IPSWICH and the wider West Moreton region will receive a major boost to frontline healthcare in 2026, with 52 first year graduate doctors assigned to local hospitals and health services as part of Queensland’s largest-ever intake of medical graduates.
More than 930 new doctors will begin their training across the state, the highest number Queensland has ever recruited and, for the first time, more than any other state in Australia.
The graduates will join the workforce through West Moreton Hospital and Health Service, supporting hospitals and community health services across Ipswich and surrounding areas at a time of sustained population growth and rising demand for care.
Health and Ambulance Services Minister Tim Nicholls said attracting doctors early in their careers was key to strengthening local health services and improving access to care.
“Bringing new doctors into regions like West Moreton means better access to healthcare closer to home for families across Ipswich and surrounding communities,” Mr Nicholls said. “Attracting and retaining doctors at the start of their careers helps build a strong, sustainable workforce for the future.”
The doctors will commence their training with Queensland Health and undertake clinical rotations across a broad range of specialties.
The record intake supports the State Government’s plan to grow Queensland’s health workforce, with a target of recruiting 46,000 additional health staff by 2032.
