Healthscope hands over Northern Beaches Hospital (NBH) to NSW Health

28 April 2026

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MEDIA RELEASE
 

Today marks the last day of Healthscope operating Northern Beaches Hospital, with the facility transferring to public ownership under NSW Health on Wednesday 29 April.

Healthscope CEO Nicole Waldron expressed her pride in the Northern Beaches team and the exceptional care they have provided for the Northern Beaches community.

“When the current Public Private Partnership model became incompatible with NSW Government policy, we felt transitioning NBH into public ownership represented the best outcome for patients, our NBH team and the Northern Beaches community.

“As we prepare for that handover, I want to recognise and thank the dedicated, professional and compassionate team at NBH,” Ms Waldron said.

“Over the past couple of years, the team have worked under unprecedented public scrutiny, throughout which they have never faltered in their commitment to deliver outstanding care for their patients.”

The dedication, experience and expertise of our team has seen NBH consistently leading its peer hospitals on a range of key clinical measures as seen in NSW Bureau of Health Information data.

“I could not be prouder of the Northern Beaches Hospital team and all that they have achieved, and how they have built and shaped a hospital and culture that delivers excellent patient care. I know that those who are transitioning with the hospital will continue to provide outstanding care to their community,” Ms Waldron said.

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For more information contact media@healthscope.com.au