Work to prepare the site for the new $2 billion Bankstown Hospital will begin after Hindmarsh Construction Australia was appointed to deliver the initial stage of the project.
The hospital, planned for the heart of Bankstown’s CBD, is described as the largest single capital works investment in a public hospital in the state’s history. Hindmarsh was selected through a competitive tender process to carry out demolition and site remediation. That first stage is expected to be completed in 2027.
The new facility will be built as a multi-storey hospital housing acute health services, including an emergency department, operating theatres and inpatient wards. Planning for the final scope is continuing. Current projections include an intensive care unit, surgical and medical services, women and children’s health including maternity, mental health inpatient services, ambulatory care, cancer services and aged care health services. A multi-storey car park and additional on-ground parking are also expected.
Health Minister Ryan Park said the contractor’s appointment marked progress on the project. “The appointment of the early works contractor means we are another step closer to delivering the new Bankstown Hospital.
“The Minns Labor Government is getting on with the job of delivering the health infrastructure Western Sydney needs.
“This record $2 billion investment will transform the delivery of health care in Sydney’s south-west now and into the future.”
Member for Bankstown Jihad Dib said the project would affect the broader precinct. “When complete, the new Bankstown Hospital will be a transformative project for the Bankstown CBD. With the university and TAFE campus nearby, I’m excited by the study and job opportunities it creates.
“We look forward to seeing work ramp up towards construction of our new world-class health facility.”
Member for East Hills Kylie Wilkinson said progress on the site was welcome. “It’s exciting to see work progressing quickly on the new Bankstown Hospital.
“This is welcome news for my community and an important step towards delivering a modern, world-class health facility that will meet the needs of local families for generations to come.”
The 2025–26 NSW Budget allocated an additional $1.3 billion to support health facilities and services across western Sydney. The government has also committed $100 million to relocate the former TAFE NSW Bankstown campus to enable construction.
TAFE NSW has moved most of its training delivery to a new Bankstown City location at the Western Sydney University campus in the CBD.
Paul Crowe, Acting General Manager of Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, acknowledged the long campaign for redevelopment. “There have been many dedicated and passionate people advocating for a new Bankstown Hospital who have helped us get to this point.
“I am especially grateful to the community, our staff and the planning experts for their feedback over the last 12 months to help us to make that vision a reality.”
Dr Matt Smith, Co-Director of Emergency Medicine at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, said clinicians had been involved in shaping the plans. “As a clinician, it is a rare opportunity to have a say on the building of a new hospital from the ground up.
“I know my colleagues and I are invested in this process and excited to be part of what will be seen as pioneering public healthcare in this state.”
Sanna Sartawy, a Consumer and Community Participation Member at the hospital, said local input had played a role in the design. “We are delighted that the new site is being prepared for construction.
“I am so happy the community has been able to contribute feedback on what the hospital will provide and look like, helping to shape what will be an amazing new hospital for our community.”
Community information sessions are scheduled throughout 2026. Further details and registration information are available at www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/new-bankstown-hospital.
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