New Zealands healthcare infrastructure is facing mounting pressure due to ageing facilities, historical underinvestment, and increasing demand driven by population growth and demographic shifts. A strategic and forward-thinking approach to infrastructure investment is essential to ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of the health system in the coming decades.
The Scale of the Challenge
The Health and Disability System Review estimates that New Zealand requires $14 billion in investment over the next decade to maintain and improve hospital infrastructureexcluding ongoing repairs, maintenance, and ICT costs. This means annual capital expenditure must increase three to four times the historical average of $500 million per year to meet demand.