David Crisafulli has profusely apologised to Queenslanders for breaking a major election promise by announcing the construction of a new stadium – as Brisbane’s $7billion plan for the 2032 Olympics is unveiled.
The announcement came a year after Mr Crisafulli pledged on the state campaign trail not to build any new stadiums.
A 63,000-seat main stadium in Brisbane‘s Victoria Park was confirmed as the centrepiece of the Games after the Queensland government revealed long-awaited infrastructure following a 100-day review.
Mr Crisafulli was asked how he planned to cop the consequences of the unpopular decision during the announcement on Tuesday.
Pictured is an artist’s impression of the proposed athlete’s village at Maroochydore
The main stadium at Victoria Park will seat 63,000 people and become home to the Brisbane Lions after the 2032 Olympic games
‘By being honest and copping that on the chin,’ he said.
‘You’re right, and I have to own that, and I will, and I am sorry, and it’s my decision, and I accept that decision.’
He said there was ‘no longer time’ to upgrade the historic Gabba stadium which will be cleared to make way for a residential development.
Protesters are reported to have gathered outside the venue where Mr Crisafulli announced the sprawling development.
Following the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the stadium will host home games for the Brisbane Lions and Cricket Australia matches.
More to come.
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