The $1 billion State Budget boost to the Queensland Ambulance Service will see 600 new paramedics and 170 extra ambulances on the streets over the next four years.
State Health and Ambulance Services Minister Tim Nicholls said the investment was the first major injection into ambulance infrastructure in more than 15 years.
“The funding will deliver more than 600 new paramedics and 300 other Queensland Ambulance Service health workers, to help deliver ambulance services when Queenslanders need them and help tackle ambulance ramping,” Minister Nicholls said.
“The major investment is the first multi-year uplift for ambulance infrastructure since 2008–09.”
He said key investments included:
- $250 million in ambulance infrastructure and upgrades to the Kedron-based Clinical Hub.
- $23.7 million to maintain existing ambulance stations and provide relief accommodation for paramedics in regional and remote areas.
- $4 million, as part of a total $31 million commitment, to construct new ambulance stations at Beenleigh Central and Southport East.
- $45 million for 170 new and replacement ambulance vehicles, fitted with the latest life-saving equipment.
- $16.8 million to enhance operational equipment, including $10 million to complete a statewide replacement of defibrillators with updated technology.
- Recruitment of 900 additional QAS health workers over the next four years.
QAS Commissioner Craig Emery said the funding would directly support frontline service delivery.
“We are equipping our paramedics with new vehicles, critical technology, and greater support—ensuring they can continue delivering high-quality care across Queensland,” Commissioner Emery said.
“This is a major investment in community health and emergency preparedness.”
