Nelson Hospital in New Zealand is set to undergo a significant redevelopment, marking the initiative as a component of the government’s NZD1bn ($601.43m) investment in hospital infrastructure.
The project will introduce temporary, transportable 28 to 32-bed inpatient units, a first for the country, to maintain patient care during construction.
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Health Minister Simeon Brown said: “These modular units are part of a broader Budget 2025 initiative to ensure hospitals can continue delivering for patients during redevelopment.
“They can be moved where needed, making them a flexible and fast solution to bed shortages. It is expected the unit for Nelson will be delivered within the next 12 months.”
The forthcoming inpatient building at Nelson Hospital, expected to be completed by 2029, is expected to significantly increase the hospital’s capacity by adding 128 beds, which includes an increase of 41 beds from the current numbers.
The new facilities will encompass an acute assessment unit, a pharmacy, a transit lounge, a blood bank, and specialised areas for various health services such as assessment, treatment and rehabilitation.
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By GlobalDataFurther enhancements include the refurbishment and seismic strengthening of two primary buildings within the hospital, the George Manson and Percy Brunette buildings.
Additionally, a new Energy Centre is planned to secure critical hospital infrastructure, accompanied by digital upgrades to back contemporary care models.
Brown added: “The government’s staged approach to delivering major hospital projects is ensuring a well-planned and efficient build programme, with the NZD$73m in design and enabling works well underway, laying strong foundations for the next stage of construction.
“The NZD$11m emergency department expansion, part of the redevelopment to meet growing demand, is expected to be completed in early 2026.”
Health New Zealand is forward-planning for the hospital’s future workforce needs.
The strategic planning is crucial for providing an increased volume of healthcare services to the Nelson community.
