The selection of the venue for rowing and sprint canoe-kayak events at the Brisbane 2032 Olympics has become a topic of discussion and concern. The Queensland state government has reaffirmed its support for the original plan, which designates Rockhampton as the location for these events. This decision comes despite ongoing evaluations by World Rowing and the International Canoe Federation (ICF), which are responsible for setting standards and ensuring fair competition in their respective sports. Minister Tim Mander emphasized in February that rowing events will be held in Rockhampton, as outlined in the official 2032 delivery plan. He clarified that these events will not be moved to other locations such as Sydney, Moreton Bay, or the Gold Coast. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie supported this position, stating that the government is collaborating with various partners, including the federal government, to create a facility that the local community can be proud of. In October, the independent authority overseeing the infrastructure and coordination of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics approved the plan. Queensland Senator Matt Canavan pointed out that the flow of the Fitzroy River, where the events are expected to take place, is well below the required thresholds for competition. This means the river is calm enough to support the rowing and canoe-kayak events. However, the issue remains unresolved as evaluations continue. Australian rower Drew Ginn, who has won three Olympic gold medals, has expressed doubts about the choice of Rockhampton. He criticized the lack of alignment between the Olympic Movement, Rowing Australia, and the Queensland government on what is most important for athletes. Ginn raised concerns about the fairness of the course conditions, using an analogy of a 100-meter race where runners in different lanes might face unequal conditions. Representatives from World Rowing and the ICF visited Rockhampton in February, and according to Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie, they were impressed with what they saw. World Rowing confirmed it is working closely with Brisbane 2032, the independent authority, the Queensland government, and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to ensure a suitable playing field for athletes. The organization emphasized that fairness and the integrity of the competition are key priorities. New technical evaluations of the Fitzroy River will be conducted to help reach a final decision, though no further details were provided on potential future visits or the timeline for the decision.