Central Queensland has officially been given the green light for Rockhampton to host the rowing and canoeing events for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games following a technical review of the Fitzroy River.

The announcement has sparked calls for local infrastructure improvements – including flood mitigation, highway repairs, and rail upgrades – as planning and design work for the venue ramps up ahead of the Games.

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