- The Crisafulli Government has revealed the new Board of the 2032 Organising Committee.
- The Board has reduced from 24 to 15 members and from six Vice Presidents to two.
- Four initial advisory groups will be established to advise the Board.
The Crisafulli Government has today announced the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee Board to oversee Games planning and delivery and ensure a lasting legacy for Queensland.
It follows legislative changes to the Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games Arrangements Act 2021 on the recommendation of the 100 Day Review Report to streamline strategic governance and enhance efficiency.
In addition to the Board, four initial advisory groups will be established to inform the board including First Nations, chaired by Patrick Johnson OLY, Athlete's and Sport, chaired by Susie O'Neill AM, Councils, chaired by Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner, and Commercial, chaired by Andrew Liveris AO.
The Crisafulli Government is delivering the Games after 1,200 days of Olympics chaos and crisis under the former Labor Government, with a credible plan in place to deliver a long-lasting legacy for Queenslanders.
Board Directors include:
- Andrew Liveris AO - Independent (President)
- Tim Mander MP - Queensland Government nominee (Vice President)
- Anika Wells MP - Australian Government nominee (Vice President)
- Greg Norman AO - Independent
- Rebecca Frizelle OAM - Independent
- Cr Adrian Schrinner - Brisbane City Council nominee
- Cr Tom Tate - Gold Coast City Council nominee
- Cr Rosanna Natoli - Sunshine Coast Council nominee
- Jess Fox OAM OLY - International Olympic Committee member, Australia
- Robyn Smith OAM - International Paralympic Committee Board member, Australia
- Ian Chesterman AM - Australian Olympic Committee President
- John Coates AC - Australian Olympic Committee Hon. Life President
- Grant Mizens OAM PLY - Paralympic Australia President
- Kurt Fearnley AO PLY - Paralympic athlete
- Georgia Baker OLY - Olympic athlete
Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tim Mander said the streamlined Board was a key step to strengthen governance and allowed Games-related decisions to be made efficiently.
"We are getting on with the job of delivering a winning legacy and the Games Queenslanders deserve," Minister Mander said.
"The changes made to the Board are sensible and practical to shape good governance and make for a truly spectacular Games for which all of Queensland can be proud."
"The Board will focus on setting the strategy, offering greater clarity and direction so the Organising Committee can focus on delivering a spectacular Games in 2032.
"I look forward to using this opportunity to build momentum and maximise the benefits for our communities in the lead up and after the Games."
Brisbane 2032 President Andrew Liveris echoed Minister Mander's comments, saying the Advisory Groups had been set in place to support the Board and provide critical advice to deliver the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2032.
"There has been a significant shift in momentum as we reach the seven years to go milestone before our Games and we are now moving to a phase of streamlined decision making and delivery," Mr Liveris said.
"The Queensland Government has been swift in their priorities relating to the Games since being elected in October last year, not only putting in place the 2032 Delivery Plan, but reviewing the overall structure of the Games, including the Brisbane 2032 Board.
"I support the process and outcome, while acknowledging the incredible work and tireless efforts that every Board Director to this point has delivered to ensure that Brisbane 2032 is on track."
"Whether as a Board Director, Advisory Group Member, Athlete, Volunteer or any other position across local communities, collective and positive support is what will ensure the success of our Games in 2032, putting Brisbane, Queensland and Australia on the world map like never before."
