Global engineering and design consultancy Arup has been appointed by the Queensland Government to lead the integrated masterplan for the Victoria Park Precinct, a transformative project central to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The masterplan will reimagine Victoria Park as a vibrant hub for sport, recreation, and community life, incorporating the future Brisbane Stadium, National Aquatic Centre, and Brisbane Athlete Village.
During the Games, the precinct will play a pivotal role, hosting the opening and closing ceremonies at Brisbane Stadium and accommodating over 10,000 athletes and officials during the Olympics and more than 5,000 during the Paralympics.
A Legacy Project for Queensland
The first phase of masterplanning will involve the Infrastructure Structure Plan, including site investigations, connectivity planning, and design of major public realm infrastructure. The aim is to ensure seamless movement for visitors while creating world-class green and public spaces integrated with transport networks.
Queensland’s Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, Jarrod Bleijie, said the project would be central to the state’s Olympic legacy:
“Bringing on board global experts marks a major step in delivering generational infrastructure that will leave a lasting legacy for Queensland. I’m confident Arup will maximise outcomes for Queenslanders as we create a precinct that will be celebrated long after the Games are over.”
Penny Hall, Arup Project Director, highlighted the firm’s global track record in delivering lasting legacies from major sporting events, including the London 2012 Games, FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, and the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Arup will collaborate with the Queensland Government, Brisbane City Council, and the RNA (Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland). Extensive community consultation will guide the design of parklands and public spaces to ensure the precinct thrives well beyond the Games.
