Hockey Queensland and Hockey Australia underscore importance of investing beyond Brisbane 2032

February 21, 2025

Hockey Queensland and Hockey Australia have provided additional information to the 100-Day Review Panel examining Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games infrastructure - reinforcing their commitment to ensuring a lasting legacy for hockey in Queensland.

Building on their initial submission, which focused on securing a dedicated Olympic venue for hockey, Hockey Queensland and Hockey Australia have now expanded their case to highlight broader state-wide benefits. The latest submission details critical infrastructure needs aimed at driving participation, supporting high-performance athletes, and enhancing Queensland’s ability to host major hockey events at both a national and international level.

Hockey Queensland Chief Executive Alison Lyons said the second submission underscores the importance of investing beyond Brisbane to deliver a truly state-wide Olympic legacy.

Lyons notes "Hockey has a deep-rooted history in Queensland, and Brisbane 2032 represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to strengthen our sport’s foundations across the state. This isn’t just about two weeks of competition; it’s about ensuring lasting benefits for communities, regional development, and future Olympians.

"Queensland has produced 70 Olympians, and with targeted investment in facilities, we can ensure that pipeline of talent continues for decades to come. We’re urging the Review Panel to consider how hockey’s strong national and global presence can be leveraged to attract teams, drive tourism, and enrich community sport."

The additional submission outlines key priorities, including:

Upgrading regional venues to attract pre-Games international team training camps.
Investing in turf expansions, lighting, and flood-resilient infrastructure to accommodate growth.
Strengthening pathways for players across metro and regional Queensland.
Positioning Queensland as a hub for international hockey events in the lead-up to Brisbane 2032.

Hockey Australia Chief Executive David Pryles reinforced the need for strategic infrastructure planning to maximise the Green and Gold decade and added "Hockey has consistently been one of Australia’s most successful Olympic sports, and we need to ensure our facilities reflect that standing.

"If Queensland wants to attract international teams for pre-Games training and build participation beyond 2032, investment must be made now. Our submission clearly demonstrates how hockey can play a key role in Brisbane 2032’s legacy, not just for the sport but for regional economies and community health."

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Image. Credit: Hockey Queensland

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