirds of the 64-hectare site will be public green space. Pedestrian bridges will connect the precinct to the CBD and Fortitude Valley, with active-transport links over the Inner City Bypass and rail corridor still under investigation.

The precinct sits inside a $7.1 billion infrastructure program jointly funded by the state and federal governments. For Queensland’s construction industry, that budget means years of work across civil, structural, mechanical and fit-out trades. The QBCC (qbcc.qld.gov.au) has previously flagged that major Games-related projects will require licensed contractors across all building categories.

Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie said the redevelopment would open up land that’s been largely inaccessible for decades. “It used to be a dump site, then it was a golf course, and we’re opening it up and two-thirds will be available to public use,” he said. York’s Hollow wetland will be expanded and an urban forest planted across the site.

Victoria Park was selected for the new stadium by the Crisafulli government in 2025, reversing an earlier venue decision. The site has been the focus of community protests, with several activists arrested earlier this year over its development.

Public consultation on the draft masterplan opens Monday 4 August and runs until 27 September 2026. Building firms eyeing Games-related work should watch the Queensland Government’s procurement channels closely as detailed design packages follow the consultation phase.

Frequently asked questions

When does public consultation on the Victoria Park masterplan close?

Consultation on the draft masterplan opens Monday 4 August 2026 and runs until 27 September 2026.

Do contractors need a licence to work on Brisbane 2032 projects?

The QBCC has previously flagged that major Games-related projects will require licensed contractors across all building categories. Firms can check requirements at qbcc.qld.gov.au.

How much of the Victoria Park site will be public green space?

About two-thirds of the 64-hectare site is earmarked as public green space under the draft masterplan.

Sourced from ABC News. Original article.