Providing world-class healthcare and hospitals

The Western Sydney region is home to the Westmead Health and Innovation District, Australia's largest health, education and research precinct. Good health is the backbone of a productive economy and quality of life. This Budget continues to invest in innovative and integrated facilities that will deliver high-quality healthcare for decades to come. This will support access to quality local health facilities and healthcare close to home for Western Sydney residents.

The Government is spending more than $1.8 billion on hospitals, including more than $480.0 million in 2022- 23 for Western Sydney. Key capital investments and initiatives include the following:

  • $185.4 million in 2022-23 (as part of a $619.0 million project) for Stage 2 of The Children's Hospital at Westmead Redevelopment.

  • $126.8 million in 2022-23 (as part of a $740.0 million project) for the Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct.

  • $76.0 million in 2022-23 (as part of a $1.0 billion project) for Stages 1 and 2 of the Nepean Hospital Redevelopment.

  • $45.0 million in 2022-23 (as part of a $632.0 million project) for Stage 2 of the Campbelltown Hospital Redevelopment.

  • $34.2 million in 2022-23 (as part of a $49.6 million project) for the Viral Vector Manufacturing Facility.

  • $11.7 million in 2022-23 (as part of a $300.0 million project) for the Rouse Hill Health Service.

  • $1.8 million in 2022-23 (as part of a $460.0 million project) to deliver a modern and integrated mental health complex at the Westmead Hospital campus.

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