NSW Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park today visited the site of the $723.3 million Tweed Valley Hospital development, one of the largest infrastructure projects in Northern NSW.
Mr Park said the new regional hospital is set to open its doors to patients in early 2024, delivering increased clinical care to the Tweed Valley community.
“The new Tweed Valley Hospital represents a significant expansion of health services for the Tweed Valley community,” Mr Park said.
“Both existing services as well as new services for the region will see around 5,000 patients being treated closer to home each year.
“In addition to being able to deliver the existing hospital services more efficiently in a state-of-the-art facility, the Tweed Valley Hospital will also feature new radiation oncology and interventional cardiology services.
“This is a huge benefit not only to the patients, but also to their families and carers who can remain nearby and continue to provide support during challenging times.”
Federal Member for Richmond Justine Elliot said the new hospital is a welcome addition to healthcare in the region.
“It is really pleasing our community in Tweed will benefit from this new hospital and have access to a broad range of treatment options close to home,” Ms Elliot said.
Northern NSW Local Health District Acting Chief Executive, Lynne Weir, said that valuable feedback from staff has helped to shape the new facility, to create an inviting workplace which includes on-call staff accommodation and a purpose-built learning centre.
“These new, contemporary health facilities will ensure the new hospital is a great place to work for our existing staff and will also be a great drawcard for attracting new staff to the region,” Ms Weir said.
Mr Park also inspected the new multi-level car park which is nearing completion and will provide over 1,000 free car parking spaces at the hospital campus.
Roof top solar panels have also been installed, which at full capacity will provide up to a quarter of the hospital’s electricity requirements.
For more information visit Tweed Valley Hospital Development.