Chris Pullen | Blue Wave Properties Strategies
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games are more than a celebration of sport—they’re a once-in-a-generation chance to transform the face of Brisbane and surrounding regions. As the host city prepares to welcome the world, it’s not just building venues—it’s crafting a world-class sporting capital, complete with new stadiums, community hubs, housing, and upgraded transport links that will benefit locals long after the Games are over.
From inner-city revitalisation to cutting-edge sporting precincts, Brisbane is undergoing a true Olympic makeover, positioning itself as Australia’s next global lifestyle and sporting destination.
🏟 A Closer Look at Brisbane’s Olympic Venues
Let’s take a deeper dive into the key venues set to headline Brisbane 2032—and how they’ll leave a lasting legacy for sport, community, and property investment.
🏟 Victoria Park Stadium – The New Heart of Brisbane Sport
Set to replace the iconic Gabba, Victoria Park Stadium will be the centrepiece of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. With an expected 63,000-seat capacity, this new stadium will host athletics events, the Games’ opening and closing ceremonies, and post-Olympics, will become the go-to destination for AFL, cricket, concerts, and large-scale cultural events.
Key Features:
- Located in Victoria Park, just north of the CBD
- Panoramic city views and world-class design
- Year-round usage for sport and entertainment
- Future hub for Brisbane Lions AFL, Queensland cricket, and major global events
This stadium alone will anchor new residential and commercial growth in surrounding suburbs, boosting land values and interest in areas like Spring Hill, Herston, Kelvin Grove, and Bowen Hills.
🏊 National Aquatic Centre – Dive Into the Future
Brisbane’s new National Aquatic Centre in Spring Hill is being designed to international standards, accommodating both elite-level competition and grassroots community programs.
During the Games:
- Will host swimming, diving, water polo, and para-swimming events
- Seating for up to 25,000 spectators
Post-Games:
- Open to local clubs, schools, swim squads, and recreational users
- Designed as a sustainable, accessible facility with tech-enabled training environments
It’s not just a Games venue—it’s a future Olympic training base and community landmark. Surrounding areas will benefit from increased activity, new infrastructure, and a surge in foot traffic—making it ideal for commercial and residential development.
🏘 Brisbane Showgrounds – From Expo to Olympic Village
Already a well-known event and cultural hub, the Brisbane Showgrounds precinct is set for a major transformation. It will temporarily become an Athletes’ Village, before evolving into a vibrant mixed-use precinct with residential, hospitality, retail, and entertainment offerings.
Legacy Benefits:
- More affordable housing and medium-density living near the CBD
- Increased tourism through year-round events and festivals
- Boost to local economy and hospitality
This reinvention taps into the city’s “inner-urban renaissance” and is likely to attract investors and developers seeking lifestyle-driven locations close to major employment hubs.
🎾 Queensland Tennis Centre – A Grand Slam of Upgrades
Located in Tennyson, this top-tier tennis facility will receive a substantial upgrade to meet Olympic standards, including:
- A new 3,000-seat show court
- 12 new match courts to support competition and training
The venue will also be used post-Games for the Brisbane International and other global tournaments, attracting athletes and visitors from around the world.
Tennyson and nearby suburbs such as Yeronga and Graceville will likely see uplift in both property values and lifestyle appeal, thanks to these long-term sporting upgrades.
🏟 New Venues Across the Region – Growth Beyond the CBD
Brisbane 2032 isn’t just focused on the city core—it’s a Games for all of South East Queensland. Here’s what’s planned across the wider region:
🏀 New Indoor Sports Centres:
- Logan and Moreton Bay will each receive large-scale indoor venues capable of hosting Olympic basketball, volleyball, and other indoor sports.
- These will double as community hubs for fitness, events, and sport development.
🌊 Whitewater Centre – Redlands Coast:
- A purpose-built whitewater centre will be constructed in Redland Bay, ideal for kayaking events and outdoor recreation.
- Will become a hotspot for tourism and water-based adventure sports post-Games.
These developments ensure that regional communities share in the Olympic legacy, with new venues serving locals long after the medals have been awarded.
🚆 Transport Upgrades: Making Movement Easier, Now and Into the Future
Olympic Games demand world-class connectivity—and Brisbane is delivering.
Major Transport Projects:
- Cross River Rail: 10.2km of new underground rail, including four new inner-city stations, to reduce congestion and link the north and south.
- Brisbane Metro: High-frequency electric buses to connect major activity centres across the city.
- Bus Priority Corridors & Active Travel Networks: More direct, faster travel options via dedicated bus lanes, cycling tracks, and pedestrian paths.
These upgrades are key to unlocking property potential in currently under-served suburbs, enabling easy access to employment, education, and entertainment.
🌏 The Real Legacy: A Better Brisbane for All
While the spotlight is on sport, the real impact of the 2032 Games will be in the years that follow. Brisbane’s Olympic investment is focused on four key legacy pillars:
- Community and Participation – Local access to world-class facilities
- Economic Growth – Job creation, tourism, and global exposure
- Transport and Housing – Better-connected suburbs and new housing stock
- Sustainability and Liveability – Greener, cleaner, future-ready communities
All of this equals prime opportunity for long-term property investment, particularly for buyers who act early.
✅ Where You Come In – Investing in Brisbane’s Olympic Legacy
With billions in government-backed infrastructure on the way, Brisbane’s transformation is well underway. The areas surrounding these Olympic venues and transport upgrades will drive demand—and savvy investors who get in before the boom will be the big winners.
Whether you’re interested in capital growth, long-term rental yields, or building a portfolio aligned with Brisbane’s future, we can help you find the right property in the right pocket—before prices surge.
💬 Ready to Ride the Olympic Wave?
At Blue Wave Property Strategies, we specialise in identifying future-focused investment opportunities tied to major government projects—like Brisbane 2032. Let us help you ride the property wave, with insight, strategy, and support at every step.
📞 Call Chris on 0434 449 455
Let’s chat about how Brisbane’s Olympic infrastructure can work in your favour.