Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has welcomed funding for a detailed business case for the Murgon Hospital, ensuring an in‑depth assessment and final recommendation to support the next stage of decision‑making.  This work will be undertaken over the course of this year.

The Building Rural and Remote Health Program – part of Queensland’s broader Hospital Rescue Plan – focuses on major infrastructure investment to expand hospital beds, upgrade facilities, and strengthen the health workforce across the state. The program aims to resolve past delays and cost blowouts, ensuring better access to care through new and upgraded facilities.

This funding forms part of more than $350 million in new investment delivered in the 2025–26 Budget to address unfunded commitments left by the former Government and to fix a program that was announced without proper planning.

“After a decade of mismanagement of Queensland’s health system by the former Labor Government, the Crisafulli Government is working tirelessly to address the systemic issues that have left Queenslanders waiting,” Deb said.

“The Crisafulli Government is getting on with the job of fixing the mess we’ve inherited, and this detailed business case is an important step for the future of Murgon Hospital.”

“We want to make sure that when we build things, we build them right. Every dollar needs to count, and we need fit‑for‑purpose health facilities across the Nanango electorate.”

The new Queensland Government is committed to ensuring every Queenslander can access health services when they need them. The Hospital Rescue Plan is an investment in the future of the state’s health system and a commitment to ensuring regional communities receive the services they deserve.