Sport
8 August, 2024
$205M sports facility for Moreton Bay
The City of Moreton Bay is set to receive a $205.5 million state-of-the-art indoor sports facility, designed to serve as a key venue for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre has been approved by both the Australian and Queensland governments, with a Project Validation Report (PVR) completed and procurement now underway.
The facility will feature 12 multi-sport courts, spread across two separate halls, accommodating a diverse range of sports including basketball, netball, boxing, and volleyball.
During the Games, it will host up to 10,000 spectators and a variety of events to be determined through consultations with Games Partners.
Construction is expected to commence between 2026 and 2028, with procurement for the Managing Contractor and Principal Consultant set to begin in August 2024.
Premier Steven Miles expressed enthusiasm for the project. “Queenslanders are right behind Team Australia as our country shines in Paris,” he said.
“As we look to 2032, this Sports Centre will be bigger and better than originally planned.”
City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery celebrated the project, saying the centre “is a testament to Moreton Bay’s growth and potential”.
“It will serve not only as a venue for Olympic and Paralympic events but also as a community asset for sports, cultural events, and more.”
Federal Infrastructure Minister Catherine King added the centre will be a landmark for one of Queensland’s fastest-growing cities.
“As we cheer on our athletes in Paris, we’re investing in infrastructure that will expand the region’s capacity to host major events and create a lasting legacy,” she said.
Queensland Minister for State Development Grace Grace emphasised the project’s economic benefits, noting it will bring important jobs and economic activity to the region.
Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee President Andrew Liveris said the development will help meet the rising demand for sporting facilities, planning to be environmentally sustainable.
The new facility will target a 6-Star Green Star Building rating, aligning with the Queensland Government’s commitment to sustainability and accessibility.
