UNSW Health Translation Hub to Drive Global Health Systems Reform

The state-of-the-art facility will bring together leading health researchers, clinicians, and policymakers to drive innovation in equitable, sustainable, and person-centred healthcare.

Located within the Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct, the UNSW Health Translation Hub (UNSW HTH) will house experts from multiple disciplines, working to reform healthcare systems at local, national, and global levels.

A holistic approach to health systems research

Health systems research focuses on how societies organise healthcare to achieve better outcomes—not just treating diseases but strengthening entire healthcare structures. At UNSW, this work is supported by a multidisciplinary approach, drawing expertise from groups like:

• The International Centre for Future Health Systems (ICFHS) – leading policy and advocacy on health systems reform.
• The School of Population Health – advancing research in public health and healthcare delivery.
• The Centre for Big Data Health Research – using data-driven insights to inform policy.
• The Law and Health Justice Partnership – addressing legal and ethical challenges in healthcare.

When the UNSW HTH opens, these groups will operate with others under one roof, facilitating greater collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

Breaking down barriers in health research

Professor Michael Kidd, Director of ICFHS, believes the UNSW HTH will break down silos between research, policy, and clinical practice.

“This isn’t just about working in the same building—it’s about creating an ecosystem where knowledge transfer happens naturally. By collaborating closely with other health leaders, we can drive real change in policy and practice, making healthcare more equitable and better prepared for the future,” he said.

A collaborative effort with global reach

UNSW is building on its long-standing partnerships with major institutions to accelerate health system improvements. Key collaborators include:

• The University of Oxford and the George Institute for Global Health - driving international research partnerships.
• The Federal Department of Health and the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care – supporting national health policies.
• CSIRO and the NSW Chief Health Officer – applying partnership and advocacy for healthcare solutions.
• The Business Council of Australia and local health districts – bridging industry and public health expertise.

This cross-sector approach will allow researchers to assess healthcare challenges holistically, leading to more effective, data-driven solutions.

A $1.5 billion investment for enhanced patient care

The UNSW HTH is part of a $1.5 billion initiative in new health, education, and research infrastructure, delivered through partnerships with the Federal and NSW Governments, UNSW, the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network, and the Children’s Cancer Institute.

For over 60 years, UNSW has worked closely with the Randwick Hospitals Campus and its research institutes. The UNSW HTH will further strengthen these relationships, ensuring that cutting-edge research is rapidly translated into enhanced patient care.

The UNSW HTH is expected to open in late 2025.

For more information about UNSW HTH and how to get involved, contact precincts@unsw.edu.au.