Plans are progressing to increase bed capacity at Blacktown and Mt Druitt Hospitals in response to the health needs of the growing local community.
The Mount Druitt Hospital masterplan was released by the Health Minister Ryan Park and local MP Edmond Atalla.
“We will begin construction on the Mount Druitt expansion very shortly with construction complete, we hope, by 2027,” Ryan said.
The community voiced their support for bringing additional beds to Mount Druitt allowing more services to be provided and reducing the need for medical and surgical transfers to other facilities.
“This is an important investment for Mount Druitt – an additional 30 beds, part of a $120 million investment,” Ryan said.
The announcement follows consultation which promoted community and staff input.
Feedback clearly communicated that Mount Druitt Hospital has a special place in the heart of the local community it has been serving for over four decades.
Stories were shared by the community about the rich history of the hospital planning and early operation, with some community members providing input for the original hospital plans in the late 1970s.
Reflections on the hospital’s identity and history also featured in feedback, including the ‘spaceship’ façade, with support to maintain the hospital’s welcoming and open feel.
The hospital’s acting general manager, Kelly Watson said increasing access to services is great for the local community.
“Hearing from community members and staff is important in designing and planning the new extension,” she said.
“This is an exciting opportunity for Mount Druitt Hospital, and we look forward to the additional medical and surgical capacity as well as the expansion to non-clinical support services.”
The community can expect to remain updated on the next steps as plans progress here: Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals – Additional beds – Health Infrastructure NSW