Brisbane Central

Three new hospitals at Toowoomba, Coomera and Bundaberg, plus expansions at ten existing hospitals, delivering more than 2,600 new beds across Queensland. The $18.526 billion Hospital Rescue Plan responds to growing demand from Queensland's increasing and ageing population. It also includes 186 public beds at Mater Hospital Springfield with an emergency department and intensive care unit.

Capital, total program cost. Year profile not separately disclosed in BP4 (amounts held centrally).

Free or cheaper hospital car parking so patients and visitors are not financially penalised when accessing care. The Hospital Car Parking Program receives $1.338 billion over four years to provide safe and affordable parking for patients, carers, visitors and hospital staff at new and existing hospitals across the state.

Capital, total over 4 years from 2025-26

Addresses maintenance backlogs in hospitals so facilities remain safe and functional. The $2.647 billion over five years (plus $200 million per year ongoing) funds maintenance, replacement and refurbishment of Queensland Health's existing assets. This responds to findings in the Queensland Audit Office Health 2024 report and the Sangster Review.

Capital, over 5 years from 2024-25 plus $200M per annum ongoing

Intensive programs in regional areas to intervene early with young people at risk of offending. The $50 million Regional Reset program over four years targets communities where youth crime is concentrated, providing structured activities and mentoring.

General Government operating, $12.5M per annum over 4 years from 2024-25

New sporting venues for the 2032 Olympics including a new 63,000-seat stadium at Victoria Park, a National Aquatic Centre in Spring Hill, and upgraded facilities across Queensland. The $7.1 billion venues program over seven years is jointly funded with a $3.4 billion Commonwealth contribution. Initial construction of $831.9 million covers Sunshine Coast Stadium, Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre, Barlow Park Stadium and Logan Indoor Sports Centre.

Capital and operating, total Games Venue Program over 7 years to 2031-32. Includes $3.4B Australian Government contribution.