And the winner is . . . Logan!

Published: 21st July 2023

This weekend marks the countdown clock passing nine years to the Olympic and Paralympic Games in South East Queensland in 2032.

To mark the milestone, Logan City Council is compiling a list of those connected to our city who have earned the elite accolade of being known as an Olympian or Paralympian – Summer or Winter Games. 

It's a big ask in a diverse city that is home to more than 230 cultural backgrounds. 

The City of Logan has a proud sporting culture, producing champions such as BMX freestyle gold medallist Logan Martin, world record holder and multiple sprint freestyle medallist Jodie Henry and Australia’s first Winter Olympics gold medallist, short course ice skater Steven Bradbury.

Other homegrown sporting champions include rising superstar swimmer Mollie Callaghan, decathlete Ash Moloney, steeplechase runner Genevieve Gregson (nee LaCaze) and Para-shooting medallist Natalie Smith, who won the Australian Paralympic Team’s first medal of the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

We're looking for not only Olympic and Paralympic athletes but also coaches, doctors, physios and support staff – present and past. And from all nationalities that now call the City of Logan home.

Mayor Darren Power said the City of Logan is one of the fastest growing regions in the country and would play a significant role in delivering the 2032 Games.

“By 2032, there will be more than half a million people living in our city,” Councillor Power said.

“We are not only ideally placed midway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, but we are central to key transport corridors and have a willing and reliable workforce to help deliver a successful 2032 Games.

“And no-one can match our cultural diversity that will see many visiting athletes and tourists attracted to Logan to enjoy the culture, cuisine and friendship our many communities offer.”

The City of Logan has been allocated a multi-use indoor venue for the 2032 Games, proposed to be built in Logan Central.

Council has endorsed a Legacy Roadmap for the 2032 Games to identify opportunities for the city and plans to achieve those benefits, while also doubling down on a bold bid to become a South East Queensland destination of choice.

Council’s 2023-2028 Destination Management Plan charts a new course for the city as a leader in sustainable nature-based encounters, sporting and cultural events and entertainment experiences.

The plan will work in tandem with Council’s 2032 City of Logan Legacy Roadmap – an exciting new vision to capitalise on economic, cultural and social development opportunities ahead of the 2032 Games.

It is expected that locally based Olympians and Paralympians will be invited to help celebrate milestones on the Legacy Roadmap and other Games and sporting celebrations.

If you, or someone you know, has a link to Logan and were an athlete, coach or support staff member from Australia or any other country, please register on our Have your say website