Expectant parents in Canterbury will soon have access to enhanced and expanded antenatal facilities, with the early works now approved for the Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Minns Labor Government\u2019s $350 million investment in the Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment will deliver the largest upgrade to the hospital in more than 26 years, helping to meet the current and future healthcare needs of the growing community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Coalition failed to deliver or properly fund major health facilities around NSW, leaving parts of the state missing entire hospitals and health systems under severe pressure. The Minns Labor Government is fixing this by delivering more hospitals and more beds to meet the health needs of growing communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The early works phase of the Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment will prepare the site for main works construction, and includes the expansion and refurbishment of the existing antenatal department. This will more than double the size of the current antenatal unit and provide families in Canterbury with access to enhanced facilities and care sooner, well ahead of the major works to deliver the broader hospital redevelopment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The expanded antenatal department will feature new patient areas, including additional ultrasound and consultation rooms. The antenatal department expansion is scheduled for completion in 2027, with the service opening to the community the same year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Following a competitive tender process, TCQ Construction has been engaged to deliver the early works package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The scope for the Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment is expected to include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Construction timeframes for the main works will be confirmed as planning progresses and the community will continue to be updated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Minns Labor Government is making record investments to deliver more hospitals, more beds and save the health services the Coalition jeopardised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The 2025-26 NSW Budget included $12.4 billion to deliver 32 new or upgraded hospitals, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For more information on the Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment and to speak with the team, visit https:\/\/www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au\/canterbury-hospital-redevelopment<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Quotes attributable to Minister for Health Ryan Park:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe Minns Labor Government is getting on with the job to deliver the Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment, and we\u2019re pleased that families will be able to access upgraded antenatal facilities ahead of the wider redevelopment being completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe expansion and refurbishment of the hospital\u2019s antenatal department will provide more purpose-built spaces for expectant parents to receive crucial check-ups and support in preparation for birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe Coalition\u2019s failure to deliver on major hospital projects left parts of the state without whole hospitals, health systems under pressure, and jeopardised health services for local communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe Minns Labor Government is making record investments to deliver more hospitals, more beds and more staff, to deliver better outcomes for patients.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n Member for Canterbury Sophie Cotsis:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI\u2019m delighted to see the progress of the Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment and the positive impact the upgraded antenatal facilities will have for our local families and our hardworking health staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe\u2019re grateful to the community and staff who\u2019ve taken time to share valuable feedback during the planning and design of this project to help shape our fabulous new hospital redevelopment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cMore than 1,000 people recently took part in consultation to inform early works planning, highlighting the strong interest in this significant redevelopment that will serve our community now and into the future.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n Member for Summer Hill Jo Haylen:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI\u2019m so proud to see the Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment taking shape, these upgraded antenatal facilities are going to make a real difference for local families and for the incredible staff who care for them every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This project has been shaped by the people who know this hospital best. We\u2019ve listened to our community and our frontline health workers right through the planning and design to make this hospital work for our community. <\/p>\n\n\n\n These upgrades will make sure that our community has access to world-class healthcare close to home for generations to come\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Member for Jason Yat-Sen Li:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2018Families in Canterbury deserve the very best start in life, and that begins with access to world-class healthcare close to home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2018The expansion of Canterbury Hospital\u2019s antenatal facilities is a major step forward for our community, ensuring expectant parents have the support, space and care they need during such a crucial time. These new facilities will mean a very much more comfortable experience for families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2018This investment is about putting people first and making sure that every parent and every newborn gets the care they deserve. I\u2019m proud to see our government delivering on its promise to strengthen local health services and invest in the future of our community.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sydney Local Health District Chief Executive Deb Willcox:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cExpanding and upgrading Canterbury Hospital\u2019s antenatal services in advance of the main works will make a meaningful difference for expectant mothers and their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThis will allow our maternity teams to provide antenatal care that is more comfortable, timely and tailored to each woman\u2019s specific needs. We\u2019re proud to deliver improvements that support a better experience for families as the broader Hospital redevelopment progresses.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Expectant parents in Canterbury will soon have access to enhanced and expanded antenatal facilities, with the early works now approved for the Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment. 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