When will the new Cairns Hospital clinic open?

The new specialist outpatient clinic at Cairns Hospital is expected to commence services before the end of the year, with a scheduled opening on December 22nd.

What services will the new Cairns Hospital clinic provide?

The clinic will offer specialized care for tuberculosis, respiratory, and rheumatology conditions, including cardiopulmonary exercise testing and improved lung function testing facilities.

How does the Cairns Hospital expansion benefit the region?

The expansion provides Far North Queenslanders with more accessible, larger, and modern healthcare facilities, improving access to appointments and specialized diagnostic testing.

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Cairns Hospital Expansion: New Clinic Opens Doors

28 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Cairns Hospital's new 64-bed expansion clinic is now complete.
The modern clinic offers specialized care for respiratory and TB patients.
New services include cardiopulmonary exercise testing for patients.

Cairns Hospital Expansion: New Clinic Opens Doors

The Queensland Government is advancing the Cairns Hospital expansion, with the first stage of the 64-bed facility now reaching practical completion. This significant upgrade to healthcare infrastructure is part of a larger A$18.5bn hospital rescue plan.

The new specialist outpatient clinic is poised to commence services before the year's end. It will provide a larger, more accessible, and modern space for treating patients with tuberculosis, respiratory ailments, and rheumatology conditions, including new services like cardiopulmonary exercise testing.

This expansion promises improved access to vital health services for residents of Far North Queensland. The clinic's enhanced capabilities will benefit those requiring lung function testing and detailed exercise capacity assessments, marking a substantial improvement in local healthcare provision.