HOME GROUND ADVANTAGE Lunch

Sydney played host to an outstanding Home Ground Advantage lunch with more than 230 Olympians, and leaders from business, politics, government and the community coming together for a truly successful and impactful event.

Delivered by Business Sydney in partnership with the Australian Olympic Committee, the event showcased the once-in-a-generation opportunity presented by the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games and how we can harness this moment to drive investment, innovation and a lasting national legacy.

We were honoured to hear from the NSW Sport Minister, The Hon. Steve Kamper MP, who reinforced the importance of collaboration and long-term vision, and from the CEO of the Australian Olympic Committee, The Hon. Mark Arbib, who spoke powerfully about the unifying strength of the Olympic movement and the enduring legacy Brisbane 2032 can deliver.

Our panels brought together an exceptional group of leaders and Olympic greats:

🔹 Brisbane 2032 – Seizing the Moment panel:
Amanda Laing | John Coates AC | Andrew Liveris AO 

🔹 Winter Olympians Fireside Chat panel:
Matt Graham OLY | Jakara Anthony OAM OLY | Cooper Woods OLY

🔹 Team Australia – One Team, One Legacy panel:
Anna Meares OAM OLY | Jess Fox OAM OLY| Sam McKay 

A special thank you to Cate Campbell OAM OLY for her outstanding facilitation across the three panels, bringing energy, insight and an athlete’s perspective to every discussion.

We also thank Heidi Cooper, CEO of Business Chamber Queensland, for delivering a thoughtful and fitting vote of thanks.

The message was clear: Brisbane 2032 is far more than a sporting event, it is a catalyst for national progress and a defining opportunity to shape Australia’s future.