Health New Zealand is seeking proposals from landowners in Drury for a future hospital site for South Auckland, Health Minister, Simeon Brown has confirmed.
This process will see a Request for Proposal issued to landowners identified following a Request for Information released to the market in October 2025.
“Health New Zealand has begun a targeted process to identify and purchase a large, suitable site in the Drury area that could support a major new hospital health precinct,” Mr Brown says.
“South Auckland and north Waikato are some of the fastest-growing parts of the country, and we know health infrastructure needs to keep pace.”
The Minister said securing land now was a critical step to ensure Health NZ can plan with confidence and meet the long-term health needs of a rapidly growing population.
“South Auckland communities experience some of the highest health needs in New Zealand, including higher rates of infectious diseases and long-term conditions,” he said.
“At the same time, our major Auckland hospitals, including Middlemore and Auckland City, are already under significant pressure as they work to meet growing demand.
“By moving now to identify the right site, we are making sure future investment is well planned, well located, and able to deliver the modern facilities patients and staff need.”
Minister Brown said the size of the land being sought would enable a wide range of future health developments, including a major general hospital.
“Drury has been identified as a strong location due to its proximity to key transport corridors and planned public transport connections, making it easier for patients, staff, and visitors to access care.”
