Maclean District Hospital

Overview

Maclean District Hospital is a rural healthcare facility serving the township of Maclean and surrounding communities in the Lower Clarence region of NSW. With approximately 30 beds, the hospital provides emergency care, general medicine, surgery, maternity, aged care, and outpatient services. Operating under Northern NSW Local Health District, Maclean District Hospital serves a population of approximately 15,000 people across this coastal region. The facility offers allied health services, community health programs, and specialised clinics tailored to local needs. Maclean District Hospital maintains connections with larger facilities in Grafton and Lismore through established referral pathways and telehealth capabilities. The hospital plays a vital role in this rural township located approximately 20 kilometers inland from the coast and 40 kilometers northeast of Grafton, providing accessible healthcare services with a focus on primary care, maternity services, and aged care that reflects the area’s demographic profile. The facility serves a diverse community that includes a significant retiree population, fishing industry workers, and sugarcane farmers. Maclean District Hospital demonstrated remarkable resilience during the catastrophic floods of February 2022, continuing to provide essential services despite significant challenges.