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Brisbane begins work on the 2032 Olympics main stadium at Victoria Park after protesters moved

  • Work has begun on Brisbane’s A$3.6 billion main stadium at Victoria Park for the 2032 Olympics — Premier turned the first sod and officials say the Games are now “game on.”
  • Protesters were moved outside new perimeter fencing amid a heavy police presence; five people were recently arrested as tensions continue.
  • Indigenous and environmental groups warn the heritage-listed park and green space are under threat, while the government says most of the park will remain public green space and the IOC has backed the venue plan.
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