Sydney
Final cost: The total construction programme was pegged at A$2.241bn with A$1.7bn of this allocated to the Olympic Park.
Interesting fact: With a 110,000 spectator capacity, Stadium Australia was the largest Olympic stadium ever. Construction was complete in less than three years and the stadium boasted energy efficient systems, enhanced ventilation and natural lighting. Officials said low toxicity building materials were to be used during construction projects and that both rainwater and construction waste would be recycled.
