More than 500 local business representatives have gained valuable insight into how to be part of the procurement and supply chain for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Hosted by Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with the State Government, the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Procurement Opportunities event held at Venue 114 yesterday provided businesses with clear, practical information on how to supply goods and services before and during the Games.
Businesses heard directly from the teams responsible for delivering the Games and major infrastructure projects, including the Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee, the Queensland Government, Council and the Department of Transport and Main Roads.
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games are expected to create opportunities across a wide range of industries, including construction, transport, events, hospitality, technology, health services, marketing, cleaning, waste management and more.
Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said the event marked a significant milestone on the road to the Games and importantly, to realising the benefits they would bring.
“For our region, this is about turning a global event into real local opportunities including jobs, contracts and long-term tourism benefits,” Mayor Natoli said.
“Our local businesses are the backbone of the Sunshine Coast economy and connecting them early to Games procurement opportunities is a key priority for Council.
“We want Sunshine Coast businesses to understand what’s coming, what’s required, and how they can confidently step into Games‑related work.
“Most importantly, we’re determined to make sure Sunshine Coast businesses and our community are the real beneficiaries of our role as a Co‑Host City for the world’s greatest sporting event.”
The event also highlighted key Games‑related infrastructure projects on the Sunshine Coast, including the Sunshine Coast Stadium upgrade, the Sunshine Coast Mountain Bike centre, the Sunshine Coast Arena and Athlete Village and The Wave rail project.
Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, Jarrod Bleijie said delivering the 2032 infrastructure program would create jobs and back local industry.
“The Crisafulli Government is getting on with delivering the infrastructure Queensland needs to host a world-class 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and we’re doing it in a way that supports local jobs and local businesses,” Deputy Premier Bleijie said.
“From the Sunshine Coast Stadium upgrade to the new athlete village, arena and transport connections, these projects will mean more work for our tradies, contractors, suppliers and service providers right across the region.
“We want Queensland small and medium businesses to be ready to bid, win and deliver, because every contract awarded locally helps create jobs now and builds capability that will last well beyond 2032.”
Local business representatives learned what Brisbane 2032 procurement opportunities are available, when they will be released and how to become a registered supplier.
Attendees also gained a clear understanding of how major Sunshine Coast projects, including The Wave, will be delivered and where local suppliers can play a role.
