The current plan for swimming events at the Games involves a drop-in pool at the planned Brisbane Live entertainment arena to be built at Roma Street, with $2.5 billion in funding from the federal government.
At the time of the announcement, federal member for the inner-city seat of Griffith, Max Chandler-Mather, said it was a "disgraceful" misuse of government money.
He said the Gabba would cost about $54,000 per seat, while the Brisbane Live arena would cost $147,058 per seat. Swimming Australia's call for legacy infrastructure comes as the peak body today launches consultation with stakeholders and the public, to develop a BNE32 Legacy Impact Strategy. Sleeman Sports Complex in the Brisbane suburb of Chandler was purpose-built for the 1982 Commonwealth Games, and its indoor Brisbane Aquatic Centre is slated for an upgrade as part of the state government's 2032 master plan for the Games.
Quandamooka man Cameron Costello wants the Games to lead to more First Nations people participating in swimming. Paralympian Ellie Cole, who is on the Swimming Australia legacy committee, said she is looking forward to seeing inclusive strategies being developed for the 2032 Games.
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