Richard Colbeck (Tasmania, Liberal Party, Minister for Senior Australians and Aged Care Services) Share this | Hansard source

I thank Senator Scarr for the question. South-East Queensland's exciting bid for the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics has received the bell for the final lap and the finishing line is very much in sight. An Olympics has the potential to be a game changer for Queensland, and the government remains committed to supporting Queensland's candidature. Bringing the games to Australia in 2032 would provide a unique opportunity to inspire all Australians to get engaged and active in sport.

The Australian government, the Queensland government, the Council of Mayors South East Queensland and the Australian Olympic Committee have worked very cooperatively in developing a comprehensive bid submission to the IOC's Future Host Commission. This included a virtual tour of South-East Queensland earlier last month. I'm thrilled to say that on 10 June the International Olympic Committee executive board agreed to propose Brisbane as the host for the 2032 games to the IOC membership. This is the final stage of candidature, but it does not mean that Brisbane has secured the 2032 games. On 20 and 21 July, at the 138th IOC session held in Tokyo, IOC members will receive a final presentation on the proposed bid for the 2032 games. Members will then vote on whether Brisbane is the host for the 2032 games.