Time Magazine Article …..Well in advance of hosting the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the capital of Queensland is already gearing up with ambitious infrastructural advancements, which visitors can enjoy before the crowds pour in. Late last year, United Airlines debuted direct service between San Francisco and Brisbane—the first route of its kind for an American carrier. And this year, it cuts the ribbon on Queen’s Wharf, a $2.6 billion project that repositions the riverfront as the central commercial corridor of the region. The integrated resort cityscape will be home to four luxury hotels, including the Ritz-Carlton and the Rosewood, 50 bars and restaurants, and 2,000 new residential apartments. It begins a phased opening in November 2023, starting with The Star Grand Hotel and much of the retail space. An observation deck rising more than 300 ft. above the Brisbane River will overlook it all, with an open-air rooftop runway beckoning throngs of international tourists arriving for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup (Brisbane is one of nine host cities across Australia and New Zealand).
“It’s no accident that Brisbane is the fastest growing capital city in the country with people from southern states recognising that our city’s incredible climate, lifestyle and liveability is second to none. We’re investing in fantastic projects like Victoria Park, Brisbane Metro and our green bridges to help make Brisbane even better,” the Lord Mayor continued.