Central Coast communities in and around Wyong are set to benefit from new key health worker accommodation with Wyong Hospital campus selected as the site for the units, which will help attract and retain more healthcare workers to the region.

The new accommodation is planned to include eight single bed and two double bed self-contained units, located on the Wyong Hospital campus.

Wyong is one of more than 20 key health worker accommodation projects being delivered in rural, regional and remote NSW, as part of the Minns Labor Government's $200.1 million program.

The Minns Labor Government's investment will support the building of new accommodation, refurbishment of existing living quarters, and the purchase of suitable properties such as residential units.

The Key Health Worker Accommodation Program will deliver fit-for-purpose, comfortable and convenient accommodation for healthcare workers across nine local health districts, including the Central Coast.

This investment builds on the $45.3 million in accommodation for key healthcare workers in the Murrumbidgee, Southern NSW, and Far West Local Health Districts, which is now complete with all new accommodation delivered and fully operational.

Construction of the new Wyong accommodation is expected to begin in 2026, following the appointment of a main works contractor.

Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park said:

“Providing affordable, safe and convenient accommodation for essential health workers is critical to attracting and retaining skilled staff, especially in regional and rural areas.

“By investing in high-quality and modern accommodation, close to workplaces, we're helping to remove barriers to working in a regional setting and supporting a stronger workforce.

“It's exciting to see the rollout of the Key Health Worker Accommodation Program in the Central Coast, with Wyong being one of the health services to benefit. “

Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Wyong David Harris said:

“It is great news that the Minns Labor Government is delivering dedicated accommodation at Wyong Hospital to provide our region's health staff with more certainty and flexibility.

“In order to strengthen our regional, rural and remote health workforce, we need to invest in housing.

“Investing in suitable, local housing is not only a practical step for essential workers but it also strengthens continuity of care, trust and the overall health and wellbeing of our communities.”

Central Coast Local Health District Chief Executive Scott Mclachlan said:

“We are pleased that Wyong Hospital is part of the Key Healthcare Worker Accommodation program.  

“Ensuring we have a dedicated and skilled workforce here on the Central Coast is important in supporting our community to live healthy and fulfilling lives.  

“The ability to offer affordable accommodation solutions will help us address a key challenge healthcare workers face when moving into our region.”