Queensland government says Brisbane's RNA showgrounds upgrade to cost almost $300m
The Queensland government has announced a $287.5 million upgrade for Brisbane's RNA showgrounds in preparation for the 2032 Olympic Games. The project, which is part of a larger investment in athletes' villages, has faced scrutiny over budget transparency.
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An artist's impression of the future showgrounds. ( Supplied )
Upgrades to Brisbane's RNA showgrounds ahead of the 2032 Olympic Games are set to cost $287.5 million dollars.
The upgrade is being funded as part of a $3.5 billion investment into athletes' villages.
Construction at the site is set to start after this year's Ekka.
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The 20,000-seat outdoor arena will be revitalised, including an upgraded Machinery Hill grandstand, multi-storey horse pavilion, and major accessibility improvements.
Construction on the Bowen Hills site will begin after this year's 150th edition of the Ekka, with the event to run uninterrupted until 2032.
The state government has previously refused to reveal the cost of the upgrades, citing it as commercial in confidence.
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