An independent 100-day review of infrastructure for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games has officially kicked off. The Queensland premier says he doesn't believe Brisbane needs another stadium, but the review's scope has sparked questions about whether it leaves the door open.
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00:00The Premier hitting reset on the Brisbane 2032 Games.
00:07We've now fired the starting gun. This is now day one of 100. The time starts now.
00:12The LNP rushed through laws overnight to set up an independent infrastructure and coordination authority.
00:19The body will review all venues, transport systems and the athletes' villages.
00:24We are going to deliver world class infrastructure for a world class event.
00:28Chaired by property industry veteran Stephen Connery, the panel also includes other prominent business and tourism leaders.
00:36The government revealed the terms of reference, with the scope allowing the panel to review new, upgraded and temporary venues.
00:45The Premier has repeatedly said no new stadiums would be built for the Games.
00:50I don't believe the city needs another stadium. I don't. And let me be clear, I've said that.
00:57But the terms of reference don't explicitly rule it out.
01:01David Crisafulli was asked if the government would reject a new stadium if it was recommended by the panel.
01:08But he skirted the issue.
01:10Would you veto a suggestion?
01:12That you've got 100 days. And I don't think that's too much to ask.
01:15The Lord Mayor says the scope has left the door open.
01:18I think it really makes it clear that all options will be considered.
01:22My gut feeling is that Victoria Park would have to be one of the prime candidates in terms of options.
01:29Some of the country's top athletes are also pushing for new venues to create a lasting legacy.
01:35I think it's time the government kind of turns an eye and looks at recreating a new Chandler Aquatic Centre and not just a drop-in pool that can be taken away.
01:43The Olympic review is set to be completed in March.