Sydney hospital where two children died recently is at risk of failure, scathing report finds
theguardian.comPublished: 4/17/2025
Summary
Sydney's controversial hospital, where two children died, is facing criticism for failing healthcare standards and risks due to a public-private partnership prioritizing profits over safety. An audit revealed issues with hospital-acquired complications and patient waiting times, prompting the government to halt such partnerships. The hospital operator opposes privatization but may sell the facility if needed. Parents of patients experiencing long waits expressed frustration over treatment delays.