Work to deliver $14.5 million upgrades at the North West Regional Hospital Emergency Department (ED) and ambulance drop off area has reached an important milestone, with a Development Application (DA) submitted to Burnie City Council this week.
The North West Regional Hospital New Ambulance Drop Off and Emergency Department Redevelopment will provide modern, improved facilities for patients, staff, and visitors.
Minister for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Bridget Archer, said the important upgrades will improve safety and security, and are being delivered as part of Stage 1 of the North West Hospitals Masterplan.
"The reconfigured ED will include expanded triage and assessment areas, improved staff amenities, and facilities for people living with disabilities or mental health challenges, and those who have experienced sexual assault," Minister Archer said.
"These upgrades will also boost security and safety in the ED, including improving lines of sight and positioning of security staff, widening narrow passageways, and enhancing wayfinding.
"We are delivering for Tasmania by investing in upgrades that will enable faster response times, enhance patient and staff services, and increase access, privacy, security, and safety for all ED users.
"The proposed works will also improve pedestrian safety and access around the Emergency Department."
The designs have been developed in close consultation with clinicians and staff from the North West Regional Hospital and Ambulance Tasmania, as well as key stakeholders including consumer advocates and Tasmania Police.
Subject to achieving the necessary approvals and the appointment of a construction contractor, works are expected to begin in mid-2026.
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