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Brisbane 2032 Olympics Cost Crisis
The Brisbane 2032 Olympics face cost blowouts, with political disputes over venue choices and cost transparency.
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Queensland GovernmentFederal GovernmentBrisbane LiveQueensland Sports And Athletics Centre (Qsac)Gabba Stadium
Jarrod BleijieSteven MilesDavid CrisafulliAnnastacia PalaszczukJessica Fox
- What is the main political debate surrounding the Brisbane Olympics?
- There is significant political debate about the venues for the Brisbane Olympics, with differing opinions on the costs and benefits of various options. The federal and Queensland governments have agreed to a \$7.1 billion funding envelope for the Games.
- What is Premier David Crisafulli's opinion on the proposed QSAC upgrade?
- Premier David Crisafulli has rejected the previous government's plan to upgrade the Queensland Sports and Athletics Centre (QSAC) for the Games, calling it a "thought bubble". He is considering a Gabba Stadium rebuild instead.
- What is the Queensland Liberal government's stance on the Olympic venues?
- The Queensland Liberal government, recently elected, is reviewing all Olympic Games venues. This follows accusations from the new government that the previous Labor government hid spiralling costs.
- What are the estimated costs associated with upgrading or rebuilding the Gabba Stadium?
- The cost to upgrade the Gabba stadium to meet modern standards is estimated at \$400 million to \$1 billion, depending on the extent of the renovations. Building a new stadium at Victoria Park would cost an estimated \$3.4 billion.
- What are the estimated "hidden" costs associated with the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games?
- The Brisbane 2032 Olympics are facing significant cost overruns, with "hidden" costs potentially reaching \$681 million. A major infrastructure project, linking Roma St station to the Brisbane Live arena, is expected to cost an additional \$500 million.