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Hospitals in Newcastle 2026, Emergency Departments, Major Hospitals and Healthcare Guide

Newcastle hospitals guide 2026: major public hospitals, emergency departments and private hospital options across Greater Newcastle and the Hunter, where to go in a medical emergency.

By Newcastle Daily · Published 20 July 2026

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Hospitals in Newcastle 2026, Overview

Newcastle and the Hunter Valley are served by the Hunter New England Local Health District, one of NSW's largest, covering Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland and regional Hunter communities. For emergencies, call 000. hnehealth.nsw.gov.au

Emergency, Call 000

Call 000 for any life-threatening emergency. NSW Ambulance will dispatch. For health advice, call HealthDirect at 1800 022 222 (24/7 nurse-led service).

Major Public Hospitals

John Hunter Hospital, Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights. Newcastle's major public hospital, adult emergency, Level 1 trauma, cardiology, neurology, oncology, maternity. The primary referral hospital for the Hunter and mid-north coast region. (02) 4921 3000. hnehealth.nsw.gov.au
John Hunter Children's Hospital, Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights (co-located with John Hunter). 24-hour paediatric emergency. hnehealth.nsw.gov.au

Other Public Hospitals

Maitland Hospital, John Street, Maitland. Emergency, medical, surgical. (02) 4939 2000.
Belmont Hospital, 12 Croudace Road, Belmont. Lake Macquarie emergency and medical services. (02) 4923 2000.

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