South-east Queensland could move from hosting one international sporting event to preparing for the world’s biggest, with the prospect of hosting the 2032 Olympic Games still being explored.

A feasibility study has been commissioned by the South East Queensland Council of Mayors, with the outcome due back at the end of the year.

The Olympic rings in South Korea for the Winter Olympics.

The feasibility study will investigate what is required to host the games and once the study is complete it is understood south-east Queensland mayors will discuss the findings with the state and federal government to determine the next step.

Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington said it was important to ensure the investment required to host such an event would reap sufficient benefits for Queensland.