Brisbane Unveils Cockatoo as 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Emblem
Brisbane, Australia has officially revealed a cockatoo as the emblem for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, following an earlier social media leak.
Rochester, NY, October 5, 2026 — The city of Brisbane, Australia, has officially announced the emblem for the upcoming 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The chosen emblem features a cockatoo, a decision that follows an earlier unconfirmed social media leak regarding the mascot.
The unveiling marks a significant milestone in the preparations for the Games, which are scheduled to be held in Brisbane and across Queensland. The cockatoo, a distinctive native bird of Australia, has been selected to represent the spirit and identity of the event.
Details surrounding the specific design elements of the emblem and the rationale behind the choice of the cockatoo were not fully elaborated upon in the announcement. The selection process has been a subject of public interest, particularly after unofficial reports of the emblem began circulating online prior to the official reveal.
While the official announcement confirms the cockatoo emblem, further information regarding the broader branding and visual identity for the 2032 Games is expected to be released as preparations continue. The Olympic Games are slated to commence on July 23, 2032, with the Paralympic Games following shortly thereafter.
The city of Brisbane is undertaking extensive planning and infrastructure development to host the international sporting event. The emblem serves as a key visual component in the ongoing promotional and organizational efforts leading up to the 2032 competition.
Story summarized from the original created by JOHN PYE, Associated Press on www.rochesterfirst.com, see more information here.
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