Wagga Referral Hospital address, appointment and contact guide
People often search for Wagga Referral Hospital, but the official NSW Government service page lists the facility as Wagga Wagga Health Service and describes Wagga Wagga Base Hospital as the referral hospital. This guide keeps the names clear and gives the practical details patients, carers and visitors usually need before calling, attending Emergency, using outpatient services or visiting a ward.
Wagga Wagga Health Service has 24-hour emergency care, but this page is not a booking system and is not medical advice.
Verified location, map and contact details
- Search name
- Wagga Referral Hospital
- Official name
- Wagga Wagga Health Service, including Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
- Address
- Edward Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
- Main phone
- (02) 5943 1000
- Health district
- Murrumbidgee Local Health District, NSW Health
- Emergency hours
- 24-hour emergency care is listed on the official NSW Government page.
- Main entry
- The official campus map notes Wagga Wagga Base Hospital main entry is open 6am to 8pm.
- Wheelchair access
- Yes, listed on the official NSW Government service page.
What to do first
Life-threatening symptoms
Call 000. Do not wait for a hospital article, phone directory or appointment reply if someone is in immediate danger.
Emergency Department
Use the Emergency Department for urgent illness or injury. The campus map marks the Emergency Department and confirms 24-hour emergency care.
Existing appointment
Use the clinic name, arrival point, preparation notes and phone number on your latest letter, SMS or referral paperwork first.
Outpatient or community service
The NSW service page says to call or email to book an appointment and notes telehealth may be available. Start with (02) 5943 1000 if you do not have a direct clinic number.
Ward or inpatient contact
The patient booklet says families can call main hospital reception on (02) 5943 1000 and request the ward.
Feedback or records
Use the Murrumbidgee LHD contact page for feedback, complaints, GIPA and health information access pathways.
Appointment steps for Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
There is not one single public booking button for every ward, outpatient clinic and hospital service. Use the route that matches your situation.
Emergency, visiting, parking and campus access
Emergency and urgent care
Wagga Wagga Health Service is listed by NSW Government with 24-hour emergency care. The campus map marks the Emergency Department on the hospital campus.
- Call 000 if someone is in immediate danger.
- If symptoms worsen while waiting, tell triage or hospital staff immediately.
- For non-life-threatening health advice in NSW, healthdirect is available on 1800 022 222.
- Patients and carers worried about deterioration during admission can ask staff about the REACH pathway listed in the patient booklet.
Visiting and inpatient contact
The patient booklet says family, friends and carers are welcome to visit during a patient’s stay, with brief visits recommended for comfort and safety. It recommends no more than two visitors at a time and says children should be supervised.
Visiting is guided by the patient’s needs and wishes. If you need to visit before 8am or after 8pm, speak to the Nurse in Charge or visit Emergency Department reception for assistance.
Parking
The patient booklet says visitor parking is available within the hospital campus and spaces are signposted with parking times. Do not park in allocated fleet, clinic, volunteer or drop-off spaces.
Drop-off and access
The campus map shows accessible parking, public entry, 15-minute parking/drop-off, 1-hour parking, 2-hour parking and a 10km/h campus speed limit.
Food and facilities
The patient booklet lists ground-floor food outlets, an ATM near the lifts and a multifaith room on the ground floor near the pharmacy.
Services available at Wagga Wagga Health Service
The official NSW Government page lists critical care, medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetric, rehabilitation, mental health and community health services. It also describes the Health Services Hub, renal dialysis, oral health, outpatient and community health spaces.
Hospital care
Critical care, medicine, surgery, rehabilitation, aged care inpatient care, Hospital in the Home and acute inpatient services.
Family and specialist services
Paediatrics, obstetrics, gynaecology, antenatal care, orthopaedics, renal medicine, cardiology, gastroenterology and oncology-related services are listed in official resources.
Support services
Allied health services include physiotherapy, occupational therapy, dietetics, speech pathology, social work and pharmacy support.
Official links for patients and visitors
Wagga Referral Hospital FAQs
What is Wagga Referral Hospital officially called?
The official NSW Government page lists the facility as Wagga Wagga Health Service. The hospital commonly searched as Wagga Referral Hospital is Wagga Wagga Base Hospital.
What is the address of Wagga Wagga Base Hospital?
The official address is Edward Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650.
What is the main phone number?
The main hospital phone number is (02) 5943 1000.
Does Wagga Wagga Base Hospital have 24-hour emergency care?
Yes. The official NSW Government service page lists 24-hour emergency care for Wagga Wagga Health Service.
Do I need a referral for an appointment?
The NSW service page says no referral is required and says to call or email to book an appointment. For specialist clinics, follow the referral, appointment letter or SMS from your GP, specialist or hospital team.
Is telehealth available?
Yes. The official service page says virtual care, or telehealth, is available at this service and says to call to book an appointment.
What are the visiting hours?
The patient booklet says visiting is guided by the needs and wishes of the patient. If you need to visit before 8am or after 8pm, speak to the Nurse in Charge or visit the Emergency Department reception desk for assistance.
Is visitor parking available?
Yes. The patient booklet says visitor parking is available within the hospital campus and spaces are signposted with parking times.
How can family contact a patient in a ward?
The patient booklet says family can call main hospital reception on (02) 5943 1000 and request the ward.
How do I make a complaint or give feedback?
Murrumbidgee LHD says you can raise concerns with staff, email MLHD-Feedback@health.nsw.gov.au, or call the feedback line on 1800 011 824.
Source and safety note
This independent guide summarises official NSW Government and Murrumbidgee Local Health District information for Wagga Wagga Health Service, Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, the campus map, patient information booklet and MLHD contact pathways. Always follow your appointment letter, clinician advice, hospital staff instructions and the current official pages.