The Rockliff Liberal Government remains committed to supporting a private hospital co-located with the Launceston General as it continues do what matters for Tasmania.
The Government is now planning a pathway forward after Calvary Health Care decided to withdraw from the ambitious project.
Health Minister Guy Barnett thanked Calvary for its ongoing efforts to deliver this significant investment.
“I understand Calvary Health Care’s decision not to proceed was based on cost escalations.
“I want to make it abundantly clear our government remains committed to partnering with providers to see this project through.
“That’s why we are progressing with the demolition of a number of buildings at the LGH, some of which date back to the 1960s and ’80s, to make way for a co-located private hospital.
“We are continuing to rollout our LGH Masterplan, which sets out the future vision and direction for the LGH precinct and is supported by our commitment of $580 million over the next 10 years.”
Calvary Health Care National CEO Martin Bowles expressed his disappointment in not being able to proceed with the proposed development.
“Our team has invested an enormous amount of time and energy to try and deliver the co-located private hospital, however, the associated challenging budget escalations are insurmountable for Calvary at this time,” Mr Bowles said.
“Calvary did not make this decision lightly and acknowledges the outcome is disappointing for our staff, Visiting Medical Officers, suppliers and the broader community.
“Aligned with our mission, Calvary is committed to a commercially viable solution which meets our strategic goals, as well as contributes to serving the needs of the northern Tasmanian community.”
