Can we build the world’s most sustainable Games by rethinking waste, design, and supply chains from the ground up?”

In this third mini-series episode, Andrew McCormack, as partner in Ashurst’s Project and Energy Transition Team and lead of the Brisbane 2032 working group,  reconnects with Jodie Briscout, Aurecon’s circular economy lead, to unpack the bold ideas driving the Brisbane 2032 legacy. They explore how the shift away from the “take, make, waste” model is reshaping the way we plan, procure, and deliver major infrastructure projects.

Jodie outlines the three pillars of a circular economy “designing out waste, retaining value, and regenerating nature,” and makes the case for urgent, systems-based change. She also shares how digital tools like material passports and twins could soon be standard in Olympic Games infrastructure, and why strong partnerships between government and industry are key to lasting impact.

This podcast contains general information and does not constitute legal advice. Ashurst is not a sponsor, licensee, or promotional partner of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Olympic movement, nor any Olympic body, event, team, or athlete. Nothing in this podcast is intended to suggest any such sponsorship, licence, or promotional affiliation.

Can we build the world&rsquo;s most sustainable Games by rethinking waste, design, and supply chains from the ground up?&rdquo;
In this third mini-series episode, Andrew McCormack, as partner in Ashurst&rsquo;s Project and Energy Transition Team and lead of the Brisbane 2032 working group,&nbsp; reconnects with Jodie Briscout, Aurecon&rsquo;s circular economy lead, to unpack the bold ideas driving the Brisbane 2032 legacy. They explore how the shift away from the &ldquo;take, make, waste&rdquo; model is reshaping the way we plan, procure, and deliver major infrastructure projects. Jodie outlines the three pillars of a circular economy &ldquo;designing out waste, retaining value, and regenerating nature,&rdquo; and makes the case for urgent, systems-based change. She also shares how digital tools like material passports and twins could soon be standard in Olympic Games infrastructure, and why strong partnerships between government and industry are key to lasting impact. This podcast contains general information and does not constitute legal advice. Ashurst is not a sponsor, licensee, or promotional partner of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Olympic movement, nor any Olympic body, event, team, or athlete. Nothing in this podcast is intended to suggest any such sponsorship, licence, or promotional affiliation.

2025 is shaping up to be a momentous year for business leaders and those who advise them. Across every sector, powerful forces of change will challenge organisations  and create opportunities like never before.
This is a time of economic and political change…
…a time of digital transformation and energy transition…
and a time of rapidly shifting expectations  from consumers, shareholders and employees.

So, amidst all this change, what are the strategic priorities on the global business agenda? How are the best leaders uncovering opportunities for growth and creating value?  

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Join us, as we tap into Ashurst’s deep industry knowledge and wide network to speak with thought leaders and experts from across the globe. We’ll be covering the key trends and opportunities emerging from advances in data and technology, the energy transition and the changing dynamics impacting banking and finance, real estate & infrastructure and much more.

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2025 is shaping up to be a momentous year for business leaders and those who advise them. Across every sector, powerful forces of change will challenge organisations &nbsp;and create opportunities like never before.
<ul>
<li>This is a time of economic and political change&hellip;</li>
<li>&hellip;a time of digital transformation and energy transition&hellip;</li>
<li>and a time of rapidly shifting expectations &nbsp;from consumers, shareholders and employees.</li>
</ul>
So, amidst all this change, what are the strategic priorities on the global business agenda? How are the best leaders uncovering opportunities for growth and creating value? &nbsp;
To find out, listen to our podcast: Ashurst Business Agenda.
Join us, as we tap into Ashurst&rsquo;s deep industry knowledge and wide network to speak with thought leaders and experts from across the globe. We&rsquo;ll be covering the key trends and opportunities emerging from advances in data and technology, the energy transition and the changing dynamics impacting banking and finance, real estate &amp; infrastructure and much more.
To ensure you don&rsquo;t miss a single episode, subscribe to Business Agenda now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Ashurst Business Agenda Podcast

Ashurst Business Agenda

From material passports to systems thinking, discover how circular economy principles are shaping a more resilient, climate-positive future for Brisbane 2032.

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