The Australian Government has committed $120 million for the establishment of the Northern Heart Centre.
The Northern Heart Centre will provide a new 24-bed cardiac inpatient unit, two cardiac catheterisation labs, and dedicated diagnostic testing and monitoring facilities, improving the capacity and quality of cardiac services for Northern Tasmanians.
It will be located on the Frankland Street side of the LGH, next to the Northern Integrated Care Services building and directly opposite the planned Northern Mental Health Precinct at 52 Frankland Street.
Delivery of the new Centre will consolidate and enhance cardiac care services, creating a dedicated cardiac service in one convenient location to enhance health outcomes for the community.
The Tasmanian Government is committed to working closely with stakeholders and will continue to keep the community informed ahead of construction works commencing later this year, with completion expected in late 2029.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing Bridget Archer:
"We know that Tasmania has the highest rates of cardiovascular disease in the country, and bringing these services closer to those who need it most will save lives.
"As a key part of the Tasmanian Cardiac Strategy, the Northern Heart Centre will be a lifesaving addition to the Launceston General Hospital and significantly enhance the cardiac services available for people across North and North West Tasmania.
"The Centre is being delivered as part of the wider Launceston General Hospital Precinct Masterplan, which is our long-term vision to redevelop the hospital and meet the future health needs of communities in Northern Tasmania."
Quotes attributable to Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care Rebecca White:
"Heart disease remains one of the biggest health challenges facing Tasmanians, the new Northern Heart Centre will make it easier for people in the North and North West to access specialist care, closer to home.
"The Albanese Labor Government's $120 million investment will make a real difference to how Tasmanians access cardiac care, supporting earlier diagnosis and more timely treatment.
"By strengthening cardiac services in Northern Tasmania, this centre will also help ease pressure on the Launceston General Hospital and support better outcomes for patients."
