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The first stage will be delivered by 2031, including more than 200 beds and bed alternatives, an expanded emergency department and improved maternity services

Overview

With a growing and ageing population, the new Bundaberg Hospital is an essential project to make sure Queenslanders living in our regions have easier access to specialised health services. Increasing bed capacity and improving access to healthcare in Bundaberg will ensure community needs continue to be met, now and in the future.

The Hospital Rescue Plan will deliver:

More than 410 total beds and bed alternatives
At least 139 new overnight beds
Level 5 services including emergency and maternity
A new design that transfers all services and beds to the new site
Better planning and consultation to meet clinical needs
Mitigation of flooding risk by moving to new site
A multi-storey car park.

Key:

Delivered

Being delivered

The failed Capacity Expansion Program (CEP)

More than $1 billion cost blowout
Delayed at least 18 months
Plan to operate across two separate hospital sites was not supported by clinicians and would have cost up to an extra $200 million per year
Did not adequately consider maintenance costs to keep the old site safe and operational
Failed to consider flooding risks at old site
No plan for roads, potable water, sewer, stormwater, electrical supply and telecommunications.

Project images

New Bundaberg Hospital Render
Artist impression of the New Bundaberg Hospital

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Last updated: April 2026

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