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Olympic win is Brisbane’s big chance to step into the spotlight

Brisbane has long felt overshadowed by its bigger cousins in Sydney and Melbourne but the 2032 Olympics will be a chance to step into the limelight.

Mark LudlowQueensland bureau chief
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For many locals, Brisbane winning the 2032 Olympics might just be the best thing that has ever happened to the city.

“Brisvegas” – as it is known to some – is often maligned by its bigger southern cousins in Sydney and Melbourne as being less sophisticated and not as exciting.

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Mark Ludlow writes on politics, energy and infrastructure based in Brisbane. Connect with Mark on Twitter. Email Mark at mludlow@afr.com
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    Original URL: https://www.afr.com/politics/olympic-win-is-brisbane-s-big-chance-to-step-into-the-spotlight-20210722-p58bwl