Logan’s Olympic alumni is expansive, with sporting stars ranging from ice skaters and BMX riders to swimmers and decathletes.
With the 2032 Brisbane Olympics only nine years away, and with Logan getting its own multi-use indoor stadium, Logan’s competitors will embrace the home advantage.
To celebrate the city’s success, Logan City Council is compiling a list of local residents that have been a part of an Olympic Games – whether they be competitors, coaches, doctors, physiotherapists or support staff.
Logan already has Australia’s first Winter Olympics gold medallist, short course ice skater Steven Bradbury, who won in 2002, and para-shooting star Natalie Smith, the country’s first Paralympic medallist at the London 2012 Games.
Logan also has swimmer Mollie O’Callaghan, who left the 2020 Olympics with two gold medals and a bronze, as well as decathlete Ash Moloney, steeplechase runner Genevieve Gregson, BMX freestyle gold medallist Logan Martin, and world-record holder and multiple sprint freestyle medallist Jodie Henry.
Council is hoping to include Logan’s Olympians and Paralympians in its plan to make the city a “destination of choice” ahead of the Olympics, according to a statement.
Council released its vision to boost Logan’s economic, cultural and social development through tourism, infrastructure, business and entertainment experiences.
Mayor Darren Power said Logan would play a significant role in delivering the 2032 Olympics.
“By 2032, there will be more than half a million people living in our city,” Cr 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.”
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, register at haveyoursaylogan.com.au/olympic-and-paralympics-family.
