- Construction of WA's new Women and Babies Hospital has commenced
- Artist's impressions of the new hospital have been revealed
- More than 1,400 local jobs created during construction
- Demonstrates Cook Government's commitment to delivering new hospital capacity and improving access to healthcare for Western Australians
The first look at Western Australia's new Women and Babies Hospital has been unveiled, as site preparations get underway at the Fiona Stanley Hospital precinct.
This marks a significant milestone for the New Women and Babies Hospital Project that is set to expand services and choice for women, newborns and families across Western Australia.
The 12-storey design iscentred on supporting the many dimensions of women's health and wellbeing. It aims to create a space that delivers high-quality clinical care, encourages family connection, and provides spaces for quiet reflection.
The new 274-bed Women and Babies Hospital will include:
- inpatient facilities for gynaecology and maternity patients;
- a neonatology unit for newborns needing specialised care;
- operating theatres;
- a family birth centre; and
- outpatient clinics.
The first phase of construction involves removing existing asphalt and levelling the site to lay the foundations for the new hospital. These early works follow several months of ground testing, providing insights into site conditions to inform main works construction.
Over the next six months, planned construction activities for the new hospital will include:
- identifying services such as electrical and plumbing and diverting where needed;
- conducting earthworks to level the site;
- undertaking piling works to support the new building; and
- installing the first tower crane on site.
In addition to the new hospital, the New Women and Babies Hospital Project includes two new multi-deck car parks delivering 2,500 bays within the Fiona Stanley Hospital precinct, a major expansion of Osborne Park Hospital, and an expansion of neonatal services at Perth Children's Hospital.
Work on the first 1,500 bay multi-deck car park at Fiona Stanley Hospital will get underway shortly, with planning for the second car park in its early stages.
As stated by Premier Roger Cook:
"Today marks an important milestone in our commitment to deliver contemporary healthcare infrastructure for Western Australians.
"The $1.8 billion New Women and Babies Hospital Project will not only replace the century-old King Edward Memorial Hospital, but also expand services and choice for women, newborns, and families across the State.
"It forms part of our government's ambitious $3.7 billion health infrastructure program."
As stated by Transport Minister Rita Saffioti:
"We are focused on delivering this transformative infrastructure project which will support the health and wellbeing of Western Australian women, babies, and families for decades to come.
"As construction ramps up, the New Women and Babies Hospital Project will generate hundreds of local jobs and create opportunities for WA-based suppliers and contractors.
"Work will also soon begin on the first of two new multi-deck car parks at Fiona Stanley Hospital to support the growth of the precinct as this new state-of-the-art facility takes shape."
As stated by Health Infrastructure Minister John Carey:
"Rapid progress is being made on this important infrastructure project with construction commencing just five months after the appointment of a Managing Contractor.
"With site preparation now underway, this marks a major milestone in a project that will serve our community for generations to come.
"The hospital's design follows key State design principles and is shaped by the natural features of the site.
"The building prioritises access to natural light and views of the surrounding landscape, with internal spaces planned to enhance comfort and wellbeing.
"Outdoor areas will provide spaces for care, rest, and connection for patients and visitors."
As stated by Health Minister Meredith Hammat:
"The New Women and Babies Hospital Project will deliver modern, purpose-built facilities to meet the needs of our community.
"This hospital will support complex and efficient clinical operations, but it's also been designed with holistic healthcare in mind. The goal is to create a space that meets medical needs while also supporting the emotional and personal wellbeing of everyone who uses it.
"As well as a new Women and Babies Hospital and major expansion of Osborne Park Hospital, the project also includes two new family birth centres for Western Australia - one north and one south of the river to expand choices for women and their families."
