‘It was Joe’s love’: The campaign to bring Northern Beaches Hospital into public hands
The Northern Beaches Hospital is officially transitioning to public ownership after a $190 million deal. Health Minister Ryan Park expressed confidence in the continuation of private services despite challenges. This takeover follows a campaign initiated by the family of a child who died due to issues at the hospital, leading to significant reforms in the state's health system.
- ▪The hospital will officially move into public hands on Wednesday, six months after the Minns government struck a takeover deal.
- ▪Health Minister Ryan Park described the $190 million deal as one of the most difficult yet rewarding tasks undertaken by the government.
- ▪The transition to public ownership was prompted by the death of two-year-old Joe Massa, leading to calls for an overhaul of the hospital's management.
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