Construction is officially underway on upgrades to Wollongong Hospital, which will deliver enhanced health services and infrastructure for the Illawarra.
The upgrades are part of the Minns Labor Government $21.9 million investment at Wollongong Hospital, which will deliver an additional MRI unit and CT scanner, as well as a relocated and enhanced Medical Ambulatory Care (MAC) unit.
This enhancement will enable expansion of the hospital's Transit Lounge to help meet increased demand for outpatient services, and to better support the flow of patients through the hospital.
Following extensive planning, the new medical imaging suite will be located within the hospital's atrium. This area will provide the necessary space to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the additional CT and MRI machines.
Taylor Construction Group has been appointed to deliver the project, with the project scheduled to be complete in early 2026.
The Minns Labor Government is investing in new and upgraded hospitals across the Illawarra Shoalhaven, with construction also underway on the $438 million Shoalhaven Hospital Redevelopment and the more than $780 million new Shellharbour Hospital and Integrated Services Project. Planning is also underway for a $7.5 million upgrade of Milton Ulladulla Hospital.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Health Ryan Park:
"I'm thrilled construction is now underway, as these upgrades will make a real difference for patients and staff at Wollongong Hospital.
"These investments will improve access to critical health services and ensure the hospital can meet the growing demands of the Illawarra community.
"Wollongong Hospital's MRI service is among the busiest in the state, and this investment will address that demand and future proof the service."
Quotes attributable to Member for Wollongong, Paul Scully:
"Additional medical imaging services and expanded outpatient facilities will enable the provision of continued high quality medical technology and infrastructure to support patients and the hardworking staff at Wollongong Hospital.
"The works will locate CT and MRI scanners closer to the Emergency Department, to provide faster and more efficient diagnostics and care for patients."
Quotes attributable to Member for Heathcote, Maryanne Stuart:
"I am excited by the news of this construction, as I know it will make a positive and tangible impact for the residents of the Heathcote Electorate who need efficient and quality healthcare.
"News of investment in the hospitals across the Illawarra region provides residents in the southern half of my electorate with the opportunity to better access high quality medical technology into the future."
