New Dunedin Hospital development resumes in New Zealand

Major construction is expected to start in early 2026.

Construction for Dunedin’s new inpatient building has resumed, according to the New Zealand government.

The inpatient building will cover approximately 70,000 square metres, making it the largest single health facility in the country.

The early construction phase will see 134 pile caps installed, made from steel-reinforced concrete.

“This work will take about six months and includes detailed inspections of every pile to ensure the facility is built to the highest design and safety standards,” said New Zealand Health Minister Simeon Brown.

Meanwhile, the next major construction phase is the substructure, which is expected to start in early 2026.

“This phase will prepare the site for base isolators and IL4 foundations – ensuring the hospital can keep functioning after a major earthquake or natural disaster,” Brown added.