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flag Cairns plans a 15,000-seat stadium upgrade by 2026 for the 2032 Olympics, while Moreton Bay pushes for rowing events at a new Lawnton venue tied to housing.

flag Cairns is advancing plans to upgrade Barlow Park into a 15,000-capacity stadium, expandable to 20,000 for the 2032 Olympics, with construction set to begin by late 2026. flag The project, led by a firm behind major international stadiums, aims to improve facilities for athletes and fans, with Northern Pride supporting expanded seating from 1,700 to 5,000. flag Meanwhile, Moreton Bay is pushing to host Olympic rowing at a proposed flatwater centre in Lawnton, tied to a housing development of about 850 homes on a former quarry site. flag The rowing venue depends on Olympic selection, though housing will proceed regardless. flag Moreton Bay officials are seeking a technical review and have invited international rowing officials to assess the site, following a prior GIICA critique of Rockhampton’s bid and a recommendation for Penrith.

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