The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games present a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape transformative urban development and deliver lasting social, environmental, and economic value for South East Queensland. This report, framed through an urban planning lens, outlines a strategic framework with 30 actionable recommendations across five domains: infrastructure, society, environment, economy and governance. 

Rather than treating the Games as an isolated event, the framework positions them as a catalyst to address pressing regional challenges – housing affordability, climate resilience, inclusive mobility and economic diversification. Central to this vision is the delivery of multifunctional, adaptive infrastructure embedded within long-term planning strategies. Priorities include enhancing accessibility and walkability, while leveraging emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and digital twins to optimise efficiency and user experience. 

The report emphasises that equitable, community-driven planning is critical. It cautions against repeating the pitfalls experienced by past host cities including displacement, exclusion and underutilised assets. Instead it calls for culturally responsive engagement with Traditional Owners, protection of vulnerable communities and governance models that prioritise transparency, collaboration and adaptability. 

Sustainability anchors the recommendations, with proposed measures encompassing climate-responsive urban design, circular economy integration and nature-positive outcomes that enhance ecological resilience. By drawing on global precedents – from London’s regeneration strategies to Paris’s climate commitments, Rio de Janeiro’s social lessons and Athens’s cautionary legacy – the report advocates for “legacy-first” planning. 

Ultimately, the Games are framed not as a short-term spectacle but as a springboard for enduring transformation. By embedding long-term impacts into every stage of delivery, Brisbane can set a new international benchmark – demonstrating how major events can drive inclusive, sustainable and future-ready urban development for decades to come.