Australia

Australia’s medical devices market to grow 5% annually through 2034

Thanks to a $65.5m investment by the government.
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Rockhampton Hospital’s expanded ED boosts acute treatment care

An emergency fast-track area features 12 new treatment spaces.
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Australia allocates $65.5m for biomedical and medtech advancements

The funding supports three companies that will target projects within their expertise.
4 days ago

$982k grants back women’s health research in Victoria, Australia

Fifteen researchers will receive up to $98,000 (A$150,000) in funding.
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Australian gov’t invests $1.1m for Victorian mRNA research projects

Six teams were chosen as part of the mRNA Victoria Research Acceleration Fund.
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Frankston Hospital to be named Peninsula University Hospital in 2026

The change coincides with the opening of a new clinical services tower.
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Broken Hill Hospital ED redevelopment reaches ‘Stage 2’ completion

The phase includes the reconfiguration of five treatment bays.

What’s next for Australia’s $724.1m Frankston Hospital redevelopment?

The clinical services tower’s structure and exterior facade have been completed.

Ramsay Surgical Centre Charlestown opens in NSW, Australia

The facility houses three operating theatres and 12 inpatient beds.

New virtual menopause health hub launches in NSW, Australia

It offers medical, nursing and allied health services in south-western Sydney.

Western Australia increases PATS fuel subsidy by 54%

Thanks to a $12.07m (A$18.5m) investment in the 2025-26 State Budget.

Australian gov’t unveils five-year FHRI Fund Strategy for WA

The “Spotlight Program” will be its flagship initiative.

New safe assessment unit to open at Shellharbour Hospital

It offers a low-stimulus environment for patients struggling in a busy ED setting.

Australia invests $1.2b to cut Queensland’s elective surgery waiting times

The funding includes $834m (A$1.27b) for the Surgery Connect programme.