The Albury Wodonga Hospital Redevelopment is a transformative $558 million healthcare infrastructure project focused on modernizing the Albury campus in New South Wales, Australia. Following the completion of the Emergency Department expansion in April 2024 and the opening of the Short Stay Unit in July 2025, the project has now moved into major construction phases. As of early 2026, active construction is underway on the Northeast Building (an enabling works facility for allied health and outpatients), with concrete foundations currently being poured. Simultaneously, detailed designs for the main 7-storey Clinical Services Building were released in January 2026, with the main works contract expected to be awarded shortly and construction scheduled to commence in the first half of 2026.

The full facility is forecast for completion in late 2028. This commitment to bolstering healthcare infrastructure across New South Wales is further evidenced by the commencement of works on another major project, as construction officially begins on the $910 million Rouse Hill Hospital. Located in North West Sydney, this new campus, delivered by Lendlease, will feature a full Emergency Department, urgent care centre, and comprehensive maternity services to serve the region’s rapidly growing population, with completion targeted for 2029.

Albury Wodonga Regional Hospital Redevelopment: Factsheet

Project Name: Albury Wodonga Regional Hospital (AWRH) Redevelopment

Location: Albury Campus, 201 Borella Road, East Albury, NSW

Total Investment: $558 Million (AUD)

Funding Split: Jointly funded by the NSW Government, Victorian Government, and Commonwealth Government.

Client/Delivery Agencies:

Health Infrastructure NSW (Lead Delivery Agency)

Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA)

Albury Wodonga Health (Operator)

Construction & Design Team:

Architect: Hassell

Early Works Contractor: Hansen Yuncken (Awarded June 2025)

Main Works Contractor: [Tendering Phase – Contract Award expected Q1 2026]

Traffic/Planning: SCT Consulting

Project Scope (New Clinical Services Building):

Structure: New 7-storey Clinical Services Building (CSB).

Capacity: 110 additional overnight beds (Medical, Surgical, and Mental Health).

Intensive Care: New and expanded Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

Maternity: Consolidated Maternity and Birthing services (relocated from Wodonga), including Special Care Nursery.

Paediatrics: New dedicated Paediatric unit.

Operating Theatres: New surgical suite including hybrid theatre.

Mental Health: New 32-bed Mental Health Inpatient Unit (replacing Nolan House).

Parking: Car parking strategy targeting ~1,000 total spaces (street-level expansion).

Construction Timeline:

Early Works Start: Mid-2025 (Northeast Building & enabling works).

Design Unveiling: January 2026 (Detailed designs released).

Main Works Construction Start: Scheduled for H1 2026.

Target Completion: ~2028.

Strategic Driver: Consolidating acute services to a single site (Albury) to improve safety and reduce cross-border patient transfers.

Published 17th October 2023: In a groundbreaking revelation, the $558 million Albury Wodonga Hospital blueprint has been unveiled. This plan details immediate development and long-term expansion, drawing from community insights between April and July this year.

It’s worth noting that the master plan does not provide specific figures for hospital bed numbers. However, this represents just one phase of a more comprehensive process. Further planning and design stages are on the horizon for 2024, encompassing concept design, schematic design, and the crucial planning approvals.

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Albury Wodonga Hospital’s $558M Transformation Blueprint

The project’s vision is to introduce a mix of brand-new facilities and refurbished spaces at the Albury Wodonga Hospital. These additions will include an increased capacity of medical and surgical beds, state-of-the-art operating theatres, a dedicated children’s ward, and an expanded Intensive Care Unit. Moreover, outpatient and specialist treatment spaces will also be enhanced.

NSW Minister for Regional Health, Ryan Park, and Victorian Minister for Health Infrastructure, Mary-Anne Thomas, endorsed the project’s progress. Minister Park stressed the master plan’s importance in providing advanced healthcare for Albury Wodonga and neighboring communities. He noted that this plan addresses both redevelopment and future expansion, creating opportunities for infrastructure development and partnerships.

Minister Mary-Anne Thomas highlighted the government’s dedication to improving patient experiences in the immediate future. The new $36 million Albury Wodonga Hospital Emergency Department will complete its first stage early next year, with a new short-stay unit to follow in the middle of the next year.

Albury Wodonga Health chairperson Jonathan Green warmly welcomed the master plan, recognizing its support for sustainable healthcare facilities. This plan aligns with Albury Wodonga Health’s clinical services plan, consolidating acute healthcare services and maximizing the benefits of the investment. Furthermore, the Victorian Department of Health has started service planning for the Wodonga Hospital campus, targeting completion by early 2024.

In conclusion, revealing the master plan for Albury Wodonga Hospital marks a significant stride in transforming healthcare in the region. While it has garnered praise from government officials, it has also sparked debate and calls for more comprehensive details from community groups. As planning and design continue to progress, this visionary project promises to be a game-changer for healthcare in the region.