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NSW hospital upgrades unveiled

MedTech News: Upgrades and expansions to several hospitals reveal significant investments from NSW Government.
The expansion of John Hunter and John Hunter Children’s Hospitals will begin next month, with the early works contractor appointed for the new state-of-the-art facility.
Health Minister Brad Hazzard and Minister for Regional Health Bronnie Taylor announced Multiplex Constructions is the enabling works contractor for the $835 million investment in the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct project.
“This is a significant milestone for what will be a huge expansion of health services that will transform health care for the Hunter region,” Mr Hazzard said.
“The Precinct will also support research and innovation, driving collaborations between the health, education and research sectors, to improve patient outcomes. The new, seven-storey Acute Services Building will see a 60% increase in Intensive Care Unit capacity and almost 50 per cent more theatres and the new Emergency Department will see treatment spaces for patients increase by almost 40%.”
Minister for Regional Health Bronnie Taylor said John Hunter Hospital is already one of the busiest hospitals in the State and the region’s population is set to increase by 22% over the next 15 years.
“This expansion and enhancement of health services will ensure Newcastle, greater Hunter and northern NSW communities have access to cutting-edge health care now and into the future,” Mrs Taylor said.
“The project will deliver a new birthing suite and inpatient maternity unit, as well as a new neonatal intensive care unit and special care nursery.”
Enabling works will begin in April with main works expected to begin later in the year. The project is scheduled for completion in 2026.
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In addition to this, upgrades to Blacktown Hospital, Shoalhaven Hospital and St George Hospital are set to benefit NSW patients and families.
Western Sydney families can now access emergency and specialised children’s health services closer to home at Blacktown Hospital’s new paediatric ward opened as part of a $700 million expansion of Blacktown and Mt Druitt hospitals.
Health Minister Brad Hazzard said the new paediatric ward is equipped to manage an extensive range of paediatric conditions for babies through to 16-year-olds, from gastroenteritis, asthma, bronchiolitis, cellulitis and croup to surgical fractures and general paediatric surgery.
“This project has been more than 10 years in the making and the NSW Government has transformed this ambition into reality through our $700 million-plus expansion of Blacktown and Mount Druitt hospitals,” Mr Hazzard said.
“The new paediatric ward has been designed with input from staff and patients’ families, creating a warm and welcoming environment with indoor and outdoor play areas and plenty of toys and activities to help children through their treatment and recovery.”
In addition to the new paediatric ward, the completed $700 million Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals Expansion Project also includes a new emergency department, women’s and newborn health services, intensive care unit, operating theatres, and psychiatric emergency care service.
Minister for Regional Health Bronnie Taylor said the redevelopment of Shoalhaven Hospital is about future proofing healthcare in the region.
“I’m very excited to share the new artist impressions of the Shoalhaven Hospital redevelopment with the community and encourage everyone to provide feedback as we move forward with its delivery. This major investment from the NSW Government marks a new era in healthcare for the South Coast,” Mrs Taylor said.
“A new acute services building connecting to the existing hospital, rooftop helipad, and refurbishment of existing hospital buildings are just some of the highlights of this major redevelopment.”
The $438 million Shoalhaven Hospital redevelopment will provide new facilities including cardiology, mental health and aged care wards, more operating theatres and a new emergency department, and there will also be greater access to more specialised staff, equipment and technology.
Communities in Sydney’s south can now preview the new Ambulatory Care Building at St George Hospital, with artist impressions showcasing the new $385 million health precinct.
Health Minister Brad Hazzard said the NSW Government is investing in a major redevelopment at St George Hospital to provide more state-of-the-art health services and facilities closer to home for Sydney’s southern communities.
“The new Ambulatory Care Building brings essential health services including physical rehabilitation, medical imaging tests, blood transfusions and biopsies under the one roof, making it easier for outpatients to access the healthcare they need,” Mr Hazzard said.
Preparations for the new building began in January 2022, with priority and infrastructure works being carried out by ADCO Construction. Work is also underway to deliver a refurbished Clinical Skills Centre, a new Acute Care Imaging Unit and capability to accommodate two MRI machines.
Member for Oatley Mark Coure welcomed the opportunity for the St George community to see the future of their local hospital and the world-class facilities the NSW Government is delivering for staff and patients.
Mr Coure said “I am pleased that as part of the redevelopment, we are also working to install a second state-of-the-art MRI machine, doubling the current capacity at St George Hospital and enabling easier and more efficient access to MRI services for our local and surrounding communities.”
The $385 million Integrated Ambulatory Care Precinct brings the NSW Liberal Government’s total investment at St George Hospital to more than $700 million, with previous projects including the $277 million Acute Services Building, new $43.7 million emergency department, and $11.5 million birthing suite and theatre refurbishment.
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