Commonwealth Bank becomes Founding Partner of Brisbane 2032 Games

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia has been unveiled as a Founding Partner as well as the Official Bank of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games (Brisbane 2032).

CommBank becomes the first domestic partner of the Games and will aim to support Australians to realise their potential in sport as well as outside it. The bank will support athletes, encourage youth participation, invest in community initiatives, and provide educational resources and support for local businesses through the Brisbane 2032 supplier portal. 

CommBank will hold a host of titles for the Brisbane 2032 Games, including Founding Partner, Premium Partner, and Banking Partner of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Australian Olympic Committee, and Paralympics Australia. It will also be the Premium and Banking Partner of the Australian Olympic and Paralympic Teams.

Andrew Liveris, President of the Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee, commented:

“I’m delighted to welcome Australia’s largest bank and one of the most recognised brands in our country as our inaugural partner for the Games. CommBank’s commitment to partner with us long-term shows their clear intent to support our athletes, businesses and nation realise collective full potential on the world stage in six years’ time. Over the coming years, CommBank and Brisbane 2032 will create opportunity, drive growth and showcase the very best of who we are and what we can achieve together, setting Brisbane, Queensland and Australia up for generations of success beyond 2032.”

Matt Comyn, CEO of CommBank, added:

“This is an important moment for Australia. Events like our home Olympic and Paralympic Games create real momentum for communities and meaningful opportunities for local businesses and the broader economy. As Australia’s largest bank, we’re proud to play our part to help realise that potential. Becoming Founding Partner reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting all Australians and helping ensure the benefits of the Games are felt in the lead up to 2032 and beyond.”

Olympic legend Ian Thorpe AM said:

“Competing at a home Games is incredibly special. In Sydney, you could feel the support of the whole country, it lifts you, but there’s also a real pressure that comes with it. And when you perform, there’s a huge sense of relief and pride. Those moments are built over years. The preparation, the support around you and having long-term backing in place all come together when it matters most.”

Olympian Jess Fox OAM said:

“A home Games is incredibly special. It creates an energy you don’t experience anywhere else and inspires athletes to push through doubts and further than they thought possible. Having the right support behind you makes a real difference. Seeing CommBank come on board shows the importance of backing athletes and creating opportunities that helps build something lasting not just for those competing, but for the next generations coming through.”

Paralympian Rae Anderson added:

“Our Games in 2032 is a chance to show what’s possible when sport reflects the full diversity of our community. For Paralympians, representation matters because it shifts perceptions and helps more people see themselves in sport. Having CommBank as a Founding Partner sends a strong signal about inclusion and opportunity, with more support for athletes and inspiration for the next generation to believe, become and belong on the world stage.”