Just in time for Christmas, secure free public Wi-Fi is now available at Tasmania’s four major hospitals to help visitors and patients stay connected with family and friends during their stay.
North West Regional Hospital ED
and the average waiting time is:
Less than 2 hours
for non-critical cases
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