A new eight-level private hospital has been approved in Buranda, with Barwon Investment Partners leading a $350 million development beside the Princess Alexandra Hospital.
Expanding Barwon’s Healthcare Footprint
Barwon Investment Partners has been expanding its healthcare property portfolio in Queensland and interstate. In August 2023, the group acquired 87 Ipswich Road, Buranda, which included two day hospitals leased to the Queensland Eye Institute and another healthcare tenant. This move was closely linked to Barwon’s plans for PA Health Connect, a major project at 240 Ipswich Road.
The Buranda precinct is undergoing significant redevelopment. Alongside Barwon’s investment, the State Government has committed $750 million to upgrading the Princess Alexandra Hospital. Developers have also put forward plans to transform the nearby Buranda Village shopping centre into a new laneway-style retail and dining hub.
Details Of The $350m Development
Approval has now been granted for PA Health Connect, an eight-level private day hospital and medi-hotel in Buranda. The $350 million development will be constructed on top of an existing 10-level carpark with 700 spaces. The facility will include radiology, oncology, general practice clinics, pharmacies, medical suites, research offices and education spaces.
The design includes a pedestrian bridge connecting directly to the Princess Alexandra Hospital. At street level, a new main entrance and porte cochere will improve access. A medi-hotel for patients, doctors and researchers has been flagged as a possible addition in later stages.
Although the total height exceeds Brisbane City Council’s 15-level neighbourhood plan limit, Barwon has stated it is comparable with other nearby projects such as Buranda Village.
Creating A Health And Research Hub
The project is expected to form part of one of Australia’s largest integrated health, education and research hubs. It will introduce services not currently available locally, supporting both private and public healthcare delivery. The new facility is also positioned to attract visiting specialists, researchers and students, strengthening Buranda’s role as a health precinct.
Next Steps For The Precinct
Barwon Investment Partners will refurbish the existing carpark before constructing the hospital above it. Once completed, PA Health Connect will be a major addition to Brisbane’s inner-south healthcare network, complementing public investment in the Princess Alexandra Hospital and the wider redevelopment of Buranda.
Published 25-Sep-2025
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