Plans unveiled for major upgrade at Port Macquarie Base Hospital
The NSW Government is investing $265 million to deliver a major redevelopment of Port Macquarie Base Hospital, strengthening health services and providing contemporary facilities for communities across the Mid North Coast. This represents the largest upgrade at Port Macquarie Base Hospital since it was built in 1994.
The release of the master plan and concept design outlines the proposed layout for expanded and upgraded health facilities, including new and enhanced patient accommodation to support high‑quality care and future population growth.
Key features of the proposed upgrade include:
- A new four‑storey inpatient unit building
- Expansion of the Emergency Department
- New Maternity and Neonatal Units
- Mechanical system upgrades across several existing hospital buildings
Extensive consultation with clinicians has informed the development of the master plan and concept design, ensuring the upgraded facilities reflect future clinical needs and align with modern models of care.
Staff, local residents and health partners are encouraged to review the proposed designs and share their feedback. A series of public information sessions will be held in March, providing an opportunity to meet the project team, ask questions and contribute to the planning process.
Community Information Sessions
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 – 8.00am to 12.00pm
Settlement City, Bay Street, Port Macquarie
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 – 3.00pm to 6.00pm
Port Central Shopping Centre, 40 Horton Street, Port Macquarie
Wednesday, 11 March 2026 – 11.00am to 1.00pm
Kempsey Central Shopping Centre, 2–14 Belgrave Street, Kempsey
Wednesday, 11 March 2026 – 3.30pm to 5.30pm
Outside Ritchie’s IGA, 42 Hastings Street, Wauchope
Bookings are not required. Community members can also provide feedback by emailing
HI-PortMacquarieInfraUpgrade@health.nsw.gov.au.
Survey works inside the hospital and around the grounds have now been completed, which is guiding planning for the upgrade. Further site inspections will take place internally and externally over the next several months as part of the planning works. Information will be shared about this work, including any impacts will be shared as appropriate.