Transport and connectivity have been flagged as a critical priority for Redland City’s Olympic legacy planning as new details emerge from a key advisory group shaping the region’s future ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
A report to be tabled at next week’s council meeting reveals the Redlands Coast 2032 Legacy Working Group has zeroed in on how the city will move people, connect precincts and support growth linked to the Games.
The group met on March 13 at the Birkdale Community Precinct, with Deputy Mayor Julie Talty chairing in the absence of Mayor Jos Mitchell.
Members — drawn from across sport, business, tourism, sustainability and the community sector — discussed how Redlands can position itself to capture long-term benefits from the Games, with transport emerging as a key issue to be examined in greater depth at the next meeting.
The discussion forms part of work to develop a draft Redlands Coast 2032 Legacy Roadmap, which will guide how the city leverages Olympic-related opportunities across infrastructure, the economy and community development.
Council officers also briefed the group on a new draft Economic Development Strategy for 2026–2031, linking Games planning with broader ambitions to grow the local economy, attract investment and strengthen industry.
During the meeting, members explored how the global Olympic vision — “Believe. Belong. Become.” — could translate to local outcomes, including tourism growth, enhanced sporting pathways and improved liveability.
A strong focus was placed on ensuring any Olympic legacy is measurable with members highlighting the importance of “benefits realisation” frameworks and ongoing evaluation to track outcomes beyond 2032.
The working group also discussed how its members could play a role in future community engagement, drawing on their expertise to help shape consultation as the roadmap develops.
The advisory body includes high-profile contributors such as Olympic and Paralympic representatives, business leaders, sustainability experts and community advocates, reflecting a broad cross-section of interests tied to the Games.
While the group has no formal decision-making power, it is tasked with providing strategic advice to council on how to maximise the long-term benefits of the Olympics for Redlands Coast.
The report, which councillors are being asked to note, provides a snapshot of early-stage planning with further refinement of the legacy roadmap expected in coming months.
The next meeting of the working group is scheduled for May where transport and connectivity are expected to be a central focus.
