Brisbane Games plea: ‘We have got this arse about’
There’s less than eight years until the Brisbane Olympics. Here’s what some Queensland icons believe need to be done to make it a success.
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Radical plan to transform Brisbane wastelands into thriving precincts
Ambitious plans to transform hundreds of hectares of polluted and flood prone catchments into thriving outdoor hubs have been revealed.
This is one thing Qld needs more of … before it’s too late
Queensland tourism has the chance to go to another level – but we have to be bold first, writes Carnival’s Peter Little.
Water taxis, helipads, bay ferries: Brisbane River’s transformation
Water taxis linking Brisbane’s riverside precincts, overwater helipads, and ferries direct from the CBD are all on the list as leaders consider how to boost the city’s global tourism standing.
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Epic Barcelona-style beach bars for Gold, Sunshine coasts
Mediterranean-style beach clubs could become permanent fixtures as Queensland looks to boost its summer tourism offerings in the lead up to the 2032 Olympic Games. HAVE YOUR SAY
Brisbane 2032: Event to discuss Games legacy priorities
New Premier David Crisafulli will join key decision makers and industry leaders at this month’s Future Brisbane event, exploring the legacy priorities of the 2032 Games.
Ugly spectacle: Moment Qld’s Games planning descended into farce
The planning for the Olympics, less than nine years away, is now a complete farce beset by public bickering between officials, writes Matt Canavan.
Key piece of infrastructure needed to stop Brisbane becoming ‘obese’
A light rail network linking Brisbane suburbs should be considered to prevent it becoming an “obese” city where major roads remain congested and affordable housing is difficult to find. VOTE IN POLL
Queenslanders no longer want billions spent on 2032 ‘Hunger Games’
A three-week sporting event in nine years’ time that will cost billions of dollars might no longer be that important to struggling Queenslanders, writes Cameron Milner.
Not our problem: Minister’s stunning swipe at AFL, cricket
Stirling Hinchliffe says housing the displaced Brisbane Lions and Queensland Cricket isn’t the state’s problem, despite Steven Miles just days ago suggesting it was.
Editor’s view: How not to announce major new infrastructure
The revelation of a boutique stadium to stand in for the Gabba during its redevelopment is a blueprint for how not to make announcements, writes the editor.
Editor’s view: Clock is ticking on new stadium plan
A proposed new boutique stadium at the showgrounds is the best option for Brisbane. Now starts the negotiations, but the clock is ticking, writes the editor.
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