❓ Ms Mettam questions the Health Minister regarding the number of treatment areas in Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital's Emergency Department before and after redevelopment, and any increases in the past five years. The answer confirms an increase from 49 to 56 beds upon completion.
AnsweredQoN 2110Legislative Assembly
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With regards the Emergency Department redevelopment at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH):(a) How many treatment beds, bays or areas are there currently in SCGH ED;(b) How many treatment beds, bays or areas will there be in SCGH ED once the redevelopment has been completed; and(c) Has there been any increase in ED beds, bays or treatment areas at SCGH in the past five years, if yes, how many?
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Answered
14 May 2026
Responded by
Minister for Health
Response time
6 days
(a-c)
The Cook Labor Government is delivering a record $5.5 billion health infrastructure program, which includes a major redevelopment of the Emergency Department at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital.
Prior to the commencement of these works there were 49 treatment beds, bays or areas within the Emergency Department.
Upon completion of the redevelopment, there will be 56 treatment beds, bays or areas.
Total treatment beds, bays or areas may vary on occasion. This is for a range of reasons, including spikes in demand, infection control or maintenance.
The Cook Labor Government is delivering a record $5.5 billion health infrastructure program, which includes a major redevelopment of the Emergency Department at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital.
Prior to the commencement of these works there were 49 treatment beds, bays or areas within the Emergency Department.
Upon completion of the redevelopment, there will be 56 treatment beds, bays or areas.
Total treatment beds, bays or areas may vary on occasion. This is for a range of reasons, including spikes in demand, infection control or maintenance.
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