The Andrews Labor Government is boosting ambulance resources in Melbourne’s booming western suburbs, making sure paramedics have the facilities and support they need to quickly respond to local emergencies and save lives.

Member for Footscray Katie Hall today announced the new multi-million-dollar Maribyrnong Ambulance Station which will be built on part of 61-71 Hampstead Road, Maidstone.

The new 24-hour station will feature a four-bay garage for ambulances, four rest and recline areas for our hard-working paramedics to recuperate, training facilities, a fully equipped kitchen and improved security and car parking to make sure paramedics are safe.

The location of the new ambulance station on Hampstead Road allows ease of access to main roads and major sites including schools, shopping precincts and community facilities.

The refuribhshment will be delivered by the Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) in partnership with Ambulance Victoria, a builder is expected to be appointed in the coming months.

The Labor Government has invested almost $250 million since 2015 to upgrade and rebuild ambulance stations to provide better working conditions for paramedics and ensure lifesaving emergency care is available for all Victorians.

The new stations form part of the Government’s record investment in Ambulance Victoria, bolstered by an additional $124 million in the Victorian Budget 2022/23 to employ more paramedics, buy new vehicles and get more Victorians the care they need.

The Government has expanded the paramedic workforce by more than 56 per cent since 2014 – an increase of more than 2,000 paramedics.

Quotes attributable to Member for Footscray Katie Hall

“We’re making record investments in our paramedics, so they have the facilities and resources they need to continue to do what they best – save lives.”

“That’s why we’re upgrading and building new ambulance stations across Victoria, including Maribyrnong. Modern, and well-located ambulance stations mean Victorians can receive the best lifesaving emergency care, now – and into the future.”