38099 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

38099 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: What is the anticipated date of completion of the ‘deliver’ project phase of ‘Te Kotuku Redevelopment, Whangārei Hospital’, as part of Te Whatu Ora’s Infrastructure and Investment projects, as of 17 June 2024?

Hon Dr Shane Reti: I am advised the project has completed the go-live for two of the three stages. The paedeatric ward and the neonatal unit opened in May 2024. The laboratory will go live in June 2024. Please note, forecasted completion dates may be subject to change based on various factors, including system/cost pressures, necessary approvals, etc. There are key stage gates where accuracy of an estimate is enhanced, these are generally at business case decision, at the end of each design phase and main contract award.