Brisbane 2032 unveils Olympic Games emblems

Brisbane 2032 has unveiled its Olympic and Paralympic emblems, inspired by Queensland’s character, wildlife and identity.

What do the Brisbane 2032 emblems represent?

At the heart of the design are two variations of the cockatoo, a bird native to Queensland and Australia and known for its playful, inquisitive character.

The pink cockatoo represents the Olympic Games, while the sulphur-crested cockatoo is used for the Paralympic Games.

Several other elements are woven into the designs. The outline of Queensland appears within the cockatoo’s crest, while the Olympic and Paralympic flames represent unity, hope and inspiration. The arrangement of three and two feathers provides a subtle reference to Australia’s home Games in 2032.

The cockatoos also carry First Nations significance, with strong connections to Country and a cultural role as messengers linking people to place, story and ceremony.

Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee (Brisbane 2032) President, Andrew Liveris said the Emblems had been highly anticipated and was delighted with the outcome.

“Olympic and Paralympic Games Emblems are an opportunity to promote the unique character of a Games, inviting the world to learn more, visit, invest and be part of an event unlike any other.

“In the case of Brisbane 2032’s Emblems, multiple elements have been subtly woven together to encapsulate the uniqueness of our home and environment and the global appeal and symbol of the Games.

“The reveal has been a proud and significant moment in our Games journey, as our Emblems help focus the eyes of the world on Brisbane, Queensland and Australia – and the incredible nature and wildlife, mixed with warm and welcoming character, that will be on full display in just under six years’ time.”

IOC Coordination Commission Chair, Mikaela Cojunangco-Jaworski said,

“With this Emblem, Brisbane and Queensland take their place in a historic line of Olympic identities stretching back over a century, representing Australia on the global stage for the third time, with Melbourne in 1956 and Sydney in 2000.”

“This vibrant expression of these Games is one that will travel the world, telling the story of Brisbane 2032.

“It is also a symbol of excitement and ambition that a generation of young athletes and fans will now grow up with over the next six years.

“Bringing together the nature and character of the country, this region and its people with iconic Olympic imagery, this Emblem could not be better suited to carry these Games forward.”