The Queensland Government's first Budget will deliver $638 million for world-class health services at the Mater Hospital Springfield project as part of a record investment into Queensland Health.

The Queensland Government’s $638 million in funding – which will be delivered over four years – will ensure Mater Hospital Springfield is staffed and can deliver critical public healthcare services for Queenslanders no matter where they live.

The hospital will include 174 new overnight beds, an Emergency Department, operating theatres, an intensive care ward and maternity and paediatric care – with an additional 12 paediatric beds.

Mater Hospital Springfield is part of the Queensland Government’s Hospital Rescue Plan to deliver 2,600 new beds across Queensland.

The Mater Hospital Springfield will operate in a similar way to the public hospitals Mater already runs in South East Queensland to deliver public healthcare services.

Premier David Crisafulli said the Budget’s record health investment was about delivering more free health services where they were needed.

“We promised easier access to healthcare services for every Queenslander, no matter where they lived, and this Budget shows we are serious about delivering it,” Premier Crisafulli said.

“Queenslanders deserve health services when they’re needed and we are restoring those health services.”

Treasurer David Janetzki said the State Budget outlined a credible plan, including the commitment to the Mater Hospital Springfield.

“This Budget funding will equip the hospital to meet the region’s current healthcare needs, while ensuring it is future-proofed to cater for growing demand,” Treasurer Janetzki said.

“Our investment in health is about ensuring people across the State can access the care they need, when they need it, close to home.”