New Tier 2 Perry Park Stadium Highlights Olympic Proposal

Football Queensland and Football Australia have submitted a comprehensive proposal to the Queensland Government’s 100-day infrastructure review for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.

The submission is highlighted by a new purpose-built rectangular stadium at Perry Park seating 17,000-20,000 with the potential for 13,000 temporary seats during the Games, and an upgraded Queensland State Home of Community Football at Meakin Park.

A new Tier 2 stadium would provide Brisbane with a boutique venue for sports not requiring Suncorp Stadium’s 52,500 seating capacity. The Brisbane Roar are currently averaging crowds of just 6,298 during the current A-League season.

The joint submission highlights the sports’ capacity to reshape a transformative legacy for Queensland while ensuring the Games’ success through innovation, sustainability, and community-focused infrastructure. 

Football is Queensland’s largest participation sport and plays a central role in connecting communities, with over 350,000 active participants statewide.

Brisbane 2032 provides a once-in-a-generation opportunity to leverage this position, delivering world-class infrastructure that ensure the Games’ success while creating enduring social, economic, and sporting benefits. 

The submission advocates for a strategic, master-planned approach that will deliver best for city outcomes, creating a sporting and entertainment spine across the inner city with integrated infrastructure that focuses on connection, innovation, sustainability and legacy.

CEO of Football Australia, James Johnson, said, “A purpose-built rectangular stadium is critical to addressing the needs of the sport in Queensland. This venue will not only elevate the fan experience but also position Brisbane to host future international tournaments, strengthening Queensland’s global reputation as a leader in major events.”

Tier 2 Purpose-Built Rectangular Stadium

Enhancements to Training Sites 

Innovative Regionalisation Approach 

Cost Savings and Value Creation  

Whole of Game Support and Community Backing  

CEO of Football Queensland, Robert Cavallucci, said, “Football Queensland’s priority is to ensure the benefits of Brisbane 2032 extend to every community in the state. By investing in regional and grassroots infrastructure, this proposal ensures all Queenslanders can be part of the Games’ legacy. 

“These recommendations aim to deliver the right mix of major event and community level infrastructure for the sport that is played by more Queenslanders than any other.  It will also guarantee a pathway for aspiring CommBank Matildas and Subway Socceroos in Queensland to represent their country on the global stage.”

The 100-day Olympic infrastructure review focuses on key areas such as venues, transport systems, athlete villages, and precinct integration, evaluating affordability, deliverability, and impact to ensure the Games maximize social, economic, and environmental outcomes for Queensland.

The review, which was announced by new Queensland Premier, is due to wrap up in early February.